Memorial Wall

My sweet Jesse, you were our sunshine for nearly two decades. We miss you every day. 

Deanna & Marisa

My husband rescued 5-month-old Max in November 2002 from behind a dumpster. I rescued Tala in July 2003 after someone found her lying in the middle of a gravel road. Luckily, a cat person saw the 3 lbs. kitten before harm befell her! Based on Tala's lifelong behavior, she most likely thought the road was a good place to nap. Max and Tala bonded the same day we brought her home. Max was nurturing, and Tala flushed under his care. They did everything together until Tala died of cancer on March 29, 2018. Max passed from cancer on November 5, 2018, but I suspect from a broken heart too. I will forever miss Max and Tala. They were my companions, confidants, and comrades in life. I take solace in knowing they are keeping each other company in an afterlife filled with boxes, sunbeams, rattle balls, crinkle fish, and plenty of soft, warm places to sleep.

For my Dad, Dwight Harvey. He loved his Cats: Bear, Jumper and Tippy very much. He was a Father, a Veteran, a Nurse, a UC Berkeley Graduate, an Ornithologist, a trained Chef, an Orchid enthusiast, and a Children‚Äôs Book publisher. He devoted his life to saving animals at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife services where he worked for 25+ years getting animals in California listed as Endangered & Threatened species so they could be protected. I am very thankful for Happy Tails for taking care of his Cats and finding them good homes. I love and miss him very much. 

A one of a kind cat (furry human) of 18 years who was loved dearly by my son Kevin and his wife Amy. Everyone who met him learned stories about his adventures chasing squirrels, chickens, and small dogs! He had quite a life growing up around young college friends. He went missing for a month but was just staying with a neighbor not too far away the whole time! 
He definitely left a legacy and a place in Kevin and Amy‚Äôs hearts that can‚Äôt be replaced. He was a tough guy who grew into a mellow cat who loved laying in the sun outside. My son‚Äôs ‚Äúboy‚Äù‚Ķ.Safe journey, Sylvester. 

Thank you for 15 great years

In loving memory of the best three-legged cat ever, Soya (19 years old). She was a fighter who never complained, loved sunbathing, and lap time. You will always be missed and never forgotten.  We love you to the moon and back.   

Confetti, a sweet friendly cat, who was adopted from Happy Tails 13 years ago. 

Always love you!

You're the best grumpy old man and we miss you. 

Love you forever,

Jack, Joe, and Susan

My dearest son, My Super Ace. You are a real fighter. Mommie loves you with all my heart. Thank you for being mommie's best friend. I'm forever grateful for you. Please have a speedy recovery and please respond well to the treatments. So that we'll take more road trips together again. You are always mommie's Super Boy.

June 2010 -  July  2021
my precious Betty.  She was a tiny, four week old ball of fur when fate brought us together.  She quickly captured my heart with her bigger than life personality.  Betty was the happiest, most lovable kitty with a never ending zest for life!  I miss you every single day my sweet Be'be'.  Thank you for adding so much joy and laughter into my life.  Love you forever my sweetie.

A dear sweet cat and member of the family that changed our lives more than we understood.   

Cash was a sweet boy who loved his sister Mae Ling and Lily. He also loved his new sister Christmas who he enjoyed giving nose kisses to. Cash passed this year November 11. Just wanted to donate in his honor this year for his love of the kitty‚Äôs in his life. He is missed and life is less colorful without him. Puppy kisses Cash. 

On  her 100th birthday (January 17, 2021) I am making a donation in her name to honor her work with animals throughout her lifetime.  Classy lady who will be missed.  Thank you for all you did to make us laugh and show your love of all animals

Dana McCullough

Fairfleld, CA

In memory of Russ Henry.  A larger than life man, with a love for tiny dogs. 

Your presence on Earth and in the Ferguson Family will always be a present of unconditional love. Your pack loves you and misses you.  

Thanks for 20 years of snuggles! 

You were my soul cat and I miss you ever day baby boy.

- Felicity

"When I'm around animals, I don't pay attention to people." - Betty White

Betty was an animal lover and it showed. Here's to you, Betty! 

