Caber thru Cypher

Caber was a very sweet and brave dog. He had insulin dependent diabetes for seven of his twelve years. Eventually he went into renal failure and passed away. All my prayers were answered and I have a lot to be thankful for. But my husband, girl dog Astor, and I miss him terribly.

Laura L. Gardner

Cadbury left me due to an enlarged heart and cancer...I'd like to think that the enlarged heart was because it was just filled with too much love. She was my best little friend, so sensitive and charming, never asking for anything more than my cuddles and my love. I just pray that God and Bo have found her and have comforted her and eased her fears - and that her little body finds the peace that it deserves after the many challenges her little body faced in this life. Goodbye my friend. Go with the grace of God on the wings of your angel ...until I see you again.

Kay Gilmer

Cadbury was an exceptionally intelligent and beautiful labrador. As one of two "twins" --as we also have his littermate Buck,
Caddy bedazzled and enchanted the neighborhood with his intensely deliberate kindness and breathtaking athleticism.
He was killed just a week after his first birthday but in the 10 months we had him he enriched us for many lifetimes.

Louise Felsher

My beloved Caddy - died at 16 years of age, a diabetic for 11 of those years at 2 insulin shots a day. You were so special, my little MoosePie. You were so brave having shots and bloodwork all those years. To have had to let you go last fall has just broken my heart. I have your brothers and sister still to love, and yet, you were my true furry soulmate. I know we've been together before - you knew me better than anyone. Your loss is unbearable; I still see you coming toward me on the couch, always wanting to sit by your Momma. Artie misses you, too, Baby. He slept next to you on the floor the night before you left us. I feel as though I've lost a child. Losing a furbaby has never hurt as deeply as this does. I picture you healthy and chubby again with those big kitty ears and that wonderful little purr. I can still smell your fur; still see those beautiful eyes and those big "moose" paws you had. I will see you again, Baby. Wait for me by the Rainbow Bridge. Tell Chorney, Muffin, Teeny, Bogie, Patches, Boots and Hobo to take good care of you; you always were the Baby. May God watch over all of you.

I love you, MoosePie.
Mommy

Caesar,
Rest easy big fella, my sweet boy. You were the pride and joy of my life.
You were always so full of love. I cherished our time together and will forever keep the memories of you within my heart. I miss you so very much. My heart aches with your passing.
Rest easy my sweet boy...
"Love Always"
Dad

To Caesar-

Who will share my sorrow when you are gone?
And feel the ache in my lonely heart,
remembering you in days gone by,
of your sweetness and charm, of the joy you brought me,
Never thinking today we would part.

My burden is heavy for I loved you so much.
You were always there to comfort me when others would leave,
You were always there for me to touch.

Who will share my sorrow when you are gone?
To dry my tears a gentle breeze,
the warm sunny sky and clouds passing by.
In all the beauty that surrounds me now, I see reflections of you.
The life we shared together puts my mind at ease.

Our Golden Ray of sunshine passed on today, He never knew he was a dog. He loved everybody he met and brightened their day, Caesar went for a long walk today and met 3 new friends, he couldn't walk as well as he used to, he's been having problems, but he still made time to come with us today. He thoroughly enjoyed the warm sunshine on his face and the breeze through his fur, He came home and had a drink of water..like he always does..and five minutes later he was gone from us forever. He's waiting at the Bridge for us I know, and we look forward to taking him for "walkies" again someday..We'll pick right up where we left off..We Love You Caesar and will always remember Your Smile..All Our Love, Mommy, Daddy, Brandy and Jake

I just want to let you know Caesar that your mommy & daddy and your sister sammi love and miss you very much. Even though you we only with us for a short time you will always be loved and remembered. You will always be our Caesar dog.
love
Daddy, Mommy and Sammi

To my baby boy Caesar. I am so sorry that I couldn't save you. The lymphoma was more than the chemo could take. Thank you so much my precious boy for the seven years you had given me. A part of me went with you that awful day. You were never a dog to me, but my four legged son. Mommy misses and loves you very much. I hope and pray that you are finally at peace.
We love and miss you!
Mommy, Daddy, Devon and Rex

Caesar was my big baby- he was my lap cat no matter where I was-he had to be close to me wherever I was in the house - he was best buddies with Sammy, my big black cat who has Diabetes and has been well maintained for 2 years now and hopefully has several years - he mourned for Caesar for a good three months and now sees me as his best buddy!

Tedra Raden

Dear Caesar,
I still miss you so much and think of you everyday!
Even though I can't see you, I know you are there by my side, my guardian angel, protecting me from any harm.
I love you and am looking forward to the day when we will be reunited in heaven!
With all my love,
Mommy

God Bless Sweet Cagney

Sandra, Denis, Ryan & Jaime

I had Cagney for almost 13 years, and she was a member of my family. She left her sister and I very heartbroken. I know she was suffering, and in the end couldn't even stand up, she was so weak...she had cancer we found out. I had no option but to put her to sleep, but I can't stand that I had to do it. I don't think I'll ever stop crying. I hope that she is waiting for me at Rainbow Bridge. I'll never forget her or stop missing her.

Alisa Blevins

Cagni was a very special cat. We found him abandoned at one week old. We had to feed him with a baby bottle for weeks! He grew up feisty and ornery. He loved Mike and followed him everywhere. When Mike was late getting home from work, Cagni would sit at the back door crying for him. or if Mike would go to bed without telling Cagni, Cagni would sit in the hallway yowling until Mike would holler from the bedroom "I'm in here!"

Although he was getting sick from the feline leukemia he had contracted, he was still taken before his time. He will always be a happy memory for me, Mike and my children.

We will meet again one day, Cagni... at Rainbow Bridge

"Chelsea" my true & dear friend, I miss you everyday. I will always remember your morning kisses & all the love & joy you brought into my life.

Dari & Ron Moreira

My little puppy and his red bandana

When you came to me and I put your red bandana on,
it was way too big, but my puppy grew strong.
He grew and grew that puppy of mine,
and that red bandana he grew out of with time.
That red bandana soon grew snug.
Now around his neck he wore his proud mommy's hug.
Then came the day when my puppy became sick.
I am sorry my love it was nothing mommy could fix.
My puppy grew weak and tired with time.
I had to say goodbye to that puppy of mine.
Now my heart is full of happy memories and pain,
that puppy had a name and it was Cain.
Run bubba run your red bandana fits you now -
mommy will see you again- somewhere, somehow.

Heather Oberdick

Our dearest boy, the light of our lives, gone on to a better place. God didn't want to see him suffer, so he was asked to take his place in Heaven.

Canine epilepsy should be taken very seriously, and we feel deeply for those of you with a special needs pet. May they all live in happiness, comfort, and love.

D & M Taylor

My dear old golden oldie, much loved, much missed and always in my thoughts and heart.

Gill Jarvis

Cain you are my best friend and have been since the moment we met. I truly don't know how to go on without you. You were always the one to help me through the tough times. Who will help me now when I am suffering the worst time ever - the loss of you? I wish I could be where you are right now, but it is not my time and I have Rain, Khrystle and Thunder to love and care for. Until we meet again I will think of you and all the love we shared and remember that as much as I am in unbearable pain right now, I wouldn't have traded one single moment that I had with you.

I will Love you always.

Chris Kohler

Cairney MacGregor Blair, German Shepard, aged 12 years, lost the fight against Degenerative Myelopathy, and went to Rainbow Bridge at 9am today. He was put to rest at home, and is buried in the back garden in his favorite spot. He was the best of the best, the bravest of the brave, and is, and always will be sorely missed. He is now at play with my special person John, and special pets, Tanll, Smudgy, and Darip Manis and their great grandmother, Bessie.

Katrina

...no stone stands where he lies...
...it is on our hearts that his life is engraved...

Rudy Kmetic

Goodbye dear friend, we love you and we will miss you terribly. We're glad that we had so many wonderful years with you and are thankful you are no longer suffering. Thank you for being such a wonderful part of our family.

Lori, Matt, and Amelia

Mommy and Daddy miss you

Chuck and Shari Rogan

Cal was a regular dog with a beagle face and a beautiful brown coat with assorted white spots. He loved his people. Although we have two other dogs, we wonder who will now bark so loud (we called him Bobnoxious) and stick his nose in the trash can and put his paws on the counter to smell the food and always push his way in for attention.

Lauren Ross and Dean Jenner

Cali, you lived a hard life, kiddo. In 24 short months you were stolen from a loving home, mutilated (teeth filed), hurt and trained to fight to the death, abandoned... a streetkid dog. Then you found Linda. For three joyous weeks you found love and peace. Unfortunately, your poor brain was forever damaged by the fighting training and after you tried to maul Benson (not a good idea as he is a 60 kilo staffy/irish wolfhound cross - luckily with a heart of gold and a temperament to match), you had to go to the Black Forest Vets and be euthanaised. Linda was devastated, and still misses you terribly. She tried so very hard to give you the things you were missing from your life, and we know that you really tried hard, angel pup. Say g'day to J'Herrin, Aloyisious, The Badger, Chakotay, Janis, Morgana and Azreal for me and Linda. We'll see you at The Bridge and we'll go home together. RIP California, love Aunty Avalon xx

Avalon Sperring

Just want to put something down about the most special thing that has ever come into my life. Cali was the most unique dog who truly shared a strong bond with me. When I held her in my arms while the doctor injected her with medication to put her out of her pain a part of me died with her. I will NEVER get over the loss of her and I will ALWAYS love her and cherish every moment that we had together. I will always love you Cali O'Malley and not a day will go by that I will not think of you and thank you for pure joy and happiness that you gave me.

Kathleen Klein

Over and over I ask myself why Cali has passed on. Oh, God, what did I do so wrong that you stripped my precious best friend from me? For what was I neglectful in giving you full honor? Was there a day I failed to thank you for all minor and major blessings you have bestowed upon me? Was there a day I didn't stand up for my faith ? You know my heart. I have searched for a reason for Cali's sudden death.
Everyone that knew her, far and near, has come or called to give their condolences. My heart remains devastated and I make no progress in recovery. I picture her everywhere. I hear her raspy bark. I still anticipate her wild greeting as I return home. She was the epitome of perfection.
Was that the reason, God? Of course, you realize perfection is not only in beauty but in character and quality. She abounded in both. She has an over abundance of love to give. Is this world you created crumbling before your eyes and breaking your heart? Did you feel it was time to reclaim your perfect little creation, Cali, to become your personal comfort? You and I know you have chosen the creme de la creme.
She will incessantly follow you everywhere. Even when sleeping, instinctively she will awaken to follow you to another place. She is never a bother --- she has an innate way of knowing when you need attention and when you have something of importance to attend to.
She has a few requirements of which I am sure you are aware. Daily you must address her as, "Cali Wali Woo, you are the bestest puppa dog. I love you." She will wag her tail profusely, wiggle from head to toe, and bestow her daily ration of kisses. She must have a seat in a window where she can watch your angels and saved souls in your streets of gold. Hours will be spent there and she will announce her opinion of each and every one --- an opinion on which you can rely. When you create thunder or rainstorms, you must take time to hold her in your lap for the duration.
As for mealtimes, while you dine, she will sit at your feet. a constant stare means she enjoys the pleasant smell, but a light tap of her foot upon your leg means she would appreciate a small sampling. Whenever you are sitting and contemplating things on Earth, she will snuggle tightly at your side and quite efficiently slide herself onto your lap for a more comfortable position. At night, she will slide down next to you under the covers with her head propped next to yours on your pillow. But should you fall asleep on the couch, she will sprawl out in the crux of your left arm, or tummy to tummy with you and her beautiful head positioned just right to look into your loving eyes. She will remain there for hours until forced to get off by the firely exchange of body heat. Pillows and similar comfy spots must be available throughout your kingdom as the floor or ground are merely for feet.

And above all, God, remind her daily that Mommy loves her. I know that through my salvation, one of my highest rewards will be to be re-united with my precious Cali.

Karen Kearns

Calico was a beautiful, sweet, wonderful cat, with the cutest face and colorful markings all over her body. She was a little over 18 years old when she passed away, on June 30, 2001. It was heartbreaking to watch her deteriorate, and taking her to the vet to have her put down was the hardest, most heartwrenching thing I have ever had to make myself do. As I write this, its only been a few days since she died, and the pain is still so fresh. I have cried many tears because I wish I could hold her and pet her and kiss her again. I like to imagine that she is now somewhere, healthy and strong like she used to be. She was a very happy and content cat, and she seemed that way all the way to the end. She was very brave. Calico, you are greatly loved and missed by your family. We hope you're in Mom's arms right now, and we hope to see you both again someday!

Love,
Lara, Melanie, Mark & Tom

A beautiful, caring, and special dog that will be forever missed. She was not only a family pet, but a friend, confidant and protector. Although she is no longer physically here with us I feel her spirit with me. I know that when I am called to eternal rest she will be waiting for me to lead the way.

Melissa

"Ode to Callie, Once upon a lifetime" by IS
Once Upon A Lifetime
speak to me
Tell me of the Circle
The cycle of Life
That all souls live immortally
And then I will have no need for this pain
Once Upon A Lifetime
I kissed Callie
Goodbye

17 years af love and affection. A perfect cat and a great companion.

Callie you were one of the best dogs I could have ever asked to have in my life. You were always there waiting for me whenever I come home, with a wag of your tail and a smile, you always made me feel happy and loved. I loved coming home from college and seeing you over breaks, and in my time when I was at home from 1991-1999 you always were sleeping upstairs with me in bed, always making sure to cozy up next to me so that you knew there was another person next to you, I love you so much Callie. Now you are with Kari, and your son Tony up in heaven, so at least you are not alone. Until the time I see you again, I love you much, stay happy, and always wag your tail...Love you Callie!

Mark.

Callie- you protected me and loved me so much. Your soft fur and sweetness brought joy to my life.
My goal is to be the person you believed I am.
Your sister Emma and I miss you very much. Love, Mom

Callie..a very special female "rescued" golden who will be missed by all who loved her. She was a loyal, beautiful dog. Thanks for the good memories, Callikins.

Barbara Lett

My calico, Baby has been gone more than 6 years now, and I've wanted a calico kitten to add to my household since then. Love, my tortie, is 8 years old now and a kitten she could be boss of would be good for her too. It was a beautiful Saturday. I met a friend at the animal shelter. She knew how much I wanted a calico kitten, and had told me there were some there.
When they opened Callie's cage at The Animal Shelter this tiny kitten swarmed up to my face and rubbed her chin on both sides of my jaw. She was saying she wanted me by marking me as her's. She wanted me and I wanted her. She was very small and thin with large ears, and had the most beautiful calico coat. I could hear congestion in her breathing. They wouldn't let me take her till she had been spayed. How I wish in retrospect I had insisted she be well before that was done ! But they said it was just a respiratory infection, she had received an antibiotic injection and would be fine. They reluctantly gave me additional antibiotics as they felt the injection would be enough.
When I picked her up Monday she was still congested. She climbed up to my shoulder immediately. This was where she wanted to be. My friend had suggested I name her Callie, but it would be a week later before I chose that name over all the others I considered. At home I set her up on the porch and in the bathroom, as I was told I must keep Love separated while the little one was still sick. It quickly became apparent she was not eating. I bought kitten milk and a bottle but she would not drink.
I took her to a vet my blind friend recommended. She takes her guide dog there. He said the congestion was upper respiratory, gave her sub q saline and some prescription food to feed her with a syringe.
Four AM Friday I got up to check on her and feed her. She had had diarrhea and had prolapsed her intestines ! They were hanging out about 5 inches !! I rushed her to the animal ER where they performed surgery. I then took her to the vet where she spent the next two days. Saturday I took her home. Still I hadn't chosen a name for her. I held her as I looked over the possibilities on the net, but Callie seemed the best choice. She was my Callie Cat, my beautiful girl, she smelled so wonderful and we loved each other.
At this point I put Love on the porch. Love was not happy, uprooted and with her curiosity frustrated not being able to check out the cause of all the changes. But the sick one had to come first. I kept Callie with me as much as possible. She slept on my shoulder during church and other meetings. I took her to my mother's to be cared for while I was at work. She slept on my neck or in my face each night. In the car she insisted on being held. At home if I set her down for a moment she was at my feet wanting to be held. There were several more trips to the vet with concerns about urination and defecation. the vet let me start giving her sub q saline at home. He started her on a new antibiotic. He said she had a good chance with the care she was getting, and that I was now doing everything they would do in the hospital.
When I woke up at 4 AM Friday to feed her Callie was very weak. I knew then she would not be staying with me. I told her to be my son Skylar's kitty when she got to heaven, and tell him how much his mother loves him. I just held her and she got weaker. I took her in to the vet as soon as they opened and my mom met me there. Callie was unconscious by then. The vet put her to sleep. My pastor and some friends helped me to bury her among the roses in our church garden and prayed with me.
She is Sky's Callie Cat now. I miss her intensely. I will miss never getting to see her grow and play, never getting to know her quirks, never get to see her well. My poor girl and all she suffered. I loved her and she loved me. It hurts so to lose her.
Callie, you are the most precious thing I could send to Sky. I never got to see him grow and play either. Please show him how much I love him, and I'll see you both when my time comes to join you in God's presence.

Love,
Your Martha mommy
OOOOOOOXXXXXXX

Callie Lou you were my first cat, and you are so special. . It broke my heart to have to let you go. I held you in my arms Callie as you went to Rainbow Bridge and I know you'll be waiting there for me when my time comes. You always knew when I needed comforting, you gave your love unconditionally, always. And you were so smart Callie Lou. It was so much fun to play fetch with you. That was special! I didn't know that a cat could fetch. You taught me so much. I'll never forget you. I love you so much. Rest in peace baby.
Love Mom
Vivian A. Jastrubo

When God looked into my life, He saw a void that was not being filled, not even by my other pet family members. In His absolute compassion, He lent me the most wonderful cat in the world. Callie Sue was about a year old when I adopted her from the shelter. It took awhile for her to blend with the rest of us, but blend she did; Callie Sue was the glue that held the other two cats together. She was the salve for my heart and spirit.

Callie Sue: I remember the joy of you. Your games of peek-a-boo, chasing moths (and bees), the way you did not use the stairs if you didn't have to - after all, jumping from the back of the chair to the landing was much more in line with your personality. I love that you sought to discover things - your favorite play was when I would half-hide one of your toys so that you could figure out how to rescue it and then you would want me to do it again. You loved to play tag with Lois and snuggle up with Clark.

I love that your meow was more of a mewww and always had a question mark on the end. Sometimes you were asking me to explain what you were seeing but most often you were asking me if I wanted to come share in the wonder of what you were seeing. I love the way you 'trotted' up to me with a bounce in your step and how you would roll over every morning for me to give you some special attention before I left for work.

Even when you must have been ill for longer than I knew, you always were there to greet me at the back door when I came home. Not ever because you were looking after you, just because you wanted to say hi and let me have the special privilege of giving you some attention. You never cared for people food or even much for canned cat food; you just wanted life to go on and please you as best it could in your very undemanding way. It ended much too soon for you, my heart breaks from it.

You are my dearest heart and I can only trust that you are with God right now; please wait for me and know that I am sorry I was not smart enough to do more for you. You are the most incredible friend and I will miss you more and more each day although I will try to focus on the joy you brought to my heart. Thank you so much for the incredible love you shared from the bottom of your awesome heart. I will always treasure you and pray that Jesus will keep you safe with Him and busy with friends until I can love you one on one again. God loves all of His creation; you must be happy to be in Heaven right now and I know that He will hug you close for me until I can do so myself. May God, who is all merciful and just, keep you, my heart. I love you, I love you, I love you.

Terri

Thank you, Calvin, for you friendship and loyalty and for making my world a better place in which to live. Your passing came too soon, but I thank God for the opportunity to know you, if only for a brief time. I love you! Mom.

Calvin was our loyal and beloved friend for eleven years. He was always there for us.

We hope we were as good a friend to him as he was to us.

Mama's sweet boy. Gus' pal.

"We have sent you on a journey to a land free from pain, not because we did not love you, but because we loved you too much to force you to stay."

Oh, how we will miss him.

Until we meet at the Bridge,

Laurel and Rich

Calvin was a very old, but still a lovable dog. He gave us 17 years of love and dedication. He took care of our children as they were growing and was a favorite of everyone. He was the most gentle and easygoing dog you could ever meet. We miss him terribly even though he passed on in September. Calvin was a very smart dog and I can remember a time when he even took care of a litter of kittens we had here. They would escape from their box when their mother was away and Calvin would gently pick them up in his mouth and return them to their safe home. He would lie next to their box when their mother was away and would not move until she came back. I could talk forever about him, but suffice it to say that I don't think we could ever get another dog that was as wonderful as Calvin. Calvin also left behind our 4 year old Malamute, Jake. Jake is still grieving terribly over the loss of Calvin. He just recently got back his appetite, but he still just lays around the house and continually sniffs the areas where Calvin used to sleep. He goes to the door when he hears dog collars clink from the neighborhood dogs. He believes it is Calvin and then is very disappointed when he finds out that it isn't him. We will always miss Calvin and keep him in our hearts forever. We have wonderful memories of him and truly believe he was the best dog anyone could have. He was not a pet - he was a member of our family.

Sincerely,
Donna Tessier

I got her for the wrong reason: surely since she looked like Pixie, she would be like Pixie. I knew how to physically care for and to love a dog, after all, that's my job, but I soon discovered we had a lot to learn! This pup was definitely NOT Pixie! She wasn't unconditionally friendly to all, in fact she had not been properly socialized and was afraid of people. She was an escape artist; the cage door was still closed, yet there she was out chewing the walls, the carpet, the coffee table, even the TV. She wasn't "potty trained" until well after the 1 year mark. She was a devil dog, the dog from Hell! This was not what I wanted; I hated this dog!
But what a dilemma: dogs are not disposable pets, I couldn't get rid of her. I found myself hoping I'd come home and find that she had choked to death on something she had chewed and solve my problem for me. But NO! It didn't happen. (Needless to say, I have no qualms about giving dogs quality rawhide chews.)
We started beginner obedience classes at 6 months. I cried my first night; this wasn't what I expected; I was overwhelmed with all those exercises. We stuck it out, graduated second in the class, and decided we needed more training. Man, was she stubborn; all that lagging behind. This was back before we understood about drives and easy stressors. (Easy stressor...I think she wore those adrenal glands out, but the vet called it Addison's Disease!) We persevered; we were invited to join the instructing staff; we even took first place in our second subnovice fun match. (Stupid handler error in the first one disqualified us.) She eventually received her All American CD!
She is the reason I teach puppy class. I understand the "Hell Months of Puppyhood" and can help others survive them with pup and sanity intact. This "puppy from Hell" turned into the most well trained dog I have owned. She was a sweetheart; she loved to be petted; people loved her. I loved her and I miss her terribly. She was my baby!
Good bye, Cammie! I love you!

Janet Lazarus

Very loving and devoted Rottie that shared his life with us. We will miss him but never forgotten.

JJ Zemina

Camille was born in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain--the sherry capital of the world. Her mother's family called the puppy "Canella," Spanish for "Cinnamon," because of her rich reddish-brown color. She came home to us when she was a little over six weeks old, having been brought to my son's kindergarten class by his teacher, Camille's mother's owner. She was lighter in color by then, and a darling little ball of fluff and energy. By day four she was going to the door and barking once to be let out. So bright that I never had to teach her a command more than once or twice, she soon became the ruler of our hearts and household.

As she matured, she became what the Spanish breeders called "champagne" color...a kind of light buff. When it came time to return to the United States with the U.S. Navy, we brought her with us. But...there was one problem, actually three problems. About ten weeks before we moved, Camille, in her first heat...<wait for it> got loose and found a willing partner. She came home with a smile on her face and three puppies in her belly. Once the pups, which were huge, were born, we realized that the neighbor's boxer, the only un-neutered dog in the neighborhood that sometimes ran loose, was probably the father. So, we had pooxers! The only problem was that in order to bring the pups with their mother, they had to be four months old. So, in the end, we left all three puppies with a lady on the navy base who took care of orphaned pups and kittens. Because Camille was still nursing, she swelled and had a tough time getting over the engorgement. The morning we flew home from Madrid, I had to milk her in the hotel room before we left for the airport!! What a riot that was! Then when we got to Pensacola, I had to put cold compresses on her until things got back to normal.

She had a litter of poodle puppies a year later, and then we were going to get her spayed. But several months later, she dug a hole under the fence and found a willing pomeranian who was tied to the back porch of the house behind us. Sixty days later, Camille gave birth to two "pomeroodles!" One went to a friend, and my son talked us into keeping the other, named Diamond. But she had been a breech presentation, and Camille had a rough time with her. I had to rub her and breathe into her little mouth and nose to get her going, and it took about twenty minutes. In that time, Diamond (Dimey for short) got a little brain damaged. She was a very slow learner, and still occasionally gets confused at commands, but she is 1000% love, and the finest tail-wagger of all time! She barks at every noise, every shadow, and soon got her mother joining her in barking--something Camille had never done except to ask to go out.

Camille, sometimes called "Meelie" for short, was my constant companion. She had imprinted on me, and so for the over twelve years of her life, was my literal shadow. When I went into the hospital last year for two weeks, she was just sure that my husband had lost me forever!

I was her "mother," but my friend Ginger was her greatest friend. For some reason, there was a special bond between these two. Ginger would come over, and Camille would light up and get bouncy in her poodly way, just beaming joy that her "person" was there! When Ginger moved to the Pacific Northwest, Meelie was in a blue funk for months.

As we both aged, Meelie caught up with me. We both had very bad osteoarthritis in our knees and walked like ducks! There was a lot of joking about this, but we both took our medicine and got around pretty well. But then my tale gets a little weird. Last year's surgery was for endometrial cancer. We caught it extremely early, and there was no involvement in the ovaries or lymph nodes, and my chances are 98%. However, in April, Camille, who had never gotten spayed because she never went into heat again after the third litter, and then she was too old anyway, started to bleed. I took her into the vet and sure enough...she had endometrial cancer!! <insert Twilight Zone music here> It was advanced, and surgery would only buy a few months and cause her much more suffering. The vet said that if I was contemplating euthenasia, this would be the time. I had been so sure that they would say, "Oh, we'll just do a spay and she'll be right as rain," but it wasn't to be.

So, as I held her in my arms and my husband and I told her how much we loved her and that it was okay to let go, and that we thanked her for being our "best girl" for so long, she went to sleep.

They live such short lives, these small ones who become our children, and it is so very difficult to give them back to the universe. But I felt her resistance on the drive home, almost as if she were saying, "Please, Mommy, please let me come back!", so I said, "No, Meelie, you have to go find Flizard and Pouncer and all your other animal friends. I'll be there someday and then we can be together forever." And I swear, I felt her go onward.

On a footnote, two things happened which convince me that our pets join our human loved ones on the "other side." The first was while I lay near death in the hospital last summer after a serious complication, I had a dream that was so real that it startled me. I saw my other sweet lady dog, Bridgett, the lady who lived in a dog suit and who left us at age 13 about six years ago. Bridgie wasn't the fat, oily, diabetic poodle-mix she was in old age, but the bright and beautiful chocolate curly "Bugs" we had loved so much. She ran toward me and with a great leap, JUMPED into my arms, and covered my face with doggie kisses. And I heard her 'saying,' "Mommy, Mommy, Mommy! You're going to be okay. You're going to get well. I love you!!"

At that moment, I woke up, just as a nurse came into the room to check on me, and I told her that my dead dog had just been kissing me on the cheeks and told me I was going to get better. She kind of went, "Uh-huh..." and changed the subject, but I know it was really Bridgett, and she was right...I recovered!

