We'd like
to thank those of you who shared these fond
memories about your pet and what made your relationship special.
Dear Hopewell,
It has been almost 3 years and the feelings and sadness are still strong. You are STILL so very much in my heart. It is proving to me that time does NOT heal all wounds. I think of you so very often and miss you. You were just so special to me, that will never change. I feel that Schultz will be visiting you soon. He is as old as you were so please keep an eye out for him. I love you, ;-( Mom
Happu, I remember the day I found you at the dog pound, sitting at the end of the row of kennels all by yourself. " Biter " said the large handwritten note on the door but you looked at me with begging eyes and I turned to the attendant and I said " I want this one " . That was 20 yrs ago. You were my friend, my companion, my foot warmer, my car alarm, you drove me crazy sometimes getting into the garbage can ... I know you are now on the other side of the rainbow bridge, where you are young again and you body doesn't ache and there are many tennis balls to fetch. Sleep well dear friend, until we meet again.
rest in peace Evee sweetheart we love you and miss you. you went far too soon and by accident. it was a cruel twist of fate but as they say in French..c'est la vie. well Evee sweetheart go wait for us at the rainbow bridge. Love, mom dad Luke Joel and karry
I have eight other cats, but my sweet funny-faced Alex loved me much more than any of them do. He just loved to crawl up on my lap and stare right into my eyes and purr. He would always stretch out one of his front legs, reaching out to touch my face. It was like he was caressing my cheek. He would do it over and over again. When I was sitting on the futon he would often sit on the back of it behind my neck and always reach out with his paw to touch my hair. He adored me more than I did him! He loved being held and would love nothing more than to curl up on my lap and suck on my clothes, especially if the fabric was nice and soft. That always annoyed me, but I definitely admit to missing it now.... He was the sweetest, most loving and loyal cat. He always came home when I called him. He was a good cat. One day he didn't come home and I knew something was wrong. I will always blame myself for not going out with a flashlight to look for him. Maybe I could have saved him... Alex, if you can hear me...I hope you forgive me and that you still love me. Maybe I'll see you again some day, maybe in my dreams, and you'll be sitting on my lap, reaching out to caress my cheek, looking ever so lovingly into my eyes with a purr in your heart. I'll always love you Alex.
How do I begin this story, well here we go…
It all began the end of January 99. My husband Lucas and myself (Susan) decide that we needed another dog to keep Samson company. Samson is a mutt who we rescue from an abusive home. We got into our car and went to a Petsmart and saw the Greyhound Society there and questioned them about adopting a greyhound. We saw a couple we liked but went away unsure. We drove to another Petsmart, still unsure and then finally came to our last Petsmart in our area. There stood a three year old brindle greyhound his race name was Lou’s Simon, he was amazing and a large size frame. I guess you could say it was love at first sight all three of us. Simon came over to us and gave us kisses, and followed us around the store. The looks in his eyes were telling us “please take me home”. We were lost, my husband and I decide right there that he was ours. So we went to Lisa’s to fill out the papers and after that day he was never known as “Lose” Simon again. In his ear it said Feb 1996 so we decide to say Valentine’s Day would be his birthday.
When we got him, Simon and Samson hit it off right away. Simon one time got a pizza off the counter (his pastime was counter surfing) and shared it with Samson. Simon hated to be crated and had separation anxiety when we went out. Once he chewed the carpet and the plastic floor from the crate but as he grew to know us he began to settle into a routine. Simon loved people and was excited when people came to visit, because he knew he would get more attention then usual. On December 22, 1999 we gave birth to a little girl Lauren Elisabeth. Simon was great with her either though she would chase him around the living room he was very gentle with her. Simon loved to run in our backyard with his new friend Samson tagging behind him, (always behind him). He had his favorite toys, a spot to sleep and all the love in the world. Simon was part of our family and he knew that. He would stand there looking at you with these eyes that were indescribable or make you move from your seat if he wanted that spot, and most of the time we would move. Simon lost his life unexpectedly on December 11, 2001. I was taking them to the vets to be pampered for a family portrait that was going to be taken that night. Simon pulled away and got loose from his chain and was hit by a car and died instantly. It has been hard on all of us and we miss him every sec of the day. Someone once said and I quote…
They’ll be long years and hollow for me, till I follow but I know you’ll be waiting for me as of yore and then at our meeting you’ll bark a glad bark and we’ll start out anew together once more.
Writing this has made me remember a great dog that I was proud to know and love. He has gone to heaven and is waiting for us there with his ball in his mouth wanting to play.
Here is a poem I wrote to remember the love we shared Remembering Simon,
Remembering the sparkle in your eye, Never had a chance to say goodbye Remembering all the times we shared, Always know how much we cared. You were sent down to us from up above, To show us all about, this thing called love. God called you back all too soon, my dear Often when I think of you, I shred a tear. Please wait for us in heaven, my friend Because of you our love is without end. Simon my love, we know now we have to part, You will always have a place in our heart.
Love your Mommy, Daddy, Lauren and your brother Samson
Thank you for taking the time in reading this
Yours truly The Vickers family
Turtle, my sweet, sweet kitty! You were the light of our life. I hope that your 20 years with us were happy ones. We love and miss you so much! Chopper, Ashley, Puffy and Flea miss you too! Thank you for bringing such happiness to our lives. You will never be forgotten.
Tasha, I want you to know that Saturday was the most difficult day of my life. When we found out in August that you had Post-vaccination site sarcoma I was devastated. I didn't know what to do--do I put you in the "study" maybe giving you one more year of possible suffering, pain and confusion or do I make the rest of your life as wonderful as I can? Since it was your life, I did what I thought was best for you. I hope the last five months were good ones. I love you so much. Oh how I miss you. I can still hear the cute little prrrlp you'd make when you jumped on my bed, to let me know you were there. And when I hit the top of the stairs I look for you laying behind my chair longing to hear your extraordinarily loud purrr--but you're not there. Isis and Munchkin are trying to help me and Daddy is being extra sensitive right now. I hope you know that I did what I thought was best for you and that I loved you more than I ever thought possible. As we were driving in the car I was trying to take you all in so I'd never forget you, not even a little. I held you, comforted you and even smelled you; I kissed your little head and rubbed your soft ears just like you liked. I even tried to tickle your feet like I used to. I really noticed your eyes for the first time, or at least it seemed like the first time they are my favorite shade of green, they even matched my shirt. I haven't slept in bed because I miss having you lay across my chest, half falling off, while I rub your ears, hold onto your back thigh and you stretch yourself out real long. And you would purrr. You purrred so loud we could hear you in the hall. I hope you had a good life Tasha, I know the beginning wasn't so great. I hope the years with me, Daddy, Isis and Munchkin made up for all the bad you had to endure. You have touched all of our lives. Oh how I miss you. Tasha, I will never forget you--you made my life complete. I'll love you forever, Mommy
P.S. Alicia (nearly 5) wanted me to tell you that she loves you. She's happy that you finally accepted her by letting her pet you and that you "watched" TV with her in my room when she came over. She says you will be with her kitty (who used to be my kitty) Patience when you get to "kitty heaven" so you won't have to be scared or alone.
Good-bye my heart, my love--we'll be together again.
To my sweet little angel princess who will always be in my heart
Bath time was always fun Princess always trying to get out but I always put her right back in. Teaching her how to eat wet and dry food was fun but painful. Her curled up in my arms. Playing with shoe laces. Her mommy Missy will miss her, her 3 sisters gizzmoe, Debbie, and me Susan 2 brothers Mickey and glacier will always miss her and the tears will never stop.
