In Memoriam

In Memoriam Beautiful loving goofy Finn was a special dog. He was a young Lab/Collie mix who was unfortunately very very ill; he could not properly digest any type of food. Gerdy did every test and every procedure possible to (...)

Roxy , one of Gerdy s rescued souls has passed away at the ripe old age of 17… that makes the old gal a centenarian for her breed! She entered our lives at an old age but with still so (...)

Remembering Sam How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard. A.A.Milne There are so many words to describe Sam; rescue, lab cross, mud puddle lover, gentle giant, brave, George Clooney handsome, blind, therapy dog, but (...)

It is with great sadness and a huge broken heart that I have to tell you that my sweet little angel, Bree, passed away Thursday, February 1st, 2018. Bree was a sweet-tempered little girl who lived life on her terms. (...)

Hi to all at Gerdys, I wanted to ask if you would place this beautiful pic on your in memoriam page for me. Moka is a Gerdys rescue along with her partner in crime Memphis. (Gerdy will remember them) I (...)

I adopted my darling Keffi boy (known as Happy then) from Gerdys when the Underdog Club had their boutique in Westmount in 2009. I was in charge of the volunteers and Gerdy arrived one day with this gorgeous boy that (...)

Ginger, our beautiful red-headed girl left us suddenly on November 30,2017 of what is believed to be a heart attack. Ginger joined our family on July 13, 2015 and was only 4.5 years when she left us. She was beautiful, (...)

Here they are on day one.... Hi all With deep sadness, Lucy Basset, one of the original « three amigos » has made her way to the rainbow bridge. She had heart problems and Jeremy didn’t want her to suffer (...)

“I wanted to let you know about the passing of Tobias (he was called Poco when he was with you). He passed away on Saturday 4th November after having spent 10 years with us. We adopted him in 2007, along (...)

To let you know, Palmer (Charlot) the basset hound we adopted from you passed away on Monday. He fought a courageous battle with cancer but finally told us it was time. He took a piece of our hearts with him (...)

It was an amazing gift to have Layla in our lives even for such a short time. Layla was a diva and she was treated as such - well deserved. She stunned the world with her natural beauty and most (...)

My dearest Gentle Ben, I hope you knew that I loved you so completely. I hope you knew that in my eyes and so many others, that you had the biggest heart that ever existed. I hope you knew that (...)

In loving memory of our GOLDIE She lived a wonderful life and was loved and spoiled to the very end when she suddenly and unexpectedly passed away due to Renal Failure. Goldie was 16 years old and was loved by (...)

In memory of Kitana A beautiful cat who enchanted the whole family for over 10 wonderful years. We will all miss you. With Love, The Farkas, Bolla and Howard family

August 31, 1995 - February 17, 2008 Dear Friends, The house is empty - the silence deafening. He's not at the door to greet us- tail wagging and so proudly carrying around a shoe or two. He's not here to (...)

1987 - 2008 My noble redcat, who passed away in January, at age 21 years. He was a fine fella and a noble spirit, he will always be remembered. Ellen Jacobs

It is with great sadness that Gerdy’s Rescue announces that dear Nikita, Compassionate Placement to Josee, has passed away. Josee plans to write us about her experiences with Nikita, who though elderly, was a wonderful companion to her and her (...)

TOM, the little black kitten, son of Little Mama that's currently up for Adoption, passed away peacefully in his sleep. He was not sick, just called over the Rainbow Bridge early. Now a little angel, he has his Happy Home (...)

"In memory of Milly my little girl and my best friend, you are always in my heart." Mike

On July 3rd 2007, my beloved dog, Zaira, was killed after being run over by a car twice before the woman drove away. Zaira was such a loved dog in my neighbourhood, adored by children and adults alike. She was (...)

At age 17, Denis left this life peacefully. He was an elderly Bichon/Poodle mix found wandering on a street downtown, his coat so filthy it looked black. Gerdy was called and took him over. He was cared for by Jocelyne (...)

