12 Dog Memorial Stones Under $40 to Remember a Pet
A dog memorial stone is a wonderful way to honor the life of a beloved dog who is no longer with us.
Most dog memorial stones are made from weatherproof materials such as concrete, granite or resin and are suitable to be used indoors or outside.
Many of the dog memorial stones featured below have a hidden keyhole hook on the back and can be easily hung on a wall.
Displaying a dog remembrance stone on an easel is also a sophisticated way to commemorate the memory of a dog, particularly if placing the memorial stone indoors.
Prices for pet memorial stones range from $15-$40 on average. Depending on the structure of the stone, you may be able to customize or personalize the stone after purchase. I have noted below if this is possible and my recommendations for customizing.
Let’s take a look at my favorite dog memorial stones.
Dog Memorial Garden Stone
This beautiful stone is hand painted and hand sculpted. Measuring 10 inches in diameter this dog memorial stone is suitable to be placed directly on the ground, in a garden or can be hung on a wall.
The sentiment of “you may have left my life, but you will never leave my heart” is genuine and sincere.
This memorial plaque is well suited to gifting just as it is. The stone is cast in resin, which gives it a look of natural sandstone.
For longevity it is not recommended you engrave or personalize this stone.
There is also a matching easel, perfectly sized to hold a 10 inch x 10 inch stone.
Heart Stone Dog Memorial
This beautiful stone is simple, yet says it all. Crafted in a heart shape and cast in resin, this 10.25 inch heart shaped stone can be placed in the garden or hung on a wall.
The heartfelt sentiment “you left paw prints on my heart” is timeless.
As the stone is cast in resin, it is not recommended to customize this piece, to ensure longevity of the stone.
If you did want to add customization, one option is to have a small metal plaque or dog tag engraved with the pets name and then glue it on to the stone, rather than engraving the stone itself.
If Love Could Have Saved You Memorial Stone
For any pet owner, this sentiment rings true – “if love could have saved you, you would have lived forever”.
Measuring 10 inches x 10 inches, this beautiful stone has a sculpted dog figure with gorgeous angel wings.
I would recommend this memorial stone for anyone who has lost a medium to large sized dog, such as a Labrador, Boxer Dog Shepherd – a dog that looks the most similar to the figurine.
This piece is not suitable to be engraved or customized in any way, nor do I think you could add anything to the stone without making it appear cluttered. I would simply gift this dog memorial stone as it is.
Playful Paws Dog Memorial Stone
This isn’t the most elegant looking pet memorial stone, but the message is an amazing tribute to a beloved pet.
Reading, “Missing your unconditional love and playful paws, we are now apart. You’re gone from our lives, but never from our heart” couldn’t be said any better.
Although this garden stone is crafted from weatherproof resin, it looks and feels like real stone. It weighs 2.4 pounds and measures 12 inches wide x 6 inches high x 0.5 inches deep.
Keep this heartfelt message outside in your dogs favorite place, or inside as a tribute – either way, this memorial stone marker honors the life of a beloved pet beautifully.
Paw Shaped Memorial Stone
This large paw shaped dog remembrance stone has the same beautiful message as the stone featured above, and includes a spot to place a 2 inch x 3 inch photograph of your beloved pet.
Whilst the stone is weatherproof and suitable for keeping indoors and outside, for longevity of the photograph, I recommend keeping out of the weather.
The photograph cover is plastic, not glass, and not impervious to the weather, debris or bugs from the garden that may creep in and ultimately damage the photograph.
If you want to keep this memorial stone outside, try laminating the photograph before you place it in for added protection.
The stone is 1.5 inches deep, so it also sits nicely upright on a mantle or shelf. It is quite large, measuring 8.5 inches wide x 8.2 inches tall.
I absolutely adore the message “Missing your unconditional love and playful paws, we are now apart. You’re gone from our lives, but never from our heart”.
