Regions

Euthanasia

WHEN IS IT TIME?

Euthanasia is an option for owners of horses to prevent or end suffering and pain. If your horse can no longer respond to you in the normal ways, is experiencing more pain than pleasure, is terminally ill or critically injured euthanasia is a compassionate humane option.

Get more information about euthanasia from our downloadable pamphlet

American Association of Equine Practitioners Euthanasia Guidelines

HORSE BURIAL

Burial is not by default prohibited by law, but the law states that you cannot cause pollution. Listed below are two businesses which owners may contact for removal information:

Canal Farms Stock Removal Abbotsford
604-835-4121

West Coast Reduction
105 North Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 4V7
1-855-867-3389

For more information you may also contact the contact the BC Ministry of Agriculture at:

1767 Angus Campbell Rd, Abbotsford, BC   V3G 2M3
phone: 604-556-3001 fax: 604-556-3030

Large Animal Disposal – On-Farm Burial Option South Coastal Region of BC