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Personalised Dog Ashes Box with Photo, Wooden Memory Box for Dog Keepsakes, Pet Loss Memorial Box, Dog Keepsake Box with Custom Photo Plaque

Original price £40.00 - Original price £160.00
Original price
£40.00
£40.00 - £160.00
Current price £40.00
07 Jun. Estimated arrival
04 Jun. Order placed
05-06 Jun. Order dispatches
07 Jun. Delivered!

This is the memorial your dog deserves - a personalised dog ashes box with photo that keeps your beloved companion close, always.

Crafted from solid pine wood and personalised with a custom photo plaque on the lid, this wooden memory box for dog keepsakes is a gentle, lasting tribute to your dog. Your favourite photo of your dog is printed onto a wooden plaque on the box lid, alongside your dog's name, dates, and a personal message - creating a personal memorial that captures the bond you shared with your dog.

This pet loss memorial box is designed to hold everything you want to keep to remember your dog: a sealed ashes bag or small urn, alongside the collar they wore every day, their favourite tags, a lead, paw prints, photos, toys and any other treasured pet keepsakes you want to keep safe and close. With ornate metal corner fittings, a brass clasp, and an optional lock and key, this dog keepsake box is handcrafted with the care and love your dog deserves. This photo keepsake box is available in six sizes from Small to XLarge - so there's a perfect fit whether you're storing a small ashes pouch, keepsakes from puppyhood, or a lifetime collection of pet memories.

Ready to create a lasting memorial for your dog? Choose your size and add to basket above, then upload your photo and leave your personalisation details at checkout - we'll take care of everything else, handcrafting your dog's memorial box right here in our Yorkshire workshop.

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Personalised Dog Ashes Box with Photo - Product Details & Specifications

A Handcrafted, Quality Pine Wood Dog Memorial Box:

Made from solid pine wood, hand-finished in your choice of 8 beautiful wood stain colours - a personalised dog memorial keepsake box built to last and look beautiful in your home for years to come. The solid pine construction and secure closing lid keep everything inside safe and protected, so your dog's ashes, keepsakes and memories stay exactly as you left them.

Your Dog's Photo Printed on a Wooden Plaque:

Your chosen pet photo is printed onto a 3mm wooden plaque and mounted on the box lid - a truly unique custom photo memorial for your dog that captures exactly how you want to remember them. Upload your photo at checkout and we'll take care of the rest.

Add a Personal Message to Your Dog's Memorial Box:

Add your dog's name, their dates, and a personal message alongside the photo on the wooden plaque - a few words that say everything. Printed with their photo and mounted on the lid, it's a special reminder every time you use the box.

6 Dog Memorial Box Sizes to Choose From:

Whether you're storing a small ashes pouch with a collar and tags, or a full lifetime collection of pet memories, there's a size to suit every need:

Small Box: 16cm (W) x 10cm (D) x 8cm (H)

Standard Box: 19cm (W) x 14cm (D) x 10cm (H)

Medium Box: 27cm (W) x 20cm (D) x 14cm (H)

Large Box: 34cm (W) x 24cm (D) x 16cm (H)

Extra Large Box: 42cm (W) x 28cm (D) x 19cm (H)

Deep XXLarge Box: 40cm (W) x 30cm (D) x 23cm (H)

Choose Your Wooden Memorial Box Colour - 8 Colours to Choose From:

Your box is beautifully finished with a water-based, non-toxic wood stain in your choice of 8 colours - Light Oak, Oxford Brown, Tudor, Duck Egg Blue, Wedgwood, Boathouse, Georgian Grey, or White. Choose the colour that feels right for your dog's memorial and matches your home.

Antique Bronze Corner Fittings:

Decorative bronze corner pieces in a classic floral pattern protect the box corners and give this personalised dog ashes box its distinctive vintage character - a memorial that looks as special as it feels.

Secure Bronze Latch Clasp:

A bronze latch clasp keeps everything safely inside - made to protect the things you treasure most.

Optional Padlock and Key:

Add a padlock and key at checkout for extra security - perfect for keeping your dog's most precious keepsakes safely under lock and key.