Friends Live Forever Garden Stone
This outdoor dog memorial stone is elegant and timeless, with a sitting dog, halo and angel wings against a backdrop of clouds.
The remembrance quote “Friends live forever in memories we keep” is a wholehearted tribute to a beloved pet that will never be forgotten.
With a keyhole hanger on the back, this stone can be hung on a wall, or placed in the garden, as well as positioned on the matching easel for proud display inside.
Indoor Memorial Stone and Urn
This memorial stone also holds ashes, for up to a 100 pound dog.
The measurements are 7 inches x 9 inches x 6.25 inches.
Crafted from stone with a large twist opening in the bottom to pour in and secure pet ashes after cremation.
The inscription, “Sweet Memories of You Fill my Heart my Forever Faithful Friend” is a heartfelt reminder of the undivided love our pets give us.
Adorned with little sparkly stones, swirls and paw prints this dog memorial stone and urn would make a wonderful tribute to a beloved pet.
Rainbow Bridge Dog Memorial Stone
A slightly smaller stone than the others, this rainbow bridge memorial measures 5 inches x 8.5 inches x 5.5 inches.
This is a sturdy stone, suitable to be kept outdoors, in a garden or placed inside.
The memorial “I crossed over the rainbow bridge knowing I was loved” is a devoted reminder of a pet owners honorable love for their faithful friends, and that our pets instinctively know they are loved.
Beaded Garden Memorial Stone
This beautiful heart shaped stone has a large paw print filled with tiny beads in various bronze colors and small golden butterflies.
Inscribed with “no longer by my side but forever in my heart” this large garden memorial stone is 10 inches in diameter and weighs 3.2 pounds, making it quite a sturdy piece.
It is crafted from resin, so unfortunately, not suitable to engrave or customize in any way, but can be placed in a garden or hung on a wall, either indoors or outside.
This is an elegantly designed memorial, perfect for commemorating the life of a beloved pet.
Pawprints on Our Heart Dog Stone
This dog memorial stone would make a wonderful gift for a family who has lost a pet. It focuses more on “we” and “our” rather than an individual person.
Measuring 10 inches x 10 inches and weighing 3.2 pounds, this stone can be hung on a wall or placed outside in the garden.
The heartfelt message honors the beloved pet and the impact pets have on couples or families.
Dog Memorial Stepping Stone
A lovely sculpted dog memorial stepping stone, to place in your garden, as a grave marker or hang it on a wall.
Crafted from cement to withstand the elements and laser engraved with the affectionate dedication “you have left my life, but you will never leave my heart”.
The gold halo is a charming touch above the small paw print inside a heart shape.
I’d recommend this stepping stone for smaller dogs or cats, given the size of the paw print.
Dog Headstone Memorial
This slate look stone is a wonderful tribute to a beloved pet, either indoors, hung on a wall or outside in the garden.
It is shaped slightly like a tombstone, and could be used as a dog headstone if required.
Measuring 10 inches x 10 inches and elegantly inscribed with “in Memory of my Best Friend, so Loving, Loyal & Kind” this memorial rock for dogs would make a wonderful gift for a pet owner who has lost their beloved dog.
Dog Memorial Stone Buying Advice
There are many stages of grief after losing a pet. Some people may not be ready for a memorial gift straight after losing a pet, and others may see this as a heartfelt condolence.
There is no right or wrong, or any pre-determined time frame for grief. Losing a pet is hard, and giving a animal memorial stone as a gift is one way to let a friend or relative know you care.
Before buying a dog memorial stone, decide on where you or the receiver would most likely keep it. Some memorial plaques can be hung on a wall, placed on a shelf indoors, or are suited to use outside and in the garden.
Keep in mind that most memorial stones are crafted from man made materials, not natural pieces of rock. Whilst most are weather resistant, extreme weather such as hail and snow may damage a memorial stone.
If you live in an environment with harsh heat or extreme cold, please consider keeping the memorial garden stone inside rather than out, to ensure the longevity of the tribute.
