Year 2005 Tributes

For pet names beginning with "H".

Harley was such a special dog.  
We rescued her from the Humane Society at a time when I needed her the most.  
She was my companion and my friend.  
When I had a bad day, she would jump up in my lap and look at me with those precious eyes and let me know everything was going to be okay.  
When I was depressed, she would give me kisses and let me know that she loved me unconditionally.  
When Harley fell ill in July, 2004, my life would never be the same.  
We were told that her Kidneys were failing.  
We opted to give her IV fluids twice a day instead of putting her to sleep.  
Putting her to sleep never crossed my mind.  
Harley then became anemic and eventually her heart gave out.  
She took her last breath while laying next to me like she always did.  
Harley touched so many lives while she lived.  
Even the office staff at the vets office got attached to her.  
She was so sweet and loveable.  
I am trying to cope with losing her but can't seem to quit grieving.  
She helped me thru some of the most difficult times in my life and she can never be replaced.  
She always went to Florida with us and we just got back home from seeing the ocean in Florida when Harley got ill.  
We're so glad we had that final trip with her.  
Please appreciate your pets.  
You'll never realize what an impact they have on your life if you don't.

Valerie Spoon

For Harvey 01/08/1991 - 30/03/2005

You came to us, so small, so sweet. Was it really that long ago?  
You bounced into our hearts that day, how were we to know?  
That we would become so besotted with this tiny little pup,  
That grew and grew so quickly, we thought you'd never stop!  
The love that you would give us, the gentleness, the joy.  
You were our gentle giant, our very special boy.

You loved to run and chase a ball, you loved the beach, the sea.  
And when you were younger, you loved agility.  
At Crufts you enjoyed the glory, when in the winning team that day,  
Happy memories you gave us that will never fade away.  
Playing with the children in the paddock, your "sisters" on the beach.  
And how, when it was time to come in, you would stay - just out of reach!

How you loved to have your back scratched, your silky big head kissed.  
You hated to be left at home, we knew that we were missed.  
You didn't ask much of us, food, a walk, a cuddle or two,  
And you were always happy as long as we were there with you.  
You knew when you were needed, and lay your head upon our knee,  
As if to say "I'm here, and here's where I always want to be".

But time goes by so quickly and too soon the time came  
When your eyes grew dim, your body frail, we knew you were in pain.  
With heavy hearts and a million tears, for we love you so,  
We had to say goodbye old friend, we had to let you go.  
To a place where you can run and play, fee from age and pain.  
Sleep well sweetheart, our special boy, until we meet again.

Chris and Andy Kurzfeld

Pua Lani, "My Heavenly Flower", is your AKC name. We are so sorry for not knowing how very sick you were, yet even more sorry for putting you to sleep. It's sad & lonely without you! We're lost without you. Thank you for every day, Winky, my Heidi Girl. Be-be dog, you gave the best kisses, & your soft snore put me to sleep. I could never love as much as I love you!! Hopefully, your spirit will be with us, & visit us, in a way that we'll KNOW that you're present! Until we meet on the other side, be that happy, & healthy dog that we'll never forget. Sleepy-head, it's not goodnight, or good-bye. Until we meet again on the other side, & we recognize each other, with a big hug & kisses, & then we'll all be together again. Just remember the walks, frizbee, the bunny, & Me & Mom-Mom! We LOVE you HEIDI. XXOO

Susie & Betty Wetzel

Herby,

Each day that you were with me, was a brighter happier day. I miss you terribly and hope that you are in a better place. You will always have a special place in my heart.

Delia

You were taken from us so unexpectedly. It almost does not seem real yet. You were our baby for 12 wonderful years. Now you are with your big sister who I know is taking care of you. The mornings and nights are hardest for us but I know you loved us as much as we loved you. I am so sorry I was not there with you. The guilt I feel of you of being alone when this happened is overwhelming but I know even though I wasn't there with you Faith was watching over you to make sure you didn't have to hurt. I will never forget you and I will always love you. You were my baby. Give Faith hugs and kisses. Love Mama