In Loving Memory

With the heaviest hearts, our family had to say goodbye to our baby boy, adventure partner, and best friend. We were incredibly lucky to have him in our lives. He blessed us with a lifetime of memories. If you were fortunate enough to meet his hummingbird tail, you would know how special he was. He loved everyone equally. His personality was truly unique—sometimes more human than dog.

It’s hard to put into a few words what the last 14+ years were like. He lived a full, adventurous life. He was always an explorer—sometimes called a Houdini for the ways he’d manage to escape. Nose to the ground, he was always sniffing out the next discovery.

He toured across Canada multiple times, hiked through landscapes from Ontario forests to the grasslands and badlands of Saskatchewan, all through the Rockies, and across Vancouver Island. He was the ring bearer at our wedding. We were so lucky he was here to meet his baby brother, born this past June.

He was a connoisseur of anything cheese and loved the last bite of anyone’s croissant. He was our light after a hard day, always ready for a snuggle. His love was unconditional, and he will be deeply missed.

In Loving Memory of Delilah

2004 – 2025

It is with full hearts and tearful eyes that we say goodbye to our beloved Delilah, who passed away peacefully after 21 incredible years of love, loyalty, and companionship.

Delilah wasn’t just a cat—she was family, a quiet constant through seasons of life, and the most precious soul one could ever hope to know. From her early kitten days to her final gentle years, she radiated warmth, affection, and a spark of life that never dimmed.

She was full of love—always. Whether it was the soft nuzzle of her head, the rhythmic comfort of her purring, or the way she instinctively knew when someone needed her presence, Delilah had a way of making the world feel calmer and more whole.

She wasn’t just our sweet companion—she was also her best friend’s shadow. Delilah was fiercely bonded to my father, rarely straying far from his side. Their quiet bond was something sacred: a daily rhythm of comfort, understanding, and pure friendship. In the best of times and the hardest of days, Delilah was there—offering comfort without needing to be asked.

She brought joy that stretched across decades, and her presence was a gift that touched everyone who knew her. Though our home feels quieter now, her spirit lives on in every memory, every photo, and every warm thought of her curled in the sun or snuggled beside someone she loved.

Thank you, Delilah, for 21 years of unconditional love. You were a blessing beyond measure.

We will miss you forever, sweet girl.

Rest well

She was an amazing family member to us. From her floppy ear to her unwavering devotion to her pack which was us humans. Koda had a personality full of love. We were so privileged to be her humans.

We cannot thank your team enough for the care you showed Koda and also to us as a family in freeing her to go play with the water hose and run again after a ball.

You are a remarkable team of caring individuals that in the hard hours of someone’s life provide comfort and peace to our fur family members. We are forever grateful for your service to Koda as she is at peace now.

Daisy was a rescue from Alabama. She was found wandering along a road as a puppy, and as fate would have it, ended up as part of our family in Victoria. She was a wonderful dog, very loving and patient. She was also a certified escape artist who never met a fence she couldn’t sneak through. The seagull community won’t miss her, as she terrified them with loud, running charges. She could clear a field in seconds flat. Also, she was a water dog, and no trip to the beach was complete without the requisite stick throwing out into the ocean. She loved it. Her short legs propelled her at an amazing rate. She will be missed, but her dog ‘brother’ Max will be happy to see her in doggy heaven, where they can cuddle once again. 

Titan
Aka: Lumps, Lou, Tighties, Tighty-whities

From the moment he came home he had a calm, almost noble presence. He blended in seamlessly to our growing and changing family. He adored cats, babies, marshmallows, and most of all naps with dad.
Even though he was terrified of the silliest things (like his bowls touching each other) he was our protector – at least until Dad got home when he would promptly take a much needed off-duty nap. He tolerated my love for hikes but always preferred a good couch cuddle with his blanky or and “upside down dance” in the yard.
We are so thankful for the life we had together and for the care and compassion he received at the end.
Thank you for being our boy, Tights
The house is too quiet without you

Trimmist and I found each other years ago in Montreal when he was a stray kitten showing up at my window. We got to spend 13 beautiful years together. I loved him from the moment I met him and I love him still.

Life won’t be the same without him but it’s better because of him.

I think her personality comes through: she was smart, funny, feisty and devoted to me. She loved to make me laugh or do scary/naughty things to get my attention. We all miss her beautiful spirit.

Norton came to us from PEI, a day away from euthanasia. Our daughter Anika rescued him and then flew with him across the country to his new home.
He was the sweetest cat you could ever meet. But do not get between him and chicken.
Nortie made us laugh everyday. He lived for snuggles. We miss him so terribly much.