The second thing is that my dad died last September, and I had a dream about him just a few weeks ago. In the dream I asked him if he had run into Camille and in his typical tone of voice and sense of humor he quipped, "Oh, yeah! And she's just as much a pain in the butt up here as she was down there!" I woke up laughing...it was SO my dad!

I have no doubts that when I get up there...wherever we go when we cross that horizon we don't see beyond from here, that my family, friends, and animal loved ones will be there to greet me. The adventure continues!

Annina Lorna Anton

My little girl. My precious friend. I first met Camper when she could fit in my palm. She was the joy of my days, the comfort of my nights. My brave little frog chaser, my happy little camper. Lost to canine epilepsy at just four years old... she was only just becoming a grown-up dog. I miss her so much and I just can't stop crying.

Cherry

We will miss you very much. Please know how much you were loved baby girl

Shannon

11-11-01 Baby Beag,

Mommy misses you so much. You're my baby puppy girl and nothing is the same without you. Someday I will see you again and hug you and kiss your little black nose. I think of you and miss you every day. You definitely left us way too soon, but we are all so happy you barely suffered. I love you, "you're my princess and my puppy and my puppy and my princess." I love you forever Candi Beag. Love, Mommy, Fry, Scooter, Tipper and Cleo, The big puppies and mom and nana. We All Love You and Will Never Forget You!!!!

Love you forever, Mommy (Kara)

Candi went to live with the Lord on December 31, 2000, following a brief fight with lymphoma. She had been diagnosed on December 21, 2000, and seemed to be doing well with prednisone until the day before her passing, when she took a sudden turn for the worse. She stopped eating, drinking, and lost control of her bodily functions. We took her to the vet, who said that her heart rate was half what it should be. We then made what was the most painful decision of our lives, to euthanize her. We thought we would have her longer than this, and are devastated.

A finer dog never drew breath than Candi. She was always glad to see her humans at day's end, good day or bad. When our children were born, she was like a second mother to them.

Candi is remembered with love by her humans; Mike, Susan, Alex, and Brianna, and by her cats, Milo and Murphy.

Mike & Susan Mundwiller

To Candy,

I could never imagine this day would come. I pray in your last few breaths in this world you knew how much you were loved, and will never be forgotten.

Laura Stasion

Candy--
What can I say, you were my leg warmer and my "monster" under my bed. I could never sleep until you were at the side of my bed. I miss you so much. Take care of all my other animals up there.

Kathy

Candy was very small and very young, but very loved.
She was only in our home a short while, but she will be in our hearts forever.

Jimmie, Johnna and Niki

Candy our love we miss you.

Each day that goes by I think of you more and more. As I look at the pictures of you, I think of our wonderful time together; almost 11 years full of wonderful memories! "Can Can" we are so blessed to have had you in our lives. And, you will live on in our hearts forever! There are days when I just can't seem to stop crying, yet, there are days when I can just smile and laugh about the silly things you use to do. You were always such a sweet and loveable little girl and you are still our sunshine. You were such a dear and devoted friend. We love you so much. We miss you so much. We miss playing with you. We miss everything about you. Buster, Sarge, and Lucy sends their love. At least we have the next best thing to physically having you - wonderful memories. Our memories of you will get us through until we are together again. Thank you "Can Can" for loving us and for taking care of us! I am a better person and a better mommy to Buster, Sarge, and Lucy because of you. You play and have fun at the Rainbow Bridge; we'll meet you there.

All of our Love,

Mom, Dad, Buster, Sarge, and Lucy

Candy, You were my constant companion for nearly 17 years...the pain of losing you is more than I can bear. But I know that someday we will be together again. I love you and miss you.

Dawna Walker

Dear Candy,
It has been so long, but you are never forgotten. You are in charge of everyone now... Bluebell our cat who joined you in 1989, Fievel our hamster in 1994 and now our dear sweet rabbit Thumper on Jan. 17, 2001. Please take care of everyone until we join all of you. We love you.

The Lavanga's

To my sweet lovable Candy, I miss you so much. Please be waiting there for Goliath so he won't feel alone when he comes.

Barb

Downtown Candy Brown was a good dog

Derbina Soo

Candy was our tiny fur baby who always cuddled away a hurt or licked away the tears of the Peterson children as they grew. She was a part of all of our lives and will be remembered by all of us forever. Although she only weighed 11.5 pounds she had the heart and soul of a dog 10 times her size. Run in the fields little one, enjoy the sun in your face. We'll see you soon. . .Mom, Dad, Tim, Kevin, Sean and Angie.

Our sweet Maximillion! The joy that you brought to our family each day burns brightly in our hearts as we try to let go of our grief of your passing. May you rest in peace knowing that you will forever be in our thoughts until we meet again at that beautiful Bridge.

David & Jean

We will always miss you. Now you can play with Dixie and Dutch without anymore pain.

Steph and Mike

"Cap Raintree" May the "Spirit of the Wolf" keep you safe 'til We can be with you again...You are greatly missed by all your members of your pack.

Deborah & Oscar Adkison

You were a true friend till the end. The only bad thing you ever did (and that was kinda cute and funny) was the fact that you stole from the table my chocolate birthday cake (the whole thing). Boy were you sick for a whole week. You loved chocolate so very much that just before we put you out of your misery, I gave you chocolate chip cookies which you just gobbled up. We will miss you dear dear friend. Hope to see you again in heaven. Love Mom and Dad

Captain was my friend, my kid, my companion for almost 20 years. I never had children. Feb 14 would be 20 for her. Dec. 20 at 2 am I put my great friend to rest. I have cried so much. I miss her. Just got her ashes. 20 years is a long time. She was feisty. Tough til the end. One day I just looked at her, and I knew it was over. She gave up. I knew it. I give her credit, she sure held out. Battled a lot over the years. Holding her while it happened really hurt. She is the only constant I have had in my entire adult life. Family, of course. But it has always been me and Cap.

Gail

To my wonderful Captain Jack. My closest friend and companion. Always faithful and always true. Although I know you now are in a better place. The home of no pain. Not a moment goes by that I do not think of you, and wish you once again by my side. But I know your spirit resides with me. And there will always be that special part in my heart that will always belong to you. And someday we will be together again.

Robert F. Matzinger

Captain we miss you every day. He was a great dog and brought joy to us every day. Say hi to Scarlett from Mom and Dad.

Captain, I miss you so much and have cried buckets of tears for you. I will love you always and will meet you again someday in heaven. Rest in peace.

Patricia Gordon

Maa, I miss you so much. I still cry buckets when someone even mentions your name. Love you, miss you. XXXXXXXX

Jehnna

For those of us who loved Caramel, she will live in our hearts forever

Donna Lampen Smith

My best friend in the world- you are missed more than words can ever tell. You lived so long for me. All I can figure is that somehow God must have needed you more than I do. Have fun and run free of pain. till we meet again at the Bridge

My sweet baby girl passed away last Saturday. We cherished every day we spent with her and were devastated as we put her to sleep. Our home is not the same and our hearts are broken. Yet we know she is in a better place. We love you Carly, and will never forget you.

Lynn Lopez

For my little Carley, a girl who loved so many people and who taught me how to love. Thank you Carley, mommie loves you. Be a good girl in Heaven.

Gail Caputo

We miss you baby! Protect your baby girl Lily. Love Mommy, Daddy, and Little Lily.

Carly, you have blessed our lives with your endless love for 12 years. Brian and Blair have only known their lives with you in them. You watched over us, comforted us and gave us countless memories. You will never leave our hearts or our memories. We believe you are healed and happy now in Rainbow Bridge where we will meet you one day in the future. Carly, know that you never did anything wrong and that we just wanted your pain to end. We love you and will hold you in our hearts until we meet again. You were the greatest companion we could have ever asked for.

Brian and Blair

Carly was a beautiful stray cat that was found at my place of employment. I knew that my daughter would love to have another kitty since we had to put down our sweet old cat Peakin. Carly was very loving and sweet, it took a while for her and Gabby (cat) to get used to each other but soon enough they did. We truly enjoyed having Carly in our lives for this short time and want her to know she is loved and missed. We bid you farewell Carly and hope that you are happy and well. We love you.

Michelle Aguayo

Caleb was a very special cat. She was always there whenever I needed her. Then she got sick, & before I could get her to the vet, she died. I buried her at my friend's house. Along with her buddies, Misha & Solomon (cats), who died just before her. Now they are all together forever. I miss them all.

Keplin Schwick

My Sweet Carmella,

I miss you so much! Even though you were only with us for two months, you had dug yourself deeply into my heart. I miss your wagging tail when I come home from work. You were only a baby and it seems so unfair for you to have left us so soon. We wanted to have the chance to see you grow up. I hope you were as happy with us as we were with you. I remember when I saw you after your passed away and it made me sob to notice that you didn't even have all of your adult teeth yet.

Enjoy yourself with your new friends over that Rainbow Bridge and know that we will see you again someday. And we'll be ready to play catch for days on end! I love you, my sweetie!

Susan
XO

My little Menouch was a very special angel in my life and I miss her terribly. It seems that few people understand that it is possible to get attached to a bird, especially a canary who typically just sits in a cage all day and sings, but my little girl was no ordinary canary.

From the time she first came to me at 2 months old, I spent time with her every day, taming her, and helping her to learn to trust me. She was given every freedom that was possible without causing her any harm, and whenever we were home together, she would fly around the house and explored every inch of it.

In time, she grew to trust me and became attached to me, seeking me out no matter what part of the house I was in, and would chirp and sing at the sound of my voice or my footsteps. My girl was also a singer and she could sing as good as or better than any male and it was beautiful.

She was 'spoiled' at every opportunity and was fed the best of everything. She was even given bottled water to drink and bathe in. Her bathtub, was a 5 inch high ceramic miniature pedestal birdbath, just like the ones the wild birds outside bathe in. When her bath was put out for her on the table next to her cage, she would immediately fly over to it, stand on the edge, lean in to take a drink, and then proceeded to splash around in it and have a bath. Then she would fly around the house as if to purposely flap her wings to shake the excess water off her feathers. It was precious to watch her, and I never tired, day after day, of watching her and marveling at how much she loved it.

A trip to the grocery store meant picking out the finest fresh veggies and fruit for her, some of which I wouldn't even eat myself, such as Italian spinach (or rapini), which were only bought for her because she loved them so much. I haven't been able to go back to the vegetable section in the grocery store yet because it is still too painful for me.

My Menouch loved sesame seeds. Whenever I made myself a bagel sandwich and set it out on the table, within seconds, it was a sure thing to find Menouch standing on the edge of the dish picking all the seeds off the bagel until it was picked clean. In fact, it became a ritual that every time I bought bagels, I would spend the time picking off most of them and placed them in a special container to be given to her as a treat in her treatcup when I went to work during the day.

At mealtime, I was always joined by Menouch who would fly onto the table right away and poke her head in my dish to see what was for dinner. She did this one time over a steaming plate of pasta and had herself a little facial spa from the steam. I don't think she was impressed because she shook her head in disgust and flew away.

Menouch loved going in the car. It was unheard of to cover the cage when we traveled, because she would 'complain' if she couldn't see what was going on around her. She would chirp and hop around as if it was normal to see the world flashing by her out the window.

There are so many memories that are good, that I could write about, and this tribute would go on forever.

If life wasn't so cruel, handing her struggles, illnesses and difficulties, she would still be with me today as happy as ever. I guess she just got tired of fighting.

This tribute is in honour of her bravery, her courage and her will to survive. She was my little trooper who fought so hard to stay alive. Although her life was filled with tough times, I know she had a good life and that she was happy.

I am thankful to God for allowing her beautiful spirit to be in my life, and for taking her to a place where she is now free of pain. I am thankful to God for the people who were her caretakers, especially Dr. Karen Regan at the Animal Hospital of High Park, and all of her wonderful staff especially Rosemary, Dil, Chris and Nadia. If it weren't for Karen's dedication, love, care and determination to help my Menouch heal, the quality of her life which she enjoyed so much, would not have been.

I am grateful to every person who respected and acknowledged my grief and my sorrow, and who didn't judge me or minimize my pain because she was JUST a bird.

I pray for the people who don't understand, and for those who read this and think I'm crazy, that their hearts may one day be enlightened and touched by a jovial little spirit like the one who touched mine...and then they will understand.

I miss you my little Menouch, and although I know you have gone to a better place, you will always be in my heart.

Love...Mommy

Carmen was the best dog we ever had. She was loyal, friendly, and most of all she was just Carmen. I remember when we first got her I would lay on a blanket with her in front of the fire place. She was the best dog I ever had and where ever she is right now I want her to know that no matter how many other dogs we have they could never fill the place in my heart where she will always be. In 1996 one day after school we were rushed to the animal hospital to find that she was dying of kidney failure. That day she had to be put to sleep. I will never forget the last time I held her in my arms and told her how much I love her. That day a big part of me was missing and I knew it could only be her. I hope where ever she is she is happy. Carmen I love you.

Caramel Cinnamon Chessie Wolff
03/19/87 - 08/14/01

Carrie, my precious little girl, you became an angel two months ago today. August 14, 2001 was the worst day of my life. I held you in my arms as you went to be with God. I still can't believe that you're gone and I miss you all the time. I wish you were still here to hold, and pet, and play with, and talk to, and laugh with, and cuddle, and kiss, and share the rest of my life. My life is very empty without you here, but I know you're in a better place. I am comforted by knowing you are with God and that you are not in pain or suffering. I also know that you will always be with me in a way. I feel your presence and I hear you speaking. I know you are at my heels with your little angel wings. I love you always and forever. I promise I'll be with you again someday and we'll be together for eternity.
Mom-Mom and Pop and Uncle Jeff miss you, too. Taffy keeps looking for you and Brady misses his playmate. We all love you so very much. We had the memorial service for you and I know that you were there with us. I wrote a poem for you and I know you heard me read it. I know you saw me light the candles. I know you heard the music. Everyone was is tears, especially me. I felt your love that day and all the days since you left. I know you don't want me to cry and be unhappy. You were so full of life and laughter and love that I know you want me to live and laugh and love. I promise you I will do those things in your honor and memory. Rest in Peace with God my little Carrie and wait for me....I'll be there someday. I love you! Mommy

For Carrie

God gave you to me as a little pup
All soft and precious and sweet
A fluffy brown bundle of joy
To dance around at my feet

Together we made a family
You became my little girl
In your furry brown dog suit
You changed my entire world

I think of all the games we played
With squeaky toys and balls
And running 'round and 'round so fast
You banked up on the walls

We even made our own games
Like "Where's Carrie?" and "Snort Snort"
And "Hide and Seek" and "Chase Me"
You were such a playful good sport

We rolled around in summer grass
And romped through leaves in the fall
We played in winter's fluffy snow
In springtime we had a ball

To keep our home safe and sound
You would sit at the window all day
Watching and warning of trouble
That might try to come our way

Whenever I picked up your harness
You were ready to walk or ride
Except when it was stormy
Thundermonsters made you hide

Whenever we went to the park
You would chase the ducks and geese
Running and barking to tell them
That flying near you must cease

You loved to chase the seagulls
For hours we'd run on the beach
You'd pause and point then stalk them
And bark 'til they flew out of reach

Oh how you loved the ocean
You'd run and jump through the sea
And take long walks on the boardwalk
Late at night just you and me

Christmas was a favorite time
As you found and tore open each gift
Every birthday and holiday
You gave my spirits a lift

And now my darling Carrie
Our years together have flown
But I will always be thankful for you
And all the love that you've shown

There were so many tears that fell
And my heart was aching with pain
The day you went to be with God
But I know I'll be with you again

You brought such joy into my life
You were wonderful and merry
I love you always and forever
My sweet precious little Carrie

Copyright 09/09/01 by Gail Ann Wolff

She was born on November 24, 1983 and just four weeks later she was in our care. She was the ugliest puppy we had ever seen. She was grey with a lot of black spots and a white chest - we later found out that her coloring was "blue merle" and she was a Lab - Australian Shepherd mix. But we couldn't help falling in love with her. Until we decided on a name for her we called her "Miss Piggy". She would eat as fast as she could and we would watch her belly swell as she swallowed her food.

She loved to run around the back yard with a softball in her mouth. She would chew it until one of the flaps was free and shake it as hard as she could. She would rest her front legs and chest on our weight bench while chewing and shaking the ball. That was until she discovered a TENNIS BALL!!!!! She would never touch a softball again!!! She would chew the tennis ball and chomp on it. We would throw the ball a 100 times as far as we could and a 100 times she would bring it back. All we had to say was "where's your ball" and she would go crazy looking for it. We would tease her while pretending to throw the ball. She would look and look and then realize we had it in our hand. It didn't take her long to figure it out!! She would even tease us and not give us the ball back!!! We had many many many hours of fun playing with her tennis balls.

Carrie was always the one that acted like the big bad watch dog!! When we would pull up in the driveway she would run around the yard several times barking and letting everyone know to stay away from "her" house. But in reality she was gentle as a lamb. She would lay on the floor to play with small dogs and puppies - she didn't want to intimidate them so she went down to their level. And she loved children. She would run around the back yard chasing them and playing. She would coax them to chase her and then would stop in mid stream and turn to chase them. The kids would scream and run laughing all the way!!! She truly knew how to interact with children. The way she acted one would think she was a human in a dog's body!!!

Since she was a Lab mix we always felt that she would only be around for 12 or 13 years. Boy, were we wrong!!!! She didn't begin slowing down until about the last year of her life. Our Vet, as well as friends and neighbors, were in awe that she was "elderly" and still very active. Maybe it was in the genes....maybe it was a combination of genes and proper care.....and maybe it included LOVE!!!

The last year of her life was good yet sad. We knew, including Carrie, that her time was coming. She was somewhat hard of hearing and couldn't see as well but one would expect something like that at her age. She was still healthy, had a good appetite and was very alert. But arthritis in her back began to prevent her from moving as well. We kept talking to her and telling her that when she was ready to go that it was ok to let us know.

Her last night was spent at our house eating the biggest T-bone steak we could find. She was given all the treats she wanted .... including chicken fingers from Burger King. On Friday, January 26, 2001, Carrie was sent to the Rainbow Bridge. She always hated the vets office but on this day she did not pant or fight. She was ready to go and she was letting us know. She went very peacefully. Many many many tears where shed but we knew that Carrie was no longer in pain. She was now running and playing and barking like she used to do. She now had all the tennis balls she wanted!!!

One day we will see each other again. And when we do we will hug her and kiss her...Carrie will lick our faces with a zillion kisses and want us to play ball!!! We will love each other and play with each other for a long while. And then we will cross the Rainbow Bridge together........

Carrie....we miss you very much. We still cry for you and long for your touch and the joy you always gave us. You will always be in our hearts and souls!!!

Love, Margi, Karen, Deborah, Bridget, Charlie, Barney....and yes, even Lucy.

Carrie was a great companion and friend. She was devoted, loving and caring. She will most likely be the smartest dog we will ever have.

P.S. Now that you are with Charlie "The Chicken" you can keep each other company until we are all together once again!!!!

I miss you, Carrie. You are my baby girl. I was there when you came into this world and I was holding you when you left it. Your chair is right where you left it. Be well, baby. Love, Mommie

The most wonderful person I ever met.

Deborah Carroll

Thank you for being such a loving, purrful, little kitty. You were only here for a short time but I loved you dearly. If I could have foreseen how sick you would be, how quickly you would go and how my heart would break, I would have taken you home and loved you anyway. You captured my heart from the moment I saw you.

Melody Ward

Casey, I feel your spirit, but I miss your presence every day. When I leave the house, there is no-one to bark me on my way, and when I come back, I feel your absence also.

I am trying to honor your memory with joy, and with taking in another dog who needs a home, just as I took you in.

I hope you know the tears I cry are not to hold your spirit back, but from simple grief at your absence.

Love you always, my good and loyal dog.

Vicki Perkins

Dear Casey,
I still miss you so much and think of you every day. Even although I can't see you, I know you are here by my side, guarding me from harm and sorrow.
I love you and am looking forward to the day we are re-united, and cross the Rainbow Bridge together.
You were my best buddie and I miss you terribly!
All my love, Mummy.

To my Casey, know that I am so sorry and that I love you still and miss you. Am looking forward to the Rainbow Bridge. Love, Mom

Tawni Pfaff

Casey will always be in my heart. I will always miss him and feel a void, until we are reunited once again.

Alicia West

Dearest Casey,
You came to me and I did not want another dog. You were left with me for a weekend, the second master in your short life no longer wanted you, said she did not have the time for you. She was going to put you to sleep, just a kid and she would do that to you. My hands went cold, my heart started to pound. I think you could hear it.....I know you could. I decided to give you a home with Nunzio and me. It was your third home in just a short year or so but a home you never had to fear losing again, ever. How glad I am that I did that.

You spent many years with us. Giving everyone who came to the pool a real laugh. You were such an entertainer. You would always take that blue tennis ball and place it between the slats of the deck railing, then hit it with your paw sending it into the pool with the kids. How they loved that. They would fight to see who would get it and throw it for you. Then you would bring it right back and start all over again. You would play that game for hours. Hope there is a pool in heaven and lots of kids because you loved everyone so. We loved you just as much and we still do. Sometimes when I am alone in the water I think I see your face there watching me.

Your death was gentle and quick. I found you asleep on the back steps, over looking the yard where you lived and that you loved so much. Your chin was gently resting on your front paws which were crossed. I would not have known you passed if it weren't for Nunzio's mournful howl in the night.

Be well my little guy. Give Nunzio my love and tell him my heart breaks for the loss of both of you. Until I see you both again. Wait for me and listen......you will hear my foot steps and you will know me by the sound of my heart.
I love you guys always........
Dad

Our beautiful yellow lab, Casey joined passed friends on the rainbow bridge on Sat. July 7, 2001. We knew it was her time when the forever wagging tail ceased to wave. She was diagnosed with a ''small heart" but even for her 50 lbs and 2 3/4 years her heart was full to the brim with love. We will constantly share her memories and take comfort in the fact that she was well loved by all who met her. Take care Casey, and we'll see you at the rainbow bridge. Love Mommy, Daddy

You were our sunshine every day. No matter if it was cloudy. You brightened our day with your big brown eyes. We will miss you terribly but your spirit and love will live on in our hearts. We love you Casey.

Dear Casey
My "Lil Boy". How I miss you. The Japanese Maple I planted on your grave is growing. When I take care of it I talk to you. I hope you can hear me and know how much I love you. I have your picture on my dresser and I think of you every day. I will never forget you. You were my very best friend ever.

Love Mommie

We wanted to let Casey know we miss her.

Fogarty Family

Casey was and still very special to me and my family.
He came to us in a time, of another grieve of us losing a child. He filled our life's and made it whole again, He was companion, protector, sibling, friend. He will be missed dearly from everybody he came in contact with. He made us laugh, he taught us that life is very precious and that it should never be taken for granted. I know in my heart he is in heaven, for I believe that the Lord had missed him too, and that is why he was called back, and that one day I will see him and the loved one's I have lost again. Casey you will never be forgotten, and will live in our thoughts and hearts and souls forever. We miss you so Much!!
Mommy, Daddy and Phil

This if for my beloved Casey my Collie Mix and best friend for ten years. You were such a perfect little gentleman, so caring and loving. You were my Velcro Boy stuck on me and me on you. My little shadow has left me and my life is missing your love and affection. So Casey this is for you to let everyone know how I feel about you and now your brother Nikita is with you. I know you two are no longer sick and are acting like young pups again with no aches and pains. I miss my two boys more than words can express, my heart still aches everyday for you two. My Little Case Man and My Little Nikita the Collie Mix and Husky are together again.

With all my love my darlings until we meet again I will be waiting for you to greet me when I come to be with you.

I LOVE YOU CASEY

Beverly Shane

Casey,
We miss you and we love you so much.
We know that you are safe now and you are where you should be.
You were the best pet in the world and we hope that you feel as loved as you made each of us feel.
We love you and make sure that you wait for us because one day we will all be reunited again.
Never forget us. We love you.

Heather Burke

I submit the name of my beloved pet on this web page because she died a little over a month ago, and I miss her so. Casey was the first pet I had as an adult, and saw me through the deaths of both my parents and other tumultuous times. It is so true that while we all may have and love many pets in our lives, there is always one special pet who we hold dear to our hearts. Casey is that animal for me, and I am proud that I was able to be her guardian for her 16 years on earth.

Mary

I love you and miss you so much.

Sherry Johnston

Thank you sweetie for 6 years of pouncing and purring. We love you. Have fun in Heaven...and don't forget to dance.

Dad, Chris, Nicole, Sam, Sassy, and... me.

Casey "Buddy", we miss you so much. We will forever treasure the time we were blessed with your presence. Everyone who ever met you couldn't help but love you, our loving little Schipperke. Schroder Kingsley miss you too! Please watch over us until we meet on Rainbow Bridge. We love you always, Buddy.

Joe and Tanya Boardman

Casey was a wonderful shaded silver persian. He only had 3 legs but he never thought of this as a handicap. He lived a long and wonderful 18.5 years and was my companion throughout this time. Thank you Casey for 18.5 WONDERFUL YEARS. Best wishes in gaining your angel wings. I know Sadie, D.J., Clay and Princess will be greeting you with open arms. Till we meet again! I Love You!
Your Mom Cherie

You entered my life almost 13 years ago-you stole my heart right away, and never gave it back. Your big, golden eyes looked into my soul and told me that you were mine, no matter what happened. You made me laugh- you made me cry- but most of all, you made me love you, with all my heart. I watched, as you reluctantly, allowed another cat to intrude your home, reminding her, all the while, that she would never take your place...I watched as you grew accustomed to each new home over the years...I watched as you became ill, and tolerated all the medicines that were forced on you, in hopes that you would defeat this horrible disease...I watched as your beautiful, golden eyes closed for the final time, as you drew your last breath, I watched... and cried.
Casey... I'll miss you! Sleep on my baby...

Cheryl

Casey, you are truely missed. No one can take your place, only to help fill the empty place you have left in my heart. I miss your speaking (without a sound coming from you lips). I miss your chasing your tail (which you didn't have). I hope you are no longer in pain, but are enjoying the sunshine of God's love. Remember, I will see you when my time comes. Love and peace my friend.

Barb

Casey was the prettiest and best little girl ever, in everything. The whole family misses her immensely, beyond anything anyone can imagine. She lives on in our memories, in our hearts, and in our everyday life. She had the best looks, fur, nose, and beard to name a few of her amazing traits. We loved, love, and always will love our small woman.

