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Year 2003 Tributes

Saba: You filled our lives with unconditioned love & companionship. We love & you are always in our hearts. Mami & Papi.

I want you to know, my precious boy, that mama misses you so very much.
Not a day goes by that I don't cry for you.
You were always there for me.
You knew when I was happy, and you knew when I was sad.
No matter how many babies I may have, you will always be number one.
Good bye my pretty boy.

Barbara Sexton

My husband Brad..brought Sabastian into this world in our kitchen on a January night...Sabastians mother...a pure bred Red Doberman had already given birth to seven other puppies...but she was having trouble with the last delivery..so my husband rolled up his sleeves and assisted with the birth of the eighth puppy...he was unlike any of the others..he was a fat little guy with red curly locks..Sabastian was born with an old caring soul...we knew he was special with his first breath..My husband and Sabastian were always locked at the hip...He grew into a fine, handsome adult...resembling a large red Sheep dog...Sabastian was like a child to us...Sabastian Blessed us with his first breath on that cold January night and sadly on June 12,2003 he broke our hearts when he took his last breath...I picture him frolicking in heaven..chasing skunks, riding shotgun in the golf cart out on the course where he grew up, going for rides in the car...these were just a few of his favorite things...We will forever remember our friend and he will forever remain in our hearts...He will be sadly missed...We love you Sabastian and we will be reunited with you one day when our last breath comes.

Mr & Mrs Bradley Mosher

My Sabastian kitty was my dear friend he was so loving and gentle and never scratched anyone on purpose. He slept with me and stayed by me when I was sick. I miss coming home and having you here my friend. The ocean can not hold all of the tears I cry for you. I know that our love binds us together forever, but I miss your soft purr and your sweet meow. My heart is broken and will need lots of time to heal. There will never be another kitty like you my fat cat.

To our beautiful and loving companion, Saber. We will miss you. See you at the Rainbow Bridge. Peace to you...The Diller Family

She was a stray and I didn't want her, but I could tell she loved my son, by loving my son, I loved her. Over time she wormed her way deep into my heart and became my best friend. I will miss her always.

Saber is my baby. She went to heaven yesterday. She was put down because she hardly had a chance. She was my one and only baby that I've really known well. Saber was so loyal and kind to me. She had that bond that special something that's hard to find. When I called she came. When she had a chore to make someone's day brighter she did it. She was just so kind and lovable. But I know that she's up there on Rainbow Bridge with God and my dog Roger that died two month ago. but all I know is that I love her and that she sure did leave foot prints in my heart.

Thank You for you love and dedication. See you one day again..:)

Sandra

To Sable, our friend, our protector, and our companion for many years... we loved you so very much.
Thank you for always loving us.
Glory will miss you, too.
Say "Hi" to Smyrnoff in heaven for me!

Chris, Teresa, Ryan, & Kyle King

Great companion and silent protector, Sable was known as a very sweet animal. Her passing was quiet and without suffering. We will miss her.

Ian Lagasse & Joan Kloss

I will never forget you Sable nor will I ever find anyone (person or animal) who will take your place in your completely devoted love for me. Thank you for the past 10 years, I miss you.

Mona Temby

Sable, You will be missed always, but I know that someday we will meet again at the Bridge. Until then find Smokey Jo and play and when its my time meet me at the Bridge.

Love, Donna & Phillip

All you ever did was love us.
We hope you know how much we loved you.
You left our sight but you will never leave our hearts.

Chuck Diane & Mike Hupcey

My protector and my best friend - you brought a special love and happiness that will always be cherished.

Joan

Sabra was 6 weeks old when I got her, and was such a tiny little thing. She grew into such a beautiful stately lady. There was never a more loyal best friend. I will always miss her. she is now free of pain, and I know I will see her someday on the Rainbow Bridge, goodbye old friend I love you

Dennis Hall

Sabre, you brought so much love and joy into our home. You were a devoted companion that showed unconditional love for all of us.

I remember bringing you home to Ohio from Pennsylvania when you were a puppy and how you fell asleep on my lap. It seems like it has been so long but yet it feels too short.

Our love for you will never die.

Sabre's dad, mom, and siblings.

Sabrina, My best friend. Thank you, thank you for the time you gave me. In every aspect of my life you were there. All the things that I love to do you loved too. Camping, hiking, biking, skiing, sailing, playing in the waves, hanging out with me at work--who else would do that. Adopting and taking care of JR, kitten to cat. I will miss you more than I can bear. When I first adopted you and took to for your check up, I told the vet that you were the perfect dog. I had no idea at that time what an understatement that would be. I know I had to let you go yesterday. You deserved better than to go through pain and discomfort. I am so sorry the treatments failed. I hope that your spirit is free and that you will come back to me after you have had a chance to explore and have this adventure. I hope you know that was holding you to protect you and not to hold you back. I know how much you loved going to McCall and running in the forest and looking for squirrels. Whenever, I ski and hike there, you will be in my heart. You know where we are going to build the house. That's your place too. Please watch over us. Muffie knows that her best friend can no longer wrestle with her but please let her know you are still with her.
Carrying you in my heart isn't enough right now because I miss you so much. Sabrina, you kept me going so many times. What can be so bad when you have your best friend beside you. You are such an important part of my life. My dear, dear Sabrina.

Jeannie Watanabe

She was my Beautiful flower and so lovable

Ed L Root

Our little kitten....We loved you so and looked forward to many happy years together. We didn't know you where sick but now you are in a better place. While you where only with us a short while, you made our lives much richer....with loving memories...Sabrina

My Precious Little Lamb,

Words could never adequately express how much I love you my precious little lamb. You were, and always will be, my most beloved and cherished friend here on earth. Thank you my precious angel for all the love and happiness you gave me each and every day of your sweet life. The pain of your loss will remain deeply rooted within my heart for the rest of my days. For as long as I live, your precious memory, and my everlasting love for you, will remain alive and constant. I now await the blessed day when we are joined together, once again, for eternity.

With all my love for all time,

Mommy
xoxoxo

Sabrina,
you were my friend and my child. You made my life worth living for to come home and you be wagging your tail, when you slept by my side at night, and being there for me when I had other losses. But my family loved you as well and we all miss you so much, until we meet again.

Love you always,
Jessi (mom)

She is now with the angels. She lives on in our hearts. She will be greatly missed. We love you girly whirly.
Love,
Stephanie, Eric and Teddy

Saddie brought joy in my life. As we got her she was my little baby. Many people think how hard it was to lose a pet but this was the hardest I had to go through.

Saddie was born with Heart murmur. My family didn't care about that, we loved her. We only got to spend time with her for a year. Saddie Pasted away 9 days after my birthday.

My brother and Mother found Saddie outside dead. My sister picked me up at the bus stop. Before the bus left I broke out in to tears. The saddest day of my life was that day. I miss her so much.

I miss you so much Saddie. The day I got you, the day I loved, the day we said good-bye. I cryed to sleep that night, my pillow was all wet from my tears. I will never forget you my lil girl. I love you..never forget that. The day I find you and the others at the rainbow bridge. I wont let anything take you from me like it did..never will we be separated. I love you baby girl.

Love Mommy!!

I bought Sadeeke for my sister who was moving out of the house but Sadeeke decided otherwise - I was hers and she didn't indulge anyone else.
When I moved out a while later, my mom called me after 3 weeks to please come and get Sadeeke because she didn't want to come out of my room and went on a hunger strike. We were inseperable ever since.
Sadeeke has been my companion and love for almost 18 years.
I was hoping to have a few more years with her, but a liver insufficiency stopped her very suddenly from walking, eating, or living in any real way.
The day before yesterday, june 25, 2003 the vet euthanised her and yesterday she was cremated and I took her home again in a small, handmade ceramic urne. She has her own little place now, not only in my heart but still in my house.
She was so special, "talked" whole day, opened cabinets, doors, windows :-) and slept in my arms every single night.
I feel as though a part of me has been ripped away, with Sadeeke passed away it feels as if an era of my own personal history has been closed.
She has seen me through relationships, new homes, new cities, new jobs. She sat with me when I cried and terrorised me while reading the newspaper :-)
I miss her more than words can even express. I don't know how I will live my life without her.
Sadeeke, pateeke, prutsekadeeke - THANKS for everything !

Sad Face:
Oh my pretty girl, do I miss you.
It has been over a year now since your passing, and I miss you everyday.
The empty spot in our bed is a constant reminder of your absence.
I miss hearing you walk down the stairs in SAD FACE fashion.
I miss seeing you sun yourself in the front window.
I miss how you love the other cats and take care of them.
I miss you jumping up in my lap for loving.
My heart still breaks for you, and all I can do is take comfort in knowing that one day will be together again, never to be separated.
You will always be my PRETTY GIRL!
I love you Sad Face.

Roberta & John

Sadie, was my first horse I bought her from an auction. she became sick with colic we did everything we could paying over $900 for vets, but it wasn't enough, Sadie passed at age 34. when she died, so did part of me. RIP SADIE

Crystal

To the most awesome dog I have ever know, Thank you for 14 wonderful years, I'll always love you.

