Here’s the part nobody likes to talk about: the physical remains. If your dog dies at home (like Barnaby did), the clock starts ticking. You have a few options. Burial is romantic but check your local laws—some towns ban backyard pet burials. If you do it, dig deep (at least three feet) to keep scavengers away. Mark the spot with a rock or plant a flower. Yes, you will talk to that rock.
If you can’t bury, call your vet. Most will handle cremation for a fee. You can choose private cremation (you get the ashes back) or communal (they scatter the ashes for you). Neither choice is "cold" or "heartless." It’s logistics. Give yourself a deadline—say, 12 hours—to decide, then just call and get it done. That numb feeling you have right now? It’s your superpower for dealing with phone calls.
What To Do When My Dog Dies | Step-by-Step Guide (UK) – My Pet Farewell
