Exact Size Of Urn You Need For Your Dog – Breed Specific & Weight Chart


Are you trying to figure out the right size of urn to get for your beloved dog? We have compiled two detailed charts giving you the information you need to pick out the perfect urn for your cherished pet.

We have two charts below: one is based solely on the weight of your dog, while the next chart gives you an idea of what the cremain amounts will be based on your dog’s breed.

Let’s get started.

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Dog Cremains Weight And Volume Chart To Help You Pick The Perfect Urn

Whether you need a large dog urn or a small dog urn this urn size calculator will give you the information you need to choose the perfect custom urn for them.

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Where can you find the best urn for your dog?

You can find the perfect urn for your dog in numerous places. Online stores such as Amazon and Etsy offer a wide variety of urns in different designs, sizes, and materials. You may also want to check pet specialty stores or websites that specifically deal with pet memorabilia and keepsakes.

What size urn should I get for my dog?

The size of the urn for your dog primarily depends on their weight. The general rule of thumb is that for each pound of your dog’s body weight, you’ll need approximately 1 cubic inch of urn space.

So if you had a small dog that weighed 15 lbs, you’d want an urn that is 15 cubic inches or larger to accommodate their ashes comfortably. Keep in mind; this is an estimate and may vary slightly depending on the cremation process. This is why it is always a good idea to buy an urn slightly larger than the cubic inches needed for your dog.

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Chart Showing The Weight, Cubic Inches, and Cups Of Ashes You Will Have After Pet Cremation

This cremation weight calculator for dogs will show you how much cremains you will receive from the crematory after you have cremated your beloved dog. The chart is based on your dog’s weight at the time of their loss.

