My hen died today, can I bury her?

[jomary2013]

I had a hen who just passed away she was my first pet and I loved her so much. I think she had Marek's disease she had all the symptoms. I was wondering if it would be okay to bury her in my backyard? I just can't imagine just throwing her in the trash or something.

 

[eggbert420]

Yes

 

[Eggcessive]

If you would like to confirm that she had Mareks, then you can refrigerate the body, and send or take it to the state vet or poultry lab for a necropsy. Here is a link that has info for each state in the US: http://www.metzerfarms.com/PoultryLabs.cfm
Burying her deeply where a dog couldn't dig up remains would be fine. I usually place large rocks or bricks over the hole until some time passes. Sorry for your loss.

 

[HenWhisperer2]

It's probably okay as long as you dig the hole deep enough (2-3 feet should be fine. The hole should be in a location that doesn't get as much foot traffic.

 

[Hybridchucks]

bury her, it is the BEST way of honouring her life.....RIP

 

[Ila88]

Sorry for your loss. I have a chicken graveyard myself.