Body Care Options

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There are a few options available for the aftercare of your pet’s body:

Home Burial

There are some important considerations when it comes to burying an animal that has been euthanized as their body will contain pentobarbital which poses risks to both the environment and wildlife. 

This drug remains largely unchanged in the tissues of the deceased animal. If scavenger animals (including endangered specials) consume the remains, they could inadvertently ingest pentobarbital which could result in death.  This drug is also a concern for water tables and runoff into streams, creeks, etc. 

To protect human, animal, and environmental health please follow these guidelines:

  • Permission to bury: Ensure you own the property of have explicit permission to use it for burial of a euthanized pet. 
    **This should include checking with HOAs and local government to confirm that the burial is legal and authorized**

  • Depth: The pet MUST be buried 3-5 feet deep and ideally covered 2-3 feet of compacted soil and ideally topped with large rocks to deter wildlife

  • Avoid buried utility lines and tree roots

  • Avoid water tables, flood plains, or proximity to water (lakes, ponds, streams, etc.) 

Additional sources: 

https://www.fws.gov/story/help-prevent-euthanasia-drugs-killing-bald-eagles-and-other-wildlife

https://caetainternational.com/a-pets-home-burial-informing-pet-owners

Cremation

​Traditional flame-based cremation is also available as a private or communal service.

Communal cremation means the ashes will not be returned to families.

Private cremation means your pet’s ashes will be returned to you.

We work with Lasting Paws for flame cremation.

What happens to communal cremains? View Flyer

*View urn options from Lasting Paws and Guardian Pet Aquamation here.
Please note: You may have 2 lines of engraving on the urn if desired

Aquamation

Aquamation (water-based cremation) is an emerging form of body care that is gentler to the environment. Also known as alkaline hydrolysis, water reduction, bio-cremation, green cremation, and flame-less cremation, Aquamation offers a more sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation/

Private and communal services are available using aquamation:

  • A communal aquamation means the ashes will not be returned to families
  • Private aquamation means your pet’s ashes will be returned to you
  • Private chambers reside within the machine providing a complete barrier among individual pets
  • Two container options will be available for the return of your pet’s ashes

*View urn options from Lasting Paws and Guardian Pet Aquamation here.
Please note: You may have 2 lines of engraving on the urn if desired

Because the veterinarian will be at your home without a technician, they will require assistance in moving any pet over 30 pounds. Special arrangements can be made for large or giant breed dogs if assistance is unavailable.

Please let us know if we can assist you in making the best decision regarding body care for you and your pet.

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Providing mobile pet euthanasia in Northern Colorado, including Fort Collins, Windsor, Wellington, Greeley, Bellvue, Livermore, Loveland, Longmont, Milliken, Johnstown, Mead, Berthoud, Windsor, Timnath, Severance, Laporte, Masonville, Kersey, Nunn, Platteville, Red Feather Lakes, Drake, Estes Park and surrounding areas.

Service Area

CO: Fort Collins, Windsor, Wellington, Greeley, Bellvue, Livermore, Loveland, Longmont, Milliken, Johnstown, Mead, Berthoud, Windsor, Timnath, Severance, Laporte, Masonville, Kersey, Nunn, Platteville, Red Feather Lakes, Drake, Estes Park and surrounding areas.

Hours

Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sun: By appointment only

Appointments outside of normal business hours are available on a limited basis.

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It is an honor for us to join you in your home and to be part of this special moment for you and your pet.