In Loving Memory

In loving memory of a loyal heart and gentle soul.

Simba, also known as “Bubby” or “The Orange Prince,” spent 17 years with his mom here on our farm. We were so happy to have our time with him, and we miss him dearly. He was lucky to grow up in his family unit, and lived such a long and healthy life.

Toby came into this world the largest of his litter, he was bold and loving. He looked up to his brother Louis and was from day one, and became an integral part of our pack. He loved to sing the song of his people, spending time with his family and grew to appreciate his human sister and all the treats she would drop for him on the floor.
He had such a wonderful sense of adventure and was fearless. Always looking for someone to snuggle with, finding anyone who needed a little bit of extra love and providing them that sense of comfort. He will be truly missed and he is in our thoughts always. Thank you Toby for being part of our family, we were so lucky to have you and we will always love you. You can rest now with your brother Louis.

A big boy with an even bigger heart and a true gentle giant.
Sweet Calvin will be dearly missed by his devoted and caring family.

There are no words that can express how much we miss our baby girl, Annie. She has been the centre of our universe for 13 years. At just 19 years old, my husband and I drove to Qualicum Beach and there she was, the most perfect, chunky little lab. She was meant for us since day one. Annie gave us countless smiles, laughs, kisses, cuddles and love. Her favourite things were to swim for sticks in the ocean, eat (of course she’s a lab), roll around in the grass, go to work with her Dad and greet people with the strongest tail wag and happiest face holding a toy or slipper. Annie was right by our side through school, building many houses, getting a baby brother dog Gus, and welcoming her human baby sister Scarlett last year. We are so lucky to have shared this time with Annie and we wish it could have lasted forever. We will continue to celebrate our sweet girl in every way we can and cherish every moment and memory she gave us. You will live in our hearts forever.

We love you Annie.

Thank you so much for checking in. Dr. Vanessa, Ashley and the Resting Paws team exceeded our expectations and we are beyond happy about the care and support that we received from all of you. It was so heartwarming and genuine. Your care and concern speaks volumes of who you are and the people that represent your business.

Thank you for everything. It’s been a tough few days and only time will heal the pain of not having our sweet Manny around.
He was truly the best, in more ways than just a furry companion, he was a son and rock for my mom, during a time that she needed it most. He brought so much joy and life to everyone he met and never went without a day of truly living life to the fullest. He always ran like the wind and never was out of energy. He could run for miles and never stop. The outdoors was his happy place. He loved swimming at Shawnigan Lake, there were times we were worried he would never come in. He would swim in circles for so long, while having the biggest smile you could imagine. Manny will forever have a special place in all our hearts. He lived a cherished and loved life like no other. We love you sweet pal, forever and always with us xo

Thank you again for everything,
Karen, Virginia and the Furtado Family xo

We were all so very appreciative of the care you took with our Luna. While we will miss her terribly we are comforted in knowing her last days and moments were spent with her favourite people and in familiar places doing what she loved. Luna was completely at ease and we are grateful she was peaceful and free of pain.

We were able to get to beach with Luna and ensure our family had time to say our goodbyes.
Our funny girl never actually swam but waded.

Luna went everywhere with us and we will remember our many camping and road trips with her. She even got used to elevators and lounging at hotels.

Even though she was a west coast pup, she appreciated the winter warmth of Phoenix,AZ. So much so that we needed to call her into the shade.

When she was younger, she did not have an off switch when playing with her dog pals. She particularly loved frenchies.

Luna loved postal workers (well pretty much anyone who came to the door wearing a yellow vest) because she knew there might be a treat in the offering.

She had surgical precision with squeakers in toys and was able to remove them handily. She recently met her match with a larger yellow spiked ball.

Luna was sensitive to her human companions’ health and emotions and ensured they got out for their morning and afternoon walks.

We will remember her with love and gratitude for being our companion.

Lucy was sweet, sassy, and chatty — always herself, always making us laugh. she always had her own opinions about everything — and she made sure we knew it. Life with Lucy was never dull. She was eager to learn every trick except walking on a leash. All she really wanted was to be off-leash outside, lounging on the deck, living life on her own terms since day one. You had your dog door, your fenced backyard, and your beloved deck where you could bask in the sun, doing whatever you wanted, whenever you wanted. Lucy also enjoyed leading us on hikes, digging at the beach or curling up for bedtime at 9 o’clock sharp.

When we moved to B.C. hiking became our passion, being off leash in the mountains she discovered freedom in its purest form. From that point on, she became an adventure dog — fearless on the trails, always leading the way, and bringing us back to the car like it was her mission. She had a great sense of direction and knew her way home. She joined us on 15 flights, road trips across Canada, and even an all-inclusive trip to Mexico. She wasn’t thrilled about car rides (especially early mornings), but the moment we hit the trail, she was unstoppable.

Watching her get sick so fast was heartbreaking. After nine years of independence, she suddenly wanted to cuddle. We cherished these moments but deep down she was telling us goodbye. We had an incredibly peaceful last day together, and thanks to Resting Paws, she left us gently, at home, surrounded by love.