I'LL MISS YOU SWEETIE LOVE YOUR HUMAN SISTER SUSAN
Tubbie was my best friend from the time he opened his eyes. He was always there for me with unconditional love and purr filled hugs. He had been a part of my life since I was sixteen and I can not remember life without him. I miss my boo-boo bear so very much and he will live in my heart forever. I was blessed to have had him for so long and he went so quietly after losing his battle with kidney disease, we both knew but that does not make the sadness go away. I love you, sweet boy, I always will.
Please watch over your momma, Jasmine, I know she is a fighter but she only has a limited time with me and I want her to be safe, warm and happy.
Sebastian, I love you and miss you so much. You and I were together for almost 16 years and you have been such a big part of my life. We grew up together and you were the best friend I have ever had. You always knew when I needed a little affection and were always there to comfort me. I hope that you know how glad I was of the opportunity to have you in my life. I considered it a privilege to have been able to take care of you and comfort you, especially over the last 2 years while you were sick. It will take me and your dad a long time to get over the loss of such a special little man and you know we will never forget you. We love you and will see you again at the Rainbow Bridge. Love you always, Mom
You were my grand kitty and I loved you very much. I took care of you for a long time off and on for six years. I sure missed you when your "Mommy" took you and moved to your apartment. I will miss seeing you when I visit your mom and dad. I always liked to watch you chase the light from the flashlight and run up the wall. I also got a kick out of the way you sniffed my special coat and stuck your nose into the fur. With Love, Grandma
My Marius kitty had fur as soft as a rabbit. As a kitten he was a little too much for his first mommy who gave him to me. At the time he filled a void left by my cat Mitty who had just died of cancer. Marius grew to be a beautiful and loving kitty. He will be in my heart forever.
We lost our Polly Ann a day before her 10th birthday. She had a enlarged heart and was having a hard time breathing. We miss her everyday, she was our lover dog, always wanting to be loved and scratched on her tummy, she would always sit up so you could scratch her tummy. She will be missed by mommy dog BeBop, sister dog Dory, and then Blonde and Daisy they all got along great. Her other family of myself, Dad and her brother Johnny miss her too and think of her everyday. We love you Polly Ann.
Sasha our pointer left our family and all of our hearts on Feb 16,2002.You gave us so much joy and love through the 12 years that we had you. Our tears will never go away only tucked inside of our hearts.You will be missed forever,as time goes by it will be easier to think of you and not shed so many tears. Good bye our faithful friend for now you are embraced by the arms of God.
Our lives together began with picking him up at the breeder and stopping on the way home to tinkle on McDonald's lawn, he he. After that I loved him more each and every day for the 12 years we were together. I have had dogs all my life but none like Buster. We spent his last hours together under the Christmas tree with the tree on and the house lights off. I will never forget his loving face. I still miss him every day. At his euthanasia he raised off the table and kissed me. My dog Buster showed me how to live with his kindness and tolerance of all living things. Then he taught me how to die with dignity and grace. I will never forget those valuable lessons. I will never forget him or stop missing his smile.
I miss you buddy, you were always ready to cheer me up. I am so sorry, I didn't know you were that sick. I love you, and will see you again. I know you are happy and running freely chasing everything that moves and climbing trees. Thank you for coming into my life. I miss you and love you very much.
You came home to live with us as a gift presented by Aunt Barb for your "human", twelve year old Katie. Katie took good care of you, however, in her absence I didn't mind spoiling you a little, myself. You frolicked with one large dog, and five cats. You loved to race past them in your pink plastic ball, knowing they'd never catch you. You passed away today, both Katie and I trying so hard to bring you back. You had a good life my little furry friend. You are going to be missed, very much.
I never got to say goodbye to my best friend, I never got to thank him for all the joy he brought into so many lives, especially mine. Never the chance to tell him how proud I was of him and that no matter what, I would never forget our time together. He was taken suddenly, and when they took him away I never thought it would be the last time I saw him alive. I feel so sad and guilty that he left this world without me with him. I will never be able to let him know how sorry I am. I miss him so much, words cannot describe nor can they describe how thankful I am for having him in my life.
MY BIG PAWED ROTTWEILER DOG. SHE HAD THE SWEETEST HEART AND SOUL. SHE LISTENED TO EVERY WORD AND NEVER HAD A BAD DAY. I WILL TRULY MISS MY BELOVED FRIEND THAT I SHARED OVER 7 YEARS WITH. SHE CAN NEVER BE REPLACED OR FORGOTTEN. SHE WAS BLITZ BEST FRIEND. THE TWO WILL MEET AGAIN AT THAT BIG DOG HOUSE IN THE SKY.
She was my grandma favorite pet and we all miss her very much.
Muffin was my best friend. She was the best cat in the world. I will always miss her and never forget her. I loved her very much.
Bart was my first dog. He was a black Standard poodle; he died just after turning 12 years old. He developed diabetes and even though the insulin regulated it, he went into heart failure. He was an extremely gentle dog with a beautiful face. He loved his brother, Tucker. He was the best patient at the vet's office and never put up a fuss.
After 12 years, it's hard to believe he is gone.
Brandon and I would go for walks together. Every time I think of Brandon, I think of so many of the fun times we spent together. I remember one time, he climbed on top of my dresser, which was holding my TV, and knocked it down! It startled me, but I couldn't get mad at him because of the look on his face. He was so suprised that he did that! It was cute. I'll always miss you baby kitty. You were so young, only five when I lost you. Love, Mommy
Dear my sweet, precious Mina, I thank God for bringing you into my life. You were such a source of great joy. I loved it when you purred as you sat on my lap and slept with me. You were such a cute little ball of fur. You were so playful and rambunctious. I miss you so much. Losing you was the hardest thing I've ever been through. My life isn't the same without you. I wish you could have stayed with me longer; I don't understand why God called you home so early, but your short life was truly a blessing to me. You were the best kitten in the world. I hope I will see you again someday. I will always love and miss you dearly and remember you fondly. You will always have a place in my heart. Love, mom
Perhaps our most vivid memory of Zachary was as a puppy. We lived in a second floor apartment with steps to our front door, and we remember Zachary trying to negotiate those steps until finally, one day, he succeeded. One step at a time, and a stop on each landing before attempting the next.
It has only been hours since we lost Zachary, but we both know that he is at peace now. We are thankful that he did not have to suffer, and even more thankful that he did not depend on us to make the difficult decisions.
While we will miss him deeply, we are very fortunate to have an almost carbon copy of him in his son, Harley.
To Our Schultz, Pupperoni, Gammy's Boy, Hello, I'm Mr. Ed. So many names and you knew they were all yours. You have no idea what an empty spot in my heart you have made since you left us. I feel so lost. I miss you so unbelievably much, I am in so much pain. We know you are in a much better place and I hope with all my heart you have Hopewell by your side so you can go running together again. I wish I could see you. From the day I brought you home, you were crazy fun from the start. We still remember the first time you saw your reflection in a puddle, you put your nose in it and blew bubbles and it scared you. And when you and Hopewell decided to go run on Thanksgiving and I am frantic to find you. Two hours later you both come trotting down the street like nothing happened. I could go on and on. I have 14 and a half years of fantastic and bad memories like when you got "bloat". They didn't think you would make it but you came out of it like a champ. I miss you so much riding in my car. It is so empty. You were/are my child and this is just too hard, I ache. Everything is so empty and quiet. The fields are empty without you. Mr. Turtle wonders where you are. I will feed him for you. My routine is all askew. Dad is beside himself with you leaving. We have shed many tears my pup. Many! This is just too much. Please keep Hopewell with you and be happy for we will all be together some day, I promise. We truly love you xoxoxox Mom & Dad
Cuddles was a very loving son and a good friend to those he knew .He was full of love and compassion for life. He past on 12:04am April 12,2002.He was Loved by Mom ,Dad and Grandpa. Letting him go was the hardest thing to do. He is with my mother now and is no longer in pain from shortness of breath or having seizures anymore . He was the kind of Dog that loved everyone he met. He will be greatly missed by a lot of people .
