Pet Memorials

In Loving Memory

Honouring and remembering the pets we have helped transition across the rainbow bridge.
Please send us an email if you would like to honour your pet’s memory.

Tucker

I found you at work and the family asked if i wanted you. Little did I know how much you would bring to our lives. You were the most special boy, you loved everyone, you gave the best cuddles and you saved me when we lost another pup. You were my sunshine Tucker.
We will meet you at that bridge one day and boy what a day that will be when we reunite again.
Run with your brothers and sisters. In our hearts forever.

Tia

Tia
You’ve been a constant presence in my life, and especially this past year, after the passing of my wife, your companionship meant more than words can say.
For 13 and a half years, you were not just a pet—you were a true friend, a loyal companion, and a beloved, vital member of the family.

Now it’s time for you to run free, and be with Mom.
You were deeply loved by all who knew you, and your absence leaves a space that can never be filled.

You will be forever missed.
Until we meet again…

George

After many years of a life well lived and adventures galore, sweet George said his final farewell at home with his family by his side.

Handsome George was a beloved member of the Resting Paws family and his presence will be missed by all those who loved him and cared for him.

“I am a sailor, you’re my first mate,
We signed on together, we coupled our fate,
Hauled up our anchor, determined not to fail,
For the hearts treasure, together we set sail.”

~ excerpt from The Voyage, by Christy Moore

Artoo

Artoo has left this world but I will never forget him. He was the sweetest cuddliest little angel guy who charmed everyone he met immediately. He slept in my arms or on my head every night and was in my lap whenever I sat down, a constant loving presence in my life. A lover of sunbeams, cuddles, tents, bugs, and people. He loved meeting new people and would greet them with a meow that sounded like “Wow”. When he wasn’t firmly seated in my lap he would be in my chair waiting for me to return, or in one of the many blanket forts I would build him on a couch or chair. Artoo got me through the hardest times in my life, I loved him deeply and he will always be missed.

Tika

Tika was the truest form of unconditional love. She gave the sweetest hugs that would knock you over and the sneakiest kisses when you least expected it. These hugs and kisses were random and always just to show she cared; never for treats. She was our best friend and our strength and will continue to light up our world forever.

Princess Tink

“Princess Tink was more then just a cat I rescued from a trash dumpster, she instantly became my world, she was a chatty cat that had and followed her own rules that I learned quickly to accommodate. She gave us many laughs and purrs that cured grief instantly, she will never ever be forgotten and missed tremendously”

Shady

This picture of our sweet little Shady shows why his name is that, as in this picture he looks black, brown and grey all at once.
We are missing our friend very much but are so thankful for your compassion and caring nature as we said goodbye to him.
Many thanks again to your beautiful, loving team.

Cooper

Cooper, our dear little sweet boy gave us 11 1/2 years of pure love! He was a love bug & greeted every person on our street before even greeting their dog.
We will miss his multiple kisses and his dancing paws as he stood up on his hind legs, so excited to greet us every time we came home or entered a room! Rest in peace sweet boy! You will always have a special place in our hearts! 💔
We will see you one day on the other side of the rainbow! 🌈

Kook

For Kook, he had a funny little crooked tail but his heart was true. He was always game for pets and affection, he could never get enough!
I will miss the way he’d paw at me to say “don’t stop!”
He will be dearly missed and the memory of his antics will forever live on in our hearts.

Miles

Miles’ family will remember their beloved companion through seasons and sunsets, beaches and sofas:
In October we took him camping and we were so surprised he dug this hole at cannon beach
He Loved green beans from the garden
We watched the sunset together in Tofino and he really loved a couch by a window
Once again thanks so much
You are right we are definitely sad and the house feels empty
It will take some time but folks like yourselves really help.

Zim

Zim was an affectionate boy, with the sweetest, most relaxed disposition of any cat, which made him beloved by all who met him. He was always ready for a cuddle whether he was invited or not, loved to play peek-a-boo, and never said no to relaxing in a sunbeam. When one wasn’t available, he took advantage of his cozy spots, making sure his humans always had a heating pad going for him. He was loved beyond measure, and will be deeply missed.

