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Date:29 Jun 1999

Cini, the African Queen reigned from Dec. 13, 1982 to May 17, 1999... she still reigns in spirit.

Date:11 Jul 1999

God couldn't have created a more kind or gentle animal. Rest in peace sweetheart. Dying doesn't seem all that bad if that what it takes to see you again. Heaven should be proud to share your company. Buffy-1987-1999

Date:31 Aug 1999

Dear Loki,

After 5 years I am still missing you........ Now we have Nick. He is a great joy. You would love him to. But you are not alone anymore, dad is now with you. But sometime we all meet again and we will be together forever !! Lots of kisses for you and dad, see you ....

Anneke

Date:19 Sep 1999

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Date:28 Sep 1999

My little Cody died this morning. My heart is breaking. I needed him like he needed me. I try to eat, sleep, and just live, but it's so hard. Cody was my life, my baby. I will never forget the doggie that changed my life. I'll always love you Cody. Your gone, but certainly not forgotten. your lost mommy, Amanda. If anyone needs to talk contact me at Amandahasty@hotmail.com

Date:12 Nov 1999

To our African Queen Cini, Tai made it to 15, well she's taking advantage of being the queen. We miss you little Klingon warrior.

Date: 24 Nov 1999

Heidi - the little whippet lamb  Oct. 28 1984 - June 13, 1996

Date: Nov 1999

Rusty died last night from a lung problem. Rusty we loved you so much! You were so awesome. From us

Date: Dec 1999

 I hate the fact that we live longer than our pets. It seem so unfair. Do I say this because I'm sad she is gone. Or because I must go on.

<I>~ John McAllister ~ </U>

Date: Jan 2000

We just lost our sweet Mina in October. We let her go gracefully after a final year with cancer. I still cry every day, even as I'm writing this. I found her thru Basenji Rescue. We were blessed to get her when she was 8 years old and she would have been 14 this Christmas. What a beautiful girl she was. I get through this pain knowing that she is now free to run and be young and healthy again. If only everyone could be so lucky to have a dog like her just once in a lifetime. We will miss her for the rest of our days.

Date: Jan 2000

To: Wilbur Beast Sullivan Address: Wilbur's Chair, Heaven

Wilbur - We loved you until almost 14, and my last night with you will never be forgotten. Knowing you died in your sleep with no pain has helped a lot, and knowing you chose my chair rather than yours told me how much you loved me too.

Although you died in 1993, your memory is as fresh as all the wonderful pictures we have of all of us.

Phred, Crazy Dazy and Baby Bandit now complete our family on earth, but they know of the legendary "Wilbur Beast" and his superlative capacity to be a hand warmer with his ears! They love you too, but no one could ever take your place.

Love, Tom and Nanci

Date: Sunday, 9 Jan 2000

Tai, you had a sweet gentle old soul, I miss you each time I come to your house to go for a walk. You always met me at the door knowing I would have a special cookie for you. I loved to watch you eat fresh snow, you always had a ball of snow at the tip of your nose. Your deep brown eyes held such love for all of us. Memories of you will always be in my heart.    
Tai- the great white whippet, Oct 28, 1984 - Jan.5, 2000

Grammie

Date: Sunday, 23 Jan 2000

Dear Brownie
3 years have passed, we still miss you our faithful friend.  Thank you for all those
great memories.  Now we have Dex, Brandy, Millie, Bella, Bobby, Holly, and LUCY.

Love Jim and Barbara

Date: Saturday, 29 Jan, 2000

Sally you came to us after your hard racing life unwanted unloved but you found a
special place in our hearts. Run the fields Sal that you loved so much , see you one day.

Date: Sunday, 6 Feb, 2000

My beloved whippet, Belle, passed away this week and I am heartbroken.  She
epitomized happiness and love  and gave me so many precious hours of joy.  I feel as if I've lost my best friend.  I have wonderful pictures of her, but no scanner.  She can best be described as extremely elegant, graceful, expressive, and loving.  
She often wore a look of happiness and excitement, but could melt anyone's heart with her deep, pouty eyes.  I miss her desperately and am filled with sadness.

Nicole

Date: April,2000

Sheba Rottie cross - died 5.3.00

Suddenly taken from me and sadly died in much pain from a ruptured spleen before vet could assist. Great friend or 11 years, still feel pain of the loss of her.  Now have Max, a dobie pup, he will not replace her but will bring some comfort. Miss my long walks with her..

'to the world you were but a part of it'
'but to me you were the world'
'til we meet again'

Maria Nash   

Date: April,2000

This is sad but has a happy ending....I had a Rhodesian Ridgeback. His name
was Indy and I had him since he was a puppy. He was so much fun and a real
friend and companion. Everyone that met him loved him instantly. Our dog
trainer loved him and he was doing very well in training. Even as a puppy he
proved to be a great watch dog and protector of our family. He was always in
a out of the vet's office for some minor aliment. He always licked the
doctors and technicians that worked for the vet. Everyone loved him there.
Then two weeks before his first birthday he got very sick. We rushed him to
the University Of Pennsylvania Animal Hospital for an emergency blood
transfusion. After three days the doctors couldn't figure out what was
wrong. He kept getting weaker and weaker. Then on the fifth day (after 3
blood transfusions) the doctors said he had an auto immune disease and
couldn't give us a prognosis. After the 7th day at the hospital he was well
enough to come home. He was still weak and couldn't get out of his bed. But
his tail couldn't stop wagging. He so wanted to be with his family. I had to
hand feed him but he refused to eat or drink. I took him to my vet and they
said that he might have 2 or 3 days left to live. I stayed home and nursed
him as best as I could but he could hardly keep his eyes open because he was
so weak. It tore me apart to see such an energetic puppy waste away before
my eyes. Then the day came when my family and I had to make the decision to
end his suffering. The day after his first birthday my husband took Indy to
the vet to be put down. I couldn't go. I hugged Indy so tightly as my
husband tried to hold him in his arms. I thought that I would never get
another dog as long as I lived.
Then three days after my dog died the dog trainer called and talked to me
and helped me handle my grief. She also mailed a flyer about Greyhound
Friends. I threw the flyer in a drawer because I didn't want another dog.
Three months later my husband and I were out and about and saw a setup from Greyhound Friends of NJ. I instantly fell in love with these beautiful dogs.
Each dog was filled with so much love and all they wanted was to be petted
and cared for. Each was snuggled up against their owner and were completely
at peace.
I spotted a red brindle male who stuck out because he was so big. He was a
lot bigger than the other males. It turned out that he was up for adoption
and my husband and I fell in love with him. A week later he was ours. We
named him Blaze. Now I'm am in the process of adopting a female. They are
the best dogs to have and when they are adopted they are so grateful. I
think it was meant to be.

L. Connor

Date: May 2000

Saddie and Maggie,
We loved you for 14 and 15 years.  Thank you for teaching Ben manners before you went. He is fine and now has a shelter puppy Barney to play with.  He grieved for you right along with us.  You were the best chows ever.  It's Spring now and we miss you two on our walks to the pond but know you are romping and playing tug like puppies again.

Still missed,
Rob and Betsy

Date: May 2000

My first dog is no longer with us, but he still lives on in memory and in our hearts.  Maybe he can stay in your too!

Kristi

Date: June 2000
 

Bamm-Bamm crossed over the river last evening, June 15, 2000 around 8:30 p.m. It is such a sad
time for us; however, we know we will see him again some day and that he is playing healthy and
happy waiting at the Rainbow Bridge. His Therapy Dog work will be missed. He enjoyed a 
wonderful life and will be very close to our hearts always. We love you Bamm-Bamm and miss you
terribly.

Love,
Mom, Dad and lots of brothers and sisters very disoriented missing their "alpha" brother.

P.S. We hope you are playing "army yuckie" again and enjoying it!

Tim and Kim Maxwell
maxwells_kennel@yahoo.com

Date: July 26, 2000

My beautiful Saluki, Oliver. It will be seven years in October,
and still the tears flow. There are 5 others in my life now, and still the
tears flow. You came into my life at a most difficult time and helped me
through. It is almost as if you felt your job was done and at the young age of
six you went to greener pastures. My consolation is that you are waiting there
with Kazan and all the other hounds we knew. Your coursing buddies often
mention you.

 Love, Cecile

Cecile Bauer
Cecile.d.bauer@ca.eyi.coom

Date: July 2000

To My dear old Barney Goolgle 1959-1969 

Barney was a basset hound that had some history. he was the best dog I ever had.
its been 30 years since his departure but he is still with me. We lost him when
he was poisoned by our neighbors in the summer of 1969

Darla Hawk
Chickenhawk_baby@yahoo.com

Date: Sept 2000

My Basenjis (there has been four of them) have given me lots of patience to understand for wildness, to
respect an independence character, my Greyhound has given me wisdom to understand sensitive with
musculars, my Whippets has given me lots of joy by being such a personalities! I am such a happy to
own these kind of individuals, what a wish to be like a combination of wildness, independent, sensitive,
muscular Personality!

Anita Sandqvist
anita.sandqvist@pp.inet.fi
http://personal.inet.fi/cool/kenzongos

Date: Sept 2000

" scoop" and "Thing" will be in my life forever as they brought joy into my life. Can remember one time when scoop tried to get the last bit of meat out of a plastic 1 gallon pickle jar he was running into things with this jar on his head. a real funny sight and thing was the worlds best super dog as he would run along side with me and alert other that I was running a true friend and personal coach Both of these fine dogs where of the henzie 57 bread but were the best of there breed Hope both of you have met in doggie heaven and will see you upon arrival bow wow and woof woof

lee holden

Date: Sept 2000

My 17 year old yellow lab Buddy could hardly walk...now he flies with the angel dogs.  9/23/00

David

Date: Sept 2000 (this one makes me laugh - a good memory)

Dizzy passed a while ago and we will never forget her unique personality. She could chase
tennis balls forever and not get tired. She protected her family with everything she had in
her. 
She had a bad knee we had operated on and we would pet her and say "poor puppy", she
ate it up. We still laugh because she come over to us and sometimes hold the wrong leg up
to get us to say it! We all loved her so much and know she is a great place with the biggest
tennis ball machine ever. We will see her again one day.

jenni 

Date Oct 23, 2000

i lost my dog cindy on the 23/10/99

sarah 

Date Nov 3, 2000

Daisy, my boxer, was 13 years old when she is died. I like all my dogs, but she will be in my heart always the first.

andreja 

Date Jan 2, 2001

I'd like to say anyone who loses a much loved pet like most of us say we won't have another because of all the heartbreak it causes when they die. I've lost three whippets over the years and have said this a few times but I now know that I will never be without a whippet as they give so much pleasure which must always outway the hurt. We have a duty to rescue and love these beautiful animals. Please visit my site to know more of my addiction. I've cried through all these messages.

Diane Whippet Clayton
http://members.tripod.co.uk/dianeswhippets/dianeswhippets.html

Date Jan 9,2001

Tarsha you will forever be in our hearts. Thinking about your fluffy ears bouncing in the wind will always be a part of my life and the devotion and protection you gave to us over the past 13 years will never be forgotten. You are special and will always be with us. We love you Tarsha and miss you.. See you someday my best friend... xxoo 

Cheryl  
 revere, mass, usa,

Date Jan 11, 2001

chelsea your gone now i miss you so if tears could build a stairway and memories a lane i would go to heaven and bring you back to me my sweet angel girl you are so loved and missed by many god bless you love, mommy dec4-93-dec21,2000 

denice faller 

Date Jan 29, 2001

Mulligan lost his fight with cancer this Thur. 1/25/01. He was our beautiful Golden of 7 years. We will never run out of memories. It was a short hard fight. I can't get it in my head that I will (never) feel his soft fur again. 
We can only now wait till we see him at the rainbow bridge. 
God hold you near til your dad and I get there with you.

Date Jan 30, 2001

After updating the memories page with Mulligan's memory above, I decided to add some thoughts.  When our dogs cross over, I think one of  hardest things to accept is that we can never see them again or hug them? I agree with Mulligan's human on that point. In my mom's words "you feel as if you lose your shadow". But, really they are still with us - in memories, if we remember them they live forever. Our lives are better for having lived with such special creatures. It takes time for our tears to transform to smiles and then we remember with a happy heart.

Deb (remembering  Tai 1984-2000, Cini 1982-1999,  Heidi 1984-1996,
        Paulie 1988-1998, Pippin 1978-1993, Rapunzel 1977-1989,
        and Jose 1960-1978) Thanks for being part of my life!