Dog Weight (lbs)Ash (lbs)Ash (oz)Ash Cubic InchesAsh (Cups)
1 lbs0.040.56 oz1 cu. in.0.07 c
2 lbs0.071.12 oz2 cu. in.0.14 c
3 lbs0.111.68 oz3 cu. in.0.21 c
4 lbs0.142.24 oz4 cu. in.0.28 c
5 lbs0.182.8 oz5 cu. in.0.35 c
6 lbs0.213.36 oz6 cu. in.0.42 c
7 lbs0.253.92 oz7 cu. in.0.48 c
8 lbs0.284.48 oz8 cu. in.0.55 c
9 lbs0.325.04 oz9 cu. in.0.62 c
10 lbs0.355.6 oz10 cu. in.0.69 c
11 lbs0.396.16 oz11 cu. in.0.76 c
12 lbs0.426.72 oz12 cu. in.0.83 c
13 lbs0.467.28 oz13 cu. in.0.90 c
14 lbs0.497.84 oz14 cu. in.0.97 c
15 lbs0.538.4 oz15 cu. in.1.04 c
16 lbs0.568.96 oz16 cu. in.1.11 c
17 lbs0.609.52 oz17 cu. in.1.18 c
18 lbs0.6310.08 oz18 cu. in.1.25 c
19 lbs0.6710.64 oz19 cu. in.1.32 c
20 lbs0.7011.2 oz20 cu. in.1.39 c
21 lbs0.7411.76 oz21 cu. in.1.45 c
22 lbs0.7712.32 oz22 cu. in.1.52 c
23 lbs0.8112.88 oz23 cu. in.1.59 c
24 lbs0.8413.44 oz24 cu. in.1.66 c
25 lbs0.8814 oz25 cu. in.1.73 c
26 lbs0.9114.56 oz26 cu. in.1.80 c
27 lbs0.9515.12 oz27 cu. in.1.87 c
28 lbs0.9815.68 oz28 cu. in.1.94 c
29 lbs1.0216.24 oz29 cu. in.2.01 c
30 lbs1.0516.8 oz30 cu. in.2.08 c
31 lbs1.0917.36 oz31 cu. in.2.15 c
32 lbs1.1217.92 oz32 cu. in.2.22 c
33 lbs1.1618.48 oz33 cu. in.2.29 c
34 lbs1.1919.04 oz34 cu. in.2.35 c
35 lbs1.2319.6 oz35 cu. in.2.42 c
36 lbs1.2620.16 oz36 cu. in.2.49 c
37 lbs1.3020.72 oz37 cu. in.2.56 c
38 lbs1.3321.28 oz38 cu. in.2.63 c
39 lbs1.3721.84 oz39 cu. in.2.70 c
40 lbs1.4022.4 oz40 cu. in.2.77 c
41 lbs1.4422.96 oz41 cu. in.2.84 c
42 lbs1.4723.52 oz42 cu. in.2.91 c
43 lbs1.5124.08 oz43 cu. in.2.98 c
44 lbs1.5424.64 oz44 cu. in.3.05 c
45 lbs1.5825.2 oz45 cu. in.3.12 c
46 lbs1.6125.76 oz46 cu. in.3.19 c
47 lbs1.6526.32 oz47 cu. in.3.25 c
48 lbs1.6826.88 oz48 cu. in.3.32 c
49 lbs1.7227.44 oz49 cu. in.3.39 c
50 lbs1.7528 oz50 cu. in.3.46 c
51 lbs1.7928.56 oz51 cu. in.3.53 c
52 lbs1.8229.12 oz52 cu. in.3.60 c
53 lbs1.8629.68 oz53 cu. in.3.67 c
54 lbs1.8930.24 oz54 cu. in.3.74 c
55 lbs1.9330.8 oz55 cu. in.3.81 c
56 lbs1.9631.36 oz56 cu. in.3.88 c
57 lbs2.0031.92 oz57 cu. in.3.95 c
58 lbs2.0332.48 oz58 cu. in.4.02 c
59 lbs2.0733.04 oz59 cu. in.4.09 c
60 lbs2.1033.6 oz60 cu. in.4.16 c
61 lbs2.1434.16 oz61 cu. in.4.22 c
62 lbs2.1734.72 oz62 cu. in.4.29 c
63 lbs2.2135.28 oz63 cu. in.4.36 c
64 lbs2.2435.84 oz64 cu. in.4.43 c
65 lbs2.2836.4 oz65 cu. in.4.50 c
66 lbs2.3136.96 oz66 cu. in.4.57 c
67 lbs2.3537.52 oz67 cu. in.4.64 c
68 lbs2.3838.08 oz68 cu. in.4.71 c
69 lbs2.4238.64 oz69 cu. in.4.78 c
70 lbs2.4539.2 oz70 cu. in.4.85 c
71 lbs2.4939.76 oz71 cu. in.4.92 c
72 lbs2.5240.32 oz72 cu. in.4.99 c
73 lbs2.5640.88 oz73 cu. in.5.06 c
74 lbs2.5941.44 oz74 cu. in.5.12 c
75 lbs2.6342 oz75 cu. in.5.19 c
76 lbs2.6642.56 oz76 cu. in.5.26 c
77 lbs2.7043.12 oz77 cu. in.5.33 c
78 lbs2.7343.68 oz78 cu. in.5.40 c
