Year 2002 Tributes

Paco thru Pyewacket

We only had Paco for 4 years and I had expected him to live for 10 more. So it was a big shock when he died. We noticed that he was drinking a lot of water and then he got sick. I took him to the vet and found out that he had diabetes and some kidney damage. We thought that it was all treatable, but a couple of days later he died in my arms. Not a day goes by that I don't think about him. Our house is so lonely without him. I miss hearing him walking through the house and I dread coming home because he won't be there waiting for me. I hope to see him again one day at Rainbow Bridge.

Christie Garner

Always giving,affectionate,adorable,cute personality....quite a little trooper!!

Dear Paddy, please look for Luka at the Rainbow Bridge, she is waiting for you, and the only dog that you could beat up here on earth. There will be a warm fireplace and a new couch and plenty of chicken. We will miss you here and I will miss calling your name and not hearing your voice peace, and we love you nanci

Nanci, Nancy and Gene

Our dearest Paddy:
We will never know if we made the right decision to send you to Rainbow Bridge so you no longer suffered.
We will always miss you and do hope there is a Rainbow Bridge because you deserve painfree happiness.
We love you.....................Dean and Cheryl

She was small in size but big on might. All the birds and rabbits paused for moment of silence when she passed away. She was my, "Little Mama!" Greatly missed by Apryl and Barron, her kids. I think that she knew that she didn't have long on this Earth and made the best time with what little time she did have. Only 5 and half years old, all to soon.

Sheridan Fetterman

My beloved little girl.

Dave and Mimi Schempp

To Paka the Pit ... I miss you so much girl and I can't stop wondering how you're doing. I hope the angels in heaven are giving you your daily belly rubs and ear massages. You were the best dog in the whole world you know that? Brandon and I know you waited for us to get home the night you passed away. You really fought for your life on the drive to the ER ... and when you looked into my eyes I knew you were saying goodbye to me. That night... I faced my one fear which was losing you. I know you're in a much better place now and I'm sure you're running around a huge field chasing tennis balls! You were always such a trooper. When you visited us in spirit a few days ago I was so happy ... I've never been so happy to smell sampaguitas in my life. Just know that this isn't the end... one day we will all meet you at the Rainbow Bridge. I will always love you Paka!

Our special friend died suddenly of illness two days ago. We miss you, Pal Joey, our FatKat, and your pal Slim misses you too. We all cry for you as we bury you today in a special place reserved just for you. We will take care of you there. Know that we'll never forget you; you are irreplaceable in our hearts. Goodbye, beloved friend.

en el poco tiempo que estuvimos juntos te quise muchisimo

Susana Pallini

From the time we were little, it was your job to drag my lazy butt out of bed every morning for school. You took your job seriously, even long after I'd graduated. For my resistance, the wall suffered. You started every time, even though we both knew I meant to miss.

Some may have thought you a grouch. They didn't know you at all. You were complex with a playful, practical-joking nature and a dark sense of humor. The one thing that could melt your prickly exterior was a cat-hating man. I knew I had a winner when you adored my future husband on sight. Despite his constant ignorance and complaints, he did love you. He was just a tad bit annoyed by those late night nose-licking wakeup calls that told him you felt the same.

I think of you almost every minute. When I sit down to read, write, watch tv or do anything, I half-expect you to interrupt me and plop your generous orange rear five inches from my face. I still leave an empty spot next to me on the bed for you.

I'm so sorry for all I had to put you through. I think at some point you understood the medicines, needles, terrifying car rides and vet visits weren't playful torments - it were part of what was making you better.

Please don't growl when you see the kitten in your spot on the couch. There are thousands of other kitties in the world who need homes and she is one of them. You have a special place in my heart that no one can move in on. I'll always love you, Pammie.

Laurie

Pancakes you came into our lives suddenly and left us just as suddenly. Just a week ago we buried the cat you used to terrify. I guess you knew he was gone and felt lonely. You tickled us when you would respond to our voices and climb up our clothes. Even though we were afraid we would never find you, when you escaped, we enjoyed the hunt and were happy to bring you home. I am sorry. We will miss you.

Marianne Wojtkielewicz

It is so hard to put into words the love we have for you Panda. The loss we feel is so painful. We miss you so. We will miss and love you forever. You, Taffy & Jake are all together now you brought such joy into our lives. Words cannot express what we are feeling. We love all of you.

Wayne & Nona

Please pray for our little girl. She was a sweet and precious dog who loved children and life. She will be missed by all who knew her. We will always love you Panda and will never forget.

Stacy, Raul & Jacob

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Nicole Panfil

Sweet girl. Our lives are so empty without you. God has you destined for great work.

Tiffani Herfordt

Dearest Panther,
Vito and I miss you and love you very much, little buddy, home just isn't the same without you there. You were my baby, my kitten-mittens and were always there for me. I hope you are well and are in a better place now. I will always love you and miss you. Bye baby. MEOW!
Love,
Robin

Dear Panz, we shared a lot together and I miss you so very much. You and I were best friends for too short a while. I am so looking forward to meeting you again at the Rainbow Bridge so we may cross it together and be together always.

Cy Sawyer

Passed with honors. Volunteer work at hospitals, Texas Scottish Rites ,Housing Crisis Center, United Way, etc.

James Kocks, Valerie, Lee, Marc and Thunderwolf

Paris was a much loved member of our family for fifteen years and seven weeks. He will be missed so very much.
Sleep well old friend.

Kathleen Linden

Paris, Lady P,
Words can't describe the love that I have for you, nor the love you have for me. Right now you fill my head and heart and your loss is deeply felt more than you will ever know. Oh, my big shepherd girl, my little bobby, Pawiss, I think God knew we needed each other and made sure you were sent my way. I'll love your forever and in my heart you'll always be.

Mama

The time I have feared and dreaded has come and you have left this world for a better one. You are terribly missed and greatly loved. We will never forget the sweetness and beauty you brought into our lives. You were a part of our family - we will always hold a special place in our hearts for you dear, sweet Paris, our Beauty. I'll see you again someday at the bridge, until then be well, my Beautiful Girl.

Jeanne

I adopted Parker at around his 6 month of age mark from the local pound in 1990. You could tell he had been abused and not well cared for. Through the years, he proved himself over and over to be the best friend anyone could have ever asked for. Everyone who knew Parker loved his sensitive, sweet disposition. There will never be another dog like him for me It was with great distress that I had him euthanized yesterday to relieve his suffering from prostate cancer. I look froward to the day that he and I can be together again.
Thank you for this opportunity to say a few words about him.

Paula Lewis

Partner lived up to his name every day for thirteen years.
He passed on his 13th. birthday with Cancer.
Wherever I went, so did Partner. He brought me joy, comfort, and kept me safe. He woke me in the morning and slept beside me every night. We ate together and watched TV together. We walked, swam in the pool, and vacationed together. He loved to go bye-bye. He loved life and I loved him. He was truly man's best friend!
I'll never forget you my friend, "Partner." Mommie misses you very much.

Pascal,

We came into each others' lives when you were already 6 years old. That day in the adoption center, I noticed you from among all the other cats vying for attention. You were sleeping and I could not see anything other than your back. Even so, I felt that you were special, sad and depressed, and in need of love. The humane center staff said that your previous owner had to give you up for adoption. I was sure that you felt abandoned and alone. The day you came home with me, I swore that I would never abandon you.

For 14 years you were an important member of the family. We considered your well being in all that we did. I called you my "Angel cat" because of your sweet disposition, your long and fluffy white fur, pink nose, and crystal blue eyes. You had courage. You never seem to be afraid of anything or anyone. And everyone who met you liked you. You taught me the meaning of unconditional love and acceptance, responsibility, and finally compassion.

When you developed hyperthyroidism and arthritis 3 years ago, I knew that our time together was sadly coming to an end. I vowed to make you as comfortable as I could for as long as I could. But we knew that the day would come when the medication and care would not be enough to prevent the eventual deterioration and pain of your body. And we knew that we loved you too much to allow you to suffer in a crippled and painful body.

Making the decision for euthanasia was the hardest decision I have ever had to make in my life. I know without a doubt that we made the right decision, but that knowledge and certainty doesn't make the grief any easier to bear. In my eyes you were still my beautiful and alive "Angel cat", even though old age and disease had ravaged your body. The vet gave us a choice of leaving you at the clinic or being with you when the final drug was administered. We chose to be with you at the final moment even though we knew it would rip our hearts to pieces.

My beautiful sweet cat baby, I swore that I would never abandon you and I never did. And I never will. You will always be home with me. May your spirit have a beautiful new life in whatever form that may take. Come home if you choose, or be forever free. Our spirits will be connected forever in love.

Your human mother,
Angela

My beloved Pastel, I miss you so much, and so does Simon...and all your other friends. You've enriched your lives more than you can ever know, and I wait with a broken heart (yet with many happy memories for the day when we can be together again.

White cat, blue eyes,
Snowy, soft as silk.
Proudly posing perfectly
Tall as a quart of milk.

I miss you, Pastey-boy...my little pooky-hontas!

Denise Deserio

Patchy my darling, I love you. You were loved in more ways than you will ever know. Rest In Peace little one..enjoy your painfree days now. I am so sorry that I had to take you to the vets on Tuesday, but I couldn't let you suffer anymore. You didn't suffer my darling, you made me and your daddy laugh the previous night with your funny antics, especially when you kept tipping up your pasta food bowl with your back paws..you naughty dog!! You kept watching me and when I had picked it all up you did it again.!! Darling boy, you will never know how much comfort and support you gave to me when I needed it. I may not have shown how much I loved you, but believe me baby, you meant the absolute world to me. If I could give myself in return to have you here with us, then I would. I know that you are with my family in Rainbow Bridge, and I hope you aren't being too much of a nuisance to my darling Freddy cat..she will make sure that you are put in your place darling, believe me. Please wait for me darling, we will be together one day, but until then I take comfort in knowing that you are nearby. Daddy and I love you very much, and will never forget you. I have a candle lit every day for you, and flowers on your little grave. Daddy will make you a proper little garden at the weekend, we hope you will approve of it..still if I know you, you will probably go out there and cock you leg over it..and then go on the sniff for hedgehogs!!

Love you so much baby..happy hunting!!

Love mummy and daddy, and the two horrors (Barney and Smudge your sister cats!) xxxx

To Patch,

You were such a "special dog" and we all will truely miss you so very much. You were a big part of our family, and we know that you are with your master Fred Wible whom passed away on December 29, 2001. We know that you missed him a lot and now you are both together forever.

We All Love and Miss You So very much,

Mama, "Star", "Ziggy" Lee Ann, Bob, Lauren, R.J., Jarred, "Princess" & "Buster" XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX

He was a very special and tender dog.

Lynn Neidl

My Darling Patches I miss you still. Because of you and the love I have for you I now have rescued to other cats Tori and Chloe. I tell them about you all the time and can't wait to see you again at the rainbow bridge. Then you and I will be together again and I can hold you and kiss you and tell you just how much I still miss you.

I Love you with all my heart.

Mommy

Her name was patches, and I found her one morning put in the front porch, she was so very small, and scared to death of every thing and every one, she was so full of fleas and dirty for being on this earth for such a short time. I fell in love with this kitty. This is so hard for me, she was ran over, and I could of died myself. I do not know how or why I fell in love with this kitten, but I did.

Patches, my baby dog. Thank you for 15 years of truly unconditional love. I thank you for being there for me through the good times and the bad....lending me your soft fur to cry into when times were rough.....showing us in your own special way that you loved us more than anything. I hope that I was able to show you just how much we all loved you. Your presence is greatly missed. And although you are no longer an earthbound spirit, you will always be in my heart. Thank you for choosing us. You were the greatest gift of all......

With all my heart,
Kimberly

To my beloved cat, use your new wings to soar!!!! My love and prayers are always with you....forever

Carmen

I am adding this Tribute to a Wonderful Dog, Patches. She was the best friend my Mother-in-law could ask for...for so many years. My grief is only lightened knowing that she is her loving, happy and carefree spirit again.

Pattie

Patches was my best buddy for 18 years. A friend of mine rescued him when she saw him being abused. You would never know that he came from an abusive environment because he was such a warm, loving, affectionate cat. He trusted me. I can not remember my life was like before Patches walked into my heart. He's always been there. He will be forever in my heart. I love you Patches. Thank you for being my faithful friend!! I miss you, buddy.

Sue Gracy

I had to let you go today and it was the hardest thing I have ever done in my life. Even though your spirit was as tough as ever, your little body was not. Letting go of Mayadog and little Picklebutt was difficult, but my heart broke having to say goodbye to you, my first baby. Saying goodbye to you was saying goodbye to my childhood. You were the last link to a time when I was innocent and carefree. You were my touchstone, the one I ran to for unconditional love and told all my secrets to without being judged. You were a scared little kitten, being tormented by children with rocks when Uncle Ronnie found you, yet you let a lonely little girl love and cuddle you and trusted yourself to her care. You didn't like many people, but I was lucky enough to have you love me. Thank you for the twenty one years we spent together, my grumpy little girl, my first and most cherished friend and furchild. I'll love and remember you forever and ever. Until we meet again, continue to watch over me, my soft fuzzy angel. Mommy misses you everyday, in every way.

Buddha: even though I told you it was ok for you to go on to that rainbow bridge, that I'd be all right, I miss you so much. its just not the same without you. something is definitely missing and thetas you. I loved you dearly and I'm sure you knew that. you were my friend, my companion, my buddy. you were always there by my side for 10 short years, no matter what. from our early risings to our late nights. where I went you went also. even when the cancer took your sight, you'd barked wanting me to let you know I was near by. looking around with those white covered eyes, that can no longer see me, I'd stroke your head "I'm right here." carried you when you could no longer find your way, comfort you. until that last day when I kissed your head saying "ok poo I'll see you later." not knowing you'd lay your head down for the last time.
patches I know you're laying at the foot of that bridge just waiting for me to show up. I will be there to cross that bridge with you - one day. I don't know when it'll be but we will be together - again.
We all miss you dearly including your grandma and grandpa love you and will never forget you

You were a faithful and loving companion. All of us miss you still.

Kay Willerton

Patches, you are the best cat I ever had. You are very unique and special in my heart. You are greatly missed. Now Sweet Pea has joined you and will keep you company until we all can be together someday. I keep you both in my heart always.

Elizabeth Fry

My Papita, you were my life, and I'd do anything for you. Life without you will never be the same, but I know that one day we're going to be together again, and then you can sleep on my hair and curl up in my lap all you want. My time will be your time.

You, love, were the one who knew me best, and never doubted that I loved you. Not to the last. I promised you we'd come home that day, and I believed it with all my heart -- that when I fell asleep that night you'd be at my side, purring away. I'm sorry, love.

You were always there for me, my whole life, through every battle and every celebration. Through every tear-soaked night and every laughter-filled day. I can't imagine a life without your love. It would've been incomplete.

So wait for me, love, at the rainbow bridge. I promise I'll be there one day, ready to hold you again and never let go this time.

Sweet God above, lie light, lie light Good night dear heart, good night, good night.

I love you -- you will always be my baby girl.

Patches: Cookie and I will miss you forever, but we know that you are happy now with Lucky, Fifi, and Mishie....tell them that their owners still miss them, and I miss you so much I'm so sorry we had to put you down, please watch over us! I love you Patches!

Rachel

Always my friend.
Till we meet again.

Amanda Quintero

My special Pattycake went to the Rainbow Bridge yesterday. My memories of her having kittens in the fireplace mantle and our daughter dipping them out with a soup ladle will be forever in my memories of her. She loved to drink from a running faucet and always jumped up for a drink. A cat that loved to sleep in the same place for hours and hours just a puff of gray and white fluffy fur. Somewhat indifferent to us but always ready for a rub. Patty was very ill at the end and suffering so much...as I took her to the vet and sat and waited I rubbed her head and she licked my fingertips as if to say 'I know you love me or else you wouldn't do this for me'. She knew the end was near but loved me to the end. No struggle just a quiet acceptance of her fate and as she passed to the Rainbow Bridge she looked into my face as I rubbed her nose and held her close...Bye Patty you made loving a cat easy....

Linda Enright

Paulie was always there to "sheperd" our family and we miss him dearly

D Higgins

Paws, though you were only 7 Months old, you worked your way into our family's hearts and we miss you so much. We love you and will do so forever. Until we meet again, you will be close in our hearts.

Paz was always a sweet little boy who loved to play or just sleep near my feet. He was a gentle cat who knew when you were up to letting him pounce on your feet or when you weren't feeling so well. God blessed Paz with a beautiful gift of love, and he shared it with everyone he met. I'm really going to miss him. Linda

Linda Kay Stegman

It's been almost a year now - and I miss you as much today as I did the day you left me.
Sometimes I still feel your head on my shoulder and your paw tapping my chin as if to say "it's ok".
Until I see you again - love and hugs and a special chin rub....Momma T.

She was the grand dame of our family. She turned dog lovers into cat lovers too. We miss her dearly.

David & Debbie Geis

You will definitely be missed.

Mindi and Annalee

To the sweetest little tortie point kitten who ever existed (imho). We still miss you very much and think about you often. Thanks for the brief time that you shared your love with us on earth. We pray that you're happy in heaven.

Aurora & Blaine D'Amico

12 years of happiness, a life time of memories. We will always love you.

Michelle and Sonny

He loved his brandy so much, and he is now reunited with her.
Fly high and free. I miss you my babies

Elaine Witmer

Thank you for all the laughter.

Anna Savela

Peaches was a special girl...she will be missed by her brother Creampuff and all her other "adopted" brothers and sister...most of all by her Mom who loved her deeply and cared for her in all kinds of special and extraordinary ways...I know Peaches thanks you Jackie Mom...she'll always be there to give you hugs and kisses in your heart...

Trish

Peaches, My beloved baby girl you gave me 19 wonderful years you will be in my heart always and thought of always I miss you so much. I love you! Love your Mommy, Connie

We love you Peach, tell Dusty I miss her.

Lea and Debbie

To "Our Best Friend"....we will see you someday on The Bridge, Little One!

Mark & Carol Schon

Peaches was a quiet, gentle ,courageous dog who for 12 years was my friend, companion and mutual support. She had been blind since 1997- victim of Glaucoma. She persevered through Separation Anxiety, and pain - but was always there for me. I will miss her and she will always be in my heart and soul- and I believe will always love me as I love her.

Michael Steiner

My sweet Peaches, how I miss you and your funny, furry little "ewok" face.
You will always have a special place in my heart.

Tobey

Our beautiful baby, Peaches, went to sleep for the last time on Friday, September 21, 2001 at 7:30 PM. During her final moments, she lay gasping for air, as her heart gave out, and we had no choice but to help her die less painfully. … just ten minutes earlier she had been walking on the sidewalk and a few minutes later she was gone forever. During her life, she never whimpered, even when in pain, and the last sound she made was during her last few moments when the final injection entered her limp little body. Each breath she took as she lay dying was like a knife carving out a piece of us. Within just a few minutes, her breathing became shallow, her gasping for air stopped, and she lay quietly upon the table, with her eyes wide open. She had once again returned to God.

Our hearts and our home feel very empty. She exists now only in our hearts, mind and memories. She died as she had lived … very quietly, clinging to us for love, support and security, right to the very end.

As we look about us, we are constantly reminded of the many simple things she used to do. No matter where we turn, and what we see, we see mental images of her doing the things she used to do, and our pain is renewed over and over again. She has left a tremendous void in our lives and the torment and pain we feel is tremendous. During the fifteen and one half years she lived, she gave us nothing but love … never any trouble. We always thought of her as being a precious gift from God, and although we deserved no gifts, we were extremely grateful. She has once again returned to His home forever. We love you Peaches and we will NEVER forget you. You will be in our minds, hearts and memories forever, our beautiful angel! Our beautiful baby, Peaches, went to sleep for the last time on Friday, September 21, 2001 at 7:30 PM. During her final moments, she lay gasping for air, as her heart gave out, and we had no choice but to help her die less painfully. … just ten minutes earlier she had been walking on the sidewalk and a few minutes later she was gone forever. During her life, she never whimpered, even when in pain, and the last sound she made was during her last few moments when the final injection entered her limp little body. Each breath she took as she lay dying was like a knife carving out a piece of us. Within just a few minutes, her breathing became shallow, her gasping for air stopped, and she lay quietly upon the table, with her eyes wide open. She had once again returned to God.

Our hearts and our home feel very empty. She exists now only in our hearts, mind and memories. She died as she had lived … very quietly, clinging to us for love, support and security, right to the very end.

