Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, St. Louis Area, LLC

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In treasured memory of a gorgeous Tortie kitty named Agnes <3 She was a beautiful, strong, resilient girl! She and her Mom only met a few years ago. Agnes was in need of a forever home...and Mom had a lovely home to share, and a lot of love to give <3 So precious Agnes found herself in a wonderful retirement home! She enjoyed many snuggles with Mom...watching birds and squirrels out the window...eating lots of yummy snacks...and all the toys and kitty gear a cat could ...want <3 Life was amazing for Agnes and her Mom! But in recent days...Agnes had grown weak and frail...and Mom knew that she had done everything possible to help - but it was time to set her girl free from her struggles. Agnes curled up in Mom's arms...and peacefully drifted into her forever sleep from the comfort of home. Rest well, precious girl - you were deeply loved and you will never be forgotten <3 See more

In treasured memory of a gorgeous Border Collie named Sky <3 She was a smart, loyal dog...and she had a loving family who gave her an incredible home! Sky absolutely loved to run! She was a dog who needed a job...and her favorite "work" was to play fetch! The tennis ball brought her much joy...and brought a smile to the faces of her family as they watched her work and play <3 Sky was a beloved family member...and a connection to a beloved member of the human family who... has passed away. She held a very special place in the hearts of all who knew her <3 Together...they enjoyed 16 years of Sky's amazing life <3 But in recent times...that sweet girl was really struggling. Her family did all they could to help her. Sky had wonderful care, and her family modified their home to make life easier for their girl <3 But this week, they knew that Sky was too tired to continue <3 They spent time with her...gave her good food...and then surrounded her with love as she drifted into her forever sleep from the comfort of home <3 Rest well, precious one - you were deeply loved and will never be forgotten <3 See more

In forever loving memory of a gorgeous black and white kitty named Oreo <3 She was a beautiful girl...and she found a forever home with an amazing family! The family convinced Mom to get a kitten...and when she finally agreed...to her surprise, that precious kitty became a beloved friend <3 Of course everyone in the family loved Oreo! And Oreo adored all of them as well! But she was Mom's special little kitty girl <3 Oreo loved to snuggle on laps...she was a sweet, l...oving cat, and she enjoyed making new friends...human, canine and feline! When another kitty joined the family, Oreo was the quiet boss kitty! Sweet Ginger always groomed Oreo, and helped her stay pretty <3 For 19 years, Oreo was a beautiful presence in the home...she brought joy, smiles, and freely gave love to her people <3 But lately her body had grown weak and frail...and her family knew that the time had come to set her free <3 Oreo got to curl up in Mom's arms and peacefully drift into her forever sleep <3 Rest well, precious one - you were deeply loved and will never be forgotten <3 See more

In forever loving memory of a very handsome Border Collie named Rooney <3 He met his forever family when he was a young, bouncy pup...full of energy! His Moms loved him from the day they met him, and Rooney had an incredible home <3 He absolutely loved playing ball! It may have been the thing Rooney loved most in life! But he also adored his people. When Mom was pregnant...Rooney was very protective of her. And although it took a little bit of time to adjust to a bab...y human in the family...Rooney loved her too <3 Rooney was also a good buddy to his canine family - he was just an amazing dog! And for 13 years, he and his family enjoyed life, companionship, and joy <3 But lately, Rooney's body had grown painful and tired. He was resilient...and when Mom brought out the tennis ball on his final day...he found the energy to chase it <3 But his family knew the time had come to set him free from his struggles. They built a fire in the backyard...played ball and fed him bacon...and surrounded him with love as he peacefully drifted into his forever sleep <3 Rest well, handsome boy - you were deeply loved and will never be forgotten <3 See more

Reposting with extra pictures of this handsome boy! <3 In treasured memory of a handsome boy named Norm <3 He was rescued after a difficult start to life...and he hit the jackpot with his forever family! They adored him, and understood that he had things to overcome <3 Norm was a sweetheart, and he loved his family dearly! He was always making them smile with his silly, sweet ways. He had a wonderful life...full of belly rubs, fun in his awesome back yard, yummy sna...cks, and an abundance of love <3 But in his older age, handsome Norm was dealing with bladder cancer. His family did all they could to help him stay happy as long as possible - and Norm was a resilient, brave boy <3 Lately, though, his family saw him really struggling...and they knew the time had come to set him free <3 They fed him a yummy yogurt treat...he enjoyed the sunshine with his canine buddies...and he was surrounded with love as he peacefully drifted into his forever sleep <3 Rest well, handsome boy - you were deeply loved, and will never be forgotten <3 See more