Date: Feb. 7, 2001

When I was in the 8th grade my family had a boxer/Great Dane mix. He was HUGE, and my mom named him Emmitt. (She is a Cowboy fan) Well, I was working very hard on a science fair project for school, and I needed my mom to take me to the store to get some more supplies. I used chicken bones as my project. I soaked them in different liquids to see which ones provided the most calcium. I soaked the bones in water, milk, lemon juice and bleach. I left the project spread all over the coffee table while we quickly went to the store. I guess you know what happened. When I got back home (we were only gone 10 minutes) my chicken bones were gone...all except one! Emmitt had eaten them all except for the one that had been soaked in bleach. I had to go to school the next day, empty-handed and explain to my teacher that my dog ate my project! Thanks for letting me share my memories with you!

Kelli 

Kelli 

Date: Feb15, 2001

DJ,You gave us so much in such a short time. Daddy, Sam and I miss you so much and the pain seems so unbearable. Your paw prints still remain in the snow and I go look at them everyday until the sun melts them away. I'm taking care of your two favorite balls and when we meet again I will bring them with me. We love you DJ and always will. DJ was a beautiful Golden Retriever,full of life and love,but stricken with bone cancer at the tender age of three. My heart goes out to all of you,for I know your pain. 

Dennis and Vickie Dalton

Date: March 3, 2001

In memory of Jupiter

The King of Snaps
Is a handsome chap
He drools and whines
But mostly dines
And then he takes his nap.

Paula & Dan, February 24,2001

Jupiter: 14 1/2 years old
August 13, 1986 - February 24, 2001
Our chocolate lab had puppies in our home and I was there for Jupiter's birth and we have been inseparable ever since. He lived a wonderful rich life and lived to be an old man--he went his way in his time surrounded by people and everything he loved. I will cherish his memory forever. He is with me forever.

Cindy Montague

Date: March 16, 2001

I've been here before with a message. I am the proud owner of 4 whippets at present. I've owned 7 over 20 years. Dogs have always played a big part in my life. I wasn't allowed one until I was 10years old but I used to go out looking for them in the park and if they were alone I'd consider them homeless and bring them home to my shed. I had it set up with lots of blankets and food and water bowl, toys etc. I kept dogs on and off not really believing they already had a home and they only came with me because I was feeding them. One dog that did not want to go home was a black lab which I named Sooty. I had started secondary school which was only 5 minutes away and Sooty always followed me. I used to shut the school gate and go to my classes but he always found me. This went on for about a year. Sooty, even if he wasn't around in the morning he'd always turn up out side a classroom I was in. I had to keep taking him out of school and missing part of lessons. The teachers were very angry but I couldn't stop him, he always found me. Eventually my form teacher gave me a letter to take to all my classes allowing the dog to stay with me. He had experienced the dog in his classes and knew he only wanted to lye under my desk. This was great news but there were about 4or5 teachers that would not allow it and made me sit outside the classroom with him. This is just a story of how loyal dogs are. I already had my own dog by then but Sooty wasn't interested in her just me. After maybe 18months of being my school companion he just stopped turning up. I can only think he'd had an accident of been picked up by the dog wardens or even a spitefull teacher. But remains in my heart forever.

Diane Clayton March 16, 2001

http://members.tripod.co.uk/dianeswhippets/dianeswhippets.html

Date: April 6, 2001

"MEMORIES"
Four long years now have past
But the cloud of sorrow is still cast
Your memory still so vivid will always last
No matter how many years go past.

So many things about you I still miss
Especially that wet, slobbery kiss
Your greeting at the door I can only wish
But these are now only just a wish.

Longing for you can't bring you back, I know
But I can remember you in my memories aglow
I look at your tree and see you there
But I know it is only my memory again I share.

Someday they say this will all go away
Oh no! because I loved you so forever and a day
You touched my heart with such love in every way
My Sarge, I miss you so today!

For My Beloved Boxer, Sarge

Phyllis Baxter

Date: April 14, 2001

Our dog Max passed away today. April 14,2001. He was only 2 1/2 years of age. Three different vets could not tell us what was wrong with him and it was very frustrating. He died with us next to him. He was a very happy dog. We called him "The Maxinator". As you all know Dalmatians are very happy dogs. When he got sick he just wasn't Max anymore. Our other dog is very sad and confused as to where his buddy is. All we can do now is stay with him and let him know that he is not alone in his loss.

Devan and Molly Storms

Date: 4/17/01

Twinkie died on Good Friday just like Jesus. Now she is with the Angels and Grandma. Rest in peace, my little girl, I love you and miss you and take care of Grandma for me. 

Karen

Date: May 04, 2001

I have been lucky enough to have 8 whippets share 28 of my 46-year life so-far.
Sedge was the 1st one to introduce me to this wonderful breed. He had to be put to sleep at the age of just 13 with failing kidneys.
I lasted 6 weeks with no dog, until at the age of 31 I went to see 4 puppies of a 6-dog litter. Two had already been homed. I weakened and bought all 4 - [2 dogs and 2 bitches] all 6-weeks old!
Flint, one of the boys, tripped at the age of four and broke his neck. He died en route to the vets in the car on my knee. His sister Lucy was especially troubled by his death as they had been great friends. His brother Snuff lived until he was ten and a half but had to be put to sleep suffering from prostate cancer. His sister Elsa lived a further 2 years and had to be put to sleep with a tumour obstructing her wind pipe. She had heart problems too but had lived happily on medication for a year or two coping with her heart disease well.
Lucy was the last survivor and my very special Lucy-Belle. She was my companion and shadow for 15 years and 2 months and I am still heartbroken at having to say goodbye to her (tho' I know it's really only "au revoir" - I have to believe I will see them all again one day!).
She suffered from heart disease for the last 4 months of her life but finally stopped eating due to kidney failure.
Luckily over the past 5 years I have acquired 3 other whippets all in need of a good home. Firstly Pippin came - a large 1 year-old brindle, who is now almost 7.
Next came 4 year-old white William who is now almost 8; and finally 2 years ago a fawn rescue (99% whippet) called Bess who will be 9 in December 2001.
Since Lucy-Belle has gone they all miss her and 3 whippets seems so few!
Hopefully the grief will soon fade and the loss become misty rather than vivid. 

Chris

Date: May 9, 2001

Elmo, our sweet little puppy girl, you were only with us for such a short time; but, boy did you ever find your place in our hearts. Damian asks about where you are-we told him you were in the sky with great-grandpa playing fetch. I am so sorry puppy girl. I am racked with guilt. If only I had let you in to play, you would not have been hit-my heart breaks for you. I hope it didn't hurt. I hope you are safe and warm and know how much we love and miss you. Elmo, you will always be in our hearts. Bye puppy girl.

Erin 

Date: May 9, 2001

To Lacy J You were the best friend Ai could ever have. Your sisters and Ai miss you tremendously. Your Birth on November 29, 1980 was a glorious day until your departure on November 29 1998. Not a day goes by that you are not thought of. And many a day tears come to my eyes as Ai miss you so much. Ai believe when it thunders, You and Panama are playing in heaven in great green fields. Happy will be the day when we can all be together again. I will never be alone, as you are always in my heart. I know you are here in spirit, beside me at times lending comfort at just the right time. We love and miss you, Mom Ai, Carly and Haley, KD too. XXOO


Aileen 
http://communities.msn.com/AustralianBeagels

Date: May 12, 2001

Cynder was sent to us from god. She is missed by her family(mom, dad, and Crystal) and her best friend Bailee. We now have Saybel who keeps Bailee from getting sad.
I think Cynder would love her. We miss her so much and not a day goes by that we dont think of her.
Cynder Jayde Roland 1995-2001

Crystal 

Date: May 27, 2001Comments:

Kreig
1995 - 2001
You came into our lives when you were already two. You touched everyone you met with your beautiful face and sentimental eyes. You battled your illness for us. Although we only had you in our life for such a short time the impact you made can never be forgotten.

Krystyna carlino  

Date: May 31, 2001

My girl, Bubba, died on May 29/01 suddenly. Her stomach twisted and the vet tried but could not save her. I miss you so much B.B. Momma loves you and I'm holding her hand.

Missy 

Date: June 5, 2001

To P.J.:

It's been a little over a month since I had to put you to sleep and I miss you so very much. I know what love is because of you. You were the best thing that ever happened to me (even though you were a little stinker). Love always, my little Goober.

Madison Stedl 

Date: June 11, 2001

In April of 1987 I was doing work at the SPCA in Oakland CA. I had done alot of volunteer work with different groups yet I hadn't had my "own " dog for a long time. Everytime I was there he was still there too. I kept telling him he wasn't quite what I was looking for, but he seemed to know best. I brought home this shaved,fuzzy kees, with deep chestnut eyes and a woo-woo that always made me chuckle. He was two and grew into my beloved companion for 12 1/2 years. We went everywhere together and in time he traveled America, backpacked, camped, kayaked and swam in almost every state. Only twice were we apart,1 day for every year he shared with me. On June 9 2001 upon returning home after putting in order the affairs of my dying father I drove down to pick him up from the person who was watching him. I walked in and knew he was in trouble. He was rushed to the vets but there was nothing that could be done to save his life. A tumor not found at his checkup in early May had ruptured and he was bleeding internally. I had to keep my promise to never let him suffer. I laid down next to him and spooned him just as we would do at night, cradled his beautiful soft head in my arms thanked him for choosing me as his human and sang him you are my sunshine which always made him roll over on his back and smile. He waited for his Mom to come home to him before he left. I have had wonderful dogs in the past, yet Zapata was truly my other half, my better half. He was gentle, affectionate, loyal almost to bright and always the bright light. I am grateful for all that he gave and hope he forgives me for not being there in time for him. His life gave me all that could have been had, and his passing has left a void so large.... Good night Zapata mommy loves you 

catherine avery 

Date: June 14, 2001

Sebastian Bach Von Michael 

--- BASH -----

Born January 1, 1994, Died June 12, 2001
7 1/2 Old Rottweiler

My friend, My heart and soul, 
My baby, 

I miss you and I'm so sorry I wasn't there for you. 

Evan

Evan 
www.evanharris.com

Date: June 18, 2001

On behalf of my brother Andrew and all the family you knew. We love you Saffron you are no longer in pain. Play nicely with your best friend Babs who crossed over last year. We know you missed her. Until we meet again GOD BLESS.

Diane Clayton 
members.tripod.co.uk/dianeswhippets/dianeswhippets.html

Date June 18, 2001

In Loving Memory of Amanda May Lynam-Daniels, our beloved Terrier/Schnauzer mix person. September 15th, 1985 to May 1st 2001. I wrote this letter to her the night before she had to be relieved of her suffering. Since I was away from home, my friend read it to her and it was placed between her front paws when she was cremated. She now rests in a beautiful wooden urn with a picture of her in her glory days. If you are going through the same thing, my heart is heavy with you. Write a letter to your furbaby, companion, special friend. It will help more than you know. 

