Stegosaurus

2020 – 2023

Stegosaurus is forever loved and cherished in my heart. He was found as a stray, severely emaciated and nearly dead. God bless everyone who rescued him and medically treated him at BARCS in Baltimore, MD. I fostered him, helping him to become healthier and happy. Stegosaurus had neurological issues that were concerning. BARCS contacted me to bring him to the shelter to be humanely euthanized. I was devastated! To stop this from happening, I adopted him immediately. I provided the best life for him from 07/12/2022 until his death here at my home 03/23/2023. My heart is at peace knowing that he experienced a loving and happy life. Stegosaurus had a huge impact on my life in those months he shared his life with me. I miss him, and I love him forever.

Remembrances

Kathleen Rollins

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