Ohio Valley Pet Crematory

About Ohio Valley Pet Crematory

Ohio Valley Pet Crematory has been serving families in the Wheeling, West Virginia area since July 2000. Over more than two decades of operation, the crematory has helped over 6,800 animal-loving families say farewell to their beloved pets — a testament to the trust the community has placed in their care. The staff are known for being friendly, understanding, and ready to listen, and many of them share their own homes with animals, giving them a personal understanding of the bond between pets and their families.

Beyond cremation, Ohio Valley Pet Crematory is affiliated with the Memory Land Pet Cemetery in Sherrard, WV, located off Route 88, giving families the option of burial in a dedicated pet resting place. The crematory also maintains affiliations with several other funeral homes throughout West Virginia, and donates a portion of proceeds from its services to local animal shelters. A 24/7 answering service ensures that a pet service counselor is always reachable, no matter when a loss occurs.

Services Offered

Ohio Valley Pet Crematory provides the following services to families in the Wheeling, West Virginia area:

• Private Cremation — Your pet is cremated individually with a Certification of Private Cremation provided upon return
• Communal Cremation — An affordable shared cremation option
• Burial Services — Plot reservations and graveside services at Memory Land Pet Cemetery in Sherrard, WV
• Green Burial Options — Eco-friendly burial for environmentally conscious families
• Personalized Urns and Memorial Keepsakes — Including pet obituaries and custom urns
• 24/7 Pet Service Counselor — Available around the clock via answering service

What to Expect

When you contact Ohio Valley Pet Crematory, a compassionate staff member will walk you through the available cremation and burial options for your pet. Families choosing private cremation receive a Certification of Private Cremation to confirm that the process was handled individually. For those who prefer burial, the Memory Land Pet Cemetery offers reserved plots and the opportunity to hold a graveside service. The crematory coordinates directly with partner funeral homes across West Virginia to handle paperwork and payment arrangements, so families can focus on remembering their pet's life rather than logistics.