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Max

2009 – 2025

Sometimes, lightning strikes at the exact moment you need it to. Sometimes that lighting comes in the shape of a perfect, amazing, loving pit bull mix who somehow saves your life and creates chaos simultaneously. The world does not have enough words to describe how much I love Max. It would be impossible to explain all the good that he was even in a Stephen King size book. Max was the sun, and he brightened everyone’s lives. He made the worst day better. He loved unconditionally and without question. Everyone who had the privilege of meeting Max fell in love with him. He had this amazing ability to make people feel seen and loved. He could calm me down even when I was spiraling. Hugging Max made any situation better. His presence made it easier to breathe. I always said he was like oxygen (which is probably why it’s a little hard to breathe right now). I’ve said it before, but I’ll repeat it... He loved me when I couldn’t love myself. He saw me in my darkest moments when I didn’t feel like anyone. He put me back together and gave me a reason when I needed one. And he did this all by just being Max. It is an honor to have been loved so much by someone so special. My life is forever changed because of Max. He made me a better person, gave me purpose and strength, and I am who I am because Max loved me. The world feels a little darker without my sunshine. My heart will never be the same. It will never heal because a massive part of it is missing. The love I shared with Max is boundless, and it will continue for the rest of my life. I hope that if souls can return, Max will find me again because I will look for him forever. “We'll live forever - You plus time plus me -Infinity”

Juliette Paterno
Pet Parent
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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.