What do you do with a deceased pet?
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July 17th, 2007
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Growing up, my family buried pets on family land. Now I live in the city in an apartment. I have an 18 year old cat and he's really beginning tp show his age. When the inevitable comes, what can I do to respectfully handle the remains?
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Talk to your veterinarian, as she might have suggestions. Depending on the city, there are pet cemetaries as well.
Cremation is a popular (though rather expensive) option. Then you can decide whether to have the crematorium dispose of the remains, or dispose of them yourself by burying/scattering/putting in an urn/etc.
Burry in large plant pot. Then when your friends ask why you talk to plants you can insist you do not talk to plants, rather decease pets.
We scattered my daughter's beloved dog's ashes in three separate spots; all favorites of his. Lake on Cape Cod, back yard in Providence home and somewhere in Huron Bay
I was thinking of getting my kitty stuffed when that time comes. I know it sounds odd, but it would be so cool having my guard cat at the ready, even though she never would during life.
ask your Vet to refer you to local resources - you can probably just call and speak to the receptionist and then to whoever actually deals with it for the office
dog pound will cremate it for you
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Invite your children to mourn and bury the animal in your backyard by a plant that you love, preferably a tree or rose bush. Talk about it with friends and family. Share your thoughts on death and the meaning of life. Then, let go. You’ll have plenty of time to remember when you visit your garden.
If you’re in the city, rent a car and go to your favorite place in the country with a hand shovel.
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