It is terrible to lose a pet, and selecting what to do with their remains can be challenging. Others prefer to bury their pets at home, while some pet owners may choose to cremate them or bury them in a pet cemetery. Here is a how-to for burying your pet at home.
You must first review the local laws and ordinances that apply in your area. It’s important to make sure you’re not breaking any laws because some localities or states have limits on burying pets at home. Additionally, you’ll need to locate a good area for the grave. It is advised to pick a location where you won’t have to dig through any utility lines or pipelines and that is far from any water sources.
You’ll then need to excavate the grave’s hole. Your pet’s size will determine the size of the hole. Dig a hole that is at least three feet deep and three feet broad as a general rule of thumb. By doing this, the grave will be made deep enough to keep scavengers from excavating up the remains. After the hole has been dug, cover the bottom with a layer of gravel or small rocks. This will enable appropriate drainage and stop the burial from getting wet.
It’s time to bury your pet once you’ve excavated the grave and filled it with rocks. They can be encased in a coffin or container, wrapped in a blanket or towel. Make sure the container won’t hurt the environment and is biodegradable. Additionally, you are allowed to bury any memories or personal belongings, including a cherished toy or a photograph. The grave should next be covered with earth and marked with a headstone or other marker. As a permanent memorial for your pet, you can also plant flowers or a tree on the grave.
As you won’t have to pay for cremation or burial costs, burying a pet at home has a relatively modest cost. The price can be high, though, if you decide to bury a huge animal like a horse. A horse’s burial at a pet cemetery typically costs between $500 and $2,500.
There are actual pet cemetery that provide a range of services to pet owners. There are mausoleums, memorial walls, and beautiful gardens in some pet cemeteries. Additionally, they provide cremation services, and pet owners can decide whether or not they want their animals interred in private or public sites.
Last but not least, burial your pet at home can be a dignified and compassionate way to say goodbye. Verify any applicable local laws, pick an appropriate place, and adhere to the correct burial customs. Remember that giving yourself and your family closure while paying tribute to your pet’s memories is what matters most.