Rural Guardian Charitable Trust
Rangiriri, Waikato
Rural Guardian Charitable Trust is a horse and large-animal cremation provider based in Rangiriri, Waikato, New Zealand. Details were checked against public first-party sources; contact the provider directly to confirm services, availability and pricing.
At a glance
- Ashes
- Ashes returned
- Memorial products
- Collection
- Drop-off available
- Pets served
- Horses
- Pricing
- Pricing published
Pricing
Standard horse cremation is NZ$950 + GST at the Rangiriri facility; collection, veterinary attendance and a diesel surcharge may be charged separately. Prices may have changed — confirm with the provider.
Service details
Areas served
New Zealand equine (transport arranged; facility at Rangiriri)
Services and extras
- Horse & large-animal cremation
- Ashes returned
- Urns & keepsakes
How it usually works
A general guide. Confirm the specifics with the provider.
- 1
Contact the provider to discuss your needs and confirm availability.
- 2
Confirm the cremation type and the pricing that applies.
- 3
Arrange drop-off as listed.
- 4
Confirm whether ashes are returned, how long that usually takes and the tracking process.
- 5
Choose urns or memorial products if offered.
Questions to ask before booking
- Will my pet be cremated individually?
- How is my pet identified and tracked?
- Can ashes be returned?
- How long does ashes return usually take?
- Is home or vet collection available?
- Are collection, urns or keepsakes included in the price?
- What happens after hours?
Frequently asked questions
How much does Rural Guardian Charitable Trust charge?
Standard horse cremation is NZ$950 + GST at the Rangiriri facility; collection, veterinary attendance and a diesel surcharge may be charged separately. Prices may have changed — confirm with the provider. Confirm current costs with the provider.
Can I get my pet's ashes back from Rural Guardian Charitable Trust?
Yes. Ashes can be returned.
Can I drop my pet off at Rural Guardian Charitable Trust?
Yes. Drop-off is listed as an option.
Does Rural Guardian Charitable Trust offer urns or memorial products?
Yes. Memorial products are listed in the available details.
What pets does Rural Guardian Charitable Trust list?
Listed pets include horses.
About this listing
This listing was cross-checked from public sources and is not provided by the business. Confirm current details directly with the provider.
Last checked 3 August 2026
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Published prices
Rural Guardian Charitable Trust's published prices
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Horse cremation
Plus GST- Standard horse cremation$950 + GST at Rangiriri; collection & vet attendance additional; diesel surcharge may apply$950 + GST
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