Judy

Sadie was my third dachshund, and she was the most even-tempered and best trained of the three. Now she's joined her sisters Fraulein and Cinder, who are also listed here, at the Rainbow Bridge. Sadie was a big snuggle bunny and loved to slip under the covers when she slept in the people bed. Her two biggest enemies were the postal carrier and the dryer buzzer. She frequently vanquished the dryer buzzer, and remembering her jaunty walk afterward makes me smile. For more about her, see the Web site she made *smile* at http://dear.to/monica. She was my baby; she left too soon, and I'll miss her always.

Monica Ingram

I loved my Sadie. She was 3 & died w/ heart failure. I didn't know that could happen. Treasure your pet friends...you never know when the last time is you will see them. Love you Sadie...your always in my heart.

Amanda Massengill

Sadie was the love of my light, and still is. She was definitely mama's girl, but would settle for Dad, when I wasn't around. She knew when I was sad, and how to make me feel better. Such compassion that some humans never feel. We took Sadie to Florida, Mississippi, and to Grandma's and Grandpa's to babysit. Sadie got sick when she was eleven years old. At first they thought it was an infection, but unfortunately it turned out to be liver failure. We nursed her and took care of her for almost four years while living with this disease. The vets thought it was quite a miracle, but said if it wasn't for the great care we gave her, she would not be alive. The toxins were affecting her brain, and she slowly got worse. I knew the time was getting close when I would have to let her go, but could not bring myself to do it. Finally , one weekend , I knew I had to do this favor for Sadie. It was not fair to her to keep her on this earth, because I was having such hard time letting her go.
It has been four months, and I still miss her. I am convinced that she was my forever dog, and there will never be another like her.
To my Sadie; Run, play and have a ball, watch over me, and always remember how much I love you.....Sadie's Mama

Sadie - Our big black dog - Our special giant girl.
You gave us so much love and happiness.
Look for Dallas at the Rainbow Bridge.
He will keep you until we can all be together again.
Thank you for all the smiles, hugs, and kindness.
We love you and miss you.

Brenda

You were a very loving puppy. You would greet us every time we would come out the door. You, in your own way would put a smile on anyone's face every time we saw you. You were a good little girl. I am sad that our time was so short to get to know you and do the things we had planned with you. You were " MY BABY" " My Sadie Girl" you were OUR protection here on Earth. But now Girl, you can protect us from up above. I am sorry about the accident hunny, I wish I would have knew and walked Daddy out to his Car, and then none of this would have happened and you would still be here with us and we would all be happy again. It has just now been 24 hours since you have been gone and it seems like forever. I really do miss your " Barking" it is so quiet and lonely out here without you. Daddy feels so bad about the accident. Logan and Cody miss you and are very sad you are gone. We will always LOVE YOU and MISS YOU. We WILL see each other again Sadie, at the Rainbow Bridge and we all will cross it together as Family. We love you Sadie~ take care my sweet Angel God Bless you. Corey~Amy~Logan~Cody~Zoey~Tiger~Shadow

Our sweet Sadie, after almost 6 months battle with lymphoma and having adapted so bravely to sudden blindness at the onset, you are finally at rest. You were a loyal and happy friend and I miss you so very much...My walks just aren't the same and our home feels empty without you. From the time that Kevin and Amy and I found you at the Humane Society here in San Antonio, brought you home to meet Bill and captured his heart as well, you enriched all of our lives. "My Little Girlie," sweet dreams of catching those squirrels, chasing those birds, and getting all the rubs you could want.

Ann Schindler

Sadie, I am so sorry for what you went through the last few days of your life. You are truly loved and missed. I had planned to have many more years with you, my heart cries every time I think of you. I didn't want to watch you suffer anymore, that is why I made the decision to help you go to heaven. I hope you forgive me. We had almost 7 wonderful years together, I will cherish these every day of my life. We all miss you dearly, Love, Stacie, Tony, Caitie, Jeremy, baby Bryce and your dog companion Cheyenne. (even the cats!)

Thank you Saderdog for the time you spent with me. You kept me going through the darkest times in my life. Play with Tanger, Magnum, and Snoopy at the Bridge. At last you are out of your pain now. Love, Bill

This incredibly sensitive and caring dog was in tune with all the people in her family. Sweet-tempered like a Golden Retriever, with the intelligence of a German Shepherd, she was loved for her smile, her adaptability, and her joyous reactions to her favorite words ("walk," "car ride," "cookie" or "treat," "go.") She could also respond to simple questions just like any human family member - "want to go to sleep?" "want to go potty?" Not just our family, but everyone who knew Sadie loved her -and thought she was incredibly beautiful (which she was) We will miss her terribly.

Sweet gentle girl with the dance of joy, smile, love of life.

J.C. Goodman

We just wanted to pat tribute to the little girl who graced out lives for so many years, and has given us the gift of so many beautiful memories. I hope she is with her "other" mommy right now, as happy, safe and loved as she was here. "Goodbye for now, my sweet little one" I truely hope to see you and hold you again someday.

Mommy and Daddy

I found Sadie walking alongside the highway Friday May 9, 2003. I took her home that night knowing I could not keep her. She was obviously someone's loving pet. I tried to find out whose but was unsuccessful. I had to leave her at the Humane Society the next day. I was just told that after keeping her for a week, they put her to sleep Friday May 16,2003. They said she had become aggressive. The dog I turned in was not aggressive in any way. I'm so sorry I had to leave her. I owe this dog. I'm so sorry.

Thank you Sadie girl for blessing us with your presence. Whether it was spilling the cups on the table or climbing around at dinnertime to see if you wanted to help yourself to anything on our plates, everything about you will be missed. You were a special girl and fought hard to stay with us. Thank you for being Sadie. Forever in our hearts and minds.

Terra

Loss of Sadie

You left my side on the 13th of April. I can still feel you rubbing against my leg. Never asking for much, only love, warmth and food. My little fat girl. When I pulled you from our bushes on that hot July you were so pitiful. Born with only one eye. I never thought you would survive. When I took you to the doctor in a hamster cage (that is how little you were) I thought for sure I would have to say goodbye. Well you I did and having only one eye was of no consequence. You could spot the smallest spec on the wall or ceiling before I could. Most of the time not really knowing what I was looking for. When you started to cry I held you in my arms and you left me. I hope you could feel my warmth and me telling you how much I loved you. Until we meet again my love. Love Mom

Donna Kahus

Sadie was a loving, devoted companion and friend to my children and I for 12 years. She was always glad to see us, and had a very special demeanor. She loved EVERYONE and brought a smile to every person she encountered. She was a very, very smart dog and loved to lie in my lap. We will miss her terribly, but know that she is in a better place, and is no longer suffering. She suffered longer than we knew, but would never let on that she was in pain. We will keep her in our hearts forever. We love you Sadie.

Deb Halper

We miss you little princess. Our house it not a home and it is so empty without you. It hurts because we wish we could have you back to cuddle and play and spoil, but we have the greatest memories that anyone could have. Your life was too short and we will never forget you. You were more wonderful than we ever could have dreamed of and we will love you forever.

Love, Daddy and Mommy

Such a loving dog who passed away before she could even have a life. You'll always be remembered with love and for all the happiness you gave us.

Dr. John M. McKittrick

Sadie was my best friend and my heart is broken that she is no longer with me. She was so sweet and made me laugh. Sadie was with me constantly and I am very lonely without her unconditional love and companionship. Sadie had many health problems throughout her 11 years but she have always made it through them but this time was different. I know that she is healthy and can see again. She will always be in my heart. I love you Sadie!!

Marty Farmer

Please remember this week our SADIE GIRL who we sadly and painfully HAD to "let go" on 4/10/03. She was diagnosed with cancer just 6 weeks ago and given but a short 4 months to live. Her "quality" of life would be put to the test, and she put up a brave fight, but we couldn't bare to see her suffer another minute. Selfish as I wanted to be and keep her with us "forever", those big brown eyes I saw were telling me... "it's okay, you can let me go."

I know it was the right and loving thing to do, but we all MISS her terribly, and knowing that she won't be there RUNNING!! to the gate when we pull around the corner every day is almost unbearable right now.

But I know too, that we're not the first people to ever lose a pet, and thankfully she did not suffer long or was injured where she would have needed to be put to sleep. I do thank God for that!! We'll be okay knowing Sadie is at peace, off running in some HUGE field where there are no fences, no pain, with the biggest smile on her face just sucking it all in :)

We will see her again and cherish every memory she's given us that NO ONE can replace or take away from us. Please remember Sadie in all your prayers, as we do for ALL those who have lost their special pets as well.
Thank you!!

We LOVE and MISS you Sadie Girl... Jo, Megan & Scott

I wanted to add Sadie. She was nobody's cat, but the day she died she became a pet to three people. Sadie was born in an animal shelter that I volunteer at. Two kittens from her litter had already died, but the rest looked healthy. Then one day, Sadie was away from her mama, and when we picked her up, she was cold. We warmed her and gave her formula, and the best chance we could. She died while laying comfortably on the chest of another volunteer. I had planned to bring her home and continue to nurse and warm her throughout the night. Instead, I brought her home to bury her. Sadie was nobody's cat, but for one day, she was ours.