As we look about us, we are constantly reminded of the many simple things she used to do. No matter where we turn, and what we see, we see mental images of her doing the things she used to do, and our pain is renewed over and over again. She has left a tremendous void in our lives and the torment and pain we feel is tremendous. During the fifteen and one half years she lived, she gave us nothing but love … never any trouble. We always thought of her as being a precious gift from God, and although we deserved no gifts, we were extremely grateful. She has once again returned to His home forever. We love you Peaches and we will NEVER forget you. You will be in our minds, hearts and memories forever, our beautiful angel! Visit: http://www.angelfire.com/biz/rmz/view.html

Robert M. & Patricia A. Ziegler

Peaches you were my tiny buddy- you helped me get through a very hard time in my life and I will always remember that-you lived a very long life and in the end became tired and went into a deep sleep-I will cherish our last moments together-you held my finger with your lil claw until heavens gate opened for you your memory will be with me forever and I miss you with all my heart-but it eases my heart to know that you and your doggie friend cuddles are together now in heaven I see you both frolicking through a meadow with wild flowers and butterflies the angels smile because now you and cuddles are with them I love you both and will miss you - a day doesn't go by that I don't remember how beautiful-cute-funny and loving you were rest in peace dear lil friend I love you love Carol*

To OUR Dear Sweet Peaches..from your Mommy and Daddy, We have had the most wonderful gift of your compassionate affection and undying love for almost 7 years. You have showed us happiness thru all the trials and tribulations of life and never showed us your pain. We are so grateful to have had you in our lives and will miss you so very much, life will not be the same without you here with us. We feel your life was cut to short due to cancer and feel so bad that you got it. Mommy made you a promise to take very good care of your sister, Bambi, and always keep your memory alive on your webpage and I will. I hope bunny heaven is filled with lots of dandylions and flowers to romp around in and that you can run as fast as you did when you were younger. Your pain is gone, your legs are normal and for that I am happy but so sad that your not with us..but someday we will all be together. When you find your real mommy, "Midnight", give her hugs and kisses from us, we still miss her so much, too.
I'M sure your a very popular bunny in heaven and everyone loves you as they did here on earth. The Rainbow Bridge is a wonderful place for you to start your eternal life and I can just picture you standing at the base of the rainbow ready to run up.. We miss you so much Peachy weachy.. Take care of yourself, not too many raisins or wheat thins ok.. but all the parsley you want.
We will love you, Peaches, Forever <3
Bunny Hugs and Kisses, Love Mommy and Daddy.

We always called Peaches our Timex watch furbaby because she "took a lickin' and kept on tickin'" She came to our front door in 1989 when she was approximately 6 months old. She was emaciated and had a spinal deformity. I started feeding her as a stray, and she became a family member shortly thereafter. My husband, daughter and I loved her with all our hearts. She went through many illnesses, and still managed to survive all of them. She definitely used her 9 lives plus! She will remain in our hearts forever. We love her and miss her so much. I hope she is finally at peace and out of pain. She'll always remain our furry princess!

The first time I saw Peaches N. Cream was 15 months ago. He was sitting under a car, and I was hurrying out of my apartment to shoot a roll of film before the light was gone. I was about 20 yards away, the distance that everyone knows is as close as one can get to a stray cat. Even though I was short on time, I knew that I had enough to kneel down, shout “Here, Kitty, Kitty!”, and have him run off, as they always do. But to my surprise, he came running over like we were long lost pals. He was so beautiful in his patchwork sort of way – random orange splotches over his white body with a tail befitting an orange raccoon. We played for almost an hour on that weed-infested grass, but somehow there was no other lawn I would have rather been sitting on at that moment.

(Note to parents: the previous paragraph was a complete creation of my imagination. I really did have a boyfriend fly Peaches as a carry-on all the way down from Wisconsin as a present. It was certainly not the case that he and I made up that story knowing that you wouldn’t yell at him for giving me a 6th cat. Oh, and don’t be embarrassed. I’m sure no one noticed that I just said that I had 6 cats.)

Over the next few days, Peaches kept coming around my door. (I’m sure it had nothing to do with my leaving food and water out for him.) I occasionally even found him catching a catnap on my doormat. About a week later, as I was walking up the stairs to my apartment door, I heard the sounds of nibbling and saw just the tiniest tip of a tail hanging off the edge of the top step. But as I quickly ran up the next couple steps and reached down to scoop him into my arms, I soon realized that he was not Peaches. He was not even a cat. He was a big, dirty, scary, I’m-sure-Satan-sent opossum! I of course shrieked and ran down the stairs to find a neighbor willing to shoo him off with a broom. And that is how Peaches came to live with me.

Peaches got along splendidly with all the others in the “cat house.” He played with the ones who wanted to play. He left the ones alone who shot him dirty looks. He loved throwing my keys off the counter, just to stand there with an I-wonder-how-those-keys-just-managed-to-jump-off-that-ledge, perhaps-they-should-be-in-therapy look on his face. He was even the cleanest of them all. In fact, he tried desperately again and again to take a shower with me, but, as a stern mom, I always made him wait his turn until after I had stepped out.

But Peaches will no longer enjoy the water of this world. In the wee hours of January 6th, I had to send him over the rainbow bridge when the pet e.r. doctors could not stop his congestive heart failure nor keep his lungs from filling up with liquid. He was only 2 years old. His last physical 3 months ago was perfect. There were no signs of any of this to come.

I just wanted to tell Peaches one last time that I love him and that we will all miss his patchwork face around this house. Take your dog outside tonight to play catch, even though it’s cold. Brush that cat that is sitting in your lap right now anyway. Go in the kitchen and try to have a conversation with your cuss-word screeching parrot. Do what you have to do to show them that you love them. There might not be a tomorrow. If you don’t have a Fido, Fluffy, or Polly, adopt one. Ensure that they at least have a chance to have a tomorrow. (And don’t forget to spay and neuter them to help end the killing of innocent, unwanted creatures.) But whichever type of pet allows you to reside in their home, and whatever you do tonight to show them that you love them, think briefly of Peaches and the love he brought to this home. Perhaps if we all do that, he will somehow know that he is being thought of one last time.

Liz Wade

My Little Peanie!

We miss you so much!!! You were my first born and I love you more than anything. I would have given my life for you to be able to be okay. I knew you were sick but didn't know how sick. But, you know what baby? You hung in there through a lot of stuff in life. You were a tough little cookie! I miss you snuggling with me at night time. I miss you begging when I cook. I miss seeing you running your hardest in the park and chasing squirrels! You are missed baby by so many! I love you with all my heart and will see you again one day. Enjoy the pain-free life you have now and the green pastures! Watch over me baby and know that I am thinking about you every single day!

4-Ever!

Mommy, Daddy, Georgie and G-ma!

Peanut was waiting at a shelter when I needed her. She came into my life and was my little angel. She was so special.

Doris Weaver

I have desperately missed my beloved dog since the day he died, and I know I will miss him always. he was my pride and joy and a best friend. my heart will never get over the traumatic experience of his death. but I know now that he is at peace.

Sarah

Dear Peanut,
Your life was short but you were loved so much. We tried so hard to save you. We will meet again at rainbow bridge. Love, your mommies, Kim and Betsy

Our little canary, Peanut, passed away yesterday. He was sick for awhile and we know that he is in a better place and is no longer in any sort of pain. We miss him very much, but he will always be in our thoughts and hearts.

Jamie and Steve

To our Loving dog, go play hard!! and be there at the gate for us to reunite again. We love you

Tracey, Robert, Savannah

Peanuts,
I picked you out and brought you home to give to mom for her birthday, she always wanted a Chihuahua and the minute I saw you I knew you were the one. But to everyone's surprise it was Dad who made you his little baby and I was dubbed your sister.
Every morning I would wake up to see you sitting at the counter with Dad eating a bowl or cereal, taking a drink out of his cup. Every holiday you would be under his arm at the dinning room table at dinner and in the family pictures. At night time you would stand in the hall looking at him telling him with your eyes that it was time for bed and to follow her. Standing there with your little squeaky alligator trying to get our attention when you wanted something.

Dad blames himself right now for bringing you to the hospital and that he left you alone there, he feels he let you down and he can not deal with the fact that you died alone. You made it through the surgery and were doing fine and then took a turn for the worse and they could not save you. He wanted to do what ever he could to give you a better chance of surviving.

You are so badly missed here at home, Brandee, your dog sister keeps looking in the bed for you thinking you are hiding under the covers but really you are off laying in the sunny fields over the Rainbow Bridge just relaxing till we all meet again one day.

You were one amazing little girl peanut, thank you for all the joy you brought mom and dad while you were here.

We love and miss you dearly.
You'll always be my little "Nutter"

You have been gone for over 7 years but you are still loved. Over the years you have been joined by Vanna, Corky and now Almo. Until we meet again, you are all loved and in our hearts.

Elsie Hirsch

Peanut, Scooby and Max were my three best friends in the whole wide world. They were there for me when I was sad and played with me when I was happy. I'll never forget them ever, they were the best cats I've ever owned: Peanut was 17 years old when he died and loved every minute of his life. He died of natural causes.
Scooby was 3 years old when he ran away. He was a great big softie and we haven't seen him since June 2000.
Max sadly got run over by a hit-and-run accident at only the age of 2. He loved us very much and even came home for a couple of days to say goodbye to us. He passed away after 6 days that he came home.
We loved our cats very much and we still do. I hope to see you on in later life and I can't wait until we meet in heaven again. I love you my ones, my onlys.
Lot's of love from Kym O'shea.

Pearl,

Through my roughest times these last few years you've always been there no matter what. The last few months of this year have been the hardest. You made life so wonderful for me no matter what tribulations I was going through. You were everything to me. I want you to know that I miss you every second of the day. Words cannot begin to express how much I loved you and how much it hurts to know you will no longer be there when I come home at night. My life is so empty without you. I embrace and cherish the day we will meet again. It hurts so much Pearl. The way your ears would pop up when I walked through the door. Your little tricks you'd only do with me. The way you just laid your head on my lap and curled up against me when you knew I was hurting about problems. I miss you tremendously Pearl. You were wonderful to me and I'm still in disbelief knowing you won't be there any more. This all came as a complete surprise. One minute I let you outside and 10 minutes later you are no longer in my life. My heart is empty without you. I love you with all my heart and even though I only spent 5 years with you you meant everything to me. I love you Miss Pearl. I long for the day when I will see you again.

With all my heart and soul, Jelyne.... I love you, girl

Jelyne

To our baby who we miss and love very much. You will always be with us!

Barb & Jaynie

Dear Friends and Family:
I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you for the many thoughts, prayers, and many hugs that will help us get through this very trying time in our lives.
I know now that I choose to do the right thing, however the pain is sometimes too great to bear for all of us. Gigi and Jolene are grieving also, they search the house and the yard looking for her and come back to me with the look like "What did you do with her?"
And we cry....
Pearl will be missed and I really don't know if my life will ever be the same. She helped me get through some very rough times in my life and never once judged me or turned her back on me. She had what I called unconditional Love the kind of love that we all look for in life but never quite find unless you have a pet or a "fur-child."
So now I am working harder to bond with Gigi and I do believe Pearl gave her some lessons while Jolene patrols the yard and chases bees (she still is not overly fond of people!) and I know we will be ok..
I believe Pearl is waiting with St. Frances at the Rainbow Bridge for us to join her and we will all be together again.
Love you all...
Robin McKenna, John Epperson
Gigi and Jolene
Brother and Cubby
and the Birds

With her favorite toy mouse in her jaws, she now runs chasing the clouds. :'-)

Carrie Ray

Thanks for being my best friend. I will miss you very much Pearl.

Emma Ward

Pearlie was the best animal companion I will ever hope to have--she was my soulmate, and I am devastated by her passing--she died so unexpectedly. She was a very deeply affectionate and sweet companion, funny, smart and so very giving. She was a big white kitty with gorgeous sky blue eyes, a faint apricot patch on her head, and . . . she was a polydactyl.

I will always love you, honey, and know the angels are happy to have you as their new, wonderfully sweet companion in heaven. I love you, girl.

Chrissie

Pearl was my dog, we got her when she was already old. We loved her very much. She sat down and waited till mum had her coffee and then jumped on her knee. She liked Max but he was too rough for her.

I loved her very much and my mum loved her too.

love Kate and Tracey

To my Pebbles: My tears for you are still flowing, I saw you being born and decided to keep you with your little black face and black nose. Your mom is still with us and was looking for you everywhere, however I think she finally sensed you will not return. I was so happy to care for you in your last hours and you sensed my love for you in your pain. You are gone, but mommie and daddie will never forget you!!!

We love you Pebbles.

Margriet McClure

Pebbles, do you know how much I love you and miss you. Words can't even express how I feel. Only my heart and soul can feel the depths of my love for you.
I only had you for six short years. You were taken from me so suddenly. That Sunday when I went to see you at the vet's, you were having such a difficult time. I told you if you needed me to let go, so that you could let go, than I would....than you stopped breathing. It's like you were waiting on me to say it was okay to let go.
I just miss every aspect of you. There are so many wonderful memories. You were always there to greet me at the door when I would come home. You would get your rope and we would play tug of war and it seems like you won most of the time. Whenever I threw anything in the wastebasket that was in the kitchen, you would have to get it back out as if to inspect it. During the cold winter months you always got under the blankets and laid on my feet to keep them warm. And than there was your best little friend, Frodo. You loved him so much. I had to be careful not to mention his name alot cause if I did, you would run to the door and look for him. Whenever I packed the duffel bag, you knew we were going to see Dustin, Penny and Frodo and you would get so excited. You would wait in the truck until we were ready to leave. And than Dobbie came to stay with us and that was the best thing for you. You had someone to play with. You two would chase each other thru the house and play tug of war. You both were so cute to watch. For all the times you would sit on the arm of the sofa and me in the recliner and listened to everything I had to say and it really seemed like you knew exactly what I was talking about. You would turn your head and talk with your eyes. You were my very best friend. I just can't imagine my life without you but I do know that one day you and I will once again be reunited at the Rainbow Bridge. Thanks for all the memories and wonderful times we had together.
I'll love you forever and in my heart you'll always be.

Mama (Carolyn)

Sweet little Pebbles, you will be missed soooo much..how precious the time , how beautiful the memories...I will never ever forget all the joy and happiness you brought to my life , you were there always with a soft purr and a loving cuddle. I was truly blessed to have been able to share time with you Pebbles...Thank you ! I LOVE YOU PEBBLES !!!

Roy Baker

We'll miss you baby girl. We love you.

Karen & Chris

I remember pebs well, he used to bite anyone and was the father to two (sparky and sandy) I only really held him, and stroked his fur when he died...When I was him close, he was so beautiful...and Id like to see him back up in his run.
The worst part was waking up that morning, my mum never told me he was dieing, and he could have been saved, but he wasn't, he lied there, still and life-less. I miss you pebbys
xxxx
From Emy

My little Guardian Angel. Through thick AND thin.

Taylor

I Miss You My Little Buddy

Ward Sauder

Now the light in my life has ended cause there is no good to have hands if I can't hold you, or eyes if I can't see you, and this lonely life is no good if I can't be with you.

I will miss you every day I get to live from now on, cause you teached me what real love was and I will never forget that, I just hope I did the same for you.

Now I will just wait for the moment when I can be with you again for knowing you was worth to live this life..

Pedro was the light of my life: he slept on my head, he accepted other pets, he turned on the lights to wake me up, used the garage door opener at my Mom's house to let himself out and took chicken with his forepaws. He and my departed dog Vuja engaged in team work: Pedro would knock the Prosciutto ham off the counter, and Vuja would tear open the vacuum packed plastic.

But Pedro's great gift to me was his always adjusting to my moods. He was always on my lap and purring when I was sad, always playful when I was happy, and loving to everyone and everything. Pedro had already reached Nirvana; he was just back to help.

Jay Adams-Feuer

You are in my heart,

The rememberance of your love
Comfort me in my sorrow

I will always love you

Jeanne

Peehee, I will miss you every day and I love you more than you will ever know. You can still come and give me cuddles on the sofa. Nannie Bet, Willow, Chunckie and Stirling will look after you now. I love you. Sweet dreams my little Angel.

Nikki

I have a tribute page for my Peep..... http://www.geocities.com/mysticlady49/MySpecialPeep.html

Nita G

"A REAL COOL CAT"

Peeshie ("kitty cat" in Farsi) was the epitome of a "real cool cat." Virtually nothing ruffled her. She was what T.S. Elliott called a "Gumbie Cat," all day long sitting on anything hard and flat. And oh so fat!! She'd eat ice cream and sweet cream, but forget the protein. No chicken or fish for this finicky girl. She never seemed to mind taking the back seat to Dixie, her older "sister". When Dixie passed this past March, Peeshie was never quite the same. They had been together nearly 16 years and Peeshie so admired Dix. When we brought Dixie's ashes home and placed them on the piano, Peeshie started sleeping under the piano and, for the next week or so, would let out the most sorrowful cry. It was as if she was truly grieving for her longtime companion. It was sad. Peeshie clearly missed her feline friend desperately. Even the vet said he was not surprised. "A real earth mother, so grounded and sweet," he had said about Peesh. And she was. Five months after Dixie died, we noticed a hard lump on the side of Peeshie's neck. The dire prognosis: lymphosarcoma. Peesh was gone within six weeks. The cancer had spread to her jaw bone and was preventing her from eating. The once fat cat was no more. At the end, she was simply a remnant of her chubbier, tubbier days. But, oh, how we loved that little girl. She was brave and courageous. Always composed, even at the very end. We miss you Peeshie Cat. How special you were. We were hoping to still have you for a few more years. But you must have missed Dixie too much and wanted to go be with her. And we understand. We're sending you both all our love and kisses. Dixie and Peeshie. Peeshie and Dixie. We shall never have two finer friends. xoxo.

Crystal and Joe Elliott

I just want you to know that we miss you and love you and we will never you.

Josie Gomez

In loving memory of Pee Wee. My beloved dog child. You were my best friend and constant companion. I adored you and I know you adored me too. Your life brought me such joy and love. Your death has brought such pain and left a gaping hole in my heart and soul. In the end, in your ever loving way, you spared me the grief of making the final decision. I hope you are running and jumping freely now...and waiting for me.

Kathy Chilcoat

This is a tribute to my special friend, Pee Wee. I will always love and remember you, you were with me through so much. You took care of me when I've sick or upset, just laying with me helped. You always knew when to just be there. I will always love you. There will never be another like you. I miss you opening all the cabinet doors, and finding your treats scattered around. I love you Pee Wee. I hope we made the right decision, I just couldn't put you through any more, forgive me. I hope to see you across the bridge, I won't be whole again till then.
I love you, my fat cat !!!

Sherri M

She had the most soulful eyes I have ever seen on a cat. I knew we would be friends as soon as I met her. I miss her daily.

Jeffrey

To the best and most loving and caring dog anyone will ever meet.

I love you Peg Peg!

-Dave

We will never forget our beautiful Peggy. From the very moment we picked her up out of her pen at the animal shelter, sick with heartworm and other diseases, she won her place in our hearts. Throughout all the months of healing, our love grew. She was a special member of our family for 14 years, and we will never be the same without her. We took care of her until the very end. We know she is happy and healthy now that she is with Bambi, Sheeba, Rambo, and Magnum, plus all her feline relatives, at the Rainbow Bridge.

Gerald and Rosemarie Sudimack

To our beloved Pegsta:
You were one of a kind. Your playful antics even in your later years brought much joy to our lives. We will miss you greatly but will find comfort in knowing that you are happy and healthy once again. Enjoy the sunshine that I know you are basking in.

Until we meet again, we love you!

Nancy and Paul

Peki,
You are missed more than words can say. You gave me or i should say us 14 and a half years of your life.
We will love and miss you always.

Carol Chambers

Pele,
How it tears me up inside that I wasn't there for you. I thought it was just a simple upset stomach, you kept purring, I thought you would be okay. Dad said you purred even after they restarted your heart. I wish I could have said goodbye. You were my first pet, my friend and you were always there for me not matter what the changes in our lives. Over our eight years together, the boys, Daddy and Pepper all came after you, and you welcomed them all with a rub and a purr. You were so handsome and so loved. Grandma, Grandpa and Wendy often asked about you more then us. Forgive me for not always loving you as much as I should and for taking your love for granted. You loved me enough to leave when I was away because you knew I couldn't handled seeing all the needles and medications. I will be looking for you at rainbow bridge when it is my time. Please look for Fluffy, Oscar and Pennsy they are waiting for us too. I picture you waiting. Thank you for letting us spend our lives with you.
With much love,
Mommy

He was our third Corgi. He played and romped and kept the 4 of us in line.

