Bella

2010 – 2025

Our Dear Bella: You came into this world in an abused, neglected, and cruel situation. Fortunately, you were rescued and came to us 12 years ago. You knew you were loved the moment you entered our home. You gave us laughter, love, and licks. You loved food and walks. When you tore your CCL, you still wanted to be outside, so we pushed you in a stroller until you healed. You were the queen, sitting in the stroller with your ears straight up and loving it. You were a very SPOILED dog who was the love of our lives. When we had to put you down and came home without you, your brother Tucker knew you were no longer suffering. WE MISS YOU MISS PRISSY PANTS - YOU WILL BE MISSED. Now that you crossed the Rainbow Bridge, you are pain-free and running the birds and rabbits off your territory. Enjoy the freedom. Love forever, Dad, mom and Tucker

Remembrances

The John Dowie Family

Pet Parent

We believe in honoring the lives of pets

Here at Best Friends, animals have such a special place in our lives. We honor those pets we’ve loved and those who need our help today. At Best Friends, we keep pets in our hearts

Remembrances

Leaving a personal story, memory, or words of support for a pet’s family is a heartfelt way to pay tribute and provide comfort. As part of your remembrance, we also invite you to leave a virtual token along with your words — similar to our tradition here at the Sanctuary of leaving stones, beloved items, or small toys on the graves of cherished animals.

Leave Your Remembrance

Share the memory of your pet

By sharing this pet’s memorial page, you’re helping to keep the memory of a beloved companion close — and you’re helping others understand the place pets forever inhabit in our hearts.

woman at Angel Rest sitting beneath a tree with her dog

Create your own pet memorial

Would you like to create a pet memorial to pay tribute to your special animal companion? We’ll guide you through this simple process.

Create Your Memorial

Watch a memorial blessing

You are invited to join us the last Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. MT as we remember the lives of pets we have loved and lost. For those who are not able to attend in person, a video recording of each blessing is posted soon thereafter online.

Watch a blessing

Show your love and support

You can let someone grieving the loss of a pet know that you care. Whether you send calming wind chimes or a sympathy card, your gift can be a source of light for someone during a difficult time.

Find memorial gifts