April 30th, 2001

Dear Amanda May,
I still remember the day you came into my life. It was raining “cats and dogs” and you looked like you just fell down with the last drop, soaking wet and on my doorstep. As guests were leaving you walked in and laid by the fire like you owned the place. And you did from that moment on. You stayed for a week, while I tried to find your home. All the time hoping that you would get to stay with me. Then you disappeared through the trees one day, heading off to where you came from, I went door to door, looking for you, not knowing your name but calling you “Lady”. I found you around the corner, finally at home and hearing for the first time you’re name and the story of how you were a wanderer. 
Several weeks later, you showed up again. When I took you home I was asked if I would keep you for the weekend because of family problems at your home. I was more than happy to do it. On Monday I was asked to keep you forever, and I was only too happy to say yes. So started the next twelve years, some of the best of my life. 
I found out quickly that you were a free spirit. You were not happy unless you were roaming, visiting whatever neighbors you felt like, or doing your favorite thing in the world…going to the beach. You usually came back wet, smelling like dead fish and seaweed. And as happy and proud as you could be. I would scold you and take you in for a bath, then cuddle and hold you. You “promised” you wouldn’t do it again, but the lore of the beach was too much for you to resist. 
I will always remember and have told the story many times of how you went to that beach one day in May. You decided to seek shelter from the heat under the dock at low tide, or just found something really smelly and interesting under there, I don’t really know which. When the tide came in, you were trapped. But as usual, you didn’t panic. You just swam and treaded water. When some neighbors came down to get water to clean clams they dug at low tide, they heard you there. The Police were called, Animal Control, then the Fire Dept, Then the Mayor to get permission to cut a hole in the dock to rescue you. Finally a man I would meet for the first time the next day, Fire Chief Joe Biller donned his wetsuit and mask, he went under the dock and took you in his arms, after a word of encouragement he submerged with you and brought you out with him. It was almost dark by this time. Carol from Animal Control brought you home. I was called at work asking my permission for her to try and save you. I said of course and came right home. She said you were listless and not moving much. I came home to find you sitting in the sink, listless and not moving much, just like normal. You never were excited about much except running away and going for a ride. 
I can’t begin to count all the dollars spent bailing you out of jail. Carol would pull up and you would just jump into the truck and ride in the front seat to the pound. Most normal dogs would run from the dogcatcher. Not you, you loved the attention. Some times you would just run downtown. To the deli on the pier, where they fed you deli meat and cheese. To the County offices, where you walked in on a board meeting and just laid down for a nap. You would follow kids to school, just to be picked up by the police and taken to the pound. And of course the time you got bumped by a car on Main Street, then taken into the Cambey Apartments by an old man who saw it happen and tried to chase down the car. You weren’t hurt, just dazed and a little hungry. The two widowers took you into their apartment, read the phone number on your tag, then cooked you an entire chicken, took the meat off the bone and fed it to you. When one of my roommates went to pick you up (I was at work) you went and hid under a bed…..not wanting to leave yet, probably just waiting for dessert. He had to endure almost another hour of the men playing a guitar and singing to him before he could leave with you. Countless other times you went on walkabout. Just exploring and wandering your domain, the Town of Coupeville. 
You have been a part of so many lives, and with me almost everywhere. When we moved to Brewster, you went along, and still wandered there a little. Even surgery for bladder stones didn’t slow you down much. In a year we came home, back to your Town. You always enjoyed going for rides, going to Grandmas house in Spokane, where you spent almost a month. When I picked you up you were so fat! Just a long black hairy tube. Grandmas always give out the best food. And let you finish their dinner. 
Grandma and Grandpa Daniels, always there with cheese, meatloaf, mini wieners whatever was in the fridge! Talk about spoiled rotten. You got presents, Easter baskets and loads of treats. You always felt you owned whatever house you were in, taking the best chair for your frequent naps. And being allowed to do so at will.
You had so many animal friends too. Never being confrontational with cats or dogs, you just wanted everyone to be your friend. Shorty, who came into our home just a few days after you. He was already old, 13 and you became his best friend, even if he would sometimes growl and bark at you for no reason. When he died, you looked at his body, moved it with your nose and looked at me with sad eyes. No matter what people say, you knew and were sad. We buried Shorty out back and you were there as we laid him to rest, watching and saying goodbye in your own way. The day I last left Whidbey while up from Portland, you went back there as if to say see you soon Short Stuff. You had cats, Pendelton, and Tabitha, who you used to lick and bathe until their heads were soaked, they loved it and so did you. All your cousins, Rags, Butchie, Blondie and little Dot. And of course Sara Lucille, who is with you now along with Papa. She learned from you the art of looking with “those eyes” where the treat cupboard was and how to snore louder than even you. Sarah has a little of you in her, since you raised her with us. You were the patient big sister when she was small and helpless. Always giving her room to play, lay in your spots, eat your food, and cuddle with you when she missed her mommy and needed you. Sarah even learned the art of wandering with you, to the beach and around. We worried that she would get hurt. But I am sure you were always watching out for her, taking good care of her. You never seemed to mind her running around and jumping all over. For years to come I will look at Sarah and see a little of you inside, her Big Sis. She will miss you, and remember you always. 
As the years passed, you have changed slowly. Still wandering, more with your mind than your legs. Taking pleasure in the finer things in life. A nice warm bath, a sunbeam, people food, and sitting and sleeping in your Dads lap soaking up love and giving it back tenfold. You have defied all the odds, living to a ripe old age. As more time passes you move slower, see through dim but still bright eyes and sleep the days away, dreaming of your glory days and chasing bunnies, and of the time you actually caught one. 
I have always hoped you would cross the Rainbow Bridge quietly in your sleep, but always ready to do what is right if you tell me the time has come. You now say it is time, you are ready to take the next step of your journey. It’s not all sad. You will see Shorty, Blondie, Tabitha and many other friends and you all can play again, unrestricted by your old and tired bodies. As much as it hurts Papa and I, we will do what is right for you, because we love you. Even though we would spend the rest of our lives with you, we know that it is time for you to move on and for us to honor your wish to help you across the Rainbow Bridge. 
Mandy, I wish I could be there with you and hold you again and tell you how much I love you and will miss you. I would give anything to be home tonight and let you sleep in my arms one more time. You are very lucky to have your Papa, he loves you too and will be there with you holding your paw, helping you along the way so you won’t be lonely. Don’t be scared honey, Dad will be thinking about you and loving you too. 
Although a part of my soul will be empty, I will always have the memory of the 12+ years that I was allowed to be with you. They have been the some of the happiest years of my life and if I had it to do all over again, I would do nothing different, except be with you now. We will all miss you and Love you forever. Grandma Lynam, Stormy, Kelsie and Vickie. Grandpa and Grandma Daniels, Auntie Mary, Jesse and Uncle Ken, and all your other peoples. Sarah Lucille will be so lonely without you. And of course Dad and Papa will be the saddest of all. It is time to go home Mandy. When Daddy comes home again, I, and Papa will take you to the beach on Whidbey that you loved so much, and you dream of now. We will take you there and let you stay this time as long as you want, home where you belong. 

I Love you, I will miss you and I am a better person for having had you in my life

Daddy.

Jim 

Date July 2, 2001 


Rommel would not have been a dog to suit most people. But he suited me. The house is empty without you. As empty as the spot I have for you in my heart. 

John Pearce

Date: July 24, 2001 

I have a 10yr old Basset Hound, and he truly believes that he is a human. Every Christmas since he was a puppy he has been our Christmas Angel. He has a halo, and white wings that go around his body. Now, he knows when it is Christmas and he wakes me up, just so he can be extra special for that day. This past Christmas is going to be his last, the doctors say he has a heart blockage, which makes him faint. Thank God, he feels no pain, and still is as loving and playful as he can be. I've had him since I was 8yrs old and now I am 18, he's been there through everything. When he goes to heaven so many memories and secrets will go too. Now I will only have his grave or the urn that he is in to talk to but he will always be in my heart. He knows that it is almost time, he is by me 24/7, he's confused and so am I, but thankfully we both know that we will always remain together in our hearts.

Dayla Fiori and dog Freckles

Date : August 11, 2001

Our sweetie, Molson, was a beautiful and kind German/Canadian boxer. We adopted him in Canada back in 1993. He grew rapidly into a 100 pound gentle puppy. He had an addictive personality. We considered him our first child. We took him everywhere with us. He always sat in the front seat and would look to the person in the back seat as if to say ha, ha! He thought he was a person. He slept in our bed from day one. My husband and I always say that if our children turn out 1/3 as good as Molson was then we did a great job as parents. Last July, I was pregnant and didn't know it yet. Well, my husband left for golf real early in the a.m. I went downstairs after he left to get a drink and passed out and fell down the last 5 steps. I woke up flat on my face to Molson trying to get his whole big head and neck under my chest to get me to sit up. He kept on pushing until I was on his back and able to sit on the step. Well, I can go on forever about him but I have to order his urn. Unfortunately, last Halloween we had to put him to sleep. He was diagnosed with cancer the year before. We did the surgery to remove the tumor and went through 3 months of chemotherapy only to have the tumor grow back. He was almost the same old Molson even until the night before he died. The tumor had gotten so big that he could no longer urinate. It killed us to see him suffer even for a second. The vet reassured us that he didn't have any pain because the tumor crushed all the nerves from his waist down. There was no more we could do for him but to love him enough to let him go to heaven. There is a quote I would like to share that I read somewhere that describes our love for him...."Blessed is the person who has earned the love of a Dog." We truly loved him and miss him terribly.

Molson 8/22/93 - 10/31/00

Dee

Date: September 1, 2001

In Loving Memory:

Baron Butch von Chocoletti
1988 - 1998
Solid Liver, German Shorthaired Pointer

Butch was my first dog, even thought the family had owned dogs before, he was truly mine. Given as a birthday present, after 8 years of waiting, Butch was everything to me. At the age of two, he was diagnosed with epilepsy. Many people told me that I wouldn't be able to handle taking care of an epileptic dog, but I did. After a valiant 8 year struggle with the disease, he was put to rest in November 1998. I still think about him when I look at my 3 other furkids, especially Logan. Logan is a Butch look alike in many ways and will always remind me of my big brown dog. Boo boo, we miss you and send you lots of puppy hugs and kisses.

Mom and the furkids (Logan-GSP, Keely-Whippet, & Vito-Italian Greyhound)

Georgiann Marchand 
http://www.geocities.com/rapierknls

Date: September 10, 2001

We have so many wonderful memories of our dog Lucky. 
She came into our lives when our children were small.
I walked hundreds of miles over the years with her in happy and sad times. 
She was a great listener and my best friend. 
Then old age crept upon her and she was frail. 
The vet said it would be kinder to put her sleep. 
She would have lived a few months more of that I was sure. 
But I loved her enough to now that she was suffering so much pain in her joints 
that we ended her days with an injection. 
She went peacefully on her way and looked up at us as the vet injected her 
and seemed to know that it was the end. 
She remains so alive in our hearts and we will never forget her.

We still have Biff and now have Remy. I dread the day we have to part
but I know we will see all our love ones again.

mary

Date: Ocotober 14, 2001

It's been 5 months today that we lost Duff to sickness.Three days later to lose my Father to cancer.They were best buds.I know they are together & they are not in pain anymore.I hope one day it will get easier for me & my mom.I try to think how lucky I am to have had 11 years with this sweet,loyal friend.I will never foget you & one day I will see you again my friend.

Laura, 

Date: October 30, 2001

My Dearest Sasha, whippet/greyhound and her daughter Kelly r.i.p Sasha the most wonderful mother in the world came to me one day at 12 years old and gave me such deep and extra cuddlesome fusses I wondered why she looked at me so sad and then came the rapid weight loss and thirst for water, I knew something bad was wrong. Diabetes, poor Sasha. After being given the weekend by the vet to make "The Decision" I knew I had to try anything I could if she could still have a quality of life so then the daily injections began. I realized that every time I lifted her on the table, a little part of her and me died together and it was a blessing of a kind when she slipped into a coma one day, suffered a massive stroke and the final ending came. She left me with the gift of her daughter Kelly, same image- all black with four white feet and a white tip at the end of her tail. My sweet Kelly was with me ten years then one night she didn't come in from the garden after her late night necessaries and I found her collapsed outside the door. After a dramatic dash to the vets in the pet ambulance, she came round by herself and the vet couldn't find anything wrong. Sadly two weeks later one night she got up from her bed and ran and jumped onto mine while I was in the next room watching tv. I called her to me to ask what was wrong and she came in, jumped up onto my lap and died. At least there was no visible pain but the tears are pouring down my face writing this, my dearest darling girls I miss you so. Whippets are a real gift from God, they should have their own special heaven.

Rita Pook 

Date: November 7, 2001

Dearest Peanut,
It has been only 2 short weeks since you've been gone. I wonder if I will ever stop missing you?
No one comes to the door when I come home from work anymore.
No one is waiting for the leftovers after I've finished eating. 
Who is going to eat these cucumber peels? 
Who will share an orange with me?
Who is waiting at the bathroom door after my shower? And follow me from room to room?
When I feel for the floor before I put my feet down, no one is there.
No one to sing to.
No one for walks.
No one to go bye-bye car to see Gramma and Grandpa.
No one to give a belly rub.
No one put his head on my chest and sigh with complete contentment.

I am well and truely heartbroken. I was lucky, I guess. I had the sweetest, happiest puppy for eight years. You even lived a year longer than the vet predicted, probably because no one told YOU that you were sick. I tried my best to keep you well.

"..If love alone could have saved you,
you never would have died.
In life I loved you dearly,
in death I love you still.
In my heart you hold a place
no one could ever fill.
If tears could build a stairway
..."

I miss you, my sweet, sweet Peanut.