Doug Brunswick

Dearest Casey,
While our hearts are so very heavy with your sudden passing, we celebrate the time we were blessed to spend with you.
Sleep well, Old Girl.
R,J,E & S

On 12/18/01 I had the difficult task of bringing my beloved Golden Retriever, Casey, to the vet to be put down. He was an injured stray that was found by my friend in June 1988. My friend was unable to keep him because her dog would not accept him. I offered to "watch" Casey when they went to Florida on a trip. Needless to say, when my friend returned from Florida, Casey was already a part of our family. My other golden, Honey, was attached to him and our cats didn't seem to mind him either. Casey was our "spirited" golden, so eager to play and Honey was our "quiet, lazy one" who Casey helped to keep alert. We toyed with the idea of changing his name to "Nut" so we could have 2 dogs named "Nut and Honey"!
When Honey died at the age of 13 1/2 yrs. Casey mourned for awhile. He wouldn't eat and looked for her everyday. We gave him added love and attention and he eventually recovered. Honey died in September 1996.
On February 17, 1999 I found an old, sick Yorkie on my way to work. I saw a young teenage boy tie her to a pole and then jump into a car and drive away! Of course I stopped my car and picked her up. When I got her home with me after work, Casey immediately stayed by her side. After a visit to the vet (she's was about 12 years old when found), and with good care from us, little Amelia recovered and became Casey's best friend.
As time passed, we could see Casey begin to slow down. He still had that great spirit and he still ran outside everyday to get the paper. But we noticed his legs would buckle every now and then. His medicine for his hips and his other meds kept him pain free, but his failing eyesight and hearing and his graying face were reminders of his age.
On Saturday, December 15, he started to lose control. In all the years we had him, he never had accidents in the house. Now he looked at us sadly when he messed on himself. We cleaned him and petted him and called him a "good boy" telling him it was alright. He didn't seem to be in any pain, and when he was outside, he still tried to romp and play. His tail was always wagging until that Tuesday morning. The night before, (Monday night), he couldn't settle down. At 3 A.M. my husband picked him up and put him in bed between the 2 of us. Casey slept very soundly. We petted him through the night. Next morning he was carried outside to do his business. We left for work and my daughter Lauren went to school. At 2:15 my daughter called me at work. She just returned home from H.S. and found Casey in a mess. He vomited bile and went to the bathroom on himself. By the time I got home at 3, Lauren had him all cleaned up and she was sitting with him. We knew it was time. He was starting to pant. Amelia our little dog was sitting right beside him. My daughter had to run to work for an hour and the vet said to be at the hospital at 5:30 p.m. When Lauren returned home at 4:45, she had a slice of pizza for Casey. We sat on the floor and Casey enjoyed the pizza (sharing a few pieces with Amelia). Casey always loved pizza and my daughter figured "what the heck - let's forget his special diet and give him his favorite treat!"
Lauren and I then picked up Casey and drove him to the vet. Lauren held him in her arms as I drove. He rested his head on her shoulder. She carried him into the hospital and he just stayed quietly. Casey was down to 45 lbs. As he laid on the table, he just looked at us peacefully. Of course we held his head and petted him as the vet gave him the shot. Casey never moved or flinched. He died at about 6 P.M. He was at least 14 1/2 yrs old when he died.
We still have Honey's ashes and soon we will receive Casey's. I am trying to figure out where I want to bury them. Amelia misses Casey so much. I know it is a matter of time for her too, because she is about 15 years old. Forgive me for writing such a long email. I miss our Casey so much. It's still difficult to go outside and bring the newspaper in. It's a constant reminder of our loss. I still look for him in the hallway and find myself looking down at the floor so I won't trip over him. I'm sure Honey and Casey are running together in some beautiful, open field.
I miss them so.
Bette Tomaino

My sweet Casey, you will live forever in my heart. I thank you for coming into my life, even for such a short time. I see your little face in everything that I do. I miss you so much, I know that time heals, it is so hard--without you. Love Bonnie

Bonnie Mecray

Loving and Caring Dog who died from Cancer on Sunday 5/6/01.
I never met greater dog then Casey

Tracey

Casey was the best dog that you could ever want. Whenever you needed her, she was there. She was the best friend that anyone could ever want. It's such a shock that she is gone. God bless her and may she rest in peace with Freckles and Cookie.

Nicole, Michelle, Lori, and Joe Filicetti

To Casey, our dear little boy:

Thank you for filling our lives with such unconditional joy and love. We will miss you with all our hearts.

Mom, Dad and Natalie
XOXOXO

Casper was a special member of our family for over 16 years. He was a diabetic for the last 3 years and diagnosed with lymphoma/sarcoma just two months ago. We will miss those funny feet with the extra toes and the sound of his nails bounding across the floor like a tap dancer. We love you, Casper.

Ken, Monica, Colleen and Jeff Kravetz

He was my baby would sleep on my pillow with me at night. It's so hard to loose a pet.

James Doyle

Casper was the "best doggie in the world" and we are in shock after his passing, just 3 hours ago. He had lymphosarcoma & went through chemo, but rapidly declined in the last week. We held him as he crossed over the Bridge and are comforted that he is there. We are devastated and I keep asking myself "Now what?"

We have no children, but he was the best baby! He had a beautiful smile and was always ready to share his love with everyone. He is greatly missed.

Jan & Bart Wager

Casper (My baby, always)
The loss of your presence is painful, it's true
Nothing on earth can take the place of you.
I think back in time to when we first met
And how hard I tried to make you my pet.
You hid under cars, you ran from my touch
You had no idea that I could love you so much.
I enticed you with crab meat and through my window you came
Into my home and my heart and there you remained.
So green were your eyes, so soft was your fur
I soon learned to sleep by the sound of your purr.
I made you a house cat. You didn't mind at all
Except when you batted every picture from the wall.
You started a family and we all lived secure
In knowing our bond would forever endure.
Many happy times my memories recall
Your love and devotion never wavered at all.
Then my grandchildren came but we still found a way
To spend time together each and every day.
Close by my side each morning and night
A steadfast companion and a constant delight.
We both had those times when our health had failed
But through thick and thin our dedication prevailed.
But now I have lost you and the pain is so deep
I look around our home and do nothing but weep.
The other cats miss you. It's very plain to see
They are searching for answers and looking at me.
You're not at the door to say hello
You're not at my side when the lights are low.
You're not in the bathroom nor on the couch
You're not in the kitchen nor playing with your mouse.
The litterbox in the corner stands empty and tall
I can no longer hear any scratching at all.
You're not at the window saying, "meow"
I get through each day but I don't know how.
I called you "my baby" and I will to the end
You were precious and cherished, my most loyal friend.
Though different in form, you'll still be with me
Where I can hold you and love you with the powers that be.
So rest now, "my baby" as I keep you near
Forget all your troubles, forget all your fear.
Someday in the future, in Heaven's light
We will be together each day and each night.
Until then I'll have you and we'll never part
You have a place in my home and a place in my heart!

Sheron Davis

Casper was diagnosed with a thick heart. He was a precious kitty who had been thrown away when he was 4 weeks old. We were blessed to have him, even for a short time.

Connie Carlson

Casper,

My sweet baby, Mom and the babies miss you. Sleep tight my little gray ghost. I love you

Mom

Casper, we love you for always. You will always be with us in our hearts. You will never be forgotten. Play and be well over the rainbow bridge and we will come be with you one day. Love you forever, my sweet little baby head. &..&

Linda

One year without you has felt like an eternity. Each day remembering how dear you were to me..........and, how, during the last few hours of your life, you suffered so much, so painfully, while knowing we were doing all that we could do, and it was one of the hardest choices of our lives. We miss your pretty dancing, but you'll be happy to know that Oliver is now copying you! I love you so much, and I can't wait to see you again!
Love, Mom

A year ago you had to leave us
Far to early for one like you
With tears of sorrow we said goodbye
To Cassidy, our sweet little boo-boo
You danced for us and made us laugh
But your greatest gift was unconditional love
We carry that with us throughout each day
And know that you watch over us from above
God bless this happy, tough little bunny
She is truly special as by now you can see
Keep her fed and warm for us
Until we can finally reunite in eternity
Love, Dad

To Ms. Cass, my Cairn Terrier, 17-1/2 years old. I love you, girl, and wish I could have fixed things for you. I will always miss you and hold you dear in my heart. You always loved my unconditionally, I was your pack.

Bonnie

Cassie baby, I miss you so much. You are forever in my heart and soul. You provided me with comfort, love and nurturance for 15 years and there will always be a place for you in my heart. I am so sad to know that you have gone, but your presence will always be felt with Mom, Dad, Elayne and I.
I love you girl, and will carry your spirit with me always.

Our beautiful little "missy" left us a month ago today. Although she was 17 years old she enjoyed good health up until the last two months of her life. We thought she would live to 20 or perhaps even 25. She was always a kitten at heart. Always there to greet whoever came through the door. Tail up, meowing happily away and jumping onto laps even when she was not really welcome there. It is so hard to have to face each passing day without you, our beautiful little "Fuzzy Cat". Of all the cats that have passed through our lives, we will miss you the most. You have a lot of our friends waiting for you at the Bridge, so I don't worry that you will be lonely. No one could resist your charms for long. Be happy my little "Missy" 'Til we meet again.
Much love from us.

Maureen Loney

Our beloved Cassie. May 1984 to Sept. 19, 2001. Our little fuzzy girl. It is hard to believe that 17 years have passed. Much too quickly. I miss your sweet little meow, your wonderful outgoing personality. You loved people so. We love and miss you. You have many friends waiting for you at the Bridge and many new ones to make. Be happy my little missy, until we meet again. Time is too slow for those who wait, too quick for those who fear, too short for those who rejoice and too long for those who grieve. But for those that love, time is not.

Maureen Loney

A Special Tribute to A Special Kitty

You were so young and confused when I first found you, falling out of the hay loft and tumbling down the stairs. I took you home, and named you from the stars. You slept with me every night, and I miss you so dearly. I know I made the right decision, I could not watch you suffer. You will always be in my heart. Love, Mommy

Dear Cassie,
Good-bye my friend, my companion, my love. I will miss your big, gentle muzzle; I will miss the mischievous twinkle in your eyes.

I know where you are you have a refrigerator filled with the juiciest steaks all to be had at the flick of your paw and cakes for dessert. (Remember, it isn't nice to steal the cat food.)

I wish that we could have been together for many more years but it wasn't meant to be. No more long walks, no more long talks, no more smooching. Most important, no more pain.

Sleep well, sweet friend, until we meet again.
Ingrid

Cranky Cacky with the golden eyes, my girl.

Debbie Emery

Good-by to my beloved friend of 16 1/2 years. I will miss you very much!

Ilene

You came to us on a beautiful day in October, so tiny, just six weeks old. We brought you home as a companion for Sunshine, and the two of you quickly became friends and playmates. Your acceptance of other cats stopped there, though, as you chose to remain distant from the newcomers as our cat family grew to eight. But you were always there for us, coming out to greet us when we arrived home. You were with us through the Aurora years where, although you were a house cat, we have a suspicion that you would sneak out at night through that faulty basement window. You were with us through a confusing move across the state, through our daughter's birth, through our entire married life thus far.

But now you are not with us and we are sad. We are not sad for you because we believe that you are in a better place. We are sad for ourselves because we can not see you anymore, or hold you and feel how soft and silky you were. Our family is broken now, because one can not be here with us. In my heart we will always have eight cats: seven living with us and one looking down from heaven. We loved you in life, Cassie, and we will love you forever. There will always be a candle burning in our hearts for you, Cassie.

Joyce Smeltzer

To the bravest Cocker Spaniel ever (Cassie).
You will always be in my heart.
God, please take good care of my baby!

Gloria

Castin,
You were my sunshine. You always made me smile, and I am so sorry that you were taken from so soon. You hardly had a chance to live. You were full of life, even in the 5 short months that you lived! Always running around, playing, and having fun. You were the softest, most compassionate kitten I have ever had and I love you dearly. I miss you! Please think of me in heaven, and watch over me. I will always love you!

Tiffany Gloyn

I originally intended a much more dashing name for Cat but, whatever I tried, his innate dignity and essential felinity eventually caused me to revert to Cat - as he was nothing more, and nothing less, than the most loving and affectionate feline. His wisdom, silent communication, playfulness and profound companionship will always be missed...though occasionally I am blessed to feel him still with me. I was lucky to have such a beast come to live with me. Be happy, Cat xx

Abby

Kitty came to us from the street. She was a stray when we brought her in during 1991 and made her a very loved house cat. She seemed very young. She didn't even know how to play or purr. But after a little while and a lot of love she finally learned to play and purr. Her quiet and constant love had a huge influence to our family and friends. We are missing her a bunch.

Sarah

To Caty, a truly wonderful and loving companion to family friends and all animals. Your gentle habits will be missed by everyone whose heart you touched.
I hope you are running pain free at the Bridge

Lots of love and cuddles Mam Dad Justin, Sandi, and Ellie

xxxxxx

To Cazi my baby. You are the love of my life. You gave me so much, more than you know. I miss everything about you and I think of you in detail every day. You are the strongest most determined girl I know, the sweetest girl I know. I am so proud of you. Part of me is missing without you here. I am glad you are not suffering any more. I know you are making lots of friends and having fun and I will see you again. Welcome me with your whining and kisses. I love you so much. mommy

Our dear little CJ we miss you so. When we stop hurting so much for you, we promise to honor you with just our good memories of you. We will remember you for the true princess you were- we will remember how you loved to lay next to the rose bushes. We will always remember the mess you made with the rose pedals, you dragged into the house- to put in your bed. We will never forget how you would turn your head when we expected you to sit on command- how you would wait a moment so that when you did sit down it was as though it was your own idea. Your sisters' Sammi Faye and Ruby Linn still look for you and your bed- Sammi is so lost without her sister CJ. Sammi and Ruby didn't eat for 3 days- they were waiting for you to come back and eat before them, like always. CJ we are so sorry that you got so sick, we tried everything to make you better- the last morning of your life, when you looked at me in such sorrow my heart broke and we knew it was time to set you free. You will never be forgotten and will always be loved and missed. We'll all be together some day and when that day comes it will be truly heaven. Mommy-PaMa-Sammi Faye-Ruby Linn

Sammi Faye-Ruby Linn

Ceaser was my best friend for almost 9 years. I am so sorry to him (and myself) that I had to put him down - but I could not allow him to suffer any pain. It was the hardest decision of my life, but I take comfort knowing that he loved me and he knew I loved him! In his time with me, he did everything he could for me, and I did everything I could for him right down to the end. The void left in my heart will never be filled. But, I know he is in Heaven with my beloved Grandma and they are playing in the garden together waiting to see me again. Until then, I want him to know how much he is loved and missed by Mama, Daddy and Kleopatra!

My dear best friend. You were always there to greet me upon returning home from work each day. You always cuddled up on my lap and talked to me. Your peaceful purring helped make things a little easier to bear. How I miss your comfort, love, friendship and those beautiful big blue eyes smiling at me. I find comfort now in knowing that you are at peace enjoying the warmth of your afterlife.

Kathleen Leahy

CeCe Bear, we all love and miss you so much. You brought us many smiles and many more wonderful memories. I hope you find your friend, our best friend Thomas as he has left us for a better place this last week. Please tell him we love him. We love you both!

Cedar you are always going to be My Guardian, my teacher and my best friend, a much loved soul mate, wherever you might be now..you will always be my " Handsome" and my "BUD"
Your effort to stay showed me your pure love and courage, letting you go, one of the hardest thing in my life, but your quality of life was getting too hard to find, Bud.
"No one really knows where the rainbow goes..but one can always know where a rainbow has been"..I've seen your rainbow..and you are always going to be..in my heart.. never forgotten. love ya BUD

Kate McIntosh

I will always miss you, you were my little peanut. Ihope there's a big bunny field in doggy heaven. Someday we'll bunny hunt together again and play agility to our hearts content. I wish you were still here with me our time together was too short. I love you your doggy mom.

Amy

On August 19, 2001, I lost one of the best friends I have ever had or will ever have. Ceili (pronounced “Kaylee”) became my first, long-awaited dog when I was the ripe old age of 27, saved from a life on the New York City streets by my friend Rose, and saved especially for me while I was away on a trip to Scandinavia. She became part of my life (she was judged to be “about a year old,” fully grown) on July 27, 1986.

Later that March, I found my other lifelong love, Gershwin (who died on September 5, 2001, and is memorialized in a separate tribute). Although I’m a fairly good poet, published a few times, whenever I tried to write poems about my dogs I always failed. They weren’t poems. They weren’t art. They were just ways of saying “I love you, you’re such wonderful creatures.” So this is an “I love you” to Ceili.

Ceili’s great beauty was her spirit. She was only just this side of wild—which doesn’t mean she was ferocious. By wild I mean, a fierce lover of the outside world. She would spend several hours each day outside patrolling her yard. Even at the end, when neural damage to her spine made walking virtually impossible, and while she was mostly blind, mostly deaf, and was starving herself to death because of kidney disease, she continued to need to be outside—I had to, in fact, monitor how much time she spent out there. Even indoors, she needed at the end to be continuously in motion, although that motion was halting, painstakingly slow, or often brought her stopped in strange corners. She often walked until she fell over and had to be righted—to begin her strange bumbling again, like a sad kind of wind-up toy. Or unless I picked her up and put her down on her bed, which convinced her it was time to rest (until her need to “bumble” roused her again). Her last nickname was “Miss Bumblebee”, because I called her strange constant motion “bumbling.” And the image of a bumblebee, also in continuous quick motion, worked, too. She was driven to live, and living meant being in the outside world and moving through it. The name “Ceili” is Irish for a type of dancing, a party you give where you do ceili dancing, and its music. She was always a dancer.

She was wild, too, in her youth, considering her numerous escape attempts. She could slip a collar like nobody’s business, simply with a twist of her head. We called her the Houdini of Dogs. Then she was off running, running back at you and laughing, as you aimlessly tried to capture her. If any odd event brought an opportunity for escape from her fenced-in yard—a piece of fence blown over by a storm, a chink of fence open where a new portion was supposed to abut the old, a door held open to talk to a neighbor, —she would take that and literally run with it. She used to love to race, just for her own glee, or chasing or being chased by Gershwin. Her greatest adventure was being lost for three weeks in Harriman State Park, having been foolishly allowed to wander off leash while her owners were hiking with her and their other dog (who did return when called) one Memorial Day. Three weeks of us searching through three counties’ worth of animal shelters, hiking before work, putting up posters… She was occasionally sighted—and performed her great coming-close-and-running-away game with hikers on the Appalachian Trail--until she decided she really wanted to come home, and jumped into a policeman’s car without so much as an invitation.

She was wild, too, in her unsocialized approach to bothersome things such as: skateboards, bicycles, rakes, shovels, plastic Santas (honest); and, unfortunately, most other dogs (especially females), most strangers met on walks, and the much-despised but very forgiving mailman.

Ceili survived two serious dog bites: one, opening up her chest, from an unleashed dog we’d passed many times (and in this case, Ceili was not only not the aggressor, but seemed interested in making a friend—poor judgement call); and another time from a dog I was attempting to get her to respond to positively, in a supposedly controlled situation, (in which I’m afraid Ceili was guilty, not of attacking, but of provoking the other dog through “dirty looks”).

But she was not just a wild child. I’ve always thought of her as being like the character Catherine Earnshaw in Wuthering Heights: that character loved to roam the moors and be a wild creature of the wind, but she also craved riches and comfort. Ceili had a cat-like daintiness in many aspects, but especially in her ability to ferret out the most delectably soft place (such as a cushion on top of a pillow on the bed), or the spots on the floor where the sun slanted in such a warm, lovely way. And while, also like a cat, she preferred to spend many hours in solitude, and chose when she would grace her humans with her presence, she also loved a good cuddle. She seldom licked people but when she licked you, you knew you were a very special person, loved indeed. Having her behind presented to you for scratching was also a great sign of favor.

I was amazed that, two years ago, when new neighbors moved in next door with two young children, she was gentle with the kids (though I’d seen her gentle with very young twins a long time ago, and when we once brought home two tiny Rottweiler puppies to foster for a weekend, she was very drawn to their baby yelps). I’d told the girl one time, that she was being shown a great mark of favor by Ceili’s hanging around her. This was mostly made up. I felt bad that both children favored Gersh; no one picked Ceili as their favorite, because she was never that outgoing and she doesn’t have that humorous dogginess that Gersh had. But the little girl bought white lie, was impressed by it, and started to show Ceili extra attention. And so the lie became truth, and Ceili really fell in love with the little girl and the little girl with Ceili. So in her old age, Ceili had made a special new friend, rewarded with more licks during her daily visits than I believe I have ever gotten.

What else was Ceili? A finicky eater, though when younger she loved such semi-forbidden treats as: Doritios, M&Ms (all these given in extremely sparing quantity, just for a bit of a taste), fish, tuna fish, anything neat and spicy like Indian food; being a native New Yorker, she of course loved Chinese and Italian food. And though it’s my other dog, Gershwin, who always had a bottomless appetite, it used to be Ceili who went around to both bowls after dinner and licked them clean.

A scaredy- . cat. Most of her aggression was bravado to hide her fears. Who knows what she may have suffered, beside hunger, on the streets of New York, during the time she was stray, before her pretty begging caught the attention of my friend Rose? If ever a doggie transgression occurred, Gershwin (usually the guilty party) always showed no shame; but Ceili, even when known to be innocent, would hang her head in shame. Ceili was convinced that certain things in the world came from the devil, including the ramp, bought a few years ago to make sure my older dogs could more easily make it up to the bed and down. She never got the hang of the contraption.

Yet full of chutzpah. Her most hated dog in the neighborhood was a Doberman who could have polished her off in a single bite. When we lived in a different town, our neighbors across the road owned a number of dogs, including a truly ferocious white Shepherd named Angel. Angel was fiercely loyal to his man, Tom, and loved no others. He also jealously guarded Tom’s truck. Even Tom’s wife and children were just barely tolerated. Angel was scarey. You’d be a fool to try and cross him. But when we let Ceili off the leash to run around in the field past our cul de sac, she chose to chase Angel, who kindly let her, even though she actually nipped at his testicles. (I think this speaks volumes about the actual good-heartedness of Angel). That’s some serious flirting!

A beautiful creature. Although she was a Shepherd mix, most of this was mix and certainly nothing of her size or build was Shepherd. I loved conjecturing about what breeds might have been in there, and called her an International Dog: Belgian Malinois (the fur); whippet; Manchester terrier; Italian Greyhound; Australian Kelpie; Irish Terrier…. She was unusual for a Shepherd mix, weighing only 28 pounds most of her life. I always thought that if my dogs could be thought of in terms of architecture, Gershwin (half-Golden Retriever, half-Basset Hound) was Romanesque but Ceili was pure Gothic—the tapered ears, the tiny tapered feet, thin legs, cinched waist. Flamboyant Gothic at that. Her two most expressive features: her ears, capable of standing straight up, flopping down (or laid back especially when she was afraid or unhappy), or even folded over. And her feet—in photo after photo her feet curl over in the most adorable way. Her eyes were lined with black, as if by black eyeliner, or kohl--so I also called her my little Egyptian. She had a mottled coat of different shades of brown, from blondish to mahogany, and the occasional black. Even individual Ceili hairs, discovered on a coat or skirt, could contain three or more colors in them. She had soft black paw pads, which she didn’t mind your petting.

Things she loved: to be toweled, even if she wasn’t wet. To be taken out on a walk.—just the sight of me putting on my sneakers could cause her to go into the Dance of Joy. To go for a ride in the car. She’d jump in any open car door, even a neighbor’s. In the old days, before her illness, she loved to eat. As soon as I’d start putting their food in their bowls, she’d slip outside through the dog door to the fenced-in yard to go to the bathroom, and then to bark, bark, bark, to let everyone know, It’s Ceili’s Suppertime!! before she’d come in to eat.

My Gypsy, Mi Corazon, Moo-Shu Pup, Ukelele, Special K… My first dog.

She was finally put to sleep on August 19. She was willing to keep fighting the good fight but was simply too weak. She weighed only 17 pounds and needed to truly rest. She had a wonderful funeral. She was cremated and her remains sprinkled, half in a lovely spot at her beloved park and half in a spot in my backyard where she loved to lie. Friends of mine, who were also friends of hers (including Rose, her rescuer), joined me to say farewell. We read poems from “Angel Pawprints” (a book about tributes to dogs who have died, which I recommend; much is sentimental but it’s oddly comforting), and other poems and sent her off with symbolic gifts—a blue-jay’s feather to speed her on her journey, roses and lavender from my garden to sweeten her way, and rosemary for remembrance.

She is dearly missed.

If you’d like to see pictures of Ceili, you can check out: www.scils.rutgers.edu/~leibosan/multimedia/ceilialone.index. (There is also a “My Dogs” link about both dogs and a “Gershwin” link.) Please note that this web site was created a month before she died—when I finished it, both dogs were still alive. I have not had the opportunity to create an update.

Sandi

I first saw her dangling from the hand of a friend, who had bought the baby iguana, but was afraid he wasn't taking good care of her. He thought she was a male and had named her Mozart, because she reacted to classical music by swaying her head. In the end, we bartered...I had a Celtic brooch he wanted for his Scottish Highlands costume, and I had fallen in love with the seven inch reptile with the curious nature and dolphin's smile.

I named her Ceridwen, a Celtic female name, for somehow I just knew she was a female. We later determined for sure that she was. After we had her set up in a 40 gallon terrarium, she began to eat and grow like gangbusters. I went to the Pets Forum on CompuServe and downloaded a handbook on the care and feeding of iggys, and she thrived.

As she grew and shed, I played with her daily. The only reason she wasn't given house privileges was the fact that we had both cats and dogs. She intimidated the dogs straightaway by thwacking them both across the nose with her long, agile tail. Once is all it took! She eventually grew to a little over three feet in length.

The herpetologist at the local Gulf Breeze, Florida Zoo told me that iguanas came in all temperaments, and that mine was what he called a "lapdog iguana." She loved to be held, to sit on my shoulder, to sun outside on a perch, to be sung to, and to be chucked under the chin. As she got larger she took to leaping from any perch or shoulder quite fearlessly. My husband took to calling her a leaping lizard, then a flying lizard, then finally, just "flizard" for short. The name stuck, and we all took to calling her Flizard or even Fliz. She knew her name and would look up when called, expecting to be taken out of her home for "'sploring."

One day last year her tail suddenly got an infection, and in just a few hours she had lost half her tail! We rushed her to the vet and I had to give her injections twice a day for ten days. She recovered, but after that, she wasn't the same bright, cheerful reptile...it had all been just too traumatic. She entered a slow spiral which ended in her death one summer morning, in spite of all our extra efforts to coax her into healing and hand feed her favorites.

If you'd ever told me I was going to have a relationship with a lizard, I'd have never believed it, but Flizard was just too special not to love. She gave hundreds of people, especially kids, the opportunity to get up close and personal with a reptile, as I would often put on her leash and take her with us to picnics in the park or other events. In her short life, she brought a lot of joy to all who met her, and I'll never forget her gold-flecked eyes, her emerald iridescence, and her dolphin's smile.

Annina Lorna Anton

He lived longer than medical science said he would! Even as I grieve for the loss of my sweet Chaboo, I know that he lived a happy and fulfilled life, never leaving his mothers side. This Chow/Lab mix breed was not expected since I raised and sold registered Chows, but the neighbors Lab decided differently when he entered the females kennel. So, out of a litter of seven was born Chaboo. Upon vet diagnosis, we found him to have a heart condition. This meant someone would have to take special care of him, loving him unconditional. I kept the sweet pup for me! I needed him as much as he needed me and we had many wonderful years together. Only a few days ago, I tended to him till he crossed over to Rainbow Bridge and now he has a beautiful bouquet atop his burial site, at our homeplace. I miss him so much, but I have great memories of his always barking BOO! That is why he was named Chaboo, for he was a Chab always yelping that Boo when he seen you.

Laraine Brister

Chachi Dachshund/Chihuahua mix. Passed away 06/26/00 in my lap just 20 minutes after returning from work. He was 9 years old and the best friend and protector I have ever had in my 35 years. He is still a part of my daily life. A day doesn't go by without my remembering how he watched over me. I will one day see him again.

Mickey Phillips

Rest in peace my friend, till we meet again.