She came out of the blue and carried me through the worst life has handed me. She was my angel and it is the greatest privilege to have been her human.

Rockie left us on June 19th, 2025 at the age of 15.5 after 14.5 years of devoted friendship and service to our family. He was without a doubt a unique character who loved to be with us and out in the wilds around Vancouver Island. We watch them age as time goes by and we know the day will come when they are gone. It’s never easy and our love will be with him in our memory forever. Thank you Vanessa and Kate for helping to bring Rockie to God.

The first of many long dark nights
Without his paw to hold
He is nestled in the bushes of my memory
that burns in my eyes as tear well in waves
he is there waiting for me
in an enchanted forrest surrounded in luminous green waves
he is in the the breeze that soothes my grief
we walked together, we lived as one
he has left me with his love and a heart that longes for his presence
the weight, the regret, all make me numb.

We have been so lucky to have Caesar in our family. This gentle soul came into my life 20 years ago and has been a constant and loving companion. He has been there for all my major life events. He’s slept in my son’s crib, watching over him as he has grown into a man. We are so grateful for him and the love and cuddles he brought into our home. We miss him so much and hope that he is laying in a warm sunbeam or in front of a warm fireplace.

Maggi came into my life in 2008 when a homeless person used this adorable puppy to ask for money. I bought her that night, and she became my best friend and travel companion. From that night on, she rode with me on my motorbike in Colombia, perched on the gas tank wherever I went. We then moved to Panama together for five years, where she upgraded to riding a scooter—her favorite.

Later, we moved back to cold Calgary, where she surprisingly adapted very well to the weather and grew a thick coat. But the ocean called us once again, and Maggi moved to Victoria for the last few years of her adventurous life. There, she was lovingly cared for by my wife, Robyn, who spoiled her like no other. She somehow managed to tolerate our two pugs, Yoda and Lucy, although Yoda has since passed.

Rest in peace, my adventure buddy and best friend.

Cherished companion, friend and family member. Your memory will last forever

Beyond loved. Truly cherished. A significant part of the family. You will be missed terribly.

Chatham was a very special dog who lived a very enriched life. He loved to go for hikes and swim, despite Jack Russell’s commonly not enjoying swimming. He loved his ball more than anything and in his prime could outrun any dog or child bold enough to challenge him in a race. He loved to snuggle and always managed to take up the most space in any bed, even a king size.

Chatham was a terrier by nature and if he ever caught the scent of a rodent in the yard he would get himself into various precarious situations trying to catch them, getting himself stuck on numerous occasions. He hated shovels and would try to take down his mortal enemy and protect his family from that evil shovel!

Chatham was one of the most expressive dogs you’d ever meet. His emotions were always evident and visible and although he never barked, he would vocalize his opinions strongly with a quick yip or whine.

He was well loved by everyone who met him and would leave gifts of white fur knitted into the clothing of anyone who met him.

Words cannot properly encapsulate how special this little boy was, but it is still worth the effort to try. He will missed deeply by many and his memory will live on through countless photos, videos and wonderful memories.

So grateful this little doggy and I found each other. At home, he followed me everywhere and had an honour seat in the front of the car when we went out. When I was without him, he made coming home wonderful. Bouncing up and down to see if I had any cookies, vigorously wagging his tail, and a little bark, with the inevitable question in his eyes. How could you leave me?

Pippy, I’m so grateful for the gifts of joy and happiness you brought to my life. I’m so sorry you had to leave. Please know that you will always be loved and remembered. I’ll always have those cookies.

Missed terribly. Loved whole heartedly. Forever cherished

Willow came into my life when I met her while she was a kitten, living in a barn in the country. I had recently said goodbye to my dear dog and didn’t think I was ready for another companion. But Willow had other ideas and I ended up taking her home with me that day .I bought a harness and a leash for her and together we explored her new neighborhood and met new friends. She was a beautiful, lively ,feisty little being who enriched my life so much. She loved to sit on my lap and purr and play with her many toys. She will always live in my heart. Heart felt thanks to Dr. Vanessa and Zoe and team for your compassionate care that enabled Willow to be at home for her last days and moments. Joan

Chibi was quite simply the love of my life, my soul dog. She had my heart from the first moment I met her. She had an amazing way of making everything better by just existing.
We went on so many adventures together and she absolutely adored chasing fish in the tide pools at the beach, so much so she got her own fish tank for Christmas one year so she could sit and watch the fish swimming around.
In the darkest of times she knew how to make things better with a lick to the face or a snuggle in bed.
I’m eternally grateful that I got to be her mummy for 14 and 1/2 years and will miss her forever ❤️🐾

A wonderful companion and family member. Apollo will be missed tremendously.