Love always,
Your Mom

Cindy,  

Date: November 9, 2001

Mr. Bojangles, and Alx. My two first pups. We spent many years together. We miss you both. We know your together again at last watching over us. Thank you for your years of loyalty and unconditional love. 

Dawn, 

Date: November 17, 2001

I used to have a dog katie and we would play ball every day after school and when I would run she would run after me to get the ball and then I would stop and she would keep running and when I would do that again she would nibble at my ankles.It was so funny.I miss her a lot.She was the best dog! 

Maggie

Date: November 27, 2001

Dear Buster 
My sweetie, I love you and always will! FOREVER! See you on the other side.
Love,
Mommy

Jane

Date: November 28, 2001

My best friend was put to rest on November 17th, 2001. I've never known such devotion and pure love in my entire life. Her name, Princess Repunzel Marie ("Punzie") her breed, Shih-Tzu, 13 years old, loved and cherished. I was given Punzie when she was 8 weeks old to help get me through the kidnapping of my three sons by their father. I had no idea where they were for five years. Punzie allowed me to shower her with the love and grief I was feeling for my sons, while I cried she licked the tears from my face. My sons returned and Punzie was there to celebrate and was my ever faithful and beautiful baby girl. I loved her beyond reason and shall always find myself looking for her and wishing she was again there to lick the tears away. Thank you my friend, you are my heart and my heart is yours.

Cathy McCutcheon

Date: December 9, 2001

sitting here and thinking of all the wonderful memories that my sweet son Charlie gave me lasted only 2 1/2 years..He was a 3 pound yorkie that gave me the will to live each day of my life..After I got my son (charlie) my marriage went down hill and I lost 7 family members in 18 monthes period of time do to different deathes and a bitter divorce..I thought my GOD this can't be happening to me...but Charlie gave me the will to live and the hope to survive my life each day..He was a special little guy...he had to have his special food and lots of love and attention..and i knew i had to take care of him..and I did..After all of the worse things happening in my life i met my husband now,,,and things turn for the best,,and a year later,,,Charlie got sick...he had a brain defect and I took him to the best speciality animal clinic in Overland Park Kansas, he kept having seizures after seizure...then they stablized him and he got to come home with me...and after a week..I came home from wal-mart and he got excited and went to a bad seizure and died in my arms...YOU WILL NEVER KNOW THE LOST I FELT..I THOUGHT LOOSING THE 7 FAMILY MEMBERS I LOST, WAS BAD THIS WAS WORSE...MY WORLD TURNED UPSIDE DOWN i REALLY THOUGHT I WAS HAVING A NERVIOUS BREAK DOWN..WHAT WAS I GOING TO DO WITHOUT CHARLIE..I TRUELY DIDNT WANT TO LIVE AT ALL...MY POOR HUSBAND WAS SO WORRIED ABOUT ME...I GRIEVE AND I KEEP GRIEVING OVER THIS AMAZING LITTLE BLESSING THAT GOD ONLY GAVE ME FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME...COULD THIS HAVE BEEN MY ANGEL? YES!!!!!!!!! EVERY MEMORY I HAVE OF HIM I CHERISH,,I MADE MY HUSBAND AND MY FAMILY PROMISE ME WHEN AND IF I DIE, CHARLIE AND I WILL BE BURRIED TOGETHER,,,HE SLEEPS WITH ME IN HIS LITTLE URN RIGHT BY MY BEDSIDE,,,WE WILL ALWAYS BE TOGETHER FOREVER...AND WHEN I DIE,,,I WANT TO SEE HIM FIRST RUNNING TOWARD ME AND WAGGLING HIS TAIL, AND TURNING CIRCLES... ( I LOVE YOU CHARLIE FOREVER AND EVER!!!!!!!!!!) LOVE MOMMIE

Camille Ellis, 

Date: December 10, 2001

Harley was my minature dachshound. She was my baby. I am a firefighter/paramedic and work 24 hour shifts, every morning when I would get home she would greet me at the door. I will sure miss that. Just her cute smile and the way she would cuddle with me. She will be missed dearly. Love mommy
Christi Abbey, 

Date: December 12, 2001

6/5/89-10/12/01 Ellie Girl: Our first Terv, the queen of the house, bed dog excellent, the one who taught the boys manners, the police woman of the household, the one who always made up her own obedience exercises if I asked you to do an exercise too many times. You never met a person or animal that you did not like. We loved you for 12 years. The night I told you if you needed to leave, it was okay with us. When you looked up at me and gently licked my hand, I knew that it would soon be time to say goodbye for you could no longer walk, run or even standup to eat or drink. I will always cherish our last day together; we miss you everyday. Be happy my sweet pea-all your pain is gone.

K.

Kay

Date: January 2, 2002

MY SWEET MAGGIE
I WILL FOREVER HAVE YOU IN MY HEART,LOSING YOU BROUGHT MUCH SADNESS INTO OUR HEARTS. WE HAD YOU BUT A FEW SHORT YEARS, YOU WHERE AN OLD GIRL AND I WISH I COULD OF DONE MORE TO KEEP YOU HERE WITH US.
TIRED AND SICK YOU GAVE US CHRISTMAS, I WISH I COULD I GAVE YOU MORE. I WILL FOREVER HAVE YOUR MEMORY AS I HELD YOU AND PRESSED YOUR FACE AGAINST MINE WHEN WE HAD TO LET YOU GO. OUR ONE AND ONLY MAGGIE, WOOKIE THERE WILL EVER BE. SWEET DREAMS BABY GOD IS WITH YOU NOW. AS HE WAS ALWAYS. I LOVE YOU MAGGIE PIE, IN MY OUR HEARTS FOREVER.
DECEMBER 28TH 2001-MAGGIE PIE WOOKIE- BEST COLLIE EVER.

LIZ  

Date: January 4, 2002

Our Molly left us on January 2nd, 2002. We lost a best friend and a loyal companion. Who will now protect us in the dark? Who will jump with joy when we come home each day? What other being can give such unconditional love and loyalty? We will miss you so much, Molly girl. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

The Treybig Family,  

Date: January 5, 2002

I have alot of precious memories of my dog... Ian was a Doque De Bordeux, my husband got him for me for my birthday almost 8 years ago. We have no children, he was our baby! He had a wonderful life, he loved to go for rides. He would get so excited when , he would hear my husbands truck pull in the drive way. I will miss his wet , sloppy kisses....
Rest in peace Ian boray Mullins..
June 6, 94 to Jan 4, 02

P.S Cherish every moment with your pet..
Sincerely Faye and Ken Mullins

Faye Mullins,  

Date: January 22, 2002

Murphy came into our lives at a time when we needed her the most.  Ten years later we must put her to rest as her heart was old and couldn't go on.  Unfortunately her quality of life was fading away, as was her youthful spirit.  It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to Murphy.

August 08, 1992 - January 22, 2002   

Lauren

Date: March 4, 2002

I HAD TO LEAVE TWO DOGS IN 6 MONTHS I WAS SO SAD.

Date:july15,2001-sept, 20. 2001
My fist dog was tupac and he was always hyper. Once he got hit by a car it was going slow though he just had a bruised bum. He was swimming in a week.


date:oct 3,2001  jan 20, 2002
My 2nd dog was maco he was always so sweet and gentle he went sledding with me and  my sister many times.

I HAD TO MOVE IN THOSE TO MONTHS. I WAS ALWAYS SAD.
I WANT THEM TO KNOW I LOVE THEM ALWAYS.
I WILL NEVER GET A DOG AGAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

tomi

Date: March 5, 2002

Deano:  10/09/90 to 06/12/01

just to tell the world about my dearly beloved Deano, he was the best mongrel in the world, we had many lovely adventures together and know i am about to enter into the first one without him, it is breaking my heart and i miss you Deano, god rest your soul 10/09/90 to 06/12/01

sandra, 

Date: April 20, 2002

RYU-a giant among canines...slew dragons during the day, kept a watchful eye on his family at night. Most loved, most fierce. Would drive horses out of the yard, kept my German Shepherds in line, ruled the cats with a iron paw! Personally interviewed each and every guest that dared enter his domain. Some he welcomed, some he dismissed with a toss of his regal head, and merely tolerated their presence. I lost him February 28, 2002.
RYU: male, champagne & white, 11 years old...a 10 lb. Pekingnese. You were my dragon-slayer...We'll miss you. But, you'll romp in our hearts forever! 

Patricia Hogan-Dunlop,  

Date: April 24, 2002

Tyson, My little boy.
It's been 6 weeks since you said good-bye so suddenly, but you new i wasn't strong enough to make that decision. We didn't know you had cancer but i guess you did by the little things you did in the weeks leading up to the 16th of march 2002. My heart has broken and will never be totally whole again, i try not to cry all the time because i know you didn't like to see me upset, but i miss you so much, i think of all the good and funny times we had together because there was no bad one's. Everyone misses you so much nana, grandad and honey love and miss you heaps. Your mum (me) and your dad (Shannon) love you so much, I am having alot of trouble dealing with your death, the weekends of so very hard without you. I still hear your bean bag move, and you snoring, and your nails on the floor. I had 10 wonderful years with you and wish there was another 10. YOU WILL BE FOREVER WITH ME MY LITTLE BOXER BOY.
This is getting to hard for me now, i can't see for the tears, see you when it is my turn to go to heaven and we can play forever.
I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU FOREVER,
YOUR MUM CHRISTINE

Date: May 10, 2002

IN MEMORY OF OUR BELOVED DOGS....DION-8/74,1/2/89  FLUFFY 2/6/82-4/30/02 DION OUR BEAUTIFUL AND LOVING AFGHAN HOUND WAS JOINED IN HEAVEN BY OUR SWEET LITTLE SHELTIE FLUFFY,THEY DID NOT LIVE TOGETHER IN THIS WORLD WE ADOPTED FLUFFY AT AGE 6 AND HAD 9 WONDERFUL YEARS TO LOVE HER.THEY ARE MISSED SO MUCH BY BOTH OF US AND OUR OTHER 2 SHELTIES STILL LOOK FOR FLUFFY...YOU ARE BOTH IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER...UNTIL WE ARE ALL TOGETHER AGAIN 

JUDY & ANNA,

Date: May 13, 2002

Kilo (Mommy's Little Angel)
It has been one month since I had to say good-bye to you.  I still miss you so much.  I know that you were only with me for 4 1/2 years, but it felt like we were together for so much longer.  I hope that you are cancer free and happy!  When I was saying good-bye, you looked up at me before leaving.  I know that you were saying good bye and that you love and miss me as much as I love and miss you.  I miss Kelly and Kilo time that we used to have everyday.  I miss you you trying to be a lap dog at 125 pounds. :)  I will never forget you and can never replace you.  I will love you forever.  I know that someday I will join you when it is time.  Until then, my little angel...

Kelly, 

Date: May 26, 2002

Kreig - Memories of you still linger.........
A full year has passed and so many things have happened but you are still in our hearts. Your pictures are still all in place , we planted a tree for you, and although we have a new bundle of love, Titus "Kreig" Oliver, to occupy us you are never out of our thoughts. Always remember " Mommy loves you".

Krystyna carlino, 

Date: May 28, 2002

To our loving long lost friend Sadie Sable Soto, Chinese Pug, we miss you sooo.5/94 to 8/01.
Thank you for the love you gave, thank you for the times we played. Who will take long walks with me, who will chase me and bark with glee. I'll miss the love filled stares we shared, I'll miss my loyal friend who cared. Here's to you in heaven above, my little friend and long lost love. Take care and know we miss you tae, we think of you often throughout the day.

We thank god for gifting our home with the time we shared with our Tae-Tae, I often think of you and hum our song (You are my sunshine). Celeste still sings (Angel in the morning) adding just kiss my cheek before you leave me Tae-Tae.  Out of sight, out of mind will not apply to you. You are with us in all the cherished memories we hold dear. 
I pray you have an endless amount of tennis balls to chase, stuffed toys to cuddle and sleep with and fiesty cats to play mediator with too.  At night I wake up and its sooo quiet. I miss your lil grunts as I moved and disturbed you sleep, braking your suttle snores, you were always quick to recover with a peek to make sure I was okay and a sigh before sleeping again.
We have seen some Pugs since you have passed and I know we just need more time. You could never be replaced with your happy ways and cheerful grace.   Thank you for your loyalty and all our cherished memories. God Bless you Tae!

