I have not had to do this before. What typically is to be done with the remains? Does it go to the Vet, animal shelter, pet cemetary, backyard, etc. What is normal protocol? We live in a 250,000 pop city.
2007-04-12 07:37:51 · 30 answers · asked by Kerry 7 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Thank you all for your kindness and thoughtful answers. It is very much apprecaited with our wamest sincerity.
Since we used to take "Tanner" to a nearby lake to roam around and run his littl heart out for some excercise, we decided to take him there one final time and leave him with the birds he chased, the cool breezes and the fresh air. We placed him under a small tree and marked the spot to come back now and then.
My daughter prays that God lets dogs go to heaven as she hopes to be able to see him again one day.
2007-04-12 10:10:52 · update #1
You can do it a few ways, depending on your preference. Any of your mentioned choices are OK. Be careful with burying in the backyard, it might be against the law in your state. Call you shelter and ask them.
I am so sorry for your loss. One of our Yahoo answerers found this site a while back and I have kept the link -- it is just beautiful.
http://www.indigo.org/rainbowbridge_ver2.html
2007-04-12 07:42:23 · answer #1 · answered by GP 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sorry for your loss. Rest assured that we will all be here for you. You have many options for the remains depending on what exactly you wish to do and your budgetary constraints.
1) If budget is not a limitation, you may approach professional crematoriums catered towards pet cremation and after cremation you will be able to keep your pets ashes.
2) If you have a huge backyard, you should first clear it with your town council to see whether you need licencing to bury your pet's body in the backyard. I personally would do this if I wasn't staying in an apartment. I would be able to still talk with my babies everyday and I know that they will still be with me in spirit.
3) If you do not have the budget for cremation or a burial plot, there are some organizations that will be able to assist you in this. However, you will not be able to keep the ashes as they usually do a mass cremation. I'm not to sure about burial as I have never heard of them doing burials before.
When all else fails, approach your local SPCA chapter or other dog rescue organizations for more information.
I really hope this helps you as can imagine how sad you must be. Once again, I am truly sorry for your loss.
2007-04-12 07:58:25 · answer #2 · answered by Ivan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm so sorry for your loss, it's devastating when we lose a loyal and much loved pet, my heart goes out to you.
I have attached a website that lists pet cemetary's and crematoriums by state. You could have him cremated and have his remains returned to you. They do it by group or individual, individual will cost you more and it's usually based upon the weight. Your vet can hold your dog in a freezer until you decide what to do, or they will know of a place you can get your pet creamated if that's your choice. Depending on where you live, if you have a back yard, bury him in the back yard and plant a small tree as a memorial, it's what we did with our cat.
So sorry to you and your family.
2007-04-12 07:52:27 · answer #3 · answered by Weimaraner Mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Terribly sorry for you loss, my heart goes out to you. Really it's up to you on what you do with remains. You can bury your dog in the yard and get it a memorial stone, or you can take it to the Vet and they can either take care of it for you or they can cremate your pet and give you the remains if you like. I don't know anything about pet cemeteries so I really can't help you any there. I think you should do whatever you and your family feel would be best.
2007-04-12 07:48:57 · answer #4 · answered by crystal b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will have to research the ordinances where you live. Where I am the laws go by county. But, some people bury their pet's remains in their yard and place a marker. I also have known people who have their dogs cremated and then scatter the ashes or just keep them. You can also have your dog cremated without receiving the ashes back if you'd rather not have them. Your vet's office may know what the rules are in your area.
2007-04-12 08:20:08 · answer #5 · answered by th3dogmomma 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally if you live within city limits it is illegal to dispose of the remains yourself (bury it in the backyard, for example)
Your vet can cremate the remains and you can get the ashes back or not as you choose. My dad would bury the ashes then plant a tree over them. (We have Primo's tree, Brandi's tree, etc.) It is a nice memorial.
Also your local Humane Society may offer cremation service. It only takes a phone call to find out.
So sorry for your loss, thoughts and hearts go out to you at this time...
2007-04-12 07:55:34 · answer #6 · answered by Karen W 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am truly sorry for your loss.....
You can take the dog to the vet to have him cremated for a small fee, Bury the dog yourself but you will have to dig deep so he is not dug up by other animals (raccoons, cats , etc), a pet cemetery is quite costly and if you choose a head stone it is even more.....
I would suggest taking it to the Vet, getting a picture of the dog and get a little engraved plaque made to add to the picture and keep that as a moment of your pet....
Best wishes
2007-04-12 07:47:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I love my dog deaalry. I dont know about the laws or regulations in your city, but here people just bury the animal in their backyard, unless they chose to take it to a pet cemetary or have it cremated. I supopse it is just a personal choice you have to make.
Again, my heart goes out to you.
2007-04-12 07:42:06 · answer #8 · answered by I know, I know!!!! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We lost our 15 year old maltese/chihuahua and our Anatolian Shep. on the same day. Yesterday. We buried our small one under a rose tree we planted the same time and buried our anatolian under the cherry tree. You can bury or take to the animal shelter or vet to dispose of the remains or have cremated for you.
2007-04-12 07:50:06 · answer #9 · answered by Katwil 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all, my condolences. That's just a hard thing no matter if you were expecting it or not.
If you own your property, there shouldn't be any problem with you burying him/her in your backyard. Then he/she would be close if you ever wanted to go and just talk. A puppy I had a few years ago is buried at my parents' house and I go and talk to her (and my other animals that have died). It's comforting.
If you don't own your land, then you could contact a local vet in your area to ask them what most people do.
Again, my condolences. If you're like me, your pets are your babies.
2007-04-12 07:44:18 · answer #10 · answered by sweet_trixie_1977 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