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Gentle Goodbyes, 219 W. 40th Street, Boise, ID (2025)

01/23/2025

Dewey

Dewey was adopted from The Humane Society in late 2018. He was a shy and timid 4 year old when I rescued him, and when I brought him home into my room he hid under the bed for 3 days straight. It wasn't until day 4 when I finally coaxed him out with some wet food. Since that day he was the sweetest cat I've ever owned. Whether on top of my chest, in the crook of my arm, or right on top of my head as I slept; Dewey was my shadow.

He could be an absolute brat; dragging the dry food bowl across the floor, pawing my face to wake me up in the morning (for his breakfast of course), or meowing like mad while I was in the shower. Now those are some of the things I'll miss most about him. He taught me to be a kinder, gentler man. To take great pleasure in the small things in life; a good meal, a quiet moment with a friend, a warm and comfortable place to kick back. I'll miss him, and will never forget him. I love you Dewey.

01/23/2025

Bella Luna

My best friend of 13 years, Bella Luna, left this world on 11-27-2024. Bella had an unbelievably kind and friendly demeanor. She loved being social, running to new people and animals with tail wagging and never barking even when the doorbell rang. We made it through so many life changing adventures together. I miss her waiting at the door for me when I get home and staying at my side whenever she was with me. She was one of a kind and deserved much more time in this life.

01/23/2025

Arco

Thank you for the wonderful service you provide.

01/23/2025

Luna

October 4, 2015 - November 30, 2024
Adoption Day: August 22, 2019

From the moment that Luna became a part of our family, we knew she would be forever ours. We'll never forget the day we brought her home and she spent the rest of the day taking in the smells of her new backyard. Luna loved to patrol her yard whether it was barking at the birds, or just basking on the patio in the warm afternoon sun. Even though she was a mini dachshund, our girl loved to run. If it was up to her she would do laps in the park until she couldn't walk anymore. Sometimes she would get zoomies at home and she would scrunch her body and run around excitedly. She enjoyed learning tricks for treats, and was wiley enough to sneak food she wasn't supposed to get when no one was looking. More than anything Luna loved to cuddle with her family. She loved spending time sleeping under blankets right next to you for hours at a time. She would burrow under blankets so much it became a game on whether the other person could guess exactly which blanket she might be hiding under. Luna was such a sweet dog that if you were feeling down, she would nuzzle and lick you to make you feel better. She was a wonderful sister when we got our other puppy Stella to keep her company. They were truly bonded and would always do things together. Luna was also very patient and loving when our daughter became a part of our family. Our daughter loved Luna so much that the first thing she'd do every morning was run up to Luna and give her pets. There are so many more stories we have about our sweet girl. Five years wasn't enough time to spend with her, but we enjoyed every moment of it. These are memories we will always treasure and hold close to our hearts. Rest in peace Luna and thank you for being our good girl. We will miss you dearly and we will always love you.

01/23/2025

Barley

I met Barley on a cold and wet November day in a muddy backyard. He was the last puppy of the litter. My friends rescued his brother Porter. Barley came along when Herbie was sick with cancer. After we lost Herbie, I told Barley you’re no Herbie but you’re all right. We knew right away Barley was special. We Learned that he was blind in his right eye, which explained his penchant for going in counterclockwise circles. A very well paid Doggie Neurologist once explained, after a thorough assessment and bloodwork that Barely was, ”…he’s…he’s just different.” The exuberance and the joy with which he lived, his life was intoxicating. Due to our shared neurosis, anxiety and social awkwardness Barley, and I soon became the best of friends. We seemed to understand one another. I’ve often said he may not have been very smart, but he was pure joy. He experienced only kindness and love in his life. He was a big brother to Zella and that weird kid that goes in circles to countless foster dogs. He was a good boy.