Love always,

Mommy, Celeste and Shayla
Janai Soto,

Date: June 2, 2002

rex has
touched our heart

emily,  

Date: June 2, 2002

Sherlock is the best dog i could ever have, i've taught him to sit, shake paws, lay down, roll over, play dead when i go "bang" like a gun.

Whiskers,

Date: June 6, 2002

I lost my chihuahua, Poncho, one year today.  I think about him every day and still miss him terribly.  Now I have Arthur and Poncho would have loved him.  Poncho, your mother misses you...

Jennifer, bigpmoney@aol.com

Date: June 17, 2002

My sweet Flossy.
My little princess left me one day when I wasn't home. I didn't get to say good bye. I love you Floss.

Bonbon

Date: June 29, 2002

My loving little girl Cockapoo Candy, as sweet as can be. You were always there when I needed a fried, with your little tail wagging, and a understanding grin. You are my sunshine, in my heart and will always be. No more pain for you baby girl, my love will never end till we met again.
Love you Mom

Debbie, 

Date: July 8, 2002

We had black lab we had to put
her to sleep that made me really sad

Jane

Date: July 15, 2002

We put our Great Dane Isis to sleep today!
She was 10 years old and we loved her very much.
It seems like yesterday we had just brought her home for the first time. I miss her already!!

Kimberly Navarro
email:    

Date: July 19, 2002

We lost our dog Biff last month, when he suddenly became ill with his heart. He was such a lively 11 year old that it came as a big shock to us - only days before he had been running around the park.

Dear Biff, We will miss you with all of our hearts forever..

On the up side we know that you are now reunited with our very dear Lucky and I know that you will bring joy to each other.
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Date: July 23, 2002

I have a very good dog named Patrick.  He's a black lab and very good natured dog. But before we had Patrick, we had a dog named Kerry.  My family and I loved her very much but she had a problem.  She was always scared and whenever she was she always bit people.  And we tried and tried to fix it but we couldn't and so we had to give her away  sadly.  But I have a couple of pictures of her and whenever  I  look at them I always cry hysterically with the memories of her!!

Kathleen Q,  

Date: July 23, 2002

I have a dog named Stormy. He is the first dog i have ever had. He looks like a dog that my family used to have when i was a baby. His name was Caine. My dad got  him from a Samoyed breeder. Caine was the only puppy Samoyed that came up to him and my dad new it was the beginning of a great friendship. When they had me my mom says he licked my face and i cryed. I can't remember Caine but I know i would have loved him. My dad misses him a lot  and i feel bad for him. If i had a magic jeney and 3 wishes one of them would be that i could have Caine back.I never new you Caine but i know we'll meet again in the next world.
Gwen, Stormy2011

Date: July 28, 2002

I only had 1 dog growing up, til I was about 6. So once I was married and homeowner,I decided to add a dog to our family. I had always loved pets; I would eagerly pet and play with other people's dogs. But once you have your own, things are so different. Our dog, Phoenix was rescued from our SPCA. He had fleas, worms, and was very shy. The first few weeks were frustrating. I cleaned up many accidents and was almost ready to take him back, but Phoenix started to trust us. He started doing his "business" outside, and we took our morning walks. It was certainly easier for me to get in shape with my new companion. I had just 3 kids at the time and a kitten. Phoenix took to them wonderfully. Phoenix and the kitten would play constantly. It gave us joy to see the kids chasing the dog also. Phoenix still had some problems though. He had severe seperation anxiety. When we would leave the house, he would wreak havoc! Several times we returned home to find the skirting ripped off our couch or my underwear pulled from the clothes hamper. I guess he really liked my smell, and we all laughed! But we eventually crated Phoenix when we went out. It solved that problem. Phoenix took well to his crate, and was always a great welcomer when we arrived home. Things were going well. Phoenix was with us for 7 months when he started peeing on the floor again. This time, the pee was very sticky. He would drink constantly, and would even go to the toilet for more. We knew something was wrong, but Phoenix was only about a year old at this point. We took him to the vet and discovered he had diabetes. Well, I learned how to give insulin shots and stand outside and stick the urine strip in his stream everyday to monitor him. I loved Phoenix, and did everything to help him. But a couple months went by, and he was losing weight and still having accidents. The vets tried several other treatments and types of insulin, but they all failed. His liver was being eaten away. Our only other choice was to take him to a research university to see if they could "experiment" on him. I would be willing to do it, except I would have to submit him to numerous blood tests, travel back and forth to the school each day (45 min), and monitor his reactions...which would be unknown. There was no guarantee the school researchers could help Phoenix, so after much struggle we made a decision. We had paid over $1000 for Phoenix thus far, and there was little hope of his improving. He was mostly skin and bones and obviously weak and suffering. We took Phoenix back to the SPCA and had him put to sleep. I could never imagine how hard it was!! He was barely a year old; we expected him to be with us at least 10 more years! But years don't matter. I loved him so much for the short time we had him. It was hard coming home to an empty house.. no dog to greet us. No walking buddy to share the quiet of the morning, no dog to eat the crumbs off the highchair and floor. It was many weeks til I could stop crying at these special times. Even today, 3 years later, I still miss Phoneix. When I look at the chewed up table legs, the ripped skirting of the couch, and the smile of my children, I think of that sweet beagle mutt, tan like the desert sand.. my Phoenix.

Heather Pantano

http://www.bayanbayou.com

Date: August 2, 2002

To my Bruzer, we shared eighteen wonderful years, there will be a huge hole in my life. I promised I will see you on the other side, so until then, my love will be with you always.

Teri Caporgno

Date: August 3, 2002

Sable was a wonderful, loving pug.  She passed suddenly on April 6, 2002 after a 24 hour illness.  She was the only surviving pu in her litter.  She went in an incubator for 6 hours, came out, and was rejected by her mother.  I tube and bottle fed her for weeks.  As she grew, she became very strong and very stubborn!  She was loved by many and will be missed forever.  In late May, we found 2 pugs - Halo and Winston.  Halo is a puppy we cam across - born the same day Sable passed.  Sable's stubborn spirit has come back!  Winston was adopted by us in May.  He was abused and neglected.  We think he is 7 - 9 years old.  Wonderful, loving and gentle, most of the time.  Still a little afraid of strangers.  He is a blessing.  Also, there is a slight chance that he is Sable's brother.  We should know very soon after we trace back through his 3 past homes.

Vince Scalise

http://users.adelphia.net/`vscalise

Date: August 6, 2002

at one time my dog proved her love and protected me with her life.

allisse, 

Date: August 9, 2002

Dear "B",
            I miss you a lot. I hope you are having a good time in Heaven with frizbee's, sticks, and tennis balls all you could ever want.
Thanks for being a good golden.
            I love you, Aimee 10 years
Wait for me and I will come play with you again

Aimee, 

Date: September 14, 2002

JARVIS OUR BEAUTIFUL BABY BOY
YOU HAD A SHORT LITTLE LIFE, 4 YEARS JUST WASNT ENOUGH, YOU WERE THE MOST LOYAL LITTLE BOY ,YOUR UNCONDITIONAL LOVE JUST SHONE THROUGH,.
ITS BEEN 2 DAYS SINCE YOU WENT TO SLEEP AND MUMMY AND DADDY ARE MISSING YOU SO MUCH, WE HOPE YOU ARE AT RAINBOW BRIDGE NOW PLAYING WITH ALL THE OTHER ANIMALS, SHOWING THEM LOVE LIKE YOU SHOWN US , WE THINK OF YOU EVERY MINUTE OF THE DAY, GOODBYE FOR NOW LITTLE SWEETHEART,

LOTS OF LOVE AND SNUGGLES, MUMMY , DADDY AND BUSTERXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
VIKKI, 

Date: Sept. 30, 2002

My Dear Sweet K.C.,
     You Left me yesterday 9/29/02 after 11 years of companionship, and love. My Heart is so Very Heavy and I am Missing the Pitter Patter of your feet crossing the kitchen floor. I know you are in a better place than I, and Some day we will meet again. I will carry your memories close to my heart forever. Hailey, Kelsey and Tai are missing you too, and of course Poppy. I Love You Moo, Moo...........  Your Mommy
Lisa Ann Holden, 

Date: Nov. 19, 2002

Hi,my sweet memory is about my nana's dog.She died of a heart attack when she was 18 years old.She was a Pomeranian.She was such a nice dog. She was alert,sturdy,compassionate and a really good companion for my whole family.When I went over to my nana's house she would always try to jump up my legs.She was so funny.Thanks!
Eva Sinclare-Moniz,  

Date: December 24, 2002
Nala and Ninja

Nala is such a sweet dog I could hug her every minute. But soon after Christmas 2002 we have to put her down. So may it pass some day forth that I may see her in heaven. And same about are  last dog named ninja that also had canser and that I will always be able to remember them both.

Bonnie

Date: December 24, 2002

One day i walked home and lucky my dog was gone. that night I put out flyers and rewards. I was so scared. that night I heard something it was a burgalar he took me and wouldn`t let go then I heard a grawl while the man was hurting me I got really scared then I said jump and my dog attacked the man and helped me up then and there I knew I had not only found a friend but a hero. a year later my dog became the number one search and rescue dog in the world. then his life came to an end lucky had cancer he died april 24th my birthday he promised he would wait for me though so as much as I miss him I know he is waiting and watching for me just as I always will be for him until we are united once again in the spirit world.so children when u lose someone or somthing important to you just remember know matter how long it takes you and that special someone or somthing in your life will always meet again. I am still waiting for my dog lucky but I dont look down at that I am happy because I know he will come and though it  is taking a long time I trust him and know he is coming for me.so please share your memories  as long as u can but just know your dog will die but he will come back for you know matter how long it takes.
katie,

Date: December 24, 2002

My little Boy Tyson,
Hello matey, my first christmas without you, was difficult even though we have Bella (to remind me of you being a Boxer). I still shed a tear for i miss you so much. We bought our house and move soon, you would have loved it. I know you will be there in spirit to enjoy it with us. Have to go now we LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU EVERYDAY.
HUGS AND KISSES FOREVER
Christine,  

Date:  Dec. 29, 2002

I volunteer everyday at our local animal shelter so I get favored a little bit.Anyway a few weeks before Haloween the shelter got the cutiest little cockapoo (poodle+cocker spaniel) she was a champeigne color or "buff" very light though I asked my mom to come look at her she came and we both fell in love with her she was perfect although I asked them to hold her and help me find a home for my border collie (who we already were looking for a home where she could do agility or have lots of room to run and be happier cause she was just bored with us and we couldn`t give her what she needed) she was adopted but she ran from them to so they brought her back although we had already adopted Libby and before Kiki my border collie found a home they got in a huge fight so the shelter held her for me and once again Kiki found a wonderful home where they play with her and take her to fly ball every weekend and love her to death.Anyway we had Libby for two weeks and then two teenage boys poisoned her she started to show symtoms the next day we rushed her to the vet but it was to late she was gone and even though we only had her for two weeks I lost my best friend.As it turns out the boys poisoned three other dogs and were bragging about dipping dog bones in transmission oil and feeding it to dog in the area.Luckily a student over heard and they are now in Juvinile Detention for two years.
Jaylee Hurst  

Date: Dec. 30, 2002


My 12 year old Golden Retriever Max has been gone from me since July 22nd of this year. He became sick very suddenly and to loss him feels like I am incomplete. He was my soulmate and my very best friend and helped see me through some of the darkest days in my life. I knew the day would come and I thought I prepared myself but I don't think we can ever be prepared to loss such pure and innocent love. No one or anything could ever replace him. You can see his soul in his gentle eyes and I know he is waiting for me to come meet him one day when my life journey is complete. This thought and my memories will give me strength. I learned more from this good,loving boy than from most people I have met.  Max be surrounded in love and light and peace and all the other furangels. Watch over me stay near me in Spirit and know you are loved . I'm everything I am because YOU LOVE me.
I used to have little names for you Mr Magillicuti, My Big Red Bear and Mi shi sha boo but the name that fits you the most is the GIFT. We were blessed to have you in our lives. Bless you Max
Jo-Ann Zink,   

Date: Jan. 18, 2003

My Miniature Schnauzer "Teddy" was the love of my life. He truly was my soul mate.  He was a very loyal companion and great fun in the obedience ring.
Always a crowd pleaser and always did his best to please me.  He raised 7 other schnauzers and they are truly lost without him.  They were trained by the "master"....We love you Ted and we will never forget you.  Ted died of pulmonary failure 1/14/03.  He was 12 and a half yrs old. 