Farewell Sadie Girl! You are, and always will be, my squirrelly girl! Daddy, the boys and I miss you very much. We will never forget you. Even though you were only with us for a short time, your love was unconditional and you have left your paw prints on our hearts forever! We hope that Dakota is taking care of you and keeping you in line. You still had so much learning to do! You be a good girl Sades, and remember us!

Love,
Mommy

We are going to miss you very much, we hope that you are now at peace. Brandy, Murphee and Sydney will be there to help you. We couldn't have asked for a better dog, friend and companion. We love you lots Baby Girl.
Your Loving Family

My dear Sadie, you brought more joy to my life than I ever thought possible. You were always by my side, we did everything together. You are in my thoughts always, and I miss you more every day. I know you have now gone to a better place where you are young and healthy once again, you have made friends with our beloved Amanda, Tippey, Minnie and Sylvester, and you are waiting for me to join you. Until we meet again, please know I love you dearly and I feel your spirit is always with me.
Your buddy, Duane

Sadie Dog (little black dog) we love you so much. When I rescued you from the pound little did I know how much joy and love you'd bring to me and then to daddy when I met him. You were my little rubber head, my crazy lady and I thank you for all the belly laughs you gave us through the years. Thanks for all the toe licks and warm cuddles at night.
We love you forever...

Leigh

Sadie was a small bundle of love and will be missed by her "Mommy and Daddy" and her sister Mittens. She is at Rainbow Bridge now and at peace.
Dave and Carol Rice

Although our angel dog came into our home and hearts only a year & 1/2 ago, she changed our lives forever. With her "wiggle butt" when she wagged her nub, singing with dad, hogging the bed at night, and going everywhere with her people mom, she brought a joy to our home that will forever be missed. Our baby girl was a Boxer rescued when she was 6 years old. She came into our home and loved all her furry and people family. She adored "her" cat Bandit. Sadie lost her battle with cardiomyopathy and possibly a brain tumor today. Her spirit will forever be in our hearts. We love you Sadie Bug. We'll see you again at rainbow bridge.

Ed and Rachel Goodman

Sadie was the best friend I ever had. She kept my secrets, kissed away my tears, and loved me unconditionally. She let my toddler son climb all over her, rough house with her, and sleep on her back.
She was polite, smart, loyal and well behaved. I never had to tie her, she kept out of the road, and she had a few neighborhood friends that she would "visit" daily.....on her rounds.
We lost Sadie in 1996 when she became very ill and suffered complete organ failure after being poisoned. It was the worst thing I ever had to do, to look at her face as she struggled to stand up and greet me when I came to the vet on that final day. The vet said she didn't react to anyone, yet when she saw my husband and I, she struggled to her feet, weakly wagged her tail, and in her eyes I saw "Please, end my suffering. I love you and you know what to do. If the situation were reversed, and I could stop your pain, I would do the same for you....for you have given me the best life a dog could ever ask for". I knew then that it was time and I sat on the floor, cradling Sadie in my arms as the vet administered the injection. It was all so fast and peaceful, all I recall was my tears streaming over her beautiful coat.
As it was winter and the ground was frozen, we had Sadie cremated and later scattered half her ashes in the woods where she loved to run..and buried the other half under a tree in the yard, where her grave is marked by a stone I made.
Sadie may be gone, but she will never be forgotten..
It took several years, but I finally broke down and got my son another pet. Added to the family now are Nikki and Emma, and they are loved very much. It I s true, your heart always has room for one more...or, in my case, two. But of all the pets I have had the privilege to know, Sadie will be the one I will remember the most.
I will look for her when I cross the Bridge, I know she is there waiting for me....her last words to me told me so.

We love you, Sadie Lou Who. Your passing has broken our hearts but your presence in our lives has made us all the richer.

Hope you're baying at cars and chasing cats in the other world.

LOVE,

Mommy/Daddy

Sadie Mae was my heart and soul and my reason to wake up in the morning...Found her a very sick stray and it was like she had to repay us for the care with her total devotion. She was the littlest among 3 Labs but she ruled. I will be forever thankful she was apart of our life. Till we meet again Sadie, Mom and Dad love you....

You will be missed my lovely Sadie...The bed will be so empty without you there at my feet everynight. I wish I could have helped you fight that cancer, but I had to let you go and not suffer anymore. I know you will be with us always and you will be so very much missed and you will always be loved...run now Sadie Mae...run.....and feel no more pain ever again....I love you...Judi, Tim, Shep, Lucy, Gretchen, and Powder You are with the Angels now...

putting a beloved old dog to sleep never gets any easier does it? godspeed dear Sadie. I am so terribly sad. I rescued Sadie...a lovely chocolate who was about 7 yrs or so and so sweet..no one ever claimed her so, I just had to adopt her. She made me love dogs..until then I liked them just fine but, didn't exactly love them...now I do. I can't believe how sad I am.

Linda

I Only Wanted You

They say memories are golden
well maybe that is true.
I never wanted memories,
I only wanted you.

A million times I needed you,
a million times I cried.
If love alone could have saved you
you never would have died.

In life I loved you dearly,
In death I love you still.
In my heart you hold a place
no one could ever fill.

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

Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same.
But as God calls us one by one,
the chain will link again.

Author unknown

Sadie,
My love, my companion, how ever will I get through this 1st night without you?

Jennifer Bertolasio

To Our Beloved Pet "Dodo". Rest in Peace my dear canine companion. We will love you always.

Lisa

Sady, you were a very special dog. You found us and you were my first dog that died. Your death caused us to grief a lot but also to get into rescuing hundreds and hundreds of dogs. Because of you Saboo, Beau and Smokey found a new home, not to mention the long list of dogs, puppies and even cats and kittens who had a temporary home with us and still do. Because of you, I have made a difference in the world that I never imagined.

Birgit Miranda

Sady was the best dog anyone could ask for. She loved everyone and wouldn't hurt a fly. We miss her so, but know that she is in a better place now. We hope to see her again one day. Until then, she will forever remain in our hearts.

Terry & Jennifer Lapoint

He was my Valiant Protector who took care of me and would not let anyone near me that would hurt me.
I miss him dearly.

Renee Beers

Oh, my Beloved, Sage. I will miss you. You came into my life 13 years ago as a feral little gray ball of fur. I got you originally for my best friend and roommate Allan. But it wasn't a good mix. I guess you and I were destined to journey together. You have been with me through the good times and the bad. You and Adric didn't like each other but you became inseparable. He misses you. So does your fur family. And there is an ache in my heart. But there is also Love. you are my Grand Duchess. I will always Love you.

Love,

Daddy Jay

A most gentle creature whose legs did not want to work anymore. May you find freedom and happiness until we meet again. We love you so much and will miss your sweet face.

Jen & Jamey Stradling

I only had you for such a short while, yet we had so many plans together. I will never forget you Beloved Friend with the beautiful eyes. I will meet you at The Rainbow Bridge. I will always love you.

Renee' King-Brown

My dog was the light of my life. He died in my arms...and that's the way I know he wanted it. He even mustered enough strength to reach his neck up and rub his nose to my face before he died. It was beautiful.

Poppy Krause

Sasha, you are my baby, and I miss you much. You slept on my belly for 14 years, and my sleep is light without you. You are the sweetest of sweet, and Mommy misses you. You were loved by all you little "squirrel". Always so happy to be loved, and never giving up to find a hand to ontop you litte head. Sleep tight.

Kirsten Yauch

I loved you so much my beautiful baby boy,
I am so sorry I couldn't make you well.

Saint, I know you are with Jesus and the Saints (who you named after) I know they you and the Saints will interceded
for the people of the world. So my special Saint with the heavenly father please help us. Love your earthly family

My Beautiful Baby Girl Saiorse,
You were my special girl, you never knew how much hearing your meow at the end of a long day or your snuggling on my shoulder or behind my head while I slept at night meant to me. You were there when I cried. You comforted me without doing a thing; you only had to be there. I will miss your bright eyes; when you were a kitten we nicknamed you "Light Bulb Eyes" because they were so big and curious. I will miss your little paws. You were so special to me because of your little six toes, just like your Mommy, Niko. I swear you thought they were hands, you could pick almost anything up with them. I will miss seeing you happy when I would come home, chittering at me, rolling on your back and doing your "rubba face" routine. Aunt Brit will miss your silly "running to the foodbowl" routine. She loved when I would imitate your reaction to something new....."uuuuh oh, gotta eat!" I will miss the way you would sling yourself over my shoulder when I would pick you up, as if you were letting everyone know it was your perch and they weren't to forget it. I already miss you putting your little face right in mine, rubbing your face on my glasses, or on my hat, which if wasn't close enough, you'd grab with your little paws and pull closer; you had the most beautifully long whiskers that tickled my face but I never did mind. I'll miss playing with you with your laser, seeing you sit on the floor and tap the wall with your paw as the laser would go by. How you loved that silly laser, and would look so forlorn when I would turn it off. We would say it was your best friend. We buried you with your little baby, your Rhino beanie baby. When you were younger you went everywhere with that thing, carrying it in your mouth just like it was your own little kitty to take care of. She will be with you now. It is hard to recall all the silly things you did that made me so happy in the short seven years you were with me. I miss you more than you could possibly imagine, but I know I will one day see you again at Rainbow Bridge and there will be no more tubes, machines, or hurt. I miss you, but I know you no longer are burdened by pain, and that comforts me. I will see you again, my Little Face. Love, Mommy

Saitey,

You are still here, chasing the window cleaner and the post man. Wait for me, old friend.