Rest in peace (Cuddles ) January 9,1990 to April 12,2002
Love Mom ,Dad and Grandpa
Lacey, My silly little puppy. We will always love you in our hearts....And always will. She died from a broken heart along with going into Renal failure. I tried my best to keep you alive & keep you comfortable. For today 4/22/02--your mommy & daddy wanted nothing more than to keep you in peace & be with your partner of whom you've missed just a short 6 months ago. Run, be happy & be as puppy-like as you've always have been. You were 16 yrs & 4 months & will always be our puppy. Love always, mommy & daddy
Rascal, We miss you so much for 17 years, you have given us so much love and so many stories. On November 16, 2001, You have left your partner Lacey, who has been looking for you, since the day you left us. For today 4/22/02, she has joined you to become united once more. May the two of you be as happy in heaven as you have given to us on earth. We love you very much, Mommy & Daddy
My dear sweet Midnight. Today was the hardest day of my life. I had to let you go. I knew when we found you 3 years ago that, I was only going to have you a little while. The vet told us you had feline leukemia and feline aids. So we took you home and gave you the best life possible. At today's checkup, you had a so low, low blood count you were going to need a transfusion, not to mention you have not eaten for 4 days and had lost 2 more pounds since last week. We could have prolonged your life for my selfishness. The need to have you walk across me with your bony little feet once more, the need to have you crawl up on to my chest and start nuzzling my neck, and last but not least my need to sleep with you hogging all my pillow. Now was not the time to be selfish, I could not let you suffer any more. I had to let you go. Peaceful to sleep and hurt no more. I will see you soon, my baby. Love and remember you always, Mom
Buddy, my pride and joy, came to me at a year old during a very emotional time in my life and hers. We called her Beagle or Beevis more than her real name. It's just one of those funny little names you nickname them. She was a scrawny little beagle who desperately needed a loving home and she quickly consumed my heart and was the answer to a lot of prayers. She loved to go for walks but desperately hated car rides. Unfortunately, because I don't know the circumstances of the first year of her life, I have no idea what caused this, but I don't think it was good what ever it was. She was so full of joy and personality and LOVED to have tummy scratches! She would wake up in the mornings and come up and plop on top of me and give me kisses to make sure I was awake. She loved to sleep under the covers, curled up either behind my knees or next to my stomach and would half bark and growl in her sleep. Probably chasing the other dogs out of the yard! She got her special treats, (probably more often than she should have) that she couldn't resist, Ice cream and pig ears! Not at the same time of course and she would lay out on the step and soak up the warm sunshine, barely lifting her head to see a passing squirrel. When my fiance' and I got together, he has a black lab but they were like oil and water. She definitely decided that she owned the yard, house AND her momma and wasn't gonna share any of it so the two didn't really hit it off! She also loved to sit up on my lap just when I was getting into the paper or a magazine. I think she could read minds! She was terribly spoiled (all my fault) and had a pretty good begging act down pat (again all my fault). I've been accused numerous time of loving her more than any one human and I guess I'd have to agree. The number of people on this earth that can give so much love and devotion to another human being without uttering a word, are so few and far between that it isn't hard to see see why she deserved that honor. Anyone who isn't an animal lover could never understand that, but If your reading these memorials, you probably know exactly what I'm talking about. My little girl would have been 9 this July but unfortunately the Lord must have needed her worse in heaven as she died the morning of March 25th of heart failure. I feel so blessed that I was at home when it happened and that I know it was so quick, and she didn't suffer. I was able to hold her and begrudgingly let her go to the Lord above. People have asked if I'm getting another soon but I still feel to close to her to try and care for another right now. I know in time I will, even though I say I'll never get another as it's just to hard to lose them, but it's also not a complete and fulfilling life without them. Good bye for now little Beevis, but only until the Lord brings us together again. Your momma loves you sweetie ...............
Dear Dory, You were named hunky dory but we always knew you as Dory dog. You are now with your sister Pollyann, playing and fighting over who gets the ball first. I know that you were your Dad's favorite, always sleeping over his head at night, your spot. You got sick before your time and we tried to help you out the best we could. I know that I would fry some chicken up just because that was the only thing that you would eat and you loved it!! I remember when you were born right in the our living room that you were going to be something special and you were. The way you barked at anybody passing by the house or at the door, they would have thought that you were a German Shepherd instead of a cocker spaniel but everybody knew that you would not hurt a fly. I know that we did everything that we could be make you happy and that we miss you greatly and think about you every day. It was really hard for us but you are now in a happier place without any pain. Everybody misses you so much We love you Dory and will see you again one day. love mom and dad and your sisters.
My Bell was found at a dog pound in California. She had a sticker in her foot, I opened up her cage and I knew right then that she was going to be my best friend. She was only a couple months old then. We have travel all over the united states together, sleeping in tents, running from coyotes. She was the very best friend I ever had. My children adored her, and she was the same age as my son. Over the years I enjoyed watching her run in the tall grass, loving the sun and wind on her face. She was always by my side. I feel such sadness right now. At 18, she was having trouble with her back legs, had doggie altimers, and loss control of her functions. Yesterday, my daughter, my husband and I layed on the floor of our vets office and told her we loved her so much. Then, with a tiny needle of relaxation, she was gone. The pain I have right now is so overbearing. I could not go to work today, as I feel like I lost my child. I hope this feeling dies down some, because I need to go back to work and continue my life. But it is so hard because for over 18 years Bellamia was my life, my companion,my soul mate. I will love her forever. Thank you for letting me greave here. It's just so hard...
Snookes was our pretty girl, she provided lots of love and was always there we were down. She leaves behind her "baby brothers" Dutch, Blue and Pastime all Greyhounds who adored her, and seem very lost without her, as well as her "human" family. We will miss you Snookes, may you rest in peace and be born again and be free from all your pain.
Love -- Dad, Mom, Robert, Dutch, Blue and Pastime
Portillo, You were the best tortoise a boy could ever have had. You won the "Pride of Britain" award twice in a row, plus numerous regional shows. Your shiny shell won you many admirers, and I remember how you would seem to wriggle with pleasure when I polished it. No-one knows how old you really were Portillo, because you were given to me free with a box of saucepans, but you will always be my little baby. All things must come to an end Portillo. If only next door's visually impaired kid had not tripped over you and thrown you in the Lancaster-Leeds canal, you would still be with us today. I only hope that it was quick and painless, and that the propeller scratches on your shell from that barge, were not too deep. The Egyptian family across the road wanted to cook what was left of you Portillo, but I wouldn't let them. How could I eat my best friend in the world? No way! I hope that as you sleep the endless sleep of eternity, there will be one little part of your tortoise brain that knows Great Britain has lost one of its greatest citizens.
Portillo. In the name of the Queen herself, I salute you.
Loves to ride in the horse drawn carriages with me and in the truck if we don't take him he stows away
Dear Boo, We found you at the Humane Society, you had been there a long time. I was young and thought you were too scruffy. I didn't even know what kind of dog you were. When you came home you lit up, and I knew you were instantly my best friend. For years you followed me, everywhere I went. Waited for me by the door no matter who else was home. You always seemed to stare at me when I was naked (typical boy.) You knew when I was sad, angry or happy. That sincere caring look on your face always made everything ok. I will never stop missing you and I hope you're still waiting for me. I love you, Mom
Sandy was one of those dogs sent from heaven to add a quiet, peaceful touch to our lives. She was the first to greet any newcomers and she graciously accepted them into the family with a whip of a tail wag and either kisses or a soft underbelly to show she was no threat to anyone. We rescued her out of the pound when just a little puppy. She was destined to be put down that very day. But we had other plans for her. We almost lost her to the sister disease to Parvo when she was a puppy. But she bounced back to enjoy life for almost 12 years, with no incidents of illness in between. She'll be sorely missed. Though she was a quiet presence, it was one to enjoy and she left a mark on our lives that won't be forgotten. For she would be that gentle breeze that you feel on a spring day, or that ray of sunshine after a rain shower. Their presence felt more than seen. She'll be a nice touch to Rainbow Bridge and all who are there. And I'm sure for the others of our crew that have gone on ahead, I'm sure they'll be happy to see her and eager to show her around while they wait for the day when we can all reunite.
