Serving the Front Range of Colorado and Beyond
Not sure how to discard of your deceased animal or pet?
Give us a call, we can help.
As horse, livestock, and pet owners ourselves; we understand the sensitive relationships people develop with their livestock, especially horses. Our livestock truly become members of our family. When they pass on, quick and compassionate removal is paramount. We offer offsite mass burial (disposal) transport, private full body cremation, transport to Evergreen Pet Cemetery for private field burial, and transport to CSU for Necropsy services.
Mass Burial
We understand how difficult it is to lose an animal. Our team is available 7 days a week to respectfully pick up and transport your deceased animal based on the option that best fits your needs.
The most common option being mass animal burial at state-approved sites, located off your property. The state of Colorado has very strict regulations on the burial of a dead animal on private land, and navigating those guidelines can feel overwhelming during this already emotional time.
To ease that burden, we provide pickup and transport to approved Waste Management Facilities, where all current disposal and environmental fees are handled by our team to ensure proper, compliant mass burial.
CLICK HERE to read more on the guidelines for on-site private property burial, or call us, and we can help you make the best, most respectful decision for your deceased animal.
Private Whole Body Cremation
We offer in-house cremation services for both large (horses & cattle) and small (goats, sheep, alpacas &llamas) animals, providing a hassle-free experience during a difficult time. Our process is designed to be as seamless as possible, allowing you to focus on your cherished memories while we handle the logistics with compassion and expertise. Learn more here.
Private Cemetery Burial
If you would like your horse or animal laid to rest in the earth but do not have the space on your property, we are here to help. We can safely transport your horse or animal to Evergreen Pet Cemetery, where they offer private burial options. You may choose a dedicated space within their pet cemetery, complete with headstone options, or a peaceful resting place in their open fields alongside their buffalo herd.
We encourage you to visit their website or contact them directly to explore burial options and/secure a plot. We will handle the pickup and transport, ensuring a smooth and respectful process for you both.
Necropsy Transport
It is incredibly difficult to lose an animal, and it can be even more painful when you’re left without answers as to why they passed. A necropsy can help provide the understanding you need and offer a sense of peace during the loss of your beloved companion. An animal necropsy is a careful, respectful post-mortem examination performed by a veterinarian to determine the cause of death and evaluate any underlying disease processes, much like an autopsy in humans.
Another reason for a necropsy is if your animal was insured, as your insurance company may require a necropsy report. A select few veterinarians in Northern Colorado may be able to perform a necropsy at your property, or we can assist with transportation directly to CSU or Littleton Large Animal Hospital, depending on your location and needs. For more information on the CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Lab, CLICK HERE.
Wildlife Removal
Do you have a wild game carcass that was hit on the road or died naturally on your property and need it removed? We can help.
Our team is equipped with the proper tools and trained staff to safely and respectfully remove wildlife from nearly any area of your property.
In most cases, city, state, and wildlife agencies are unable to remove animals from private property unless there is evidence of an animal attack or a public safety concern.
No matter the situation, you don’t have to handle it alone—give us a call, and we’ll guide you through the next steps and take care of the removal process for you.
Dogs & Pets in Your Home
At Hearts & Hooves, we understand that pets are family, and we treat them like family. In addition to supporting your large livestock needs, we are here to assist with dogs, cats, and small companion animals—providing thoughtful, professional care for every member of your animal family.
We work closely with Caring Pathways and their compassionate in-home euthanasia team to provide respectful, seamless care during a difficult time. Together, we help carefully transport larger dogs from your home to their trusted crematory partner, Amare, located in Berthoud, Colorado.
If your large dog or any household pet passes away at home, you don’t have to navigate it alone. We have both the heart and the proper equipment to respond promptly and assist with transportation to the crematory of your choice. For those who prefer, burial alongside horses or livestock may also be an option.
Please don’t hesitate to call us for more information—we are here to gently guide you through all available options with care and understanding.
How It Works
Very few Equine and Livestock owners are properly equipped to handle when large loved ones die. These beloved animals need to be removed and taken care of properly to help ease this hard time. Here at Hearts & Hooves Livestock Services, we have trained employees who know exactly what to do and will remove the animal carcass in a timely and gracious manner.
Our team operates custom-built professional trucks. Each vehicle is fitted with a 12,000lb capacity winch featuring a soft synthetic rope for safer handling, as well as two custom-built rear ramps designed to accommodate even the largest and heaviest of livestock.
We also carry specialized recovery equipment, including tow straps and snatch blocks. We bring hands-on experience to support a wide range of difficult removal scenarios. Our priority is always the safety and dignity of your animals and properties.
Animals We Handle:
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Horses & Ponies (Drafts & Shires)
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Mules & Donkeys
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Swine
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Cattle (Cows, Bulls, Steers)
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Exotics (Emus, Yaks, Bison)
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Goats & Sheep
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Llamas & Alpacas
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Wildlife (Deer, Elk, Moose)
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Dogs & Cats
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Heartfelt Testimonials
"Hearts & Hooves does an invaluable service for livestock owners. Valerie and Stephanie are very understanding and compassionate. Our sweet senior mare passed on a Thursday night. They came out to the barn and picked her up with the dignity that she deserved. They contacted my wife and I about the process we would be going through. They handled taking her to the crematorium and getting us a hoof print in cement as well as getting us her ashes back in a very timely manner. They gave us respect and dignity in this very tough emotional time of losing our rescue mare. Thank You Valerie and Stephanie."
Troy
"This is the first review I’ve ever done. Not my thing. However, Valerie and her shared business made the loss of my horse after 26 years a lot easier to handle. I know strangers give condolences to respect the loss of someone or something all the time. I truly felt the pain Valerie shared with me about my loss. Over the phone and in person, she was very helpful and heartfelt.
Thanks Valerie for the card and the compassion."
Dorian G