Want to See the Design Before We Make It?

If you'd like to see a design proof before we make your keepsake, simply leave a note with your order requesting one and we'll send it to you within 1 business day.

Box Colour in display: Light Oak

Box Size in display: Standard


What to Keep in Your Dog Memory Box

This wooden memory box for dog keepsakes is designed to hold everything that matters - your dog's ashes alongside the everyday keepsakes that remind you of them. There's no right or wrong way to fill it. Most people find comfort in gathering the small, ordinary things that suddenly mean everything.

Your Dog's Ashes:

This dog memorial box is designed to safely store a sealed ashes bag or small urn alongside your other keepsakes - so everything connected to your dog can be kept together in one place.

Their Collar and Tags:

The collar they wore every single day. The tags that jingled when they ran. These are often the first things people want to keep safe - small objects that carry an enormous amount of memory.

Paw Prints:

An ink or clay paw print is one of the most treasured keepsakes for dog owners - a permanent, physical impression of the dog you loved. The larger sizes of this box are ideal for storing a paw print tile or clay mould safely alongside other mementos.

Photos and Letters:

Printed photos, a favourite snapshot, a letter you've written to them - things you want to keep but also to look at. Stored inside this pet loss memorial box, they stay safe and close whenever you need them.

Their Lead, Toys and Everyday Things:

A lead, a favourite toy or chew, a worn tennis ball - the everyday objects that meant nothing to anyone else and everything to you. The larger sizes of this box give you space to keep them all.

Puppy Keepsakes:

First photos, their first collar, a note from the vet - the things that marked the beginning. Keeping them together with everything else tells the whole story of their life.


Choosing the Right Size Dog Memorial Box

The right size pet keepsake box depends on what you want to keep inside. As a general guide, the smaller sizes work well for a sealed ashes pouch and a small number of keepsakes, while the larger sizes give you room for a fuller collection of memories alongside your dog's ashes.

Small Box:

  • External: 16cm(w) x 10cm(d) x 8cm(h) / 6.3"(w) x 3.9"(d) x 3.15"(h) 
  • Internal: 14cm(w) x 8cm(d) x 5cm(h) / 5.5"(w) x 3.15"(d) x 1.97"(h)

Standard Box:

  • External: 19cm(w) x 14cm(d) x 10cm(h) / 7.48"(w) x 5.5"(d) x 3.93"(h)
  • Internal: 17cm(w) x 12cm(d) x 7cm(h) / 6.69"(w) x 4.72"(d) x 2.75"(h)

Medium Box:

  • External: 27cm(w) x 20cm(d) x 14cm(h) / 10.63"(w) x 7.87"(d) x 5.51"(h)
  • Internal: 25cm(w) x 18cm(d) x 11cm(h) / 9.84"(w) x 7.1"(d) x 4.33"(h)

Large Box:

  • External: 34cm(w) x 24cm(d) x 16cm(h) / 13.38"(w) x 9.45"(d) x 6.29"(h)
  • Internal: 32cm(w) x 22cm(d) x 13cm(h) / 12.59"(w) x 8.66"(d) x 5.11"(h)

Extra Large Box:

  • External: 42cm(w) x 28cm(d) x 19cm(h) / 16.53"(w) x 11.02"(d) x 7.48"(h)
  • Internal: 40.2cm(w) x 26.3cm(d) x 15.6cm(h) / 15.82"(w) x 10.35"(d) x 6.14"(h)

Deep XXLarge Box:

  • External: 40cm(w) x 30cm(d) x 23cm(h) / 15.75"(w) x 11.81"(d) x 9.06"(h)
  • Internal: 37cm(w) x 27cm(d) x 21cm(h) / 14.57"(w) x 10.63"(d) x 8.27"(h)

Small and Standard - For a Focused, Simple Memorial:

The Small and Standard sizes are ideal if you want to store a sealed ashes pouch with a collar, a tag, and a few photos - a compact but meaningful memorial that sits neatly on a shelf or bedside table.

Medium - For Ashes and Everyday Keepsakes Together:

The Medium box gives you comfortable room for a sealed ashes bag or small urn alongside a collar, tags, paw print, photos and letters - the most popular size for a complete dog memorial.