I will never forget the day I brought Pinky home. I was 10 years old and I was so excited to have a pet of my own. I never in my wildest dreams thought that I would have you for 20 years. The love you brought into my life will never be forgotten. Pinky, you brought me so much joy and happiness and I was so fortunate to have you for so many years. I love and miss you Pinky, not a day goes by that I don't think about you. You taught me how to love unconditionally and I will always keep you close to my heart. Please wait for me on the other side of the rainbow bridge. I will always love you.......<3 your mommy <3
This is about you, Gunner -- my best friend. When Clifton first said he saw you, my response was, "We already have a dog. We don't need another." You father said, "Mom...this is important to him. He may never ask you this again." So, holding Clifton's hand, I walked a few blocks to see you, sure I would be able to say no to another pet. I fell in love with you at first glance. It took about two days too look at you and know what your name would be...Gunner. You and I were inseparable. I made up songs of love for you and gave you many nick names. Buffy, Reilly, you and I would take long walks. All three of you straining to be in the lead...and pulling Mommy's arms out of their sockets. In 1995, when Dad and I separated, the only thing I wanted from the house was you. Dad didn't want to separate you three dogs. I didn't see you for a while, but slowly, as Dad and I moved closer together again, he would bring you to visit. In November 2000, the vet thought you had cancer, so we went to see an oncologist, who couldn't find anything during the operation, thank God. What good news. In February 2002, I moved back home and began moving back into your heart. Although partially deaf, you had just begun to meet me at the door when I came home from work. You were snuggling with me in bed. You would no longer try to move when I held you close. My heart jumped for joy. I could even see love for me in your eyes. You loved riding in the car and taking walks. You were probably the most-walked dog in the neighborhood, and it was nothing to see us riding down the street with Dad driving, me in the back seat, and you in the passenger seat. What bliss. And then, on June 1, you were having difficulty breathing. At the emergency hospital, you were diagnosed as being in heart failure, a health trait common to Cockapoos, but not to us. We left you overnight, called for progress reports, only to have the doctor call in the middle of the night to say you couldn't breath without oxygen, and it was time to consider putting you down. Dad took that call, and waited until 7:30 AM to awaken me with the news. After consulting the doctor, I went in to be with you, give you a kiss for each member of the family, and hold you while you slipped away from us. The time you have been gone thus far is agony. My head tells me that being that you were 14, you would only have survived a year or more, and that I did the right thing by having you put down. I wish my heart believed it, because it is broken and continuously crying. I have had you cremated, and you, my favorite dog, will be buried with Dad and me. Dad tells me he believes that our loving God welcomes pets into Heaven. This makes sense as, unlike humans, animals are sinless, self-less, loving creatures. In the hopes that this is true, I shall live each day of my life differently from now on. Because I couldn't imagine spending eternity without you. We love you, Gunner. Give Dad's and my three babies, and Pushinka, Wiltmore, Miss Kitty, Buffy and Reilly hello for us. Until we can share a ride on a cloud, or go for another walk, goodbye our love. Mom and Dad
After nearly two years of battling diabetes and kidney failure, I lost my little girl Turbo the cat just a few hours ago. It's hard to believe that little alley cat that I bottled fed is gone. I'm going to miss that furry little face curling up with me when I go to sleep. One of my favorite things about her is that I taught her how to sit pretty and dance on command. She was one of the smartest cats I've ever known. I could never leave flowers in a vase in reach or she would bite the flowers off. But I could never get mad at that adorable little face. I think my laughing just encouraged her to keep doing it. I'll miss her terribly. At least her suffering is over. My angel now rests.
Bear-Lee and I first met the day she was born next door at my neighbor's home. She adopted us shortly thereafter and soon grew into an impressive 105 pound guardian of her domain. She was a lady every day of her life; even tempered, gentle, obedient and loving. In spite of her large size she didn't take up very much room, probably because of her good manners. Bear traveled to work with me most of her life and came to be the "meeter greeter" at our office/warehouse, "Caravan Contractors" perhaps you have had the pleasure of her company on occasion.
Miss Bear-Lee as she was also called had a full time job of her own, raising our now 13-year old grandson, Daniel. Daniel was 6 months old when Bear was born but some how she grew up faster than he did. It was her job to give him doggy-back rides, share her ball and bones with him, bark if anyone came too close to his stroller and as he got older pull him along on his roller blades, play search and rescue and watch a few good TV programs together.
Bear-Lee was the proud owner of her family Janet, Angelo, Daniel and Madeline and we tried never to let her down.
Sunday, June 16th, 2002 was a very sad day for our family and all who knew her. After twelve and a half years of loyal companionship Miss Bear-Lee came to a quiet end at the "Animal Emergency Clinic" on 22nd Avenue North in St. Petersburg. My husband Angelo and I were at her side as she took her last breath, how could we not be there, she was always there for us!
As we go through the grieving process of losing our dear friend we keep reminding ourselves how fortunate we are to have had the pleasure of her company even though it was far to brief.
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As we go through the grieving process of losing our dear friend we keep reminding ourselves how fortunate we are to have had the pleasure of her company even though it was far to brief. <img src="C:\WINDOWS\Desktop\DANAND~1.JPG>
My dog and I were like soul mates, I can't remember a time that she wasn't right there when I needed her comfort, she meant a lot to everyone in my family and we all miss her a lot. The thing I regret most in life at this time is that I didn't lay there with my arm over her longer my parents put her in the truck. I miss her so much at those times I'm cold and can't lay next to her with my arm around her and she would warm me with her body heat. There are many things I wish I hadn't done to her and things I wish I had done to her. When I was younger she would pull me on my rollerblades. I miss those times when her and I would just be there together and I could tell her everything and she wouldn't argue, interrupt, or put me down, she was my best friend. Even though I'm six months older it seems as if she was the one looking after me. Just knowing she was there put a feeling into me that lifted me up. Days when I was blue she would just walk into my room and I would see her and i magically felt better. I miss my dog and I think I always will, but I feel a little better now that I've expressed my feelings.
Bear-Lee and I first met the day she was born next door at my neighbor's home. She adopted us shortly thereafter and soon grew into an impressive 105-pound guardian of her domain. She was a lady every day of her life; even tempered, gentle, obedient and loving. In spite of her large size she didn’t take up very much room, probably because of her good manners. Bear traveled to work with me most of her life and came to be the "meeter greeter" at our office/warehouse, "Caravan Contractors" perhaps you have had the pleasure of her company on occasion.
Miss Bear-Lee as she was also called had a full time job of her own, raising our now 13-year-old grandson, Daniel. Daniel was 6 months old when Bear was born but some how she grew up faster than he did. It was her job to give him doggy-back rides, share her ball and bones with him, bark if anyone came too close to his stroller and as he got older pull him along on his roller blades, play search and rescue and watch a few good TV programs together.
Bear-Lee was the proud owner of her family Janet, Angelo, Daniel and Madeline and we tried never to let her down.
Sunday, June 16th, 2002 was a very sad day for our family and all who knew her. After twelve and a half years of loyal companionship Miss Bear-Lee came to a quiet end at the "Animal Emergency Clinic" on 22nd Avenue North in St. Petersburg. My husband Angelo and I were at her side as she took her last breath, how could we not be there, she was always there for us!