Jim & Gerry Atwood

Pendragon literally showed up on my apartment doorstep on a Wednesday. A neighbor abandoned him. In spite of my mother's warning not to take him in, on Friday I opened my door. He never left until July 2, 2001. Loving, affectionate, bold, and feisty, he remains very special in memory. He keeps company with Gawain, his favorite nemesis and Merlin the king kitty of my household on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. Someday, when I cross that bridge, he will jump in my lap while I'm rocking Merlin and I will have an arm load of 2 kitties again. Until that time, memory and the passing on of my love to other cats and kittens who need it is the best tribute I can offer.

Christine L. Wedge

Our dear sweet Penelope, or as you preferred, Nello,
We miss you so much. We know your pain and sickness has ended and you are in a peaceful place now. Memories of you flood our lives everyday. We will never forget your beauty spots, big smiles, moans and groans, soft velvety ears, gentle kisses, hi fives (or tens) and dancing with daddy, cuddling with mommie and helping her study all thru med. school, trips we took, swimming, mountain biking, walkies, playing with Jazze and teaching her well, special times with Grandmommie, how sensitive you were and how you enriched our lives. We have you in our hearts and we will love you forever. You were the BEST! We will see you someday again and play together for eternity.
Be good Nel-Nel! Love,
Mommie and Daddy (Jill & Mike Goldman)

Saved my life when she was just a puppy and we first met.

Olivia Pei

Never have we felt such a staggering loss. Penelope had been with us for fourteen unforgettable years before she heeded God's call to return today.

Her absence is palpable, and we miss her greatly. Our hearts are broken... we look to the past and find neglected opportunities to share our love with her; just one more evening walk, perhaps another treat. But we are resolved that she is in her special place now, and a day will come when we are reunited.

Until that time we shall always remember her, and always love her. Her memory will never fade. We love you, Nellie, and we miss you more than you could ever understand. May God give you peace.

Justin and Nichole Smith

My first cat, and constant companion. Always a great lady.

Beth

Penny was an apricot toy poodle rescue, we had her for only 14 months, she was very old and had health problems. I loved that little girl so much and still miss her so ...She is waiting for me with her waggy tail and she would bark and wiggle her whole body and come running to me...I love you my little Penny Poodle Angel. Mommy loves you today and always...I can't wait until I see all of my little furbabies again at Rainbow Bridge.

We picked out Penny at a police Kennels when she was about 6 months old she was so scared and you could tell she was cause she was crying. She was so small and very thin as she was abused as a puppy. She filled my families life with so much love and was always there when any one was upset or down. She was my best friend for 13 yrs I miss her so much, Penny I told you things I would never dare tell any one else. I want to say thank you for all the happiness you brought me through out the 13yrs you were with us. I miss you so much and I hope you are at rainbow bridge with all the carrots you can eat. Rest in peace my beautiful princess I love you love Charlotte, mummy, daddy and Kathryn xxxxxxxx

Penny was a dear little old girl, found roaming the area all matted and dirty. She gave love so freely, she was deaf, and had enlarged heart, but she was so very special right from the very start. I wish you love and peace my little Penny Poodle, I will love you always. She was known as a throw -a - way dog. For no one came to claim her or groom her for days...giving her food she was unable to chew. A special friend found her and gave her a chance. I love her so dearly, even though it was only 14 months I loved you as if it were 14 years. Sleep in peace my little Angel mine.
For one day we will be together again and know you are always My Angel Penny.

Dear penny, I know you are in a better place but I miss you greatly and cant over the thought of losing you just like nibbles and molly the rat and bird. but when I lost almost exactly loosing molly makes me very sad. and I just wanted to let you know that I miss you and love you.

Katie (Mommy)

Today was the day I prayed would never come; Penny has been with me for many adventures in Alaska and always had a smile and a tail wag for everyone - she passed on to dog heaven today and will be greatly missed by everyone, especially me. At this moment, words are difficult; I am going through all my photos of Penny and will put together a book to commemorate her wonderful life in Alaska. She taught me many things about myself and I am a better person because of her. I will love her forever.

Kent Muehling

The story of your life is precious, I thought I would share it here, for all that pass by.

The day we decided to go adopt a dog. I was walking along early in the morning and found a new bright shiny Penny on the ground, picked it up and put it in my left pocket. Arrival there found you just brought in to the holding cage outside. We glanced at each other and you stood up on your hind legs. When asked after looking at all the other pets.."Which one I wanted" and I said "You",,,I called you Penny and you have answered to it ever since.

Your Dad, misses you so, the tears flow and its sad to know that you are not with me, waiting on the Patio, standing on Your hind legs, waving hello to me as I come home. I miss Calling you "Silly Girl", and seeing you take both your Paws, rubbing both sides of your nose, and lifting your Butt up in the air so I can scratch you all over and then Laying on your back so I can scratch your tummy. Having You wag your tail, when I would come in and say. "I have soomethiinng for Penny" when I would bring a favorite snack for you.

You were so special and so loving to everyone. A good Protector,,when you were on the Chain, the house and Yard were your domain alone, unless you knew the people. I know how much you loved Camping and the freedom out in the desert, so when this tragedy hit, I drove you out there in a blanket, digging your resting place below the giant tree we were always under, and carefully placing large stones on the blanket to protect you and then covered you up and wrote on one of the stones,,"This is My Dog", Please leave Her in Peace. I love you always Penny, my heart is aching so, to have you back…please wait for me at Rainbow Bridge.

Daddy

My Sweet Little Girl Penny,

Oh how I loved you. You were such a sweet, sweet little girl. You loved to bark at the squirrels, the cats, the wind! And oh how you loved giving everyone kisses. Terry used to say you had your licker license! You were such a mess when I adopted you from the spcaLA. They took you from a very bad home and gave you to me. You recovered quickly, and soon were running the house. You never did learn how to use that doggie door, but mommy didn't mind cleaning up after you because it wasn't your fault and she loved you...she still does. You brought so much joy into our home, and especially to Sammy. I loved to watch the two of you play fight, I'd call it the clash of the Titans! My regret my sweet angel is that I didn't have you long enough. I never really knew how old you were, but you were only with me for 5 years, much too short a time. Jack is with you now and will keep you safe until I come to get you at Rainbow Bridge. I will always love you my sweet little girl, you will live in my heart forever.

Love Mommy

My best friend died, and I wish her happiness in her new life.

Lenny

To my beautiful Penny girl.....she was so special. She was protective and territorial and was a beautiful show dog in her early years. We will always remember and love her so.....she made a wonderful addition to our family. She was a beautiful Belgian Sheepdog and I thank God that we had the chance to adopt her and care for her for almost 9 years. She was a great dog and I will miss her so.

Monica Vane

I miss you every day Penny - even though you've been gone for almost 4 months, I miss you every day.. I will always love you. Your sad mommy..

Dear Penny and Patch, You were both the light of our lives, and we loved you both so dearly. Penny, you went to heaven first, and Patch was so lost without you that he became so sick that there was not anything we could do, or the specialists, to save you either. So, we knew it was time for Patch to come and join you, Penny. We love you both and miss you sooo much. It is so hard to bare life without you both being here to see, hug, kiss and touch. It is a bitter pill to swallow, because we lost you both, and 9 days apart. Mommy and Daddy will see you both in the future, and we know that love means letting go, and so we did.

Love, Daddy and Mommy

She was the sweetest kitten I've ever known, and I've known a lot. She was a cuddler, doing somersaults across your feet to rub against you, and sleeping between my knees or across the hips of both my husband and I when we slept spoon-like. She was learning to jump up into my arms, and was very patient with my insistence on her not eating my knitting yarn, she was always near, wanting to be in the middle of things, checking out all water in all sinks, tormenting Spike, trying to make friends with Cinder. She taught me how to miss someone, and I didn't know it meant I'd be missing her so very soon.

Tamsen

Pepae was the best friend I ever had. We bought him when he was a few months old. He was in good health until a disk ruptured in his spine. The blood-flow was cut off all the way up his spine and was heading toward his brain. We were left with no option but to put him to sleep. We tried everything we knew to do but this just all happened so fast. We were nowhere near prepared. Pepae went on to Heaven last night in the Emergency Vet Center in Hickory. I wrote this poem today I'd like to share with you...

You went so quickly, I still can't understand why
I can't go on like everything is normal, all I do is cry.
Every little thing reminds me of you
I miss all the cute things you used to do.
You had so much personality
I wish everyone could understand, you are so much more than a pet to me.
You are the best friend I've ever had
You always "gave me kisses" when you knew I was sad.
I knew no matter what happened to me You'd be there loving me unconditionally.
It didn't matter how I dressed or fixed my hair
You'd be happy just knowing I was there.
You were never mean or hurt my feelings
You made me so happy and gave my life more meaning.
I don't think I can take this, it hurts so bad
I know you'll always be with me, but I'm still so sad.
I am so thankful for the almost four years we had together
Your ok now in Heaven, God's taking care of you now and that makes me feel a little better.
I love you so much and will forever and ever
I will cherish each memory and won't forget you, never.
I will look forward to seeing you again someday
I love you and will miss you my little Pepae.

Tonya Small, Jeff Torrence, and Max

A friend, companion. a member of my family. Miss you, but thank you for your love.

Lynn Sheppard

My Darling Sweet Pepe. He was my little boy who would not let me out of his sight. All your "brothers and sisters" miss you.

Diana Gokalp

Pepi:

You showed me your love: by waiting for me at the door, so happy to see me your whole body wagged; by comforting me when I was sad just by cuddling next to me and looking up at me with that "it'll all be okay, I'm here" look in your brown eyes; by always wanting to be near me...even when I was wearing my favourite black suit :-) In so many ways you showed me you loved me, so when the time came I was strong enough to show I loved you by not letting you suffer anymore.

You may be gone, but you'll never be forgotten. See you at the Rainbow Bridge.

Christina

I did not know of this website when Pepi passed on; it's truly wonderful. In October of last year, almost a year to the day of losing Pepi, a wonderful and loving calico cat came into my life and now rarely leaves my side. I will never, never forget my Pepi though and I miss him still. He was a very special bird. Born on Christmas Eve, died on Halloween day. He survived a kidney infection, arthritis and blindness, but eventually he was too tired to fight any longer and passed on his sleep on his perch, head tucked under his wing. I remember his singing, chatty personality and excited dances when I took his cage cover off every morning. I even miss the "balling out" he used to give me if his treat wasn't on time or wasn't to his liking! He was great little guy and now that I've found this website, I know he's flitting about the rainbow bridge, free and happy with lots of other birdie friends.

Shawna

Dear Pepito, We are so sorry that the Animal Shelter killed you. We only knew you one week and we thought that was the best place to try to reunite you with your owner. We were going to come get you if you were not adopted by the end of the week. I know you were scared and that's the only reason you would try to bite. I will work to try to help make it a safer world for pit bulls. May you be at peace.

Melissa and Tom Dredge

Dear Pepito,
You came to us 13 years ago, you chose us, we did not choose you, and since you entered our home you became the leading loving member of our family. You transformed everyday's harshness into a pure source of love and happiness , your very exceptional character took hold of us without letting us feel it, with your noble and dignified discretion, you taught us the very real meaning of love You were always socializing with all our friends and visitors and always succeeded in being the star with no effort. We have loved you with all our hearts, you were my great love, your absence is unbearable, and if there ever is a place up above where we all meet my wish is that we see each other again and that I shall be able to hold you and tell you how much I love you and always will.

Myrna and Family

We'll see you at the Rainbow Bridge. We Love you & Miss you. Love, Mommy & Daddy

Sweet Pepper,
Even though it was time, letting you go was the hardest thing we've ever done. You loved us and comforted us for almost 15 years. The house is so empty now. You will be in our hearts forever. We will never stop loving and missing you. Go play with Cinnamon, sweetheart, and wait for us by the Bridge.
We love you

Don and Catherine

To my precious boy,
Mommy doesn't know what to say. I am so sorry I wasn't there to hold you and tell you not to be afraid. I should have been there to say goodbye. I don't know why this happened, but it is tearing me apart inside. I know you are in Heaven now. Jesus is there, and he loves you so much. You won't be in pain anymore.
There is so much I didn't get to say to you. How much I was blessed to have been your "Mommy." From the day you first came to us I knew how special you really were. You will always hold a special place in my heart. I took you in and little did I know the amazing gift God had given me.
We have been through so much you and I. You were there to help me smile when I was having such a hard time with Daddy, and now, when I am going to need you most, you're gone.
I am going to miss so much of you. The house is so quiet without the patter of your feet. I still look for you to run to me when I get home, or when I open the fridge. When I walk through the house I still watch for you to come running under my feet. How I hoped you would. If it was me who hurt you, I am so sorry sweetie. I tried my best to help you cope with your handicap. I would have paid any price, or taken your place in a moments time if it had been allowed. I cried out to God so many times for a miracle. For Him to heal you. But he had a different plan. He gave me one more year with you.
And what a precious year that was.
Everyone is going to miss you. Daddy, Ruger, Bear, Kiwi, and Sherby. Maisy is not taking it well. She cries alot. We cry together. I will take care of her though. There will never be a day that I won't remember you. What it was like to hold you, or hear your sweet meow. I love you Pepper, always remember that. Jesus will take care of you until I can get there. Wait for me, I won't be long honey. Mommy will be home soon.
Remember my precious boy, "You are my Sunshine." I love you dearly.
Mommy

Pepper your human family misses you so
When I walk thru the house I feel you close
If I blink as I walk I believe I see you at my feet
Wagging your tail as you did getting ready to pounce
I cry when alone, missing you
My heart is broke.
If only I'd known it was the big "C"
I could have gotten you to the Dr. sooner
They say they couldn't have treated it.
It came on so fast.
Please forgive me for being human
Believe me I cared and still do.

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Lola and the Awesome Babies (Amaretto, Addakiss, Stuart, Rascal, Mr. Softy, Thumbalina, Chatterbox, Marshmallow, Snowflake, Snowball, Aggy (the new baby) & Booger (our missing baby) Missing Pepper the dog, Naya & Hyde Our Rainbow Babies. Thanks Kat for the Ferret above. Hey Hey don't forget us...Jet and Patches the cats.

In memory of sweet Pepper. You made me laugh. I'll miss you a lot.

Judy Rickard

I just lost my Pepper to cancer only hours ago. It hurts so much. You were my best friend. I will miss you so much. I love you so. God, take care of my sweetheart Pepper.

Pat

Pepper came to live with us when he was 15-1/2 when his owner (our friend and customer) couldn't take care of him anymore. We adopt senior pets and have several but Pepper just was such a character that he left a big hole in our hearts. It is difficult to sit at my computer without the little Pepper dog in "his" chair next to me. Not to mention, we don't know when to go to bed because no one else barks or meows at 9PM and stands in the bedroom doorway giving us the LOOK!!

We love you Pepper

Stacy

Pepper was my beloved cat for 16 years. I got her July4, 1986, and she died on June 14, 2002. I will miss her, but I look forward to seeing her someday on the Rainbow Bridge. I told her to go to the mansion in the sky, and wait in the window for me to come. I know she will be waiting for me I plan to light a candle for her Monday night..

Tammie Dollison

I will always love you and I will see you again someday. You were a special little guy who was full of love and joy.

Sheila Cook

Pepper, you will live forever in my heart. I miss you.

Mary Walter

Pepper was a joy, she was always happy and glad to see her people. She will be missed deeply.

Roy Demille

Thank you for 15 years of unconditional love and friendship. I miss you BABY GIRL

Sherry DiNardo-Denton

Pepper- A special cat and friend. She was 13 years old when she passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. Her memory will always live in my heart. I'll miss you but you were loved and will not be forgotten.

Elaine Pardo

Pepper ~

You were so loved by all who knew you. Your gentle way, wet nose and soft eyes will be sorely missed. May you rest in peace and wait by the rainbow bridge for your masters.

Love, your friends ~ The Bareshs

We only had a short time together, I wish God had given us more time together. We will met a the rainbow bridge one day. You gave Slayer and Tina a home an love. You taught me alot about love an friendship. You will be missed an always in our hearts. Love Mommy

My dear Peppi passed away very quickly & it has been a shock & great loss to me. He was the best little dog I ever had. I loved him & he loved me. He would follow me wherever I went. I will miss him forever & hope one day I will be with him again. Love you Peppi.

We adopted Peppi from the animal shelter when he was 6mos. old. He was a stray from someone that let him go a stray. We brought him into our home and he gave us 10 wonderful years of joy, peace and love. The last year he developed diabetes which we handled giving him insulin twice a day. But then it was cushings we could handle that too. But when his heart the big heart that loved us so much and his kidneys gave out we had to make the decision to let him go in peace. We had to put him to sleep on 06/28/2002. Peppi Pierre is and will always be in our hearts and home forever. He will be missed by Mom & Dad &13 grandchildren
Love Forever
Mom &amp; Dad
P.S. We have you here with us forever Peppi.
Love Mom and Dad

You had grown frail and weak with age,
And I saw pain over your body rage,
Then I knew the last battle could not be won,
I had to do what must be done,
I did not let grief stay my hand,
It overwhelmed me, I could not stand,
As the Vet eased you away into a new land.
Now we are so lonely and in despair so deep,
Mama and I live in darkness where we weep,
Our sun did set when you left us that day,
In the darkest midnight we now make our way.
With apology to the author of the previous poem -- Edward L. Brown

Edward and Helen Brown

Peppy, the wonder dog was the very best dog that ever was. He was full of love.

Hi, I'm writing this e-mail for a beloved friend on mine who died today, just about an hour ago. Her name is Pepsi and she was my baby. The best cat in the world. She was born on 10/29/92 and passed today 10/17/02. I always knew that when she passed, I wanted to be the last face she saw. I needed her to know that I loved her and wouldn't forget her. And I was. She died of heart disease... a condition in cats that is very hard to detect, and can't be detected usually until it's too late. As in Pepsi's case. She died in my arms... just as I wanted her to, and only suffered for as long as it took to get to the vet. My name is Jamie-lyn and I'm 16 years old. As much as I loved my cat ore then anything, I couldn't see her suffer. Please, if you have the choice, don't let your pet suffer, put them down peacefully. They know you love them... please do your best to help them... not yourself.

Jamie-Lyn

We shared many years and much love. My heart, my best friend. She was the clown and I was her audience. I promise you, Pepsi, we will meet again at the Rainbow Bridge.

Kate Moore

My angel, my precious, best-loved friend...gone too soon. You have my heart; I miss you every moment--wait for me at the Bridge, darling boy.

Jenifer

You are my true heart dog. You inspired me to start A.C.E.S. English Setter rescue. Lots of English Setters are alive because you came into my life.

Bonnie Girard

Percy was an unforgettable buff American Cocker Spaniel who was paralyzed from the middle of his back to his tail. He had an incredible love of life and never let his condition get in the way of his wonderful spirit. The emotions he inspired in those who came to know and love him made life magical. He brought a sunshine into our world like no other and we will profoundly miss him for the rest of our lives.

Tony DeLia, Victoria Coutchavlis, Joanne DeLia

Forever in our hearts little one.

L. B. Malvoso

My Beloved Peri


My beloved Peri -
I knew that as you were getting older,
The time would grow closer for your readiness to leave this earth.

Though in my heart I didn't expect it quite so soon -
When I found out earlier this week you had cancer,
Yet, I still didn't want to prepare my self for a future without you.

I drove home that night in the rain with you beside me -
And it was also pouring within my soul,
As the tears streamed down my face.

You have been my companion for sixteen years -
A faithful friend through all that time.
Always being my precious Peri close by my side.

We have been through so much together, the two of us -
Through so much sickness for both,
Yet, we were always there for one another.

I'll never forget the day I brought you home,
Upon my shoulder in the car for sixteen miles.
A loving kitten who purred so much I never noticed your extra thumbs.

Indeed, it was mutual love at first sight -
That grew deeper through the years,
Which saw you through when you were very sick several years ago.

I have never been through so many emotions as I have this week,
Midweek it seemed as if I were going to have to let you go,
As I held you close and my tears gently fell upon your orange fur.

Later this week it seemed as if you were saying it wasn't quite time yet for you to go -
You started to eat a little and purr some more,
Even Benji felt he didn't need to lay by your side.

Last night as I lay on my bed with you on my chest -
Sleeping with your head snuggled close against me,
You seemed to be saying, "I want to stay here just a bit longer, Mom."

So for now, my darling son, Peri -
You are here with me on this earth,
And I will treasure every moment that I have to share with you.