79 lbs2.7744.24 oz79 cu. in.5.47 c
80 lbs2.8044.8 oz80 cu. in.5.54 c
81 lbs2.8445.36 oz81 cu. in.5.61 c
82 lbs2.8745.92 oz82 cu. in.5.68 c
83 lbs2.9146.48 oz83 cu. in.5.75 c
84 lbs2.9447.04 oz84 cu. in.5.82 c
85 lbs2.9847.6 oz85 cu. in.5.89 c
86 lbs3.0148.16 oz86 cu. in.5.96 c
87 lbs3.0548.72 oz87 cu. in.6.02 c
88 lbs3.0849.28 oz88 cu. in.6.09 c
89 lbs3.1249.84 oz89 cu. in.6.16 c
90 lbs3.1550.4 oz90 cu. in.6.23 c
91 lbs3.1950.96 oz91 cu. in.6.30 c
92 lbs3.2251.52 oz92 cu. in.6.37 c
93 lbs3.2652.08 oz93 cu. in.6.44 c
94 lbs3.2952.64 oz94 cu. in.6.51 c
95 lbs3.3353.2 oz95 cu. in.6.58 c
96 lbs3.3653.76 oz96 cu. in.6.65 c
97 lbs3.4054.32 oz97 cu. in.6.72 c
98 lbs3.4354.88 oz98 cu. in.6.79 c
99 lbs3.4755.44 oz99 cu. in.6.86 c
100 lbs3.5056 oz100 cu. in.6.93 c
101 lbs3.5456.56 oz101 cu. in.6.99 c
102 lbs3.5757.12 oz102 cu. in.7.06 c
103 lbs3.6157.68 oz103 cu. in.7.13 c
104 lbs3.6458.24 oz104 cu. in.7.20 c
105 lbs3.6858.8 oz105 cu. in.7.27 c
106 lbs3.7159.36 oz106 cu. in.7.34 c
107 lbs3.7559.92 oz107 cu. in.7.41 c
108 lbs3.7860.48 oz108 cu. in.7.48 c
109 lbs3.8261.04 oz109 cu. in.7.55 c
110 lbs3.8561.6 oz110 cu. in.7.62 c
111 lbs3.8962.16 oz111 cu. in.7.69 c
112 lbs3.9262.72 oz112 cu. in.7.76 c
113 lbs3.9663.28 oz113 cu. in.7.83 c
114 lbs3.9963.84 oz114 cu. in.7.89 c
115 lbs4.0364.4 oz115 cu. in.7.96 c
116 lbs4.0664.96 oz116 cu. in.8.03 c
117 lbs4.1065.52 oz117 cu. in.8.10 c
118 lbs4.1366.08 oz118 cu. in.8.17 c
119 lbs4.1766.64 oz119 cu. in.8.24 c
120 lbs4.2067.2 oz120 cu. in.8.31 c
121 lbs4.2467.76 oz121 cu. in.8.38 c
122 lbs4.2768.32 oz122 cu. in.8.45 c
123 lbs4.3168.88 oz123 cu. in.8.52 c
124 lbs4.3469.44 oz124 cu. in.8.59 c
125 lbs4.3870 oz125 cu. in.8.66 c
126 lbs4.4170.56 oz126 cu. in.8.73 c
127 lbs4.4571.12 oz127 cu. in.8.79 c
128 lbs4.4871.68 oz128 cu. in.8.86 c
129 lbs4.5272.24 oz129 cu. in.8.93 c
130 lbs4.5572.8 oz130 cu. in.9.00 c
131 lbs4.5973.36 oz131 cu. in.9.07 c
132 lbs4.6273.92 oz132 cu. in.9.14 c
133 lbs4.6674.48 oz133 cu. in.9.21 c
134 lbs4.6975.04 oz134 cu. in.9.28 c
135 lbs4.7375.6 oz135 cu. in.9.35 c
136 lbs4.7676.16 oz136 cu. in.9.42 c
137 lbs4.8076.72 oz137 cu. in.9.49 c
138 lbs4.8377.28 oz138 cu. in.9.56 c
139 lbs4.8777.84 oz139 cu. in.9.63 c
140 lbs4.9078.4 oz140 cu. in.9.70 c
141 lbs4.9478.96 oz141 cu. in.9.76 c
142 lbs4.9779.52 oz142 cu. in.9.83 c
143 lbs5.0180.08 oz143 cu. in.9.90 c
144 lbs5.0480.64 oz144 cu. in.9.97 c
145 lbs5.0881.2 oz145 cu. in.10.04 c
146 lbs5.1181.76 oz146 cu. in.10.11 c
147 lbs5.1582.32 oz147 cu. in.10.18 c
148 lbs5.1882.88 oz148 cu. in.10.25 c
149 lbs5.2283.44 oz149 cu. in.10.32 c
150 lbs5.2584 oz150 cu. in.10.39 c
NOTE: You will want an urn slightly larger than the required cubic inches. This way, you know the cremains of your beloved dog will fit perfectly.