This parts for Barley.
I don’t want it to ever end. The snuggles the nuzzles and the nose kisses. I want to remember every moment of it, the smell of your breath, your funky face, the top of your head and your feet. I want to hear, the sound of your snuffles and you’re snoring and the way you howl when a firetruck goes by. I want the memories of sharing a sleeping bag, swimming together, playing fetch, your excitement over car rides and coming to work with me to remain clear in my mind.
You’re a good boy.

01/23/2025

Maverick Hogan

Maverick, named after the first Top Gun movie, a rescue from Lewiston Idaho was our trusted wingman. Always insuring squirrels, fish, people, and even the chairs on the patio were herded and organized, he gave us 18 years and 9 months of his happy face and boundless energy. We are grateful to have had him shape our lives in ways we could never have dreamed. Godspeed Mav!

01/23/2025

Lucky
Fall 2009 - Dec 20, 2024

Lucky was laid to rest in the same home he was born in (rather, the home he was brought into, as he was born feral in the back yard).

I found Lucky when I was 15 - approx 3 weeks old, abandoned by mom, siblings had died. Lucky was very sick too and basically dead on my doorstep, but I refused to give up on him. I think his eyes were still closed. I brought him in, bottle fed him every 2-3 hours, gave him medicine multiple times a day and nursed him back to health. I drug him around in a box, even to my high school and others’ houses, just to make sure he was healing and growing strong.

My Luckies is a fighter, as he miraculously pulled through, and earned his name Lucky. A few years later, he would suffer from stomatitis, causing the worst breath and drool, and he was so grumpy. The vet pulled all but 3 canines and a few front incisors. My cat’s demeanor changed after that day, and he became the sweetest love.

My Lucky has been with me through my teenage years and into adulthood, has moved all over Idaho with me and even went to Japan with me for a year. He’s been through my happy times and heartache, through marriage and divorce, and everything in between. He loved whipped cream, bread, warm fireplaces, sunny spots, chewing on grass, rolling in the dirt outside and chin scratches. He was very grumbly and grumpy, hissed a lot, he would bite my ankles as I passed by, taunting me into a game of tag. But he was also the sweetest, goofiest big boy and I will miss him dearly. He is survived by his small dog brother. They have grown up together, picking on each other yet loving each other every day. Lucky was “his kitty” to his dog brother.

I’m the lucky one, because I had 15 years with him. Cancer snatched away his body faster than his spirit could handle, and I hope he knows I let him go out of love and desiring his peace. Letting him go was my last act of love in looking out for his best interest. There is a void and hollowness within me where he once was, but I know I’ll see him again someday, and I know he’s close even still. How lucky am I to have something so special that makes saying goodbye so hard? I love you, my baby boy, my sweet Lucky kitty.

01/23/2025

Archie, age 16, left us on Dec. 23, 2024.

In our Buddhist practice, this mantra reminds us death is part of life: The Five Remembrances

I am of the nature to grow old.
There is no way to escape growing old.
I am of the nature to have ill-health.
There is no way to escape having ill-health.
I am of the nature to die.
There is no way escape death.
All that is dear to me and everyone I love are of the nature to change.
There is no way to escape being separated from them.
My actions are my only true belongings.
I cannot escape the consequences of my actions.
My actions are the ground on which I stand.
Still, it is difficult to part with those we love.

This poem by Donna Ashworth can bring comfort to humans when we lose a loved one, including a furry family member like Archie:

On those Days

On those days when you miss someone the most as though your memories are sharp enough to slice through skin and bone remember how they loved you.

Remember how they loved you and do that for yourself. In their name in their honor. Love yourself as they loved you. They would like that.

On those days when you miss someone the most. love yourself harder.

01/23/2025

Mittens

One day about 20 years ago while sitting in Dr. Shackelford’s vet office I encountered another patron who was there with Mittens as a pre-mature kitten getting checked out. I decided then and there she needed to come home with me. Mittens lived a great life as an in-door cat who was spoiled with tons of love. There is always a hole when we lose our pets but knowing that Doc was the first person to check her out as a baby and then send her over the rainbow bridge was a full circle of love.