Yet, the one thing I pray most, my dearest Peri -
Is that when it is time for you to be nestled in our Father's arms,
That you will not be afraid to let your mommy know that it is time to let you freely go.

With all my love,

Mommy

LMH
1/26/02

Perky was a wonderful pet, she was loyal and trustworthy, she was always there when you needed someone to cuddle.

Tina Skinner

Gentle Princess.

Laurie, Teri, Kevin, Karl, Pat Kathy & Pete, Lila, Phil, Andy and Merrilee

Hope you will find happiness in the rainbow bridge... we are really missing you so much!

Alice & Simon

To my dear Perry,
I have loved you for 15 years and 4 months. I will love you to the day I die. I hope there is a rainbow bridge and you will be waiting for me when I arrive. I will miss you Perry and miss the happiness you have brought me. I hope I did the right thing when I had you put to sleep, I know that you were suffering. Perry I will never forget your love and devotion. You gave me unconditional love. I will see you in my dreams and in my heart.

Sandie Kaplanis

Petals AKA Momma's Petals came to me when she was 16 years old after her mom passed away she and 5 other of her animal friends were taken to the pound because of her age she was going to be put down she was rescued by a animal sanctuary she came to my home as a foster dog we new this dog didn't have much time left she had lost her hearing and most of her sight she was in rough shape but was still getting around pretty good although she slept most of the time we showered her with love and attention and anything else her old little heart desired we tried to give her the best life we could tell the end came one Saturday night we had some friends over I was in another room I seen her peek around the corner I think she was trying to tell me thank you and goodby I didn't know that at the time so I carried her back in the livingroom laid her in her bed and was petting her she looked to the corner of the room and let out a few little barks and suddenly fell over and started having a seizure I tried to hold her and tell her everything was alright and I loved her very much but her little body was old and tired she stopped breathing I tried to give her mouth to snout res. more for my own self than for her it was her time but it still killed me to see her go that way but it still had to be better for her to pass with us right there loving her then at the dog pound scared and with strangers. I still wonder if it was her 1st mom she was barking at in the corner coming to take her home (I would like to think that) even though I only had the pleasure of taking care of her for a short time she left her paw prints on my heart and I will love her forever and I am thankful she choose us to spend the rest of her life with.

GOODBYE SWEET PETALS I WILL SEE YOU AND MANY OTHER OF MY BABIES AT THE RAINBOW BRIDGE

Tina Frecker

You were always there for me, I'm sorry I didn't get to say goodbye. I loved you so much and I miss you. Love mom

My Dear Petey....I love and miss you so much... I know you are at peace.
I know the Good Lord will take care of you... I will never forget you. I miss your little meows and greetings. I miss you sleeping with me. My Petey was 10 years old when he died. I was so hopeing we would have him for another 10 years. Petey was my baby. You will always be in my heart my dear petey.
Your momma is still with us petey and she misses you. Don't worry petey I will take care of her. My petey was a white tabby cat with orange tail and orange around his ears. We all love and miss you....Hope to see you at rainbow birdge.
Be a good kitty...
We love and miss you bunches.....Mom and Dad and Momma Kitty....God Bless You Petey

You are deeply loved and missed. May God watch over you and protect you till we meet again. All our love Mom, Dad, Matt, Julia, Lucy and Eddie

You left me way too soon, my sweet Pete. But you had no pain and for that I am grateful. I am, however, left with howling emptiness that my tears are trying to fill.

Wherever you are, please know how much I love you. Loved you. I could not have measured the joy you brought me until God took you away from me and now I know. My grief is its mirror and my grief feels endless.

I love you my sweet little dog.

Julie

Dear Pete,

I'll never forget you. You were the best ever. I'm sorry things turned out this way. I'll always love you.

Wait for me at the bridge along with Jack and Tuffy. Take care my love until we meet again.

Love,

Mom

Pete came to us as a rescue 3yrs ago..he had a lot of knowledge and was a wonderful companion and learned quickly..He was clearly under-weight when we got him so his age is only a guess..He loved to dance and mimic coughs..He sang every song he knew daily, running them together and responded to anyone who was crying with love and tenderness..He was quite the compassionate guy and will be missed..

Diane & Carol

My dearest Pete, thank you for making me so happy. I miss you so painfully... and I know I will long for you the rest of my life. I thank God for the time we had together, although it was too short. You made my life so beautiful, and you were with me through the toughest of times. Words cannot properly express how much you mean to me. The memories are not enough to fill this void, and I can only look forward to the day we're together again. You will always be the biggest part of me. I will love you eternally.

Remembering our Peter. (Mr. Hoven) The best black lab ever, always in the doorway, protecting, and tripping us up at the same time. Always missed, always loved.
One year on and you are as close as ever in our hearts, waiting with Bruno on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge,
Love Mum & Dad

Peter was the most wonderful companion cat who lived with me and shared my life for 16.5 years. He will always be missed and I will never forget him!

Susan McClement

Everyone who ever met Peter loved him. He was a great big beautiful black fellow with a deep voice...tall, dark and handsome. He was my best friend, significant other and only child all rolled into one for the past 12 years. Pretty big responsibility for a pet, but he had broad shoulders and the sweetest disposition. I loved him with all my heart and soul. I miss him terribly and wish him an eternity of chasing squirrels, eating biscuits and snoozing in the shade of the deck. Thank you, dear Peter, for all the love and wonderful memories. God bless you.
love always.
Mom

Peter was a dear companion. He was with us until October 8th, 2002. He was the most adorable Dutch Dwarf rabbit that ever was. We got Peter in January of 1994. He lived a good long life. I will miss you, Peter Bunny. I know you are at Rainbow Bridge now. Please wait for me. I hope to meet up with you again someday. There's a hole in my heart where you were. Enjoy the afterlife and be good to all the girl bunnies you meet. You will always be a part of me. I miss you! Love, your momma :)

Peter arrived here uninvited and unannounced about four and a half years ago. He has given us all so much pleasure and been a talking point in the local community since that time. He has survived fireworks, gales and snow and delighted many in the neighbourhood with his strong voice at certain times of the year. Tragically last weekend we found him injured in the garden and despite the best efforts of the local vet he was given sleep this morning.
God bless you Peter for four wonderful years

My little Peteybear, daddy will always have you in my heart. I miss you and your happy little face so much. You touched my life in ways I cannot express. I will cherish you memory for ever. The 2 guys, Hans and Riley who have come to our home will always know your presence and probably even know who sent them. I will see you again but probably not for a long time. Take care.
Love Daddy

This tribute is for Petey Frerichs...the best dog in the world.

I'm Still Here

Friend, please don't mourn for me
I'm still here, though you don't see.
I'm right by your side each night and day
and within your heart I long to stay.

My body is gone but I'm always near.
I'm everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I'll never depart
as long as you keep me alive in your heart.

I'll never wander out of your sight-
I'm the brightest star on a summer night.
I'll never be beyond your reach-
I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach.

I'm the colorful leaves when fall comes around
and the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.

I'm the first bright blossom you'll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
and you'll see that the face in the moon is mine.

When you start thinking there's no one to love you,
you can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
and you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.

I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I'm the smile you see on a baby's face.
Just look for me, friend, I'm everyplace!

Author Unknown

Tracey & Alauna I love you guys.
Love,
Tim & Christin

In Memory of Petey Bacigalupi. 11/30/89 - 8/12/02 Our precious Petey left us and crossed the "Rainbow Bridge" today, leaving us with many tears and heavy hearts. The big brown eyes and doggie smile will be forever missed. Please join us tonight in a candle ceremony in his memory. If you are on the east coast, light your candle at 10:00 p.m. The West Coast: 7:00 p.m. Petey, we will never forget you. Love, your "Mom & Dad" and Moo and Thor

We found you living under the steps and you didn't trust us at first but you turned into a warm and loving friend you tried to teach Max a thing or two about being a dog now he is with you and you two can wait for me and your new Mom I miss you good boy and the bed has been empty since you left I hope you liked your home for a short time you were with us

Patrick

In memory of my son's beloved boxer, Petey, who crossed over on July 10,2002, from cancer. My son's heart is broken. Time will allow him to know that he will see Petey again and it will be a joyful reunion. Please light a candle for Petey.

Shearon

Petra was my best friend and the greatest dog anyone could ever ask for. She was always happy to see me and loved people. She was one of the only dogs that I have owned that never barked. She was a quite girl, but you always knew when she was around. She was a little fighter and had suffered long enough. Last year she was diagnosed with cancer of her gums and last month the cancer spread to her liver. She fought so hard to stay with us, but it was not to be. She is gone from my life but not from my heart. Rest Peaceful - You deserve it. I will miss you forever.

Kathryn Evans

She was the most goodest kitty ever..I always told her this. She died from hyperthyroidism and cancer. I don't think I will ever get over her death. I never had children, so I made these cats my kids. I had her since she was 8 weeks old. I think this is worse than a person dying. I don't know how to make it stop hurting. It's like my heart has been ripped right out of me. The only thing helping is I still have her best friend Chester cat (my handsome boy) and I have to make sure he is OK. He keeps looking for her and sitting by her urn.

Jennifer Riesmeyer

Peyton,
Our lives are better having known you. You are loved and missed so very much. Thank you for being the wonderful friend you were. Forever in our hearts.
Teresa & Stacie

Pfloyd was the light of my life for twelve short years. Whenever I was lonely or sad, he always comforted me and made me feel better. He had a wonderful personality and was loved by everyone who met him. Even when he was in terrible pain, he didn't want to give up. He was a trooper and is missed greatly.

Pfloyd, you will always be my precious baby and I can't wait until we are together again. I miss you every day and think of the great times we had together. Please know that I love you and would have done anything to keep you from the pain of the cancer. I am just sorry that it took so long to diagnose and you had to suffer like you did. We let you go because we couldn't stand to see you suffering any longer. I'm sorry we couldn't do more. I love you.

Lord, I pray that you will hold my baby in your arms and let your perpetual light shine upon him. Please keep him close until I can be there with him.

Jill McDonald

Phantom, when I adopted you, I wanted you to be free from leashes, chains, fences etc., and searched to create the perfect environment.

Freedom always has a price, and eventually you paid for it. You were loyal to me, loving, silly, handsome and smart. My heart aches when I think of how you died. Always remember, you didn't deserve to die, and you were a good dog.

Phantom, you gave me four years of love, joy, and laughter.

Barbara

Although you are not here with us on earth You are always and forever in our hearts

Mark and Shirley Pallito

Phantom was my best friend for seven years. He was a great agility dog. A real daredevil and very brave. You only had to look at his sweet face to fall in love with him. He struggled with a disc problem and back surgery for about a year, but now he is at the Rainbow Bridge and is certainly saying "Look Mom, see what I can do again!!" Everyone who knew this little guy will love him forever.

Carla Boudrot

Phantom: We are so proud of you, our brave little warrior. We hope you find peace beyond the Rainbow where there are no bad health days and you can be renewed and whole. We will miss you terribly each and every day, but thank you for the 7-1/2 years of joy you brought to all of us. Watch over Tomcat and Sissy to ensure their safety as you are now our very own little Angel. Love to you always -- Mommy, Daddy, Tomcat and Sissy OXOXOXOXOX

Run without pain, you were our first but because of your kind heart and gentle soul we will adopt again and again. We miss you so much. You were the perfect gentleman even at the very end.

Linda and Chuck Falcon

Best friend and Bubba Girl for 17 years. She asked for so little but gave so much.

Phiki McGehee, a.k.a. Phik-o-let, SuperPhik, Phiki-baby, Phik, Phik-a-poo

My little Phiki…today I had to make the hardest decision. You and your siblings have battled feline leukemia for a year, and I honestly thought you'd be with me until the very end. You were always the most energetic, most intelligent kitty. After all, Phiki comes from "Philosophical Kitty"! I know by now you realize how shocked I was that you were dying from anemia…it happened so horribly fast.

On one hand, I'm glad it was so quick. The last thing I want is for you to suffer. But I wanted so many more years with you. You always had contact with me, from the very beginning. I've been in your life since you were 6 days old. As a baby-ki, you would stand tall next to me or Greg, and place your little right paw on one of our feet, and look up at us so proudly. As you got older, you maintained such close contact, and made certain you were snuggled in good and close at bedtime as well. Oh, and you snored, too! I loved hearing that.

And when I bought this house so I could keep all of you babies, you immediately laid claim to my bedroom closet AND the laundry room! You would lay in front of the laundry room door, and as I came around the corner you would jump up, with a gleeful "meh-ee-er-ow-ow-ow", RUN to the scratching posts in the bedroom, do a cursory paw placement on them, turn and give a fierce "eeh-EERRRR-row", and tap the closet door. That was SUPPOSED to be my cue to open it for you so you could inspect. And, most times, I gave in.

If I didn't let you in, but you ran between my legs and got in anyway, you would let me pick you up and put you back out in the bedroom without a fight because you had already won the battle by getting in the closet regardless!

When I found out you babies had leukemia, I did everything I could to keep you healthy. I also prayed EVERY NIGHT for excellent health for all of you, so we could spend many more years together. But for some reason, one that I cannot understand yet, God had other plans for you. I hated having to have you PTS, but at least the prayer that your passage would be peaceful was answered. For the first time in almost a week, the last hour we were together your breathing and heart rate were almost normal. You purred in my lap while we waited, and when the time came we looked in each others eyes and I stroked your head and told you how much I love you, and then you were gone.

It is selfish of me to wish you were still here, because I know you are in a much nicer place now. No more feeling sick or weak, just happiness and love, and waiting for the time when we can be together again. If you get the chance, please tell Chat I said hello and I love her.

I hope you enjoyed our last week together, sleeping in the bedroom closet, and sometimes joining me in the sleeping bag. I'll never forget it.

I miss you, baby. We'll be together again sometime soon. In the meantime, enjoy discovering what your new life is like at the Rainbow Bridge.

(((Phik-o-let)))

All my love, Melissa

Sweet, sweet dog. Very missed by owner and Mike, her dog friend.

Now you get to look down at those silly birds who used to tease you!!! Miss you, Pashy.

Our baby Phoebe passed on just after routine surgery last week. What a shock to get a call of "unfortunate news". She seemed so healthy. I went and held her -- she really looked like she was sleeping and it was hard to leave her. I picked up her cremated remains yesterday, the hurt is so deep. We have three other cats (and have just adopted another kitten), and I never expected that the baby would be the one to go :( :::

I only hope that she was spared a life of disease -- the vet thinks she may have had a heart defect. Poor, poor baby.

My 5 year old daughter said "Phoebe's spirit left her body and rose up in the air when she died. She's not in her body anymore." She later said, "It's sad that Phoebe didn't have a birthday with us, but she'll have a really big birthday with God and all the other animals. She's running around wild in Heaven."

Truly, my children's comments have helped me through this more than anything. They are so matter-of-fact and accepting of death -- they know it is only a beginning. Sure, they keep saying they miss Phoebe (My ydd asked if we could send a card to heaven for Phoebe -- I told her that Phoebe knew she was making a card and could feel her love), but they *know* she is in a better place. I only wish I could be so accepting. I guess as we get older, we get more selfish. I am trying to follow my children's example and focus on the positive.

thanks for reading.

Kerry

I miss you. Sleeping beside me, keeping each other warm on those winter nights. Sitting on my lap while watching TV. Beside me while I practiced my music. Thank you for being there where no one else could.

Ron Wagoner

To my beloved Phoebe: I shall deeply miss your effervescence, your eagerness to please, the love you taught me to accept. You were my child, my partner, my confidant and, most of all, my life. I know that in time my tears will fade, but the love I hold for you will only grow stronger. I miss you so much......

Paul G. Rider

Dear Phoebe had the most gloriously beautiful fur anyone had every seen. She had a deep, long, contented purr, and let me rest my head on her (I called her my "purring pillow"). She had a sense of humor and was also sometimes cranky and aggressive. Nevertheless I loved her very much. We spent twelve years together, and when I had to have her euthanized two weeks ago it was wrenching to have to say goodbye. I will never forget her.

Kirin Nielsen

You have been at the Bridge now for 6 years and I still miss you so...You are my heart and soul, Little Phebe. One day we will be together again. Thank you for all you gave and taught me...You changed my life...

Debbie Foray

Where is my baby? I ask

No answer and you did not come to me.

Where is my baby Phoenix? I ask again.

Yet you did not show.

Then I remembered you went to the vet's.

Throughout the weekend when we stayed down here,

It felt like you'd gone to the kennels.

Yet I missed you terribly.

Come Monday, we hadn't gone anywhere

And you hadn't come home.

I waited to here you scratching on our bedroom door.

But that never happened.

You were probably on the lawn,

Saying goodbye to those going to work or school.

Yet I did not hear your bark.

In the bathroom, I stretched out my hand to stroke your head

But there was nothing there but vacuum

I searched for you all day

Come evening, I heard the other dogs welcoming the home-comers

I did not hear your bark

I opened the terrace door

But you did not come in.

Where is my baby?

I keep asking yet you do not show up.

There is something terribly wrong

'Cos my insides are hurting.

Where is my baby Phoenix?

I am told you are at Rainbow Bridge

Waiting to meet up with us.

Remember we love you very much.

Mum, Dad and Emmanuel

XXXXXXXX

She was a beautiful old soul who stayed with us longer than anyone has, who loved us deeper than anyone ever, and who protected us when others would not. She deserved to go quieter than fate would have it but she handled that with grace and dignity. When she finally closed her eyes, she and I were nose to nose - the way she would greet me each morning. I wanted her to sense my presence, feel my love, and to know that it was okay to go. We want God to let her know that she will not be replaced. We want her to wait for us. We'll be along eventually. Goodbye, Phoenix-love; for now.

Susan, Erienne, and Sean McCoole

Phoenix was the greatest dog. He was very friendly to people and animals alike. One day while crossing the street in front of our house, a car hit him; he died on impact. I don't know if he knows that we rushed him to the vet (even though we knew he wasn't with us anymore) and I hope he knows how much we miss him. His brother Tex (a great dane) misses him too! We love you Phoenix.

Mommy, Daddy, and Tex

Phoenix was a true and special friend, a natural mother to all types of animals, hamsters, cats, guinea pigs, and turtles, I guess they were all puppies to her.
Kind, loving, gentle, and sweet, my precious phoenix is sorely missed. God bless you baby, Mama loves you.

Betty Dewille

When I look outside, I still see him frolicking in the grass the way he did when he chewed a hole thru the screen door to play in the sun. Eating my morning oatmeal, I keep expecting him to charge around the corner and try to crawl in that steaming bowl again, lifting his little oat filled paws up to lick. His bed is empty, Ophelia won't even go upstairs. She's lonely, and so am I. But I know, somewhere, my little dog is back on that prairie. He's running, and chasing and playing with all those other little Prairie dogs. And I know that when the time comes for my little Ophelia to leave me, he'll be there, with his heart full of lovies and his nose of kisses, and she won't be afraid. And someday, sooner or later, my babies and I will be together again.

Phooie-
I'm sorry I wasn't with you at the end, thank you for all the wonderful years, your squeaks and even your 'love' bites. Til we meet again little girl...
love
mom

My sweet little Pia, It's been a little over a month since you've been gone and I miss you terribly..You have meant so much to me in your time here on earth. I did what I could for you sweet Pia because you were always there for me. We've gone through so many changes together. I moved out , got married, had children, the divorce, new house, and so on. And you were there faithfully every day, every step I took. You were there through good times and bad. I don't know how I will make it w/o you. I will remember you always. You have brought so much joy to my life. You have shown me the true meaning of unconditional love and I will never forget it. I know you will be there waiting for me at the Rainbow Bridge. You have never let me down. I'll bring the mini-chunks and chew man, you just bring yourself. I'll meet you there and I love you! Miss you, MOMMY

The Mynahan-McKenzie Family

Piccolina fue una hermosa perrita foxterrier pelo liso que desde pequeña presento problemas de asma bronquial. La humedad de la region donde vivimos empeoraba sus crisis, sobre todo en invierno. Ella sufrio mucho durante toda su existencia por los continuos tratamientos medicos a los que tuvo que someterse, no obstante su amor por la vida le hacia sobreponorse a su enfermedad y toleraba con estoicismo las inyecciones de broncodilatador que recibia continuamente. Siempre estaba dispuesta a subir al auto para ir de paseo. Excelente guardian de casa no permitia a rata o gato alguno acercarse al jardin. Era muy juguetona y adoraba correr tras la pelota sobre el pasto y ver la t.v. aguardaba pacientemente tras la puerta nuestra llegada del trabajo para volcarse en saltos y cariños de bienvenida. Mi madre tenia problemas con las venas de sus piernas y le pedia a piccolina que saltara suavemente para no lastimarla, lo que la perrita hacia como si la considerase por ello.
El invierno de 1996 fue muy dificil para ella. Su salud empeoro, sin embargo al inicio de la primavera parecia mejorar. Una tarde al regresar del trabajo no la encontramos en la puerta de la cochera como de costumbre. Estaba dentro tirada en el piso, jadeando...por su nariz brotaba sangre y en sus ojos tristes fijos en nosotros se vislumbraba el preambulo de la despedida. Inmediatamente la llevamos al veterinario que nada pudo hacer, ya que sus pulmones estaban seriamente afectados. Mientras la acariciabamos entre lagrimas y palabras de confort, el medico le aplico la inyeccion que alivio su dolor para siempre. Regresamos a casa con ella entre los brazos. Mi esposo cabo la tumba en nuestro jardin, yo le agradeci su amor, fidelidad y compañia. Nuestros otros peludos pirrol y zorrita tambien sintieron mucho su partida.
A cinco años de su despedida, aun la recordamos con amor y melancolia, pero estamos seguros de algun dia, volverla a encontrar.
El pasado diciembre con alegria debio dar la bienvenida al puente a zorrita e imaginamos que ahora juntas esperan por nosotros.

