Fur-ever Loved: Seven Days Pet Memorials

Arlo Brown, 2008-2022 — Bro Replaced Sister, Best Two Years Ever

Posted on August 15, 2023

Arlo’s sis Eva was with us for 12 years. Beautiful black lab. A year after heartache, Arlo her brother was offered to us at 12 with liver issues but good vet support. He had the best two years on Blueberry Lake. He bounced from yurt to camper to house, visiting his tribe. Each were mutual best friends. Arlo was amazing, the happiest dog ever. He got a cancer sore on his mouth and spent two weeks at the beach with four fur friends a month before. He swam in the lake at 6 a.m. It was heaven on Earth that morning, then he flew. LOVE you two forever. XO

— Love, your Blueberry Lake tribe

Cabot, 2012-2023 — We Hate to Say Goodbye

Posted on August 15, 2023

Adopted in 2014 and named as an ode to her parents’ meeting place, Cabot will always be remembered as our “24-month aged cheddar.” Always preferring to be in the company of humans, her paw prints are left on the hearts of those she met, the paths she walked and the many peaks summited. She was happiest at her final home in Underhill, spending her days frolicking in the flowers, searching for “wild kibble,” snuggling in her pink blanket, resting at the woodstove, begging for waffles and following her baby sister around. From the first moment we met you, we fell in love. Thank you for all you gave to us. Always and forever.

— Mom, Dad and Baby Sister

Taffy, 1987-1999 — Always in My Heart

Posted on August 15, 2023

Taffy girl has left us.

She was — a friend often said — a person in a dog suit. Smarter than most senior managers, more manipulative than most southern belles. Silky and tough, sweet and demanding, a wanderer who loved sitting on a warm lap more than roaming wide spaces. She was a great companion.

The last few months have been difficult. But this morning, it got too hard for her to fight anymore. People said I would recognize when it happened, and it is truly unmistakable.

I will never forget her. I expect to meet her again.

In January, I’ll take her ashes to Colorado to scatter them on a peak above the Big Thompson, where she encountered snow for the first time, running with her nose beneath its surface, then stopping to look back at me with a grin of delight at such a wonderful creation. Ha! It takes one to know one.

— Susan

Jasper, 2009-2023 — Handsome Earth Dog

Posted on August 14, 2023

Thank you for being our sweet, wise, steadfast, and loving companion. We took you everywhere and you loved it. You enjoyed our young grandchildren and you let them love you. You will always be in our hearts. Thank you, dear Jasper.

— Love, Linda and Richard

Belle, 2008-2023 — She Would Sleep Under Our Bed

Posted on August 14, 2023

Belle was a rescue dog when we adopted her. She enriched our lives, and we miss her every day. Barks to greet visitors. Eager for walks. Loyal. Lovable. Escape artist.

— Love, Betsy and Jeff

Duke, 2009-2022 — Sloppy-Kiss Expert

Posted on August 14, 2023

Duke became part of our family at four weeks old. He grew to be 120 pounds and was the best boi. He loved stuffies, rides in the car, ice cream, music and hanging with mom. He passed just before his 13th birthday, and we miss him every day.

— Love, Mom, Haley and Meghan

Obi, 2008-2022 — I’m One With the Food. The Food Is With Me.

Posted on August 14, 2023

Wherever you went, you made all the friends. The best family dog, the best office dog, the best dorm dog. You were the best companion and knew exactly what each of us needed at any given moment. Your only weakness was food. Dubbed “Sir Eats A Lot” by your office friends, there wasn’t any food you wouldn’t eat (except spinach), which kept everyone entertained. You are missed every day.

— It’s time to eat! Love, Mom, Dad and your sisters Vic & Katie

Rufus, 2006-2019 — He's Chasing Squirrels in Heaven

Posted on August 9, 2023

To my sweet prince and loyal companion on the fourth anniversary of your passing: I still think about you every day. I remember the good times we had together: road trips to the Outer Banks, New York City and the coast of Maine; playing ball in the fields behind Burlington College; and running the shores of Texaco Beach when you first learned how to swim at the age of 6. You came to work with me every day for six years and brought so much joy to our workplace and home. I will love you forever with all my heart.

— Johnny and Mary

Edna, 2007-2022 — She Loved a Good Belly Rub

Posted on August 9, 2023

A true athlete, this courageous wiener dog loved to swim, dig, fetch and even paddleboard! We will never forget all the love and support she shared with us during the dark days of the pandemic. May our “Mama Goose” always enjoy an endless supply of baby carrots and give enthusiastic kisses to everyone she meets!

— Love, Don, Shawn and Trixie

Lisa, 2008-2018 — She Gave Eggs and So Much More

Posted on August 6, 2023

Lisa the chicken died of natural causes when she was about 10 years old. Hand-fed from the start, Lisa was a sociable chicken who was excellent at taking dust baths in the bushes, picking potato bugs in the garden and laying delicious eggs. She never minded being toted around on weekend trips in a dog crate and was always a good sport about letting her opponents win at mancala. Lisa, we hope you’re an enjoying an afterlife that is rich in green grass, melon rinds and bugs.

— Love, your family