Large and Extra Large - For a Full Lifetime of Memories:

The Large and Extra Large sizes are ideal if you want to keep your dog's ashes alongside a fuller collection - a lead, toys, puppy keepsakes, photos and everything else that tells their whole story.

Deep XXLarge - For Everything:

The Deep XXLarge gives you the most space of all - ideal for larger breeds, larger ashes containers, or anyone who wants to keep every last keepsake together in one place.


Why This Memory Box is the Perfect Memorial Keepsake to Remember a Loved Pet

A Memorial Box That Keeps Their Ashes, Keepsakes and Memories Together:

Most people want their dog's ashes close - but they also want to keep their collar, their tags, their photos. This dog memorial keepsake box brings everything together, stored in one safe place, so nothing gets separated or lost.

A Personal Tribute, Not a Generic Urn:

A standard urn only holds ashes. This keepsake box holds all their memories - with their photo on the lid, their name, their dates, and the keepsakes that made them who they were. There's nothing generic about it.

Your Dog's Photo on the Lid, Making it Truly Unique:

Every box is made with your chosen pet photo printed on the lid - so this memorial belongs to your dog and no one else's. No two are ever the same.

Somewhere Safe for Their Collar, Tags, Lead and Everyday Keepsakes:

The things you can't bring yourself to throw away deserve a proper home. This box keeps them safe, together, and close.

A Memorial Keepsake That Helps With the Grief of Losing a Dog:

Having somewhere dedicated to your dog's memory gives the grief somewhere to go. A physical place to return to, to add to, and to find comfort in.

A Keepsake Box That Fits Your Home:

Eight colour options and six sizes mean this pet loss memorial box fits naturally into your space - on a shelf, a mantelpiece, or a bedside table - wherever feels right.

A Place to Add More Memories Over Time:

Grief doesn't end on a single day. This box can be added to - new photos, new notes, new keepsakes - as and when you need it.

A Thoughtful Sympathy Gift for Someone Going Through Pet Loss:

If someone you know has just lost their dog, this is a gift that comforts them without needing words. Personalised with their dog's photo and name, it will truly mean a lot to them.


How to Personalise Your Wooden Dog Keepsake Box - Custom Photo, Message and Box Colours

Personalising your dog memorial box is simple. Choose your box size and colour, then upload your photo and leave your personalisation details at checkout - we'll take care of everything else from our Yorkshire workshop.

Your Dog's Photo:

Upload your chosen photo directly at checkout. If you'd prefer to send it by email after ordering, send it to enquiries@makememento.com. We accept JPEG, PNG, SVG and PDF file formats. The higher the resolution, the sharper the print - so always use the best quality version of your photo. If you're unsure whether your photo will work, request a design proof at checkout and we'll send you a mock-up within 1 business day.

Your Personalised Text:

Add your dog's name, their dates, and a personal message alongside the photo on the wooden plaque. Not sure what to write? Here are some ideas:

  • Their name and dates - simple, timeless, and always right: "Rover, 12th March 2010 - 4th January 2024."
  • A short message that says what they meant to you - "Forever our good boy" or "The best dog we ever knew."
  • A line from a poem or song that reminds you of them - something that captures exactly who they were.
  • A private word or phrase only your family would understand - the nickname, the thing they always did, the reason everyone loved them.
  • Something that makes you smile as much as it makes you cry - because that's who they were.

Not sure what words to use? Our guide to heartfelt pet loss quotes and messages has 70 quotes and messages to help you find the words that feel right.

Choose Your Box Colour: 

Choose from 8 wood stain colours at checkout - Light Oak, Oxford Brown, Tudor, Duck Egg Blue, Wedgwood, Boathouse, Georgian Grey, or White.

Choose Your Box Size: 

Choose from Small to Deep XXLarge - see the size guide above if you're unsure which is right for you.


Giving This Dog Memorial Box as a Sympathy Gift for Someone Going Through Pet Loss

If someone you care about has just lost their dog, this personalised dog keepsake box is a gift that says the right thing without needing words. A practical, beautiful memorial they can use straight away - somewhere to put the collar, the tags, the photos, and everything they can't bring themselves to part with.