Date: Jan. 29, 2003

My dog took a seizure. It was very sad.
courtney

Date: Feb. 19, 2003

Bruno, the best rottweiller ever.  He was my best friend and my baby.  We had to put Bruno out of his pain, he had cancer.  I stayed at his side like he stayed at mine.  It was the hardest thing I ever had to do.  It was March 4, 2001, the saddest day of my life.  I miss him dearly and can't wait to see him again.  He was my best friend and still is.  I will love you always and forever, my Fat Boy Bruno.     Love, Mommy

Lorry

Date: Feb. 24, 2003

Dearest Ralphie, it has been almost 3 years since I had you and you left. I still think and miss you every single day. You taught me more things in the short time I had you then anyone has taught me my whole life. I will love you always. I know I will see you again, just keep watching for me at the Rainbow Bridge.
Love Mom
MOM,  

Date: April 7, 2003

I had Tera since she was 6 months old. She lived to be 16 1/2 years old. She had cancer, and I had to make the dissition I never wanted to do. I never wanted to have to take her myself, it broke my heart, but she couldn't breath no more. She was so old and so helpless compared to her younger years. Actually she only got slow her last 2 years. I always told her no matter how gray or clumbsy you get, Momma will be right there to catch you :-( Tera changed allot of people's opinions on pitbulls. You had a good life, baby, see you in Heaven girl!

Debbie A., 
http://mypeoplepc.com/members/doob/debscreations

Date: April 9, 2003

My Lucy passed at home on March 29, 2002. Lucy was the sweetest dog I ever had.  Her short life brought so much happiness to our whole family.  We will always miss and love you.   Mom

Leslie F.

Date: April 26, 2003

Libby was my wife's friend. Half chow half wolf she was a beautiful dog with hypnotizing eyes. Libby had been protecting my Heather long before I met her and she will be missed more than words can express. Heather I'm sorry for your loss and Libby I will miss tripping over you sleeping next to our bed at night. 
Libby Freeman 4/19/03 
                
Bob K.

Date: May 9, 2003

Today the 9th of May we lost one of our dogs , her name was Jenna, she was a small Jack Russle and very loving , she was hit by a car after being left outside of the car , we drove of and she ran after us , when a car unfortunately hit her , she could have lived on , but she had damaged her spinal cords which meant she could no longer control her bladder etc, she also had a shattered pelvis , and the Vet said the kindest thing to do would be to put her to sleep , which is what we did after two days of no peeing or pooing, we all cried for her , and she is burried under a fully mature Beech tyree in the woodland in which she played , we love you Jenna and miss you , take care in heavon , see you again one day we hope.

The Faulkner family from England

Date: May 15, 2003
when a dog dies the spirit is still in you.

Anonymous

Date: June 22, 2003

For My Baby, Toby.
He was an unplanned surprise.  I had no intention of coming home with him the day I met him because my family dog who I was taking care of died 3 months prior and thought I'll never be able to get another dog, but there was something there when I first saw him.  When I walked around the corner and saw him with his Mom & Dad, I thought there was no way I could take him away from them.  But, when his Mom came up to me and sat beside and gave me a kiss, she told me it was ok to take him.
You are my baby.
When I had to move, I gave him to a good friend of mine who I knew would love him as much as I did.  I drove by and saw him playing outside all most once a week, I knew he was happy but it broke my heart to be without him.  Then one day I got a call from my friend who started off by saying, "Toby got off his leash today, we went out looking for him..." I thought, Toby, Toby, Toby, I thought I taught you better than that.  Then the next sentence was, "he ran back to us when we called him but there was a car....." 
You are not forgotten baby, and remembered everyday with a smile. 
Your brother misses you just as much as "mum" does.
Forever in our hearts

Heather, 

Date: August, 14, 2003

It was a sad day last Sunday when my father called to tell me his Springer Spaniel Gus died at the age of 11.  Since all of us kids moved out Gus has been his best friend the goes everywhere with him.  I had to tell my Black Lab Shelby that Gus had died and she seemed to know what I was saying.  The next evening we went over there and Shelby searched the entire house before she came back to me and layed at my fathers feet as if to console him.  We will all miss you so much Gus, you couldn't hunt but you sure could love.

Bill,  

Date: August 26, 2003

My puppy dog Lupo,
  How I miss you. You gave me almost ten years of love.Your being with me made me feel safe. You were deceiving with your size and a very gentle soul. Your kisses were so soft,your trust in me was inspiring, I am devastated by your death but know you are no longer sick. My boy I know that you will be waiting for me when I die. You loved me as much as I loved you, those feelings and memories will always remain in my heart. The Mother

l.donithan

Date: August 28, 2003

Zack, our Golden Retriever, passed away yesterday.  My husband received him as a gift when Zack was only 6 weeks old.  After 12 years and many memories, he finally passed.  Although I didn't take to Zack as quickly as he took to me, I did learn to love what a beautiful and wonderful pet and companion he was.  Many a night, while I was up late studying, Zack would stay close to me in the office until I was ready for bed.  Recently, my husband has had to travel quite a bit for work, and it seems that Zack just knew that he had to "take care" of me while my husband was away.  He would follow me all around the house, despite the fact that it was difficult for him to get around, a result of artificial hips.  I especially remember the way he and our other dog, Bruiser, would come to say "good morning" every day by plopping their chins on the bed.  I had never seen my husband weep before, not even when his own father passed two weeks ago.  It doesn't surprise me how deeply Zack's death has affected him, but I am a little bit surprised by my own reaction.  Having never owned a pet before, I never thought it would affect me as much as it has. 

Zack, you were by daddy's side through thick and thin and you had nothing but love for me.  We love you, old man, and we miss you more than you know.  Bruiser misses you, too.  You were his best and only friend.  May God hold you in his loving hands until we meet again.  God Bless you Zack.

Gabi, 

Date: September 4, 2003

My memory is of Chessie.  She was my neighbors dog.  She was also Bruno and Jasmine's buddy.  Bruno died in 2001 and I think Chessie helped Jasmine deal with his death.  Chessie was a great, lovable and faithful lab.  I always knew when she was outside.  She would stare at my back door and bark, waiting for a treat.  When she died in June 2003, it broke my heart.  She was such a vivacious dog.  She hung on to the very end, as long as she could.  I miss her barking at my back door now.  I think Jasmine misses her buddy.  I miss her stinky breathe when she would lick me!  At least I know that Chessie and my Bruno are in heaven swimming and wrestling like they did here.  He has a buddy with him now.  That helps to ease the sadness of the worlds best dogs no longer dwelling on this earth.  I miss you Chess!!! Tell Bruno I said I love him and lick him for me!!!
Lorry

Date: September 17, 2003

Dec. 24, 1998 - Jul. 11, 2003
Ibizan Hound - Hemato's Patton To Prevail, CGC
Our Dear Patton,
We love and miss you so much. There isn't a day that
goes by that we don't shed tears.
Your demise was not pleasant but you are now free
of the seizure demons we tried to protect you from.
Run with spirit dear boy, you deserve it.
Robin & Fabian Castillo
Your brother Pirate along with housemates
Jilly and Jester still look for you.

SunRumba Sighthounds, 

Date: Sept. 29, 2003

this is me life with they dog i love so much we started it out best friends! and then we became more now on Jun 16 2002 he died and we couldn't get a hold of the vet and my grandpa said there was no hope for my beloved dog buddy looked at me and he was so lost. Buddy did lots of stuff played basket ball and also when he died i quit playing basket ball. Buddy was a lab shepherd and he was smart as he could be and i well all ways remember him through my years as i grow old and we well some day be back together and happyer than ever.

tapanga limgens, 

Date: Sept. 30, 2003

My Tiff, a wonderful rescued greyhound went to the bridge recently.  After a bout with CA and an amputation she took the decision out of my hands and left via an open gate..... Needless to say her stay in the outside world was short... but she left behind soooo much more.  I just wish I coulld have kept her with me longer.  She was such a teacher.  I (We) miss her so.

Terri, Heahter (Brittany) Buckwheat ( aka psycho dog)
Terri Garrity, 

Date: October 17, 2003

they have rescued our life's alot of time's so we should all pray to them and telling them thank you for taking care of us

adriana,  zacatecasincero2000

Date: October 26, 2003

Sunday October 26 2003

I stayed up with Chuck, lying on his bed, next to mine; comforting him
through his little seizures.  I finally fell asleep around one.  I wakened
at two-thirty and he was still sleeping.  It is now 0600h, really 0500h with
the time change and I have discovered Chuck's still body by my side. He
passed away somewhere between those hours.  I think probably around an hour
ago. He is cool, I cannot close his eyes but can move his legs freely.  I am
sad I wasn't awake comforting him during his last breaths.

Cadillac Man
Was my greatest fan
He came to us when he was two
To live in somewhat of a zoo
He became lifelong partner to Milo
And stepfather to her 8 wonderful pups
He frolicked with his balls
And picked up bricks
as if they were sticks
Some say he looked fierce
But he was a gentle dog, most loving
and so eager to please
At 10 1/2 years of age, our beloved Chuck
Ran out of luck
And suffered a tumor or stroke
After, he walked like a poke
His kibble made to mush
Stairs, he did not rush
Chuck was no longer enjoying good health
He was not having any fun
Sleeping by my side, Chuck's life came to an end
And we will now have a funeral for my friend

We wept silently
As we buried our  dog in the fog
Not much to say this rainy day
Except that Chuck, your time came to soon
This wasn't in the plan my Cadillac Man
It has only been a few short hours
And the void is huge, it's not the same
Maggie bird still calls your name
And asks you to fetch your ball
Next spring we will plant an evergreen
23 feet east of the old apple tree
Where you are free
You will live forever in our hearts
Gone but not forgotten

Chuck- Janmor's Cadillac Man - April 23 1993- Oct 26 2003  Black Brindle Boxer

Ziggy,  

Date: Nov. 23, 2003

My rottweiler Sam, passed on in May, 2003. Sam, was almost 11 yrs old and I loved her so.  I regret working so much and not spending the time I should have with her, but she never complained always ready for a romp, and some petting.  Sam, died of bone cancer common to the breed.  My funniest memory is of this 95lb dog, scared to death of a stuffed "Noid doll", the red devil from the domino's ads.  I would put the doll anywhere, I didn't want Sam to go and she never once tried her luck, and she was scared of nothing else as far as I know.  I will always love her so, My Sammy Girl...

D. Murphy, 

Date: November 25, 2003

Well i have a beagle/german shepherd mix and she is my little baby. She is about 5 now she is still very playful, but NOT for sale she is the best god . She is a good watch dog and hunts wonderfully, trained in all way does not run away does not go to the bathroom in the house and she does not chew up toys! She is the best!!
andrea

Andrea, 

Date: November 30, 2003

Our Grizz Lee Bear (Chocolate Lab) was the love of our lives.  He was our Friend, Companion, and Son.  He was born December 11, 2000 and he passed away on November 25, 2003 of a very rare liver cancer.  It took him away from us in just a weeks time.  We love him and will never stop loving him.  He is our Angel and will watch over us as he lies on our headboard in a picture frame box.  He will always be with us until we die and meet him at the Rainbow Bridge.  Love always, his Mommy and Daddy

Cynthia & Steve 

Date: December 9, 2003

It's almost Christmas time.  The second Christmas without my best friend.  This is always a hard time for me.  I miss seeing my fat boy throwing his presents up in the air and ripping open the wrapping paper.  He did that so well!  I still miss you so much sweetheart!  I've been wanting to get another rottweiler, but I think I will expect him to be too much like you.  I know this will not happen, not in a a million years.  Jasmine still remembers Bruno though.  She misses you dearly, Bruno.  You taught her well though.  She is trying to be as big and brave as you were.  We both know that will never happen.  And my Chessers!!! She was my neighbors dog.  She was great!  Still missing you Chessers.  Sometimes, I swear I hear you barking at my back door.  I hope you and Bruno are playing and waiting to see me.  I miss both of you terribly.  My heart has never healed.  I still have pictures up in a memorial case and I always will.  I know ALL

Mommy, Lorry to Chessie

Date: December 9, 2003

I know ALL dogs go to heaven.  See you both there.  Love you  Bruno.  Love you too Chessers.

