We have too many favourite memories of Lily to list!
Pet parents: Melissa and Mark Jefford
Favourite toys: Fish toy, ball toy and laser pointer
Birth/gotcha date: 2010-07-09
Death date: 2026-01-28
Favourite Activity: Relaxing
Favourite food: Temptations
Least favourite thing: Loud noises
On that summers day in August 2016, we chose you….. or should I say you chose us, as you waddled away from your brothers and sisters into Zachary’s arms.
From that point on, you just fit into our family perfectly. Always up for an adventure, if you heard the click of your leash you would leap with joy. If we were going somewhere without you, you would patiently wait at the top of the stairs until we all came home, wagging your tail with excitement at the first sight. You were happiest at the trailer with us, running free in the open woods -but even then you’d never go too far ahead, stopping to check on us and making sure we were close behind.
You were clearly Zachary’s dog. You were there when he started his first day of kindergarten; you’ve listened to his many stories and even caught a few tears in your fur; you would let him do ANYTHING with you and were so patient and gentle. You followed him everywhere.
You shared in our family’s announcement when we welcomed Alexander and from that moment on you kept a close eye on him too. As he grew, you would be watching to make sure he was ok, alerting us if he needed our attention and eager to play whatever game he wanted with you.
You were the boys protector and you made sure everyone knew it. In the evening you would lay between their bedrooms, keeping a close eye and ear on them. Even though you weren’t a large dog, you had a large personality.
You most certainly had a few quirks, that could drive any family crazy, yet somehow those are the things we notice missing the most right now. Like that viciously loud bark whenever someone approached our house- who am I kidding whenever someone dared to walk on our side of the street. There was no other dog who would eat his food the same way as you – stringing it ALL across the floor. Or the way you would steal the boys toys and chew on them- “little people sets” and hockey pucks had to be your favourite. Or what about the treasures you would find and claim as your own, dropping beside your food bowl in hopes nobody would notice – such as an odd sock, small toy, or the most random objects that you found. And the way you would suck on pillows or blankets! But now, none of that seems to matter.
The house somehow feels a little quieter, and a little more empty. We don’t hear the gentle snore next to our bed at night; or the sound of your nails sneaking down the hall in the early hours, we don’t see your excitement to be goalie when the mini sticks come out or the way you would be excited to see the boys waking up. You don’t sit at the top of the stairs waiting for us to come home. Zachary and Alexander have lost their best friend -and we had no time to prepare them for that.
If only we had known it would be our last. You were healthy, and full of life until the moment you weren’t. For that we are thankful. No pain. No suffering. As every other typical day you waited for us to come home, wagging your tail to welcome us upon our return. You ran outside to pee while we went about our daily tasks. And then just as you did on that day in August 2016, you once again chose Zachary as your place of comfort and decided it was time for your final rest there beside his bedroom door.
It all happened within a single moment, yet we are so grateful for the 9.5 years of moments you have left us with.
In our hearts you’ll live forever, until we meet again!
Pet parents: Dean and Susan
Siblings: Zachary and Alexander
Favourite toys: Hockey pucks
Birth/gotcha date: 2016-07-17
Death date: 2026-01-30
Favourite Activity: Running in the woods
Favourite food: He wasn’t given a lot of people food but he knew whose chair to sit under at the supper table 😉
Least favourite thing: Swimming and taking a bath
Amber was my soul dog! She absolutely loved to dive, swim, and hike . We had many wonderful adventures in the trails in the woods behind our house. She got so excited when we walked up the road towards the back woods. She loved to run freely there and never wandered far past my side. She was a champion diver , we could not walk past a dock without her having to take a running dive in , she loved the water so much( except when it was time for a bath – that was a different story ) she has the most loyal , happy, and adventurous personality ever and there will never be another dog like her . She will forever be etched in my heart
Pet parents: Rhonda & Jamie Norris
Siblings: Wexford , Alice , Aine , Shadow
Favourite toys: Cat toys
Birth/gotcha date: 2011-08-18
Death date: 2026-01-29
Favourite Activity: Swimming & Hiking
Favourite food: Chicken
Least favourite thing: Getting a bath
Friends: Ben
Khaleesi loved watching ‘Dateline’ in bed with her Mom. She also enjoyed visiting her Nanny Lil around the bay. 6 minutes into a walk she wanted to be picked up and carried the rest of the way!