Marisa y Victor Carrillo

Ciao Piccolo...
....Grazie!!
Antonella E Carlo

He certainly wasn't the best behaved cat in the world. But he was ours. He would greet me each morning and go to bed with me each night. He drooled whenever anyone petted him. Whenever anyone said a kind word to him, he would fall down and show us his belly. He loved children. He enjoyed going into my classroom and greeting my second and third graders. He was an odd cat. You could actually talk to him and he would "talk" back. I miss laying in bed and watching his tail bop into the room. I miss him purring beside me. I even miss the black hair on the white couch. Most of all, we miss our friend. We love you, Pickles. We miss you so much!

Marni Dudley

Pickles---your courage, and love were taken too soon. Your pain is now ended

Pickle it has almost been a year but I miss you like it was yesterday....
I know deep in my heart I tried everything I could to help you but it wasn't enough...I'm so sorry!!
I placed you in their arms hoping they would help you and I didn't know this would happen...please forget me!!!
I miss you!!!!!

Caroline

Pidgy was a very special wild caught bird that we adopted through a rescue. She had had a very tough life. We hope that we were able to give her some happiness in the few months that we had her. Pidgy I hope that wherever you are, that you are flying again with your flock. I want you to know that we loved you very much and we tried to do everything we could to help you.

We love you,

Jon and Deb

My little Mimi, you were my sunshine in the morning, and my sunlight when I came home at night. You meant so much to me, and I will always love you until the day I will see you again in heaven. I miss you so much. You were the best friend I ever had and I will never, ever forget you.

Annmarie

Pierre was an amazing cat with supreme confidence, trust, patience and had a strong love for life and the people and animals he shared his life with. He touched everyone and will be remembered by many lovingly. We are finding it very hard to come to terms with our grief.

Anne & Ashley

Little Bit, you will always be in our hearts. You brought a light to our lives that will always shine eternally. You have also taught us so much about unconditional love and what life is really all about. Thank you for coming to us and sharing your short life with us. You were a wonderful blessing for all that were around you. We will love you forever and a day. Just remember, I will come to meet you at Rainbow Bridge when the time is right. Then we will be together forever and always. With all my Love, Mom

Rest in peace my darling. Ilsekis ramybeje meiluti...

Indre

Piggy,
You are still my loved little one.
I will always remember how you would always run to me in the kitchen and always slide pass me.
May your little and joyful soul rest in peace for I now you had to be in pain.
I will always remember and love you till the day that we meet
again.
Love,
your daddy.

I miss you Piglet and you'll always be my little bottle baby.

Monica Brink

You were a special friend and loving companion. The joy and unconditional love you gave to all of us knew no boundaries. We were graced by God with your presence. The hole in our spirits from your passing will always be a reminder of the power of your life in ours. Thank you for your gifts. Even as the alpha male, you gave us comfort, happiness, laughter, and delight. We will see you when we cross over. Have fun chasing the water while you wait.

Richard J. Duckworth, Debra Hyland-Duckworth, Jeremy, Anna, Keko, Milo, Emma, Mr. Bigglesworth, Shadow

I love you, Pillow.

Beth

We love and miss you and wait to see you again

Twyman Family

Pinky will be loved forever...I will never forget her.

Debbie Levin

I love you and will muss you everyday

Lalena Chacon

Pintito, gatito lindo: perdoname por no haber hecho mas por ti y por tomar decisiones sobre una vida que no es la mia. Te prometi ver por ti pero no pude cumplir mi promesa. Espero al menos haber llevado algo de calor a tu vida de gato callejero. Nos veremos en el cielo. Te quiero. Sam

Sam Naranjo

My dearest Pip, I will love you forever and think of you everyday playing with Peter and all of the other beautiful animals at the Rainbow Bridge. I know we will see each other again some day and until then, know that I love you dearly my sweetest bird and rest in peace. "Bur pee der". Tyler

We love you little Pip!

Anna and Mike Wachala

Cleveland Amory had it wrong - Pip was the best cat ever. Words cannot express what a gentle, loving cat he was and what a joy he was to have.

Kathryn Haught

Baby boy,

You were always there for me. Nobody could resist that smile of yours. And seeing it always brought me joy.

Piper, you're my best friend. You always have been, you always will be. I'll always keep you with me in my heart.

Have fun while waiting on me at the bridge, big boy.

Love,
Daddy

Darling Pippie,

You were such a precious mouse and wonderful Mummy to your 7 babies. We will miss you forever. We can still picture the way you looked that day when we found you ~ it breaks our heart. Your tumour had burst and you had bled to death. We are so sorry that you had to go this way. Love you little one.

Amanda

Baby Pippin, we had you for such a short time. We loved you at first sight, along with your furry snuggle buddy, Twinkle. You hopped a little slower than Twinkle, but you had a lot of heart. We will miss you so much, but I know that you are at the Rainbow Bridge and will feel no pain, even though you had such a short life I hope bringing you home with Twinklw made your last days a little better. You touched me deeply and I will miss your nibbles.

PITA

I loved you more than life itself. Losing you was and is so unnatural and painful!
You we're so kind, wicked, unique, sometimes grumpy (I loved that about you), huggleable and BEAUTIFUL!
The house is so empty now. My arms are so lost without you in them! Even my mouth is so lost now that I can not kiss you over and over again. You're are so very much missed by me and all the other people who knew you!!
I can't stop crying now that you are gone!
I love you so very, very, very much!!
I will never love another cat because you are so irreplaceable .
I thank you from the bottom of my heart that you came in my life for 11 years ! You died to young, I always counted that you would become at least 20 years. I'm so sorry that I couldn't protect you or make you better when you're little precious heart stopped beating . I hope you felt my love for you when you died in my arms.
You and I we're meant to be together !
I have hundreds of pictures and uncountable memories of you. I will cherish them for the rest of my life. But most of all : as the sun in my life you will shine forever!!!!
Pita, you will be in my heart for the rest of my life and when I die I will run to the Rainbow Bridge to embrace you with all my love that I have especially for you!!!!!

With so much love from me :Diantha

Pixel, I will miss our talks when I come home from work and you sleeping on my knee. Everyone misses you and it won't be the same without you. No more hair on my coat, stealing my food, and the meow you made when I called your name. Now you are with God, I'll see you in about 50 yrs. We'll have to catch up then. Love you Pix, tell Cali I still miss and love her too.

Jason Reese

Pixel was a very unusual cat. He was born in a hen house and had chickens sit on him like he was a chick. He decided he wanted better than to be a barn cat and persuaded us to take him home. As a kitten who loved to sit on the dashboard of the car and go for rides. He was a gentle soul. He brought me an injured chipmunk one time and an injured bird a second time. In neither case did he injury the animal, just picked it up and delivered it to me. In his younger years he loved to explore and his favorite game was try-to-catch-me. As other cats were added to the household he took them under his paw and taught them what he thought they should know. He was known for "singing" well into the night. Every morning he would sit beside the tub while my husband showered and "talk" to him. He lost his sight the last year of his life but never let it slow him down. At the end his liver failed and the kindest thing we could do was help him across the Rainbow Bridge. You are missed Pixel but I know you are in good company on the other side of the Bridge.

He was a good cat and a wonderful friend.

Craig

Good bye Pixie. I still think of you - my little old lady with the attitude. You were a real fighter right till the end. I will never forget how happy Rikki was to see you and to finally have a companion, and how you responded to that by hissing at him, stealing his hammock, and refusing to let him near the food dish until you were done with it. But even though you always enjoyed your time alone, you learned to love him as he loved you. Rest now my frail little lady. The time came to stop fighting and be at peace. And Rikki joined you again this month. Now you and he - and the others - can wait for me. I will see you again someday. I love you and miss you.

Karen

My lovely friend and soothing confidant... I'll hold you forever in my heart until the wonderful day when we will meet again. Though the way will be long and hard without you, and the nights lonely without your inquisitive caress after work... the love and friendship we shared during our life together will forever be a blessing that I am grateful to have received from you. I love you always, as I did at age 8 and as I will at 80.

Our hearts will forever be with our "SuckyDog". We called her that because she was so spoiled and loved dearly. You are no longer suffering and you are as happy as you will ever be right now keeping Aunty Jo company until we can meet again. We are completely lost without you, we miss you so much. You will forever be in our hearts until the day we die.

Love Always Mel, Mom & Dad, Patty and Mike.

Dear Pixie

I miss you so much. The way you died was the worst death anything could ever die. Pixie when you left you took halve my heart with you. I am sitting here crying as I write this. Pixie I can't wait till the day that we meet again. When we meet we will cross Rainbow Bridge together, never to be parted again.
I love you
Kirsty xxxxxx

My special pal, my loyal companion, my mommy dog, my Frisbee catcher, my love for 15 years. You will sleep in your special place outside my door in the hallway forever. But find your dad, Lance, and Lucky, and meet Scruffy - and wait together for me at the Bridge. I love you all and look forward to being together again.

Betty

P.J.'s first job was a race horse. Her second job was being my best friend.

Our precious little girl came to me at a very special time. I was ill and found her when she was five weeks old. She brought me such comfort and unconditional love. She was a God send. Myself and my daughter Kursti, will miss this little delight for the rest of our lives. Her pitch black coat and little left ear that flopped down, will be a picture in our minds, that will never cease. We know that she is without pain now and that's just about all the comfort we have regarding her death. PJ, we miss you so. Just know that we loved you soooo very much.

Carolyn and Kursti Hamilton

Forever in our hearts! You have been a faithful companion and will be truely missed! We love you!
Rick, Denise, Brad, and Kristen

To the one who brought much happiness to our lives, whom now is gone we will always love you and you will always have a place in our hearts. We needed you then as the same we need you now.
P.S We miss you always LOVE YOU ALWAYS
MOM DAD

P.J. was the gentle, noble patriarch of our pride, which included both 2-leggers and his fellow felines. In his 12 years he tutored many kittens in "Cat-isims", according to "The way of the Cat". He accepted and loved each new furry guest as a new kitten of his very own. And to those of us with just 2 legs, he was especially affectionate and attentive to our needs every day. He was born in TX, moved to CA, and then settled in OR. He befriended many (human) ladies along the way and played endlessly with all the children he met. None could refuse the brilliance of his piercing yellow-green eyes, and the roar of his loud "Harley-like" purr. Just rest your ear on his tummy and peace was yours that day.

He is crossing the Rainbow Bridge now, but his legacy lives on in the lives of the many children and kittens who's lives he has touched.

P.K. was truely my best friend. The minute I saw him 10 years ago, we bonded and fell in love with each other. I will never be able to describe to another the bond that we had. After a long bout with diabetes, heart failure, and hyperthyroidism, he lost his battle today. He was in so much pain, that my husband and I had to take him to our vets. There was nothing anyone could do. Petey, as we often called him, looked up at me, with those beautiful golden eyes, and smile with a look of, "It's okay Mom, let me go with Jesus." Even though Petey is in Heaven now, it hurts so much. I can't believe the pain we are all going through. We buried him today, and saying good-bye was so hard. I miss him so much. Someday I know I will be with my precious boy again, and that will be the best ever. But for now, the pain of his loss is unbearable. Pray for us, if you read this. Thanks. May your life be blessed with the kind of love I had with my honey boy Pete.

To My Very Special PK: You are one in a million and there will never be another one like you. You have been my very special friend for the past 15 years and I love you very much and will miss you!! I will remember our special times together and the joy that you brought into my life and later into Steve's. I know that you are in a better place now and that you have met up with SB and are having a very happy reunion. I look forward to meeting you at the Rainbow Bridge and we will all be together again. In the meantime, I know that you will be watching over us. Steve says Thank you for the good times and accepting him even when he couldn't accept you at first. He says that he is glad you both became such good friends. Be at peace, my friend, you will be missed by all your other human friends, especially David and Denise too. Dave sends his love and many rubber bands. Love, Mom Kathe and Dad Steve.

PK was my angel.

I received her for my 15th birthday from my parents. She was very much loved. I would not be here today if it were not for her beautiful personality that carried me through my recovery from depression.

Unfortunately, PK was taken by cancer.

PK will never be forgotten. Her intelligence, winning personality and friendship will remain in my heart forever and ever.

I look forward to cuddling her again when my time comes.

I love you PK, my little girl, my angel.

Sarah

The Gentlest, sweetness dog that anyone could ever ask for. You have brought great happiness and love to our lives for so many years. You are truly a Rainbow Bridge animal if ever there was one. You will be missed more than you can imagine.

Anthony

There are not many times in a persons' life when they can claim to have shared time with a true friend. It is the most precious gift life has to offer.
As an animal lover I have had the privilege of acceptance from many wonderful and memorable pets. Each one unique in their own way, each one irreplaceable.
Plato had the ability to make everyone in his life feel special. His ever happy spirit lifted me even in my worst of times. Able to sense my feelings and emotions, he was most generous and loving in his attempts to brighten my day. In the end, when he was enduring his own pain, he seemed most concerned to rid me of my fear and sorrow, and made me feel that my presence with him eased his discomfort.
I pray that Plato finds much love and light in the spirit world, and I wait for the day that we will be able to greet each other again. I know he will be waiting.
I love you and miss you Plato, my precious friend. Blessed be. Mommy

Farewell, little light-bringer!
You gave me the love and strength to recover from serious illness. You've been the light keeping me on the way.
You've been my joy throughout the years.
Rest now in love and peace!

Bill Fuller

Plucky left us today (06/10/02) and went on to be someone else's little angel.

Plucky was a black and white kitty with a black freckle on her nose. She was born in April, 2001 and we found her (abandoned) when she was about 3 weeks old. She came into our lives at a time when all that was around the household was darkness because we were losing another special furbaby to cancer. Plucky taught us to laugh and to play again.

And yet today, all we can do is to cry. Ironically, the same cancer that claimed the first angel claimed Plucky very quickly. We weren't even aware that she was ill - as was her nature - to be stoic and strong to the end. We are blessed to have had her in our lives and truly believe she was an angel from God.

Our hearts are broken and we miss her terribly. The household will not be the same without the "little monkey" jumping around and carrying her black and white panda, or chasing a ball into the bathtub, or splashing the running water in the sink all over the bathroom mirror. We don't understand why she was taken from us so quickly, but we know that there is a greater being in control - a being of love and compassion and we know that Plucky knew she was loved during her stay with us.

Plucky, we will always love and remember you sweetie!!!

-Billie Juarez

My Sweet Plum Cat,

I will never stop loving you, missing you, hurting for you. You brought so much happiness to me during a difficult time in my life and stayed with me through so many changes. Some happy some sad. I wish we had more time it's so unfair. I was truly blessed that you graced my life for 9 years and you truly were a gift from God. I miss you baby and I can't wait to hold you again in Heaven. I'll love you forever.

Jules

My precious Plum cat I love you and always will love you til forever. I am so sorry things happened. I hope you can forgive me for making the decision that was made. You were so full of life. I miss playing hide and seek with you, I miss holding you and I just miss your precious face. I look forward to the day when we meet again at Rainbow Bridge. Until then please know that I will never forget you and never stop loving you. You will always be my precious baby. I love you Plum cat. Love Mama

He is a part of my soul

Graciela

For nine years we were blessed with a most gentle and loving dog, his name is Pluto. Yesterday he left us. It was not his intention to cause us sorrow, he was tired and we understand. We are very thankful to have had him in our lives. Our love for him will forever be in our hearts.

Floyd and Nick

Your life was too short. There was nothing I could do to save you. I miss you. You are so precious to me. I wish I had hugged you on last time before saying good-bye.

Your Mommy

POCO- He was my love, my soft furry soulmate. Poco was my first kitten. He was so unique so special that many followed. Over the years I have had different kitties that I have shared love with, Poco aka BOSS CAT, helped raise them all. He never had "children" of his own, but he was the best adopted "Daddy" ever. He was strict, but loving. They all knew who was in charge. POCO called me "MOM, when called, he'd answer "WHAT"? The pain of his loss has yet to ease. His physical remains are in a small Cedar Box trimmed in Gold with a gold plate that says "POCO", goldlock and key. His Spirit will live in my heart forever.

Shirley Cressman

Sweet Poet, You were a gentle soul that blessed us for 4 wonderful years. You lay in my belly when Justin was inside and he moved to the sound of your purr. When he came home, the two of you knew each other. You always came to me to calm my tears and always knew when I was ill and you tried so hard to heal me. You loved the kids and never rejected their touch, though sometimes, it was rough, as babies can be. But they loved you and I love you and Alex loves you. And I will see you again. Take care of your brothers and sisters at the Bridge as they will take care of you. Wait for me, I will see you again. I miss you so much. Maria

Goodbye my friend

Rosie Dubravac

You outshined all our pets with shining loving personality. Our hearts are broken.

Chris

I would like to send a tribute to my dog " Pokey " who died of old age related problems on September 27th, three years ago. He was a Blk/Wht Terrior/Spanial/Pom mix. I would also like to send a tribute to my elderly dog " Alfred " who also died of old age related problems. He was a Blk/Tan Lab/Shepherd/Dalmation mix that I had from the day he was born, he was my baby teddy bear! I never loved or been so loved in my life!!! Alfred died 6 years ago. Pokey & Alfred died at the age of 15 years. I still grieve for them and I do not think the pain will ever go away! Lillian

Pokie the cat was a small black cat with a white spot on her chest and belly. Very sweet cat who liked to poke her paw and rub noses with you. She also liked to sit on a ledge with her back leg draped over it.

She was very sick for a week and tried to fight.

She was born very small and weak and I was very happy that she even survived. She got sick all of a sudden and probably passed on due to organ damage from diabetes. PLEASE HAVE YOUR CAT TESTED IF THEY ARE UNDERWEIGHT OR OVERWEIGHT. Diabetes can be treated.

We will miss Pokie and I am sorry I did not pick up on her illness sooner.

Rest in peace Pokie. We love you-Lorna and Bob.

You were a beautiful companion, friend to Mony and Fala and special to everyone. You lived a long, wonderful life with many ups and a few downs. I tried to give you the best of everything to try and make up for all the mistreated animals that I couldn't reach. You were so spoiled, but I would not have it any other way. I will miss your constantly smiling face, perky ears and the every wagging fluffy tail curled up over your back. We spent every day of 15 years together; playing, singing and eating together. 8 Feb. 2002-Today I got up. You were not there looking up at me wanting to go out and play. I missed the padding of those tiny feet behind me on the kitchen floor and the joy of watching you eat as you always lapped up every bite, looking up with your bright eyes and thanking me for such a great life. I know you are in a wonderful place and will never be alone. You will be with me forever and we will be together again soon, I promise. I miss you and will love you always. -Dad-

Polar Bear, our sweet, sweet Polar Bear. There are not words adequate enough to describe the depth of our love for you, or the gratitude for the unconditional love you gave us. You gave us 10 glorious years of love and laughter -- how could one kitty be so silly and funny? We are heartbroken over losing you; it was so sudden and unexpected, and there was nothing that anyone could have done to prevent your sickness or save your life. We loved you too much to make you hang on for our sake. Rest well, we'll see you at the bridge.