Robert Shaw

"Baby I don't want to know the reason why, but lately you don't talk to me and I can't see me in your eyes. I hold you near, but your so far away. Let your love flow back to me, how can you leave and let this feeling die. You alone are the only living thing that keeps me alive and tomorrow if I'm here without your love. You know I can't survive. Only your love can raise me above it all".

Barry, Maurice Robin Gibbs tribute to their brother Andy

Brenda McConnell

Saleen, you have changed my life forever. I feel as though I have lost a child, and in some ways I have.

You entered my life in Dec `95 dressed in a Santa suit. From that moment you stole my heart. The two of us were virtually inseparable for 7 years. I tried to include you in anything I did. At times that would get Momma upset, but she understood our bond and reluctantly accepted it.

I will miss our rides in the car together, the way you used to bark with your racket ball still in your mouth. How you would love to get a "new chewie" from the cupboard and your ways of getting me to give in and give you treats. Riding on the lawn mower with me is one even the neighbors won't forget.

Things are not the same without you here.

I hope and pray you understand that what I did for you was in the name of Love. I could no longer stand to see you sit and tremble in pain. And even though your pain is gone, the pain I feel will not go away. I miss you like nothing ever before. The security of you being by my side is a feeling I cannot get over. Your undying love and affection will live with me forever.

The house is silent. I feel an emptiness I cannot explain. I want so much to be with you again, but I cannot leave everyone behind until my time comes. Please wait for me near the Rainbow Bridge. I will call for you when my time here is through. And we will be together again.

Daddy loves you so much

You will be forever missed

Daddy

My brave boy had cancer and died at home the day he was supposed to have his first chemo, though I think he was too far gone by then but held on for me, if only I had caught it sooner. I miss you and love you Salem-with all my heart, and hope your thinking of me and are happy where you are, I feel my days are so empty now without you and hope you will come visit me if you can, I will think of you every day until we meet again, goodbye my big strong beautiful boy, I hope you are happy where you are.

Sheryl Neufeld

Thank you for teaching me to trust.

Linda Misch

Sally was a special little dog and we shall miss her so much.

We hope she is feeling well and lively again now.

Lynda Pattie

To one of the most beautiful girls. Whose soul was tortured by horrible previous owners and whose soul is with God now. May she rest with him and stay happy until I reach her. I wish I could have made you happier but I know you needed to rest your sad soul. I hope you know that I never wanted to lose you the way I did, but I tried to give you two great years. I love you, dear Sally girl. Your mom, Julia.

Sally was the best blonde dog.
Missed by her litter-sister Oprah, her moms BJ & Sandy, and sister cats Lucy, Gracie and HerShe.
WE all miss her tremendously!

Bette Jeschke

Our little Salsa girl passed due to lymphoma cancer of the Gi tract She will be loved and missed for all our days. We anxiously await the day we meet again at the Rainbow Bridge.

Tim Copeland

Dear Salty,
At the time of your passing it was so sudden I think I went totally numb. It was just one month after mom's passing and I could hardly believe I had lost my companion of eight years who had chased fear from my life.
None of us knew you should not have been given the anesthesia you were given in order to do the dental procedure. I'll always remember how you treed the neighbor's cat on a regular basis and the day you got out the front door and took me on a merry chase through the neighborhood! You were loving every minute of it!!!!!!!!
Now you have another Skye companion to play with. Caspar is with you now, so you and all my other 'bridge kids' can keep one another company until I can be there with you once again. Know I have always missed you my pretty girl.
'Aunt katy' and I always think of you often and you are always in our hearts. Try not to be too bossy with Caspar!
He has a very tender heart and for heaven's sake do not hide his 'Barney'!
Love,
Mommy and 'Aunt Katy' and all the others who love and cared for you!

Sam loved everyone and everyone loved Sam. He was well known for his ways in the little town he lived in. He was a gentle giant with loving ways. We grieve the loss of our friend and loyal companion. We will never forget our Sambones and pray you are free now from all hurt and worldly pain.

Pam and Billie Smith

Sam, you were our baby boy. We loved you, the grandkids loved you and you loved them. Thank you for your loyalty, companionship, love and for sharing your life with us.
we will miss you always.
mommy and daddy

Sam, your Kathy and Kimmy miss you so much. One last kiss or one last ear scratch is all we need until we see you again.

I'll never forget my most loyal and only companion, I just can't believe she is gone. Hopefully there will be a time we will meet again.
Thanks Sam for all your love.

John Palumbo

My little stinkerbell left this world on October 6. What she left me was wonderful memories of an amazing dog who showed so much love to me that I will carrying that love until I cross over and be reunited with her again. Every morning when I wake up and every evening when I get home from work I look for your beautiful face. I hurt so much because I miss you. Friends and family tell me how lucky she was to have me and I tell them that I was the lucky one. I had her with me for 12 years, 9 months and 14 days. Now I will carry her in my heart for the rest of my life. I love you Sam.

Roberta Clark

To my beloved dog Sam. You will always be loved the most. I miss you so much. Lover you forever and ever, my little doggy soulmate. You at the Rainbow Bridge soon, I hope. Your devoted and loving Mom.

Sam is the father of my current baby, Thunder. I learned that Sam was poisoned and my heart just broke. Thunder is his father's son, of that I have no doubt... Sam was a very gentle giant indeed... his favorite toy was a 4x4 block of wood... and no one... I mean no one was allowed to touch it unless he allowed it. If Sam loved you, and there were very few that he didn't, when you came into his yard he would greet you with his version of a hug... jumping up to throw his massive arms (ok... legs) around your neck. Sam was only 5 or 6 years old.. much to young to have his life cut short so cruelly. Sam... as you watch over my baby Simba there at the bridge I have to say thank you, and know that you are forever in my heart, as well as your mom's.... She loves you and misses you very much.

Manuela

My home is empty without you beside me. The whole family misses you very much. You are and will always be with me.

Deanna Vandyk

Sam was a young, loving pet- who succumbed suddenly to a mysterious illness. He ascended to the Rainbow Bridge from the arms of my husband- staring into my husband's eyes. We can't wait to be reunited with him!
Thank you all for remembering him~

Sean and Lorraine

Oh Sam, how I'm am missing you now! Those big brown eyes gazing at me where ever I go. You would follow me from room to room. You were so gentle and sweet. An angel in disguise. My heart aches for you now. How am I going to get through this? You were a part of this family for almost 13 years. My sweet Sammy dog! How am I going to get over the guilt, for leaving you at the vet all day, and not checking on you til it was too late? My poor baby died all alone at the vet. I couldn't even go check on him sooner. I didn't know Sam! If I had known just how close to death you were, I would never have left you. The vet wasn't even there. You had to die, all by yourself in that cement cell. I left you for 10 hours before I even called to check on you. The vet told me to do that though. To call at that time. I thought you would still be alive Sam. I would never have done that if I knew you were going to die. Yes, I knew you were pretty sick, but I really thought you'd still be there. Why didn't I go check on you at 3:30 when I felt the urge to call and check on you? Why didn't I do it?! Please forgive me Sam. You were the BEST dog! You would never have left me, if it were the other way around. Thanks Sam for the 13 years of love you gave this family, and I will never forget you! I want to see you waiting for me in Heaven when my time comes, Baby. Love you SO MUCH!!!

Diana

Sam,

You were such a good buddy to us. We miss you terribly, as do your many friends- human and canine. You were so brave in your yearlong battle with congestive heart failure. Now that you are at the Bridge, you can do all of the things that you have always enjoyed, now that your heart is new again. We will see you again-be good!

Michelle and Jim Burchfield

This dog has been my life for the past 10 years, through very hard times, some good times, but always by my side. He never caused me one minute's trouble, but was always there to help ME when I needed it. He was a great and loyal friend, one never forgotten. God, please help me to get through these next few days, which are the hardest. I love you Sam......

Love, Mom

Best dog I've ever met
love you

Amanda

I never knew what unconditional love was until Sam was given to me 10 years ago. Sam was the most loving, loyal and forgiving dog, he was my protector, he was my friend, he was my first child. When my boys were born, he loved them, because I loved them, he excepted them and became their protector and friend. His gentleness and unconditional love is so missed and will never be forgotten.
How do you say goodbye to someone who knew the real you, and loved you anyway? My precious, sweet, loving, loyal Sammy, you took with you a great big piece of my heart.
Mommy

We laid Sam, our faithful, goofy Labrador retriever, to rest the day after Christmas. While it was exactly what he wanted, it was an incredibly hard decision to make - even though I realized that I had been willing him to keep going until I was ready to let him go. As if to punctuate the decision we had made to let him go, he had three seizures in less than 24 hours on Dec. 25 and 26 - something he'd never done before.