Do you need some ideas on what to do with your dog’s ashes once you receive them? Check out this article we wrote – 11+ Truly Unique & Loving Things You Can Do With Your Dogs Ashes!

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What size urn should I get based on my dog’s breed?

The size of the urn you need to buy depends on your dog’s weight at the time of passing and not so much their breed weight. Generally speaking, 1 pound of weight will equal one cubic inch of cremains.

However, to give you an idea of what size of the urn you’ll need based on the breed and sex of your dog, here is a helpful chart showing all of the American Kennel Club’s 198 dog breeds.

BreedMale (lbs)Male (cu. inch)Female (lbs)Female (cu. inch)
Pomeranians3-7 lbs3-7 cu. in.3-7 lbs3-7 cu. in.
Toy Fox Terriers3.5-7 lbs3.5-7 cu. in.3.5-7 lbs3.5-7 cu. in.
Poodles (toy)4-6 lbs4-6 cu. in.4-6 lbs4-6 cu. in.
Papillons5-10 lbs5-10 cu. in.5-10 lbs5-10 cu. in.
Chihuahuas6 lbs6 cu. in.6 lbs6 cu. in.
American Eskimo Dogs (toy)6-10 lbs6-10 cu. in.6-10 lbs6-10 cu. in.
Maltese7 lbs7 cu. in.7 lbs7 cu. in.
Yorkshire Terriers7 lbs7 cu. in.7 lbs7 cu. in.
Affenpinschers7-10 lbs7-10 cu. in.7-10 lbs7-10 cu. in.
Japanese Chin7-11 lbs7-11 cu. in.7-11 lbs7-11 cu. in.
Havanese7-13 lbs7-13 cu. in.7-13 lbs7-13 cu. in.
Italian Greyhounds7-14 lbs7-14 cu. in.7-14 lbs7-14 cu. in.
Brussels Griffons8-10 lbs8-10 cu. in.8-10 lbs8-10 cu. in.
Miniature Pinschers8-10 lbs8-10 cu. in.8-10 lbs8-10 cu. in.
Chinese Crested8-12 lbs8-12 cu. in.8-12 lbs8-12 cu. in.
English Toy Spaniels8-14 lbs8-14 cu. in.8-14 lbs8-14 cu. in.
Portuguese Podengo Pequenos9-13 lbs9-13 cu. in.9-13 lbs9-13 cu. in.
Coton de Tulear9-15 lbs9-15 cu. in.8-13 lbs8-13 cu. in.
Russell Terriers9-15 lbs9-15 cu. in.9-15 lbs9-15 cu. in.
Tibetan Spaniel9-15 lbs9-15 cu. in.9-15 lbs9-15 cu. in.
Shih Tzu9-16 lbs9-16 cu. in.9-16 lbs9-16 cu. in.
Silky Terriers10 lbs10 cu. in.10 lbs10 cu. in.
Xoloitzcuintli (toy)10-15 lbs10-15 cu. in.10-15 lbs10-15 cu. in.
Poodles (miniature)10-15 lbs10-15 cu. in.10-15 lbs10-15 cu. in.
Schipperkes10-16 lbs10-16 cu. in.10-16 lbs10-16 cu. in.
American Eskimo Dogs (miniature)10-20 lbs10-20 cu. in.10-20 lbs10-20 cu. in.
Rat Terriers10-25 lbs10-25 cu. in.10-25 lbs10-25 cu. in.
Dachshunds (miniature)11 lbs & under11 cu. in.11 lbs & under11 cu. in.
Norfolk Terriers11-12 lbs11-12 cu. in.11-12 lbs11-12 cu. in.
Miniature Schnauzers11-20 lbs11-20 cu. in.11-20 lbs11-20 cu. in.
Manchester Terriersunder 12 lbs12 cu. in.under 12 lbs12 cu. in.
Norwich Terriers12 lbs12 cu. in.12 lbs12 cu. in.
American Hairless Terriers12-16 lbs12-16 cu. in.12-16 lbs12-16 cu. in.
Australian Terriers12-18 lbs12-18 cu. in.12-18 lbs12-18 cu. in.
Bichons Frises12-18 lbs12-18 cu. in.12-18 lbs12-18 cu. in.
Lhasa Apsos12-18 lbs12-18 cu. in.12-18 lbs12-18 cu. in.
Manchester Terriers Toy12-22 lbs12-22 cu. in.12-22 lbs12-22 cu. in.
Boston Terriers12-25 lbs12-25 cu. in.12-25 lbs12-25 cu. in.
Border Terriers13-15.5 lbs13-15.5 cu. in.11.5-14 lbs11.5-14 cu. in.
Parson Russell Terriers13-17 lbs13-17 cu. in.13-17 lbs13-17 cu. in.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels13-18 lbs13-18 cu. in.13-18 lbs13-18 cu. in.
Pekingeseup to 14 lbsup to 14 cu. in.up to 14 lbsup to 14 cu. in.
Cairn Terriers14 lbs14 cu. in.13 lbs13 cu. in.
Pugs14-18 lbs14-18 cu. in.14-18 lbs14-18 cu. in.
