"My cat died" and "my dog died" are phrases that no one would like to say in life. Unfortunately, animals are not eternal. The average of how long a cat lives is 16 years. After this period, it is common for kittens to be in poor health and more prone to illness. Often, the kitten may even pass away before this average. Whatever the reason that led to the death of the cat, it is not a problem.Cat died: what now? What to do with the animal's body? To help you through this difficult time, Patas da Casa explains what can be done with your kitten after its death and gives you some tips on how to go through the grieving process.

Pet crematorium is a good option after the death of a kitten

A cat is not only a pet, but a member of the family, so a common question after the death of a pet is: "my cat died: what to do with the body?" The pet crematorium is the most popular and sought after option. Although it does not exist in all cities, the pet crematorium is a place specialized in carrying out the careful cremation of pets that have died.Depending on the pet crematorium, the ashes can even be returned to the owner after cremation. Some of them also offer wake services with ceremonies. If you're going through a case of "my cat died" or "my cat died", it's worth researching if there's a pet crematorium in your area.

The pet cemetery is another available alternative

An alternative to the pet crematorium is the pet cemetery. Burying an animal requires a lot of care because, if done the wrong way, the decomposing animal can become a danger to public health. The pet cemetery is a place that has authorization from the city hall to perform this service and correctly follows all health standards. As with the pet crematorium, the pet cemeteryalso usually offers a kind of wake.

There is a very frequent question among parents of pets who have passed away. My cat died: can I bury it in the backyard? This practice is not recommended at all due to the high risk of contaminating soil and water sources. Even if hiring the services of a pet cemetery costs money, it is a much safer alternative.

My cat died: how much does it cost to cremate or bury the animal?

Both the pet crematorium and the pet cemetery are paid, but cremating is usually a little more affordable. Typically, pet crematorium services cost from R$400 to R$600. If the wake is contracted, the price increases. The values also vary depending on the destination of the ashes (whether it returns to the guardian or not) and whether the burial is individual or collective. It is worth mentioning that throwing the ashes of andead animals in inappropriate places (such as rivers and soil) is an environmental crime and can lead to very high fines.

The pet cemetery, on the other hand, is a more expensive option. Typically, services are around R $ 600 and R $ 700, and prices get higher when you hire the wake. You may be thinking now: "The moment of mourning for my cat is already stressful and worrying about expenses only makes the process more complicated." Therefore, one tip is to hire a pet funeral plan when theThe plan works in the same way as a health plan for cats: you pay a monthly fee (usually costs less than R $ 50) that covers some services. In the case of the funeral plan, the services are burial and cremation. The idea does not appeal to all guardians, but it is a good idea especially for those who have a kitten with a shorter life expectancy because of some reason.disease.

Here are some tips on how to get through grief when a cat you love dies

It's always hard to go through grief. A cat has died and that's just as sad as losing any family member. We're used to seeing him by our side every day, making the distance hard to accept. So when a cat we love dies the first step is to accept that sadness is part of it, however many people say that the loss of a pet is not something so serious. The grieving phase for the catFor some people, it's important to have a farewell, so if that's the case for you, don't be afraid to prepare a celebration or a wake, no matter how simple it may be. Another thing that can help when a beloved cat dies is to talk about it with someone, whether it's a family member, a close friend or a psychologist. Don't be afraid to ask for help at this time, and don't be afraid to ask for help either.blaming, because you did everything you could and gave all your love while your kitty was alive.

If you have children at home, the best option is to tell the truth and explain that the kitten died. Making up that it ran away or not saying anything is worse for both you and the children. If you have more than one kitten, be sure to give them attention, because when one cat dies the other misses it and is sad too. Finally, try to move on and get back to your routine little by little, respecting itMany guardians feel like adopting a cat again after the loss of a kitty, and that can be great! Just make sure you've gone through the grieving process for the kitty that died before adopting another, to ensure your life with the new animal is filled with happiness.

Issue: Mariana Fernandes