In Loving Memory

Remembering our beautiful Stella

Stella had the worst of this world and the best of this world..Born in Mexico, she got lucky and found her way to Vancouver Island (probably because of her gorgeous brown eyes!), only to find neglect and abuse here. Luckily, she got another chance at a good life when Karen, her wonderful foster mom saved her and brought a village to help Stella back. She was broken beyond words. But with great help like Ron’s last chance rescue and Karen, Stella started trusting the world again. It helped that Stella always wanted to love people… And food!
Stella found her happiness at her third go around. She came to visit us for a “three hour tour”, and it was love on the spot. She never left our home. She had an amazing 7 years with us and her little brother – also from Mexico – filled with lots of love, comfy beds (she was partial for down duvets), good food, tons of exercise and off leash adventures.

Stella was so gorgeous, with her long stiletto legs, and her brown eyes that reflected the soul of the world. She was an amazing friend, always at my side – my shadow. She won countless hearts with her sweet and gentle demeanor.

She will forever be missed by us, many friends and neighbours and Sparky, her very own therapy dog who did an amazing job at showing her that the world is a good place after all.

Rest in peace my sweet girl, you will always be in our hearts.

Shelby is missed beyond measure in our home. She was coined a “cat” dog by her aunt as she loved to be curled up on a chair or snuggled into someone’s lap. She adored her cousin Ava and appreciated her puppy play keeping her young in her senior years. Shelby stole my whole heart (and chair most days) and I will cherish the memories we had together. I love you Shelby Rae, thank you for being my little love for 15 years.

Charlie was the most handsome boy and kept me strong through so much heartbreak. From breakups to losing loved ones he was there by my side to give me a look of love and comfort. We often communicated by longing blinks to convey the love we both know we had for so deeply for each other. I will always keep him in my heart, and will never stop talking about him. I love you my beautiful boy.

♥️ In Loving Memory of Our Sweet Wally ❤️
beloved Wally lived a wonderful 14 and a half years, full of love, adventure, and so many happy moments. Wally brought us so much joy and laughter every single day.

We’ll miss his little paws following us around, his happy tail wags to greet us at the door, laying on the kitchen floor trying to catch food crumbs and the way he always made everything feel a little brighter.

Thank you for being our best boy, Wally. You gave us your whole heart, and we’ll carry your love with us always. ❤️🐾

Dandy was the first born of his litter on May 17 2017 and passed October 18th 2025. He truly lived up to his name, he was a handsome, goofy, loving fellow. As a clutzy gentle giant he loved to cuddle up to near everyone who sat down with him. If he wasn’t snoozing he was sniffing, his walks always consisted of letting him follow his nose. He loved frozen mango, cucumbers, carrots, peanut butter and chicken strips. He leaves behind his littermate Cru and best friend Honeybun. He joins his mum Ruby and former pals Jaida, Timmy, Mac, Candy & Monty across the rainbow bridge, where we like to believe is a giant farm where they can eat and play. Dandy was silly, lovey and our first son. He changed our lives positively forever. I’m so grateful we got to care for and love him while he was here. Thank you for being there when my partner proposed the day before you left Earth, it meant everything to me for you to be there and give my ring a good luck kiss and have your Dandy blessing.

Rest easy our darling Pisces Sun
Your parents, Pisces Moon and Pisces Rising
H.E. & James

I’d like to thank all the staff at Resting Paws, for their kind care and understanding, towards Max and our family during our very difficult time saying “Goodbye”.

Sophie, Soapy, Sophocles Charlemagne,

Ten years wasn’t enough time, but we are endlessly grateful that we were able to give you a loving home for your golden years. We will forever miss your counter surfing, late night yowling, and most of all the cuddles on the couch in the heart of winter. I expect I will compare every cat I have the chance to meet to you for the rest of my life. You really were the perfect guy. We love you, Sophie.

Dearest Charlie! You filled our lives with more joy than you will ever know. We loved you your entire life and we will miss you for the rest of ours! Fly free our princess 🐾

To the team at resting paws, your utmost compassion and professionalism made the most difficult decision of our lives that much more comforting. We can never put into words how appreciative we are! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts and everyone who Charlie touched with her beautiful soul.

