![]() You can call your local animal control office, the humane society or a pest removal service. This is especially important if the dead animal is in a hard to reach place like your attics, walls or under the house. The best way to take care of a dead animal is to call a professional to deal with the removal of the carcass and decontamination of the site where the body was found. It is not a vet’s job to get rid of dead animals. You also cannot bury the body anywhere where it would affect your neighbors.ĭo not take the animal to the vet’s office unless it is your own pet and you want to have it cremated. However, you cannot bury the animal if you live in a flood plains area as the body will come to the surface if there is a good rainstorm. You can bury the animal, but it has to be buried at least two feet underground. Even then, carcasses are only burned if they have an infectious disease because the ashes can get into the water supply and contaminate it. Never burn the body unless you have permission from the department of agriculture in your state. A safe distance is at least 100 to 200 feet away Never put a carcass near a body of water as it can contaminate the town’s drinking water. You should check the laws in your state by looking it up on the fish and game’s site or you can find information on a removal service’s website. There are very strict laws about the removal of carcasses. Needless to say, if you should find a dead animal, please follow these suggestions to get it removed immediately. If the animal had a disease, it can be passed to you either through skin or through respiratory means, or the dead animal can attract parasites, insects, fleas, etc. While a body of a dead animal does not pose a direct threat to your health, it can be a serious threat when you or your pets come into contact with the body. The body of an animal will start to decay immediately and depending on the temperature, humidity, location and the size of the animal the smell how take a few days to a week or more before you notice it. ![]() When animals die on your yard or in your attic they can leave an unbearable stench. ![]()
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12/28/2023 04:19:34 am
Exceptional article! Insightful coverage on animal control services, highlighting effective methods for humane and reliable solutions. Appreciate the informative content and practical advice shared.
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