Katsura

2004 – 2025

Katsura, you were almost perfect. I told you frequently and it will always be true. You were so friendly, gentle and good natured. I miss my teddy cat, my rumble bunny, my Mr. Kitty. I miss your warm purring companionship, your kitty kisses, your palpable excitement in anticipation of mealtimes, your calm inquisitiveness as you turned on the charm in hopes of a treat from visitors. I even miss your pestering me for laxatone. You were happy, confident and always sweet. You had such a rough beginning. I had no idea just how much comfort and joy you would bring to my life. You were there for it all. I am so grateful to have shared twenty years of my life with you. Nevertheless, I wish we could have been best friends for at least twenty years more. I will love you forever.

Love,
Pamela

Remembrances

Pamela Stacy

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.

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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.

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