Cesky Terriers14-24 lbs14-24 cu. in.14-24 lbs14-24 cu. in.
Lowchen15 lbs15 cu. in.15 lbs15 cu. in.
West Highland White Terriers15-20 lbs15-20 cu. in.15-20 lbs15-20 cu. in.
Shetland Sheepdogs15-25 lbs15-25 cu. in.15-25 lbs15-25 cu. in.
Pyrenean Shepherds15-30 lbs15-30 cu. in.15-30 lbs15-30 cu. in.
Xoloitzcuintli (miniature)15-30 lbs15-30 cu. in.15-30 lbs15-30 cu. in.
Dachshunds (standard)16-32 lbs16-32 cu. in.16-32 lbs16-32 cu. in.
Lakeland Terriers17 lbs17 cu. in.17 lbs17 cu. in.
Bedlington Terriers17-23 lbs17-23 cu. in.17-23 lbs17-23 cu. in.
Fox Terriers (Smooth)18 lbs18 cu. in.16 lbs16 cu. in.
Fox Terriers (Wire)18 lbs18 cu. in.16 lbs16 cu. in.
Dandie Dinmont Terriers18-24 lbs18-24 cu. in.18-24 lbs18-24 cu. in.
Miniature Bull Terriers18-28 lbs18-28 cu. in.18-28 lbs18-28 cu. in.
Tibetan Terriers18-30 lbs18-30 cu. in.18-30 lbs18-30 cu. in.
Scottish Terriers19-22 lbs19-22 cu. in.18-21 lbs18-21 cu. in.
Beagles (13 inches & under)under 20 lbsunder 20 cu. in.under 20 lbsunder 20 cu. in.
Welsh Terriers20 lbs20 cu. in.20 lbs20 cu. in.
Beagles (13-15 inches)20-30 lbs20-30 cu. in.20-30 lbs20-30 cu. in.
Norwegian Lundehunds20-30 lbs20-30 cu. in.20-30 lbs20-30 cu. in.
Swedish Vallhunds20-35 lbs20-35 cu. in.20-35 lbs20-35 cu. in.
Miniature American Shepherds20-40 lbs20-40 cu. in.20-40 lbs20-40 cu. in.
Cirnechi dell’Etna22-26 lbs22-26 cu. in.17-22 lbs17-22 cu. in.
Shiba Inu23 lbs23 cu. in.17 lbs17 cu. in.
Sealyham Terriers23-24 lbs23-24 cu. in.21-23 lbs21-23 cu. in.
Basenjis24 lbs24 cu. in.22 lbs22 cu. in.
Finnish Spitz25-33 lbs25-33 cu. in.20-28 lbs20-28 cu. in.
Pulik25-35 lbs25-35 cu. in.25-35 lbs25-35 cu. in.
American Eskimo Dogs (standard)25-35 lbs25-35 cu. in.25-35 lbs25-35 cu. in.
Petits Bassets Griffons Vendeens25-40 lbs25-40 cu. in.25-40 lbs25-40 cu. in.
Whippets25-40 lbs25-40 cu. in.25-40 lbs25-40 cu. in.
German Pinschers25-45 lbs25-45 cu. in.25-45 lbs25-45 cu. in.
Irish Terriers27 lbs27 cu. in.25 lbs25 cu. in.
Pumik27-29 lbs27-29 cu. in.22-24 lbs22-24 cu. in.
French Bulldogsunder 28 lbsunder 28 cu. in.under 28 lbsunder 28 cu. in.
Spaniels (English Cocker)28-34 lbs28-34 cu. in.26-32 lbs26-32 cu. in.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers28-38 lbs28-38 cu. in.24 to 34 lbs24 to 34 cu. in.
Lagotti Romagnoli28.5-35 lbs28.5-35 cu. in.24-31 lbs24-31 cu. in.
Pembroke Welsh Corgisup to 30 lbsup to 30 cu. in.up to 28 lbsup to 28 cu. in.
Icelandic Sheepdogs30 lbs30 cu. in.25 lbs25 cu. in.
Cardigan Welsh Corgis30-38 lbs30-38 cu. in.25-34 lbs25-34 cu. in.
Brittanys30-40 lbs30-40 cu. in.30-40 lbs30-40 cu. in.
Spaniels (Boykin)30-40 lbs30-40 cu. in.25-35 lbs25-35 cu. in.
Spaniels (American Water)30-45 lbs30-45 cu. in.25-40 lbs25-40 cu. in.
Polish Lowland Sheepdogs30-50 lbs30-50 cu. in.30-50 lbs30-50 cu. in.
Border Collies30-55 lbs30-55 cu. in.30-55 lbs30-55 cu. in.
Xoloitzcuintli (standard)30-55 lbs30-55 cu. in.30-55 lbs30-55 cu. in.
Norwegian Buhunds31-40 lbs31-40 cu. in.26-35 lbs26-35 cu. in.
Glen of Imaal Terriers32-40 lbs32-40 cu. in.32-40 lbs32-40 cu. in.
Kerry Blue Terriers33-40 lbs33-40 cu. in.slightly less33-40 cu. in.
Finnish Lapphunds33-53 lbs33-53 cu. in.33-53 lbs33-53 cu. in.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers35-40 lbs35-40 cu. in.30-35 lbs30-35 cu. in.
Keeshonden35-45 lbs35-45 cu. in.35-45 lbs35-45 cu. in.
Skye Terriers35-45 lbs35-45 cu. in.slightly less35-45 cu. in.