Roxie Wright

You will never be forgotten

John

My Chammer:

Devastation, loss, emptiness, and pain
Your best friend just went away, unexpectedly
The one who welcomed you home every night without fail
A wag of the tail, no matter what
The one who sat in the living room
Watching all the action
Who communed with her ball, tugging away
Pushing, pulling, oblivious to the world
Who protected Susan with her life if asked
Loyal, true, and always there...no matter what
Snore, shift, patrol,,lick the door, in hopes of tasting forbidden fruit
Tissues galore, bark, slink, shift, and slurp
Fire up the electric knife and watch her come to life
But all she did was stare....at the floor
While Bismarck said, nevermore
Cham, the bridge from college to an empty nest
Cham, no one ever was the best

John & Susan Davies

A fierce protector with a gentle heart
He gave me his love right from the start
They'd called him Snowball but that didn't fit
He was my "Champ" and I knew it
A champion's heart full of loyalty
I adopted him - he adopted me
My gift from God for twelve wonderful years
And at the end I mourned him with tears

Susan Hudobenko

We miss you Champie, you will always be in our hearts..

Proctor Family

Champagne was loved and cherished for 11 years. Among many other things he especially loved to eat treats (Pounce was his favorite), sit out front in the sun and have his ears rubbed. He will be missed greatly.

Jill Kreisler

Always a heart full of love

Lu and Ross Kempf

Chance, you are so missed. I feel your love with me constantly. It is so sad that you got cancer at such a young age. You were perfect, sweetheart, and I promise you that we will meet again and be together forever. I love you, Chance.

Linda Leck

"And the war you left inside my heart
Is like the whole world dying"
-Joy of Cooking(1970)

Chance, you were the best dog & the best friend. My world is all wrong without you. You are loved & missed & thought about each day.....until we meet again at the Bridge, my sweet boy.

Darlene Schultz

Chance was Pamela's dearest friend.
He was a beautiful collie and warm and gentle.
Many days were fulfilled with happiness due to this wonderful creature.
He has crossed the Rainbow Bridge and is romping and playing with his mate who went before him a year ago.
He will be having endless fun as he waits for Pamela to come for him.
May God bless Chance, Pamela and all our furry friends.

Pamme Provost For Pamela Stark

Chance - you left so suddenly. We miss you. We will always remember you in our hearts.
Love, Mom, Dad, Nathan, Ginger and Smokey

Leslie

Chanel was our little angel...truly a blessing from Heaven. She was our best friend, and a loyal, faithful companion. Our time with her went all too quickly, and we miss her terribly. Our hearts feel as empty as our house does. We cherish every moment we had together, and will always love her. Thank you, Chanel, for teaching us about unconditional love. We will do our best to carry on the way you showed us. Goodbye for now our precious friend. We believe we'll be together again someday. Until then, you'll forever remain in our hearts. Thank you for touching our lives. WE LOVE YOU, ANGEL!

I will miss your nose.

Scott Beisner

Chang - our little "rooper" with the most musical purr I have ever heard. You were a misfit stray that I insisted on feeding and playing with even though Mom told me not too, and you ended up being her favorite! Even Dad the cat-hater liked you - you were so sweet and kind. Sorry Puss used to torment you - you know how guys are...Your time with us was too short, but I hope we made your last 3 years the best of your short life. You made ours better for being there. Stick with ET and Snoopy, and tell Puss to behave. I will see all you guys again one day - be good.

Dianne Shaunessy

Putting Chan to sleep was the hardest decision I've made and harder still to follow through on. He made it as easy on me as I could have asked, though, and hopefully I wasn't wrong on the timing. He's been a wonderful friend and companion for 22 years and I'm so thankful for having him all that time. He was "the horse" for me and we had many fun experiences over the years together. I hope he can forgive me once again if I made a screw-up, but at least I was right there to tell him how much I loved him as he left me behind. Now the pain and burden of old age and deteriorating body are not his problem anymore. Please keep us in your thoughts, I will start lighting my own candle next Monday.

Pam Quinn

My dear Chappy,
We have only had you for 4 day's , but we are thankful for those 4 day's..
Forever in our hearts !!
We will see you again at the rainbow bridge...
We love you...

Mira

"Char-Char," I know you wanted to be with your "Momma" Lora, and now you are. Although we miss you, and all the memories we have of you with our Lora, we are happy to know you are once again reunited in Heaven. Who would have thought that Lora would make it Home before you? We remember her worrying that you would be crossing over soon from your epilepsy; little did we know an accident would send her Home first. But it truly brings us joy to know that the two of you are snuggling together, "dancing" together, and playing together once again. We have pictures of you two doing all those things here. Thank you, Char-Char, for all the joy you brought to our home. We love you and look forward to seeing you again one day!

We love you, old boy!! Take care of Harley for us! We miss you and will always pray that you are o.k.

Love you, Chargie!!

Dad
Mom
Lindsay
Brandon

My "Baby Girl" was a forever friend and confidante thru many lonely nights. She was unselfish and never complaining, and always there for me. If she was tired and didn't feel like getting up the last two inches of her tail would wag slightly to let me know she loved me. She was such a Lady, kind and gentle and her entire backside wagging like Mae West when walking. She died in our Vets office during night after surgery to remove a sweater she had eaten. She was alone without her Momma.
Charlee, Mommie is so sorry she wasn't with you and my heart breaks every time I think of this. You are with God and one day I know will meet you again on Rainbow Bridge.

Anne

We love and miss you CJ!! (short for Charlene Jean, Jelly Bean!)

Momma misses your little 'ole stubby tail a waggin'. . . .

Todd, Marcia, Ryan, Jenna Erb

Chuckie,
I remember when you were born in my closet to a stray that I adopted. We named your Mom Clara. I've had you for 15 1/2 years and the end came so fast that I am just beside myself. I miss you so much. We've been through a lot together. You were mama's "handsome" baby boy. You were always my kitty even when you got older I always thought of you as such a youngster. I thought I would of had you at least until you were 20. I miss you so very much. Mama will see you again my baby. I love you. Pet

To the smartest, flirtiest most classy kitten I've ever met- you will be missed by your humans and your brother.

Michele Mantynen

We will miss you Charley Boy, you were our little man.
We miss your little pitter-patter behind us. It will be hard to eat french fries and popcorn again because we know how much you loved it!
You rest in peace little man. Mama and Daddy will never forget you!!

James, Gwen, Erin & Emily Gibbs

Charley, you were our little boy, our sweet poodle, the only baby we will ever have. You helped us through so many difficult times--an adoption that fell through, both of our fathers' cancers and deaths, and Lisa's surgery--and made our many good times so much better. You always will be in our hearts, and we will be together with you in heaven. Thank you for understanding us, for loving the two sweet children we did adopt, and for turning your friend, Simba, into a mannerly house cat. We are glad you can breathe and sleep easier now, and that your hips and back no longer hurt. Your eyes can see now--keep a watchful eye on us, and stay close to Renni and Angel. Ralph will take care of you, too. They are your family there, and we are your family here. You will always belong to us, and we will always be yours. We await the day you come running to us, your white, soft ears flying back, your grin reflecting our joy. We will be running to you, too, our arms open to hold you close to us, where you belong. We love you so much, Charley.

Such a sweet-natured cat.
He loved stretching in front of the stove, belly and ear tickles, exploring the fields round and about and bossing the dogs.
Living in a quiet place, it seems so unfair that you were hit by a car.
We didn't have the chance to say goodbye or tell you how much you meant to us, but hopefully you knew how much we loved you.
Have you met up with Daphne at the bridge?

All our love forever

Andy and Heath
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CHARLIE
I love you, I miss your cuddles but I know that you have shed the pain and are running and jumping again with Rudy.
You have taught me so much, especially to be accepting of another's "nature" and limitations.
You indeed fought the good fight and surprised many with your miraculous recovery in August.
Thank you for giving me this extra time to hold you, care for you and love you.
Don't forget to meet me at the Rainbow Bridge.
I love you. Karen

You were only with us for a very short time, but you brought us so much joy. Now you have joined Stimpy and Sammi.
We loved you so very much.

Suzanne Buell

My dear Charlie:

I miss you so much. How brave you were in your fight with bone cancer. I hope you knew how much I loved you.
Now that you have crossed the Rainbow Bridge, you will meet up with your sister, Chloe and the two of you will know no pain, just fun and one another's company. Your brother Percy misses you as well as your sisters, Louisa-Grace and Coco. You gave me so much love and joy.
I will always remember how sweet and loving, playful and devilish you were.

Love,

Your "mom"
Lisa Le Brecht

Charlie was a very special friend he has been gone awhile now and I still miss him very much. Every where I went Charlie would follow. I hope he is happy and safe in heaven.

Phyllis Baitz

Charlie was the delight and love of our lives. What a happy loving and mischievous bird. He let us see sides of ourselves that we would not have shown. With Charlie we could act goofy and corny and not feel ashamed.

We loved this little 2 oz. bird. He lit up our lives. We miss Charlie. May he fly away home.

Gabrille Schneider

Charlie was a special dog, a kind, loveable pet who was my mom's companion for many years. He passed over to the Rainbow Bridge today to be with the other pets mom has owned and loved, Marvin for one. Charlie is healthy and happy now and will be missed until the day we cross over to the Rainbow Bridge. I love you Charlie, you will be dearly missed.

Ron

Dear Charlie,

You brought so much joy and love to our family even though we did not have you long enough. We miss you and love you so much. You are truly special and will never be forgotten.

Love Mom, Dad, Kim, Julie

Charlie was taken from us suddenly. We knew we loved him, but didn't realize the depth of our love. He was wonderful and irreplaceable. We will always love him and remember him with many smiles and tears.

Molly

Charlie was mom's best boy. He was diabetic, had one eye, and both knees replaced but he was the best friend any gardener could ever want. I'll miss my alarm clock in the morning, my lump on the sofa at night. God willing, I'll see you again someday, My Dear Old Man.

Janice Jaskowiak

Charlie was to special to put into words. He had such a warm gentle nature. He will never be forgotten

We miss you so much little buddy!!!
We love you,
Mom, Dad and Kallie

Charlie,
You will be missed by all your fellow P.I.C. Unit friends.
Run and play, you deserve it buddy. Get to know the ropes for when Cooper comes to you, he'll be with his daddy and you two can enjoy life at the bridge together.
You were a great inspiration, we all love you dearly!
Love,
Sharon and Bailey

My dearest Charlie,
You have been my faithful friend for such a long time. I miss your barking at the bell ringing, your waving tail when you saw me, your run and your jumps when you were happy.
In the end you were so ill that I have had to send you to the rainbow bridge where pain doesn't exist. I really miss you so much, please come into my dreams.
Good bye Charlie

Rita Schisano

You came into our lives and added such joy.
It breaks my heart that you were with us for such a short time.
I am so sorry your death was so painful. We wanted to share your first spring. Everywhere we go in the house and yard we are reminded of you. Max and Ben miss you terribly. You taught them that dogs and cats can live together happily. Someday we will meet at Rainbow Bridge.

John and Julie Brackeen

Chuck was a great cat. He loved the outdoors and I know he loved me. Many times he "spoke to me " with his meows and squeeking sounds. He would wait for me, sitting next to me if I was ironing before work, until I was done and would walk by my side up stairs. Our routine everynight was for him to jump on my lap while I watched t.v. I really miss him.

Lewis

To Charlie. You walked into our lives 8 years ago. You'd been neglected for 7 or 8 years. You were a 5 lb. bundle of love. We'll miss our little "kitchen supervisor," but we couldn't let you hurt anymore. God be with you as you echo forever in our hearts.

Char

Our dear baby Charlie:
You gave us such joy during the time we were together. We had a lot of love from you, all the 9 yrs were very special for us. We miss you so much and since you left the house feels empty. We wish you were here so we can hear your barks and howels. Your sister Lassie misses you a lot, you will always be in our hearts, and we will never forget you, because you were such a love dog.
With love:
you mom Pia, Gabby, Pablo, Lassie.

A great dog, we will miss you.

Chris Reidy

My beautiful baby was taken from me at such an early age., I miss him so much., especially when I go for a walk ., I have now stopped walking because of it., I miss him dearly.,

Raymonde

To my wonderful companion for 5years. I hope you understand and know we love you dearly. Please be waiting for me at the gate.

Susan Kaylor

We had to put Charlie down today. He was with us for 11 years, and he was a wonderful cat. He was a tough hunter and loved to be rubbed, but on his own terms. You had to be sitting where he liked you to sit, then he would get on your lap. He was very street-smart, but friendly, too.

We adopted him at the county shelter, and we'll try to do that again in honor of Charlie. We hope you're sleeping in a sunny spot, Charlie. Go catch a mouse!

Elaine Lindblad and Family

Jody and Ron this tribute is to Charlie. You may never see it but I will always know it's here and everyone will know how much you loved you dog. We will all miss him dearly but your loss was greater because to you he was like a child. Waiting by the window when you pulled in the drive. But don't be sad because one day Charlie will be with you again. Don't worry he is waiting at the bridge.

Love Miranda

You fought a good fight but illness got the better of you. We miss you very much. You were our first "baby".

Darrell, Robin, Maggie

We all live and we all die. That is how it works. What happens in between makes the difference. Thank you Lord, for giving me Charlie so that he could teach me what unconditional love is all about. His body has passed but as long as I shall live, Charlie's love and spirit will be in my heart. When I pass, I will meet Charlie at the Rainbow Bridge.
I love you, Sir Charles. My heart is full, yet broken for now. I refused to let you suffer...I let you go.
----Dad

Charlie Girl-
You have been and will be missed. I am sorry you suffered as you did for your last few days. I am sure you are in a better and happier place now. We love you and miss you.
You are my Ohio State Cat and I will never forget you.

Mary

Charlie too, you were with me for just a short while, and I feel so bad that you were alone when you passed on. But now you are with raggedy Anne, Surfin Charlie , Ross and Frankie, so I know you have someone with you. Someday I will meet all of you again at the bridge and I look forward to that day. I know from my own experience that the bridge does exist and that knowledge alone keeps me going. Till that day, goodbye my dear Charlie too. Joann seabreeze rags

You were so young when you went to the bridge. You were a very special part of our lives for such a short time. Your sudden illness struck us so deeply that we still cannot believe that you are gone. Charlotte, my sweetheart, you are never forgotten. We think of you each day and miss you terribly. We will see you once again, but until we miss you but know that you will never suffer again.

Paula and Walter Best

I fear the tears will never stop...you brought so much into my life for such a little one. The love of an animal is unlike any other, unconditional and non-judgmental. No more is your suffering and I will try to always remember that when the grief becomes too much. I will miss your sweet little face forever my Charlotte bug.

Charlotte was a found cat. She wandered into my friends' life in Jan. '95 and they gave her to me. We think she was born in 1985, and she had been fighting multiple health problems for as long as I had her, which was 6 years. She seemed to be doing great until she passed away unexpectedly, peacefully at home on her mom's bed during her noontime nap, Sunday Feb.18, 2001. Love you and miss you forever, my sweetheart. See you at the Rainbow Bridge.

Corinne Creager

"From our Creator we come; to our Creator we must return". God willing, we will all be happily together again. Meet us on the Bridge. We love and miss you, our precious baby girl .

Azizah, Taqwa, Baraka, Cutter, Shahaad, and Abu Dawud

Merry Meet and Merry Part and Merry Meet Again my little teapot.

Holly

Where do I begin to talk about you Charly. You came here fearful of humans, turned in to us from another rescue hoping that our experience in cockatoos would free you from the chains of fear and mistrust. We very gingerly worked with you, but you did not budge. We were slow, careful, and consistent. You found a special volunteer here by the name of Vicky. You tried to trust her, you may of even wanted to like her; but still, you held your ground. On occasion, you would let us get close. You stopped the hissing and even began to blow kisses. We tried for months and months, to no avail. We thought by just doing the basics for you, you might adjust to the comings and goings of the birds and the volunteers. Well, you were just too far gone and we felt that you might be better in a hands-off sanctuary. We found a great place for you to go and on September 23, 2001 we gathered you up and off you went. Well, you were found at the bottom of your cage on September 27, 2001; just 3 days after leaving us. The necropsy came back that you had a whole body infection. You hid that well, as birds are known to do, but I can't help thinking that maybe moving was not the best choice. I know I am hurting and confused over your death. I want to say that you are at peace now and maybe that is where you were meant to be after being ripped from the only home you knew by someone unknown to us all. Yes, you were a wild caught and I only hope that you can forgive us all. I hope to see you when I cross over the bridge knowing you will have let go of all the pain you had while here on this earth. God bless you Charly, may you rest forever in peace.

Richard S Weiner

Charly, I still miss you and think of you often. Today your brother has joined you. It was very hard to let him go but I knew I must. I know he is happy and healthy now and glad to be reunited with you. Take good care of each other. I love you both.

Dawn Perry

Charmer was Daddy's "Big Boy". At a whopping 120 lbs of love, and not a drop of fat. He was my friend and as the days go by, I found that I still miss him terribly.

We had a wonderful life together - We boated, fished and hunted... just about anything that would hold still and a whole lot o'them that wouldn't. We romped through the woods, waded many a pond, creek and lake - The first time we were at the lakes, he chewed through his ties and was over 400 yards from shore when I realized that leaving him would never be an option.

As we grew over the years - the 5:00 Am whistles wouldn't even wake the neighbors anymore. They used to talk about it, but after that guy came bounding around the corner - Sometimes through their yards, sometimes form the back pasture, sometimes straight from the river - They could never hold back the love he gave to everyone. I can kinda hear him coming now, from a long, long way.

He learned so quickly! Hardly a nod or a quick whistle was all that was needed to get him to where he should be. A kind of unspoken language between us. As he got older I had to spell a lot of the words and had to write more than a few.

He was the best big boy ever - As I think now and find the difficulty of this writing, I know I have never been the same without him. The tears are streaming down my face and the cry's are barely held back.

When we said "Goodbye" I knew you understood, but its not been the same...

Its true that all good dogs go to heaven, isn't it? Miss you lots Pal

Love,

Daddy

Charmin actually belonged to my parents, but myself and my girls considered her to be ours as well. We guess she came from an abusive background because she shied away from most men, but was still a little sweetheart towards us. She was only part of our lives for a few months, but she did a lot for us. She showed my girls that they don't have to be afraid of all dogs, and helping to take care of her helped my girls learn responsibility. I appreciate the love, trust, and companionship that she gave my parents. My parents purchased her in May, 2000, about two weeks after she underwent an emergency C-section and was spayed (all the puppies died). We later discovered that her surgery was the same day my mother had a hysterectomy, so they recovered together. Her exact birthdate and even her age were unknown to us and to her most recent previous owners--they had gotten her from a couple who had gotten her from some friends--but the veterinarian guessed her to be about 5. We believe her last few months were some of the happiest of her life. Until her last illness, she was active with my girls but also loved being cuddled and held by my parents. The morning I took her to the vet she looked at me with those trusting eyes, and it was almost like she knew. The vet called my dad with the news that the chances of her survival, even after a risky and expensive operation, were not very good. She never did come home again, so none of us got to say good-bye. This is my good-bye to Charmin. Take care of those pups, girl.

Tracy, Erin, Alyssa, and Amanda Hengesbach

Charo, you were our first chinchilla. You were the most precious fluff ball with such a gregarious attitude. I will always remember the way you used to climb on my shoulders when I was trying to work in the backroom. You never gave us any trouble at all. We are so sorry that you had to so much trouble in the end. If it were possible to take it all back and have you here with us again, well - we'll see you in a little while at the bridge. Watch out for Jessie and all the others. We will love you always Kevan and Doren (daddy and mommy)

Chase was adopted from a local shelter. At the time he was 5 - 5 1/2 years old. He had near total hearing loss due to neglect, and he'd been abused. We loved him for 7 1/2 years. He went on water skiing trips, swimming in the ocean, even hanging out at a famous Mississippi River Saloon. He will be sorely missed...

Butch

I would like to do this in honour of my little hero, Chase. To know him, was to love him. He was our little angel and I can't begin to describe the sadness we feel in his passing. He was taken too quickly from us, but I wouldn't trade the time we had for anything in the world.

Goodbye my brave little guy we will see each other again one day.

Love, Mom and Dad, Anson, Meadow, Belle, Tawnie and Paddy

Chat, you will always be the most wonderful companion to share my life with, and watching your health go bad over the last few years and losing you are worse than anything I've ever known. You were such a fighter, I wish the surgeries had saved you from the cancer that was taking over your little body. I love you little girl, and I hope your life has been better with me than in any other circumstance. We've shared almost 13 years together, and you've been there through it all (countless moves, human relationships, college, my work) and always have a kind lick, a sweet "it's ok" meow, and a head-butt to ease my pains, whether they are physical or emotional. I will miss our games of tag, your keen sense of treat bags opening from another room (and, towards the end, the baby food jars), your daily greetings at the front door when I get home from work, your purring little self curled up with me at night, and all the other things that make you so wonderful. I'm taking care of Fuzzy III for you, it sits on my computer desk in a safe place so you don't have to worry. I hope you are finally able to be with your littermates now, you all have so many stories to share. The only comfort I have right now is that you are no longer in pain.

I love you very much, and when the time is right I'll see you again.

You are in my heart forever,

Melissa (and Tiramisu)

It has been almost a year now, and I still can not look over at the corner of the couch where you layed hour after hour. We never minded picking you up (all 60) pounds of you, and taking you outside to put you down to pee. We never minded picking you up and carrying you back in the house to your special spot to go back to sleep. We never minded feeding you morsels by hand, or making sure the other dogs left you alone to rest, we do mind your not being here with us anymore, and we will never forget you.

Merri Ann Gonzalez

This is a fantastic and marvelous cat, amiable, intelligent, lovable, my great companion in my life and I'm felt depressed for his absence today.
Please send a prayer for my cat

Tony Saba

My precious baby girl it has almost been one year since you crossed over and Gabriel and I still miss you darling. What a sweet loving girl you were who even near the end tried to comfort your Mother at your loss and the sudden loss of Leiper.
Mommy misses her baby girl so very much. What a good girl you were and never a problem always the lady waiting for Mommy to put you in the pocketbook. My littliest pink lady at the hospital and the happiness you brought to us all. When it storms I am so happy to know you are in a place where it never storms with Grandpop, Kakn, Uncle Ken, and now Uncle Joe. I love you all.

Judy Lee

Chauncey, you came into my life and were the true meaning of mans best friend. Always a loyal companion filled with love for all. Even in your aging years while you could not see me for the last three years or hear me for the last year, you never failed the definition of mans best friend, always there for me, always comforting me even though you were passing into your most difficult times. I can only say as I grieve in your passing you have left me with so many wonderful memories, in your 14 years of life. I just can see you now and its a wonderful site to see your long white coat and ears just blowing in the wind as you are running past and saying freedom at last. Be free my friend, rest in peace till we meet again.

Dan OBrien

She was our baby, our cupcake & the love of our life. We will miss her more than we can say. We know she is waiting for us at Rainbow Bridge.

Lynn Gentner & Sheri St. Clair

Chaussey was an elegant and distinguished gentleman, my best friend and his brother Gizmo's constant companion. Chaussey understood when I was happy and sad; he sat by me all the way through school and earned his own PhD in the process. He was absolutely loyal and loving and, although found at a shelter, was probably a ragdoll/ragamuffin mix. He had style and substance and supported me through almost 17 years of life's events. I miss him more than I can possibly say and I know that he's at the Bridge playing with KP and Deacon, Zeus and Thor, Sebastian and Natasha, and other beloved babies our family has had, and that he's waiting for Gizmo and for me.

Bonnie and Gizmo

Chaz was my "little monster" from the word go. I loved her like most do their kids. For she was my last kid. She is playing with her big sister now. (lucky the lab who passed 3 years ago) she is now free from all the sickness and pain. I know she hurts no more. She is running and playing with lucky now.

Kim M. Coleman

My dearest friend, Chazy, you taught me sensitivity and made me realize who I really am. You are the only one who ever brought tears to my eyes when you left me and shown me that I too can cry. I miss you so my little girl. Your ashes will join mine when that day arrives. I never said "I love you" to anyone only to you.

Pierre Alexes

Che-Che, you are my special and sweet baby boy and I miss you very much. My life is very much diminished by your absence. You were a great friend. Mommy loves you so much...

Laura Vena

We will miss you so, and will remember you with all the love we have in my heart. May all you pain be gone and a new world awaits you, my lovely chick

Louis Pointer, BoBo and Mammy

Checkers, how we all love you and miss you. You fought with liver cancer and it won, but your spirit lives on. Ever since you were a kitten, you were always shy, but always so loving. You were with us a short 7 years, yet grew up together and you were always my cat. I was only 5 when I got you, but I remember everything about you, from kitten to adult. I will always love and miss you. We will meet at Rainbow Bridge someday, I promise.

Vanessa Lechner

Chee Chee's life started out pretty rough. Her mother had a serious uterine infection and had to have emergency surgery 2 days after Chee Chee was born. She was only about 3 inches long and we put her in a basket under a lamp to keep her warm and fed her with a toy baby bottle. Her mother took her right back when she got home. She was a very loving pet and only wanted love and cuddling in return.
She will be greatly missed by the whole family.

Dena & Todd Maxwell

My beloved cockatiel Cheeky was the most beautiful creature I have ever encountered. All she asked in life was to be able to sit on my shoulder and receive head-scritches. She was with me through thick and thin; at times I considered her my only true friend. Cheeky always made me feel like the most special person in the whole world. She wouldn't really let anyone else pet her and always let me know that I was number one in her eyes. After an absence, she'd call excitedly when she heard my voice and demand to be let out of her cage so she could be with me. I wasn't always able to give her the care she deserved, but she never held it against me.

Now, after eleven years together, my little feathered angel is suddenly and unexpectedly gone from my life. I miss my little "love bundle" and wish that I had been able to give her a hundred more.

Cheers was the best dog anyone could ever have. I got him when he was five and a half weeks old. I never heard him growl at any person or animal. He was so kind and sweet. He was my partner in obedience and received the title of Utility Dog. Unfortunately, in April of 2001, Cheers was diagnosed with lymphoma, brain tumor and mast cell tumor. He did great even until the end. His symptoms started to get the best of him and I decided it was time to send him to the "Rainbow Bridge". We miss him terribly. He was one of four dogs in our household and his absence is very noticeable. I was blessed to have him as long as I did. He was a joy to live with and we will all miss him very much.

Denise, Dave, Victoria & Jamie

Wednesday, 18 July, 2001

CHEESIE NOW SPIRIT GUIDE

WHILE I'LL LINGER HERE A BIT JUST YET, YOU GO ON TO SUMMERLAND MY PET, I PRAY DEAR LORD / LADY FOR YOU TO BE OUR SPIRIT GUIDE, ABOVE AND BEYOND WITH TEARS IN OUR EYES.
I / WE WILL ALWAYS AND LOVE YOU CHEESIE, BB

@ Katrina Covert
Coeur de lion
Tout le plaisir est pour moi à bientôt!
Blessed Be & qelhma and Agaph

MAGICK, Magick Follow Me, to & from the sea,
I Follow the Mystery...
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Cheko, mommy loved you very much!!!! I am sorry I could not help you I wish I could of!!! I want you to know I love you alot and I miss you terribly!!! I will never forget you and you will be in my heart always!! Don't be scared I will be with you again someday!!! Just wait for me!! I love and miss you always love ya Mommy, Daddy, Brittany and Bear

Chelsea
August 3, 1992 - December 19, 2001

.....tonight in the shadow of a huge old hickory at the foot of a young pine I bid farewell to my dearest friend....As the little gray casket disappeared under the shovel fulls of dirt (42 of them), my heart ached..did she know how much I loved her, how much a part of my life she had been..how that wagging little nub made walking into that dark house possible..that she kept me loving and warm with her head placed on mine all those long nights..all those miles we traveled, all of lifes challenges made easier for I had my friend to share them with... to whisper to ..to lean on..to give my life purpose.. ....with the night breeze gently blowing thru the trees, a soft peaceful sound comes from the stirring air... I stand with tears streaming ...searching my mind...I just don't know how to say good-bye...I DON'T want you to NOT be with me for the rest of MY days..selfish..Hell Yes.. but to be angry would defile all that you gave to me... ...so I will simply say "THANK YOU" ..for loving me unconditionally, and know that we will curl up together again someday..in a better place ...and again I will get to hold you ...as God holds you now.

