Success Story:
A Small-Scale Pet Aquamation Business in Thailand That’s Truly Inspiring
Real Case Study, Market Education, and Opportunity for New Operators in Southeast Asia
As environmental awareness grows and the need for more ethical pet aftercare solutions rises, one young woman in Chiang Mai, Thailand, proved that a Pet Aquamation business can start small — and still make a big impact in the community.
As a manufacturer and seller of Aquamation machines, we believe that real success stories like this are essential for inspiring future operators, while also serving as powerful educational and branding content.
In early 2023, “Ploy,” a 32-year-old former pet groomer, started a small pet aftercare service from her family’s backyard. She invested in a mini-capacity Aquamation machine with full technical training support from our team.
Initial Challenges:
- No one knew what Aquamation was
- Many people assumed flame cremation was more “convenient”
- Limited budget for ads and professional facilities
Ploy’s Solutions:
- Created short educational videos via TikTok and Instagram
- Partnered with 3 vet clinics around Chiang Mai
Offered home pickup + farewell certificate with each service
The Story: "Ploy" and Her Eco-Farewell Center in Chiang Mai
In early 2023, “Ploy,” a 32-year-old former pet groomer, started a small pet aftercare service from her family’s backyard. She invested in a mini-capacity Aquamation machine with full technical training support from our team.
Initial Challenges:
- No one knew what Aquamation was
- Many people assumed flame cremation was more “convenient”
- Limited budget for ads and professional facilities
Ploy’s Solutions:
- Created short educational videos via TikTok and Instagram
- Partnered with 3 vet clinics around Chiang Mai
Offered home pickup + farewell certificate with each service
Her Results After 6 Months of Operation
Metric
Result
Service volume
1–3 pets per day on average
Referral rate
60% of clients came via vet partnerships or returning families
Break-even achieved
n month 7
Local media coverage
Featured in 2 Chiang Mai online platforms as a “green startup”
Customer satisfaction
98% said the process felt “gentle and more humane”
Branding & Educational Templates You Can Replicate
If you’re considering following in Ploy’s footsteps, here are some tools and strategies that worked well for her:
- Reels/TikTok Content: “A Day in the Life of an Aquamation Service”
- Testimonial Videos: Real pet parents share their experiences
- Personalized Farewell Kits: Certificate + framed photo + memorial plant
- Vet/Groomer Partnerships: Referral program with small commission
Community Outreach: Educating the public at festivals and pet fairs
Small Can Be Powerful — If You Have a Vision
Ploy’s journey shows that Aquamation business success doesn’t require a huge investment. It begins with consistent education, empathy toward pet families, and the will to build trust one service at a time.
If you’re ready to begin, we can support you with:
- ROI simulations
- Technical training
- Ready-to-use branding kits
- Market education content in local languages