Personalise it with their dog's photo and name before you order, and it arrives ready to mean something.

This is a dog sympathy gift that lasts long after the flowers have faded and the condolence cards have been put away - a permanent, personal tribute to the dog they loved.

A Meaningful Bereavement Gift for a Family Member Grieving the Loss of a Dog:

When someone in your family has just lost their dog, it can be hard to know what to do or say. This personalised dog memorial box gives you something practical and meaningful to offer - a proper tribute to their dog, personalised with their photo and name, that arrives ready to hold everything they can't bring themselves to throw away. A gift that says you understand how much their dog meant to them.

The Thoughtful Gift for a Friend Who Has Just Lost Their Dog:

Losing a dog is a real bereavement, and friends who have just lost theirs need more than a sympathy card. This pet loss memorial box is a gift that does something - it gives their dog's collar, tags, photos and ashes a proper home, personalised with their dog's face on the lid. Long after the condolence messages have been forgotten, this will still be on their shelf.

A Heartfelt Pet Loss Gift for a Partner Going Through Dog Bereavement:

If your partner has lost a dog that meant everything to them, this personalised memorial box is a way of showing you understand the depth of that loss. Personalise it with their dog's photo, name and dates - or a message from you - and it becomes something deeply personal. A gift that holds the grief as much as the keepsakes.

Helping a Child Cope With the Loss of a Dog:

For a child, losing a dog can be one of their first experiences of grief - and one of the hardest. Having somewhere special to keep their dog's collar, a paw print, photos and memories can help them process that loss in a gentle, tangible way. This wooden memory box for dog keepsakes gives them a dedicated place for their dog's memory - something that is theirs, that they can return to, and that tells them it is okay to remember.


How to Order Your Personalised Dog Memorial Box

  1. Choose your size and colour - select from Small to Deep XXLarge and your choice of 8 wood stain colours above.
  2. Upload your photo - use the upload button at checkout, or send it to enquiries@makememento.com after ordering.
  3. Leave your personalisation details - your dog's name, their dates, and any personal message you'd like on the plaque.
  4. Place your order - and we'll take care of everything else, handcrafting your dog's memorial box right here in our Yorkshire workshop.

We deliver anywhere across the UK, straight to your door.


Looking for more ways to remember your dog alongside your keepsake box? Browse our full range of pet loss gifts for more ideas. If you're thinking about how to mark your dog's passing in a more meaningful way, our guide to 10 meaningful ways to create a memorial for a pet covers everything from planting a memorial tree to holding a small gathering to celebrate their life - ideas for honouring your dog beyond the keepsake box itself. And once your box arrives, our complete guide to how to use a memory box to cherish your pet's memory walks you through exactly how to fill it, what to keep, and how to make it a lasting tribute to the dog you loved.

Product Features

✓ Pine Wood
✓ Personalised Wooden Photo Plaque Mounted on Box
✓ Personalise with any text!
✓ 6 size options available
✓ Option to add Padlock & Key to clasp
✓ Choose your prefered wood stain colour, (see colour chart)

Product Details

This luxurious personalised memory box makes the perfect thoughtful gift or keepsake, and is also a stunning centre-piece for any room. With a chic customised wood photo plaque and beautiful vintage bronze corner piece adornments, this memory box is a unique gift idea for any milestone occasion. Handcrafted from pine wood, and finished with high quality wood stain in the colour of your choice, this box is completely unique. With a mounted custom wood photo memento plaque, this elegant, wooden box is a gift made to be treasured!

With a stunning, rich colour custom wooden photo plaque mounted to the top of the box, this keepsake box can be personalised for any special occasion. The personalised plaque is crafted from 3mm wood, and printed with your chosen personalised photo and text - adding to the unique style of this box. Both the box, photo plaque and lettering can be made in various styles and fonts to suit your requirements! (Visit our shop to view additional options).