Spaniels (Sussex)35-45 lbs35-45 cu. in.35-45 lbs35-45 cu. in.
Australian Cattle Dogs35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.
Retrievers (Nova Scotia Duck Tolling)35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.
Sloughis35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.
Spaniels (Field)35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.
Standard Schnauzers35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.30-45 lbs30-45 cu. in.
Spanish Water Dogs40-49 lbs40-49 cu. in.31-40 lbs31-40 cu. in.
Spaniels (Welsh Springer)40-55 lbs40-55 cu. in.35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.
Basset Hounds40-65 lbs40-65 cu. in.40-65 lbs40-65 cu. in.
Salukis40-65 lbs40-65 cu. in.40-65 lbs40-65 cu. in.
Portuguese Water Dogs42-60 lbs42-60 cu. in.35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.
Setters (Irish Red and White)42-60 lbs42-60 cu. in.35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.
Bearded Collies45-55 lbs45-55 cu. in.45-55 lbs45-55 cu. in.
Canaan Dogs45-55 lbs45-55 cu. in.35-45 lbs35-45 cu. in.
Pharaoh Hounds45-55 lbs45-55 cu. in.45-55 lbs45-55 cu. in.
Chinese Shar-Pei45-60 lbs45-60 cu. in.45-60 lbs45-60 cu. in.
Harriers45-60 lbs45-60 cu. in.45-60 lbs45-60 cu. in.
Siberian Huskies45-60 lbs45-60 cu. in.35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.
American English Coonhounds45-65 lbs45-65 cu. in.45-65 lbs45-65 cu. in.
Samoyeds45-65 lbs45-65 cu. in.35-50 lbs35-50 cu. in.
Chow Chows45-70 lbs45-70 cu. in.45-70 lbs45-70 cu. in.
Dalmatians45-70 lbs45-70 cu. in.45-70 lbs45-70 cu. in.
Redbone Coonhounds45-70 lbs45-70 cu. in.45-70 lbs45-70 cu. in.
Bulldogs50 lbs50 cu. in.40 lbs40 cu. in.
Ibizan Hounds50 lbs50 cu. in.45 lbs45 cu. in.
Spaniels (English Springer)50 lbs50 cu. in.40 lbs40 cu. in.
Afghan Hounds50-60 lbs50-60 cu. in.50-60 lbs50-60 cu. in.
Plotts50-60 lbs50-60 cu. in.40-55 lbs40-55 cu. in.
Australian Shepherds50-65 lbs50-65 cu. in.40-55 lbs40-55 cu. in.
Airedale Terriers50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.
Berger Picards50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.
Bull Terriers50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.
Pointers (German Wirehaired)50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.35 and 50 lbs35 and 50 cu. in.
Norwegian Elkhounds55 lbs55 cu. in.48 lbs48 cu. in.
Briards55-100 lbs55-100 cu. in.55-100 lbs55-100 cu. in.
Vizslas55-60 lbs55-60 cu. in.44-55 lbs44-55 cu. in.
Entlebucher Mountain Dogs55-65 lbs55-65 cu. in.55-65 lbs55-65 cu. in.
Wirehaired Vizslas55-65 lbs55-65 cu. in.45-55 lbs45-55 cu. in.
Spaniels (Irish Water)55-68 lbs55-68 cu. in.45-58 lbs45-58 cu. in.
American Staffordshire Terriers55-70 lbs55-70 cu. in.40-55 lbs40-55 cu. in.
Pointers (German Shorthaired)55-70 lbs55-70 cu. in.45-60 lbs45-60 cu. in.
Belgian Sheepdogs55-75 lbs55-75 cu. in.45-60 lbs45-60 cu. in.
Belgian Tervuren55-75 lbs55-75 cu. in.45-60 lbs45-60 cu. in.
Pointers55-75 lbs55-75 cu. in.45-65 lbs45-65 cu. in.
Bluetick Coonhounds55-80 lbs55-80 cu. in.45-65 lbs45-65 cu. in.
Setters (Gordon)55-80 lbs55-80 cu. in.45-70 lbs45-70 cu. in.
Chinooks55-90 lbs55-90 cu. in.50-65 lbs50-65 cu. in.
Spinoni Italiani56 lbs56 cu. in.56 lbs56 cu. in.
Old English Sheepdogs60-100 lbs60-100 cu. in.60-100 lbs60-100 cu. in.
Retrievers (Flat-Coated)60-70 lbs60-70 cu. in.60-70 lbs60-70 cu. in.