Molly was a little poodle mix when she came to us 3 years ago, a worn-out producer of puppies at a backyard puppy mill til age 8 years. She was so auto-immune that she was allergic to all dog foods (...)

Mon petit Boudha, tu seras toujours dans nos coeurs. Nos vies etaient meilleures avec toi. Avec amour et tendresse, Ane et Felix

Dec. 18, 1992 – June 19, 2006 Our beloved “Big Black Dog” came to us at 7 ¼ pounds, weighed in a mixing bowl. She was one of a rescued, unwanted litter of 10. Mama was a Golden Retriever and (...)

What can one say about a most wonderful little doggy, except that she was all those things. She was the little girl with the big heart – in more ways than one! We were so blessed to have had her (...)

May 1991 - February, 2006 We will be known forever by the tracks we leave (Dakota Proverb) Smokey was so much more than a cat and beloved pet. He was part of a family that relied on his wisdom, grace, (...)

A very special cat who is greatly missed. Rita

A much loved friend and loyal companion. Marjorie

In memory of a saucy, but loving, feline who came to us through Gerdy's Rescues at the age of 7. Even though we only had three years together, her spirit and presence will long be remembered and missed. Valerie A.

Poucette was a stray who was lucky enough to have found a wonderful foster home and love during the last weeks of her life. Most likely hit by a car, she was found and cared for by Anne, who also (...)

"Despite everyone's best efforts, we could not save Tiger from the diabetes that ravaged him this past summer. He went on to join my mother in heaven. I took care of Tiger for three years, after he and I both (...)

Charlie (1991 - 2005) Beloved Basset Hound member of our family, Charlie began his new life with us in 1993, having been abandoned at the age of 1½. As a result, Charlie was frightened and unsure about people for most (...)

Moffatt (1989 - 2005) Dear little tabby girl with ‘squirrel paws’, companion of Spike. She enjoyed her weekly skirmishes with Frankie and imaged herself to be Moffat of the Serengeti in the basement hunting spiders. Much missed by her family. (...)

June 30, 1993 - March 31, 2004 Sargent was the lighthearted, light-faced shepherd everyone always wanted. He was beautiful, majestic, photogenic, caring, soft and sweet and the love he brought to us was of the unconditional kind. Sargent was our (...)

A kind black Lab mix who never met a food he didn't like, who welcomed foster dogs and cats into his home with generosity of spirit and who blissfully failed obedience classes but got his certificate for good attendance. He (...)

In memory of Carrie, a sweet, gentle and loving dog. Hers was a long happy life, lived graciously and serenely. I would like to think that she is now fishing with Kip, who generously shared his abundant confidence and love (...)

In memory of Rory, who had come so far in the two short years I was privileged to have him. Each day was an adventure for him and a challenge willingly met by me. I only wish there could have (...)

Ginger (Spunky) died where he was happiest, in the country. He purred often and loudly, insisted I take afternoon naps with him, and put up with his brother Cedric's constant licking and cuddling. Though not yet two, he got to (...)

He was a beautiful black cat that one day walked into my life. I found him at my front door one cold January evening. He was there for almost the whole night, until I welcomed him in. He stayed with (...)

"Gorgeous George" the Goldfish. Survivor of the Ice Storm '98. Enjoyed providing cat TV in our household for seven years. Roger and Judy C.

In memory of my beloved dogs, Lucy and Degas. Margot À la mémoire de Lucy et Degas. Margot

In memory of my beloved cat Toby, 18 wonderful years together. Josie À la douce mémoire de mon chat bien-aimé Toby, 18 années merveilleuses passées ensemble. Josie

In loving memory of Brina, who came into our family as a frightened adult needing much loving care and left this world much wanted, much loved, and unforgettable to all those who knew her. Brina was the elderly mentor to (...)

We named the kitten Valentina, meaning "strong, vigorous, healthy", because we hoped it would give her the strength to survive and to be well again. She was in distress from the last stages of a difficult labour when found and (...)

You were a very special soul. Your gentle spirit touched us deeply. We so much wanted to give you a chance to be cared for and loved. But it was not to be. Your heart began to fail and, sadly, (...)