Gentle Waves, based at 65 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna, was founded by two lifelong friends, Erica and Summer, who share a deep love for animals and understand the heartbreak of losing them.

As pet owners themselves, they’ve experienced the joy pets bring and the pain of saying goodbye. From their personal journeys, Gentle Waves was born, with a simple mission: to provide families from the North Shore and Auckland-wide with a farewell service that reflects the love, dignity, and respect their companions deserve. Erica and Summer explain, "We combine compassion with care, creating a place where pets are honoured as family and their memories are cherished." Offering private cremations, personalised pet farewells, and a beautiful range of handcrafted urns and keepsakes, Erica and Summer support and care for their guests with compassion, respect and dignity, every step of the way. 

What is Gentle Waves?
Gentle Waves is a local end-of-life and water-based cremation service for pets that helps families say goodbye to their beloved pets in the most gentle and respectful way. As the North Shore and Auckland region's first water cremation service, Erica and Summer are pioneering a water-based process that's gentler not only on the animals themselves, but also the planet.

What is water cremation?
Water cremation, also known as alkaline hydrolysis or Aquamation, is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation. It uses a gentle, water-based process to return the body to its natural elements.

The benefits

• 90% less energy is used than flame cremation;
• 5% fewer carbon emissions;
• No harmful gases or smoke are released;
• Clean, natural ashes are returned;
• Flame-free, gentle process.

Why choose Gentle Waves?

• Complete end-of-life care package options.
• Private farewell room.
• Personalised memorial options.
• Real-time updates and direct communication.
• Free pick-up within 10km.
• Afterpay options.
• 1% of every sale supports canine cancer research.

Testimonial

"Six days ago, we lost our much-loved Skitty Cat at the age of 16. Following his passing early on Sunday morning, Summer collected him at lunchtime and prepared a beautiful memorial service the following day. The grief was (and remains) raw and distressing. Heartfelt thanks to Erica and Summer for their kindness and compassion. Today, Skitty was returned to us with a lovely sympathy card, framed photo and paw print, which now has pride of place in our home. We want to say thank you so much for your care of Skitty and the kindness you showed us. Igor, Wayne and Skitty." – Igor J.

Gentle Waves - Pet Water Cremation
A farewell as gentle as your love.
65 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna
020 4010 7800 and 020 4010 5891
info@gentlewaves.co.nz
gentlewaves.co.nz
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Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm; Sat/Sun: 10am-3pm