To honor the lives of those we have lost, each month a blessing is held at Angels Rest to pay tribute to the beloved Sanctuary animals and pets of Best Friends members, staff, and pet lovers who have recently passed. These blessings celebrate the extraordinary animals who have touched our lives and provide a way for people with pets to find healing and hope among fellow animal lovers.
Pet loss grief support for loving, letting go, and remembering
Loving deeply means grieving deeply, and your grief deserves support.
Pet loss resources to help you find your way forward
Find compassionate pet loss resources and pet loss grief support for wherever you are in your healing journey.
Grief doesn’t follow a straight line, and there’s no one right way to move through it. That’s why our pet loss resources are designed to meet you where you’re at in your healing journey.
Find the right words to say with our collection of pet loss quotes and poems
When the loss feels heavy, poems about pet loss can help put emotions into words, and memorial sayings for pets can serve as a meaningful way to honor the love you shared.
Pet loss grief videos to help guide you through this painful time
Find comfort and support through gentle, on-demand resources to honor beloved pets who have passed.
Get help coping with pet loss grief
Find healthy ways for coping with pet loss grief, including tips for understanding your emotions, downloadable memory journals, and guidance for healing after pet loss.
Recognizing anticipatory pet loss grief
Worrying about the inevitable can cause us to lose sight of the present and experience an intense emotion called anticipatory grief. Having a plan in place can help us stay grounded and present for our beloved pets.
What to say to a friend struggling with pet loss grief
Supporting a friend through pet loss grief doesn’t always come naturally. That’s why we’ve gathered our thoughtful pet loss resources to help you show up with care.
Find comfort in community
Pet grief resources and pet loss grief support groups offer comfort and connection during trying times.
We invite you to continue processing your grief by sharing photos of your pet, telling stories about their life, and connecting with others who understand just how deep the human-animal bond runs.
Heal from pet loss and celebrate the joy they brought to your life
Coping with pet loss grief can make the light and love your pet brought to your life feel that much further away. Keep their spirit alive by honoring all the special moments that made you smile.
Make a memorial donation to remember your pet
Celebrate the bond you shared with your pet with a memorial gift that honors their life while providing support and care for pets still waiting for homes.
Create an online memorial for your pet
Whether you’re creating a pet memorial page for yourself or on behalf of a grieving loved one, you’ll be able to easily share your online tribute with others.
Meaningful gifts for coping with pet loss grief
A caring guide for pet loss grief with helpful pet grief resources.
Stories of pet loss and healing
Read about the enduring bonds between pets and their people and find comfort and hope through stories of pet loss and healing.
About Best Friends Animal Society
Pet loss grief can arrive when we least expect it, but there is hope and healing in remembering those we love.
At Best Friends, we understand the special place that pets have in our lives — they’re our confidantes, our support systems, and our best friends. That’s why Angels Rest was built as the heart of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary — to commemorate the special bonds we share with our loyal companions. It’s a place where pet memorial stones line the pathways in between hundreds of wind chimes that sing with the cool canyon breezes, each note a tribute to pets who were deeply loved.
Together, let's celebrate the memories of our pets and the enduring love they inspire at our monthly pet remembrance blessings.
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