Hart's Petuary

02/24/2026

🐍 🌈 ROYALTY 🌈 🐍

His Dad is
Kevin Burford

Rest in Peace, Royalty 🖤🐍
Today I’m saying goodbye to my corn snake Royalty, who lived a beautiful 10 years and 3 months. I’ve had her since she was just a week old — a birthday gift from my parents and my science teacher — and from the very beginning she lived up to her name.

Royalty was always different from the rest of her clutch. She was a perfect 50/50 of her parents, her front half resembling her dad and her lower half her mom. Unique, striking, and undeniably herself. She loved being high up in her enclosure, always resting at the very top like she was watching over her little world. Even when she was younger and with her siblings, she would always sleep and stay at the top while the rest remained on the lower portion of the tank or props.

I spoiled her endlessly, and she deserved every bit of it. From her custom 40-gallon Aztec tribal rainforest vivarium to her waterfall and pond — which she adored, even for a corn snake — she lived like reptile royalty. She welcomed me every time I walked in the room and said goodbye each time I left. She loved people, attention, and being handled, but no matter who held her, the second I got close she always came right back to me.

Royalty traveled across the country with me, experiencing more of the world than most snakes ever get the chance to. And even without facial expressions, she was one of the funniest companions I’ve ever had — always watching me with those derpy, curious looks that never failed to make me laugh.

There are countless things I could say about her. I could talk forever about the moments, the memories, and the bond we had. She wasn’t “just a snake.” She was my snake. My best friend. My daughter. She treasured me as much as I treasured her, and losing her leaves an emptiness nothing can replace.

I will always love you, Royalty. I will always miss you. Things won’t be the same without you, but you deserve your rest. Thank you for every moment.

Rest well, sweet girl. You’ll forever be in my heart. 🖤🐍✨

02/24/2026

🌈 🐾 Tallulah “Lula” Belle 🐾 🌈

Mom & Dad
Ami Godfrey & Brian Godfrey

Our beautiful, sweet Tallulah “Lula” Belle passed away early this morning. Sister of Simon, daughter of Chloe and Grady, she was so deeply loved from the moment she was born fourteen and a half years ago and will be loved and desperately missed until the end of our days.

She was a spunky, quirky little gray dilute calico. She was always a nervous girl but we surrounded her with safety, comfort and love and she returned that love to us tenfold.

She spent most of her time being pretty and sweet, laying across Brian’s chest, or on her beloved little cat tree at the back door, or in her Rainbow Brite bed, or on the heated blanket in our sunny bedroom window. Her sweet presence filled our home and the emptiness she leaves is profound.

She always loved when I sang to her. I would often sing “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” to her, and now, that’s where she is. 🌈💔

01/11/2026

12/25/2025

We are blessed to have so many special memories of our fur children!

12/25/2025

On Christmas Day...

Hart's Petuary wishes:

For every dog or cat searching trash cans for breakfast, a filled bowl with his name printed in bright letters.
For every dog who slept fitfully last night, chained in a frozen yard, a soft, warm bed with a person snoring gently nearby.
For every shelter dog or cat, spending Christmas morning in a soiled run, a forever home, filled with sounds and smells of family.
For every "Christmas" puppy or kitten given today, a tolerant, caring owner who won't abandon you as you grow into a real dog or cat.
For every ailing pet, enough money for your owner to pay the bills to make you well.
For every lost dog or cat, a clear, safe road, and well marked path, to lead you home.
For every old and tired friend, a warm fire, and a soft bed, to ease your aches and pains.
and

FOR EVERY DOG & CAT AT THE BRIDGE, A MOMENT WHEN YOU KNOW THAT YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY, MISSED AGAIN AND LOVED FOREVER!!!

Author Unkown

12/07/2025

Dogs, those furry companions that brighten our lives, live a fraction of the lifespan humans do. Yet, they seem to possess an extraordinary ability to find happiness in the simplest of moments, teaching us invaluable lessons about living life with boundless optimism and joy.

It’s often said that dogs are among the happiest creatures or animals, and their unwavering enthusiasm for life can serve as a profound reminder for us humans to appreciate the beauty in every moment.

We have to admire their innate ability to fully immerse themselves in the present . Whether playing or resting they give their full attention to each moment, reminding us to savour life as it unfolds, rather than constantly looking ahead or dwelling in the past ...

J T Alexander

11/27/2025

Hart's Petuary hopes your day is filled with lots of love, wagging tails, and heartwarming purrs!
Vicki Brown

11/12/2025

Hart's Petuary is looking for the perfect animal loving person to join our Hart's Petuary team.

Job requirements:
Operate our pet crematory.
Pick up or lift at least 75/80 pounds by yourself.

You will receive fur babies and/or pick up fur babies from various surrounding areas.
You will need to be a team player!
Be professional, patience, empathetic, respectful and have strong communication skills.
These qualities are essential for interacting with our grieving families.
Accuracy and being meticulous are extremely crucial for ensuring the proper handling of each family and their special companions.

Office Hours
9:00 - 5:00 Monday - Friday

If you feel you are the perfect person for our Petuary team, please email your resume to vicki.brown@heard.services

Thank you,

Vicki

11/01/2025