If the death was unexpected and you are grieving, take a moment to make these plans, they are important for helping you through your grief. You may choose to leave the body at the clinic for them to dispose of. If you have sufficient property or have a friend with property you may wish to bury your pet yourself. You may choose a pet cemetery for the body. You may consider cremation and keep the ashes, have the ashes scattered or, have the ashes placed in a pet cemetery.
Many teaching hospitals accept bodies for teaching purposes.
Owners often feel good that their pet has been able to teach others and improve medical knowledge. There may be other options, discuss these with your veterinarian or Pet Loss Support counselors. Monetary gifts in your pets name can be made to various organizations. These gifts will help improve care and knowledge for future generations of pets. Consider the age of your child Be honest with the child Make sure you understand their questions Let the child plan a funeral service You are the best judge about how much information your child can handle.