UPDATED *its done!*Our buyer wants to bury their dead dog in our garden

beecher2

henpecked1 wrote: »

oh well I will post back later/tmw when all is done. I really am not sure what our dog is going to make of all this!

At the very least he's going to have an aversion to Tesco Bags for Life. I'm afraid that's made me laugh out loud many more times than it shou'dve already.

WhiteHorse

warehouse wrote:

Worst case scenario = no pond, a dead dog in the garden and the sale falls through, owners turn up demanding dead dog back as prospective new buyers are looking around.

Worst case scenario: They bury dog then pull out of sale. Leave dog. You sell house to someone else. Years down the line large unknown bones are discovered in the garden.

"Excuse me Sir, I'd just like to ask you a few questions ..."

mrbrightside842

I suppose at least whoever is buying their house isn't having their new garden dug up and they won't be left with the body of a big dog under there!

Get some before and after photos of your pond, and some of them doing the work in case you need the proof!

EmehEm2005

henpecked1 wrote: »

Hope you can help. Our buyer turned up this am to say their dog had died and they wanted to bury him in our garden as they couldnt bear the thought of leaving her behind that their house when they move. They had the dog in the boot with a pitchfork.

I couldnt giv them an immediate answer as I was abit flummoxed in my Pajamas presented witha dead great dane.

Should i take this as a sign of commitment and let the bury the dog. I said I would let them know either way. I wouldnt want to jeapodise the sale...:A

From the Bath & North East Somerset website:
http://www.bathnes.gov.uk/BathNES/environmentandplanning/animalwelfare/Dogs/Copingwithdeathofdog.htm
(I googled "dead animals in garden")

Your dog's remains can be buried in your own garden or in a pet cemetery.

• If you choose to bury your pet's body in your garden, then you should check with your local authority that they have no objections, since deceased pets are classed as clinical waste. The body will have to be buried at least 1.25 m deep and should be well away from ponds, streams, wells, underground pipes and cables. Remember not to bury your pet in a plastic sheet or bag, as this will prevent the natural decaying process. Instead, bury your pet in a towel or his favourite blanket. Home burial is one of the cheapest and most personal ways of disposing of your dog's body, as you have to perform the task yourself. Seeing your dog's grave every day can help you to accept your pet's death more quickly, but may be quite upsetting at first. However, with time, it can be a real comfort to feel that he is close by.

• If you would like to have your pet buried at home, but are unable to do so, then an alternative is a pet cemetery. Although the most expensive option, they can offer a complete service, from collecting your pet's body to preparing the grave and performing the burial. They may also sell coffins, memorial stones and some can arrange a simple funeral or memorial service at the time of burial. This is a much more formal way of disposing of your dog's remains than burying in your garden, with the benefit of still being able to visit the grave, even if you move house. The costs of using a pet cemetery vary (£180 - £350) and there may be an annual maintenance charge to pay.

(This is me.)In other words contact your Environmental Health Department at the local council.

NEH

Thanks for the laugh, given the two different accounts that posted i am sure this is a joke but still it lightened up the whole selling process so thanks for the comedy :beer:

henpecked1

thanks Mrbrightside. I have taken pictures of the garden just in case they damage it later and I need the proof. I have found some old hosepipe and have just sucked it. I wont ever do that again.

lucylucky

henpecked1 wrote: »

thanks Mrbrightside. I have taken pictures of the garden just in case they damage it later and I need the proof. I have found some old hosepipe and have just sucked it. I wont ever do that again.

Did you spit or swallow?

henpecked1

EmehEm2005 wrote: »

From the Bath & North East Somerset website:
http://www.bathnes.gov.uk/BathNES/environmentandplanning/animalwelfare/Dogs/Copingwithdeathofdog.htm
(I googled "dead animals in garden")

Your dog's remains can be buried in your own garden or in a pet cemetery.

• If you choose to bury your pet's body in your garden, then you should check with your local authority that they have no objections, since deceased pets are classed as clinical waste. The body will have to be buried at least 1.25 m deep and should be well away from ponds, streams, wells, underground pipes and cables. Remember not to bury your pet in a plastic sheet or bag, as this will prevent the natural decaying process. Instead, bury your pet in a towel or his favourite blanket. Home burial is one of the cheapest and most personal ways of disposing of your dog's body, as you have to perform the task yourself. Seeing your dog's grave every day can help you to accept your pet's death more quickly, but may be quite upsetting at first. However, with time, it can be a real comfort to feel that he is close by.

• If you would like to have your pet buried at home, but are unable to do so, then an alternative is a pet cemetery. Although the most expensive option, they can offer a complete service, from collecting your pet's body to preparing the grave and performing the burial. They may also sell coffins, memorial stones and some can arrange a simple funeral or memorial service at the time of burial. This is a much more formal way of disposing of your dog's remains than burying in your garden, with the benefit of still being able to visit the grave, even if you move house. The costs of using a pet cemetery vary (£180 - £350) and there may be an annual maintenance charge to pay.

(This is me.)In other words contact your Environmental Health Department at the local council.

i didnt realise you need permission... i suppose they (the council)wont find out and I am sure everone buries their animal in the garden.

henpecked1

lucylucky wrote: »

Did you spit or swallow?

i heaved.:eek:

delain

henpecked1 wrote: »

i heaved.:eek:

I did warn you!