Thank you for being you Lucy. We loved your big personality and how you always shared your thoughts. You have always been unique, so loving and funny, and always in charge. We miss you deeply and hope you’re running free, being a pack leader, soaking up the sun, and reunited with Browning, doing things your way! We love you Lucy!

Her memory will remain in our hearts furrever.

We were so blessed that our sweet Sadie chose us to be her family. She was a sensitive soul who brought calm to everyone in her orbit. Always up for an adventure, she loved meeting new people on her walks and was happy to cuddle for as long as you needed. Smart and sassy, with an undeniable addiction to all things potato, she kept us laughing and loved harder than we could have imagined. She was our booping queen, never shy about asking for a good ear or butt scratch. Our hearts are broken, and the house feels so empty without her. Walking through the door will never be the same without her greeting us with her “baby” in her mouth. Your strands of love will always linger, and your absence will always be felt. We love you forever Sadie Bum.

Sasa blessed my life with his majestic presence for 14 wonderful years. While his independent spirit  made him a unique companion, he was spoiled by the love and affection he received. A true sun worshipper, he could often be found basking in his basket or sprawled out on his own patch of grass.  He was the master our hide-and-seek games.

Our adventures (and sometimes misadventures), only strengthened our bond. Sasa was much more than a pet; he was a dear friend and a source of endless joy.  I take comfort in knowing he’s basking in the sun’s rays somewhere beyond the rainbow.

Orange was our big, gentle boy who loved nothing better than backyard sunspots, a hit of driveway catnip, and chin rubs. You are so missed, my well-loved friend. Thanks so much to everyone at Resting Paws for seeing him so gently on his way.

Bella Rose was a beautiful girl who brought immense joy to all who knew her. She will be dearly missed and will forever hold a special place in the hearts of her loving family.

BUD, Aka, Bud Kitty, Buddy, Bud Wiser
From kitten to teenager to old guy, we loved it all
You were gentle & so laid back yet mischievous
A loving companion for 16 years
Our home is not the same without you, we dearly miss you
RIP Bud Kitty 💕💐

We came into each other’s life when we needed each other most. He was vulnerable and needed a home and I was recovering from a brain injury. I lost so much of my life and he brought companionship. He was a senior cat when he came to me so we didn’t have many years together, but we spent every moment together. Our routine was cemented and comfortable. I like to think he lived his best senior life.

“Our sweet girl Sadie brought us more than 12 years of absolute joy and love. The sweetest of girls you could ever want to meet, however, she definitely wanted to be queen of the neighborhood. Size didn’t matter, and being a schnauzer, she let the other dogs know.
Sadie loved to travel , and in particular was happiest when stretched out in the sun in Southern California. She loved to romp in the waves and chase her ball at Dog Beach in Del Mar. When at home on the island, Air Force Beach was a favourite spot. She was happy wading up to her belly and then would stand in envy watching the big dogs chase their balls and sticks in the water.
Another important part of her life was licking out my latte mug every morning, prior to having her face washed and her teeth brushed.
She has left a hole in our home that is so much bigger than her 14 pounds. Rest easy, sweet girl. You gave it your all, and we tried our best to give it back.“

🌈 LUCY – August 19, 2011 – November 20, 2024 🌈

Our beloved Lucy crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. It was a very peaceful and gentle time here at home, thanks to the compassionate vet hospice team at Resting Paws. It even had humorous moments, as they brought Lucy a McDonald’s cheeseburger which she devoured with gusto! The ravages of kidney disease meant that she had been slipping away from us. We take comfort in the fact that her life was very full and happy and that for 13 years. She was such a wonderful family member, who loved everyone. Now, all her difficulties are over. She will be missed by Dave and Nan and all the family, and by her feline sister, Maggie. We will be looking for her around every corner, on every trail and beach, in the ocean, on every car ride, on every paddleboard. She surely has earned her angel wings, thanks to her loving nature. 💔😢❤️🐶 Love you forever, Lucy 💗🐶

TiraMISU came to me late in her life, she had a traumatic start and was able to rest and relax while I had her for our short time together.
Misu was a sweet gentle soul that brought me much joy and companionship. Misu you will never be forgotten and sorely missed.❤️

Dexter, our handsome little guy. We were lucky enough to share 12.5 years together. You had such a big personality, full of character though a bit mischievous. You were incredibly friendly, always eager to greet every guest who came into our home. Every box or bag became your new spot to sit, and you loved sneaking bites of food while we cooked. We will forever miss your loud purr, our evening games of fetch with your toy mouse, and our nightly cuddles as we fell asleep. We wish we had more time with you, but we know it would have never been enough. We will love you forever.”

Resting Paws Rightly named and the ladies that came to help my little friend cross over the rainbow bridge were the two most gentle caring people I have ever met in this time of grief.
My little girl passed without a twitch and they stayed till they knew my grief was in control, caring and loving to the end.
I recommend them highly when its time to let your friend go.