Pets are more than companion animals for many, they become loved ones and an essential part of life; always loyal and loving. That is why, when they die, families seek to give them a goodbye worthy of what they symbolized in life.
But the fees of a private veterinary clinic can be out of the tight budget of pet owners. The service in the Big Apple can cost from $150 to more than $300, depending on the pounds of the animal in question. But the cost may even be higher.
These families should be aware that they can take a pet’s remains to an Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) drop-off location for cremation. There is a $50 fee for each animal to be cremated.
It is necessary to call the ACC to make an appointment, as well as obtain additional information, including accepted payment methods. The city’s 311 system can connect you to a center in your area.
There are Animal Care Center offices and drop off locations throughout New York City. Most require an appointment and are closed on the following holidays:
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas day
- New Year’s Day
Here you can find an Animal Care Center.
Please note that the city may cremate the remains of pets, but the ashes are not returned to the animal’s owner.
BURIAL INSTEAD OF CREMATION
You can bury deceased pets if you own private property, although you can also ask the landlord for permission if you rent the property.
COLLECTION WITH SANITATION
The City of New York allows the owner to take the remains of dead animals out with their regular trash for the Department of Sanitation (DSNY) to pick up.
But if you decide to take your pet’s remains out for collection, you must place it in a strong black plastic bag or double plastic bag, and you must affix a note to the bag indicating its contents (for example, “dead dog or “dead cat”). Be sure to place the bag curbside on collection day.
To dispose of a dead bird safely, you will need to use plastic bags or disposable rubber gloves to place it in the double plastic bag. Be sure to wash your hands with soap and warm water afterward.
ANGRY ANIMALS
Don’t throw away dead animals that may have been rabid. Learn here how to identify rabid animals and report them to the NYC Animal Care Centers (ACC).
The city accepts reports of dead animals, and city workers can collect a carcass from a public area or street (or from private property, if the animal may have been rabid, killed by a family pet, or scratched or bit a family pet). person or pet). Call 311 for more details.
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