This box also includes beautiful bronze metal antique pieces on each corner. Designed with a classic, delicate floral pattern, the corner pieces not only add to the vintage style of the box, but also serve to protect the box corners, ensuring long lasting durability. This box also comes with a secure bronze latch clasp, which also has an option to add a padlock and key (option available at checkout) for increased security - great for storing precious and valued items.

Choose from 6 sizes available, and there are various options for the wood stain colour finish you would like, so you can be sure to have a gift that matches the recipient's style! (see colour chart).

Our deep wooden keepsake boxes are made from quality pine wood, hand finished with a wood stain and hand printed with your chosen image and text. With a beautiful clasp to secure valuables, this box is perfect for precious items or to use as gift/favour boxes.

See our shop for alternative styles.

PRODUCT FEATURES
✓ Pine Wood
✓ Personalised Wooden Photo Plaque Mounted on Box
✓ Personalise with any text!
✓ 6 size options available
✓ Option to add Padlock & Key to clasp
✓ Choose your prefered wood stain colour, (see colour chart)

PERSONALISE YOUR ORDER

- SEND US YOUR CHOSEN PHOTO:
Send your image file by email to enquiries@makememento.com. JPEG, PNG, SVG & PDF files accepted.

- CHOOSE YOUR PERSONALISED TEXT:
To personalise the text on your order, just leave details of your chosen text in the 'personalisation' section during the checkout process with the details of the personalised text you would like us to print on your box. Please note that personalisations will be added exactly as detailed.

CHOOSE YOUR BOX COLOUR/STAIN FINISH:
We offer various options for wood colour stain. Please see our colour chart in the product images to choose your preferred option. Just leave details in the 'personalisation' section at checkout to let us know which stain colour finish you would like to choose!

WANT A DESIGN PROOF?
If you would like a design proof of your order before we make it, please leave a note with your order requesting a design proof. Once your order has been acknowledged, we will then provide a design proof within 1-2 business days. Please note that design proofs will only be provided if requested.

Please note that all items are handmade to order so, whilst items are made to resemble both the description and listing images closely, there may be slight variations which add to the character and individuality of each unique item!

Size Guide

SIZES AVAILABLE

(please select your preferred size during the checkout process)

- SMALL BOX
External Dimensions
CENTIMETRES: 16cm(w) x 10cm(d) x 8cm(h)

INCHES: 6.3”(w) x 3.9”(d) x 3.15”(h)

Internal Dimensions

CENTIMETRES: 14cm(w) x 8cm(d) x 5cm(h)

INCHES: 5.5”(w) x 3.15”(d) x 1.97”(h)

- STANDARD BOX
External dimensions
CENTIMETRES: 19cm(w) x 14cm(d) x 10cm(h)

INCHES: 7.48”(w) x 5.5”(d) x 3.93”(h)

Internal dimensions
CENTIMETRES: 17cm(w) x 12cm(d) x 7cm(h)

INCHES: 6.69”(w) x 4.72”(d) x 2.75”(h)

- MEDIUM BOX
External dimensions
CENTIMETRES: 27cm(w) x 20cm(d) x 14cm(h)

INCHES: 10.63”(w) x 7.87”(d) x 5.51”(h)

Internal dimensions

CENTIMETRES: 25cm(w) x 18cm(d) x 11cm(h)

INCHES: 9.84”(w) x 7.1”(d) x 4.33”(h)

- LARGE BOX
External dimensions
CENTIMETRES: 34cm(w) x 24cm(d) x 16cm(h)

INCHES: 13.38”(w) x 9.45”(d) x 6.29”(h)

Internal dimensions
CENTIMETRES: 32cm(w) x 22cm(d) x 13cm(h)

INCHES: 12.59”(w) x 8.66”(d) x 5.11”(h)

- EXTRA LARGE BOX
External dimensions
CENTIMETRES: 42cm(w) x 28cm(d) x 19cm(h)

INCHES: 16.53”(w) x 11.02”(d) x 7.48”(h)

Internal dimensions
CENTIMETRES: 40.2cm(w) x 26.3cm(d) x 15.6cm(h)

INCHES: 15.82”(w) x 10.35”(d) x 6.14”(h)

- DEEP EXTRA LARGE BOX (XXLarge)
- External Dimensions:
CENTIMETRES: 40cm(w) x 30cm(d) x 23cm(h)

INCHES: 15.75”(w) x 11.81”(d) x 9.06”(h)

- Internal Dimensions:
CENTIMETRES: 37cm(w) x 27cm(d) x 21cm(h)

INCHES: 14.57”(w) x 10.63”(d) x 8.27”(h)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this personalised dog memorial keepsake box good quality?