Poodles (standard)60-70 lbs60-70 cu. in.40-50 lbs40-50 cu. in.
Collies60-75 lbs60-75 cu. in.50-65 lbs50-65 cu. in.
English Foxhounds60-75 lbs60-75 cu. in.60-75 lbs60-75 cu. in.
Belgian Malinois60-80 lbs60-80 cu. in.40-60 lbs40-60 cu. in.
Giant Schnauzers60-85 lbs60-85 cu. in.55-75 lbs55-75 cu. in.
Retrievers (Curly-Coated)60-95 lbs60-95 cu. in.60-95 lbs60-95 cu. in.
Black and Tan Coonhounds65-110 lbs65-110 cu. in.65-110 lbs65-110 cu. in.
American Foxhounds65-70 lbs65-70 cu. in.60-65 lbs60-65 cu. in.
Greyhounds65-70 lbs65-70 cu. in.60-65 lbs60-65 cu. in.
Retrievers (Golden)65-75 lbs65-75 cu. in.55-65 lbs55-65 cu. in.
Boxers65-80 lbs65-80 cu. in.15 lbs less than male15 cu. in. less than male
Retrievers (Chesapeake Bay)65-80 lbs65-80 cu. in.55-70 lbs55-70 cu. in.
Retrievers (Labrador)65-80 lbs65-80 cu. in.55-70 lbs55-70 cu. in.
Setters (English)65-80 lbs65-80 cu. in.45-55 lbs45-55 cu. in.
German Shepherd Dogs65-90 lbs65-90 cu. in.50-70 lbs50-70 cu. in.
Setters (Irish)70 lbs70 cu. in.60 lbs60 cu. in.
Beaucerons70-110 lbs70-110 cu. in.70-110 lbs70-110 cu. in.
Bouviers des Flandres70-110 lbs70-110 cu. in.70-110 lbs70-110 cu. in.
Bergamasco70-84 lbs70-84 cu. in.57-71 lbs57-71 cu. in.
Spaniels (Clumber)70-85 lbs70-85 cu. in.55-70 lbs55-70 cu. in.
Weimaraners70-90 lbs70-90 cu. in.55-75 lbs55-75 cu. in.
Doberman Pinschers75-100 lbs75-100 cu. in.60-90 lbs60-90 cu. in.
Borzois75-105 lbs75-105 cu. in.60-85 lbs60-85 cu. in.
Bernese Mountain Dogs80-115 lbs80-115 cu. in.70-95 lbs70-95 cu. in.
Black Russian Terriers80-130 lbs80-130 cu. in.80-130 lbs80-130 cu. in.
Alaskan Malamutes85 lbs85 cu. in.75 lbs75 cu. in.
Rhodesian Ridgebacks85 lbs85 cu. in.70 lbs70 cu. in.
Scottish Deerhounds85-110 lbs85-110 cu. in.75-95 lbs75-95 cu. in.
Bloodhounds90-110 lbs90-110 cu. in.80-100 lbs80-100 cu. in.
Tibetan Mastiffs90-150 lbs90-150 cu. in.70-120 lbs70-120 cu. in.
Rottweilers95-135 lbs95-135 cu. in.80-100 lbs80-100 cu. in.
Cane CorsoProportionate to height (100+ lbs)Proportionate to height (100+ cu. in.)Proportionate to heightProportionate to height
Great Pyrenees100 lbs & up100 cu. in. & up85 lbs & up85 cu. in. & up
Komondorok100 lbs or more100 cu. in. or more80 lbs or more80 cu. in. or more
Kuvaszok100-115 lbs100-115 cu. in.70-90 lbs70-90 cu. in.
Akitas100-130 lbs100-130 cu. in.70-100 lbs70-100 cu. in.
Dogues de Bordeaux110 lbs & up110 cu. in. & up99 lbs & up99 cu. in. & up
Bullmastiffs110-130 lbs110-130 cu. in.100-120 lbs100-120 cu. in.
Anatolian Shepherd Dogs110-150 lbs110-150 cu. in.80-120 lbs80-120 cu. in.
Leonbergers110-170 lbs110-170 cu. in.90-140 lbs90-140 cu. in.
Otterhounds115 lbs115 cu. in.80 lbs80 cu. in.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs115-140 lbs115-140 cu. in.85-110 lbs85-110 cu. in.
Irish Wolfhounds120 lbs120 cu. in.105 lbs105 cu. in.
Newfoundlands130-150 lbs130-150 cu. in.100-120 lbs100-120 cu. in.
Great Danes140-175 lbs140-175 cu. in.110-140 lbs110-140 cu. in.
St. Bernards140-180 lbs140-180 cu. in.120-140 lbs120-140 cu. in.
Neapolitan Mastiffs150 lbs150 cu. in.110 lbs110 cu. in.
Boerboels150-200 lbs150-200 cu. in.150-200 lbs150-200 cu. in.
Mastiffs160-230 lbs160-230 cu. in.120-170 lbs120-170 cu. in.
NOTE: The size of the urn you get should be based on the weight of your dog at passing, this chart is for illustration purposes only.