Because I work from home, I had the glorious luxury of spending his last day with him. We did a lot of nothing, although he got lots of hugs and pets from me. And I talked with him about his 10 1/2 years with us and all the memories I could muster. He also walked the yard completely more than once as if to say goodbye. Even Miko, our cat, refrained from her usual craziness to cuddle with Sam and touch her nose to his.

Sam, unlike Fannie our sheepdog, was less vocal and a pretty quiet dog. But he was so tuned into my emotions, it was scary sometimes. As I did with Fannie, I'd like to share some of my fondest memories of Sam with you.

* He was the only golden-colored lab in a litter of all black puppies - he was destined to be different!

* He was also the only one napping while all the other puppies were going crazy playing with one another - my kind of dog!

* He came into our home as a puppy, when Fannie was just a bit over a year old. She became his surrogate mother of sorts, a role she played until she died in July 2002.

* Sam loved to retrieve things (no surprise) and he'd bring just about anything to you that he'd find. I'm grateful he never felt compelled to bring anything gross back. He was also smart and defied the adage 'you can't teach an old dog new tricks'. He learned to fetch the newspaper at 8 years old.

* He also loved to eat, especially boneys (dog biscuits). He'd stand at the 'boney door' and look at us as if to say 'I think it's boney time'. He taught Miko this trick and now she stretches up the 'boney door' for her 'boney'. (Hey, once a dog person, always a dog person. The cat gets boneys.) :)

* He did catch a squirrel once. It was eating birdseed off of our deck. I showed it to Sam and he got all excited about the 'squibby' (Lee's made up word for squirrels) on the deck. Then, I took the dogs downstairs to let them out. Silly me - I thought the squirrel would run away in the interim. It didn't and, as Sam ran out looking up and back at the deck, the squirrel jumped - right into his mouth! The look of surprise on his face was so funny! Of course, the squirrel was not amused and promptly bit him on the lip. Sam came back with his tail between his legs as if to say 'I'm sorry for not bringing back the squibby.' The bite did necessitate a trip to the vet's to make sure it was only a surface wound. (It was.)

* Another squirrel tale - Steve gave me two plastic squirrels to put into the yard. We hid them from the dogs and Lee placed them on the railing of the deck. THEN we showed the dogs. They both tore out to get the squirrels, each touching one with their nose. Imagine their surprise when the squirrels both fell off the edge and down below. Both dogs stuck their heads between the railings to look down at where the squirrels went. Then they looked back at us (we were now rolling with laughter) with a 'huh??' look on their faces. They only fell for that trick once. Smart dogs.

* Sam was 'the baby', sleeping in bed with me and Steve. Sam clearly thought I belonged to him and he would punctuate this by wiggling in between us during the night. It wasn't uncommon for Steve to wake up perched on the edge of the bed with Sam's feet in his back.

* We live on the edge of the woods and at night Sam would run outside barking at the top of his lungs. I think he was trying to scare away the things that scared him. It must have worked.

* Sam had a HUGE aversion to snakes, even the nice ones. He is the only dog of his size that I've known that could propel himself backwards with all 4 feet off the ground to get away from a snake smell, skin or actual snake. Once, when Steve had to kill a relentless copperhead that decided to live in our backyard, Sam did his jumping thing and then took a very wide berth around the spot where the snake died. He did this for two weeks before the spot lost enough of its smell to become harmless (to Sam) again.

* Sam was introduced to water a little later in life. At first, he hated it. But one day, while I was swimming in the lake, I felt something next to me. I looked over and it was Sam, swimming right alongside, smiling. We had a lot of fun in the water after that.

* Sam was also Lee's night-time buddy. He would stay with Lee, who enjoys staying up till all hours of the night, and end up sleeping on the couch with him. Sam took his duty of 'keeping an eye on Lee' pretty seriously.

* Sam was also a compassionate dog, who would try to help people feel better. Once, early this year, he caught me crying. He crawled up into my lap (all 90 pounds) and studied my face. Then he gave me some heartfelt licks, clearing my face of tears. Then he put his head on my chest for a moment and looked back up to see my reaction. At the sight of another tear, I again got a big lick and a chest hug. He continued to study me even after he had gotten off my lap, to make sure I was okay.

My memories of Sam are more vague than of Fannie, in part because the (presumed) brain tumor that finally ended his life was slowly taking away his personality. Because it was so slow, we didn't really notice, other than some odd behaviors he adopted (nervousness, anxiousness, fear of taking walks) that we attributed to 'age'. If we'd only known. In a way, we've been saying goodbye to him for over three years, just this time, it's for good.

He will always be our Sammyguy, Peabody (don't ask), Shed-boy, Napping buddy, My favorite Brown Dog, The Baby. I will miss his snoring, the feel of his flat, smooth head and the smell that he had when he was sleepy. And I'm comforted to know his pain is gone and that he can once again run, play and swim to his heart's content. I just hope Fannie didn't bite him when she saw him (which was her usual way of greeting him).

I'll miss you, Sammyguy.

Lis Tanz, Steve Poetz, Lee Harrison

You were my companion and beloved buddy of 14yrs. I've been blessed to have had you in my life. I will always hold you in my heart and look forward to seeing on the other side. Rest in peace my angel.
Love Momma.

Sam has been the best company to all of us. He was a great cat. We love and miss him and his furry face.

Cary Dudgeon, Erin & James Brown, Antoinette, Josephine & James Panarella

Sam, this tribute is for you. It is to honor the brave, kind, wonderful partner you were to us for nine years. God sent you to us. He knew you needed special care and he knew we would provide it. Together we battled epilepsy, cluster seizures, pancreatitis, hypothyroidism, and finally lost the battle to liver disease. You never complained, you were always incredibly brave and courageous. You were a remarkable friend who never failed to let us know how much you loved us. We miss you Sam, we love you and always will. You touched many hearts and you will be in ours forever.

Jim & Doris Waddell

I still miss you with all my heart! I can't wait to see you on the bridge.

Jim

I lost my best friend 1 week ago today. He was with me for 13 years and I miss him very much. Sam was the best dog that I have ever had, he was oh so smart and very gentle. He was with me through thick and thin, he helped me get through some real tough times in my life. He developed over the past few years arthritis in his hind legs, but he didn't let it get him down, he still thought that he could do all the things that a puppy could do. He started slowing down a few months ago, and towards the end he was having a hard time with one of his front legs as well. I tried pain medicine and steroid shots, and they seemed to work and ease his pain somewhat. He started panting alot and I was told that it was brought on by either stress or pain, he led a good life and he had no reason to have any stress, so I started thinking that he had to be in pain. It was the hardest thing that I ever had to do in my life to make the decision to end his pain. It was so hard to make that decision because some days he would pick up his sock and want to play, but other days he just seemed to want to lie around. I had the vet come to my home because Sam always got so nervous when he had to go to the vets office. I wanted to make it as stressless and painless as possible for my friend. I just want Sam to know that I loved him and that he will always be a huge part of my life and that I will never forget him. We had him cremated and we brought him home again on Friday. I know that he is in a better place now and not in any more pain. I love and miss him terribly, and look forward to the day we are together again. Sam we love you.
Love Lana, Dustin, Cassie, and Kitty.

Harley's covering for you. We hope you finally got that Ethan Allen couch to eat you were promised. We miss you.

Susan Roberts & Larry Spitzer

Sam was once a busy, bouncing pup, getting into everything. As he aged, his health deteriorated. This morning he joined his two brothers at the Rainbow Bridge.

Karen, Jim, & Sarah

My buddy, we will miss you! Your companionship, the games you liked to play, the "peck the finger" game and the tapping game, the music you liked, especially whistling songs. I will miss our rituals most, you yelling until you got the first handful of fresh popped popcorn, eating cheerios on the countertop and especially at night-night time when you would spread your wings and be my big, brave and handsome Sam. I will see you, Snowflake, Spike and Sarah at the rainbow bridge when it is time. Sing pretty for Aunt Louie.

Terri Courtney

Samantha left for the Rainbow Bridge last night after leaving permanent Golden paw prints upon the hearts of every person who came in contact with her.
She is greatly missed and is now in peace and happiness after a courageous battle with diabetes.

Ron and Marj

We love you Samantha and are so sorry that your life ended the way it did. We wish we could have done better. RIP and we think of you always stinker.

Shanna and Del Ritchey

Samantha has been gone for five years now, and her memory makes me smile.
The pain of grieving has passed, and the happy memories remain.
She was a funny looking cat; blind in one eye, and pear shaped, with a short skinny tail.
But I loved her fiercely.
She was very friendly, never met a stranger and meowed for attention from anyone who came along. She was a smart cat, who could fetch and loved to sleep behind my knees. I know she has a special place in heaven.
I eagerly anticipate our reunion, and hope she greeted Sarah warmly.