Pet parents: April LeGrow
Siblings: Priscilla, Harley and Tripp
Favourite toys: Stuffie
Birth/gotcha date: 2012-06-01
Death date: 2026-01-30
Favourite Activity: Hiding under her blankie
Favourite food: McDonalds French Fries
Least favourite thing: Car rides
Friends: Sushi, Wasabi and Gemma
Our favourite memories of Toby are taking him to drives to get pup cups and timbits and cuddling in bed with his blanket and pillow
Nicknames: Toby bear, Princess
Pet parents: Carter and Bella
Siblings: Dexter and Jax
Favourite toys: Blanket
Birth/gotcha date: 2013-12-28
Death date: 2026-01-26
Favourite Activity: Going for Pup Cups
Favourite food: Pup Cups
Least favourite thing: Loud Noises
Some of our favourite memories include weekends at the cabin; good morning kisses; watching her patrol the street from the living room window; her adoration of large dogs (Aria thought she was much bigger than she actually was!); playing with her and her toys; being greeted eagerly every time we came home………..and so much more
Pet parents: Patricia and Tony
Favourite toys: Squeak toys
Birth/gotcha date: 2015-05-29
Death date: 2025-12-25
Favourite Activity: Doing zoomies in the garden while her dad was mowing grass
Favourite food: Chicken
Least favourite thing: The doorbell
Friends: All staff and pups at Markwin Daycare
Welcomed to our family in 2012, Sandy was the pride of our household. Bringing us over 13 years of joy, happiness, and precious memories, he will be deeply missed. Over the span of his life, Sandy had several things he enjoyed. With the rattling of the car keys, Sandy’s excitement level would rise as he knew it was time for his daily walk. Sandy loved exploring the walking trails in Mount Pearl and surrounding areas and visiting his friends at the local dog park. In the summer months, Sandy could be found on the back of the motorcycle, going for a ride with his very own goggles intact. To say Sandy was spoiled would be an understatement. Having an abundance of toys, he loved opening his own gifts on his birthday and at Christmas. Poking his head into the bags, he was truly just like a child. Sandy would often have his attention focused on the TV and would not miss the opportunity to bark at other dogs whenever they appeared. Sandy was also adored by his relatives, who were happy to see him on his vacations to Harbour Breton. Sandy knew he was loved by all and would always make sure to return this love. Whether you were gone for five minutes or five hours, Sandy would be the first to greet you at the door, tail wagging, with endless kisses to offer. Without a doubt, Sandy lived his life to the fullest. “We can never keep our pets long enough, but we can keep them in our hearts forever.” Until we meet again, Sandy. We will never forget you.
Pet parents: Gary, Janice, Adam, Nicholas
Siblings: Brandy
Favourite toys: Blue Squeaky Ball, Johnson, Dish Towels
Birth/gotcha date: 2012-05-04
Death date: 2026-01-28
Favourite Activity: Walks, Motorcycle Rides, Dog Park
Favourite food: Chicken, Treats
Least favourite thing: Swimming
My favourite memory of Charlie was loving spending time with his dad
Nicknames: Bud
Pet parents: Jim and Paula
Siblings: Molly and Sophia
Favourite toys: stuffed mouse
Birth/gotcha date: 2010-09-10
Death date: 2026-01-15
Favourite Activity: lounging on the back deck in summer
Favourite food: tuna
Friends: Molly and Sophie
A lifetime would still never have been long enough with you. On January 28th we said goodbye to our entire world—our precious fur baby, our constant, our greatest love, Jase.
For ten beautiful years, you were woven into every part of our lives, filling our days with joy, comfort, laughter, and unconditional love. The heartbreak we feel is indescribable, a pain so deep it reaches every corner of our hearts.. It feels like we’ve lost a piece of our soul. We don’t know how to navigate this world without you in it, as the biggest part of our identity was being “Jasers parents”.
The quiet that fills the house now is deafening, a constant reminder that you’re no longer here. I can’t seem to grasp the fact we will no longer wake up hearing the soft tap of your paws, or come home to your excited little whines that always made us smile. We will miss the way you loved your “pig/piggers,” and how your big, comforting snores filled the air as we drifted off to sleep. You were the heart of our home.
Losing you has changed us forever, because loving you changed us forever too. You made us better, kinder, and fuller, sweet “Dobby/Doberino/Mr. Dobby”. What an incredible privilege it was to love you with our whole hearts.
We hope you’re running free now—chasing balls, enjoying all your favourite treats, and have your pig/piggers close. But more than anything, we hope you know just how deeply you are loved. You were our baby, our family, our home. The love Mom and Dad have for you will never fade, and neither will the memories of the happiness you brought into our lives.
You are the best boy there ever was; missed beyond words and loved beyond measure. We will carry you with us always, in every heartbeat, every memory, and every quiet moment. Until the day we meet again, rest easy our sweet boy.
All our love, forever and always
— Mom and Dad ♥
Nicknames: Dobby/Dobberino/Mr.Dobby/Jaser
Pet parents: Mitchell and Jessica
Favourite toys: His small pig
Birth/gotcha date: 2015-04-29
Death date: 2026-01-28
Favourite Activity: Walks/Fetch
Favourite food: Plain Glazed Timbits
Least favourite thing: Getting his nails trimmed
Watching her “strut” on her walks and having her snuggle or “scooch” tight beside you! – and lay down the law to her big brother Geo…
Everything Honey – those are our favorite memories!
Pet parents: Scott & Yvette
Siblings: Heid (Mama) & Geo (Big Brother)
Favourite toys: whatever Geo has…
Birth/gotcha date: 2017-08-20
Death date: 2026-01-27
Favourite Activity: cuddling
Favourite food: Beef Treats
Least favourite thing: Blueberries