Make your inquiries before the dreaded day to find a suitable facility.
I wouldn't let the vet be the middle man - no way! If you think they treat your pet with dignity once you are out of sight you will be disappointed.
The bodies go into a skip until they are collected. I've seen it.
I can't vouch for the identity of the remains which are returned all nicely packaged.
If you can and of course have the strength (emotionally) you can deliver to a pet crematorium and have the deed done whilst you are there.
Having said all that when we had our Retriever put to sleep on the kitchen floor the Vet (and Nurse - it seems they have to do home visits double crewed for euthanasia) asked if we wished them to organise the cremation. I said I would sort it out the next day but was seriously overruled
by the kids who had been present and where understandably upset. So the dog was carried in a blanket and placed in the rear of the vets car all very dignified. I knew its fate, and carry some guilt, but to this day have never told them.
We do have a really good pets crematorium not far away and that was my plan.
Of course it all comes with not a little cost.
Last edited by: Fullchat on Sun 8 Sep 19 at 20:53
|