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grandma took me to get you Muffin because i had to put my other cat to sleep when i was in 5th grade. it was a real special day because right when i went to the cage that you were in I knew you were the one i wanted. on are way home we stopped by Burger King and tried to feed you some of our fries. since that day you became my cat. You only responded to me not mom. Everyday before I'd go off to school or leave the house I would go to the couch and whistle and no matter what room you were in you'd come running down the stairs and jump onto the couch n put your nose up to me n that was your way of kissing me. I always found it so funny how you'd always turn your head and put your butt towards mom when she'd try to kiss you. whenever we'd go to sleep you would always be right in my bed waiting for me to get into bed. You would always look up at me and start to meow which I knew it was your way of talking to me. After I got into bed you would come under the blankets and lay close to me while I rubbed your tummy. One day before school this year I was sitting in the dinning room and my backpack was on the table so I hid on one side and you were on the other side. I poked my head around n you started to play hide-n-seek with me then you got mad I guess cause you jumped over my backpack n hit my head. we always thought it was funny and cute how you'd always do that after a while. You were always there to cheer me up by rubbing against me and giving me kisses and looking at me wit that sweet face. You are the sweetest cat. I've lost you once before for 2 weeks muffin but thankfully I got u back and that was the happiest day of my life but then i find u dead in my room after my vacation. I feel so guilty for going away and leaving you. it has to be the worst day ever and I got the worst feelings but it just doesn't seem real!! but I have to remind myself your in a better place watching over me and mom. we love you so much and it was so hard to say good-bye and look at you laying on the table at the vets office! even though your dead you'll always be alive in my heart!! I just want to thank you for the best 5 years that your were hear in our lives! I love you muffer duffer! xoxoxoMwAhxoxoxo LOVE ALWAYS N FOREVER Mom, Candace (your mommy), Simba (cat), Meeko (cat),Ziair (cat)-(your buddy) we'll never forget you!! you're now my angel in the sky and I will be with you one day and that will be another very happy and special day for me!
ODE for BEEP
He came to our home - When he was full-grown.
He didn’t peep - Because his name was BEEP.
He knew when I was sick or sad - He would bump my head to make Me glad.
He slept on my pillow - His tail curled round my head Like a willow.
He loved to catch lizards - But never ate a gizzard.
He shared his home with another boy - Who we named Troy.
And one more named Cream - Who wasn’t in his dream.
The patio was his favorite place - It was his space.
He greeted each visitor - And shined their shoes without a blister.
He played ball - Sometimes in the hall.
He loved paper & bows - And played in their throws.
Baths were fun - But only in the sun.
He didn’t like rides in a car - No matter how far.
He chased his tail in the closet - But never caught it.
He got sick with cancer - And no one had the answer.
He died today - Now there’s an empty place.
But he lives in my heart - So we will never part. E. Messenger BEEP 9/28/89 - 6/19/02
Jo-Jo (my sweet little old lady), you came to daddy and I thirteen years ago, a lost little kitty with no place to call home. Daddy and I took you into our home and our hearts, though you were very hard to get close to in the beginning, you would bite me every time I got too close to you, but I would not give up on you. I knew that you had a hard life before coming to us and you did not trust anyone, and I determined to get you to trust me, and you did. You gave us thirteen great and loving years~ I am so glad that it was our door you came to that night. I love you so much and it was very hard for me to let you go, but you were and pain and I knew that you were going to a better place where there is no pain, and some we will be together again. I did not know if I could stay with you that day when I had to make that decision to end your pain, but when I looked into your eyes I knew that I had to stay with you, because you were my baby and you had been here for all these years, so I did stay with you until the very end~and that does bring me comfort, because I know that you know I never deserted you and you will always have your mommy's love and place in my heart. I love you Jo-JO, and I always will. The house seems so empty without here, I can hardly stand to be here without you. Everyone says that it will get easier~ I hope that they are right~ but I know that I will always miss you!!!! I will always love you JO-JO!!!! Love, Mommy
Percy has always been my constant in my life. He always slept on my pillow draped across the top of my head. He loved to hang over my shoulder and give me back rubs while I rubbed his. He was 15 years old and left me suddenly with cancer. I'm a veterinary technician and no matter how much I know about vet medicine It still does not lessen my grief. I wrote a poem that sums up how I feel about my relationship with Percy. It is published on the website poetry.com. TIMELESS ESSENCE GOLDEN ORBS CONTENTLY GAZE PURRING; KNEADING TO CALM LIFE'S PERPLEXING MAZE. GOD'S CREATION IN PUREST FORM MY HEART, MY ANCHOR YOU'VE SOOTHED LIFE'S STORMS. UNCONDITIONAL TO THE CORE, YOU WOULD GIVE AND THEN GIVE MORE. SOFT, SUPPLE, BLACK AND WHITE MOON EYES FOREVER BRIGHT. FACE RUBS, BACKRUBS, KITTY KISS MY HEART WILL YEARN AND FOREVER MISS. IN YOUR SPIRIT WILL ABIDE MY KITTY ANGEL AS MY GUIDE. IN MY HEART FOREVER MORE, UNTIL I REACH THE RAINBOW'S DOOR.
My Tatala Rusty was 18 years old. He was our baby and my first true love. Rusty was the child I never had and he brought me such happiness and so much joy. In bad times Rusty was there to help through. We moved to Florida just 3 months ago and Rusty was with us for the long haul. He was a real trooper and tried to adjust to his new home. He got sick into the first month of being in Florida. We took him to the vet and he pulled through. It happened again a month later and we again got him back to health but after that bout he just couldn't fight any longer. His age caught up with him and he just decided to give up. We didnt give up but he showed us that he wanted to rest. On the eve of his last day I asked Rusty to lay his "Keppy" (head) on my body and then said to him, "Are you ready to go to sleep?" and Rusty looked at me and laid his head against me and kissed my neck. We knew it was time. So on Monday July 1, 2002 Rusty was laid to sleep. Our hearts are so broken but we just keep all the wonderful memories of Rusty and we say that he was our boy, our Tatala....Rest in Peace Rusty. We will love you forever and ever... Mommy and Daddy
My sweet Buffy I miss you so much, but I know you are in a much better place with a never-ending supply of tuna and catnip. I hope I can hold you again someday.
Max was a Doberman and he was my best friend. We grew up together and have created many memories over the past 13 years. He was such an awesome dog and had a great personality. We had so many nicknames for him over the years too, as he went through his many stages. While he was still young we would call him Houdini, because he would use his paws to push his collar over his head so he could go for a "run." Really , it was just a way for him to get a ride in the car, as that is how we would go to look for him. He also loved for people to shake his paw. And if you would ignore him he would brush you with his paw until you gave him pets. Max also LOVED his people food and of course he would always get some kind of leftover. Max eventually took over my bedroom when I went away to college, but didn't mind my intruding over breaks. I will miss him dearly until I get to see him again. Love you beaner!!
This is a poem that I wrote for Dover.
A beautiful tabby Striped orange and white Satin smooth fur Eyes so bright A loving friend Who never showed fright When you were upset You could hold him tight When he got mad He was quite a sight He was loved by all until the end Now he's an angel In the sky above He will always be missed and always be loved.
Dover was the kind of cat you meet once in a lifetime. He was sweet, loving and protective of everyone in our home. He went out of his to cheer you up when you were sad. My mom found him in Dover Delaware (hence his name) half dead. She brought him home and cleaned him up. At one point he weighed 25 pounds but still ran around like a little kitten. I will always remember him and love him forever.
