When the time comes to put down your pet

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I would shop around. Especially for the cremation/burial options. I'm afraid I don't get the whole grave to visit thing and certainly don't believe in any form of afterlife, so I may not be the best person to ask, but I prefer to remember people and pets as they were when they were happy and full of life. I understand you are familiar with your vet and Vesta will be less apprehensive going in, so you might feel going to them is a better option that's worth a little extra, but on the other hand if/when you get a new companion, do you want to take them to a place with memories of Vesta's last moments if there is an alternative? I hope for the quiet passing, and soon, it sounds like it's time and the worry won't help either of you