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China's billion-dollar pet funeral industry lacks regulation

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China's burgeoning pet funeral industry, valued at over a billion dollars, currently operates with minimal regulation and oversight. Services can range from basic cremation to elaborate, high-end custom ceremonies, with some premium options costing as much as $1,500. This growth is driven by pet owners seeking professional services to commemorate their beloved animals, reflecting a deep emotional bond and a desire for dignified posthumous arrangements. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Alice Yan ·

    China’s billion-dollar pet funeral industry stays largely unregulated without public oversight

    In May, at a pet funeral home in Dalian, northeastern Liaoning province, a grieving couple wept as they tenderly combed the fur of their deceased pet cat, a Silver British Shorthair, bidding farewell to their beloved “fur kid.” The feline, cherished by the couple for eight years,…

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