Do you need some ideas on what to do with your dog’s ashes once you receive them? Check out this article we wrote – 11+ Truly Unique & Loving Things You Can Do With Your Dogs Ashes!

Video – How To Pick The Perfect Urn For Your Dog

Watch this video to learn more about picking the perfect urn for your dog.

How to Pick The Perfect Urn For Your Dog – Video

Common Dog Urn Questions

What is the difference between small, medium, large, and x-large dog urns?

The main difference in small, medium, large, and x-large dog urns lies in their capacity to hold ashes, which is directly related to the weight of your dog. A small urn may be ideal for dogs that weighed up to 30 lbs, able to hold approximately 30 cubic inches of ashes.

Medium urns, on the other hand, might be suitable for dogs that weighed between 30-60 lbs, with a capacity of around 30-60 cubic inches.

Large urns are typically appropriate for dogs that weighed between 60-90 lbs, holding around 60-90 cubic inches of ashes. Lastly, x-large urns could accommodate dogs that weighed over 90 lbs, with a capacity for 90 cubic inches of ashes or more.

Remember, these are general estimates, and it is always a good idea to choose an urn slightly larger than needed.

What types of dog urns are there?

There are several types of dog urns available, each offering its own unique sentiment.

  • Traditional urns are often crafted from high-quality materials such as wood, metal, or ceramic, and come in a variety of designs and sizes.
  • Picture urns incorporate a space for a photo of your beloved pet, making the memorial more personal.
  • Keepsake urns are smaller in size, designed to hold a small portion of ashes, allowing for the sharing of ashes among family members.
  • Biodegradable urns are made from natural, eco-friendly materials and are suitable for those wishing to scatter the ashes in a favorite spot.
  • Jewelry urns or pendant urns are pieces of jewelry designed to carry a small amount of ashes, providing a way to keep your pet close at all times.

5 Tips for Buying an Urn for Your Beloved Dog

When choosing an urn for your beloved dog, there are several factors to consider to ensure it’s the perfect resting place for your canine.

  1. Consider the Size: As mentioned above, the urn size should be based on your dog’s weight. Aim for 1 cubic inch of space per pound, or slightly more to be on the safe size. It is better to have an urn with somewhat more capacity than one that will not fit all the remains of your dear dog.
  2. Choose the Material: Dog urns come in a variety of materials such as wood, metal, ceramic, and biodegradable options. Select one which appeals to you and will last for years to come.
  3. Consider the Personalization Options: Some urns offer the option for personalization, such as engraving or adding a photo of your pet. If this is important to you, look for an urn which offers these features.
  4. Consider the Finish: The finish of an urn can make all the difference in its overall appearance. Choose one with an attractive and timeless finish that will last through the years.
  5. Check the Reviews: Before making your purchase, be sure to read reviews from past customers to get an idea of quality, satisfaction, and value for money.

Final Thoughts

All in all, when it comes to finding the perfect urn for your furry companion, love and consideration are key. Both breed size and weight should be closely taken into account, as you want the urn to fit perfectly and honor them in a special way.

Do you need some ideas on what to do with your dog’s ashes once you receive them? Check out this article we wrote – 11+ Truly Unique & Loving Things You Can Do With Your Dogs Ashes!

Donnie Gardner

Donnie Gardner is the owner of the Boston Terrier Society. He has been raising Bella the Boston since 2010. He resides in Kansas with his wife, daughter, and Bella. His favorite activities are hanging out with family, traveling, running (but has bad knees), and reading non-fiction books.

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