Karen Lee Scott

My dear familiar gone to be with the Goddess, you shall never fade from my heart as you still hold it in your devotion and great friendship.

R.D. Murphy

My beloved friend you actually came into my life twice! The first time when Kimberly and I saw you in the pet store and later when you came to live with me when Kimberly moved to England.

Kimberly actually took you home first and you lived with her for the first two years of your life. I came to visit you and you also came to visit us and I have many pictures of those first two years of your life.

Then Kimberly had to move to England and I lost my beloved Tasha to a brain tumor. I vowed I would not get attached to you as you too would be moving to England, but at a later date. This changed as it wasn't in your best interests to be sent to England. Then our beloved Benji passed away just one month after our Tasha's passing. I was beyond lost.

For a time you and I were sad as we both missed Kimberly very much. I was still grieving for my beloved Tasha and Benji during this time. I would come home at lunch time only to find you sleeping on your pillow by the door, just like a little princess. It was a place at the time you felt comfortable with. We would go outside, weather permitting and would sit on the deck side by side both missing Kimberly and my beloved Tasha and Benji. Then somehow, me being totally unaware, you stole my heart!

When Kimberly came back home a year and half later, I knew you belonged with her as she had so much sadness in her life when she returned home. I was so happy that she had you to come home too, even though I knew I would miss you terribly when she again moved. For the first three days of her return you followed her everywhere and slept with her which I knew she needed so very much. She loved and missed you too. Your being with her seemed to ease her sadness. Then the fourth day everything changed. I was getting ready for bed and you came into our room as you had done for the last one and half years and jumped into bed and things returned just as if Kimberly wasn't there. Oh, yes you greeted her and did all the right things, but we had a bond that couldn't be broken. Kimberly knew too that you now belonged to me and that a bond had been forged. She said it was just meant to be and I know she was right. You took over where Tasha left off with her special ways. Sometimes it was almost like she never left. Maybe that's why I fell so in love with you so quickly. You too, Samantha had such very special ways . . . just yours alone and they will always bring smiles to face even through the tears.

You gave always more than I (we) could have every given you. You gave not only your love, but loyal, true companionship. You loved to travel not only in the car, but loved boating just as we did. I have so many beautiful memories of our times together. Even now as I sit at my computer writing this tribute to you, my loving and loyal friend you sit beside me as you always did, only now in pictures on my desk. The pain seems truly unbearable since you left. I will always have these memories which are my greatest treasure and your undying love which I will carry in my heart till my dying day. Your ashes sit on a bookcase shelf where the sun shines upon you. You always so enjoyed the sun, so it seems a fitting place for you now. Someday you will, when my time comes to leave this earth, join me in my final resting place. This too, seems only fitting as you will be my last furry companion. Know that I can only hope that "Rainbow Bridge" exists and that you will again run to meet me one day and smother me with your kisses. Till then, my undying love and gratitude for all the wonderful years we spent together. I recently found this tribute and know that it fits us perfectly my little princess.

Missing You

I knew that I would miss you,
My loving, loyal friend . . .
I knew the special joy we shared
Would one day have to end . . .

But now the time has come,
And though I know it's sadly true . . .
I can't believe you're really gone,
And I'm here missing you.

Some say there is a heaven
For the pets we cherish so . . .
I think God meant for us
To give you heaven here below!

You were a special gift from Him
And gave me so much love . . .
I know He must have smiled on us
From heaven up above.

So 'till I'm sure where you have gone,
I'm convinced, you see . . .
Just knowing you were
"In pet heaven"
Here on earth with me.

Love you always, Mom

My beloved cat Samantha died in my arms on October 1, 2003. She and I had been together for 14 years. She had her health challenges since 1997 with hyper-thyroid and irritable bowel syndrome but handled everything with aplomb and purrs. I didn't realize she was going into renal (kidney) failure until it was too late.

I made the decision to euthanize since she was suffering and I wanted her to be at peace. I so miss her and will love her always. She was an exquisitely beautiful calico that had been a stray and I told her from the minute I adopted her that she was softer than angel's wings...now she is with the angels.

Bobbi M.

Samantha,, it's been less then a week and I still can't believe you're gone. I hope you understand that we had to do what we did. Please forgive us for that. We loved you more then anything and would have never chosen this unless you were really suffering and there was no other option. I'm also sorry that I had to leave the room when you're time came, I know it was selfish but I couldn't watch you go. Mommy and Daddy were with you though.
You were the best friend to all of us. We loved you more then anything.
You were always there for us with a tail wag and an excited wetspot on the floor. No matter how bad things got you were always there to make us smile. Thank you for making us so happy. It was as if you're goal in life was to please us and you succeeded.
When you were hit by a car as a puppy, we thought we lost you, then we were blessed with 13 more years with you in our lives.
Nothing will be the same without you.
You're bed is still out for Scooby to sleep on, although he and Snickers are still waiting for you to come bounding through the door.
Thank you for being part of our lives and for amazing us with your sweetness everyday.
I hope you're in a place with thousands of squirrels to chase and no thunderstorms to frighten you. Tell grampa to take you on lots of walks and bring CJ along with you.
We'll see you again someday and we'll all have our walking shoes on!! We'll be waiting to hear you howl "I love you" as soon as we meet again.
We love you Sammy baby and hope you understand why you're not with us anymore.
- You're family

My dog, Samantha, died of cancer. She was the best dog anyone could have! We miss her so much!!

Amanda

Samantha was my soulmate - a companion who was always there in whatever capacity I needed her. She had a beautiful, quiet soul and a "sac-of-potatoes" mentality that allowed me to hold and cuddle her any way I wanted. She rarely complained, and behaved as if her soul purpose on this earth was to add joy and comfort to my life.

Samantha was with me during all the most difficult times in my life, and she was always the one I turned to first. Now that she is gone, I find myself looking for her to bring me comfort, but she is no longer there. I know that somewhere she is looking down on me, and I hope that one day we will see each other again. She was a beautiful spirit. I will miss her greatly, and love her dearly ... always.

Michelle Kempenich

Our Dearest Samantha:

Though we haven't seen you for 7 long years you are always with us. There was never a day that went by that Sammie name didn't come up. We spoke of you with much love and devotion.

Our hearts were torn when we lost Brandy (your best friend) just 1 short year and 1 month and 5 days ago and then we lost you.

Sammie, you are in a better place as we were told about Brandy and Daddy. Now you have someone to meet you at Rainbow Bridge to be with and play with.

Daddy will take you for a walk and play with you and Brandy.

Have fun.

And as Mommy and I try to accept your loss and cope with the loss of your best friend and cousin Brandy and our Daddy we will say "Good Nite" SEE YOU IN THE MORNIG LIGHT. WE LOVE YOU SAMMIE AND ALWAYS WILL.

OUR HEARTS ARE BROKEN AGAIN FOR YOUR LOSS.

YOU WILL NEVER EVER BE FORGOTTEN. YOUR PICTURES ARE ALL THROGHOUT THE HOUSE AND WE KISS YOU EVERYDAY.

REST WELL OUR BEAUTIFUL GIRL.

ALL OUR LOVE,

MOMMY & MARJORY

Dearest Samantha,
You need not ever fear the lightning & thunder anymore, sweetheart...you are free from pain and fear and live now in peace and bliss. You were a living blessing in our lives. And though we miss you we know our eyes will meet again.

Uncle Richard L.

Lil' Doggie Angel, you are their love, still. They cry everytime your old bowl falls from its shelf. Sam, you are an angel, your friend Suzy is commemorated here too, on the special needs list. Sadly, though, for your family, you may see her soon. We all miss you Sam, love you so.

Amanda Inman

Samantha:

Sammy was a tuxedo cat, black on top and white on her underside. She was strictly a house cat and never went outside.
But she loved it when you would pick fresh grass and bring it inside for her to eat.

She was a dainty little cat in stature, no more than 6 lbs. when she was her heaviest.

She was kind of a scaredy cat and would run and hide when a stranger came in the house. Yet once she knew someone's voice and foot step, she would accept them being in the house but she didn't necessarily like it.

She didn't like being put in the pet carrier to be taken anywhere, especially the Vet's office. She was so afraid she would wail the entire time until we got her back home. She would then hide for several hours just to show us she was mad.

We have another cat and Sam loved chasing her or being chased through the entire house. When they ran through the room you happened be in, one in particular would be chasing the other. When they came running back through from the other direction, the one who had been the chaser, would suddenly be the one being chased.

Sammy loved to sit or sleep in a window and enjoy the sun. She would also sit in the window for hours and watch me on the riding mower or when I was working outside.

She was like a child and very much a part of the family. She was warm and loving toward us and liked it best when she could at least be close to one of us.

When she was growing up from her kitten stage, we didn't know that she was ready to move into heat. She howled constantly and we finally figured it out. We took her to the vet to be spade and she was alright afterward.

Except for one thing. After she went through that experience, she absolutely loved having her butt spanked.
So much so that your arm would wear out spanking her, before she would move away.