01/23/2025

Eva

Eva was the best dog. I had her for 18 years and she was with me through many stages of life. I will miss her every single day.

01/23/2025

Simple

Ahh...Simple. Such a cool cat. Mighty hunter. Excellent at fetch. Compact heater. Doggy intimidator (up to 60 pound pitbull) And best little brother to George.

Simple was actually brought home for George who always wanted a kitty companion. Simple may not have liked any other animal he encountered but he and George were best friends.

One of our favorite memories is Simple's first encounter with rain. He hated getting wet. He tried walking outside, felt the moisture and quickly backed up inside, sat down, you could see the gears turning thinking it out and RAN as fast as he could through the door to the other side of the patio. Oh, no! It's wet there too. Abort mission.

Thanks for gracing us with your life Mr. Simple.

01/23/2025

Rusty
7/23/15-12/22/24

Rusty was one of a kind. He was loved by everyone that knew him. He will be sorely missed by all.

01/23/2025

TBone Donnelly
2012-2024

TBone was our friend, faithful companion, and family member we never knew we needed. We got him, as a puppy, to be my son's companion, but he ended up being mine. I never understood why other people were so crazy about their pets. Because of TBone, a Pitbull who never knew he was supposed to be mean or vicious, or anything other than such a loving , protective, loyal, sweetheart of a soul, I am now that crazy person who has to stop anytime I see another dog. I want to pet them and tell them how amazing and loved they are.

For thirteen years he was a constant in our lives, so excited to greet us when we came home, wanting nothing more than to be by my side and love me and my sons unconditionally.

My heart is broken, I miss him every single day, but know that he is out of pain and has no more cancer. It brings me comfort knowing he had a good life with people who adored him.

12/10/2024

Tucker
1-9-2009 11-9-2024

Thank you for helping us say goodbye to Tucker. I really appreciate your help during this very difficult time. You had us trained from day one! Thank you for all the love you brought to our family. Thank you for being there for me through all the ups and downs. You adapted so well each time we moved--so many moves! You were the one thing that I could count on to never change--happy just to be with us. Thank you for all the road trips and car camping along the way. You made me feel protected and safe. Thank you for greeting us at the door every day and sharing your bed with us every night. Thank you for giving me a reason to get up every morning. Thank you for hanging on so long. It comforts me to know you are no longer in pain and that your spirit is free. God knew how much I needed you in my life. You are the best dog ever! Love you forever sweet boy!!

12/10/2024

Dewi
11/23/24

Our beautiful Dewi left this life after 13 yrs, and the sad loss of his joyful, vibrational energy in our home and our life is definitely felt. It's painful and ghostly. He added such another beautiful dimension to our life, and it's so hard to say goodbye and go through the grief. Dewi was a calm, confident, but silly force of presence in a beautiful physical body, and the memories of him will be forever in our hearts. He will now be with his lifelong companion Dora, who left not long ago (also posted on this site Jan 31, 2023).

12/10/2024

Fargo

Doctor and Tech were very kind and professional. It was the right choice at the right time. My second best friend for nearly 14 years was ready to go to squirrel heaven. We’ll miss her. Thanks.

12/10/2024

Ebony Bonnells
11/9/2024

Ebony Dawn of Star Thunder she is born 7/2/2010 and she is died at 11/9/2024. I had her put to sleep because was not doing good. She was not eating and she was losing weight. She was 14 1/2 years old. And she has left big void in my life. She had 2 litters of puppies, a total of 9 puppies. I wish that I would have keep one of her little girls. Her Mother's name was Sasha Mia Ling Le the litter that Sasha had was four boys and the last was Ebony so a total of 5 puppies. Her father's name was Cody Felix of Star Thunder. I hope that this pictures of Ebony will work for you.

12/10/2024

Lola

Lola you were a one in a million. You went too soon and you were a huge part of our family. I will miss your beautiful brown eyes always watching me. I loved our morning walks in the Greenbelt watching you prance like a dear while you looked for squirrels. You were a gift from heaven and you will always live in my heart.

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