Yes - this personalised dog memorial keepsake box is made to a genuinely high standard. Handcrafted from solid pine wood, hand-finished in your choice of 8 wood stain colours, and fitted with decorative antique bronze corner pieces and a secure bronze latch clasp, this is a dog memory box that looks and feels like a proper, lasting tribute - not a generic memorial product. With an optional padlock and key and a custom photo plaque mounted on the lid, it's a keepsake your dog deserves.

What is this personalised dog ashes box made from?

This personalised dog ashes box is made from solid pine wood, hand-finished in your choice of 8 water-based, non-toxic wood stain colours. The personalised photo plaque mounted on the lid is crafted from 3mm wood, printed with your chosen photo, your dog's name, their dates, and your personal message. The box features decorative antique bronze corner pieces, a secure bronze latch clasp, and an optional padlock and key available at checkout.

Can I store my dog's ashes in this memorial keepsake box?

Yes - this dog memorial keepsake box is designed to safely store a sealed ashes bag or small urn alongside your other keepsakes. It is not a sealed urn and is not designed to hold loose ashes directly, but for most people who want to keep their dog's ashes alongside their collar, tags, photos and other treasured mementos, it is the perfect solution - everything together in one place.

Is this dog memorial box the same as a dog urn?

No - this is a dog memorial keepsake box rather than a traditional urn. A standard urn is designed solely to contain ashes. This wooden memory box for dog keepsakes is designed to hold a sealed ashes bag or small urn alongside everything else that reminds you of your dog - their collar, their tags, photos, paw prints and everyday keepsakes. For many people that makes it a far more meaningful memorial than an urn alone.

How do I store my dog's ashes in this keepsake box?

The simplest way is to place your dog's sealed ashes bag or small urn inside the box alongside your other keepsakes. Most crematoriums return ashes in a sealed bag or small container that fits comfortably inside the Medium, Large, Extra Large or Deep XXLarge sizes of this box. If you are unsure which size is right for your ashes container, contact us at enquiries@makememento.com and we will be happy to advise.

What can I keep in this dog memory box?

This dog memory box is designed to hold everything that mattered - your dog's sealed ashes bag or small urn, their collar and tags, a lead, paw prints, photos, letters, favourite toys, and any other everyday keepsakes you want to keep safe and close. There is no right or wrong way to fill it. The larger sizes give you room for a full lifetime collection of memories, while the smaller sizes are ideal for a focused, simple memorial.

Will my dog's collar fit in this memorial box?

Yes - a dog's collar fits comfortably in the Standard size and above. For larger breed collars, or if you want to store a collar alongside other keepsakes such as a sealed ashes pouch and photos, the Medium or Large size gives you the most comfortable room. See the full size guide above for internal dimensions to help you choose.

What photo should I use for my dog's memorial box?

Any clear photo of your dog works beautifully - a favourite portrait, a candid moment, or simply the one that looks most like them. It doesn't need to be a professional photo. The most treasured memorial boxes tend to use the photo that makes you smile the most, or the one that captures exactly who they were. If you have several favourites and can't choose, contact us at enquiries@makememento.com and we'll be happy to help.

What format should my photo be in?

We accept JPEG, PNG, SVG and PDF file formats. If you're uploading from your phone, a standard JPEG from your camera roll is perfect. The higher the resolution, the sharper and more detailed the print on the wooden plaque will be, so always use the best quality version of the photo you have.

Can you work with an old or poor quality photo of my dog?

Yes - we can often enhance faded, old or lower resolution photos to create a beautiful memorial print. If you're concerned about whether your photo will work, request a design proof at checkout and we'll send you a mock-up within 1 business day so you can see exactly how it will look before we make it. If you're unsure before ordering, send your photo to enquiries@makememento.com and we'll advise honestly about what's possible.