A month or so ago we found that she had a malignant tumor in her month. The tumor was so advanced and she was so old, the veterinarian felt nothing could be done. The good thing was she wasn't suffering any pain. The vet. said she might have a month or so left and we took her back home. We wanted all the time with her we could have, but it was so hard for us to watch her deteriorate almost on a daily basis.

To the very last she was loving and very close to us all the time, particularly the last week or so.
I feel she knew what was happening and was trying to spend as much time with us as she could, she loved us very much as we did her. But the tumor in her mouth was getting bigger and she reached a point where she couldn't eat. The vet. had warned us that when it got to that point, she would begin to starve to death and we couldn't allow her to suffer through that.

The end was yesterday at 5:00 P.M. We took her took her in, said our good byes. We told her of our love for her as she was put to sleep and afterward given the lethal injection. After nearly 15 years we don't have her anymore.

She was so good to us while she was here. I know this morning she is in cat heaven, chasing mice, drinking cream and being happy and healthy once again. I'm hoping she understands what we had to do. Knowing Sam, I believe she did and forgave us even at the end of her life here on earth.

Life will never be the same without Sammy and she will never be forgotten.

Sam if you can see us now, you see our grief and know how deeply we have always loved you and always will.

Lee

To My Beloved Best Friend and Special Companion, Samantha,
You were always there when I came home, with golden tail wagging, offering warm, wet golden kisses, meant just for you and me to share. Your reason for living was to give that rare commodity, unconditional love. I can never return the light you brought to my life, but I shall remain grateful to have been a part of yours. You will live in my mind and my heart forever, with deep appreciation and heartfelt gratitude for all you gave to me. I miss you deeply, and I hurt, for losing you.

Sammy,

You were such a faithful, loving friend. We will love you forever and a day. Don't be afraid, girl.

Love, Mom and Dad

To my faithful companion Sam, For the 16 years we were together, you stood by my side, births of children, divorce, moving from place to place, and you were always their for me. I parted with you yesterday and my heart is so heavy. Your missed terribly, and I hope you know that I love you, and did not want to see you suffer anymore. I will see you again some day, and we will be together again.

Patti Fasano

We want to pay tribute to our beloved cat, Sami (Samantha). She was the most beautiful and loving cat a family could ever ask for. She knew how to sit on command, and when she was younger would actually fetch on occasion. She was a great snuggler and loved people, especially adults. She loved kids too, but adults were gentler with her, especially in her old age. She purred like a Harley Davidson, and because of this we always knew where to find her if she was hiding. She was so loving that cat-dislikers became cat-lovers just being around her. She had a beautiful gray coat with little white paws. She took such great care of her coat we never had to wash her. She was always so soft. We will miss not being able to touch and pet her, and listen to her purrs get louder. We love her, and she will always be in our hearts forever. We know that she is in heaven with family that loved her when they were on earth. She will always be with us…to protect and love us from heaven. She's our guardian angel cat. We love you and miss you Sami!!!! Your family, the Hewitts.

Samantha,
For eighteen years you were by my side. Sharing my joys and heartaches with you made the highs that much sweeter and made the lows seem not so low. You will be missed.

Greg Evans

Samantha had the most beautiful blue eyes. I've never seen eyes that shade on any other cat. She had this thing that if I ever started to cry (for real or jokingly) she had to come over to me and cheer me up. I know that if she saw me crying for her now she'd be right against my leg trying to get me to stop.

I know she's not in pain anymore, as she was sick for the past month or so. I will always have a place in my heart for her, and hope to be rejoined with her at the Rainbow Bridge.

Samantha we will miss you forever and ever. You were always there for us when we felt bad or had a bad day. You were with us for 13 years and were very special to us. When Blake was born you were always there to protect him from harm and when he awoke you awoke us. We will all miss that special part of you being our alarm clock and letting us all know that someone was awake and stirring. I know that you are now in heaven with dad now and I know that you are together again. Please take care of dad and we all miss you babygirl. You will always be in our hearts forever!!!

Randy, Jennifer, Blake, & Grandma

We miss you Sammy and will always love you forever. You meant so much to us in these past years you will surely not be forgotten. We will each keep a special place in our hearts just for you. We love you Samantha.

Christopher McReynolds

In memory of my little angel, Samantha. She will forever be missed.

Tiauanna

To my beautiful little girl Samantha, I love you very much and miss you very much. Please be a good little puppy until we meet again.

Love,

Your mommy

Sammy was the sweetest dog, she is missed terribly. She was loved by all and will be remembered in our hearts forever.

I just found this list today. Even though Samantha has been gone for almost two months, I miss her so much and still cry about her. We rescued her, and she lived with us for more than 10 years. My husband was her special 'pet', she was my best friend through my pregnancies with our two sons, and she was one of the kindest and most forgiving souls I will ever know. Thank you, whoever you are, for letting me write this about her. Sincerely, Jennifer G.

My beautiful baby girl. You were taken from us without warning. You were my best friend. Thank you for 16 and a half wonderful years. Your ashes are kept on the fireplace in the master bedroom - the room you loved most of all. I do not think I will ever stop crying for you. Your brother Sebastian has CRF and I was mentally preparing myself for his passing, never expecting that you would go before him. You looked so healthy. I guess I was expecting you to be there for us when Sabby passes. I keep wondering if I missed something. I would have done anything to save you. You looked so peaceful lying on the bed, like you were asleep. If only I were a minute earlier then you could have went to the Rainbow Bridge from my arms. I know you heard me coming upstairs and were getting ready to jump off the bed to greet me when you passed away suddenly. Samantha, you were the best cat anyone could ever have. I miss you so much. I treasure all the wonderful memories of you...how you liked to listen to music, how you would always like to lay with me with your little paw resting on my leg. How I would tell you every day - "you will always be my baby girl...you're my baby...always and forever". I know that one day we will all be together - never to be seperated again. Thank you God for blessing us with the best cat in the whole world. We will never forget you.

Jeff and Bill

My precious angel, you have now crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. I will miss you every day until we met again.

Golaunda Zoet

My baby, ,you
were and always be my precious little Angel. You were always at the door waiting on me and nudging in the middle of the night to get under the covers. You brought so much joy to my life. You will always be in my heart. Mommy talks to you everyday and sheds tears for everyday. I miss you little one. I tried very hard to save your life . I am so sorry . Just know that mommy loves you very much and you will never be replaced. Love,
Mommy

My samantha was a wonderful and dear friend. I love and miss my baby deeply. I hope I can see her again and hold her once more.

Mary Walton

A loving tribute to Sammy, my friend, my precious little kitty that passed on after giving me 16 years of companionship. She will be so missed and a piece of me will forever be missing.... Your Loving Mom, Michele

May Samatha walk, run and jump again just as she did when she was young and now watch over my friend Cynthia.

David Driscoll (c/o Cynthia Adrachick)

My Baby Samantha:

You were only with me two days, but I fell hopelessly in love with you.
You were so tiny and frail but you took my heart. I miss you and I love you.
Mommy

Rhonda (Mommy)

Samantha blessed us with her presence for 13 years. She was the most beautiful little cross eyed girl that there ever was. Nana our house is so empty without you my sweet baby. Mommy and Daddy miss you so much and cannot wait until we meet again.

Our "baby girl" was the joy of our lives. She had the sweetest personality and she was so protective of our home and our son. There will never be another like her! We have such an empty feeling in our home and our souls. We will never hear her bark or feel her kiss or even be able to stoke her little head or her chest. She will forever be missed. Please pray for our family. Thanks!
Sammy-thanks you for adding so much joy to our lives the past 13 years. We will love you always & forever! Dad, Mom and Blake

In loving memory of our baby girl. You was and still are such a special part of our lives. Thank you for your visit in the night on your way to Rainbow Bridge, that brought us so much peace in our hearts. It helped us to move forward. Even in your passing you was still looking out for us. Unconditional love... We miss you so much! There will forever and always be a special place in our hearts for you. Kramer (the dog) sends big wet kisses to his loving big sister. Sweet dreams angel...XO

Charlotte O'Barr

She was the most amazing dog...the most obedient, playful, sweet and gentle dog with an amazing and beautiful spirit. She was always at the ready to happily tag along as my dad went out to mow the lawn or do yardwork, she was always happy to keep my mom company while she would sunbathe, and she was always there for me when I needed companionship during the rollercoaster rides that life throws. She always seemed to know when something was wrong, and that was when she would always do the little things that she usually wouldn't tolerate, like allowing us to hold her paws, or laying her head on our lap. She would sit there calmly and quietly and give gentle kisses from time to time as we would talk and deal with the little curveballs that life throws us.

All of my friends loved her, as did my boyfriends. She was always antsy to meet all of the new people that would walk through our front door, and was especially fond of the males that would come in! A boy crazy dog that could melt even the toughest heart.

She lost her hearing in late 2002 and began sleeping through more and more of the day. When she was awake, however, she still knew when dinner time was, she still knew that she would be given two dog biscuits every morning, and she still knew when we got home, and would happily wag her tail while staring through the back door, anxious to see us walk into the living room.