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.

“Copper was known by many as a staple downtown from when he used to help his previous owner panhandle. He would strut around downtown like he owned the place, always confident and keen to protect his owner.

He came to live with us for his senior years, where he got to pick his favorite spot on the couch, travel around Western Canada and have his fair share of favorite snacks. He was sweet and gentle when he was home with his humans with a touch of separation anxiety. Thank you for protecting me everywhere I went, even though you were less than 15 lbs (we will miss your big dog attitude). I owe you so much gratitude for getting me through one of the most challenging years of my life and I hope that you have found Benny wherever you are. Thank you for helping raise Walter, Mom and Dad will love and miss you forever. “

Rest in peace dear friend your spirit will always be treasured and your legacy will be held close in the hearts of your loving family.

“Milah wasn’t always the goodest girl – but we loved her and she loved us. She was with us when we brought our babies home and she took her role of dog sister very seriously. She was always right beside her kids for outdoor adventures. She loved a good run in a field and a walk in the woods. And she surprised us in her later years by loving her new cat brothers.

Thanks for 16 years of laughs and love Milah girl. Our house feels empty without you.”

“Missy spent 17 love filled years with my family and her bright curious nature filled every room she was in. She saw me through my teenage years and young adulthood, loving me unconditionally through every uncomfortable period of growth. I hope her peaceful end of life leads to a peaceful afterlife, and she has my love always.”

Goodbye my love, you will forever be stamped on my heart till my last breath. You’ve been my Bestie, my side kick and my protector for the past 15yrs and I couldn’t imagine getting through the ups and downs without your unconditional love and support. Thank you for loving me when I didn’t love myself. Till we meet again.

Milo was my sweet boy who came to me as a puppy when I semi-retired and had more time on my hands to love and cherish him. He became my constant companion who loved to chase his ball, walk with his Momma and friends, camp every summer for weeks at a time, swim with me, and especially float with me on an inflatable on the lake. He was my little buddy who didn’t have a mean bone in his body and loved to lick my feet and give kisses freely to even those who didn’t want them. I am so grateful that I got to be his Momma for nearly eleven years. Gone too soon, but so peacefully at home when he was having a good day. I will miss you forever, my best friend Milo.

Steve-O ❤️
Our beautiful boy.
You brought so much joy for 13 years.
A personality larger than life who commanded the room.
He definitely lived up to his name! Lol.
We miss your Zoomies and trying to hide your new favourite toy.
Even towards the end, you persevered enjoying short strolls around the park and still letting people know “I’m here !“
Reunited again with your pack Mandy and Marley. ❤️
Forever loved and dearly missed.

Ray was adopted in 2012 and true to his orange cat nature he was extremely social and friendly. Ray loved people and he would easily charm anyone who met him. He spent his younger years playing, adventuring on camping trips and enjoying life as a boat cat, where he loved to watch the birds and other wildlife. As he got older, his priorities shifted and he was happy spending his days lounging on the couch and awaiting his next meal. Ray enjoyed morning snuggles and he would always make sure visitors paid their dues by giving him plenty of pets. Earlier this year Ray welcomed a younger sister into his life and during his last few months he enjoyed chasing her around the house and sharing his wisdom about how to win humans over. Ray will always be in our hearts forever.

Moko was the best dog, his favorite thing was being with us. He loved cuddling, sunshine, duck treats, and was totally devoted to his people. He made us smile every day. Moko was loved by everyone who met him and was truly a gift to us for 15 wonderful years. We will love and miss him forever.

In loving memory of our Princess Sophia! Oct 14, 2010 to Oct 16, 2024. She touched so many people in her 14 years and was so loved! Sophia loved to bask in the sun and would go anywhere inside or outside to find it. She enjoyed playing fetch and sitting up for treats and chasing the birds and squirrel out of her yard. Even when we brought her home a cat brother (Lucy) she welcomed him and love him.

I cannot thank Dr. Vanessa and Heather enough for guiding me through this difficult time. Their compassion and kindness put me at ease and took the stress out of a very difficult situation. Thank you!