Love,

Mom and Dad, Miracle, Floyd, and Panda Bear

TRIBUTE TO MY POLLY(WOG)
When you were a tiny puppy with your dark body and little black tail, you looked just like a tadpole-so you became our Pollywog. You were such a special friend to me. I am so glad for the time we had together during your last days-
I am so thankful I took you to the lake with me, out for a boatride-walking the shore looking for arrowheads-Even though I knew you weren't feeling real good, I know how much you loved going out with me. I also knew in my heart that it would be our last time together.
The next morning you wouldn't eat any pizza with me and that night you didn't want to go back to the lake. I'm so glad that I was able to know and to tell you goodbye.
I am also very thankful that you didn't suffer any more than the last few days.
I will always love and remember you-Please wait for me at the bridge and we'll go find some more arrowheads in heaven.
Mommy loves and misses you very much. You're a really good dog!!!

Dear Polo,
I am doing this for cathartic reasons. It's been 3 weeks since cancer took you from us. I miss you so much. I watch the video of you daily, and cry. You are such a special girl, and I will always love and miss you. I have such a sad feeling without you. Gerald misses you too, and Dad Greg is also sad. You were the best girl and companion. I wish you could've lived forever. I hope you are safe and feeling better. I can't wait for the day for us to be reunited. I am glad you are home with us now. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU.

DAD JEFF

Polywednesday You will always be my kitten, my best friend and so much a part of the best year of my life. I will never see a Q-tip, window, or little black kitty and not think of you and the fun we had. Thank you for staying as long as you could. I miss you but I know we'll see each other again.

Julie Lantrip and Matt Pence

My beloved Pomellino passed away last night. He left a brother and a sister behind, and we'll never forget him. Farewell Pomellino, my sweety.

Sabrina

Poncho was like Lassie except in cat form. He was always in tune with what was happening, how everyone felt and even alerted people when someone needed help. He was very patient and always wagged/tapped his tail. He put everyone else before himself. Today, 2/27/02 Poncho wagged his tail for the last time. A week ago it was discovered that he had terminal cancer and was suffering. After being at the vet for 5 days in a row, I said Good bye - it still doesn't seem real to me and I can't find the words to say how much I will miss him. I can only say how Lucky I was to have him come into my life 11 years ago.

Karen Swanson

Ponzi was the sweetest cat to ever. She came in to my life on December 23, 1985 as a six week old kitten. My cousins cat had a litter and this kitten chose me by mewing when I asked if she wanted to come home with me.

During here entire 16 1/2 years, she "talked" just as she had that fist day. She would carry on conversations with a varied meow.

Ponzi was a very loving cat, or cat-let as I called her. She was a tiny cat, so she earned the name cat-let as she wasn't as big as most adult cats. She loved to be held, loved to snuggle and purred all the time! One of the funniest moments was when I had to scold her once...her ears went back, her eyes were little slits, but she purred loud and clear. It was all I could do not to laugh.

The first day I had her, I had to laugh. She had never been indoors before. She had been born on 52 acres and had lived in a shelter outside of the house. So when it came time for that first trip to the litter box, she decided that the Christmas tree smelled like outside, so that MUST be the place to "go." She "dug a hole" and went on the carpet. She did that twice that day, and after that, figured out that the little box in the bathroom was for her.

Ponzi was an indoor only cat, well except for one afternoon. Her "sister" a cat 4 years younger, decided that all three cats should "make a break for it" and knocked out a screen. The three were sitting on the driveway with the "I want back in" look. They never did that again.

Right up to her last day, Ponzi was a happy kitty. She purred all the time. On the day I took her to the vet for exploratory surgery, even though she must have been in pain (we found out she had cancer) she wanted to eat, be held and purred like crazy.

I will miss her more than I can ever express. No other pet has made the impression on me that my little Ponzi cat....a kitty who lived in three different decades.

Kathy Reese

Dear Pooby, who am I without you? You were my best friend and I will never ever forget you. I hope you are lying in a patch of sun and breathing without effort and there is all the cheese and butter and pancakes you ever wanted. I love you, Cindy

A lovely character will be missed

Gloria

Mommy loves and misses you dearly.
I hope you are in a better place now. take care of Sonny and Chico.

We would just like to say how very much we loved our Pooey kittie. She is very much missed by us. She lived a long, happy, life of 16 years with all the love and adoration she deserved. She was our quiet one and deserves to be remembered. We hope she is at peace now and romping about in green fields of grass. Love Mom and Dad........

Pooh,

Your unconditional love, your patience, your playfulness has enriched my life. You were my companion, my loyal little friend. I enjoyed watching you grow, teaching you to play ball and run with you in the mountains.

I will miss all of you, I still want you, I still love you.
How I will try to keep the memory of your face. You will always be in my heart, my head and my soul. I love you Pooh

Good-by my little friend......

Teri McKown

Pooh Bear was just a stray kitty that came into our lives a little over 2 years ago. He became much, much more than just a stray though, he was the best thing that could have happened to us. From the moment he entered our lives - the sun shined brighter, the world was a better place.
We will miss him tremendously. He was taken too quickly from us, but we know that he will be there at Rainbow Bridge with a great big purrrrr to great us. Thank you god for sharing him with us.

my sweet little girl, when you left I was heart broken, I still miss you, and I still cry when ever I think of you, you were four years old, and my sweet little one, I held you close until you passed- over the rain bow bridge, we will be together again soon. mommy and daddy

Linda Kunz

We Love You & We Miss you.

The Schlectic Family

My dear, sweet loving companion, I will always love you, and never forget you. My heart is broken, but I know your pain is gone. Good bye my sweet Pooh Bear.

Shirley Jones

We love Pooh Bear so much, he is missed dearly. I know that he is in a better place and that he isn't suffering anymore. He is running free, playing, and barking on a grass filled prairie with all of the other little prairie dogs. You will never be forgotten,
Love your family

My little Angel, it's been a year since you left, and I still cry myself to sleep at night. The joy and the love you gave Daddy and me will always stay in our hearts, and thoughts. When you first came to us you were only three weeks old, and just little ball of fur. I fell in love with you. YOU brought us so much happiness. The night I came home and found you sleeping in you food dish, I knew something was wrong, so I picked you up and held you in my hands. I kissed you and told you it was alright to go to the 'Rainbow Bridge' you looked at me and put you little paw on my finger and gently on it. then I felt your little body shudder, that is when I knew you were gone, I cried and kissed you 'GoodBye' Daddy kissed you to, and he even cried. BUT, I know that you are always with us. and we will meet again at the 'Rainbow Bridge' one day. WE LOVE YOU 'POOH' MOMMY AND DADDY

The family will miss Pooh-Bee-Bear, who may have been one of the most mischievous cats we ever had! We could not have loved him more. See you at the Rainbow Bridge. Love Jesse, Ryan, Mommy

To my dear, sweet, gentle giant. Thank you for blessing my life with your love and your humor. For protecting me when I rode young horses on the road, from cars going by too fast. Even though I yelled at you for it, because I was so afraid for you, you stubborn old fart, you always put your safety second to mine. Standing on the yellow line--staring down the oncoming cars, making them slow down.

For making me laugh. For always being there, no matter what. My love to you ALWAYS old friend. I was always so proud to be your friend. No more pain for you now. Run and play til I get there, eh? Love you always and forever, whole big sky, I'll see you again Pooh. love, mom

Poohter will forever be in my heart and thoughts. He brought so many fantastic memories to my life, and I will never forget him. He will be missed everyday. I still tell him goodbye, and to be a good boy each morning when I leave for work. We will find each other again someday, just like the day I found him 15 years ago as a baby running around outside near the busy street. I love you, Poohter-Pooh!

Melissa

To my sweet little baby girl, Pooka, who lived with me almost 15 years. She was the Queen of the household and carried the title well. She will always be loved and always be missed.

Love,
Mommy

Pookie came to us as a lost and lonely, scared little puppy.
She found love, a good home, comfort and her Mommy and Dad.
She was a joy to us for 13 years and was loved every day.
She especially loved Sue, her "Mommy". Sue sat up with her that 1st scared and lonely night. She found her home.
Susan and I sat with her last night and assured her she was home and still loved. Pookie said goodbye at 8:00 am this morning in her Mommy's care. She will be honored and missed always.

Susan Jones & Tom Haynes

My Dearest Pookie,
You were most loved by all of those who had the privilege of knowing you. Thank you for 11 1/2 wonderful years. I didn't realize this till now but you gave me the strength to do things I never dreamed possible.
Love, Mom

For my little Pookie
Your life was so short, yet you were so special. Now you and Beeks are playing together at the rainbow bridge.....and I will see you both again one day. I love you Pook!
Nancy

Before Pooky came into my life, I didn't care if I lived or died. His loving soul came to me and taught me what true unconditional love is. He helped my learn to love and respect myself. He didn't care how much I weighed or how much money I made, he loved and trusted me to care for him. Together we went though hard times and good..he was always there to reinforce my belief in myself. We laughed and cried together. Without his love, wisdom, and support I couldn't have rediscovered myself. I am grateful for the time and love we shared, knowing that he is not gone but his soul has simple changed its worn out clothes for new. He will always be in my heart even though his soul has moved on to his next phase of development.

Theresa Pachesny

Beloved cat of Karen Hester, Pooky I love you so much and I miss you, I am so sorry I could not keep you on this earth as we know it. Thank you for all the happiness you brought to me, and for being my faithful companion. Some day we will be together again and we will never be parted.

To the best little hamster in the world.

Melissa Tokar

Mr. Popsky, as I always refer to you because you have that loving & cuddling personality. Don't worry Mom, I am here always & everything under control. I am in charge! Popcorn, Mom & Dad missed you terribly and I still pretend that you and Champ is still around us. I know you wanted to come home that day when you got struck by a car, I just wish that you & Champ stay put and waited till Mom & Dad finds a house so we can all be together, I missed taking you to the dog park w/ Champ and also, calling you in the evening to get to bed and sleeping next to me. Popcorn, you will always be in our hearts and I know you always look after us, where ever you are, and that someday, we will chase each other in the rainbow fields.

Love you forever,
Mom & Dad

Popcorn was only two. She was so smart and so active and so playful...not to mention so very loving. Feline Leukemia carried her away on this day and I will miss her always but I will remember her always, too, and will keep a little part of her forever in my heart.

Jenni Simpson

Popeye was the best cat in the World, and I miss him so much , he was always there for me when I needed him, I miss hearing him Meow and the big green eyes he had,, He was like a kid to me ,he was with me for 16 years before passing to the other side, Now I know he is not hurting or feeling bad, Popeye I miss you so much,, and still love you even tho your not with me anymore, your still here in my heart,,,

Vickie Burns

Porta-Pop
© b j Altschul 6/3/02

immortalized in song, in my heart, in my smile
beloved little poppy dog came to me when i was blue
and now your time's come i'm blue again
brought humor and love to me when i needed them
gave them to me as a permanent memory of you

oh little dog chase squirrels all day long
go for walks in your favorite parks, beautiful peaceful streams along the path
stop to sniff the news
eat things you shouldn't

my beloved precious little girl

imagine, a dog named after a character in a mozart opera
whoever heard of such a silly thing?
well, whoever heard you sing, of course!
you sang your heart out and i knew you did it for me

love you little poppy dog
12-year-old old little old lady poppy girl
the one with the three dozen-plus names

i love that heart of yours
enlarged in your illness to the size of a doberman's heart the vet said
but what i knew was that your heart was the size of a woolly mammoth's

all right, so what if you weren't crazy about your uncle
that's an old lady's prerogative

in my book you'll always be my baby no matter your age

miss you little girl
it just isn't the same without you kissing my face first thing in the morning
sweet little puppy face licks
and standing by all day long for any kibble you can get
scavenging and vacuuming at petsmart
snuggling in my arms all dressed up in your baby costume
sweet little face

i listened to your ticker the last week or so
heard it thump-thump-thumping hard and loud
worried it was going to burst the drum of your barrel chest apart
and then your breathing became labored and every breath you took was an
effort for me to listen to and worry what to do next

you gave me the painful closeness of looking after you as best we could
nothing was too good for my little pussycat (stop calling me pussycat, i'm a dog!)
the funny little girl with four legs and a tail (if you could call it that)
the one with the permanent black fur coat and the pretty face
traveled with me nearly everywhere
but in the end your heart just had too much
couldn't take any more

and i will never have too much of you little dog

© b j Altschul 6/3/02

Born May 1999
Died October 2001 and January 2002

Poppy and Lupin - my darling girls, ex-lab rats. If it wasn't for the fact that I couldn't bear to see you gassed I would never have brought you home and learned the joys that such tiny creatures could give. Now you are both gone and I miss you so much, the house feels empty without you. The greatest tribute I can make to you both is getting more rescue rats. I love you my girls and know I will see you again. Love mummy xx

The most gentle and sweetest of dogs, dear sweet poppy, miss you more than words can say

Angela Stimson

My dearest Poppy-ya,
Poppy-ya you were the truest best friend I've ever had in my entire life. At a time in my life when it was the hardest you brought joy and happiness. When I was in the hospital the thought of you made my recovery all that much faster. When I was in Europe I missed you more than my family. My beloved son you were taken to the bridge on November 6, 2001, I'm sorry I was not with you at the end I hope you can forgive me. I know you know that nothing in this world would've been able to separate you and me. Everyone around knew we had the most unique relationship. I know you wouldn't have gone to the bridge unless you really really had to. You really were an angel sent from above to teach us what unconditional love is really about. You were the smartest, silliest, funniest Maltese around. I really don't know how to say goodbye to you without crying each time. The day you left you took a big part of me with you. I don't think I can ever be the same again. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. It's hard calling out your name and you're not here. Instead I look at your pictures everyday and still call your name and tell you how much I love you just like I use to do everyday. When I felt sadness you felt it also, when you saw tears trickling down my cheeks you licked them from me. You were there to comfort me with your kisses and to give me the look everything will be ok. When I was cold at night you were there to keep me warm although I did kick you once in awhile but that didn't seem to matter much to you, you would just walk to the other side of the bed and fall asleep there. You were so smart you would ease drop on our conversations you understood Korean too. You knew who to go to for certain needs and wants. Tommy was teaching you so many new games. Remember "ball" Poppy-ya.... Days and nights are just too painful without you. I miss giving you your showers, worrying if you ate or not. I miss taking you for your walks and your most favorite taking you on your long car rides. I especially miss having you at Newtech with me. I can still hear you barking at the maillady....

Poppy-ya always remember you'll always be next to me. Someday soon we'll all be together again. I know how much you loved me Poppy-ya and thank you for your love. You were my world and everything else evolved around us. We're so sad you had to leave so soon, it broke my heart cause I wasn't there with you in the end. I was with you Poppy-ya in mind, spirit & love. Poppy-ya you are sadly missed by Tommy, Jojo, Hee Jung, Luis, Sam Choon and grandmother. Play with the angels Poppy-ya till that one sweet day we're together again. We miss you terribly!

Love,
Sonya & Tommy

We will miss our little Porkey. She glowed with energy and brought a smile to all who knew her! She was the special pet friend of Ben, my special needs son and she somehow knew that he was special. Porkey, we thank you for letting us be part of your life here. We loved you dearly!

Nancy Salisbury

Possum your gentle spirit will be missed. You were in our lives for 14 years. Your brother Tigger passed on two year before you. Now you can be with him, Sasha, Baby and Fuzzy Bird. I sent you over to see them I couldn't bear to watch you waste away. Forgive me for being so weak. Wait for us. We all will crossover and meet you and we will be a family again. May your gentle spirit come and visit us often.

Please rest well, our precious baby girl. We loved you so very much. Daddy and I miss you more than imaginable. You were our sweet Popo. Please know that we had to send you to the Bridge because we love you so very much? There were no other ways left to show you how much. God, please take care of our sweet little popo.

Joanne

Poulaiki ("bird" in Greek) was the most special pet we have ever had. First thing in the morning one of the children would have him out and he would stay with them most of the day. We never closed his cage. He would get on top of it or play with the bells on the table. He was like a five year old child and we would watch him play and play with myriad toys. From playing in the shower to taking apart the jigsaw puzzle or flying out of the room and walking back to his cage when he had enough of us - we will always remember his playful personality and soft blue feathers. Night night sweet Poulaiki - we love you.

I saw God's moonbeams capture my Beloved Pounce's spirit when he passed from this world in the darkness of that early morn'. . . and tho' he is so sadly missed, his spirit lives and shines and follows me no matter where I go. . .

Debbie Manthey

In Loving Memory, and in Honor Of Pouncer.
The pain in my heart tonight is great, I miss you now and always. You were one of a kind. A gentle, special, cat I called my terminal baby. I knew I would lose you one day.
The grief is fresh, the memories of you will be with me always.
Bear, your brother is here with me tonight and missed you terribly. Your spirit is within him now and always.
Run free, happy, and always sharing your great big heart.
Love you always, forever. Miss you still
Love to you Pouncer. Rest easy Poopette, you will always be in my heart.
Jonathan

Prairie was the best cat I've ever had. When she was born, on a farm just outside of Sioux City Iowa, her Mother, Greynose, was having a little trouble in the beginning of her delivery. I was there to help her out by keeping her calm. Prairie was the first kitten born and she wasn't breathing and her heart wasn't beating. I did kitten CPR on her and she responded! I made sure she was warmed by my hands and then gave her right back to Greynose. Mama Greynose looked at me with gratitude for saving her baby. Throughout our almost 16 years together Prairie has always been MY cat. She always understood when I was sad, or sick or upset. She'd come to me meowing and give me her unlimited and unconditional love. She always slept in her special spot, right next to my pillow. Now, my daughter is grown and gone, my husband is gone and I am here with my other cat, Ivy Angel. Ivy seems confused and sad, too. She is looking all over the house for Prairie. Neither of us understand why Prairie, who had never been sick a day in her long life, had to suddenly go into kidney failure and go off to the Bridge. It helps me to think about her meeting her family and all the other cats and dogs we have had. I am sure they are having a big party today.
Prairie Princess, I will always love you and will never forget your squeak meow and your chipped ear. I'll never forget your love and devotion. When the other animals there at Rainbow Bridge tell you that someday I will come to get you, believe them. I will. I promise with all my heart.

Hunter was the smartest dog I've ever known -- much smarter than I am. But so very kind and gentle. And mischievous. And snuggly. We miss him more than words can say.

Kristi Murdock

You were a part of our lives for nearly 17 years and you will always be a part of us. You are still the princess of our hearts.

Saundra Gallagher

Precious, You've been a part of our family for over 11 years. We will miss you very much. Thank you for being such a faithful and loving pet. You will always be "Precious" to us.
Love,
Mom and Jeremy

My Precious Angel, I loved you so much! My heart is broken. I miss you terribly! You were so young, but you had gotten so sick. You will never be forgotten, I will always remember and love you with all my heart!

Lisa Ball

We love our baby Precious.

Sharon, Stuart, Erika, and Laurel Mills

We Love and Miss You. You were a gentle soul. One day you will be in our arms again.

Misty

Precious
My Dearest Woobie Girl,
Thank you for this morning, it was good seeing you so happy and healthy. It made my much heavy heart a lot lighter. Saying goodbye to you Sunday night was the hardest thing I think we will ever have to do.
Those 6 short months that you were with us were wonderful.
You made our lives so much better. We will miss your charming snores, your little "Wiffs", your snorts, and the pitter patter of your little feet. Percey misses having you to share "cookies" with. Things are just not the same without you here. We take comfort now knowing you will never again suffer. You are at peace and healthy once again. your Daddy and I will always love you and hold you forever in our hearts, until the day we can once again hold you in our arms. May you find all the "O'livers" and Wag Wells your little heart desires. Be well little girl, we love you very much.
Love Always,

Mommy

Our precious Baby dog went to heaven on Monday. We were all here with her at home as the vet came to help her on her way. She was with us for 12 wonderful years, but cancer and age had finally caught up with her. She slipped peacefully away as we kissed her and told her how much she meant to us. She will be in our hearts and memories forever. We'll see you again Baby...at Rainbow Bridge.

Ray, Ariana, Devon, Deb

My baby girl Precious, I miss you so terribly bad. I think of you every day and can't wait to be with you again. I love you so very much and will see you soon. I love you baby girl! Love, Mama

The prettiest cat ever.

Ethel, Alex, Tyler & Ken

She was the first Dog that truly stole my heart.
No other dog was ever allowed to do the things she was allowed to do. She was my special Lady. Always there ever so patient never complaining. She is so very much missed.
I truly believe that someday I will see her again.

Heidi Gulla

Dear Precious,

I'll miss you, my dearest Pess. My heart hurts without you. I miss your special kisses and furry body. I know that you are in a place where there is no more pain. I am grateful for the time that you were in my life. We lived a very full life together. I'll never forget you. See you on the other side.