Vicki Call-Logan

I miss you monkey...you're in my heart forever...xoxo

Anna

Chelsea-You made our nine years on our first ranch such a joy. You reminded us there are many dogs who need loving homes. Thank you Chelsea for all of your love. Mom and Dad

Lois and Arn Hart

Dearest Lady Chelsea Woobie Reniew,
We love and miss you so much. The love you gave to us was such a blessing. We'll keep you in our hearts knowing we'll meet you again. Please do the same for us and in the meantime, run like the wind...you deserve it Woobie!
Love Dad, Mom, Sissy, Bear, Autumn and of course, your son Jack

Chelsea was a special part of our lives and we will never forget her. She was our constant companion in good times and bad. She was a very proud and elegant lady. Our hearts are broken and many tears have been shed following her illness and passing on December 7,2001.

Cheryl and Dave Schmidt

To Chelsea: You were a loyal friend and defender of you beloved Belinda. A soft spot in Robb's heart. A big sister to Mutt and Maggie. Your spunk and courage are missed by all. Belinda will meet you at the rainbow bridge. Until then know that you live on in her heart.

You were our tennis ball girl! No dog could play tennis ball like you! We noticed the lump at the beginning of February 1998. By March 5, 1998 you were gone! The cancer had invaded your lungs, esophagus and you couldn't eat. We sent you to the bridge to wait for us on 3/5/98. One day before Scotty's birthday. You were buried with your tennis ball and your frisbee. Also with a letter from Marissa and 2 long-stemmed roses from Dad & I. Wait for us sweet Chels - We Love You!
Dad & Mom

Chelsea was a great friend to the end, who's greatest joy was to be near her family. Sadly missed by all.

Brad Morrison

Chelsea

Unconditional love I thank you for
Companionship and so much more
You stayed by me in times of despair
You layed your head in my lap to show you cared
When I felt alone and I would cry
You would stay by me until it passed by
I loved your energy and your electric spark
And your protective warning and your threatening bark
Your silliness and your grinning smile
To see that again I would walk a mile
When you would cross your legs in that certain way
You were such a lady each and every day
I loved how you would play with the cat
You were so gentle with the little brat
I loved how you would get rocks from the creek
And for your cookies and treats you would speak
Now all of this has come to an end
For today I lost my very best friend
I helped my girl leave with dignity and love
And I know she is happy in heaven above
She is running and playing and collecting her rocks
Where in her new place there are no clocks
So Chelsea my love you run fast and free
Maybe stop once in a while to think of me
It was a privilege to have had you in my life and heart
Even though my heart is breaking apart

In my thoughts forever

Love Mommy

I miss my little cat Chelsea everyday. He was a wonderful cat, full of love.
He will have a place in my heart forever.

Louise Rowden

I got my little girl in 1981. She was so precious - she followed me everywhere and before I left where she was born I knew that she was the one.

She lived to be 20 years old and was in fairly good health. She had the beginnings of kidney failure, but was doing well with it.

One fateful morning we were getting ready to go to work and could not find her. Earlier that morning she seemed fine. We would always get up and the first thing we would do is love all over her. Before we would go to work we would tell her much we loved her, pet her and advised her if we would late or on time coming home from work.

We looked all over for her and found her in the family room where she had passed. We had no idea that anything was wrong. My little girl's life was over. She had crossed over the Bridge and was seeing her friends that passed before her and I know that my Mother was waiting there for her to show her that she was not alone and she did not have to feel scared.

We know that time will heal, but right now it seems like it never will. (It was only two days ago).

We both feel privileged and honored that we were part of this special angel's life for 20 years.

Terri L. Berkey

CHELSEA

You were so sweet, so gentle, so loving, trusting, beautiful, good-hearted and as it turns out, brave. You had more than your share of pain and illness in your life. Yet you loved to play and to cuddle. I wish I could have done better for you. Now leukemia has claimed you. You will live forever in my heart. Rest in eternal peace, my loved one.

G. R.

We will miss you very much. But I know you are here in spirit and Jesus will look after you and your brother spike. We will see you very soon we love you Chelsea!

Mom & Dad

In Loving memory of the Queen of Horizon Farms, Chelsea
Chelsea you will be so missed, your wonderful smile with the beautiful teeth, our greeter at the farm. You whelped our first litter of Elkhounds and began your own dynasty. You passed that special tail of yours on, your tightly curled, beautiful "whacker" You were so special. You always got your way, because you knew we loved you so much... all you had to do was look at us, and we melted. We shall always remember you as such, and no other will take your place. Many will come and go, but you were after all, our special queen. May you run free with the winds through the green fields of the Rainbow Bridge until we meet again..... We loved you with all of our being, and you'll live on in our hearts forever...
Linda and Pam

My father's girl, greatly loved.
Missed by Doug, Faye, Bill

To our beloved Chelsea, who was with us so long, always cheerful, through many moves and homes and two babies. Little Chelsea who was so sweet and didn't have a mean bone in her body. We miss you so much and your sweet spirit will always be with us. your loving family

You were the best friend that I have ever had and I miss you very much. I still expect to see you and hear your voice when I come home at the end of the day. I know that you are no longer in pain and that is a comfort. You will be in my heart forever!

Wanda Svagera

I know Chelsea was so loved by Mary, and Chelsea knew the depth of that love to the very last second. What a gift, and in the depth of that unconditional love may you find peace. Evelyn and Nickie

Our beloved yellow lab of 11 years died naturally today of kidney failure. We will miss her so much.

Jimmy Wall

My dearest Chelsea, I still can't believe you are gone. The Heavens are brighter with you in it but your passing has left a void in my heart. I love you so much and you were so very brave. I guess God needed your sweet soul. Your kids miss you cleaning their ears and kissing their faces. I just miss you. You kissed my face when I cried and guarded my side when I was recovering from my surgery. You gave me 14 years of joy, love and laughter. A kinder, gentler spirit has never lived. You are at peace now, released from a tired body that had failed you. I know we will meet again at the Bridge and you will be young and strong again, wagging your body with delight and leaping for the sheer joy of it. Rest well my sweet girl.

Chris Laughlin

Chelsea 4/20/91-9/19/00 my sweet black and white furbaby god how I miss you so much. I know that you are safe in heaven with pike, wilma, and pepper but the loss of you has ripped my heart to pieces. I wanted so desperately for you to get better. I miss you sitting in the back utility room with me and to watch our favorite t.v. show- dawson's creek is harder than I ever imagined. you knew that you were not going to get better because your siblings do all the things that only you use to do. such as the bathroom greetings, sitting on the loveseat next to me and watch t.v.. we all miss you so much. thanksgiving and Christmas were extremely difficult especially serving turkey to auntie foxy and the gang you have left such a void that it is incredible. god how I only wish your mouth ulcer would have healed, I never thought you would go first and you should have never suffered the way you did. you are such a beautiful cat and I really miss your sweetness that just seemed to surround always . I hope with all my heart that you see the candle we have started lighting in our beloved memory of you. the only reason we decorated the house was so you would see the Christmas lights as well as the candlelight. oh Chelsea I cannot wait to see you at rainbow bridge, you touched my life and filled it with such happiness. you were always there for me through everything . I mean you brother benny with his creamer fix in the morning and your sisters, april, crazy high priestess selene beate, whitney have all been of such comfort to me but you were very special and having to put you to sleep was the most difficult thing I have ever had to do. I mean pike was old, pepper was in bad shape with cancer and wilma put up a good struggle but it was like they asked. you must have been closer to my soul because I am really having a difficult time with this. I don't know if it's because I had you since you were born right in the house and were never out of my sight for nine years or what but I feel so lost without you my soulcat, you were always at my side and ever though whitney tries her best to imitate you knocking on the backdoor I know its not going to be you when I open the door and it hurts. you were such a sweet, strong kitty and why you went first I do not understand and never will. my sweet Chelsea booger just please watch over us here on earth and keep us safe and in good health and when the time comes for the others please pray that they go in their sleep and not have me put them to sleep. just know you are constantly thought about here on earth and you have definitely left your pawprint on my soul. I love you forever and always and rainbows will be all the more special to me because I'll know that it'll be you that sent it.

Lisa Wilczak

Chelsea I never was a dog person till you taught me how. I never knew how to smile after a hard day at work, I never knew the small joys of life until you taught me. you are my heart and soul. I will love you forever and all ways my baby girl. you made our life complete. Having to put you to sleep was the worst day of my life, please forgive me. I couldn't stand to see you suffer anymore. you did nothing but bring joy and happiness to our lives. I LOVE YOU CHELSEA Thank you for being part of our lives we will never forget you, All my love always mom/amy

For all the special love you gave --- your forever in our hearts and memories...

Loved me regardless of my shortcomings

Susan

It was six months ago today that I had to say goodbye to my beautiful Chelsi--it is still so damn hard to deal with the emptiness in my life without my babe...

Chels--I would sell my soul to bring you back. you taught me so much about absolute, unconditional love. I thought I had learned from you, but I'm not sure, cuz its so damn hard to let you go...

My love--I still wear your last two kisses. I can still feel your warm, vibrant tongue caressing my cheek minutes before we had to say goodbye..you had a rough time, when I was supposed to make it easier for you to move on. Chelsi, it wasn't supposed to end like that...

Chelsi--when we are together again at the rainbow bridge--I promise you--we'll dig a hole to china and we'll have sticks, and bury bones; and Alf will be waiting for you; and you'll have as many chewies as you could ever want; and tennis balls?? Wimbledon will never have seen so many tennis balls. and anything else you could ever want.

My love--I miss you so much...I have a huge part of my heart missing...my soul aches for you..

I'll see ya Chelsi--at the bridge

Don Kotval

Chen was a gentle, loving dog. There wasn't a vicious bone in his body.

Connie Carlson

"Baby Girl" was my best friend. We had a great year & 1/2 together. She is in a better place now and no one will ever hurt her again.

Robert

Cherokee was a beautiful Dalmatian who passed away two years ago of kidney failure. She was a wonderful companion and very protective. Cherokee we miss you more then we can ever say. Losing you was very hard and we will cherish you always. Your at peace now, god bless you.

Diamond was my Pomeranian who passed away two years ago of heart failure. Diamond was our baby girl who was with us for years. You were always very special to us and we treasure the memories we have of you. Never thought we'd ever be without you and it was hard to accept. Diamond, rest in peace and god bless you. Diamond and Cherokee are with god now and out of pain. Mommy and daddy will always love you.

Christine and Christian Lada

When I got Cherokeegirl 3 1/2 months ago all ready breed. I thought oh what a perfect horse. She was in a dirty stable and had not been fed so the owner said in a couple of weeks. Underneath all that mud and filth was a beautiful bay and white tobiano mare. I lost her having the foal she was carrying then but I will never loose her in my heart. I will always remember the first time she allowed me to feel the foal move and the first time she let me hug her. I will miss her greatly and will always love her. Goodbye Cherokeegirl Momma loves you. Dawn Kilgore

Cheslee, you were a gift from God...I wish we had had more time together, but each day we had was blessed and forever remembered. My sweet girl, you will be greatly missed...we all loved you so very much. The pillows are empty without you there, the house is lonely without having you in it. Saying "give" will never be the same without you running to pounce on your food bowl, ready to defend. Thank you for blessing all of our lives with your beautiful, spunky spirit. Endless love...will hold you again some day. Bye, we love you, smoo.

Tom, Kendra, & Kennon Hurst

In loving memory of Chessie for our wonderful boss, Cheri and her husband David. We grieve also for your tremendous loss. From Joanne & Darryl.

In loving memory of my precious kitty/soulmate, Chessie. We loved each other dearly for almost 17 years. I thank God for the time we had together and for her dear presence in my life. She gave me constant love, understanding, and companionship. She will be in my heart forever.

Ellen Zender

We will miss you Chessie-girl. I raised you from an egg and you thanked me with so many wonderful years. All you ever wanted was for me to hold and pet you, and I only hope you loved your life with us. Now you are at Rainbow Bridge with Fergie and we look forward to the day that we see you both again. I must be doing something right because God allowed me to be with the both of you until the very end. I love you!

Jeanne

I sit beside the fire and think of how the world will be when winter comes without a spring that I shall ever see. For still there are so many things that I have never seen: in every wood in every spring there is a different green. I sit beside the fire and think of people long ago, and people who will see a world that I shall never know. But all the while I sit and think of times there were before, I listen for returning feet and voices at the door.

Sandie

Hi Chester...
It has only been two days since we had to put you down, but it feels like two years. I know we did the best thing for you, and I'm glad that you were not sick for very long. We all miss you so much...the pain comes suddenly and fiercely, and it's like you've died all over again. I remember how you loved to bark at the mailman, how you would "shake...now other paw!" only for a treat. Nobody could put one over on you! When anyone cried in your presence, you were worried about them. You added so much to my life, from the day we brought you home in the fall of my fifth grade year. You've given us 14 wonderful, fun-filled, hilarious years. You put up with a lot of kids treating you like a stuffed animal--carrying you, dressing you in doll clothes, painting your toenails...and through it all you remained noble and gentle, humoring us. Everyone that ever met you really liked you, but we love you! Can't wait to see you again!

Nancy

"Chebba, chebba, chebba" (to the James Brown tune of "I feel good" ["baby, baby, baby"]).

Our sweet "chebba cheese". We love and miss you. You're an angel for sure. A one in a million dog... a one in a zillion soul. We were so blessed to find you. For you I would rather know the pain of losing you so soon than having never loved you and been loved by you. You were a soulmate and gave us some of the best 7 months of our life, right from the start. I'd do it all over again for you...only better - for you.

So grateful that we crossed paths that day my sweet chebba.

How can I thank you for all that you are? For the smiles and love that you gave us that sprang from so deep within? We love you always. We'll be together always. Bless you sweetest of angels.

You are happily, graciously, thankfully forever in our heart and soul,
The Momma and The Papa

My Precious Beloved Chester,

You went to Rainbow Bridge this morning, this was sudden, the vet says you might have had something called Pasturella. I am wishing I would have known that you were so sick, you were running around playing and loving just as you always were just a couple days ago. I am going to miss your loving ways, giving us lickings and letting us massage you. The kitty's will miss you too, you even let them lick you and you gave them lickings too. You were so sweet and precious. Thank you for bringing so much love to our family, you were such a comfort when Bun Wun passed away. I was hoping that you would have been with us for much longer, but for some reason, God took you home. I just want you to know that you were so very loved and cherished. Have so much fun playing with Bun Wun, keep a watch out for me when I come to the Bridge to be with you some day. We love you and will never ever forget you. It comforts me to know that God loved you so very much that he wanted you there with Him, now you can give Him lickings too!

All my love to you BeeBee!,

Love, BunMommy

Goodbye to our loving Chester, who will be miss dearly! May God love you and cherish as we did. God Bless

Rebecca and Dustin Stanley

Chester was our Halloween kitty. He was sweet and loving. He willing allowed our daughter to push him around in a baby stroller. He snuggled our children to sleep. He loved being talked to and stroked. The careless behaviors of human caused him to suffer greatly before he succumbed to complete liver and heart failure. Chester drank antifreeze that ran down the street into a drain. It saddens me that we did not realize he was ill and he suffered horribly before passing to the Rainbow Bridge. Our family is heartbroken and his other furry friends, Dapple, Bear, Lady, Ginger, Chief and Lyndsey walk around the house and property looking for him. He will always be missed.

Bill and Darlene Geddes

I only had my little man for five months, but it was the best five months I've ever had with a fur baby. He was so loving towards me, my husband swore that he had a man's soul. Because no matter where I was he was. Everytime I looked at him I could see how much he loved me by looking in his eyes. Then Easter mourning I discovered him hit in front of my house, the person who hit him didn't even stop. So I had my husband dig a hole for me and I buried him in a rubbermaid box with a lid with my coat inside for him to keep warm. That's what I use to do hold him in my coat and take him with me to pick my daughter up from school. So I sent a part of me with him to Rainbow Bridge. He is tremendously missed by me I still cry myself to sleep at night thinking of him. But one day we'll be together again and there will not be anymore tears. I love you my little man (Chester)Love always your best friend, Tammy

Chester was born in my towel closet on St Patrick's day. He would've been 14 years old this year.

He was always a sweet, friendly, loving kitty who never bit anyone in his entire life.

Chester never could stand to be alone. If he thought he was by himself, how he'd cry! As soon as he heard me call to him to let him know he wasn't alone, he'd come on the run and jump into my lap, purring all the while and settle down to cuddle.

Chester absolutely adored his father (who is also a tuxedo kitty). He would constantly follow his father around, walk by his side and sleep with him. I called these 2 kitties my "bookends" as they looked a lot a like and where always side by side, practically inseparable. I use to wonder what Chester would do if his father was to go to Rainbow Bridge first. It turned out, Chester was spared the pain of being left without his father and went to the Bridge first himself.

Chester's father, who will soon be 15 years old is still with me here as is his brother. We all miss him very much.

Pam S

Dear Chester, The holidays have been rough, especially since your were the best Christmas present I've ever gotten. It was tough to go to the barn and see all the boys without you there. There's an empty whole in my heart that you held, I hope you know that you were not only my horse, but also my best friend, my world. You taught me everything I know about riding, showing, horse care, etc. where would I be without you? When you passed it taught me to never be careless, to go with my gut feeling, and to never take advantage of a minute that goes by.
I hope you know that we really didn't want you to leave, but it was the best thing for you. and you know at the time I totally disagreed but now I know they were right, just think of the pain you would have been put through. You loved to gallop freely and be with the mares. I know you wouldn't have been happy in a stall with a cast for who knows how long and then on pasture for the rest of your life, unable to jump just able to watch.
When you left I was in shock for days, I was soo upset, but I know you helped me through all of that because I know you were watching over me just like you are every second of my life.
Your halter is hanging in my room , next to your pics, and you blanket, and ribbons. I think about you every day and night when I'm laying in bed. Wondering how you are. and if you get to see strawberry.
I hope all is well, and I hope you doing ok.....I know the rainbow bridge knows how to treat animals right, and I know you are no longer in pain. But just remember I love you as much as always, and I'll never let anyone forget about you. I love you always! Your Mom, Heather

My darling little Cheeser,
You were such a very special bunny. You crossed the rainbow bridge this morning and I feel like my heart has been broken into an unfixable number of pieces. Ebony is missing you very badly. You were bonded, best friends and were inseparable. Please look out for her and let her know it will be ok. You were the sweetest little furball, and looked like a little furry bowling ball with short legs ... you know I always meant that in the most loving way. You had the sweetest face and the kindest eyes I could get lost in and the cutest droopy ears that were so kissable. You were ever attentive to your girl Ebony and constantly kept her groomed and beautiful. You were an angel that I will always miss and love, and now you are a true angel with little bunny wings and you are a guardian angel to Ebony and Spazz. I hope you have all the kale, carrots, crackers, hay, food and bunny treats you could ever want. I want you to know I love you and will miss you always.

To my little neurotic Inky:

I will never forget you, I will never forget the times we've spent together, I will never forget the way you left. With one final squeel for help while chrushed in the jaws of a dog, you gave me one more memory to fill my heart. Your spastic jumping, your hungry squeeks and the way you licked the side of you cage like a suckerfish will forever remain in my mind, in my heart. May your trip to the rainbow bridge be filled with wonderous delights of carrot tops, fresh green grass, and all of the orange drops you can handle. You untimely passing while sad and disheartening did not happen in vain. Your memory will always be with me and the love I would have shown to you is hereby tributed to the three piggies rescued and adopted in our home. May your peace that you now have be with us all. The days won't pass fast enough until that time we meet again at the rainbow bridge and spend eternity together

Paul

Chevy was a rescue from a local animal pound, discovered while I was looking for a lost cat, named Maurice. He was due to be put to sleep the next day, but his big mouth & outgoing personality drew me right to him. Chevy always liked to give me instructions in the morning while getting ready for work, remind me when it was time to feed him, & remind me when it was time to go to bed. He was bossy, boisterous, & a big lover kitty with a huge heart of gold. He hated closed doors & would thump against them to pop them open, like a super hero or fireman breaking into a burning house. This earned him the nickname of KittyMan. It became the name he would answer to most often. My dear KittyMan died after complications from a routine surgery for bladder stones & an intestinal blockage. He apparently developed a blood clot that traveled to his brain & caused a stroke. He stopped breathing & all the efforts of the vet couldn't bring him back to me. Chevy, I loved you so much & miss you. May you find lots of good food & friends at the Rainbow Bridge. Until me meet again, my purry boy...

Sandy Heglund

We miss you Chevy and we will always hold you dear to our hearts.
Love you!!!!
Mario and Grace

God put a special scrawny scared leggy flv kitten in my life when I thought I didn't even want my life anymore. I got up because he needed me to care for him. he taught me how to love, to play, to enjoy every moment - to stay in the now, not to worry about what is next or what has been. He has taught me how to let go....and now I wait for what God will bring next to fill his empty place....sniff the buttercups, Chevy-cat on the other side of the bridge - One day I'll come to meet you, I'll be able to hear you purr - you sounded like a Chevy Silverado with glass-packs big-guy. love - your chevy-cat mom

Patricia Anne Stafford

We'll see you again some day - Krystal and your other pups, your brothers & sisters, and the humans that loved you so much... May you rest in Peace and know that our love goes with you....

Mary & Family

Gray tiger w/ beige belly & white feet. Medium hair

I love you Chew-chew. I miss you. I'll see you at the Bridge. MOM

I never wanted you to go like this but when the cancer got worse and the seizures began, it was cruel to let you go on.
I will always remember you Chewy and I thank you for your undying love to me and I will never forget the moment you passed away from me when your eyes looked at me and then gently closed.
Be safe and happy in your new life and I will see you some day soon.
I LOVE YOU AND I ALREADY MISS YOU.

Our family - Robert, Francesca and Jordan, would like to say a very special thank you to Chewey for sharing his loving friendship, spirit, humor and loyalty with us for the six years we were together. I don't know if any of us said thank you to Chewey but we feel he knows he was truly loved and appreciated by us all. We are devastated by the loss of our beloved dog and friend, and are having a very difficult time adjusting to his being gone. We will miss him forever and think of him 100 times a day. Good bye Chew-Puppy, Chewers, Chew-ma-Lou - we will keep your leash and collar until we can meet again. Find Max and wait for us. Love, Mom, Boy and Pops

Little one, we remember the first time we saw you. What a beautiful, white ball of fur you were and so spunky and so proud. Our hearts were yours from the very beginning. You were a Valentine gift from the heart. I remember the note Claire, Anna and Greg left, it said "we love you, you'll love him," and how we did love you. You were such a handsome boy and no other dog could hold a candle to you. Everyone who knew you, loved you. Remember, we were always just Chewi's Mom and Dad, but you were the star. Sweet baby, you had more soul in your little body than any human we know. You gave us more joy and more happiness during your short and sweet little life than we ever thought possible. You lived life to the fullest while you were here with us. We miss your greeting us at the end of the work day and the joyous homecoming we received. We miss your prancing, oh how, our boy could prance. We long for your bouncing through the door and your jumping in the air when you would kiss us on the nose. You were the only sweetie I knew who could do this but then you always were special. We long to see you swimming in the pool and then climbing up the ladder to show us how smart and impressive a boy you were. Then you'd go sun on your lounge. We can see you running so proudly through the yard, your tail high in the air. You were so beautiful little one. We'll never forget your happy ways, always happy and smiling face. Jen nicknamed you "smyley boy" because you always had a permanent smile on your sweet face. Chewi, love, you were a good dog, our beloved friend, our loyal companion and you will forever be missed and forever loved. Our hearts went with you when you left so carry them close to your heart and take care of them. You taught us love, humility and compassion and you made our lives and world a much better place for sharing it with you. We promise to take care of your friend next door. She and Seis both miss you. Run like the wind, play, and be happy, sweet baby boy. Wait for us at The Rainbow Bridge. We'll be running to greet you with open arms, love, and lots of hugs and kisses for you. Rest easy beloved boy.

Chewi, you had an extraordinary personality and heart of gold and we do grieve terribly for you. We're sorry you couldn't wait around for our grandbaby but you'll know when the time arrives. Have you met Salena, Needles, Punky, Major and Ginger? Needles will run like the wind with you. Raspberry, Skip and Chip are there too. Benny misses you and I'm sorry you didn't get to meet Rusty and Bud. I look up at the heavens and imagine you running across those green fields, romping and playing. I know you've made alot of friends because you're such a sweetie. We wish you were still with us but know you're needed up there, maybe to make some little child happy. Mike, Angie, Benny, Tommy, Jen, Steven and Lauren all send their love. And, of course, Mom & Dad will always love you. Watch for our candles every Monday night and you'll know it's us when you see that great big glow. Feel the kisses we blow your way. Be happy, sweet boy and wait for us at the Rainbow Bridge.

We love and miss you so very much,
Mom & Dad

Chewie, When you came into our lives, you brought us so much joy and happiness. Words can't express the love we have for you. You are so handsome and loving and we miss you dearly. We're sorry and I know we will see you in the next life, so we can cross Rainbow Bridge together. You truly have been our bestfriend and you will never be forgotten. I wish you were here right now to lick my (moms) tears up like you always did. I know you can see us and love us too! Thanks you for all the beautiful memories you have brought us--words can't even describe them! Until we meet again, because we definitely will, you are always in our hearts and in our prayers, God Bless and be good puppy! We love you sooooo much! Love mom and dad xoxo

Jessica Del Pozo & Juan Salazar

Chewie, I miss you so much, I miss holding you while watching tv, I miss your singing, I miss your begging, I wish I could have done something better to help you

Dyana

Chewy, we love you and miss you so much. You were the sweetest little dog and more than just a pet, you were our child. We miss all the special ways you had about you and we are so devastated that you had to leave us. You will always be in our hearts and we hope that someday we will all be together again. Until that time, we know you are in a special place and that God is looking after you. We love you Sweet Pea.........Mom and Dad

You touched my heart so deeply for just those 3 months...I'm sorry you had to go so soon...I miss singing to you in the morning and dancing with you at night...goodbye my Chewy baby...I will always love you

Seema

Though you were here such a brief time, you touched everyone you met.
Thank you.
You will be in our hearts forever.

Lizette & Karin Johnson

Chewie has the warmest heart I've ever seen in a human or a pet. He will be greatly missed!!! My only consolation is that he suffers no more.

Barry D. Snyder

You were my Heart and Soul my Best friend, and my Love. Never will I find the closeness and love that we shared. I hope you are young without pain and running having a good time. Please wait for me. For I pray we will be together in God's world. Loving and missing you with all my heart. You w

I'll Always be with me Cheyenne.
Loving you always,
Mommy xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo xo

Always to remain just a puppy and gone to the bridge so much too soon. Somebody there must have needed you as much as I need you here sweet girl. You will always be with me.

