Sunday, August 19, 2012

What to do if your dog dies

By Jerry Welsh


The passing away of a dog that has been the loyal companion would distress the whole family. Dogs are considered as well loved members of the family thus the passing away of an affectionate and loyal pet would be trying times especially for the children. Children are most affected as they are known to form a legendary attachment with family dogs. Nonetheless, the passing away of the pet has to be faced . Something good would come out from this circumstance as it will be a chance to make the child aware of the realities of life

Decomposition of the body starts approximately six hours after death. Therefore, arrangements for the disposal of the body must be done before the smell fills the house. Preparation of the body must be done before rigor mortis sets in. Positioning the limbs to prevent breakage would be easier if it has not yet stiffened. Body fluids can leak when the muscles slacken after the dog expired. It would be necessary to remove any excrement from the mouth, from the genital and anal areas of the dog. Tuck the legs in so that the dog will appear all curled up. The body is commonly wrapped in a blanket and placed in a garbage bag.

There are several ways by which you can dispose the body. One option is to have a garden burial for the dog. There can be a simple funeral service where the young master of the dog can have the opportunity to say a final goodbye for the pet. A simple headstone with a poignant message will remind the child that a dear and loyal friend lies there . If garden burial is not available you can have the remains cremated or buried in a pet cemetery.

You can have the body of the dog stored in a pet cemetery or a veterinary facility while arrangement for the pet's burial are being made . Pet cemeteries have available lots where the dog can be buried. These resting places for pets are not unlike the beautiful and well managed human cemeteries.

Cremation of the pet is another option a pet parent can take. Pet crematoriums will pick up the body and deliver the ashes. The ashes are usually delivered in an urn. The thought that the pet will stay with the family is comforting to owners that have formed a strong bond with the pet.




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