Love, Mommy

When we went to pick out a dog, you were nothing like we planned, but one look at you and we fell in love at first sight. We knew you were the one, just like as I held you last I knew it was time to say good-bye. You always seemed to know when I needed you. You would always lick the tears from my face when I was sad. Preci, you were the only person I could count on to never hurt me or lie to me or leave me. you were my best friend. Last night as I held you in my arms, I know you were hanging on for me. You helped me through the toughest times in my life. I feel like part of my heart is gone. I can still hear you running up the stairs. I still here your collar jingling as you walk from room to room. I will never be able to express exactly what you mean to me. You gave me hope, and support through mom and dad's divorce. You helped me to remember the good memories of my childhood. You were my last living connection to the dad that I once knew. Please know that just because he walked out on us he still loved you. I will miss you so much. I love you so much and I will always remember all of our good times together. Thanks for being the greatest and most loyal friend one could ever ask for. Please be happy. Look up Peaches in heaven, she will show you around. I love you, my baby.

We will never forget you baby girl

Anthony

Go with God my baby girl.
I can only hope I enriched your life as you did mine.
I miss you so much and will always hold you in my heart.

Koy Carson

Today, August 17th, 2002, we had to put our loveable cat Pretty Boy to sleep. He was born in June, 1997 and we raised him from a kitten. It was one of the most difficult things that I think I will ever have to do in life. He was very affectionate, adoring, loveable and devoted to my daughter Laura. She will miss him the most tremendously. My only wish would be that I didn't have to make that decision to but him to sleep, but to bring him back into our lives. He was suffering in pain and surgery would only possibly help him. It was time to let him go.

I will never ever forget him and will think of all the good times we had together. I know now he is a better place free of pain. I only hope my daughter will be ok.

Thank you for letting us give him this tribute. Bye Pretty Boy, we love you and miss you so much it hurts.

Barbara, Bill, Laura, Jonathan and Billy Begyn

Floyd's tribute is to all that knew him. He had the deepest brown eyes and could see into your soul. He was always happy to see you, even on his sickest days. He could always manage a tail wag. Here's to my best friend. I will love you forever. Mommy & Daddy

She was always there for me in good times and in bad, and she will be missed for a very long time. She was more than just a pet, she was my best friend.

Jenn

Pretty Prettys you were a gift to me and gave so much. I will miss you. Thank you for finding me and coming into my life and allowing me to love you. Please know I will always love you and you'll be so very missed! Littles/you were my "heart" - I love you.

Glenda Hampton

Dear Primrose,
We only had you for a very short time. We loved you dearly.
I rescued you as a feral kitten at 5 weeks old, full of flea's and very tiny. You struggled to stay strong & in time with love you seemed like you were growing like your siblings and your returned the love I gave to you. I am so sorry that there was nothing we could do, I tried so hard but did not seem to get any answers.
I hope that you are happier now. Mummy misses you and looks forward to the day I will see you again.
Your sister, Kringle passed over just yesterday (Nov 16,02)
I hope that she can find you & you can be together again.
Love you always,
Mum (Lindsey), Dad ( John) and from other feline/canine family xoxox

This Great Soul came into my life when he was 6 yrs old...and he changed my whole outlook on the way animals, humans & the way we interact. I believe there are NO bad dogs, just Rotten Human Owners who do horrible things too these wonderful creatures.

I've lived thru many passings in my short life, but this one is now approaching 1 yr, & still I call his name when I hear a bark in the distance.

Prince will one day sleep by my side again, & guard my family as he has always done.

Michael Rhodes

Siempre te llevamos en nuestro corazon ceci, Fran y Martin

My name is Prince, at least it was until last Monday morning, when my heart could beat no more. My 7 years, a short time, with you, was indeed very precious. You loved me as no other would have, and I was your shadow, always with you, no matter where you went. Somehow I always managed to be close to you. I knew your sorrows and joys and moments of absent mindedness. I called your attention to the things that really matter, love and integrity and honor, and you repaid me with love and caring and comfort. I do not understand why my heart had to weaken and fail, especially now, I was not ready to leave yet. But God has called me back, and I know that the candle that you have in the window will help me find my way back to you. Grieve no more, I am only on a journey, and I will be back. Remember to look for me where you least expect to find me, for that is where I will be, and always you will find me in your heart. Prince

I will miss you my Prince, as will all the people that knew you. You were a most special dog, with an unusual talent of charming even the most timid, despite your size, giving each who met you a wonderful reason to remember you.

Tricia

Prince to the Rescue
When I was a young girl, I would daydream about one day meeting my Prince charming or a handsome knight, just like in the fairytales. He would come and sweep me off of my feet: making me the happiest girl in the whole wide world. April 2001, I meet my Prince, he was not the shining knight on a white horse; he was just the White Horse, a scrawny, ugly Arabian with an abundance of Attitude, And most of all, in need of rescue.
Prince was brought to me after being quarantined at a fellow horse rescuers location. He was removed from his previous owner, after there were some concerns about his weight, and a laceration that had a noticeable infection. The woman that owned him informed us that was not ill; he was just a hard keeper. But, she could see herself parting with him for the sum of Fifteen hundred dollars. Therefore, pockets were turned inside and out. Miraculously the money was found.
I had been seriously injured two years ago. I had broke my neck, I also had amnesia for 4 days from a fall while riding. Therefore, riding for me was no longer my preferred past time. However, my love for horses has never wavered. I had a tremendous, gripping fear of riding! I just could not get into the saddle again! That is, till I met my Prince.
Horse people have their preferences of breed and color. I for one do not like flea bitten-gray or gray skinned-white horses. Prince was an Arabian, not my favorite breed; also he was white, flea bitten with gray skin. I took one long look at him and said "old boy; you sure are scrawny and ugly! Heck, you would not hurt a fly; would you, old boy?" Well, to everyone's amazement, he snickered and put his muzzle to my face. At that very second, It was love at first site. I knew I would be able to ride him. A team we became, not just a horse and rider, we were one. We joined a drill team and did parades all over Michigan, he gave me back my love of riding. He built up my confidence; gave me the courage to do what I needed to in my personal life. In return, I gave him love, kindness, my time and endless amounts of feed. Are time together was to be brief. Four months later, my scrawny, ugly horse became Ill. In three exceedingly, extended and miserable days, of vets, equine specialists, and IV'S hanging from trees. With endless poking and prodding of procedures (lets just say that these procedures involved gloves, that went to your shoulder) that left Prince and I exhausted. Left me with a decision, that was just too painful to make. I went to check on him, around 6 am; he seemed a little off. He went down and started to roll violently on the ground, roaring! A deep throated scream of fierce pain! I gave him all of the pain medications that I had; it was enough to knock out an elephant! When his pain was under control, I ran to the house, called the vet, yelled into their answering machine "This is Padie, Scrawny Ugly' Mom. He is down and in great pain! Please bring the blue juice (What horse people call euthanasia medication) we might need it!"
Twenty minuets later when the Vet pulled into he yard; Prince was back up on his feet. I slowly walked over and asked my Scrawny ugly "Well Scrawny, the vet is here with the blue juice and I have to know, should I stop all of this; can you help me! Help me one more time, bud? Tell me if this has to be done?" Even with so much pain medication in him, he looked at me, snickered and nuzzled my face, stepped back and groaned, stumbled a few steps, looked at me again and shook his head, yes. It took every fiber of my being to take his halter and walk him to the place that he will be laid to rest. I held his head and repeatedly told him how much I loved him, how we will meet again on the Rainbow Bridge; all the while, the vet was giving him the shots, that would take him away, forever
I truly believe that Prince came to me because he deserved love, a dignified end to a long and lonely life of abuse and neglect. Even in his last few months, he still had so much to give. Prince showed me how to face a challenge, to do what needed to be done in the face of fear. Most of all he showed me how to do what is best, even though there could be great pain and sorrow. In most of life's difficulties, some good can come out an experience. In the first place, I thought, I was the one who rescued Prince, in the end it was Prince who rescued me.

Padie Cope

Clayton has received his wings and is now running free again, where ever all good dogs go. His tired back and hips could no longer support him and the joy had left his life, so I 'woodled' his puppy ears one last time and we sent him to the Bridge; there to meet his buddy Watson the crumb snuffler, his sister Mighty Liz, and all the other bridge kids that have gone ahead of him. He went softly, surrounded by love. His veterinarian, Dr. Caroline, paid him the highest compliment in saying that Clayton would always be in her heart. I will miss him so much. His was a faithful and loving soul.

Cindy Cooper

I wish you knew what a great dog you were! I miss you more than words can say! I can still see your beautiful little face looking up at me. I hope you are free of pain now. Our home is not the same without you. My little Zachariah! Rest in Peace.

Love Mom

My beautiful Princess was only with me for just short of a year. She was taken from me tragically, and when she died on the table at the hospital, a part of me died with her. She will never be forgotten.

Vanessa

Our Bunny Princess was the most loving, sweet, gentle, funny, bunny in the whole world and we loved her very much. Our Princess passed on, on the 13 September. She made our home very happy, full of laughter and always entertaining us. She was our best friend, our baby, and part of out family. Princess, there isn't a day that goes by that we don't cry for you, or talk about all the funny and cute things you did with us, we all wish you were here with us You touched all our lives and taught us many things. We will always love you and no other bunny in the world can ever replace you. Hope you are very happy where you are and playing with the other bunnies. We all hope to see you there soon.

Ann Marie, Cindy, Charlene, Amit, Sherry

One of my employees found a box of puppies on the side of the road 10 years ago. Their ears and eyes were still closed. He brought them to my office and asked what to do with them. I took them home and my husband and I bottle fed them. One of the two, wouldn't take the bottle unless you held her just like a baby. My mother said, now doesn't she think she is the little Princess and that is how she got her name. She was my baby all through her life. She never left my side when I was home. She would lay beside me as I lay in the hammock and guard me for hours. When I went into the wetlands, she was my guard dog there also. She had the funniest little habit of sticking her tongue out of her mouth when her mouth was closed. She was a sweet, kind and gentle soul that will be greatly missed. She lost her bout with cancer last week and went to join her lifelong friends, Bear and Augie at the Rainbow Bridge .We miss you so much angel and have so many wonderful memories of you. Thank you for being part of my life. We love you.

Ann and Larry

I loved u too much to make u stay in pain. I still think of you and miss you every day. I await our reunion at the Rainbow Bridge. I love you my bunny.

Cheryl DeVito

Princess, you will be in our heart forever!!!

Debbie Stone & Ray Stone

Hi baby girl! I miss you so much. Nothing is the same here now that you're gone. Life goes on, but now there is a sadness in my heart.
The hardest decision I've ever had to make was to let you go. I'm glad I was there to touch one last time. To tell you how much I love you.
I miss your big beautiful brown eyes.
I miss that you're not here when I come home.
I thank God for allowing me to love you for 14 wonderful years.
I love you and I'll miss until we're together again.
Love Mommy
P.S. Look for Lena. She'll take care of you until mommy comes.

Your time on this earth was too short and you were too beautiful to be held. Sleep well beloved little friend.

Rachel Chaplain

A tribute to a glorious friend, who risked and lost her life because she thought she was protecting the life of one of our children.

Mikki Forsyth

Princess, I love you with all my heart. You will always be with me in spirit and in my heart. You were very special and so different. You were my sweetie. You look for my mother and for Spunky. They will take care of you until I come to you. Wait for me and look over me as my little angel. I will see you again someday.
Princess, please forgive me for what I put you through for the three months and toward the end. I am so very sorry.
I love you & miss you,
Barbara Baass

I had my Princess for 16 yrs and she crossed the rainbow bridge yesterday after a 2 yr struggle with thyroid/kidney disease. She was my best buddy and had been with me thru good times and bad. I shall miss her terribly, her wrapping her paw around my hand as we drifted off to sleep at nite, and looking into her beautiful big green eyes. I found this skinny grey kitten at a bowling alley when I lived in Kansas City, MO, little did I know at the time what a friend I had found, when I moved to California in the summer of 1987 she and my beautiful golden retriever, "Prince" made the plane trip together. I had been in an abusive relationship with a man I had been with for 5 yrs, when most people would have given their pets away I couldn't bare the thought of leaving my furbabies behind, so they came with me. I lost Prince to bone cancer in 1997 and now Princess has gone to be with her buddy Prince. I know I shall see them again someday and we will all be together forever. I feel sorry for people who never know/feel the bond between human and animal, and I thank God that he gave me the years that I had with Princess and Prince :)

Princess, My dear loyal companion. She gave love without asking anything in return. She lived a very healthy life and enjoyed going to see and vacation at Mom-Mom's and Papa's house. She has only been gone for several weeks and I still look for her when I come home from work. She is truly missed. Before I went to work on the day of her death, I laid down and the floor with her and told her I loved her and soon she would feel no more pain and go to a very special place. We all loved her. Kathy D.

Kathy Dentith

You were always there to comfort and love unconditionally. Your bright eyes always shining and happy. You made our family complete for 9 years. We love you and miss you very much......

Kelly and Greg Berry

We miss our special girl. God Bless You always

Ken and Rhonda

Words cannot express how much I miss my special friend, Princess. I had her put to sleep two weeks ago after discovering she had liver cancer. It is lonely without her by my side as she was for the last 13 1/2 years. I miss her bark and her beautiful smile. I would like to thank her for making the last 13 1/2 years so special for me. She was the best and will be greatly missed by all that knew her (especially by Steve, Samson, Miss Kitten, and myself). We love you, Princess.

Thank you very much for blessing us with your beauty. We will miss and love you always. You'll forever be a part of our lives.

Kenyatta, A.J., Mom, Miguel

My little one, Princess Jasmine Isis Jacobson had to be put to sleep on Thursday, April 18,2002 at 8:10 P.m. She was born on May 23,1997. She was a beautiful Maltese. Jasmine was diagnosed with kidney failure on March 15,2002. She tried very hard to beat this dreadful disease, giving us a glimmer of hope on March 29. Then on April 12, she took a turn for the worst. By April 16, we were told they did not think she would get any better. I picked her up from the hospital after her fluid treatment and could tell she was not doing good. She got sick several times and when I washed her face that last time I knew from the look in her eyes that she couldn't fight it anymore. It was like mommy, I can't do this any more. That's when I knew I was going to have to let her go. That was at 5:30 P.M. For the next 2 hours and forty minutes she snuggled her face into my neck, as I held her and rocked like a new born baby. Repeatedly telling here how very, very, much I LOVED Her. Only hoping and praying she would hear me for you see my precious Jasmine lost her hearing last fall for no apparent reason. I pray she knew how very much she meant to me. She was my baby, my little girl. She was perfect in every way. She was my life that was taken away far to soon. We were going to grow old together.
Debi Jacobson

Princess Margaret; It has been less than an hour since you have gone. You were such a fighter. You gave it everything you had. You went through so much before you came into our lives. God blessed us with you for almost 6 years. We wish it could have been longer but at least we had the time to show you how wonderful it was to be really loved. The love you gave to us was like no other. Oh Princess Margaret, if only I could have you drip water on the kitchen floor again, hear you bark at Buster, hear your snores, life would once again be wonderful. Charity, I know, has met you at the bridge and the two of you are off playing. Forever in our hearts you will remain.
We love you. Love, Mom, Dad and Buster

Princie brought joy, love, hope, light, and pleasure into every life he touched. He was noble and true and faithful to death.

Fran Masetti

Dear Pris, Thank you, my gentle, beautiful friend, for sharing 15 years with me. You were the gentlest, most loving creature and I will miss you forever. I'm sorry I wasn't brave enough to stay with you at the very end -- the vet promised me you would go painlessly and with love. Was it really like that? Do you know how hard it was to let you go? Please forgive my cowardice -- will you meet me at the Rainbow Bridge when I cross over? I hope so. Love forever, Mom

Priscilla unfortunately succumbed to her injuries on April 24, 2002 while we slept. We tried to help her, but the wounds were deeper than we knew. We will all miss her especially her mate Buddy.

Ryan and Rodney

Priss was exceptional little girl. My husband and I are just heart broke over the lost of our Priss. Priss was so for of life happy to see everyone and she loved everyone. Priss passed from a liver disorder. It's only been a week today and I just miss her so. There wasn't a day go by that she didn't bring a smile to my face and make me laugh. Priss was a great dog but she thought she was a people. Priss will be missed till the day I die. I love her so.

Penny Fisher

You will aways be in my heart Prissy...I Love You Forever.

Melanie Whistle

Jasmine,
Thankyou so much for being part of our family for almost 9 years. you have brought us so much joy by you just being you. you were my best friend when I was sick and my helper when I needed support climbing the stairs. the kids love you. you were so good to them. You were truely special in in our live now in our hearts. we know that you are in a better place now and with our cat mosie, your friend too. We love you so very much. we will mourn you you were one of us.
Vernie, Ish, Sofie, Devon, Becca, Dakota, Jen and Dee Dee

Privet was the sweetest boy. We miss him and will always love him. He's the best.

Sarah, Gary, Nate & Liz Buchholz

To Puck the sweetest little thing. You will be so missed by your daddies and by me & John. Your little spirit will always be with us. Stick by Bandit so he can continue to watch out for you. We love and miss you.

Diane Roche

Puddin has been such a special part of my life for 16 years. She was so smart and would learn a new trick or do anything to please me or to earn a bite of cheese. She would try so hard to talk to me and her vocal range was incredible and adorable. Two amazing moments in time come to mind when I think of how much of a friend she has been to me. When I went through the breakup of my marriage, I was only 6 months in a new state and didn't really have anyone to lean on. I remember one evening while I was sitting on the couch and sobbing, Puddin' jumped up on my lap, laid her head on my chest and sobbed with me. This made me smile through my tears...what a wonderful little dog. That first Christmas alone I sat on the couch again, looking at the Christmas tree and sang a couple of Christmas carols to her. She reached up with her little paw and patted me on the face so that I would sing to her some more. These last few weeks have been sad because she went downhill so quickly. I miss her so very much and she will remain in my heart forever. I am so grateful to have had her in my life for 16 years and look forward to the day when I can hug her on the rainbow bridge.

Linda

You're going was the hardest thing I ever had to do, Pudd... but I did it for you.....because I loved you then and still love you...
You are missed every minute of everyday... a bundle of joy, a pal, a family member....you were always there ... I thank you for that... I love you for that..
As you look down from heaven, remember you are loved, always was and always will be...
The tears one day will cease am sure, but the love never will...

Ann, San & Day

Puddleduck was such a happy little canary with a beautiful song. Though his life was short, he was loved well. May he flyaway to the fresh cloud shining.

Sarah

Puddles is my best friend and always will be. I got him when I was 9 years old, he was a dream come true. I wished for a dog just like him ever since I knew what a dog was. We spent many years getting into trouble together and growing up together. We moved out together and he was always there for me when things were happy or sad...no matter what, he was there.

Puddles will forever have a large part of my heart and I will never forget him and will continue to love him and to live my life with him always a part of me.

Jeb only got to love Puddles for 3 years but he loved him the moment he met him and took such good care of me and my Puddy. They had lots of fun together on their walks and when they would sit at home and wait for "mommy" to get home.

Puddles, we love you so much and miss you more than you can ever know. Thank you for blessing us with so much joy and unconditional love. We will meet you at the bridge Puddy Buddy.

Danielle and Jeb

Puddles,
Thank you for being my best friend for 19 years, you always made me smile. I feel like I've forgotten how to smile since you've been gone. It will take time for my heart to heal but it will because you are forever in it. I will love & remember you always. See you on The Rainbow Bridge.

Please bless my darling Puddles, with me for 13 years & keep her safe until I can be with her again. She was the light of my life & brought me more joy than anyone else has done. She was gently put to sleep last week to ease her pain & keep her from suffering the pain she would have endured as she was diagnosed last week with cancer that had spread to the lungs. I loved her and couldn't bear to see my baby go through anything that would not have prolonged her life.
I love you Puddles & can't wait to be reunited some day.
Pam

I love you Puddy.
You taught me gentleness, kindness, playfulness, generosity of the heart,
the thrill of curiosity ...
Thank you Puddy ...
Your spirit and lessons live on
I miss you, Puddy-poo
Lara

You were our little baby and we miss you so much. I'm so sorry you had so much pain in the end. You will never leave our hearts.

Toni Marie & Jeff Wolf

Puddy, not only did you teach us how to love unconditionally, but you put up with all our fear and pain. When we thought we could not deal with the hurt in our lives you were always there to comfort and snuggle with us. When we would get angry, you always made us laugh. You had the best outlook on life: Love, sleep, FOOD, Food, sleep, FOOD, Love, ect. You filled a huge hole in our lives and now we can't even describe the huge gap we feel without you.
We just try and remember all the times you filled us with Love and Joy.

