Pet Burial Service

Why Choose Diggermate for Pet Burial Services?

Pet burials often need to be carried out quickly and with sensitivity, especially when ground conditions, access, or soil type make manual digging difficult.

Our role is to assist by preparing the burial site efficiently and with minimal disturbance to your property, ensuring the process is handled calmly and respectfully from start to finish.

Choosing Diggermate means you’re supported by experienced operators who understand the importance of discretion and care during pet burial services. We take a gentle, practical approach and tailor our setup to suit your space and access requirements.

We help by:

  • Preparing burial sites to an appropriate depth

  • Working in residential backyards and rural properties

  • Minimising disruption to surrounding areas

  • Handling the task with professionalism and respect

You don’t need to organise equipment or manage the physical workload yourself — we handle the machinery so you can focus on what matters.

Below is an overview of the equipment we commonly use for pet burial preparation, and how each machine supports a careful, respectful process.

Mini Excavator

Mini excavators allow for precise, controlled digging, making them ideal for preparing burial sites without unnecessary disturbance to the surrounding area.

How it helps:

  • Digs to the required depth accurately

  • Maintains clean edges and minimal ground disruption

  • Suitable for residential backyards and rural properties

Narrow Bucket Attachment

Narrow buckets allow excavation to be kept neat and contained, reducing the footprint of the work area.

How it helps:

  • Creates a clean, narrow excavation

  • Minimises disturbance to lawns and gardens

  • Allows precise control during digging

Mini Loader

Where required, small loaders or hand-assisted support help manage soil placement and keep the site tidy throughout the process.

How it helps:

  • Manages excavated soil cleanly

  • Keeps the surrounding area orderly

  • Reduces manual effort during preparation

Site Restoration

Once the burial site has been prepared and completed, care is taken to leave the area tidy and respectful.

How it helps:

  • Soil is returned neatly

  • Surrounding area is left clean

  • Minimal visible disruption

Booking a Pet Burial Service with Diggermate

If you need assistance with a pet burial, booking with Diggermate is simple. Let us know your location and access details, and we’ll arrange the appropriate machinery and experienced operator to assist respectfully and efficiently.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

A pet burial service is where we excavate a grave on your property so you can lay your pet to rest in a respectful way, without you needing to organise equipment or do the digging yourself.

Yes. We offer private pet burial services on your property.

Yes. You choose the burial location on your property. If access or ground conditions limit options, we’ll talk it through and suggest practical alternatives.

We handle the digging and site preparation with the right equipment and an experienced operator.

Our national pricing for wet hire services is $119 per hour. Our minimum charge is 3 hours plus 1 hour of travel for each job.

Pricing can vary by location, site conditions, and access.

For an accurate quote, please contact your local Diggermate, who can assess your site and confirm availability and rates.

We can help with most animals. Size and site access can affect the approach, so share your pet type/size when you enquire and we’ll advise what we can do.

It depends on local availability. Book online or contact your local Diggermate and we’ll confirm the soonest time slot.

We don’t require a casket or container. If you want to use one, that’s up to you. Tell us what you’re planning so we can allow for sizing and handling.

That’s your choice. We can leave the site unmarked, or you can mark it yourself (for example with a plant, stone, or plaque). If you want a specific finish, mention it when booking.

Yes. Our wet hire operators are licensed, experienced, and trained to follow safety protocols.

We serve areas covered by our locally owned Diggermate locations across Australia and New Zealand. Availability depends on your nearest location.

Many locations operate seven days a week, including weekends. After-hours availability varies by location, so check with your local Diggermate.

Book online via our Pet Burial Services page and select your local Diggermate, or contact your nearest location directly.

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Got something out of the ordinary? No probs just give as a call and we can help you out. No matter how big, small or strange your request is our team has probably already been there and done. We are here to help so phone or txt me Mate!