It was one year ago today that our little Aldo passed away after having been ill. He was adopted from Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary as a kitten by our daughter in 2013 when she was attending Sacramento State University. Upon our daughter‚Äôs graduation, Aldo moved in with us in Southern California, becoming our third cat fur baby. When he joined our family, we gave him the middle name Luna. He eventually ‚Äúcame home‚Äù to the Sacramento area when we relocated to West Sacramento in 2019. Sadly, he took ill in November 2020, and he passed away on February 2, 2021. He was the sweetest, most loving little boy and we miss him terribly‚Ķ.as does his two older ‚Äúbrothers‚Äù. We love and miss you, little Aldo Luna!

Love,
Virginia & Bret (your mama & papa),
Emily (your original mama),
and
your brothers, Frankly & Sydney

In honor of Emily, may all of the cats in need find a great and loving home.

We love you Bella! Thank you for your many years of kittycat love!

Lucille DeRose was a longtime volunteer at Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary and she and her husband Fred gave a home to some of the more difficult-to-place cats. Lucille enjoyed many good books and articles with a cat on her lap.

To one of the most beautiful woman I have ever known. We have lost you but heaven gained another angel. 

Adam Gilzean. We miss you every day. Thank you for adopting Monty and giving him a happy, loving home. He misses you, too. Big brother is taking good care of him. Love Mom & Dad

21 and a half years still wasn't long enough. I know you and your brother are together again but I'm going to miss your meezer mrats for the rest of my life.

- Felicity

Mermaid was adopted when she was about 10 years old. We cared for her for the next 14 years. Lucille passed away on 2/16/22

the Sweetest kitty. P Bear, Miss P. You will be dearly missed, thank you for sharing your cuteness with all of us. 

You will be missed, but your love will never forgotten. Thank you for your years of love, smiles, and companionship. 

In Loving Memory of Laura A Bruch 1954-2018

<3

We know you and Otis are playing cat games all day.

In loving memory of a very special and talented young man

Love Grandma Frevola & all the Frevola Family 

Aidan, you are so loved by so many. Me and Blair love you so much. I tell Blair stories of how cute you were as a baby and how I would watch cartoons with you in the morning. I hold so many special memories in my heart. Like the time You, me, your mom, and Mima took you to Disneyland for the first time. We will miss you very much, but know that you‚Äôre always around. ‚ù§Ô∏è Love, Uncle Jesse & Blair

From the moment I scrambled to the front of my cage almost 20 years ago to lay claim on her, I loved my momma, Paula, and she loved me right back.  I know you are missing me, mom; but I'm looking forward to our reunion over the Rainbow Bridge one day.  In the meantime, my spirit is always near.

All my love,

Garson

a great guy who loved his cats Gus and Godrick.  You'll be missed.  Go Raiders!  

Rick

Thank you for a beautiful life and years of caring for others including volunteering to place animals in their forever homes. The Johnson, Devito, Palmer Reno Families 

My Aunt Sylvia was a cat lover since I was born!  She had a Siamese cat when I was little that would get on the fridge or counter and attack people as they walked by. Lol!!  Her last cat love was Bananas a beautiful cat whom she loved.  He would hang out with her while she was bedridden for several years and keep her company. I know Aunt Sylvia is in heaven back with her Siamese cat and her family waiting on Bananas. I love you Aunt Sylvia. Tell Dad hi!

Jan Andrew, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend, whose love for animals both baffled (lots of funny stories) and inspired! She would have taken home EVERY stray she ran across if she could have. Her beloved dogs Parker and Remi will surely miss her dearly. Your donations will connect prospective animal lovers with their next fur family member! Thank you for your love and support! 
Jan Andrew Family 

Mary loved all animals, especially dogs.  

A strong spirit, a vibrant life, a beautiful legacy. Carolyn was an avid animal advocate and gave so much of her life to her animals and others in need. She was a blessing to everyone who knew her. Love your Carolyn,

Lisa and Joe Yates

Loretta Powell

A bright shinning light to humans and animals alike! You will be missed!

Love, Corey and Terri (Powell) Strack

The greatest. You are missed.

For their love of cats, especially Tiger.

Rest in Power sweet little tiger

Pasha was the most amazing service dog and beloved family member. RIP sweet girl.

Alice loved both cats and dogs, rescuing many, including very young kittens. If she couldn‚Äôt rescue them, she would bring food to them. She worked with Happy Tails in the past.