First of all...hey Dover..i know you are out there and we WILL meet again...you will always be with me until then....Mom
In May of this year we had a wonderful sweet 16 birthday party for my little girl, Nikki. In June her brain tumor took her and I miss her all the time. I know she is still here in spirit and I feel her kisses on my ear every time I sit in the living room. I wish you could have known this sweet, loving and affectionate kitty. Sleep tight my angel, until you see Mama again!
May of 1997 my husband and my 3 year old son and I went to pick up our new puppy "Cash" His owners had to get rid of him because they were moving and couldn't take him with them. We met them at Pets Mart to pick up the pup. I can remember the 1st time I seen him walking down the aisle of the store. Cute as could he could be! Not even 10 pounds yet and just adorable. It was instant love. We took him home and he fit in with our family like a glove. I'm February of 1999 I found out I was expecting our 2nd son Due in September and we were living with my father law at the time. When the baby was about 10 months old we went to live with some friend and we could not take Cash along. So my brother and my mom said they would take him for us. I knew he would be in good hands. My mom also had a little dog at her house. He and Cash grew to be the best of friends. Well Cash and my brother grew so close that I decide to just let him keep Cash because he had more time to spend with him than I did and I knew I could take the kids to visit him anytime. In February 2002 my brother took Cash to the vet because he had this limp in his front shoulder. We were not sure if it was a sprain or muscle pull. So we had x-rays done and they showed nothing wrong. So months went by and some days he would be fine and others he would limp around. He never seemed to be in pain so we really didn't pay in much mind. In June 2002 he started going downhill. He wasn't as active and not really eating much. The kids and I had went to visit him around the 21st of June and spent a few days at my mothers house. I noticed he wasn't a playful and didn't jump around like he use to. I just blew it off as the fact that he was getting older. He and I sat outside and I brushed him for a good 30 mins. I had my camera with me that day and asked my brother to take a picture of Cash and I. Little did I know it would be the last day we spent together ..I am so glad I had him take the picture for me. I will cherish it forever! On the morning of July 5th my husband and the kids and I went out to do some shopping when we got home I had a message from my mom to call her. I called and that is when I got the news that they had to have Cash put to sleep. She told that he had stopped eating and was loosing weight and had started to vomit. So that morning my mom and brother took him in and told the vet do whatever it takes to find out what is wrong with him. They left him with the vet and went home. A few hours later they get the call. The blood work showed that one of his kidneys has shut down and the other was in bad shape. His blood levels were not good at all. And the vet said that he had to be in much pain. He just didn't let it show. Needless to say my mom and brother were devastated to hear that he had no hope for recovery. They went down to the Vet to say goodbye to him. My mom said he was so happy to see them walk in the door. Up and tail wagging showing no pain. He just wanted to go home. My brother was so upset that he just could not stay to see him go. he just spent about 20 mins holding him and telling him goodbye. My mom and brother said the hardest thing they ever had to do was walk out the door and leave him behind. But they knew it was best to let him go and suffer no more. I just stood and cried and cried listening to my mom tell me about all of this on the phone. All our family and friends were very upset to hear about Cash passing. He was a big sweetie and will be missed by many. My brother had him cremated and has his ashes. My moms house just seems so empty now without him there. Her little dog Rascal had a hard time dealing with Cash being gone. He didn't eat for 3 days after and would just wonder around looking for him. It was sad! He is truly missed and will never be forgot.
I just want you to know Sammy that Mommy loves and misses you very much. When the vet said that you were suffering and your condition was only going to get worse it was the hardest decision of my life to have to let them put you to sleep. I hope you are at peace and please don't be upset with Mommy for having to do what she did. You are my little baby boy and I will carry you in my heart always and Mommy will be with you again someday. Daddy, Sierra, Fluffy Stuff, Dixie and Rocky send their love and miss you very much. xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
we always slept together & I would bury my face in2 his soft fur & now at night I wake feeling alone & cold :-( when I was a kid I would take Doodie to school with me sometimes just to make sure I'd be able to snuggle up to him that night :o) a few weeks be4 he died I took him 2 the safari park & to Sherwood forest just to spend time with him, I guess my heart new :-( but Doodie was such a faithful friend to me & when I lost my daughter he was there for me & he was there when i was sat on my kitchen floor crying my eyes out, he would come up to me & wipe my tears away with his soft face & I'd hold him tight, he also excepted moving home nearly every 2 years, as long as he was with me I think he would of gone & done anything but now I don't want to do anything without him because Doodie was my life & now it is so empty & painful. I miss you Doodie & I'll be with you soon xxxxxx love you so much my dear friend xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
In loving memory of our best friend and protector Duffy boy. You saw our family through the hard times with so much love and joy. We will always remember you and will miss you deeply. Always in our hearts and those who loved you also. Your buddy Milo is searching for you with lonely meows. Love, Debi , John, Ashley and Milo
Shadow was my best friend. She was a Doberman pitcher. Everyone thought Dobies were mean but it all depends on how you treat them. We had a lot of good times together. It was hard when my family lost her. She was found were she usually is, right next to my bed were she sleeps at night. She will surely be missed by the family, especially by me. God rest your soul Shadow Jan-1989 - June-2002
It has now been 6 & 1/2 months since I lost my beloved Felicia, and I am still bawling uncontrollably. I miss my precious pussycat! I was the luckiest person in the world because I had the BEST CAT IN THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD! She was striking with her tiger stripes and big gorgeous green eyes. Not only did she look like a tiger, but she also possessed the feisty personality of a real tiger, and somehow that made me the proud Mom of my spunky girl!! Felicia was no ordinary cat, and we did not have a normal relationship. We did absolutely everything together, and I do mean EVERYTHING! Felicia was a traveling kitty! She flew on airplanes, stayed in high-class hotels and resorts, and rode with me everywhere in the car! Felicia also meowed on command...Just snap your fingers and point at her...."MEOW!"... guaranteed to work every time. She should've been in tv commercials. Felicia was my life! She was my baby, my best friend, my roommate, my everything! I was obsessed with her... I smothered her with love and affection. I will never, ever, ever LOVE like that again... and this sad but true realization is heartbreaking. I miss her MORE than words can say. She meant the world to me.... I WANT HER BACK!
Hoochie.. (Rott 13yrs) It seam like yesterday she was running with her ears flapping & that smile only dogs have. She gave me so many memories. But the love & strength she gave me when my son was killed by his girlfriend in my home, she tried so hard to protect him, but was not able to get into the house, but you can tell by the way the window & door was torn up she did everything she could. I remember the look on her face as I drove into the driveway after getting the call..the look of disappointment on her half..thinking she did not do her job...But she did way more..she was at my side as I open my car door..and has been at my side thru all my tears, putting her head in my lap or touching me with her paw, lying next too me when I could not sleep, when i needed the extra power to go on. Hoochie girl..you did more than any dog could for my life..I well miss my sweet girl. I well always remember in your last few hours how you keep looking at me, like you were trying to get that last vision of me and telling me with your eyes,"Mom..I love you" Girl sweet dreams and loving memories..all my love, mom (past 5:00pm on 18 Aug 2002)
Alex loved to unwrap his own presents on his birthday and at Christmas. He was the best cocker anyone could ever ask for. Always there waiting for me.
Roscoe was and always will be one of the greatest cats my life has been blessed with. Such a love of life and just being a cat. He passed away after a year of battling with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. He had an enlarged heart, genetic probably. His cardiologist though he had just three months when diagnosed, but he showed them. We had his chest tapped every week the last 4 months until he finally had enough. He tried so hard. I know he had the best year with me. Better than a lot of people have their whole lives. Roscoe, Beautiful, loving, and gentle at heart. My wiskliest wedhead in the world. I will always be cwazy about you, puppy. Love you forever Bosco. I know you will be there waiting for me with Megan and MacGuyver. Lost without you guys. Love Mom
My Dog Cyndle was loved by everyone who ever laid eyes on her. She was a black standard poodle. When I was about 5 years old, my parents thought it was a good time to get a puppy. I got to name her and I named after the little girl in Ewok adventures, thus being Cyndle. Cyndle's nature her whole entire life brought nothing but warmth to people's heart. Her best friend was our 2nd dog named Lilly. Lilly loves her and misses her very much
As soon as I moved into my very first apartment, I got in the car, drove to the shelter and met Louie. He was part of a litter of three kittens, two of which were huddled in the back of the cage. Not Louie. He literally reached out to me from his cage, begging to be held.