Hopefully we will see you on the other end

Love you always,

Daddy & Mommy
(Stefan & Dawn Arngrim)

Puff was my sisters cat of 10 years. She loved the outdoors. My sister Roslyn let her out on the morning of December 07, 2001 and she did not return home. With my help we searched and searched but did not find her. We spent weeks looking for her. She was a unique cat. My first experience with her simply was she did not like me, however she came to accept me with a gentle nose rub and scratch on the head. She was a beautiful cat and very precious to my sister. Even though she was not found it gives us great comfort to believe that she is at Rainbow Bridge and peaceful. She will always be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you Puff.

Roslyn Denty and Michelle Senior

In memory of Puff. Mister's brother and the sweetest cat I will ever know.
I will always love you and I thank you for the special times that you shared with me and Mister. Thank you for letting Mister win at wrestling, even though you were bigger and thank you for allowing Mister to share your home with you.

My very best friend. He never knew a stranger and gave me unconditional love.

Cathy

To my wonderful Puff Bunny. You touched the lives of hundreds of children in my classroom. You were loved by many adults, too. I will always remember how you hopped around the classroom, nibbled on erasers and chewed the molding behind the door. You certainly enjoyed your broccoli tops your last few days with us. I love you little bunny. I will miss you so much, Puff. Love, Mom

Puff, you were a wonderful dog for 13 years. You lived a long and happy life. I am so sorry we couldn't do something more to save you. But I know you are no longer in pain and that you are in a much better place now. I miss you very much and I will always love you. You will always be in my heart. And I know that we will meet again one day. Love you, Puffa.

Allison Benoit

Puff, you were like a giant star, you lived life to its fullest and you went much too soon. Why your mind left you before it was time for your body to go, we will never know. Lost and locked in your own little world, you were still a special part of my life. I think of you every day, and I wonder what might have been had your mind remained unlocked and free. How I wish we could have had more time together; I miss you and your beautiful, silky fur so much.

Tobey

A Tribute Poem to Puffer

Puffer
You were my cat for 11 ½ years.
You and I were inseparable.
We played together for hours on end.

I took you to school,
you were afraid of my classmates.
You purred all the time.
You meowed for food and would eat like no end and want more.

Then in 1989, at 9 years old,
An accident almost claimed your life.

A Miracle came and you were okay.
I helped nurse you back to health.

With love and Perseverance,
You were almost your old self again.

We had you for another 2 ½ years
before another tragedy struck and this time there was no hope.

The angels from above came for you and took you from us on January 4, 1992
My cat, my childhood cat Puffer, who I'll never forget no matter what.

You looked like Morris, and had the appetite of Garfield and you'll always be my baby.

© Copyright July 2000

Colleen

To Puffy, my dear friend, my shadow:

A certain silence is in the house,
without your presence always near.
I feel an empty space in my heart,
I'm so used to having you here.

The end was so sad,
I tried to let you know
that I didn't want to give up too soon,
for it was so hard to let you go.

I could see it in your eyes
that it was time to say good-bye.
I knew just what you wanted of me,
I tried to be strong and not to cry.

For our life together was as friends,
for 14 years, never apart.
Even though you're in a better place,
you will never leave my heart.

We miss you.
The Maristch Family

Puffy,

We will miss you soooooo much. I hope you are at peace now in a better place, you will never be forgotten.

Love Mom & Dad

Donna & Duane

To our beloved Puffy, we miss you and love you so very much. Thank you for sharing all those wonderful and happy years with us, thank you for the love, laughter and companionship, dear Puffy.
Love, Mommie, Daddy and your "GirlyGirl" Fritzie

I lost Pug 4 1/2 months ago. I think of him several times a day. He was my baby and such a special part of my life. I can't seem to let him go. He was eleven years old, I guess his little heart was tired--he went peacefully in my arms. I know we cant have our pets forever--I know he's waiting for me. I'm so grateful for having him and he got me through so much--who's going to get me through losing him? Rest sweet Pugman--I'll see you again and I'll love you forever.

Shell

A special 13 year old pug so close to my heart now and forever. He waited until I got home from my truck driving job to pass peacefully in my arms. I knew that was going to be his last night with us and I told him it was ok to go now to the rainbow bridge. I kissed him goodbye and held him close to me as he took his last breathes. He will be forever loved, missed and treasured for all times. his rocking chair will be so alone without him....God speed Pugger...We will always love you!

Jim and Sharon Figart

Precious baby Pugga-Head, I'm so sorry our time together was so short. Although we had each other for only two years, it seems like forever. I'm sorry this disease overcame you so quickly, but you know we did everything we could for you. I only pray to God that your last day with us that you didn't suffer terribly. Once we knew you were starting to suffer and that there was nothing left we could do for you, we had to let you go onto a better place where I know you're free of pain and confusion. I am devastated over you leaving. I can't believe you're not sitting at my feet, or on my lap, right now as I type this. I miss you baby and I can't wait to be with you again. Until then, have fun and know that I'll always love, miss and be thinking of you. Love, Your Mama

To Mommy's Precious Puggy (Choochie Face her special nickname):

Mommy loves you very much and misses you soooo much. I can't stop crying every day. It hurt so bad to watch that doctor put you to sleep. But I had to let you go baby. I knew the end was coming the last few weeks and I think you knew too. You looked so sad and you were so sick. I'm glad we had some special moments these last few weeks together. I did everything I could for you in 12 years. You were the most spoiled dog anyone ever knew and you gave me nothing but unconditional love and pleasure all these years. I donated all your leftover treats and food to a foundation that rescues sick animals. Mommy will never have another doggy. You will be my only baby. The stray cats outside are wondering where you went too when they poke their heads inside the house. I know they miss you too.

I couldn't let you die alone though, and that's what would have happened if I had brought you back home. Mommy would have been at work someday or during the night and would have found you gone. Grandma and Grandpa were so upset too, but they came to the doctor to say goodbye to you also. Your heart was failing and the doctor said you would have had a heart attack shortly. I didn't want you to die alone in the house while Mommy was at work or during the night while Mommy was asleep. I did what was best for you, that's all I keep telling myself to make this hurt a bit easier on me.

Did Daddy meet you at the Rainbow Bridge baby? I hope Daddy is taking good care of you now up in heaven. Please wait for me at the Bridge baby. I can't wait to see you and Daddy again, all healthy and happy like we all were a few years ago. Since Mommy had you cremated, you will be back home again and Mommy will have you here with me forever. I should have did that to Daddy too, and then we all could have been together forever.

I love you Baby ... I always will. You were the greatest dog anyone could ever ask for. You were so well behaved right from the start and you were such a pretty girl, all 126 pounds of you !

Mommy has to update your webpage soon I promise: http://wwww.angelfire.com/ny/wintry/doggie.html and I will eventually when God gives me the strength.

I will love you forever and you'll always be in my heart. I miss you more and more each day and more than you'll ever know. Please watch over me and tell Daddy I love him bunches and miss him more and more each day too. I'm happy you are not alone and that you have Daddy there to play with. Give Daddy kisses for me .... Til we meet again my precious Puggy ... my Choochie Face forever !

All My Love Forever,

Mommy

Puglet was the sweetest, warmest, most loving Pug ever, and he was my baby. He was only four, and although I realize that is middle-aged for dogs, it hurts me even more to know that he won't grow old with me. I miss him lying at my feet or sitting beside me on the sofa. I miss his hugs and his unique expressions of love. I'll never get over this loss.... I can't imagine not hurting for him. My only consolation is that he knew he was loved, because he was told and shown daily. Everyone who knew him fell in love with him. I miss him so much, and I cry for him daily.

Marcia Potter

Pugs....we miss you so much and love you with all our heart. We hope you no longer have to live in pain and that one of these days we will play together again.

Sylvia

Dear Pugsly...You will always be my baby boy...
I thank God for lending me you, you were my life and my joy..I never thought I was going to lose you this way. Life is so dull and boring without you, I miss you so much, I miss walking you, giving you treats, sleeping right next to you, rubbing your belly, playing with your favorite toys....I miss being your mommy now I feel empty inside, I try to be strong and move on but I just can't you meant too much to me...
I know you are in doggy heaven and you will be waiting for me at the Rainbow Bridge...and someday we will get back together then I will hug you tight and tell you how much I love you and how thankful I am for loving me back and showing how much you care for me...I will always love you with all my heart...Rest in Peace Dear Pugsly

I am writing this tribute in honor of my sweet puppy Pugsley Sue whose young life was cut short due to Pug Encephalitis. She was a wonderful dog with a great personality and spirit. I have no children so she was my child. I have been very sad and lonely without her. I miss her dearly and hope that one day we will be together again.

My daughter's pug passed away this afternoon. We cannot handle the loss.

Cheryl

Pumpkin, you were the kindest being. You never killed or hurt anyone. We knew you in your lifetime and will remember you for ours. Words can't describe my pain knowing that you suffered in your last hour and a half and that I could not touch you behind the glass. I hope you are curled up somewhere now on a soft bed, and you are not alone.

Jason and Mayree

Pumpkin, I will always love you, thank you for being my best friend. May there be mountains of treats in heaven waiting for you.

Melissa Poling

Pumpkin will be missed very much by her family. Pumpkin started life behind a factory in Newark New Jersey. She flew on a plane 5 years ago to live life in Arizona. She loved the warm Arizona weather. But her favorite love was going to the bus stop with "her" girls every morning. A great dog that we all loved!

The Cuccinello Family

Pumpkin was the light of my and my husband's lives. She had a beautiful trusting, loyal soul. She was my constant companion -- always at my feet or a step behind or beside me. She helped me through many rough times and always brought a smile to my face. I love her more than I can possibly explain.

Sandy Preston

My little Swe-Swe (Pumpkin),
Today is November 7th - exactly one month since I last held you and laid you to rest forever.

"If tears could build a stairway
and heartache make a lane,
I'd walk the path to heaven
and bring you back again."

Thinking of you today and always in my heart.

Love & *Nose Kisses*,
Mommy
XXOO

Pumpkin led me through my days
his loving and silly ways.
I can imagine only tears
filling the lonely years.
I am so sorry for my mistake
It's not you I could ever forsake...

Tracy

I lost my baby four months ago. She died peacefully in my arms and in her last moments seemed grateful for the release. Pumpkin will always be a part of me.

Jeanne Rankin

Pumpkin, you are one of the sweetest, most precious little souls to ever walk this earth. You are dearly loved and cherished, and you will live on in our hearts forever.

We grew up together and got into our share of trouble and now I have to say goodbye to my life long friend. I will truly miss my baby and I know I will see him again one day.

Krissy

For Pumpkin and his companion in life, Pam. We will love you always. Thank you for all the love and purrs.
Be at peace.

Debra Barriger For Pam

Pumpkin I have loved you since the time I helped deliver you from your mom. You are very special and very blessed. I will love you forever and there will never be a day that goes by without me thinking of the Joy and Love you have given to me. You are with your mom and sister and you will always be happy and loved. I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH.

Love Forever......Mommy

My favorite three legged cat that had to have came to a end when my dog attacked it.

Unkle Jim

May God keep you in his embrace. May the angels protect you through all time. I love you forever.

Sherin

Pumpkin was a great cat who loved Brian so much. Brian is 10 and misses his best buddy. Pumpkin never missed snuggling with Brian in the morning, even when he was so sick. He loved everyone, cat treats and a sunny spot. He came when he was called, and was a sweet guy. Punky Dunklings, you are missed, rest well and find that warm, sunny spot.

Brian and Libby

In loving memory of Pundi who always smiled, 1988 - 2002.

Leanne Goodsell

Punim -
Punim was a very special pet. When she was 8 weeks old, my parents flew her into Kansas City, where I drove up from Wichita to greet them. After hours of confusion at the airport, we found my lost Punim sitting in her cage looking to see if anyone was there for her. She was a great addition for my 9 year old Shepherd, Chane. I remember her hanging on to him daily. Soon after, I was looking all over for my remote control for the tv, only to find transistors hanging from her mouth. Soon we al moved to Minnesota. I remember one morning hearing a crumbling sound, only to wake up and find her big face in a 5 pound bag of gummy bears. She never got sick. Next we moved to South Carolina. She then ate a 500 tab jar of pet tabs. I called the vet and was ready to pump her stomach. He said don't worry, they were not toxic and she would be up for a couple of days and probably would have the runs. She did. She was always into something. It became a daily challenge as she would find a way out of the fenced yard and take my older Shepherd, Chane out for a walk. The only way I found them was because Chane was older and couldn't run so long and she would sit by his side. It was then in Carolina when she gave birth to a great litter of 8 puppies. I kept one and that was my Aja. Then we all moved back to St. Louis again and this was home. Chane died as I came back to St. Louis, he was 2 weeks from 13. Now there was Punim and Aja. At age of 9, Aja started having seizures that eventually took her life. Punim kept on going. Later she developed German Shepherd Mylopathy. She was full of life and had the will to live forever. A month after she turned fourteen, she wasn't able to get up off her back legs anymore. On Saturday 4/20/02, I had to put my baby down. What a loss. She had the best temperament. Once you were allowed in our house, she was your best bud. She would love to get her ball or her fleecy toy and play with you. So full of life, independence and love. I truly will miss her. I only hope she is up in heaven with Chane and her baby Aja playing and running again. My dream is that someday she will wait for me. There will never be another Punim. I love her and miss her.

Howard & Fran Abrams

Dear Punk, Its has been a few months now since I laid you to rest. I am sorry it had to be that way but you were suffering so much that I felt God needed you to come home. You were always such a whipper snapper that all of the dogs knew you were boss and they better mind you or else. We all miss you so much and the clickety sound of your long nails that followed us everywhere. When I was in such a terrible car wreck a year ago you were there beside my bed, wheelchair, walker and finally graduating to a cane you still were protecting me from everything and everybody. Then when I got better you still stayed by my side never wanting me to go far without you. At least now I can walk and I know you always seemed happier that I could get around again. Punk, I light the candle for you every Monday night and I want you to know how much we love and miss you. God will take care of you until I see you again. So long old Buddy. Mom, Dad and the whole family of critters.

I love you Punkin... I miss you already.

Punkin, you put up a courageous fight Little Squirt but even you weren't tough enough to battle kidney failure. I am sure you are at the Bridge by now and have joined your brother Spirit and I look forward to the day we are all reunited. Thank you for all the years of faithful companionship and unconditional love. Hugs, Mom.

To my Punky Girl aka Punkster, You have been my faithful friend always there to comfort me when I was sad and there when I need someone to love. I can't believe you are gone. My heart is broken and I will miss you with all of my heart. There will not be a day that goes by that I won't think about you. I hope you were as happy as you made me. I will miss taking care of you. This is not good bye but just so long for now. I LOVE YOU PUNKY as were my last words to you and the first when I see you again.

Punky, you are Kitty of Our Lifetime! Remember how you always won the Kitty of the Weekend contest by being first to come to us when we came home on Fridays? You were the most gallant trouper I have ever seen. You defied all odds from the beginning (when Dad saved you from choking to death) and for years with your diabetes just to stay with us. We used to call you Uncle Punky because you raised the Manxes and as we gave away kittens, everyone would say "Oh, is this the mother cat?" because you were always right in there licking them. Punky Brewster, your Smokey (the Punky tick) and Clarence Thomas will miss you as much as your dad and I will. Your last night here, Clarence stayed up and licked your face - I will never forget that. Night before last he was crying during the night in the kitchen, I am sure he was looking for you. I know that you, sweet angel, are in Heaven with Petey and PJ and your other friends, while we are left here feeling very sad without you. I will never look at the time 1:00 a.m. or p.m. without thinking of you. I am sorry that you had to leave us and even sorrier for you having to have your mouth and tummy hurting and for you not getting to come back and see us all before you went. I love you so much and you leave a hole in my heart, but you will always remain a part of me. What a good, brave boy you were. With all of our hearts, we love you, Punk-- Mom and Dad, Clarence, Smokey, et al.

Oh Puppethead, I miss you so much. The hurt is still so new, so fresh. I keep expecting to see you sitting in the sink, or cuddling with your teddy bears on the bed. You were so healthy and vibrant. When you got sick it was so sudden. I didn't know when I brought you to the vet a week ago that I wouldn't be bringing you home. I'm so glad they let me visit you every day, and that they let me bring in one of your teddy bears so you would have someone to cuddle with while I wasn't there. I'm sorry for everything the vet put you through. They were trying to make you better, but I'm sure it didn't seem that way to you. This hurts so much. I want to hold you and pet your face and sing all the Puppethead songs you like. It is too soon! I wish we could have been together for another 14 years! I hope wherever you are now, you can lie in sunbeams whenever you want to. You have added so much to my life, I wish I could have done more for you. Someday we will see each other again, and I will think of you every day until then. All my love to my little "Meeper." Sweet Puppethead, I will always love you.

Sheri

To Puppi

From your friends Avalon and Linda, may your spirit shine on Puppi dear, in light and in love always. We'll look after your mum for you.

Blessed be, Puppi xx

Avalon & Linda

star was the sweetest pup she was only 1 she was hit by a car and I saw her it was sooo hard and I saw her when she was born I miss her sooo much.

Amber

In Loving Memory of Purr, the sweetest creature ever put on this earth.
Born May 6, 1985, Journeyed to Rainbow Bridge March 19, 2002
~gone but never forgotten
...we were but stones, your light made us stars

Thank you for being the special cat you are and for choosing me to spend your life with. I will miss you every day of my life. You are with your brothers again and someday we will all be together again. Don't ever forget how much I love you.

Barbara

To Purrbott: the best mom in the whole world. You always gave lovingly to all in our household. We love you so much!

Anna and Michael Wachala

Little miaow miaow I miss you so much, you were my best friend in the whole world...

Sarah

He walked lightly and indelibly across our hearts

Frand and Barb

This was my special baby girl that adopted me.. she was shy, she was quiet, she was sweet and she loved to watch you while you worked in the yard... she was close to being a feral cat, but was waiting for me on the porch morning and night on top of my porch bench waiting to be fed. She was getting braver every day...she had such a sweet face and quiet soft meow. She was my baby girl... and I loved her very much.. she will be missed. She was found yesterday morning on the lawn.. an animal must have gotten to her as only half of her was found.. the chest up... we have not been able to find her hind quarters. I know she is now with God waiting for us and when we see her.... she will no longer be afraid of being petted or held or loved... she missed so much in life by not trusting... maybe her instincts were right in the end.... maybe she knew deep down what was in store for her.... she will be frightened no more in the arms of our Lord, Jesus Christ.

Although she would never let me touch her. I loved her very much......she was getting braver... letting me lie on the porch with her while she ate... she will forever be my little girl.. she is now joining Pyewackett and Rascal and Baby Boy...... and Shawna too. They will have such great fun getting to know each other until we get there.

Pj Dab'e

I really miss my pussy cat every day, she is to play with me always, please my pussy wherever you are, please come back to me........ I miss you very much.

Shalu

I am sad that you are gone. I miss you very much.

You were my bestfriend.

Luis

The best little angel ever. My best friend for almost 20 years.

Diane

Putter was a rescue cat. She couldn't purr very well and that's how she received her name. She was sweet and loving and the only cat that ran to greet me at the door when I came home from work.

Terri McDonnell

I love you and You are loved and missed by so many people.
I miss my "Moppycakes"
The pain of has not gone away, but I have accepted what has happened.

I just have to hang on to my faith in God to deliver me from any hurt, fear, guilt and pain. I'm going to the beach today and think about how thankful I am to have such special people in my life that love me unconditionally like you did! Just for being me! That's what God does-Loves unconditionally even when we make mistakes.
HAPPY 8th BIRTHDAY PV.

LOVE MOMMY

Pye will be missed more than words can say. For 18 happy years, he was my friend and I loved him. I hope by now, he and Yoda have found each other and are frolicking once again.

Mimi

Pyewacket was a very special kitty with an amazing personality and an intelligence that was quick. He always responsive to my spoken words as well as the unspoken. Pye and his sister, Smokey, were born outside my bedroom window on the Summer Solstice in 1993 and I immediately took them both in and cared for them thru illness that required two full blood transfusions each when they were only 5 weeks old. Pye and I were very close and his sudden death was very traumatic for me since he had not been ill or seemed in anyway to be in danger of dying. Coming home and finding his body lying on the floor next to my bed was probably the most shocking and painful event of my life and I have lived almost 49 years. I will always wish that I could have been home to be here with him, to have some how had the power to have saved him so that we could have many more years together.

Marsha Smith