What is Pet Cremation?

Pet cremation is the most commonly used technique following the passing of a much-loved family pet. It can allow the owners to receive the ashes if they wish to keep in memory of their furry friend. Although it is difficult, it is important to learn about the process of the cremation of pets as this can help you prepare it. Your vet will usually take care of the cremation and will help guide you through this often-painful ordeal.   Types of cremation for a pet There are two types of cremation for a pet: Collective cremation: when the pet is cremated with other animals. The ashes are not returned to the owner but taken to agricultural land. This is the least expensive cremation technique. Individual cremation: the pet is cremated alone. The ashes are returned to the owner in an urn. How to have your pet cremated? In the case of a collective cremation, you would leave your pet in the care of the vet. They will make all arrangements and collection by an animal crematorium. For an individual cremation, you can also ask that your vets make the arrangements for you or you can arrange directly with the crematorium. [...]