He was no ordinary cat. I used to say he was a dog in cat's clothing. He would fetch toys, paw at the door and give me kisses when I came home. When I was sad he would curl up next to me and nudge me with his head as if to say "It'll be alright." When friends would come over he would run up to them and cry until they would pick him up. He loved everybody.
About three years ago he started getting sick. He became thinner and thinner till he reached a point where he had to be tube fed. Time and time again he would go through this but then get better. This time he didn't. Now I'm in veterinary school and I stood there helplessly as the doctors worked on him. Finally his little body just gave out. I tearfully said my goodbyes and almost everyone in the ICU broke down with me. It was the saddest moment of my life.
Louie, I miss you so much. My heart is broken and I feel like the pain won't end. But, I know eventually it will, it's just going to take some time. I know you are in a better place now. I know you aren't sick anymore. I'll always remember you. Love, mom
Baloo was my best friend. I will never forget the last weekend I spent with him. We went camping and he slept in my sleeping bag with me. It was so amazing to feel his heartbeat next to mine. I remember the first day I got him. It was so awesome. On our way home he fell asleep in my lap. I will miss him stealing my cookies from me and every time I turned my back he would eat my ice cream. Baloo, you will be in my heart forever!!! I Love You!!! We will see each other again when I am old and gray. Mom and Dad love you too and miss you more than ever. At night I feel you laying next to me and your kisses will always be with me. It has almost been three weeks and the pain is there more than ever. There is no cute dog to greet me at the door. I know you're up in heaven because you helped me through my rough times. You left us when you got hit by the car. It was far too soon. I think of you as my guardian angel dog. I will love you forever and ever!!
Thanks for always keeping me warm. Mommy Loves you.
My Bear puppy was such a good dog. He was my companion of 13 years. About six months ago, he went on a little trip when the gate to our backyard was left open. We put up hundreds of fliers all over our neighbor, but he was found more than two miles away. That was a long way for an old man to travel, especially crossing very busy roads. He came home safe and sound, just a little tired. I can't thank the family enough that found him. The man who called, said "I have your dog." I asked, "You have Bear?!" He replied, "I have a BIG black bear at my house." Because of you, he died at home in his own time. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. Just a few months ago, we took Bear to my Aunt's farm. My little old man saw an Emu across the fence, and ran acres up and down the fence chasing that big bird. I didn't think my Bear could still run so fast! He had so much fun. Even in his last days, he had fun playing with his Rottweiler brother "Sir". Bear was 50 lbs and 13 years, Sir is 90 pounds and 3 years old, and Bear still challenged Sir to a nightly came of chase. Bear was my puppy who grew into an old man. It's so sad that they start off as little puppies, then they grow older than us. We lose them far to early. You are missed Bearski, have fun over the Rainbow Bridge. Love forever, Mommy Danielle, Mommy Cheryl, and Sir.
Sally was a Beautiful Black Cat. She was one of a kind. Part Siamese, but all black and graceful, like a statue. Sally was very small, only 3 1/2 pounds in her adult life. People often mistook her for a kitten. She was very special to me. My heart animal. She was born into my hands one February afternoon and was mine, only and always mine. She established a very close relation ship with me as a kitten and I was definitely her person. She had very Siamese characteristics. She was quiet and timid, except around her family. She was very one personed, and she talked. Boy, could she talk. She would carry on conversations with me. She was so clever with the brightest, most intelligent green eyes. She was so, so, soft. Rabbit like, soft with short downy fur. She was with me throughout some of the most troubling, formative times in my life. When I lived alone, I didn't really live alone. She was there and she greeted me every night. She'd crawl into my arms and let me hold her like a baby. She was my baby. She was my comfort. She slept on my hip every night until I married and then she slept at my feet. I knew instinctively that she was there and was careful not to kick her off the bed. We moved 4 times together and the last time into my dream house, about a month ago. She rode the whole hour and a half ride in my lap, talking reproachfully to me when my husband made a sharp turn. She seemed to adjust well here and would sleep on top of the dryer in the sun. She had other spots she made here own even in the short time that we were here. I see her out of the corner of my eye on the staircase still, but she is not here. Her sister cat Lily is still with us. She looks for her sister, but she's gone. Lily is a comfort, but she is newer to us and she is just not Sally. She will never be Sally. Yesterday Afternoon. September 30th, 2002 Sally Passed away. What time? I'm not sure. I didn't even know that she was going to leave us. We had no indication at all. She curled up under my daughters bed and died. I will never know why and wonder if I could of somehow helped her. I only hope that was painless. She took a nice, cozy cat nap and just never woke up. I loved her so much. Did she know it? My husband found her and I got to see her one last time. She was gone from her body. It wasn't her any more. I couldn't even come up with the strength to pet her one last time. I was afraid she would be so cold and she was always so warm. So Soft. I am so upset. I never thought I would lose her this way. I thought we would have a few more years together. I am going to miss her so much. God, please let there be a place in heaven for Sally. She loved me unconditionally, like no one has before. She trusted me. Me! Please let me see her again someday. Let her climb into my lap and purr. I will never again take it for granted and get up to do something else, to answer the phone. I will cherish her and her memory. My little Sally Bird, I Love You where ever you are. You were the most special cat, like no other. I will always remember you. Love Mommy
I remember the day you were born and I quickly removed you from your mother so you would not get what she was sick from. I remember the times I would keep you in my shirt pocket while I hung the laundry out on the line, and how you later took that and taught yourself how to give me and Daddy hugs. I remember the banana shaped runts you used to play with all over the house and swat under all the all the mats. I remember all the times you stood your ground and went for all the dogs we used to bring home, also the 4 we have now but then you settled down and finally accepted them by showing your affection to them just as you did with us. I remember the times you would be real nice and friendly then swat with claws out when your petter was least expecting it. I remember the way you were so particular and would only eat fresh food in your bowl, Cuban ham from the market, but no other meats, bean sprouts daddy didn't like from his Chinese fried rice, and hated shrimp and fish like I never thought any cat would ever turn down. I remember so many things about my precious Meesh, way to many to rehash so soon, of all the things I remember the most I remember that in the last 11 years your daddy and I have not yet had any children, you have filled that emptiness, and made us not even notice we were missing out on anything. We will miss you and all the little kitty things you used to do, and we will never forget about you. I know I will always sleep being careful not to move my pillow at night, or step on you in the dark when I go to the bathroom in the middle of the night. And I will always look for you to greet us when we come home from being away from you for only a few hours. You may not be there to greet us back, but your memories are all we have of you to hold. Soon we will be getting your ashes back, and in a very nice urn you will stay, with your picture etched on crystal, and all we'll have left of you inside. I will place you next to Grandpa on the wall unit, and we will say hello to you both everyday of all the days for the rest of our lives.
Forever and Always our loving 4 legged chide. Were so proud we gave you 11 years when your sisters and brothers all never made it to even 6 months. Your were always a strong kitty, and you're still a strong kitty now, always young at heart and playful spirit, We love you, and with that we know there will never be another you.