Can I see a design proof before you make my dog memorial box?

Yes - if you'd like to see a design proof before we make your dog memorial box, simply leave a note requesting one when you place your order and we'll send you a digital mock-up within 1 business day. This is particularly useful if you want to check how your photo and personalisation text will look together on the plaque before we go ahead and make it.

What should I write on my dog's personalised memorial box?

The most popular personalisation for a dog memorial box is your dog's name paired with their dates - simple, timeless, and always right. "Rover, 12th March 2010 - 4th January 2024" looks beautiful in print and means the box is unmistakably theirs. Other meaningful options include a short message from the heart, a line from a poem or song that reminds you of them, a phrase only your family would understand, or simply the nickname everyone called them. There is no wrong answer - whatever feels most like them.

Can I have the text in a different font or colour?

Yes - the personalised text on your dog memorial box can be printed in a different font or colour. Contact us before or after placing your order and we'll send you our font list so you can choose the style that feels right. Simply mention your preferred colour in your personalisation note at checkout and we'll do our best to accommodate it. If you'd like to see how it will look first, request a design proof and we'll send you a mock-up within 1 business day.

Which size dog memorial box should I choose?

The right size depends on what you want to store inside. As a general guide, the Small and Standard sizes are ideal for a sealed ashes pouch with a collar and a few photos. The Medium is the most popular size for a complete dog memorial - comfortable room for a sealed ashes bag or small urn alongside a collar, tags, paw print and photos. The Large and Extra Large give you space for a fuller collection of memories, and the Deep XXLarge is ideal for larger breeds, larger ashes containers, or anyone who wants to keep every last keepsake together in one place. See the full size guide above for internal and external dimensions.

Will a dog's ashes pouch fit in the small box?

The Small box has internal dimensions of 14cm(w) x 8cm(d) x 5cm(h), which may be too compact for most standard ashes pouches alongside other keepsakes. If you want to store ashes alongside a collar, tags or photos, the Standard or Medium size gives you much more comfortable room. If you are unsure whether your specific ashes container will fit, contact us at enquiries@makememento.com before ordering and we'll be happy to advise.

What colours is this wooden dog memorial box available in?

This wooden dog memorial box is available in 8 wood stain colours - Light Oak, Oxford Brown, Tudor, Duck Egg Blue, Wedgwood, Boathouse, Georgian Grey, and White. Each colour is applied as a water-based, non-toxic wood stain, so the natural grain of the pine wood shows through beautifully in every finish. See the colour chart in the product images above to find the right one for you.

Which colour should I choose for my dog's memorial box?

The right colour is entirely personal - choose whatever feels right for your dog's memorial and fits naturally in your home. Many people choose Light Oak or Oxford Brown for a warm, natural finish that feels traditional and timeless. White and Georgian Grey work beautifully in modern homes. Duck Egg Blue and Wedgwood are soft and calming - popular choices for a gentle, comforting memorial. Tudor and Boathouse are richer, deeper tones for something bolder. If you'd like to see how a colour looks on the finished box, the product images above show each finish.

Does this dog memorial box come with a lock and key?

This dog memorial keepsake box comes with a secure bronze latch clasp as standard on all sizes. An optional padlock and key is available as an add-on for any size - perfect if you want your dog's memorial kept private and secure. Simply select the padlock and key option when adding to basket at checkout.

Will a dog memorial box help with the grief of losing a dog?

For many people, having a dedicated physical place for their dog's memory brings real comfort during the grief of pet loss. Gathering the collar, the tags, the photos - the small things that suddenly mean everything - and giving them a proper home can be part of how you process losing a dog. This dog memorial keepsake box doesn't take the grief away, but it gives it somewhere to go. A place to return to, to add to, and to find comfort in over time.

How soon after losing my dog should I order a memorial box?

There is no right or wrong time. Some people order within days of losing their dog, finding comfort in doing something meaningful straight away. Others wait weeks or months until they feel ready. This personalised dog memory box can be ordered whenever feels right for you - and because it is made to order in our Yorkshire workshop, it will be ready when you need it. If you have any questions before ordering, contact us at enquiries@makememento.com and we'll be happy to help.