Love,

momma

Dearest Chiaokure-chan,

You have been with mummy for 2 1/2 months. But during this time, you have given us all at home joy. You became part of mummy and daddy's life as our own. We miss you badly and how I wish you could give me a sign that you are well in Heaven with God? Why did you have to leave so suddenly, baby? Come to mummy's dream and tell mummy how you are now. Wait for mummy in Heaven, understand? I love you baby so much and I'll always carry you in my heart as I have when you were here. You came at the right time and you left for a good reason and it's all in God's plan for you and me. Daddy, Grandpa, Neko, Peke and Tino miss you badly too. What shall mummy do with all your things? Come baby, come to mummy in my dreams.

Thousand and one kisses for my baby. Only and always for my baby, Chiaokure. You have so many cute names : My baby kangaroo, my baby cow, my baby german sherpard, my baby boy.....

Deeply Loved and Always in Our hearts, Mummy, Daddy, Grandpa, Neko, Peke And Tino.

MY SWEET CHIBBI CHAN

Chibbi Chan my sweet baby, my little pumpkin,
You have always loved everyone, you were something.
You came into my life as a small bundle of joy,
You fit into the palm of my hand, so furry and fluffy.
You were such a cute little boy.

We played and laughed and had fun with each other,
I prayed to God that I would be good as your mother.
It was just you and I alone at the start,
Living our life with love and much heart.
Playing all day long on the beaches white sand,
Running up and down from the water you ran.

You were always so happy so loving so giving,
I can't imagine life without you worth living.
Years went by and we were always together,
Believing God gave us our lives as one forever.
Living with you has given me such love,
I know God has sent you to me from above.

Everyday we are together I cherish our time,
We said to each other that you would always be mine.
Almost 14 years, you lived, loved and played,
On my bed your sleepy little head you would lay.

Then the day came I will never forget.
I came home from work to find you were dying,
I heard you say to me, mommy stop crying.
I picked your limp body up, you were still breathing,
You said, mommy I waited for you before leaving.
I told you I loved you and go to the light,
If you must leave me it would be all right.

On the way to the hospital I sang Sweet Jesus to you,
I was with you and holding you something you already knew.
You took your last breath while I was holding you in my arms,
Alone together for the last time I was so much alarmed.
Jesus has you now, He is holding my sweet baby Chibbi.

You can run and see again with the glory of heaven,
There are so many memories of you I haven't given.
I will see you again I promised you soon,
My tears that are flowing will fill up this room.
Until Jesus calls me home through His bright light,
I will always love you my sweet baby boy,
And for the last time, I hold you and kiss you good night.


Mary & Bill

We, Chicha's parents, want to pay a deep tribute of enormous love for the girl that spent most of her life in our family. She used to be my mom's dog and then she became my best friend. We love her deeply and will miss her terribly much.
Her brother, Oso, will miss her too.

Patricia and Joe Harper

My beautiful little girl if you only knew how much I miss you, my baby you took my heart with you on that unforgettable day when I had to make the hardest decision to let you go, everyday that passes is a reminder of how I'm going to have to go on without you and I cant seem to find any meaning to my life without you, you were my life my everything my shadow my little girl how do I go on without you chichi I'm so lost without you, you were the meaning to my life but all that is left is that someday we will be together to never part again and you will forever be Mami's little girl I love you and miss you terribly Mami [Sandra]

Chichi if tears could build a stairway and memories were a lane l 'd walk right up to heaven to bring you home again.

ChiChi was loving and never cruel or snippy to anyone, even the children were comfortable around this little small fluff of a dog...she weighed in at 7 lbs and gave a ton of love to everyone she saw...my heart grieves for the loss of such a great compassionate soul. she was taken from this life due to sugar diabetes which progressed fast and could not be controlled.. please don't feed your animal chocolate or sweets especially french fries etc...their little stomachs can't take care of so much carbs....rest in peace my chichi. Fran Shauvin.

You were our family and our friend. You chose us when you wondered into our house 2 1/2 years ago. Nathan didn't want me to encourage you as he didn't want a cat. But he came to love you even more than I did if that's possible. You would be waiting outside the front door every night when I came home and would miaow continuously 'til I got down on the floor and cuddled and kissed you. You slept on my pillow every night and I would wake up every morning to find only half my head on the pillow and you spread out comfortably all over it! You would sit on the desk with Nathan in the office keeping him company while he worked and interrupting him with cuddles while he was on the phone to important customers. You'd sit with me in the kitchen and 'talk' to me while I made dinner. Everywhere we were, you were. You didn't just come and give us cuddles because you were hungry, but because you loved us and wanted to be with us all the time. Now that you are not here I don't know what to do with myself. No one to greet me at night, no one to talk to while making dinner, too much of the pillow to myself, no-one to run after me when I go off on my bike, and no more cuddles and kisses. The only consolation I have is knowing that one day I will see you again. I hope that soon I will be able to remember all the things you did with a smile, instead of a tear. Thankyou for choosing us as your family 2 1/2 years ago, and for being our family until now.

Suzanne Pilcher and Nathan Hague

Best Friend and knower of all things
Brave in the face of pain and stranger
soft, gentle, purring bed partner
never turning away from me in spite of all
I rescued your body
But you saved all of me many times over
Rest in peace my little girl

Susan G

We love you chico, and miss you dearly.

Tony Digiglio/ Kim Gott

Dear Chico,
We will always love you we pray that you are in a better place.
We miss you so much.

On Monday, October 8, 2001 at 1:36 AM my Belgian Malinois, Police K-9 Partner, Chief, went to Rainbow Bridge after a long hard battle with cancer. To my friend, loyal companion and loyal trustworthy partner; Chief, I will miss you and most important never forget you and I promise to remember the good times. I am sorry buddy, there are no bad guys in Heaven, but I am sure God has made a playground for his police K-9 friends.

Sleep Soft My Dear Friend
Mommy will love you Forever

Julie Hoffman

Chill, will our grieving for you never end?
Must have been the chow-chow in you, but for such an independent soul, you captured our hearts and we haven't been the same since we had to have you put to sleep. It was so totally unexpected. "Wampa" was in the hospital the following Monday...two blockages were found, but in my opinion it was a broken heart. You were his soul-mate. To think that over all your years in our home, only six people could approach you without fear, T.J., Wampa, myself, Brad, Merle, and Scott. All six were devastated at your passing.
We felt more honored being accepted by a dog such as yourself than we would by most people, why is that? Is it your undeniable, unconditional love? Is it your regal bearing? You, who made us come to you for attention; you, who (after Josh passed) was the "alpha" dog; you, who made us love you with all of our being; you, who has made it impossible for us to imagine losing another dog...how would we bear the pain? I hope you have joined your housemate, Molly, in waiting for us at the "Rainbow Bridge." We will be there baby, and if you're not....there is no heaven. Your Wamma and Wampa..Roger and Penny St. Clair

Chilly was the best little guy. our neighbor's dog attacked him and broke his back and he had to be put to sleep. We will always love and miss you! Mom

The best dog I have ever known, who was always there for me in my time of need. No other could make me smile the way you did my sweet boy. I can still picture your bright blue eyes. You will always be remembered and loved by your family and friends and most of all your Mom. I know that you are happy and comfortable now and that you would like nothing better then for Mom to smile again. I love you boy and will miss you very much. Until we meet again sweetheart.
Love Mom XOXOXOXOX

TRIBUTE to CHINA

7/4/88 - 12/27/01

My Beautiful China Doll ~ It has only been hours since I held you in my loving arms as you slipped into eternal sleep, and my heart is broken. To never hug you again, or rub your cutie-pie ears, or play with Raggy-Baggy, or watch you chase the geese, or watch that wrinkly tail wag your whole bottom when I walked into the room, is unfathomable.

You were my very special gift from God; born on this earth not to hunt or be hunted, nor were you a part of any evolutionary food chain. God sent you for one reason...to love unconditionally and bring comfort and care to the fortunate human who held you against their heart as a little puppy...and who now holds you forever in her heart. That fortunate somebody is me.

What a gift you have been in my life. Thank you for understanding when I had to leave you for months to take care of Mom, and for never leaving my side as we grieved Mom's passing. Then, there you were again at my side as we mourned the loss of Dad last Christmas. He loved you so much, and I know he was happy beyond words when he saw you coming over the bridge. Just like God, you loved me in spite of myself, my Baby Girl, and I thank you for the million kisses and for the touch of your soft fur that caught so many of my tears. There is no one to catch the tears I shed now.

God's love never shone brighter than through you, Mommy's Baby Girl.

Sleep well, my China Doll. We will be together again soon...

Debi Rose

China was only with us for 2 months but she touched us so deeply. My son and her were inseparable. They were the best of friends in such a short time. He some how knows that his "Nina" is gone and won't be coming back. He has been carrying her collar around with him since Friday morning when I came back from taking her "for her last car ride." He looked at her collar and said "Nina bye-bye" and kissed her collar. She was a special girl for sure. We miss you China. May you now be totally free from the pain I know you were in. I know I'll see you again some day at the bridge.

April

China was a good friend. She was always there when I came home after a hard day with a purr and wanting a brush. She was diagnosed with liver cancer over 4 years ago but died of kidney failure. She was with me through the hard times of chemotherapy; when I lost my mother she was there. I hope you are happy China. I hope you have found a place where you are healthy and have lots of friends and get to eat anything you want. I will miss you, China.

Susan Keeping

I miss you my baby girl

Laura

You are truly missed. I never realized how much I needed and loved you, until I was no longer able to reach for you and touch you. You are with Chunker now and I know you are happier for this, and I wait for the day that I will be able to be with you again. Our hearts are in tatters, and our love is with you, little princess of ours. Thank you for sharing our lives and giving so much of yourself.

Tom & Sherri

China was the one that brought me to my bliss. Although she wasn't the one that ended up getting the benefit, it was because of her that I discovered the joy of training and competing in obedience and the thrill of training and competing in agility. She also lead me to Therapy Dogs. She was my big, strong girl... tied to my spirit forever.

Beverly, David, Angel & Fern

Chinny my beloved kitty. You were the first kitty I ever had. I never liked cats until I had you, and now I can't live without them.

I'm sorry it has taken me so long to get your name on the Bridge List. I don't even know if your age or date of death are accurate. Mom and Dad put you to sleep without my knowledge, and it was only after I came home for a visit that I learned you were gone.

It breaks my heart that they put you to sleep. I know they never really cared for pets, and with all of us gone, you were more of a "burden" to them than anything. You were older but still healthy. Why couldn't they have called me and asked me to take you? I would have done so willingly.

You were my first baby to cross over the Bridge. You've been there far longer than any of the others, and I know you met them all with open paws and continue to take care of them.

I love you my sweet kitty.

Mom (Anne)

Chino you have given us so much love and asked for nothing in return. We will miss you greeting us at the top of the steps when we come home. Or your cute way of saying excuse me with your paw when we ate. Or how you loved special treats.
When your son Tangie passed away a September 1999 you were there to fill the void. You are daddy's princess and my baby.
Just know we will meet you and Tangie at the rainbow bridge some day.
Chino daddy and I miss you and will never forget you.
Till I see you. Take care Chino and know you made our lives very special. No one can replace you Chino no one.
Love Mommy and Daddy

Linda and Steve

...My Dear Pup and Best Friend ...Oh how you loved all those creek-walks and forest-paths that we enjoyed together for so many years!! I am very Gratitude you were "My Rock" in many difficult times. You were a Gift to my heart and my life. You are Dearly Missed and Loved ...Always Loved. Thank you Honey. Gently Hold, Gently Keep. ...~ C ~ XO.

Christine Brownell

My sweet cat Chip passed away on November 2, 2001. He was a black and white stray that adopted me eight years ago. He was the first cat I had ever owned. We also have a 10 year old yellow lab who Chip thought was his mother. They were very sweet together. Chip would often sit in my lap while I used the computer. He was wary of strangers, but loved our family. I am so glad I go to know about cats from Chip. I will miss him very, very much.

Sarah Pennell

Chip, I will love you forever, my boy. I think of you always and hope that you know you are still so very special to me. "Chance" is carrying on for you being my companion and protector. I know that you would approve. I love you. Rachel

We will always love you Chip. You shared so many times, both good and bad with us. We will always remember you. You made us laugh with your antics and you were always there with a kiss. We will never forget you.
Love, Your family

You were there before the husband and the children and you were always there for me. We were through a lot together. I will always love you and there will never be a replacement for you. You were the one and only amazing cat!!

Jane Hammen

Chipper passed away while I was loving him and holding him. You are now out of misery my precious little boy. Rest in peace my precious and wear you angel wings with pride. Say hi to grammy.

I love you my little angel,
Love,
Mommy & Daddy

It was just yesterday that we had to put our loving Chipper to sleep. He was such a good dog and he will be greatly missed. It was getting so hard watching him fail in his health. He became deaf and recently became blind. He was so confused when he couldn't see anymore and we were so frustrated watching him bump into things and he couldn't hear us so that was even harder. As I was walking into the bedroom I saw him laying by the door and he had blood dripping out of his mouth. He had a terrible cough that seemed to be getting worse. I then called my husband and that day we had to make a decision to have him put to sleep, he didn't ever act like he was miserable but we knew he was getting worse and we didn't want to see him suffer anymore. It was so hard to see him go. I think I will never stop crying and ask myself if we should have done it. We just want to say that we love you very much Chipper and there will be an emptiness in our hearts. You may be gone physically but you will always be in our thoughts and in our hearts. We will see you in heaven. Love forever,

Momma, Daddy, Rhonda, Daisee, Wendy, and Brian.

Dear Chip: It's been almost three months since you left us and I still cry for you. We bought a little stuffed teddy bear for you for Christmas, just like the one we used to give you every Christmas for 14 years. We miss you so much. Kathy, Jenny, Mom, and I think about you every day. Please be happy, and don't worry about us - Be there to greet us when it's our time.

Love, Dad

MY SWEET KIKI, (5/4/93-3/6/01)
I miss you so much but find comfort in knowing you won't suffer any more. I'll love you forever and hold you dear to my heart. How I miss your precious little face and how you "smiled" all over everytime I came home from work. You were my dearest friend and companion through some of the most difficult times of my life. I thank God for sending you to me. The only wish I have is to see you again, and hold you.

You are truly my Little Angel. I love you sweet baby,
Mommie

My beautiful Chloe, I am trying hard to concentrate on the comfort and happiness that you brought me in our short time together. I miss you so much that words doesn't do it justice. You were the heart and soul of my home and now my reason for coming home is gone. I truly pray that you are somewhere playing in the sunshine, chasing butterflies and waiting for me to join you. You will always be a part of me.

Evelyn Germano

You were such a wonderful kitty and brought so much to our lives. I am sorry your time with us was so short.
We love you and miss you Chloe!

Casey Parrish

This is dedicated to a wonderful friend and constant companion. I am heartbroken and will miss you so much. You were the light in my life. I am grateful you are no longer in pain dear little girl.

Liz Rogers

You were the most wonderful friend we could have had. You gave us 13 years of love but finally lost the fight against your illness. We could not bear to let you suffer any longer.

You have left a massive hole in our lives but we are happy you are now at peace with your friends.

Stephen and Lorraine. xxx

Chloe,

We were together for over 12 years, she was everything people say bad about Dalmatians, she was dangerous around children, she was over aggressive, to hyper and very hard to train, she destroyed my house, my furniture, my cloths , mine and many of my friends shoes, Among many other things, she was not what you would call a good dog. But let me tell you threw all the people who should have been with me for all these years, This dog never left my side, she was along for the journey, And what a grand journey it was. I'm so sorry it had to end the way it did, but our journey did not include pain, Just the sadness of a good friends loss, and now I start the new journey with my son. Good by my friend. I love you forever, Bryan

My dear Chloe, I miss you so much. You were so brave in your fight with cancer.
Now you have crossed the Rainbow Bridge to a better place.
Love,
Lisa Le Brecht

We lost you a month ago today...I have to tell you old girl that it hasn't gotten any better! We all miss you terribly! For me, it is when I return home and not having you to greet me with your wonderful expression; for Dick it is your "knowing" nod after a rough day at work. For Lauren and Taylor, it is simply knowing you were here. What a wonderful gift you were. And Chloe, Oreo and Nala are lost without you. Such love and happiness you brought to our family every day of your fifteen years. I know you are in a better place - but it doesn't make you loss easier. May you have every joy that you deserve. We miss you Chloe; every minute of every day. Know you will never leave our thoughts and hearts. We love you.

Lynn

I lost the dearest friend a person could have yesterday.
The tears still flow and will for a long time. I love you so much. There will never be another shnooky.

Sandy Polhill

My beautiful Chloe, thank you for coming into my life. I will always love you.

Maria Vina

My sweet little girl. From the day I saw you and took you in my arms, I knew you and I were destined to be together. I hope I brought you as much joy as you gave to me. The last 27 months were sometimes tough, but I wouldn't have had it any other way. When I think of you I cry tears of JOY and SADNESS, because you gave such joy, but are no longer here. I hope you were happy. I will always remember the time we have shared and THANK YOU for loving me, even though I was not perfect.

I hope you and Delaunay are playing together. I no longer hear her footsteps, so I am sure she was just waiting for you to join her. Please give her a kiss for me and you know how much I love you! I think of you all the time.

You will forever be in my heart, though it has broken once again. Be good my little girl , I shall miss you.

Love you forever, Mommy (Lynn)

Dearest Chloe, You are now and always were your Daddy's Angel who returned to God much too soon. We miss you every day and even more at night. Sometimes we still see you out of the corner of our eyes so we know you are still here with us, looking out for us as you always did...only now, you are our guardian angel. We keep your pictures on the wall on Daddys side of the bed and in the living room so we can always see your smile. Daddy had your tags made into a necklace that he wears next to his heart. Chloe, you mean more to him than anything or anyone he has ever known and I love you for bringing him that kind of love. Please run free and play wildly until we are able to join you and once more kiss your beautiful face. You will always be Mommys girl and forever Daddys Angel, we love you and miss you so much.

Wait for mommy Baby and we will together again.
I miss you so much,,,,you are always in my thoughts.

Linda

My little light from God. you gave me 17 years of unconditional love. I will miss you so, until we meet at the Rainbow Bridge. MOMMY LOVES YOU!

Doreen Alexis Foulds-Schink

Chocolate was diagnosed with osteosarcoma on January 12, 2001. My brave warrior was put down April 23, 2001. Chocolate and I were soul mates. You've probably heard the philosophy: The sum of the parts is greater than the whole. That was us. I will always miss her, but her spirit will live on forever. Chocolate, you are my forever friend, always and for eternity.

Cindy Gioffredi

My sweetheart. I miss you so very much, my poochie-face. Thank you for being my dearest companion.

Kira and Kim Lerner

To my dear Cholee,

You were and are the love of my life. You meant the world to me. I will always remember you and there will not be a day that you are not in my thoughts.

I know you are finally at peace and not in pain anymore.

Love your family, Angela, Brad and Copper

Happy Birthday (May 8) my dear angel. You live on in my heart and I'll always love you. You gave me so much love and hope. After you went to the Bridge, I could only hold on to the memories when I needed you. I could only cry when I think of you. How I long to hear your voice again, calling me "momma" and your soft and warm eyes looking at me. The moments that we shared will live on and I will love the little kitties like I loved you. You gave me strength to care for other furbabies. I've found 3 abandoned kitties and they all turned out to be like you. Always playful, so lovable and bold. I named one of them after you. I knew it was you who sent the little angels to me, to make sure there is joy again in my life. Thank you my furry angel. I promise you that I will provide them with all the love and attention that I gave you and I shall take care of them no matter what happens. I will not let them go through the pain and suffering again. Sorry I didn't do much for you, but I'll have that chance again when we meet at the Rainbow Bridge. Happy Birthday, Mel. Love you forever --- Mommy, Papa, Hitam, Baby, MewMew, DotDot, Junior, Max, Comel, and Mollie.

It's hard to face the day without you, Chomps. You were my shadow and my best furbaby friend. When you left, you took a big chunk of my heart with you. Hang onto it and feel the love it brings you. I miss you so much, but understand that you had to go. Have a good "afterlife" and know that we'll be together again one day.

Marla Brooks

So long old friend. You have been a constant source of joy and love. We will always remember your "plop" and the way you never "meowed," but "complained" instead. We love you dear friend, and will miss you terribly. Have fun there over the rainbow bridge, as I know by now you have found Sara, Sugar and Dempsey. Look up Sylvester for me too, you didn't know him Choo, but you have lots in common. Kisses and Hugs Chooch...I'll be seeing you in my dreams.
Love forever
Momcat

Choo Choo was another pet I lost. His memory will always be with me, I will never forget you! I luv you

Melissa A

You are so special to me, I raised you from the day you were born, no one expected you to live. I knew you would make it and you did! You were with me for almost 9 years, still not long enough! You were so special to me, you were my baby and my favorite! I still see you every day running to me as you always did, spinning your little circles, bouncing off my legs to sit with me on the couch! I have put all your special little blankies and other stuff away, but I will always keep you in my heart and will always love you so! You had to go through so much towards the end, I hope you know I was praying to bring you back home from the vet, I did not want to leave you , but new it would be better for you. You still didn't make it, but I was back there with you and I know you knew that, by your little eyes and tail. I know your in heaven now and all the pain is gone and your healthy and happy, that's most important. I will see you again someday in heaven, and we will be together again! Until then, tell Grandpa and everyone ,hello for me and have a wonderful life! I love you very much and miss you!!!

LoveYou Always, Mom

"Chopper" The Best There is,
We miss you terribly! See you at the Bridge. HUGS & KISSES!!! Your Family!

How do you describe the perfect companion? Chopper was by far that for me. From the day we brought home this bouncing little 11-week-old puppy I knew we had something very special. He was my little gift from God. His personality was like no other dog I have ever met. He gave love unconditional and touched everyone’s heart that ever had the pleasure of meeting him. He was afraid of everything until he knew it would not harm him. Unfortunately I could not protect him from the truck that took his life that day. When I'd come home from work, he'd be waiting. Sitting on top of the couch, his head would spring up and he would watch and wait until I would walk up to the door. He would jump up and down and whine because he was so happy to see me. I would jump up and down with him because I was happy to see him too. Wherever I went, he was right by my side. If I woke up in the middle of the night to use the restroom, he would come with me and wait at the door until I was done and then he would go back to bed and snuggle up as close as possible. Whenever I went somewhere, he was there. If I was on the computer he was on my lap or at my feet. He loved to ride in the car. I wish I had taken him that day. He also loved to go for walks. I would spell out w-a-l-k with the l-e-a-s-h and he would go find it and come carrying it in his mouth. He would always tug on his leash until we reached the end of the block and then he was ready for his walk. I was his grandma and Rich was his grandpa and he loved us both with all his heart. My son Josh was his dad and he was his little "Shorty". Josh's heart hurts. I will never forget my little teeny tiny dopre' as we called him. It will never be the same around the house without our little baby. My older dog Pudge will never forget him either. Thanks Chopper for making Pudge's life and our life wonderful in the short time you were with us. Pudge misses you so much. Someday we will all be reunited and I look forward to holding you in my arms once again. Goodbye my little dopre'.

Love Grandma and Grandpa

Chopper,
Here's a tribute and a poem (thanks for the one and only Beth):
Had that dog since it was a pup, named it Chopper, lil bigger than a coffee cup. You grew into a swimming, frisbee-catchin', T-bone eating hound dog. A loving friend who protected me and your family over and over again, even when I was in a bad mood you'd make it right again. Brown and black brindle...scary looking but simple! You've been gone awhile now but I still cant forget the first time I taught ya to sit...no matter how many dogs I get!
Born August 1985-gone February 19, 2000
You were one in a million and when our time comes, we'll have frisbee in hand when we meet ya on the bridge! You're sorely missed, ole girl!
Vicki and Larry

You brightened our lives for so many years. We dearly love and miss you.

Donna & Mike

Chrissy, you are so very sadly missed. Today would have been your 11th birthday, and your presence is very strong. You brought such happiness and love to our family. No one or nothing will EVER take your place in our hearts. You will always be our baby; we love you very much. You were such a big part of our lives that it is hard to go on each day without you. It's hard to believe that the baby of 8 weeks old that put her head on Mom's foot, and looked up to say, "I want to be yours", is gone now. But you are free of pain now, and we were blessed to have been your parents for nearly 11 years. Someday we will all be together again, never to be parted. We love you, and so do your kitty brothers Chester and Sydney and kitty sister, Ally. Love, Mom and Dad

Chrissy was much loved & is dearly missed.
Sent to the Rainbow Bridge due to inoperable Cancer.

Rosina Lee

"My Best Friend" ... oh how I miss you. My life will forever have an empty spot. I will miss our "talks". I will forever miss you next to me, wherever I was, in the kitchen, bathroom, and on my left shoulder every night of your life. Be there friend, when I come over "Rainbow Bridge". I LOVE YOU!

BJ 'Bobby-Jo' Ferrell

Christmas was my second rescue dog I recieved..She was in very bad shape..Her former owner cared nothing for her..She deserved so much better!! She was a beautiful little girl with many health problems..She is now free and beautiful again..She went to the Bridge on August 9,2001..She will be missed!! I know that she will be waiting for me to hold her again and to say that I am so sorry for what had to happen...I miss you Christmas!! I will see you again soon little Angel!!! Traci

Traci-Sheltie Rescue Of La

To Our Beloved Christy, My husband asked why would we get a dog and go though all the pain we are feeling now? I thought for awhile and told him that the worst part of loving anyone or any animal is losing them in time the pain lessing The you remember the great times you had. Christy loved me when I was skinny and even when I became fat. Pets will be with you and love you no matter what. The years she gave to my little girl that had her since kindergarten and who's now in 11 th grade and the lessons that taught to her our price less and now she has taught the final lesson one I wished no one had to face the pain of losing someone. So Christy Thank You. Everyone that's lost dog remember all good dogs go to heaven.

Christy.... was a wonderful dog and my best friend. I loved her more than anything. and ,because of her loving and gentle nature, she was loved by everyone. Christy was a huge fan of people..and was so loved. She loved to eat food...and we would often become couch potatoes watching football together. Christy was a big fan of food...and football.

She loved to take walks by the duck pond.
And she loved to fall asleep to my piano playing.

She howled when I played the trumpet....so I did that very little. I think she was trying to join in on what she thought was some primal howling lead by me and my horn.
Dog logic?

She was a wonderful passenger in a car..and it didn't matter if we were in a new Lexus or an old junker.

Christy developed vestibular problems in the summer of 2000. She fought hard and eventually made an 85% recovery...

But then she relapsed..and she got past that too....however the vet said she had developed lymphoma as well...and now it was only a matter of time.
Given her age and certain other factors..I chose NOT to put her through extensive chemo-therapy. The vet agreed. Instead I had her on Prednisone which helped her to be a little more comfortable.

On Friday, January 26th, she could not even stand up anymore ..and I knew it was time for her to be put to sleep.
I took her to the vet..and my friend Sonny went with me to help...and it made the process easier ..but it was still very very emotional.

I held her head and kissed her over and over telling her I love her...just before and when they injected her.

Then only seconds later...as I stood over her little lifeless body sobbing heavily...I petted her and kissed her head and nose...and said my goodbyes.

I plan to bury her asap.

She was 13 years old.

I will ALWAYS have her in my heart.

Mark Goldstein.

Bye my baby...

