# Who does what: you, your vet and the crematory

Lesson 2 of [Pet cremation basics for owners](https://petcremation.fyi/academy/pet-cremation-basics-for-owners.md), 12 minutes.

After a pet dies, up to three parties take part. Each does a different job. You You decide what you want. You can take your time. If you are unsure how long it is safe to wait, ask your vet. Your vet Some vets run their own crematory. Others send pets to a separate provider. Ask your vet which provi…

The rest of this lesson is for learners enrolled in the course. [See how Pet cremation basics for owners works](https://petcremation.fyi/academy/pet-cremation-basics-for-owners.md).

Also on the [web page](https://petcremation.fyi/academy/pet-cremation-basics-for-owners/who-does-what).