Is this a good sympathy gift for someone who has lost their dog?

Yes - this personalised dog memorial keepsake box is one of the most thoughtful sympathy gifts you can give someone who has lost their dog. It's practical, personal, and gives them somewhere to keep everything that matters - their dog's collar, tags, photos and ashes - all in one place. Personalise it with their dog's photo and name before you order and it arrives ready to mean something.

Is this a good dog bereavement gift for a friend?

Yes - this dog keepsake box with custom photo plaque is a genuinely meaningful dog bereavement gift for a friend. Most sympathy gestures - flowers, cards - don't last. This is a permanent, personalised tribute to their dog that they will keep and return to for years. It's the kind of gift that shows you understood how much their dog meant to them.

What is a good gift for someone whose dog has just died?

A personalised dog memorial box is one of the best gifts you can give someone whose dog has just died. In the immediate aftermath of losing a dog, people are left with a collar, a lead, photos and keepsakes and nowhere to put them. This wooden memory box for dog keepsakes gives those things a proper home - personalised with their dog's photo and name, it's a gift that acknowledges the loss and helps with it at the same time.

Is this a good gift for someone who has lost their pet?

Yes - while this personalised memorial box is designed with dogs in mind, it works just as beautifully as a memorial for any beloved pet. The personalisation is completely flexible - simply use your pet's photo, their name and their dates, and it becomes a fitting tribute whatever pet you have lost. If you have any questions about personalising this box for a different pet, contact us at enquiries@makememento.com and we'll be happy to help.

I want to get a condolence gift for a family member who has just lost their dog - would this memorial box work?

Yes - this personalised dog memorial box is a genuinely meaningful condolence gift for a family member who has just lost their dog. It gives them somewhere to keep everything that matters - their dog's ashes, collar, tags, photos and keepsakes - all together in one place, personalised with their dog's photo and name. It's a practical, lasting tribute that shows you understood how much their dog meant to them.

I want to get a sympathy gift for a friend who has just lost their dog - would this personalised memorial box be appropriate?

Yes - this pet loss memorial box is a thoughtful and appropriate sympathy gift for a friend who has just lost their dog. Rather than flowers that fade or a card that gets put away, this is something they will keep and return to for years. Personalise it with their dog's photo and name before you order and it arrives ready to mean something - a proper tribute to the dog they loved.

My partner has just lost his dog and I want to get him something meaningful - would this dog memorial box work?

Yes - this personalised dog memorial box is a deeply meaningful gift for a partner going through the loss of their dog. Personalise it with his dog's photo, name and dates - or add a message from you alongside - and it becomes something that holds the memory of his dog in a way nothing else quite does. A gift that acknowledges the grief and gives it somewhere to go.

My child has just lost their dog and I want something that will help them with their grief - would this pet memory box help?

Yes - this wooden memory box for dog keepsakes can be a really gentle and helpful way to support a child through the loss of their dog. Having somewhere special that belongs to them - personalised with their dog's photo and name, where they can keep the collar, a paw print, photos and favourite memories - gives the grief somewhere to go. It tells them it is okay to remember, and that their dog's memory matters.

How long does this personalised dog memorial box take to arrive?

Estimated delivery dates for this personalised dog memorial box are displayed on the product page before you place your order, so you can plan ahead. If you need it by a specific date or have a deadline to meet, please contact us at enquiries@makememento.com before ordering and we'll do everything we can to help.

Do you deliver this dog memorial box anywhere in the UK?

Yes - we deliver this personalised dog memorial box anywhere across the UK, straight to your door. Every order is carefully handcrafted at our Yorkshire workshop and packaged with care before it is sent out. Simply enter your UK delivery address at checkout.

Can this dog memorial box be sent directly to someone as a sympathy gift?

Yes - this personalised dog memorial box can be sent directly to someone anywhere in the UK. Simply enter their address as the delivery address at checkout and we'll send it straight to them, carefully packaged and ready to give. A thoughtful option if you want to send your condolences directly to a friend or family member who has lost their dog.

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