Equine Aftercare Options
As you may be aware, there have been recent changes to regulations surrounding the removal of a horse’s body after euthanasia. We understand that having to say goodbye to an Equine companion is always difficult. Making a decision regarding aftercare can be difficult too, so we recommend planning ahead. Since May 1, 2018 the available options have shifted multiple times. We will work to keep you informed as the options for aftercare change.
Prior to regulation changes, veterinarians heavily sedated horses then used a controlled drug called pentobarbital for the euthanasia. Trace amounts of pentobarbital was found in pet food, because products produced by rendering companies are oftentimes used in animal feeds. This sparked pet food recalls along with regulation changes for rendering companies. Bailey’s Stock Removal, and all other Wisconsin based renderers will no longer provide aftercare if a horse is chemically euthanized.
Aftercare options currently include:
Burial
Sedation then pentobarbital may still be used when horses are buried. County regulations should be followed when choosing this option.
Everson Excavating
Oregon, WI
608-212-6882 or 608-445-6479
About $300
Cremation
Sedation then pentobarbital may still be used when horses are cremated. The price of cremation will depend on your location in relation to the company providing the service.
Midwest Cremation Service
Poynette, WI
608-635-7270
Private Cremation (ashes returned in wooden urn) $1700-$2000 (prices subject to change)
Group Cremation (ashes not returned) $1200-$1500 (prices subject to change)
Graver Livestock
Yorkville, IL
630-908-0096 or 630-715-0096
Group Cremation (ashes not returned) $400-$500 (prices subject to change)
Brier Hill Livestock Removal
Cherry Valley, IL
312-446-3842 or 847-652-4839
Group Cremation (ashes not returned) $400-$500 (prices subject to change)
Composting
Jeff Saurer
Eau Claire, WI
715-773-1976
$300-$400 (prices subject to change)
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