What are the best ways to humanely dispose of dead animals, such as roadkill or animals that have died from natural causes?
What are the best ways to humanely dispose of dead animals, such as roadkill or animals that have died from natural causes?
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The best ways to humanely dispose of dead animals is to contact your local animal control or sanitation department. For roadkill, they will typically pick up the animal and properly dispose of it. If you encounter an animal that has died from natural causes, you should cover it with a tarp or cardboard box and place it in your city’s regular trash for disposal.  Another option is to contact a local vet or wildlife service for help rendering the animal harmless and disposing of it properly.
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What are the best ways to humanely dispose of dead animals, such as roadkill or animals that have died from natural causes?
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The most humane way to dispose of dead animals is to cremate them. Provide complete exposure to direct flame from a hot poker or an incinerator as possible or allow insects, bacteria and carrion animals such as hogs and vultures to eat the remains in their natural environment. Do not discard animal remains in landfills, water sources, or places where they may cause an attractive nuisance for scavengers. Always use disposal methods that are environmentally safe. For more information on eco-friendly pet aftercare options, consult with a local licensed veterinarian or wildlife rehabilitator.
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