Mommy, Lorry to Chessie

Date: Jan. 6, 2004

My dog is dying right now. It's 1 am and im staying up all night with him. Then we are putting him to sleep in the morning. This is a VERY hard time with me. He has been a part of me since i was born. The dogs name is pepper and he will be put to sleep january 7, 2004. Pepper had a GREAT 18 years of life!
Adam W

Date: Feb 2, 2004

For Abby  (June 1999- January 2004) we loved her so she came to us when we needed her and she needed us. She was my sauvior, she was half rotty and fila brasiliero l didn't think l could love a dog so much. in her last week of cancer she still did not want to give up, for us lm sure , so dedicated so loved forever missed, Mom
Donna J

Date: March 1, 2004

I've had many dogs but sadly some have past away.I am still hurting. I can't seem to say goodbye but i had to. every night they are in my prayers. Asking god to take care of them for me.So I can see them when I'm in heaven.

chelsey

Date: March 2004

WE LOST OUR BELOVED DALMATIAN 1 MARCH 2004. OUR PEPPER WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. HE GAVE US SO MUCH JOY AND LOVE. HE WAS 8 YRS OLD TO SOON TO GO HE DIED OF KIDNEY FAILURE.HIS IN NO MORE PAIN WE LOVE YOU PEPPER!!!!!!!!!

JIMMIE

Date: March 7, 2004

Bruno,
I still miss you sweetheart.  It has been 3 years since you have been gone.  You were my best friend and STILL are.  Every year March 4th comes, I think of you, my fat boy!!  YOU were the best.  Brun, I know you come to me at night, keep doing that. I love you so much sweetie.  You are mommy's boy.  Jazzy still misses you.  At least you have Chessie there with you.  I WILL see you soon baby.  I'll be looking for the wagging nub.  I love you my fat boy.  You give me the strength to go on everyday.  I miss you so much baby.  Mommy loves you!!  You are my boy. 

Lorry

Date: March 7, 2004

Bruno,
Give Chessie a big kiss for me.  I know that irks you, but do it anyway.  She was your buddy here and I know she is there.  I know she gave you a kiss from me when she met you.  I miss you so much fat boy.  Please be a good boy for mommy.  I love you sweetheart!  Wag that nub for me.
Mommy

Date: March 13, 2004

Tyson...you were only seven years old. I knew you for a short time but in that time I adored you completely. You will be missed....Passed away the morning of March 12, 2004.

Date: April 10, 2004

My darling baby bear Tori died last night.  She was only eight, and for a Pomeranian, that is very young.  She was like a daughter to me.  She was so beautiful.  A deep red mahogany.  I loved her so much.  We buried her in the backyard of the new house we haven't even moved into yet.  Under the maple tree.  God bless you Tori Bear.  Your Daddy and I will miss you so much.  And you'll never be forgotten.  I love you so much, and my heart is broken.  Be in peace, without pain.  Shelley and Jasmine send their love.  Wait for all of us.  You were an angel,,, Jennifer

P.S.  All dogs go to Heaven.  It wouldn't be Heaven without dogs!!!

Jennifer

Date: April 13, 2004

Our dog recently passed away from complications of IMHA. She was a border collie shepherd X and was one of the smartest, affectionate, and beautiful dogs I have ever seen- everyone stopped to comment on her sweetness, energy and beauty. I was a vet assistant and came to work one morning to an orphan puppy with a broken leg and hip. With no owner she was doomed to be put down but there was a connection between us that day, 8 years ago and I made every financial sacrifice to adopt her and give her the best life possible. I was 19 and had just moved from home so it was the two of us starting a life together!! I believe she had a great 8 years of life obsessing about sticks and balls and sleeping underneath our covers! She had a way of looking at you like you were the only one that could make her day, as long as you would just come over and throw the ball, or embrace her. Even through her terrible illness, her spirit was high and she showed us that she wanted to make the best of every moment with us until the end with the thump of her tail or the ball in her mouth- and we wanted it just as much as her!! She was the epitomy of "puppy dog eyes" that was too hard to resist and you could not help but fall in love with her. She was my soulmate as much as my husband is and she will always remain so.

stacey 

Date: April 2, 2004

I lost my beloved mini schnauzer, Lacey, to a terrible auto immune disease in February 04. She had only turned 4 years old and we had obtained our first obedience pass only weeks before she got ill.  We miss her dreadfully and am thankful that we have a new puppy coming that will help ease the hurt.  I know her spirit will be with me forever.

Liz 
 
    Sydney
     NSW
    Australia

Date: April 28, 2004

I had to end my sweet Kita's suffering and pain yesterday. It was April 27th, 2004 and it was the hardest decision I've ever made.  We love you Kita always and because we love you so much we had to let you go.  I hear that you are now at the Rainbow Bridge playing and waiting until we meet again. We'll be together again, baby!  You are the best dog anyone could ever wish for! Love Angie and family.

ANGIE R.

Date: April 29, 2004

Well I wrote yesterday about how my precious Kita is at the Rainbow Bridge.  Yesterday was the day after we had to make the horrific but loving decision to let her go.  She was a Shepard/Husky/Wolf and she was the most beautiful and kindhearted dog. The world would pass her by and she had no cares and no worries.  I thought I was okay yesterday as I didn't really cry while at work.  But was I so wrong.  I got home and I was flooded w/ heartache.  I can literally feel my heart aching for my Kita, aka, the rabbit.  I used to call her my bunny rabbit cause she would hop around like one.  I miss her more than I could ever have imagined.  I have never mourned for anything like I have for my girl.  She gave me 13 beautiful years and I am forever grateful to her.  She left us 3 days shy of her birthday and 2 days shy of mine.  Our birthdays will always be difficult times now, but because we loved her we had to let her spirit soar.  Kita, I love you so much it hurts. I miss you tremendously and you wait there by the Bridge girl, because we will meet again!  Punisha and Oscar miss you too!  Mom and Dad miss you tremendously as well and Kayla too, though she is too young to fully understand where you are.  But we will all be together again someday.  Love Unconditionally, Angie.

ANGIE R

Date: May 18, 2004

My dalmation was not a dog to me she was my best friend she was always there for me. I will miss her forever. There will never be a dog like her ever again. Brit I miss you soo much the loss of you makes me feel very empty inside. I love you!
Valerie,  

Date: June 5, 2004

Shelby, Jeanie and Mimi we miss you so much.  It's been years since Shelby and Jeanie left us but Mimi's loss is recent.  She was our special baby.  We had to let her go and end her suffering but we will always remember.  We love you.  Mom and Dad

The Blakes

Date: June 8, 2004

My Bro was going through divorce and we had adopted his huge Weimeraner soon after we all got greatly attached to her we found out she was very very sick with heartworms and she died few months afterwards we love and miss her soo soooo much

Cynthia

Date: July 3, 2004

Dillon passed away quickly last week, he touched me so deeply I don't think I will ever be the same.  You will be with me forever, just like Sophie. 
Love Mem your surrogate Mom

Sharon, 

Date: July 17, 2004

Jesse, my amazing best friend... we spent 15 1/2 years together, you saw me through cancer, I saw you through cancer... you were my shadow, my truest love. My life will never be the same without you. I promised you I would be ok... and I will try. When it is my time to go home... I can't wait to hug you, snuggle you, and be there for you again. Watch over us from above, may Corissa and Gomez and Nahla keep you feeling safe and not alone. I miss you so much, and I will see you again.... bye bye baby!!!! I love you!!!
Michele T
 http://home.earthlink.net/~texas2step/JessesStory.html

Date: July 21, 2004

My dog pippy passed away on new years day and one memory i will never forget was when we played together untill bedtime.My parents found her in Ireland and they decided to keep her.We were so upset when she died and she died of fluid in her lungs.But we have two new dogs called milo and lucky.We will never forget her and we all miss her a lot.My mate has a five month old puppy border collie it reminds me of pippy.

Emily, 

Date: July 25, 2004
Bogie was one of the Dog Stuff Whippets- he's now a spirit dog

Bogie, named after Humphrey Bogart, the movie star, was 7 plus years when he came into my life, Whippet Rescue was not sure how old he was. Even though he had been a show dog he had been mistreated by a "bad breeder." Several weeks passed before Bogie let me love him . . . he wasn't a kissy Whippet but when he wanted attention from me he knew how to get it . . . typical Whippet.

The morning of July 9th, 04 about 10:30 a.m. I went downstairs to get Bogie ready for his walk . . . he was panting and acting listless . . . not typical of Bogie.
Suddenly, I felt a kiss of the "dementors" take over Bogie and his body fell limp. Terror filled my heart . . . Bogie was gone . . . a "klingon cry of death" left my throat and filled the room. How could Bogie leave me . . it wasn't fair . . . he was so much a part of my life . . .

Bogie had his side of my queen-sized waterbed and wanted to help make the bed up in the morning by getting back in bed. Bogie never learned how to doggie play . . . apparently it wasn't part of a show dogs requirement. Bogie saved all his toys for the next Whippet to come into my life. Although he liked to play hide-in-seek in and out of bushes and loved the boy across the street to play tag with him. There were many times he would be such a clown he would make me laugh so hard I would cry at his funny antics . . . Bogie was always there for me.
Bogie and his son Gilbert were my inspiration to writing my first story "For I am an English Dog," then came other stories "Gilbert and the Sea Dragon," and "Search for the Magic Stone."

As much as my heart ached when Bogie crossed over I knew I needed another Whippet in my life . . . Bogie, and all my dear spirit dogs knew just what I needed so when my daughter Deb contacted Cindy "The Whippet Rescue Angel" she asked if I would take a little female Whippet named Gracie . . what a piece of "chocolate" she is. By some Whippet miracle I now have another Whippet to love and I know someday she will cross over the river and it will make my heart ache. But I know she will help all the other "spirit dog gods" find another piece of " Whippet chocolate" for me to love.

Thank you so much Bogie for giving me so many years of happiness, you will always be in my heart.

Whippet Loves and Kisses to You . . . Ree (Dog Stuff Ree)

Date: July 29, 2004

Icey, my boy with the wonderful Sammy smile, you were the most recent of all the babies I have lost.  I love you so much, and I know you are at The Rainbow Bridge with Rawnie, taking care of her.  Until we meet again, my heart is broken. Love and Sammy smiles through the tears,
Jeanne and the small furries

Jeanne T   

Date: August 7, 2004

I offered to take care of a puppy for my friend.  The puppy was the runt of a liter of 4.  When I got him, he was only 9 days old, and very sick.  I took him to the Vet and they told me he needed 24 hour constant care.  Of course I couldn't let this little 6 ounce puppy die.  I am a stay at home mom, so it was perfect.  It was a done deal. I had him from 6am till 6pm for 3 days.  I fed him every two hours, kept him warm and helped him go potty.  I even named him (Bogie). I felt as though I was his mom.  I instantly fell in love with him, and I only had him for such a short time. 

When I gave him back for the weekend, he had gained around 5-6 ounces and was looking in good shape.  I called all the time to check on him. I was going through some seperation anxiety.  This little pup had grown on me so quickly, I couldn't help it.  Then on Sunday, August 1st Bogie took a turn for the worst.  He was gasping for air and had blood in his stool.  My friend immediately took him to the emergency Vet and they said he was bleeding internally and possibly had pneumonia.  His heart also stopped and they revived him.  After a while, Bogie passed.  I called my friend that night to check on him and found out the bad news.  I was crushed.  I had been trying to get my husband to fall in love with this little puppy and now he was gone.  I tried so hard not to get attached, but I just couldn't help it.  The night before he passed, I found this web site.  It was so eerie to see the last entry with the same name as my little guy.  It gave me a knot in my throat.  Maybe it was a sign.  But now he is in my back yard and I will remember him forever.  He was a little fighter and man he was such a cutie.  We gave it our best.  Now he is in doggie heaven and as healthy as he can be.  My heart goes out to all of you and I am sorry for all of your losses.  Good Bye Bogie,  Momma loves you.

