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Making art in memory of your pet

Here at Best Friends, we have a long-held tradition of painting memorial stones in honor of animals who have passed.

The memorial stones are then placed in our special places of remembrance in Angel Canyon at our animal sanctuary. 

You can follow along to create a beautiful memorial stone of your own to place in a garden, on a bookshelf, or maybe under your pet's favorite tree. We hope you find some comfort in this practice and cherish your creation for years to come.

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More ways to remember your pet

It’s so hard to say goodbye to our faithful animal companions, but when you’re ready, there are a number of ways you can consider honoring the memory of your special pet.

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Remember your pet with a memorial

Pay tribute to your special animal companion by creating a pet memorial.

Whether you are creating a memorial for your own pet or on behalf of a grieving loved one, you’ll be able to easily share your tribute, including via social media. The process is simple, and you’ll be guided at your own pace through each step.

When you create a memorial, you ensure your pet will also be remembered in our monthly blessing that takes place at Angels Rest here at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. These ceremonies celebrate and pay tribute to the special animals who remain forever in our hearts.

Create a Memorial
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Pay tribute to your pet at Angels Rest 

Here at Angels Rest at our sanctuary, hundreds of wind chimes ring in remembrance of beloved pets, and memorial markers pay tribute to the love we hold for our dogs, cats and other companions.

If you’d like to remember your pet, or the pet of a loved one, these memorials can be sent to you or placed at our Sanctuary – one of the most beautiful places on Earth.  

Wind chimes

The soothing sounds of wind chimes can comfort and calm a heart that’s hurting.

They can be sent to you or you can request to have them placed at Angels Rest or Angels Overlook.
Order wind chimes
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An engraved brick is a touching memorial for a pet or person who has passed.

The brick will be placed permanently along a path at Angels Rest at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.
Purchase a brick
Flagstone marker

These beautiful markers celebrate the lasting impact a pet has had on your life.

Markers may be mailed or placed at the Sanctuary. Flagstone and granite options available.
Order a marker
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Join our pet loss support group

If you’ve lost a pet, we’d like to invite you to be part of a community of people who share this experience.
Join the Group