Colleen Knight

Chubby was there for us no matter what. and today she died in my arms. I wish there could of been somethin I could do but there wasn't. We will miss yo Chubby Queen rest in peace my baby

Kathy and Liz

Dearest Chubs you are so missed. We want to thank you so very much for all the love and happiness you brought to us in your short life. We love you see you later Chubs Love Mom and Dad

The path I walk seems strange today
for now it seems to go a way
Where I have never tread alone
now no more collar, leash or bone
Gone to somewhere short goodbye
tears fall freely as I cry
For me a loss with grief and pain
to never cuddle him again

Michael J. Gervasi

You are the sun, the moon, the rain
You are the Earth, the planets, the stars
You are the grass, the trees, the flowers
You are the oceans, the mountains, the wind
You are all that is beautiful in the world
You are my soulmate
You are and will always be my Little Man
You have gone from whence you came, but our love for each other
will never die
Sleep well, my little Chuckie

Love, Lori

Chuckie's passing has been the hardest thing I have ever faced. He was a ferret to most, but never to me. He was my precious baby - who slept with me at night, went along with me for drives, cuddled in my lap and even learned how to hold my hand. I will miss him terribly for the rest of my life and dream of the day we will be reunited at the Rainbow Bridge.

I love you Chuckie!

Nicole Chipman

You have been gone one month today and my heart still aches for the sight of you, the feel of you and the smell of you, my Chula. I'm still so very sad and I miss you so much. I know you are happy and feel so much better now that you can run and play and have no pain, but the selfish part of me wants you back every day.

I look forward to seeing you at rainbow bridge someday, my beautiful Soulmate. I can't imagine this loneliness for you ever feeling any better, but I pray every day that you are safe, happy and waiting for me. I love you to the moon and back, Chula.

Mommy (and Jax)

My Chula, I still miss you every day of my life and I can't seem to move on. My heart breaks every time I think about you because I want to hold you so badly. I want to feel your fur against my face and I want to smell you next to me. Some days are just so unbearable, but I know I must go on. I know you are safe, warm and happy now, Chula, and I miss you so much. I know I will see you again someday, but at times that is not enough. Please know I love you so very much and miss you with all my heart and soul.
Love, Mommy (and Jax)

Dearest Chumley,

You will forever warm our hearts and, in your gentle way, put a smile on our faces. You waited for the perfect time to leave us. Bless you. We love you very, very much.

Joe Peta & Sude Dellinger

Chunks was my favorite present that I have ever received! I will never be able to replace the memories that we shared together. I hope there was no pain and he will never be forgotten. His window is still there and will remind me everyday about my little friend! R.I.P. my little toooots

Kathleen Sheehan

My Chunky baby was born with Feline Leukemia. We had 3 very precious years together which I will hold in my heart forever. You brought so much joy and laughter to ours lives with your funny little ways! I miss you so much Chunky butt and you will be with me forever angel...Love, Mommy

Churchill, I miss you my sweet boy. You went through so much in your life; diabetes, hyperthyroidism, having 6 teeth extracted, and CRF. You were such a strong and tough guy, yet so sweet, gentle and loving. You left us on that early October morning to find peace and to spare us from the pain of seeing you pass on. Please know that we miss you and talk of you often, like boy if Churchill was here he would be yowling for some of this shrimp. Having you in my life made me a better person- thank you for that. Lauren and Amanda keep asking me if we'll see you again and I say yes, in heaven. So until we all meet again. Be a good boy. We love you Churchie! Gayle, Matt, Amanda and Lauren

To Chyna, the most precious 6 week old kitten, we love you very much, and will miss you beyond belief. May you always shine down your beautiful eyes upon us forever.

Brad Morlan

No Answer

I called, but there was no answer.
Once, you would never fail to greet us when your name was called.
But now you are gone.
From the day you showed up at our door step,
You were a constant source of laughter, pleasure and comfort.
Yes, you could be stubborn, ornery, and defiant at times,
but that was part of what made you special.
You used to tease your sisters, Sadie and Molly,
but we could tell that you missed them when they had passed-on.
You could not intimidate your brother Bud,
and I remember how you would let him lick you on the head as a greeting.
You are with your brother and sisters now,
and we will miss you.
Oh Cici, why did you have to die?
There is no answer.

Steve Lacombe

Cinder had a heart of gold and was with us through many times when we needed her soft fur and gentle nuzzling to make us feel better. Loyal, kind and generous she was a gift from God. Our loss is great and our family has lost someone we loved with all our hearts. She will live in our hearts forever and be our guardian angel now. We love you Cinny and the loss we feel in time will turn into thankfulness that we were so blessed to have you in our lives for 14 years. Love mommy and Daddy

Cinder was my female cat. She died on 4-17-01 at 15 years of age. I had the honor of being her person for 14 years. She passed on in my arms in her own home with the help of a wonderful and sensitive veterinarian. I miss her terribly. She leaves behind one "brother cat", Rusty, two "stepbrother cats, Charlie and Sammy", and three people, Mommy, Tony, and Kyle. My Pretty-Girl Cinder, I will never forget you.

Cinder was a throw-away kitten. She loved playing in the yard and climbing trees. She passed away with heart failure.

Connie Carlson

She was our little sweetheart, our little girl and we will miss her so much. I just want her to know that we had to help her to heaven, to stop the pain and suffering, I hope she understands and forgives us because we loved her so much and she took a piece of our hearts with her.

Darcia Campbell

We love you Cinder and miss you so terribly. You were a living Angel on earth!

Mommy and Daddy

I would like to say this was the hardest day of my life. I put my friend to rest today. She was diagnosed with a pituitary brain tumor 6 months ago. I just want to say she gave me 12 of the most wonderful years of my life. With 6 trophies and 5 plaques and 1 blue ribbon she will always be my frisbee champ. I miss you Cinders and I hope things are well......

Ken Difranco

Dear old friend "Windy" Cindy. You gave us many very special and happy hours. It was time to go Old Girl. Now with Tiddles and Tara and probably still the boss.

Nola & Stephen Bird

My beloved kitty passed away a month ago after long suffering from cancer we miss her very much she lived with my family since 1987 and our home is not the same without her

Miriam Monti

She was the love of my life

Stella

Cinemax you are my heart. The hurt doesn't get any better after all these months. You are still my special boy that beats in every beat of my heart. You choose me and I was blessed.

Helen Gregory

Cinnamon was rescued from the pound many years ago. He was a delight for our family for years. I look forward to seeing him again

Denise Haws

Cinnamon was the most loving member of our family. We all feel her loss and are grieving. But her memory will be with us forever.

Dolliann Flar

I have never loved a cat so intensely, and probably never will again. His leaving has left such a huge void in our lives. After nursing him through CRF for seven years, I feel so empty now that he's gone, and it's only the first night.

Sleep well, my darling. Mommy and Daddy love you.

My family and I have recently lost our dog Cinnamon to cancer. She had three surgeries and went through chemo therapy all within one year. But on April 10th,2001 we finally had to have her put to sleep because she was no longer capable of living each day normally. She was having trouble walking, going to the bathroom, and wasn't eating very much. It was very hard for us to do. She was loved so much in her 8 years of life with us and will always be missed greatly. We found her at the SPCA in September of 1992 and have loved every moment that we were able to have with her. Thank you.

Lindsay

In Memory of a wonderful and beautiful cat that gave us many years of love and mothered and ushered in other strays taking them under her paw as the resident mother in the house. She was patient and kind to the new additions and she will be deeply missed. We will place a can of tuna out each month for her in her memory as that was her favorite treat.

Debbie & Barr

CIRCE

I'll give you my paw
And roll on my back
To show you my belly
For that tasty snack

I'll run outside
With my tongue hanging out
To show you I'm happy
While you play and shout

I'll give you a kiss
All slobbery and wet
To show you I love you
If you ever forget

I'll be by your side
And be your best friend
To show you you're loved
Right up to the end

I'm sorry I left
Without a goodbye
But I did it to show you
In your heart I'm alive

Written by Alline Bennett

Circe,

Not a day goes by that I dont think about you. I know you are there with my dad, mom and grandparents waiting for me. I look forward to the day that I can put my arms around you again and get that slobbery kiss that you always used to give me. I do miss you so. There will never be another like you. -
Love, Mom

For my beloved little boy, I will always remember the good times. I miss you terribly and long to see you again. Your big blue eyes are forever etched in my mind. We had such little time together I hope you are in a happy place now. You've left a hole in my heart for you were my best friend and roommate, who was always there for me. I will always love you, Big C! Your mom, Heidi

She came to me when I was alone and touched my heart in a very special way. She gave me 12 years of warmth and love. I'll light a candle for you, Cissy. You will live forever in my heart.

Richard Trammell

Hi Sea-J, Rinkles here, mommy told me that you are with God and Grandma waiting for us. Do not despair, your not alone. We all love you here and someday you and I can run together again and play like we once did. We are all going to miss you terribly. It was very hard for your Mommy and Grandpa to put you in Gods hands, but we all know now you are free of pain and that is the most important thing to us. You will always be alive in our hearts and our thoughts. You are greatly missed. Sleep our little one and gain your strength , so when we meet again we can run and play. God Bless you until we meet again, Love Aunt Georgine, Uncle Ernie, Rinkles and Ashley

Too my "Clancey Lancelot Alot" mommy will meet you on the rainbow bridge.... I love you soooooooo much and miss you soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much ..... Love mommy

Clancy you lived but a short time here on earth but you were a joy in our life. We will miss you and all the things you did to make us laugh.

Jimmy & Mae Pugh

My sweet Clare,
I feel in love with you the moment you found me and I never stopped loving you. You are my sunshine.
Love,
Mom (Mary)

To our special baby girl, gone but never to be forgotten.
We love and miss you so much.

Bill & Bev Myers

To our most noble Claude, you have given us your trust, you have taught us much. You will never be forgotten or replaced. Our unique boy - we love you forever.

Ken & Barbara Glaze

To my loving, sweet, best friend Claude. I'll miss you more than I can tell you, and I'll always love you.

Jean Donnelly

Claude, Bear, and Max
They were the love of my life.
Max stuck with me thru thick and thin. He died peacefully in his sleep, in 1994.
Claude was my baby after that. He had a rough last year, getting cancer in his rear leg, then the amputation. All was great till 2 weeks ago, when a new cancer showed up and he lost all mobility.
Bear was a great lady. She became blind, but had Max and Claude to help her out. She watched over Dillon and took a backseat to Claude, when he became ill. She also got cancer and it was inoperable. The radiation treatment went well, but the arthritis took over in the other leg.
We put them both to sleep on the same day, Sept.4, 2001, so they could go together, and watch out for each other.
Claude, I'm so sorry that it wasn't peaceful for you. You were so scared. The vet said you didn't want to go because of the great bond we had. I didn't know that loving you so much would make it so hard on you. I'll never forget your cries and struggles to stay with me.
Bear, you were a lady to the end. You laid down and quickly went to find Claude, cuz you knew he was waiting.
That was the hardest day of my life, and I miss you guys so much. Knowing that you're not in pain anymore helps some, but I wake every night, to check on you both, but you're not there anymore. My heart is broken and there's a big hole in it that won't be fixed till we're together again.
Run and play and have a grand old time, now that the three of you are together again. I'll be there one of these days, and my heart will be whole again.
Till we meet again, remember I love you.
Mom

Beth

I miss you, my little Pretty. I can still feel the softness of your sweet-smelling kitty fur and your oh-so-slight weight as you perch on my knee. Do you still come to visit me? Are you sitting on the toilet seat as I brush my teeth? I like to think so. Be nice to Lafart when you see him. I know he meant well and was only playing, but I know you'll give him a little of his own back given the opportunity! :-) And don't let that Taffy-lady give you any guff, either. She wasn't always the easiest to get along with.

Just know that Mommy and Daddy love you soooooooooo much, and when we see you at the Rainbow Bridge, it will be just as wonderful as can be.

See you in a while, Little Claw...

Clay was the best. My best friend. I had my whole life planned out with him. I remember the days when I would take him out to the dog jumps. The look on his face. He never did anything bad to anyone. I can't wait until the day I get to see him again. I miss him so much. I love you Clay Clay.

Sarah Cobb

CLEAVER 1984-2001

Cleaver was a real character of a cat - he also had many human qualities
He could be loving, sweet, endearing, captivating, and entertaining
He would nag me for food, follow me around the house, and seek me out when I was trying to study
He would get in the laundry basket when it had fresh warm clothes and get his fur all over them
He loved to sit on plastic bags; he loved cardboard boxes
He liked to sleep either underneath or in the green chair in the living room
He was very persistent, and many times I gave in just to stop his meowing that I think he knew got to me
He would look underneath the bedroom door to see if we were awake or moving about so he could start his morning ritual of meowing for breakfast
He always won his battles with his brother until his last year when he grew weaker
He would sit on the sofa and when I walked by he would watch me as if to say, "hey, don't just walk by without coming over and petting me"
In the mornings after he ate, did his thing in the litter box, drank his gallon of water, sought out what food his brother left behind, he would come find me for his final ritual of receiving loving attention
Just days before his life ended he was still playing with trash bag twisties and even jumped on the dining room table right in front of me knowing full well he wasn't allowed, but forgetting in the moment of thinking there was food on it

I miss Cleaver. He loved to sit next to me, look up and with his eyes, ask for attention; he always had to be in the same room as me

Did he know what love and pleasure he was giving ME when I petted him?
Did he know how much he was wrapped around my heart?
Did he know that I worried about him when I was away even when I had someone taking care of him?
Did he know that I did not want to put him to sleep, but I had to so he would be free from the pain he endured his last hours?

I think he knew he was loved
I think he knew he had it good with me
I think he wanted to be with me forever. I know I wanted that.

Cleaver will always be with me in my heart.
I think about him every day. He had wonderful spirit and soul.
No other cat can take his place.
I have fond memories of him and will cherish them forever.

Cleaver gave me so much more than I ever expected a cat could give.
Cleaver, you are sorely missed.

Love, Jennifer

Clem, We are so sorry it took us this long to find something so special like the Rainbow Bridge to honor you, but we know you understand. We also know you are not lonely anymore you now have Rock with you. We love you and you are always in our thoughts. Thank you so much for the love you brought us. You take care. We love you. You have a blast with Rock. Love you Clemmie.

Doug and Jessie Magee

She loved everybody even if they didn't love her.

JL Johnson

Cleo, You were a very special dog. You are with your sister now and you have no more pain. Go run and be free. You were a very strong dog with a heart of gold and you brought such joy to my life. I will see you again someday. You are deeply missed. Love, Mommy (Karen)
Cleo - I already miss your barking. I loved you very much and will never forget you. Love, Jeff

Cleo was our brother/son for almost 12 years. Helped my kids grow up by watching over them, and visiting each room every night, to finally lay on my bed to get some rest. That bed is going to seem awfully empty now without your loving head at my feet, hearing your purrs to help put me to sleep. I just hope your in heaven with my family so they can hold you the way I used to.. I love you always Cleo!

Julie Lindquist

Good Bye Cleobaby, rest in peace, you are now free

Amy

A year has passed and my heart is still looking for you. I see you running in fields of green and fishing with Dad. I see your body returned to you. I know that you stayed to long for me because I could not let go. You were such a gift from God. In my heart I feel that you must go on, perfection cannot die. Even in the end you trusted me to do what was right. Thank you for drifting into my life it was a happy twenty years. I miss your face, it was the first I saw in the morning and the last before I went to bed. Your doggie smiles, I have your paw print in my heart.

My love eternally,
Diane

Cleo was my special angel. She protected me. Loved me. Comforted me. Cheered me. Listened to me. She was my best friend through the roughest and best times of my life. I will miss you Cleo. I know you are in a place where you have no more pain - and that you are waiting for me. I love you Cleo. Thank you for choosing me to walk through this life with.

Penny Smalling

Cleo you were the best. I have never known such unconditional love and such a sweet natured, affectionate cat.
Only a night ago I saw you, caught in my car lights, like starlight dancing the dark, crossing the road...I never dreamed....
I knew you were a special cat...Your love ran deep, but I never realized how deep. You were really and truly a divine creature...a gift of God, from God.
I will miss you always and look forward to when we will meet again. You are the best Cleo and taught me a great lesson....but you gave so much to do it.

I am so sorry I was not there for you Cleo. You didn't deserve this. I wish I stayed home and didn't work tonight...I know you missed your kittens and you've been searching for them the last months ...and couldn't understand why I took them away from you...you were heartbroken after they were gone...I knew you were a special cat, and that your love ran deep, I could see that by how much you loved your kits....but I never realized how deep. You were truly a divine creature.

You were the best girl in the world

Mary Dewitt

Cleo, was in our life's from age 4 weeks. She moved all over the country with us. All she ever did was love us. I will miss her more than I can put into words, as here I sit barely able to se the letters I need to touch to share my heart. Goodby my little black bear.....

Leslie

Our best friend who always was there for us all and who saw me through a horrid pneumonia. I will miss her so much and we look forward to crossing the bridge and meeting up with this exceptional dog again.

Barbara Cowan

Cleo is a ferret
with a taste for ankles
and arms.
She collects eyeglass cases and plastic cups
and puts them in their places
and chews on them...the louder the better.
Cleo is now in heaven
and she nibbles angel toes
and she flies now with her treasures
and brings joy and laughter there.
We love her, and give her up to God Who loves her more.

Loved by Robert and Candice Bush

Cleo was my best from the time I was 14 until I was 30. In my heart, she will always be my best friend.

John Terrell

Cleo was our special little girl who will remain in our hearts forever. We know she is waiting for us at the Rainbow Bridge.

Wendy King & Julie Derrington

Cleo,
I miss you so much! It's been almost two years now and I still cry whenever I think of you! You were my best friend and my angel! I thank the lord every night that he sent you down to me. I know your having a great time up in heaven. From the first moment I saw and you came over and laid in my lap and went to sleep I fell in love with you. There was so much that we shared together and thanks for giving me unconditional love and acceptance. I can't wait to see. I love you! Angel

To my precious cat, Cleo Lucy Parks, 7 yrs old. Died 6/12/01 Words cannot say how much I miss you and how lonely I am without you. I see you little piles of hair and I wait for you to run to me. I love you more than anything and cry daily for you. You were truly my best friend. I love you my little Clee bug, my fuzlin.

For the sweet little sparrow who entered our life ever so briefly, but touched our hearts beyond time..It hurts to say, "Till we see each other again", but I know now that you are flying free like I had hoped.
We will never forget you, Little Clicker..Fly free and let all the Bridge Kids show you their wonders. Daisy will take you under her wing, I'm sure. You will always be embraced by ours...

With all our love,
The DiIulio Family

He calls my name.... Coming, baby, coming...

Vaira Fox

My friend, I will never forget you, even after all these years. I love you so much. Wait for me. We'll be together again someday.

Diana

Clipper was a gentle soul who left golden footprints all over the hearts of everyone who was fortunate enough to know him. His memory will now be part of the Candle Ceremony each Monday.

Cynthia A. Taylor

Cloud was my best friend and "horse" soul mate. We were together for many years and he will be sadly missed.

Barbara Hershey

She was a wonderful gentle dog that gave us nothing but happiness. It's been three years and I still miss her terribly.

Wendy Goddard

Clover, my baby girl....I will never forget the memories that you have embedded into my heart.
I think about you everyday while away at college and I regret not being there for your passing.
I cant describe in words what I am going through right now.
I just want to let you know that I will never stop loving and thinking about you. We all will miss you and pray for you everyday! You are in good hands now. I love you soooooo much and miss you.

Lauren LeHew

Our cat was unique and very special to our family, he filled our home with love and curiosity. We will miss his love and affection dearly.

Claudia Failla

He was the greatest to me because he was there from the time I could remember.

John Cash

We will always love you and keep you in our hearts. You are our sweet sweet baby and such a good boy. I miss you so much and will be with you again someday. We love you.

Wynette Longhofer

Upon first seeing Clyde, most people would exclaim, "I've never seen a cat that big" Clyde was unusually tall and large for a domestic short-hair tom, but he was graceful. When standing upright on his hind legs, he could open doors by twisting the knob with his front paws. Clyde was rescued with his sister from underneath a woodpile in a residential neighborhood when he was a kitten. Even then his paws were very large.

John

Noble gentle friend. You left such a very big empty. Who will I tease and joke with now? Who will share all my secret sorrows, dreams, and fears? How will I ever learn to live without your big strong neck, to rest my head on. When the world's load becomes to heavy?
YOU WERE SO DEEPLY LOVED
YOU ARE SO GREATLY MISSED

Your other buddy

You left us yesterday, Clydeso. Not such a good Valentine's day for any of us. I'm so sorry you got sick. Cancer. I hate that word more than ever.

You weren't MY dog, exactly, but you might as well have been. You were the first dog in my life since McKeever died. You were such a good boy. You brought so much joy to our lives. I remember when you were a puppy, you'd get so excited to see us that you'd leap from the stairs, forgetting that you still had 4 more to go. You were always in a hurry. You'd be so intent on getting to a certain room right NOW that you'd bump into walls on the way. Nothing phased you. You just got up, shook yourself off, and went on your merry way. You were the jolliest little guy.

We miss you terribly. I hope, in your own way, you can somehow let Mom know that this isn't her fault. She thinks she let you down. There's not a whole lot we can do to console her right now. She really misses you, Buddy. So do Bonnie, Murphy and Pooja. Home just won't be the same without you.

If you come across Casey, Peanut and McKeever some day, say hi for us. We miss them a lot, too. Take care, little guy. You will always be just as I remember you...healthy, jolly, and cuddly...

I love you, Clydeso.

Love, Kerri

He will always be in our hearts and souls...we love you so much

Beatriz and Jerry Sanchez

He was loved very much and we loved him very much.

Ed and Mike

Coal was special from the start. He was abandoned by his original owner, presumably because they didn't realize as a puppy that he would grow so big and be so energetic. With one look at him, my boyfriend and I decided he needed us and we took him home immediately. He soon grew bigger and bigger and we had to move from our townhouse apartment into a house with a big yard for him to run. Over the course of our 6 years together, he became my best friend. When something bothered me I would talk to him for hours for support. I knew he couldn't understand me but he always listened. So attentive with those huge brown eyes and wagging little nub. A month or so ago he started limping and I thought it was a dreadful hip problem. Much to my surprise, the xrays revealed osteosarcoma, untreatable because of its quick spread throughout his big lovable body. I immediately got online and read everything I could on this so I would be knowledgeable and could help him any way possible. I tried everything, even herbal supplements such as IP6 and flax seed oil. Nothing seemed to help. I felt so helpless and he looked so confused. I continued to just cherish every moment with him, holding on to every breath. When I left for work the other morning he was quiet and laid on his big pillow. When I returned from work, I was terrified by what I saw. He had actually swelled up like a balloon. His arms were like rocks and he could hardly move. I rushed him to the vet the following morning and was told that it was the cancer spreading and his bones were expanding. The vet explained how much pain he was in and I decided not to be selfish and put an end to his suffering. I was told that it would be a very pleasant experience, that he would just close his eyes and go to sleep. I prepared myself but unfortunately it did not go the way I anticipated. The vet tried over and over to give him the injection but his body was so swollen that his veins would not accept it. They were all flat and nothing was circulating. So, the "1 minute" procedure turned out to be a grueling thirty minutes of sticking and poking. All the while, he just looked at me confused and in tremendous pain. Finally, his vet had to shave his neck to give him the shot directly into his jugular. I then waited for him to peacefully close his eyes but he did not. He actually sat up and was screaming out. The shot did not stop his heart and he had to be given a second shot. I watched as he slowly gave up his fight and took his final breath, almost a sigh. He never did close his eyes, they remained open. Stubborn to the end, my best friend is now gone and I can not shake the nightmares of how it all happened. I still hear him walking through the house. I throw the ball yet it just continues to roll. This is the hardest thing I have ever had to deal with in my life. Please light a candle and say a prayer for my best friend. May he rest in peace and know that I did it all for him. He will remain in my thoughts and in my heart forever. Good bye my big Coal-man. Mommy loves you.

Coalie was the best, handsomest, coolest dog ever. I will miss your little quirks, your soft ears, big brown eyes, hard-wagging tail, deep bark, big jowls. I will especially miss the way you greeted me everyday when I came home. Until we're together again, have fun and play nice. I love you.

Adriane

Coby you were on vicious cat. Only would sit near me if I was wearing my towelling dressing gown. As much as you hated me and life I loved you still. Hope you are happy up there :)

Jo Barton

Cobain was kind, loyal, and compassionate. She changed my life from the day I received her. I know the pain she was in before she had to go was great but, the pain of being without her is greater.
Cobain will be with me as long as I live. I love and miss you Cobain.

God speed you special Angel. You touched us in a way we will never forget. Always in our Heart. See you at the Bridge.

Gwinnett Humane Society/Chris/Kim/Robin/Janet/Dessie/Donna/Gloria

Coby, I only lost you yesterday. I can't believe you're gone. You're my best friend and the most beautiful and special dog ever. Wait for me with mum my Brindle Angel.
Can't wait until I see you again.

Sarah

Gracias por habernos acompañado en tantos momentos lindos, por regalarnos a Felipe y por llenar la vida de esta familia de mucha felicidad y risa. Gracias por tu travesuras.

Isabel - Manuel Soaz

Coco

Although right now I'm very sad
I'll never forget the times we had
You brought me joy for many years
And now I remember you through my tears

The squirrel you used to chase away
Now comes into the yard to play
When I come home from the store
You do not greet me at the door

I long to hear your little bark
Or play with you in the park
I'll never feel you lick my face
Now you're in a special place

Through thick and thin
You would always be
My friend and companion
Who comforted me

God, why did you take her away?
If I could have just one more day
I'd hold her close and hug her tight
And let her sleep in my bed tonight

I know that this can never be
Now you're just a memory
I'll cherish deep within my heart
How ever long we are apart

For I know someday I'll see you again
Only God knows exactly when
And this will help me make it through
The loneliest days without you.
Love, Mommy

Our beloved little CoCo is waiting for her Mom & Dad at the Rainbow Bridge. She was a loving, faithful and bright little girl and is still sorely missed.

To my angel with fur- you were the best kisser in the world- and had the cutest little hiney- I called you angel cake -buttercup- coco bean-sprout-and my love for you will never die-and your spirit will always be with me- you were my true friend- Love & Light till we meet again

Linda Asparro

More than a pet - she was a friend . . .
And now she walks with angels ~ where she belongs.

Sandi

We miss you Coco, please find your way back to us!

Bill

CoCo was my best friend and I miss her terribly. When I had to put her to sleep a year ago, I held her and she didn't want to leave me. The vet had to give her another shot before she finally let go. She was always there for me no matter what. One year I was sick, and somehow she knew and would not leave my side. She would always look out the window watching for me to come home from work. Then when she went blind, she just sensed when I'd be home and be by the door. I never lost an animal before Coco. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about her. I hope she's happier in the place she is in now. I'll always love you Coco and I'll never forget you.

Cindy Hinkel

Dear Sweet Coco,

I know you have found Teddie Bear. I hope you are having a wonderful time together. Thank you for being my sweet girl and for staying with me so long after Teddie died. You are my sweet girl. I know you are out of pain now and playing with your dear sister Teddie. I will remember you always and miss you. I love you.

Love, Mommy

Coco-

We only had you a few years and you left so suddenly and unexpectedly we feel we did not get the chance to tell you how very much we love you and appreciate your love and faithfulness in return. We hope you knew the depth of our love for you and how much you were a true part of our family. Amara says she loves you, Amber wants to play string with you, Skippy misses his best friend and adopted brother, and Poppy and I wish we could bring you back to your warm home. We pray that your sweet soul is being cared for well in Heaven. We know how lonely you could get. Please know that we will love and remember you forever.