Becky G

Date: August 13, 2004


 Our sweet Odie passed away on Saturday, August 7,2004 at 6:00 A.M. Odie was 17 years old. He was a very cute chiwuawua. Even to his last day on this earth, his face was that of a young puppy, only his small body showed his age.
 We bought our Odie when our daughter Monique was a year old (1987). Since then, they were companions.
Odie had a sister, Scruffy, who belonged to my parents

Marlene  and Monique

Date: August 13, 2004

 Our sweet Odie passed away on Saturday, August 7,2004 at 6:00 A.M. Odie was 17 years old. Even to his last day on this earth, his face was that of a young puppy, only his small body showed his age.
 Odie was showing his age just the past few months. The last two weeks he began to decline. It's very hard to face the fact that your baby (pet) is getting old. We made him as comfortable as we could. I spoke to him the night before he passed away, letting him know how much he was loved and how he had filled our lives with his presence.
 Odie has been a part of our family since 1987,when our daughter, Monique was a year old.
 He will be greatly missed. Odie will always be in our hearts, for we loved him so and still do. We still look for him in his litle basket and in the same instant that we think of feeding him..we realize that he's not here.
 When you lose a pet and it hurts so much...then you know that you truly loved him. (This hurts!) Also knowing that there is a Heaven for God's creatures is a comfort.
 Odie, you are truly missed and loved by your family.

Marlene  and Monique

Date: August 13, 2004

I know this is the second time i have wrote to you.
We all still miss you very much Pip and i can not stop crying about you.I am so so sorry for every one who has had a dog who died.I am starting to cry writing this note.I REALLY REALLY REALLLY MISS YOU. LOTS OF KISSES LOVE EMILY-ROSE
XXX
Emily-Rose

Date: August 20, 2004

Dewie,
  We shared good times and lots of feed. I miss your hooves on my stomach while we slept at night. I honestly believe you are reincarnated in my weiner (dog) Kiki!
I WILL LOVE YOU ALWAYS MY DEAREST LAMB! DEWIE!

lamb lover,

Date: September 13, 2004

We are setting our dear friend Harley free tonight she has been with us for several years and we will miss her very much. We don't want her to hurt any more, she suffers from arthritis. We want her to be pain free and happy with all the popcicles and dog biscuits she can eat. She can see Grandpa as soon as she gets to heaven am I sure he will be glad to see her and take good care of her. We will always love our Harley dog. She will be able to go for Harley rides again in heaven and chase all the cats you want.

Dale & Maggie 

Date: September 14, 2004

MY Dearest Crackers           
I can’t take this pain.  Crackers I miss you so much.  I am so sorry that I could not make you well enough to be with me, Casey, Peanut and Bailey.  I am trying so hard not to cry, but I can’t.  Casey and Peanut are grieving too.  They are not their joyful playful little ones since you have left us.  I am crying rivers of tears, when will it stop?  I wish I could still hold you.  You loved the most of all my girls.  They love me too but you were my little shadow.  You were always tugging at my feet to pick you up.  You always had to sleep under the covers snuggled on my left, your little fur touching my skin.  When ever I slept on my back you would climb on my chest and go to sleep there. Then I would not move so I would not disturb you.  You would wake me in the middle of the night if the sheets were too wrapped around me and you couldn’t get underneath.  I would pull the covers and you would be so happy and go to sleep snuggle right up against me.  You were too little to jump up on the bed and I had to pick you up and put you there.  You would jump off the bed a million times during the night to go potty then you would come back and grunt very low so I would put you back in bed. If I didn’t hear you, your grunts would get louder and louder until you would just bark and bark to wake me.  I never used to get enough sleep, until I found a solution and got you some stairs to the bed so you could climb back in on your own.   The first time you tried to climb those steps I thought I had wasted my money because you would try to jump onto the steps and never get past that step because your head would bang into the next step.  In time you learned how to get past that and you became a pro at climbing into bed.  You were such a pro that no matter what was in the way you would manage to get in bed.  During the day I would always have to keep the bedroom door closed because you loved to be in my bed and sleeping on my softest pillow.  It didn’t matter if I had three pillows stacked up one on top of the other.  You always managed to get to the highest point and go to sleep.  Any time I could not find you I knew I had forgotten to close the bedroom door.  I would come to look and there you would be on top of my favorite softest pillow. Whenever you were with me, you would never let my other girls get close.  You always growl at them and if they got too close you would jump on them like a wild tiger and try to bite their little necks.  That would always make me laugh because you had no teeth to bite them with.  You always had to lie on top of me, When ever I was lying on the sofa to watch TV; if my fiancée would approach you would attack him too.  My fiancée Jimmy loved to play that little game with you.  He would come close and if he so much as tried to touch my toe you would leap off my chest and try to gum jimmy to death. 
            Oh Crackers how I miss you so.  I hope it is true that there is a place called the rainbow bridge and you are running pain free.  I hope you are not suffering like I am.  I miss you so much it hurts.  I hope that your little spirit is here with me still doing all those things you used to do.  My heart aches so much.  I know that in time I will be ok because you are no longer suffering.  My other girls are so sad too.  I don’t know if they are sad because they miss you or because they see their mommy crying so much.  On Saturday September 11th the day I helped you to the Bridge, when I got home I sat on the living room coach.  Casey did the strangest thing; she stood by your little bed the new one I just got you not too long ago.  She sat there and stared then she started looking ahead as if she were following something.  Then Casey began to growl and follow her eyes on something and went to the water bowl and growled some more.  Then she went back to your little bed and started barking non stop.  Were you here, my sweet little Angel? 
            I pray to God that he takes away this pain in my heart.  You were my sweetest tiniest baby weighing only two pounds.  Every person that ever laid eyes on you wanted me to give you to them.  But not a chance!  I knew I would keep you for ever.  I love you Crackers!  Till we meet again at the Rainbow Bridge.  That will be the happiest day of my life.

Maria .... Mom to Termite Casey, Peanut my Lil Tyrant  aka The Enforcer, Fat Cat Bailey and my sweet little Crackers you will be forever in my heart.

maria

Date: September 21, 2004

My sweet boy HERO.  I will always love you, you're burried in my heart forever.  I wish I could hold you one more time, but I know that would not be enough.  Till we meet again, love Mama.

Valerie

Date: September 24, 2004

I just lost my wired haired terrier named Terry yesterday. I miss him so much that I can't stop thinking about him. I loved him so much and I wish he was here with me now!!!!!!!!!!! I hope he knows that I Loved him and I hope that poem the Rainbow Bridge is true!!!!!!!!!
Thank you,
Debbie

Date: October 5, 2004

I just lost my dear Beau Whippet Sunday afternoon.  Reading your site made me cry and smile all at the same time as both whippets and greyhounds have shared my life.  Thank you for your stories.

Linda B

Date: October 12, 2004

Klinger,

Each tear that falls from my eyes represents a memory of you.  I shed these tears for the joy, happiness, love, laughter and companionship that you provided me over the last 14 years.  My friend, you may be gone from my life, but never from my heart.  Love Always, Momma
Gloria R

Date: October 22, 2004

My beautiful golden retriever Hunter passed away on September 26, 2004 after nearly 15 years.  He was the joy of my life.  A constant, loyal and loving companion, he saw me through many life changes - divorce, remarriage, the birth of my child. We shared a special bond that grew deeper with every passing year. I miss him dearly and will love him forever.  I know someday we will meet again when it's my time to go.  Until then, I will think of him often and smile at the beautiful memories. Rest in peace, dear Hunter.  You meant the world to me.

Jeri K

Date: October 25, 2004

To Shasta (our whippet) --

Thank you so much for picking daddy and I as your humans and for giving us 12 1/2 years of unconditional devotion.  What did we do to deserve such an amazing gift? We loved you so much baby. I'm so sorry that I had to be the one to let you go.  I did it because I knew you were hurting and that there was no relief for you in this world. I hope that, by now, you have found Nonna and that you are waiting with her (on her lap) for daddy and I to come find you again.  It might take us a while, but you will be much loved while you wait. There are lots of people up there for you to get to know and to love.  There are some great dogs for you to play with too (like Brandy and Lance/Flash). I know you didn't like other dogs while you were here with us.  But try to keep an open mind now that you are with God.  I have a feeling you will have even more fun if you do.  But, if you prefer to hang out with people, that's ok too.  You do what you want.  Daddy and I miss you so much.  It's awful to open the door and not be greeted by your kisses and your wagging tail.  The house and our hearts are empty.  I look forward to the day when I can think of you and smile instead of cry.  For now, however, we are doing a lot of crying.  Don't be sad for us though.  Inside, we are so happy that we had the chance to love you for so long.  Thank you so much for being our friend.  We can't wait to see you again and to give you kisses and even to smell your stinky feet!!!! We will never--ever--forget you baby.   We love you!!!!    

Dina & Rob

Date November 12, 2004

Allie, our Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier, "the wizardess" aka Triple Shot of Irish Creme, crossed the river in July, 2003. She currently resides with us among the lavender and blue velvet. We still take her on vacations, to visit our children in college and sometimes for a ride in the car with her daughter Shauna-Linn, to see the cows. She was truly a wizardess - she could read your inner-most feelings - could see into your soul. We were blessed to get her when she was four and have her until age 13. Through the burning tears that can still flow so quickly over her loss we feel her presence, see her big brown eyes gleaming up at us - spinning at the door to go out to chase the squirrels, barking frantically at walkers on the street, anxious to "take a little taste" of our daughter's dates! Our dear Allie - we miss her so as does her daughter. It never ceases to amaze me how they capture our hearts forever and how their loss is as great as that of our human family members. How pure their love is who much they teach us. We still miss our special little Allie. Thank you to the breeders who let us save her - she in turn, saved us.

Bev P

Date: November 14, 2004

My Teeny, Chihuhua left us two weeks ago.Teeny was only 6 months and was so unique she had a heart shape on her chest that you cannot find on any other dogs. We miss her so much and the pain is just unbearable. But we hope she is in a better place

Le

Date: November, 24, 2004

" i miss those days when we would run,
 i miss all of those rainy days,
 i miss the way you made me laugh,
 even when i was soo sad,
 i miss your wet little kisses,
 i miss your tiny feet,
 i miss your perked up ears,
 how you would beg for food,
 i miss holding you,
 i miss taking you on long walks,
 i miss you keeping me company,
 when i would cry and no one would look up,
 but one night you got sick,
 we didn't know the damage,
 i held you all that night,
 until you died in my arms,
 i don't see why you had to go,
 i have always loved you so,
 you were my baby,
 and i will miss you forever,
 until...,
 i see you again."

 "In Loving Memory Of My Sweet Little  Jack Russell
                   Khaos"
 -killed by neighbor "RAT POISON"

       April 24,2004 - November 7, 2004


Courtney, 

Date: November 27, 2004

Dear Zen, The love of my life. I told you I loved you every single day and now that you're gone that won't stop, ever. My darling Zen, a rotty x rhodesian ridgeback was taken from me on October 29, 2004, after 11 years and 3 months of unconditional love. We are soulmates and that will never change. My love for you won't change, you are my entire world. You were the best thing to ever happen to me. I am ever grateful for the time I had you I just wish things had've been different. You survived surgery, but had a pulmonary embolism. I wish I could've been with you to try to help revive you. I know you had lots of living left in you. Now my world is lonely and empty. You are my everything. The house is so quiet and horrible without you. You made everything so wonderful and loving. I hope you're in a happy place and wait for me I'll be there with you one day when we can be reunited forever. I love you Zen... love mum.xxx

Kay L

Date: November 29, 2004

My longtime companion passed away on 11/26/2004. We had a very special bond. Her name was Samantha, she was an american eskimo, 16 1/2 years old, Her spirit forever lives in me, I have prayed to God that we will be re-united in Heaven or if He sees fit via reincarnation later in Life - Please pray for Sam's happiness and safety

Paul M

Date: November 30, 2004

My dog Murphy died in the winter of 2000. I had her since i was born. Now we got a cat and she's nothing like a dog but she reminds me of my dog and i have a dream last nigh. I woke up with my pillow wet with tears. I miss Murphy!!!!

Courtney

Date: December 4, 2004

My dearest Josie, you were my steady rock to lean on and gave me a reason to smile on days when there was nothing else. You made daddy & I so proud, we will always love you and never forget the love you gave us.  Daddy always said you were "Premium Quality", and so I had that engraved on the inside of his wedding ring to honor both of you. How I wish the end of your life had been easier, you deserved so much. And I thank you for giving me the chance to help you with your 6 pack litter, and for giving us Samantha. She misses you so.
Your pain may be gone now, but mine continues.  I know you are running through the fields, hearing daddy's command of "hunt 'em up." You'll go on point now...and wait. We'll be together again some day.  Until that time comes don't ever forget, mommy loves you, mommy loves you so very much. 

dana


Outlaw Josie Denso
German Shorthair Pointer
January 12, 1990 - July 27, 2004