Little girl.... I miss you more than words can say... You left so fast and I never got to say good-bye.... You were the most important person/animal to me... Its been almost a year since you left me and its a been a horrible year for me.. If only I had time to do over I would have never went to the hospital that day with my dad, I would have stayed home for you. I cry every night mainly when i go to bed cause you aren't there, the spot where you slept will and can not NEVER be filled.... Your death was truly an accident and I'm sad that you left for heaven so soon without me. But I know you hear me talking to you daily and your around me often. I know that you have seen your picture that i hung in my room.
I love you little girl..you're truly missed..Momma loves you to and misses you a lot. Love ya, Jessica
Domino and I walked every morning and night. He was my friend, buddy, little boy and my son's brother. We will miss your smile and your bark. Our house is empty but we all knew you had to sleep. We will always hold you dear to our heart. we love you domino and know you are running with the angels.
Fuzzy, you were the best little kitty I could ever have! We had almost 16 years of friendship and love. Losing you has left a gaping hole in my heart. The house is empty and quiet without you. I miss how you would follow me around the house. I miss you sleeping on my chest and waking me up every morning with your tickly whiskers and soft paws. I can't go into a room without seeing you there...then you're not and my heart drops.
I love you tremendously and will see you again.
Love me
Dearest Pete, you were my first cat and I'll never forget how I came into the animal shelter and there you were a tiny little kitten. You reached your paw out to me, meowing as if to say, "You must take me!" It was an offer I could not refuse. Now that you are gone, I realize just how much I love you. I knew it when you were alive, how I would always share things with you, how you would wait for me to come home. Then I would say "hi" to you and you would just meow back at me to say hi too. You would always be there. No matter where I was, you'd always come around and make sure you were with the family. You will always be my very independent, honest, caring cat. I love you so much! I know you are in a peaceful place where you have everything you always wanted, and you come sometimes to say hello to me here in my three-dimensional world. Thank you for all the loving moments you provided and all the lessons I learned from being with you. These things can never be measured!
I see how precious the love and presence of our animal friends truly are. You are so loved! Love Anna (and Rory too)
I've had Susie since she was 10 weeks old. She's been with me almost all of my adult life, through a marriage, divorce, many moves, broken hearts and also wonderful times. Along with her partner, Shelby, who is still with me, she gave me a reason to get up and get going on days when my world was seemingly falling apart. She was the sweetest animal alive and I still look at her bed in the corner expecting to find her there. I love her and miss her terribly. The 15 years we got to share mean the world to me and letting her go was one of the hardest things I've ever done. I love you, Susie.
Oh, Tig. You were my little buddy. I remember the day I met you at the shelter. And the day I picked you up at the shelter to drive you to your new home. I have so many memories of you: sitting in the window, meowing conversations with me, your first snowfall, driving across country in the summer, playing with your toys, you asleep at the foot of the bed, and our winking game. But the memories hurt because you are no longer here with me. I miss you so much, little buddy. You became so sick and weak. Tig, I couldn't let you suffer anymore. This was the hardest thing I've ever done. I know that you don't hurt anymore, that you can walk again on steady legs, and can eat whatever you want. There will never be another cat like you. Love and miss you, Mom.
In loving memories - Isaac Bullard - Your daddy is still loving you and missing you.
Buddy used to chase pylons and sing to them he was a German Shepherd with a huge heart and we loved him more than anything. he was our only child as we called him our child and treated him as such. In winter if you were sleeping and cold he would come lay on you to keep you warm.
i was Buddy's "mom". Buddy I know you are still with me but I want you to now that i love you baby. I miss you when I walk now and still cant stop the sadness but I hope to see you again someday. I still kiss your picture on your urn every night. you were the best dog ever. I hope you are happy and Danny tells me that spud just recently passed so maybe you have a new friend with you hon. Love mom
Stubby was with me only one year but I lost her very tragically. When I first found her I didn't want to keep her but she grew on me. She was a little short tailed kitten. I grew to love her very much. I'll never forget her now that she's gone to Rainbows Bridge. I wish she could still be here with me but that wasn't meant to be .I'll save a special place in my heart for you my sweet little Stubby. C.D.
one time i stuck my hand in her cage and she licked it. Then my friend stuck her hand and she bit it.
Bebop that is what we always called you. You were my first doggie since I was a kid, your daddy brought you home to me to fill my summer days when my son, your brother was gone to visit his family, when he came home home that summer he was so happy to see you, you were a great puppy. You had a great life and it was hard to let you go but I know that it was time, I remember you as a puppy sitting on our boat with your ears flappy in the wind just enjoying yourself and loved every minute when you were on the boat. Then you were a mommy yourself, and loved that too, you were sleeping beside me when you gave birth to your first puppy and you had a hard night but you made it and were a great mom, Polly and Dory must be really glad to see their mom again, you are probably fighting over the ball, but you were still with us when they left us not long ago and I know that you missed them. It was hard to let you go but you were an old lady and you got around even when your eyes went bad, but you still got inside and outside without a problems nothing could stop you. We miss you dearly and think of you all the time. We will remember you always and think of you everyday, but you are happy again with your daughters, playing and having a good time. Bebop you will always be in our thoughts and dreams, we will see you at another time. love mom and dad
He was a big dog. A Dobie/Shepherd mix that loved to play with toys. His favorite was this big rubber frog. He would walk around for hours (yes, really hours) with this in his mouth. It was so funny to see this big brute with this in his mouth. I miss him so much. Please be waiting at the bridge for me, my froggie boy.
Little guy.... I know you're up there smiling down on me, but I kind of wish you were still here right in front of me giving me that smile. It wasn't your time to go, and it's not fair. I'm sorry for any mean thing I ever said to you, ever little spanking that I gave you, for ever leaving you home alone to suffer while I had to go to work. Mommy and Daddy love you very much and we want you to know that no matter what....WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU LITTLE GUY! You were never just a pet to us...you were our little son. When I saw you lying there on that table at the Vet's ER...Mommy and Daddy couldn't help but cry because we knew we couldn't do anything more than to sit and wait for you to pull through. Then when I saw you laying on that table in that little room....heartbreaking. I tried to hold back the tears because I knew you never wanted to see me cry, but I couldn't help it. Your little body was so stiff and so cold. I just wanted to believe that you were asleep and that you were going to wake up and cuddle next to me, but you weren't breathing. I know you can't stand to see Mommy and Daddy hurt, but buddy....the pain is just too great to hide. You will forever be missed and loved! You are always KING OF THIS CASTLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
HOW WELL SHE LOOKED AFTER MY 2 YEAR OLD SON DOMINICK. SHE WAS THE MOST LOVING DOG IN THE WORLD SHE WAS BRAVE STRONG AND FEARLESS ESPECIALLY WHEN IT CAME TO HER FAMILY. BEST MEMORIES ARE HER GOOOFY WAYS LIKE OPEN AND CLOSING DOORS TO MAKE YOU LAUGH, WE LOVE YOU STORM AND WILL MISS YOU SO SO MUCH
the way I miss cuddles is when she use to jump around and play a lot. But when she was playing with yarn she got all tied into a knot. She would always be out. She would only come into eat or come in at night time, but you know that wasn't a crime. It doesn't feel the same, but you know I would always take the blame.
Harley is the most beloved cat a couple could ever have. From the day we picked him up at the Pet Shop he was one of the family. He was more of a dog than a cat. He was constantly around us, wherever we were in the house he was there with us. When outside he would just sit by our chairs like a dog and when he would start to stray just call his name and he would come right back. My wife and I miss him terribly, we will never forget Harley, "Furface".
He was my best friend, I love him with all my heart
GOODBYE MY LITTLE CHELSEA, MY LOVE. I WILL ALWAYS HAVE YOU IN MY HEART. YOU WERE WITH ME THROUGH THICK AND THIN. I COULD NEVER REPLACE YOU. YOU WERE SUCH A BEAU