Your family-

Poppy, Mama, Amber, Amara, and Skippy

To Coco, our very special friend and guardian;
we love you very much, and will miss you always.
We miss your sighs and moans when you were seeking attention, and your constant begging for cookies. The neighbours will all miss the sunshine you brought to them with your visits. We will always think of you when we look at the patch of cool, green grass under the hazlenut bush where you liked to lay in the summer. We will always think of you when we have a box of valentine chocolates, like the box you ate one time. We will remember how you loved to look pretty after a bath, but not to smell good, and would find something stinky to roll in. We will always remember your kind, brown eyes and your warm kisses on our hands. Deirdre will miss frog-hunting with you at the trailer park. Clarissa will miss her playmate/babysitter. We wish you could have been with us longer, to see Rachelle.
Until we meet again;
we love you Coco,
Gas, Heather, Deirdre and Clarissa
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO

my loving dog coco , ilove you girl , imiss you more than you could evr imagine , I hopo I was good to you , I will say that you bought so much love an joy into my life, julies michells , an dianes . when you got sick it took alot out of me I wish it was me that left an not you , I hope you no that you were an will allways be loved , we miss you cooc hun y so much ,I watch diane the day we had the hardest thing I ever had to see an do was putting u out of your pain, I watch the woman I love an the mother of children do the hardest thing any 1 could have to do ,I openrd the door an saw my wife holding you as you went to sleep , I felt so much pain , being diane I dont think I could have been , diane loved you so much she just didnt want u suffering anymore , you made us a very happy family an now coc our family may not be a family any more , coc if you are looking down I ask you 4 I favor , help us stay a family so you can rest with the memories of the family you blessed with you presenes , love you allways you dad john an you loveing family , diane ,julie , an michelle . we all miss you so much I no I will see you in heaven

Coco,
I have finally come to a point in my grief that I can say that you are okay. I will never forget the look on your face the moment before you ran out on the rode and got hit. I will always sit and wonder if I would only have ran after you, or if only I would not have given you the medicine that I thought would make you better. I have to believe that your soul is as free as your heart always was. You can now go and run till your heart is content and know that you will not have to worry about the leash that kept you from exploring every spot that you wanted. You will not have to worry about another vehicle to stop you from running free. You know little one you entered our lives the first day we moved into this house, you were that little fur ball that daddy carried in the palm of his hand. You were sickly back then the medicine I gave you then made you better then you thrived. You became the beautiful loving dog that I knew you could, your heart was bigger then any I have ever seen. You understood when the boys came along and wanted to play with you were only gentle never playing rough with them never showing your teeth when they accidentally pull your tail. Then there came a day when we thought we were doing the right thing by giving you medicine that we thought would make you better, only we did not know that one of the side affects was going to be confusion. Then came the fateful day, Grandma had just came and you were so excited if only I had known how you were feeling I would have made sure you did not go near the front door. But here's were our paths together on earth end but in the distant time I know I will hear your beautiful voice again and see that face that I will always cherish. Till that day comes I send you all our love.

We love you,

Mom, Dad, Brittany, Bryan, David and Rascal

Coco was, and still is, the very best friend that I have ever had. She is one of the most noble of creatures that I ever have met. I watched over her for 14 years. I raised her, fed her, washed her, prayed for her, and cried over her. Now she is gone from this world, but I know that I will see her again.

Coco, I love you so very much. I will miss you sorely. No person or animal will ever fill the void that you have left in my life. Words cannot express the sorrow I have for your suffering and I'm glad that your suffering is over. I did the only thing that I could: pray that God would take you home. I thank Him for that. I don't know when I will join you, but I will one day. Until then, farewell my little friend.

Dave Keal

To the Special Angel in the Heaven tonight: You were my girl, Just like Deirdre and Clarissa and will always be in my Heart. Your companionship is always going to be missed, your runs behind the bush buggy, the 4wheeler..the hellos and rubs you give us when We pick the Girls up. Your Fluffy body will be missed by all of us ..Enjoy your runs in the bush above my Girl you have all the space you need to have the run of your life ..Life wasn't the same without you and now it will be a bigger loss since they couldn't watch you ..

Kevin & Terie, Deirdre, Clarissa & Jewel

From Mummy Jo and Auntie Jen, we'll both see you very very soon. Stay Happy and thank you for caring for us both. We'll miss your furry face and happy mews.

Cocoa was the official welcoming committee of one. He was a love, accepting all newcomers, and sharing his love with his cat buddies and his humans.

Connie Carlson

Cocoa D. Bunny was not only a strong bunny for all the ailments he survived...he was the most loving and gentle creature I've ever encountered...we communicated on a level that will never be matched by animal or human.

Sondra Rizzo

Cocoa,
We'll always love you and never forget what a special friend you were. Your gentle spirit touched the hearts of those who knew you. Remember, wait for me by the Rainbow Bridge and don't be scared. I'll be so happy to see my little girl again. I love you!

Cocoa Puff, he was just about to turn 15 yrs old. I remember the evening I picked him up at my mom's. My sister brought him there from my vet, which she worked for. Some woman came into the vet and wanted this cat put down, he was only 6 months old and nothing was wrong with him. The woman just didn't want him, my vet has the biggest heart and guess who got him, me. So when they called me with the news about him, I went and got all the needs you have to have with cats. Well I went over to moms, and there he was strutting himself around. He is a beautiful Siamese and healthy and I loved him the minute I saw him. So I took him and put him in my truck and headed home with him. Well I will never forget this, he was scared in the truck and he potty # 1 and 2 in my purse, so just imagine with windows rolled up so he doesn't jump out, how that smelled. He has been the most wonderful baby I have ever had and I miss him so much. He was almost 15 yrs old and in the last couple of weeks he started not feeling good. I checked him over and didn't see anything and he was eating good and plenty of water. The following week, something was wrong and I rushed him to my vet. He had a tumor in the back of his right eye and it was growing very fast, his right jaw was so swollen. My vet was just as upset as I was, cuz she had given him to me and we both had to say good bye. So we look at it like this, he had a death sentence when he was 6 mo., but he had years of love and care. So I held him and loved him and he was purring, with me crying and the vet crying we said good bye. He died 2/12/01 And I miss him so much, I have so many memories of him growing up and he was really funny. Will meet you again Cocoa Puff and I won't bring my purse.

Sharon (Sammie) Pelletier

To Cocoa Sue, my best friend in the whole world. I love you with all my heart and now there is a hole of emptiness without you. You gave me your love unconditionally and you were there through some very hard times laying beside me. I pray that we will be together again someday, my beautiful pet.

Patricia Tullys

Our special little girl, rescued from the Reading PA shelter in 1986, gave us so much joy & love during our years together. She had many ups & downs with her health, but boy, was she always such a trouper! What a great attitude and disposition. I loved to hold her in my arms & she loved to be held and rocked. Even when glaucoma took her sight away , again she adjusted beautifully. Coco was truly amazing & inspirational. We are so grateful that she left us peacefully, in dignity, and we were with her to the end. We'll think of her & love her forever.

Brian & Cathy Glodzik Kapner

Coconut was a real mommy's girl. Although I have 6 other cats and 3 dogs, Cokie Dokie Lokie, as I affectionately called her, was my baby. She slept in my bed each night and really didn't like the other animals in the house. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000 and fortunately I was able to have her with me for another year. Coconut, rest in peace. I'm sure PeeWee (dog who was put to sleep in February of 200l), is taking good care of you, since you were the only cat he didn't growl at.

You will remain in my heart forever.

Love you.

Gayle Tauger

Coconut Chanel Ciara, Cock-a-poo was the greatest dog of this century. Pandora, her sister who died years before Coco was born can have last century. She ran out and grabbed my foot when she was just six weeks old. Fourteen and a half years later, she died in my arms. The last eight weeks were very special because she was so sick for about two weeks. But the medicine seems to help her perk up so that we were back to our usual walks four times a day. The last two weeks were in June, so the vet suggested I carry cold water with me during our walks outside, so I did. Nothing but Ozarka Spring Water for the last 8 weeks. It has been a month since Coco died in my arms, and I still cry almost everyday. She was so cute. And smart too. I know she continues to teach me. Only this lesson is that we all shall die. She was old and it was her time to go. Thank-dogdom goodness for a long and healthy life. I would have ten more of her if I could afford them. I loved her and I think she loved me too. She was a cool dog. Coco is a credit to her breed, Cocker Spaniel & Poodle Mix. She was playful and protective, sheds only slightly, always wagging her tail when we meet. I pray I will see that wagging tail on the other side of the time divide. My love to you, Buppy, Momma loves Buppy, My sweet Bup. Puppy Puppy Puppy Puppy Love Puppy Love Puppy Love.

Dee Dee

See you at Rainbow Bridge Coco. Say Hi to Shato, Cassy, Freddy and Willy. I love you all. Messina

Messina Howes

This special wee dog touched our hearts and our lives like no other. Her acceptance of all despite her horrible start in life (Laporte St. Puppy Mill!!) is something we will truely remember. She was diagnosed with Cushings and had liver problems so we were left with a difficult decision to make.

Please never forget how important your pets are.

Celine & Family

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. Mommy loves you and will see you at the Rainbow Bridge.

Diana

Codi was a very special boy who died of a horrible disease. He is now running along the Rainbow Bridge, disease free.
He was a special birthday present that lasted 10 beautiful years.
He is sadly missed and will be loved forever.

Lori and Bert

In memory of my beloved Cody, a black lab/springer mix, who I adopted from an animal shelter in April of 1992, and who died October 7, 01. He was 10 years old. We both loved each other very much. There are no words to describe the feelings of this loss. I have lost another dog before who was 15 years old and after she died I swore there could be no more heartache. But then two years later Cody and I met. While my heart is so full of sorrow and I ache for him, I know we had a wonderful life together, and I would not change anything. To be able to love an animal so completely and have that loved returned ten fold is worth the pain.

Patricia

Cody was a very special cat with a wonderful personality. He touched the lives of everyone who knew him. He was a beautiful black cat. He was over 18 years old when he died. I got him when I was 18 and moved out on my own. He was my constant companion and I am lost without him. I keep looking for him to jump up on my pillow in the middle of the night and wake me up with his loud purr. I never knew cats could live so long and he surprised everyone be doing so. He was well loved and will be greatly missed. I know he is on Rainbow Bridge and is happy and healthy. His 4 year old sister kitty, Kasey misses him very much too. She searches for him from room to room. Where Cody was so affectionate, Kasey was a "touch-me-not" unless she wanted you to touch her. Since Cody's death, she has come out of her shell and seeks me out to hold and love on her. Cats morn the loss of their friends too. I love you Cody!! I miss you so very much!!

Vonnie Stephens

I still miss you after two years, I sometimes I believe I can hear you snuffling or chewing on your paw. Dad said you were the best dog anybody could have. He stills misses his Buddy. We were so very lucky the day I went to the pound and rescued you. You gave us so many years of joy.

Sherri

Mommys good boy, you will be missed so much

Patty Felts

135lbs of gentle giant. Golden and white in color, confident of stature. Always a good protector and companion. Gone all to quickly. We will always love you and never forget you! Good bye dear friend.

Chuc K & Deb Foley

Cody, "looking back on the memory of the dance we shared, beneath the stars above, for a moment all the world was right, how was I to know that you would ever say goodbye? " forever loved, always in my heart, see you at the bridge girl. mom

Cody, I wrote you a tribute last week, not sure if I did it right. here goes, I received your ashes today, ( 6/25/01), at least I have you back, (in a way), little bear was curious, he misses you, he mopes around, finally using your old bed, he always runs to the window looking for you, funny, so do i. hope you like all the pictures we put together of you, thanx for leading me to the ones I really wanted to find! the house, the yard, and my heart are so empty without you!!! had a dream you were running free and happy, were you trying to tell me something? mommabear, you will always live in my heart, the hardest thing was letting go, you were so strong thru everything. thank you for giving me 10 wonderful years, for being my friend, protector and for showing me how to love completely, & unconditionally. I'll close for now, run and play with mike, boo, crissy, queenie (both of them) and kelly!!! I'm sorry girl, but ill be very sad for a very long time, I miss you so. my heart is broken, loving you forever, mommy (anita) xxxxxooooo

Cody was our best friend and protector. A loving, gentle and devoted pet.
Our home will never be the same without you to greet us.
We know you have earned your wings and are an angel now, watching over us. Please forgive us for grieving so much, over our loss.
You will be forever be in our hearts and memories. So long loyal pal and companion, we'll see you on the other side.
Cody, we love you and miss you terribly!

Mom, Dad, Lynne, Andy and Brad

Love, and loyalty. Good humor.
You were my only dependable friend.
I miss you so.

Good boy Cody.
Good boy.

Jody Ward

Our baby was with us for 13 years that seemed to fly by so quickly. He was very brave, dealing with Mitral Valve Disease for over 3 years and Cushing's Disease for the last year. Although we feel guilt at letting him go, we know he's in a much better place.

Elaine & Forrest Aiken

Cody was a very special dog and did not deserve to die the way she did with cancer at only 8 years old. We loved her very much and life will not be the same without her.

Donna Schook

Our sweet baby boy, you were all love and softness. You were not well since your puppyhood but that didn't stop you from sharing your best years with us. We knew that someday we would have to say goodbye but we didn't know how hard that would be. Dear little Cody we miss you so much that our hearts are breaking and we cannot stop our tears. You were a good and loving dog. You were our little Bubbis.
Mom, Christa, Jill and Juli

Marlene Palchinsky

We miss you Cody. Go in peace little one, Dusty is there to take care of you. We love you.

Lea and Debbie

My twin sister's dog Cody died today. He was only seven years old and healthy until last week. Cody was a rescued mutt from the pound with crooked ears and an awkward smile -- and he was one of the greatest dogs I've ever known. (I've been crying all day and he wasn't even my dog.) He was playful and funny, and laid-back and kind. He was gentle to everyone, from my year-old nephew to my 84-year old grandmother. Everyone loved Cody. Including me.

As I look at my 10-year old precious cat, Boomer, I feel dread for my future pain...but when his time comes, I'll remember to tell him to say hi to Cody. I'm sure Cody will be waiting for him at the bridge.

Tera Patton

My best friend I miss you. I'll try to be a bit more like you...accepting. loving, gentle. Thank you for loving me.

Jan Colton

We love you so much Cody. You will always be with us. You were the most loving, funny, affectionate kitty and our hearts ache with your loss. Wait for us and one day we will come to you and be a family again.

We loved you Cola, and will miss you everyday, until we meet again. May you sleep in the Lords lap and may His perpetual light shine upon your face.

Love,
Mom and Dad to Cola or
Kale and Scott

http://www.geocities.com/unbeliever72/cola.html

Debbie Brockholm

Such a short time we had, we all love and miss you. Wait for us at he Rainbow Bridge, we will be looking for and won't want to cross without you. God bless you.

Martin Smith

I love you and miss you Colby.

Judy

You were my big baby labradog...I knew you'd get in trouble for eating so fast one day, and I guess I just wasn't prepared for it yet. We were together for so short a time, but I learned to love you so much in that period. You will be greatly missed by a lot of people around here. I'm just glad that you had all the support and the vets right handy here to try to save you. I miss you lots and lots!! But I'll always have the memories of all the fun stuff we did together & with Rebecca and Henry. There will definitely never be another dog that I'll love as much as I love you, you are irreplaceable.

For all you guys reading this, Cole ate his food too fast and then consumed a large amount of water. It got stuck in his intestines and caused him to bloat. The vets at EWC vet tech program did everything they could for him, but it was too late to save him. The damage had already been done and the surgery was not successful. So if you have a dog with a big, deep chest, watch out for this. If you see signs of them being bloated, be aware that it is an EMERGENCY!! We were lucky enough to have some vet tech students notice Cole first thing in the morning and ran to get the vets right away. I was there in surgery with him until it was at the point where they said there was nothing they could do. I buried him out in a field under some trees where I know he ran happily across the Rainbow Bridge and is probly watching me right now and giving me one of his famous doggy grins!

Paula Engel

To our beloved and sadly missed Colombo--"Little Man" Not an hour of a single day since you passed have you been out of our thoughts. We miss you so very, very much!! We know your body had fought a brave battle and you needed to go to a better place to rest!!!! Always remember how very much Momma and Daddy love you and miss you--its so hard to sleep in the bed without you there, after you being there every single night for twenty years!! Just know we love you more than words can ever express!!!!!! Always and forever, Momma and Daddy

Comet was a wonderful pet in my life. I'll never forget all her strength over the years in our daily lifes' ups and downs. As god has taken her life completely in such a short time, it is tough to fill the void of her presence. Time will heal all, and I have wonderful memories to fill the rest of time. Rest in peace Comet, as I will see you in the future. Play nice with everyone up there.

Mary Hester

A Tribute to Commander Eddy - May 18, 2001

We will always love our "miracle dog", our Man, our Sunshine, Mommy's boy. He never complained or was mean or unfriendly. You could count on him to be eagerly waiting for you each time you came home. Even until the end...he brought happiness, joy, and smiles.
I know that it was time for my baby to go, he was old, and skinny, and surely must have been suffering...though he never let you know it. He always wagged his tail, perked his ears, and wanted to play. On the night that he had his fatal heart attack, he had grabbed his beloved tennis ball in his mouth, and played a game of 'catch the cereal'...just moments before the fated event.
Mommy did her best to try to bring you back once more to this world, but your small, stifled whimper said it all. Mommy knew that it was finally your time to go to the "Elysian Fields" to romp and play without coughing or wheezing or suffering any more.
Ultimately we have been left here for now...to miss you desperately, and wish we could have done a million things more with you and spent the rest of our lives together.
There will never be another "Man". And our lives will never be the same.

Have a Blessed Forever...and share your ball with the others!

We love you now and into eternity...

Mommy, Al and Mike
Mema, Dan and Jon
Tony, Alan and all your friends and family.

This is in honor of Contessa.

She is Sandy and David Kimbrell's beloved black cocker spaniel born July 22, 1988 in Santa Fe, Texas.
She died July 13, 2001, just nine days short of her thirteenth birthday.

She developed Hemagiosarcoma cancer and put up a valiant fight, but succumbed to it that Friday the 13th morning at 9:00.

We loved her very much and the sadness was unbearable. David suggested that we never forget her habits and all the cute things she did. On our laptop we have begun taking turns entering everything we can think of about her life, how much she meant to us and how her death has effected both of us. Once we began the time just flew and we finally realized it was well after midnight the first day we started our story.

We hope in this way she will never be forgotten. You see, she is our child that never grew dependant and left us.
We will love her always!

Until the happy day that we can cross that Rainbow bridge together we will keep her in our hearts.

Sandy & David Kimbrell

Cookie, I am sorry that you are gone because you have meant a great deal to me over the past 17 years and especially the last 6 when you were with me exclusively as my own pet. We brought you in as a stray in 1984 when you were still wild but over the years, through love and patience, you grew to become a wonderfully domesticated and very affectionate and loving cat. When you first entered our house, you wouldn't even let anyone even try to pick you up, and within the last few years, you began to really love when I would pick you up and hold you close to my heart and against my chest. You finally began to totally trust me as I tried very hard to get you to be less vicious and angry at things and times when we tried to pet you when you didn't want to be pet. You used to regularly hiss and get upset at us when you wanted to be left alone but over the years, you gradually began to lose your anger and become much less defensive because you began to trust me to always take care of you and do what was best for you. I loved when I used to take you in my car for rides, especially when I used to bring you over to my parents house - your "old stomping grounds" - and you just loved to be out in the outdoors again back to nature. I didn't enjoy keeping you cooped up in a small apartment and not being able to let you out because I feared you would get run over by a car and killed. I tried to feed you the best kind of food and always tried to keep you as healthy as I could and you rewarded me with many healthy and wonderful years of active life. I really cherish those 17 - 18 years of your life that we shared together and when it is my time to leave this Earth, I will meet you again and we will cross over the Rainbow Bridge together and once again be one. I am grieving now over your loss, but hopefully as time goes by, I will only remember the best times that we shared together for eternity. We had many great times together and you were a GREAT cat and I felt that I had a strong influence on your life because you gradually mellowed out and become less aggressive and defensive and become more trusting of me as you got older and the number of years that we spent together increased. I am tremendously indebted to you for keeping me company and being my "Best friend" when I was all alone and very depressed. If it wasn't for you, I would've had a much harder time coping because at least I had someone to love and caress and kiss and hold and you let me do all those things to you without a fuss. You have meant a great deal to me over the past 17 years and as the years went by, our bond together gradually got closer and closer as I could tell that you trusted me more and more because not only did you allow me to pick you up without hissing, you actually would purr deeply when I picked you up and held you tightly in my arms against my chest. I loved that the most of anything because that truly made me feel as 1 together with you. Hopefully, 1 day, we will get to experience that oneness together again. I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH COOKIE - YOU'VE MADE MY LIFE A MUCH HAPPIER AND MORE FULFILLING EXISTENCE JUST BY BEING WITH ME - THANKS FOR EVERYTHING THAT YOU'VE DONE AND THANKS FOR BEING MY BEST FRIEND AND COMPANION. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU DEARLY!!! GOOD-BYE BABY!!!

Anthony

I wold like to say I'm sorry. And I hope she died happy. And I would like everyone to know. When I first brought her home my husband was very upset with me. I had made a promise that I would take care of her. And that she was trained to go to the washroom in the box. Well the very first thing she did that I will never forget and that I thought was so funny. And my husband said if he seen it she was gone. She went to the washroom. Not only did she go to the washroom but she went on his pillow. Anyways I would just like to say I love you Cookie.

Starr Phillip

You will always be in my heart

Claudia

Cookie was our beloved first child and so very special to us. She died of bone cancer six days after celebrating her ninth birthday.
We miss her so terribly as she was such a special member of our family.
Even over a month after her death, our hearts still just ache for her.
She actually smiled, we have lots of pictures of her smiling. It helps to look at those pictures and know that she was very happy here on earth with the time she was given. Cookie will always be in our hearts and we feel so fortunate because she gave us so much happiness.
Our consolation now is knowing she is no longer in pain. God bless our wonderful baby forever.

Paul and Kathy Wheeler

Goodbye my special friend. I miss you so much. You will be in my heart always. Until we meet again at the bridge.
Love you forever
Mom

Cooper, your bright light shone for such a short time. You were such a joy to our lives and we miss you so very much. Everyone that doubted you now knows the truth. You were one of the best k9 partners and friends anyone could have. And yes, we are doing for Rocky what we could not do for you! We will meet soon at the Rainbow Bridge!

The Hall Family

Our dear Cooper,
You gave us love , pure and genuine, for many years. You will always have a place in our hearts and home.... you never gave up on us. Run free, dear Boy.

George & Ellyn Boone

Although 17 years is a long time for a pet to live, Cootsie went too soon. Never could I imagine there would be such a loving, caring soul hidden is such a little body, but there was. She will truly be missed, but remembered always.
I miss you, Coots. Please let your sister Micki know she is still missed terribly. I Love you both. :'(

Copper was not my dog, nor was he my daughter's dog but he lived next door to her and adopted her front porch as his favorite place. He went with her on her daily walks and came every afternoon for his treat of the day. Copper's owners said he was "the neighborhood dog," but his neighborhood soon became Billie's house and yard. He was growing older and his hearing was getting poor. That may have been the reason for his death; he was hit by a vehicle in his own driveway. I hope he has a front porch where he waits by the Rainbow Bridge. Billie and I will be looking for him along with our own pets when we cross over that bridge. I know she misses him and I miss him too even though I live several hundred miles away. Perhaps others mourn his loss but, if they don't, he is mourned by us.

Rayalene

For as long as I came down to see you, I fell in love with you! You were a wonderful dog and I want you to know that we all will miss you! We all love you sooooo much! Someday we will all meet again! Until that time, rest in peace and eat as many dog bones as you would like! Love us all!

Darren, Diane, Jena, Tyler, Ryan and Melissa S

On Saturday evening around 7:30, there were angels in front of my house. I did not see them. All I saw was my baby's broken body on the road. I picked him up and held him close. His little head fell against my chest. I cried out to God, but he must have already answered because I know I was surrounded by angels that had come to carry my precious Copper away. I know that while I was grieving, God was welcoming Copper. I know he smiled on Copper and must have told him, "Good job," because Copper touched so many and warmed so many hearts in his five short years. Good bye my darling. I will always cherish the love you gave!

ODE TO COPPERTONE

He came to her, this golden child,
Through the shelter, he a bit wild.
Our dancing boy, old Coppertone,
A big fur ball, he loved his new home

He 13 months of love and joy.
All my things became his toys.
Socks, belts and underwear too,
All these things he'd bring for you.

My wife, myself, and our boy Tone.
Through the woods us three would roam.
His leash in mouth, no help from us.
He's walk himself, without a fuss.

He loved us more than can be told.
I always thought that he's grow old.
I didn't know life could be so cold.
I always thought that he's grow old.

Grateful for our years of fun.
We found our second furry one.
A Maltese pal for our first boy.
With her he could share his toys.

She'd curl up in his arms so warm.
Little Brit, she felt no harm,
would come to her, her Coppertone,
her knight, his golden armor shone.

'Twas not long before we saw,
the hideous bump, his leg was raw.
If he knew the end was near,
He never showed at all his fear.

To the end, he loved us all
We'd still go out and play rock ball.
And medically we tried to stall,
the end for our gold love ball.

In his eyes, he was not sad.
His going home, he knew not bad.
If he could speak, he would have said,
"Be not sad, we'll meet again."

"The four of us and your new friends."
"We'll all meet up on Golden Ridge,
Just a stone's throw from the Rainbow Bridge."

I'm glad these things that I've now told.
But I always thought that he's grow old.
I always thought that he'd grow old,


By John Arthur Newman

Cora, I miss you terribly. Although you are not with me anymore, your love is everywhere; It follows me as I go about the house, it meets me in the garden and it warms my thoughts. I will welcome your memories and presence of love as a gifts.

I love you,

Your Mama

I will love my Corey Bear forever and a day, and cannot wait to see him again...

Laura Kappler

I will miss you Corey, you were my best friend. Like I told so many people - I don't remember my adult life without you. I will never forgot the love, companionship and loyalty you gave me. You see I promised you that one day you would be playing and running with Skye again. Sleep well my friend and know you will always have a special place in my heart.

I love you old man!

Angie

Cori, it's hard to imagine living here without you. You were my friend, my teacher, my Whitey, my bookend, my heart.
I love you,
Spencer

Come Drago, we'll drive to the river, stop for ice cream
No, just we three
Corie's sleeping

Her collar and leash, we hung in the closet
Way in the back
Corie's sleeping

Ball and frisbee lie forgotten. She'll catch them again
In our dreams
Corie's sleeping

We've washed her food dish one last time
Not hungry now
Corie's sleeping

Her bed once next to ours, then in the kitchen
Now in the attic
Corie's sleeping . . .In our hearts

Dennis & Dana & Drago

Good-bye my special friend and love, we will miss you!

Jim, Miriam & Erin

I will never hear, "I love you mommy" anymore. My heart, stay with me forever. Mommy misses you so much. A catbird copied your singy-songy and on your 1 year anniversary of your death, I heard your song again. My baby, my son, I will wait until we can sing together again. I will never forget how you said you loved me just as you died in my arms.

Jeanette Carles

Cork:
It'll be your 15th birthday on the 26th and we're having a celebration. We've planted a beautiful garden and will bury your ashes there that night. We've got a plaque that says Corky's Corner so everyone will know it's your place. And then we're going to all share memories of you and eat a dish of ice cream together...only wish you could lick the bowl. It's been six months and I still miss hugging you. You will always hold a special place in my heart and I know that our spirits will reconnect again. love, Jannie