After my pet dies, what are my options for burial and/or cremation?

There are a number of ways to dispose of your pet’s body when it dies. If you have the necessary real estate and the law allows it, you may choose to bury it under a tree, or on a high hill with a sweeping vista.

You could also opt for cremation instead, and ask the veterinarian to dispose of the ashes. Or you may decide to spread them yourself in a wooded area or in a special area in your garden. Ashes can also be saved in a memory box or vase.

Another possibility, although it’s quite expensive, is to have your pet buried in a pet cemetery, with a special headstone. Talk to your veterinarian about your options. Whatever your circumstances, there’s a way to dispose of your pet’s body that will fit your individual needs.

– Dr. Andrea Looney, DVM for the “Purina® Animal Instincts” Podcast Series

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