A mother expressed anger towards the police, alleging disrespect, as they returned the ashes of her XL Bully dog in a cardboard box originally used for drinks. Nicole Pryde Jarvis’s dog, Cali, was confiscated by Cheshire Police on October 25 the previous year following complaints from neighbors in Congleton. Despite her efforts to save Cali, who was not exempted under the XL Bully prohibition, the police euthanized the dog.

Nicole, a 30-year-old mother of two, received a text notifying her of the dog’s euthanasia on January 28 but was unaware that the ashes would be shipped back. Her 13-year-old daughter accidentally opened the package labeled as Fever Tree elderflower packaging, revealing Cali’s ashes. The unexpected sight caused emotional distress as the ashes spilled out, leading to a heartbreaking moment for Nicole.

Expressing her dismay, Nicole lamented, “Receiving my dog in a tonic water box was deeply upsetting. It felt like a lack of respect. I feel mistreated and disrespected.” She emphasized that Cali had never displayed aggression and was seized due to not being exempt from the XL Bully ban, which she was unaware of before the deadline.

Describing the arrival of the package, Nicole shared, “My daughter opened it. Initially, I thought it might be a Shein order. But when I realized it was a box of tonic water, I was puzzled. However, Cali’s ashes spilled out, causing my daughter to break down. It was incredibly upsetting.” The emotional toll has been significant for Nicole, who expressed a desire to have her dog back, stating that Cali did not deserve the treatment she received.

Determined to seek redress, Nicole vowed, “I will lodge a complaint and pursue this matter. I refuse to let them off the hook. No one should have to endure receiving their pet’s ashes in a tonic water box – it’s appalling. I demand a sincere apology, including to my children.” Cheshire Police was contacted for a response.