 

Mickey

We loved Mickey deeply and we are sad. He went the perfect way with his McHappy meal. Thank you thank you thank you.

 

 

Mocha

Our Beloved Mocha she is missed so much. We had 23 amazing years together. Rest in Peace our angel ❤️🙏

 

Geisha

Rest in peace sweet geisha, beloved family member, teacher, and best friend. You finished what you came here to do and you did an excellent job. We wish you plenty of delicious treats, lots of dance, prancing and companionship on the other side – and absolutely no limes, umbrellas, oven doors, nail clippings, reflux or joint pain. You loved hard and you were loved back immensely.

 

Loki

Our sweet little man, Loki. There aren’t enough words to say about how you were the best companion, and just how bonded you were with us. We were SO LUCKY to have had you in our lives for 18 years. You touched everyone that met you with your sweet, gentle, and trusting nature (and your nonstop screaming about everything.) You were a once in a lifetime companion, we miss you immensely, and you will never be forgotten.
Thank you to Dr Vanessa and the Resting Paws team for giving Loki the dignified and compassionate send off he deserved.

 

Lisa

Lisa will be greatly missed by the two families who had the great privilege of her companionship. Like the sunshine on a cloudy day, we always looked forward to her peeking her head through our door each morning, and starting our day with a walk and a smile.

Maia

Forever remembered and loved.

 

Kuma

“Kuma, you helped us to see the beauty of this world. You had the gentlest heart and the bravest soul. We will love you forever, our beautiful, sweet boy.”

Geisha

‘Geisha was our bright light when there was dark days. She had the most fantastic personality and was a cherished member of the family. She was a delightful ‘diva’ and rightfully earned the title ‘Wee Princess’ in our home. We are so, so, so grateful to her for the laughs, the shoulder to cry on, the wise ear of her counsel, her loyal companionship and unconditional love. We will miss her everyday until we meet again.’

 

Sookie

Sookie chose me at the SPCA in Nelson, BC. She kept tapping me on the shoulder. She made it her job to greet people wherever we were. She knew all the stores schedules, and visited each one of them. In the city she became an indoor cat but our first home was a communal home in which she also visited each person in the house when it was time for them to get up. She was loved by many. I know she is now with her Friend Ash in the Summerland, and I hope she knows she was loved all the way to the end when she was given her favorite treats and passed away comfortably in her home. I will always love you Sookie, take care of her Ash, and my Dad too.

 

Nugget

Nugget came to Dr. Vanessa 17 years ago as an orphaned kitten who required bottle feedings around the clock. She grew into the purrfect companion who filled our lives with so much joy and warmth 😻She was the queen of drooling while purring, a sunbathing beauty with an odd, but adorable, obsession with bananas 🍌 She will be missed dearly 💔

 

Rest in peace sweet Nugget. You have surely left paw prints on the hearts of so many 🐾

 

Begley

This guy came into our lives on December 29, 2010…we had him for almost exactly 13 years.  We will miss him so much.  He was the best companion and fur brother to our daughter.  He was a great walking partner to his dad.  He was the best coworker for myself…he was by my side all day everyday for 13 years.  He was the best photoshoot dog despite being all black and hard to light..he willingly wore costumes and always knew the exact spot to sit for the ‘dog’ in any family photo.  He was a 70lb lap dog but always asked to get on the couch before jumping up.  He survived cancer twice and gave us 13 amazing years.  We are missing him so much already.  We have so many wonderful memories.  We are so grateful that he was able to be at home with us for his final moments. Thank you Dr. Vanessa.

 

Mystic

In loving memory of our sweet and special, Mystic, who brought so much joy and love to our lives. She passed peacefully while laying on my lap (her favourite place to be). I’m so grateful that I had 18 years with her sassy little attitude. Rest peacefully my sweet Mystic.

– Allison