Up until the very end, she still got that look of excitement and love in her eyes whenever we were around. She left this Earth knowing that she was loved and treasured by all of us.

We love you and miss you terribly. Be at peace, Sammy!
It's hard for us to live without you and we're not used to having a quiet house. You're the best dog we've ever had and we are lonely without you. We miss your smile! You were a very good dog. The day I came home from school my mom told me and my sisters that you had died and we cried the rest of the day. Have fun with your pals, Rudy, Buzz, and Squirt. We loved walking you in the wagon. You committed peace in our house. Our candles will burn eternally for you!

Love,
Donna, Dave, Anthony, Natalie, Cecilia and Spot

My love for them keeps on growing. Their time with me to short......Ashes to ashes, dust to dust my babies are here because they must. They just couldn't handle it God wanted them safe to be next to Him in their tiny place. Like the one in my heart that all of you will always hold, for my sweet babies died when not very old..........

Sassy Sam,

Mommy misses you Baby.

Sambo was my best friend and the best cat I have ever known. I miss him so much.

Naomi Sykes

Sambuca filled my life with peace and love. He was my soulmate in a way no human could have been. I want him to know how much he meant to me and know that nothing will ever fill this hole in my heart. I miss you and honor you, Boonie. You were my friend.

Kimberly

To Sambuka, The Greatest Dane of All . . .I wanted to bring you home the moment I laid eyes on you at 4 weeks of age. Two weeks seemed like an eternity, but the day finally arrived. I was dreading house training you, but I underestimated your intelligence. At 10 weeks of age you were completely housebroken and very obedient. You were an instant member of the family. You watched over your human "little brother" Chanse like a hawk. You sensed his disabilities and stood directly between him and any stranger who ever approached him. Never aggressive, but with your ears perked up, your head held high and your senses keen, you ensured no danger befell him. I am forever grateful for the noble and valiant service you offered of your own accord. The $2,200 sofa you stripped down to bare wood? I didn't blame you then and I don't now. I had been home with you on a daily basis, then took a part time job. You were lonely, you missed me and had to act out your frustrations - much as any child would. I was shocked to see our entire house covered with sofa stuffing, but it's also my favorite "goofy" memory of you. You were my constant companion and faux guard dog. You "barked the bark," but in reality you were a gentle giant. You loved me unconditionally . . . when I was late with your dinner, when I scolded you, when I ignored you, and even when I tethered you to a tree when visitors were afraid of you. When I return home from shopping, etc. I still expect to see you galloping down the driveway toward my car. Reality hits and I remember that you're gone. I drive the remainder of the driveway and open Sambuka, my gentle giant, I miss you so much - my empty heart feels like it's going to explode. The only comfort I find is knowing that we will unite again in heaven. I know I'll find you watching over the little ones. I love you.

Victoria

Sami had character and an unstoppable spirit all of her life. She was our hero when she saved the life of her friend, Molly, our other jack russell, by leading us to a hole in the ground where Molly had become buried by an accidental cave in.

Sam: How quickly these 9 years have gone by. It seems like yesterday we were picking you up from the shelter at the ripe old age of 7. You were the most amazing dog, there could NEVER be another like you. You loved me and John unconditionally. You even found room in your heart for all the kitties in our home. Pierre especially loved you, and I know you loved it when he cleaned your face and ears. The house has been sooo sad since you left us yesterday. I wonder if the part of my heart that you occupied will ever beat again. I miss everything about my Sammy dog. I know you're in a much better place now, and the only comfort I have is that someday we'll be joined together again to live happily ever after. All my love to you SAM SAM!

Roberta & John

To my best friend and companion of 12 1/2 years. You will be missed and will always be in my heart. Thank you for being a devoted and loving friend. Until we meet at the Rainbow Bridge I will always remember you.

Tina Cragun

I would just like to wish my Sammie well and I want him to know that I miss him more than I can handle! We will be together again someday! I love you Sammer Jam!

Love Kelly and Andy

Sammie was a special special friend - she was our baby. Never have I experienced a dog with such love and compassion. She loved people and even had human friends of her own that would come to visit her. Our house is empty- the silence is deafening- her absence is unbearable. She would talk to us not a bark but special mumbled part bark part growl part whine. And such a sweet face she would get. She loved to be cuddled and petted. To say we miss her cannot even come close to the loss we feel and the part that hurts the most is that there is nothing we can do to fix it. Nothing we can do about it at all except to endure the pain and pray that time will help.

Gary & Debbie Borelli

My little sweetheart, missed so dreadfully, the house and our lives are not the same without you.
You gave us so much love and the pain of losing you is unbearable, things will never be the same without you.
The Rainbow Bridge is such a lovely thought and I hope one day I will be able to hold you and smother you in kisses again.
Until we meet again my little teddy bear.
Mum and Dad xxx

That is the phrase on the picture frame above my desk with Sammie's photo in it. It exists now as one memory of the dear sweet dog that left us today at around 5:30 pm. After fighting a losing battle with liver cancer for many months, it was time for the end to come.

She was born on July 18th 1994. I was twelve, and that would have been the day after my birthday. However, I didn't know of her existence until about 12 weeks later, when my mothers coworker brought two little Dalmatian lab mix puppies into their doll shop. I remember looking into the little cage and seeing the sweet and shy little white dog in the back. It was love at first sight. I spent the rest of the day, after I coaxed her out of her cage, carrying her on my shoulder. She always clung on when I did this. I also spent some time working on my mom to have her let me keep the little puppy I was now quite attached to. Of course, she agreed, and forced my father to as well. We took her home, and named her Sammie after the fourth child my parents never had. The spelling came after a fortunate accident when my mother bought personalized bowls, and didn't know how to spell the name right. So the spelling stuck :)

The next few years, Sammie became my pal. She slept in my room (quite often on my legs) and it felt like she was truely my dog. One day (after a viewing of the Life of Brian by Monty Python), my mother and I were playing with Sammie's ears, and somehow one got named Roderic (wod-ewic) and Brian (bwyan) because we were "weweasing" them. You'd have to see the movie. FYI- the ear on her black side was Bwyan, and the left was Wodewic. My mom always forgets that, but I don't.

Then came Sammie's love of frisbees, which seemed to be her favorite pastime. Of course, this led to her tearing them up, and us having to buy new ones, but that really wasn't a problem. She would always bark after going outside to signal that she wanted to play. After a while, we were trained to understand this message.

Another of Sammie's favorites was treats, like all dogs. At one point I trained her to say "poof" before receiving one. She was also quite enamored with squeak toys in her youth. And from Emmer she learned another pastime, licking feet. Her favorite were my dad's. I guess they have just the right amount of salt.

Sammie never really got the hang of not pulling people over while she was on the leash. Being a strong and very muscular dog, she was always too hard to walk. One time I tried, she got out of her collar and started running down the street. Luckily, she listened and came back.

Then a few years ago, things started to change in Sammie's life, with the addition of Neo. This led to lots of "narling" which is chewing on each other, and lots of fun for the both of them. The would run outside and attack each other, and Sammie would always try her best when they were out there. Inside, she would be more careful so not to injure the house, though she did manage to do so a few times. She also learned at one point how to let Neo out of my sister's room on command, which was quite cute as they would run out of there barking and narling.

During my times away from my house, she would spend lots of time eating my stuff in my room. This has quite contributed to the mess in there. I think she got mad that I left, and she kept being put in there at night, giving her ample time to do so.

In the last few months, we learned that Sammie had liver cancer. We gave her all the medications we could, being told that chemotherapy would only make her worse. For a while, her treatments worked and she continued to live a happy life at the house. We played frisbee with her as much as her health would allow, and tried to make sure she continued eating. Still, her illness took it's toll of her strength, and she lost about 15-20 pounds over the course of it.

And then a few days ago it became apparent that she needed to go to the vet. So she did, and stayed for a few nights to get nutrients and see if she could get better. She wasn't doing so, and as a last effort my parents consented to the chemo. However, it didn't help. Today, when I saw her, she couldn't even hold her head up long, and her breathing was difficult. The only thing that she could still do was wag her tail, which she did as much as she could. I got to say my private goodbyes to my little girl, and let her go with the knowledge of how much I loved her.

Where is she now? Some would argue that she is gone... I don't know where, but I do know that she had as much of a soul as humans do, and I hope wherever she is, it is a happy place. In my heart, she remains forever my sweet little Sammie dog.

Sammie Cat, my beloved baby girl, you were with me for 18 years. You went through so many emotional moments with me and gave me your loving support through each one and I can't begin to express my appreciation and love for you. Your last year was very difficult for you and watching you go through it was very difficult for all of us. It was especially difficult for me, because I couldn't face the fact that you were old and sick and dying. The night you died I was able to hold you and let you know how much I loved you. You climbed into my lap and lay there for hours while I pet you and held you. And then, when you were ready, you left the comfort of my lap and laid down on a blanket and peacefully passed away. Thank you for the time that you gifted me with in your last hours. I will always cherish it. And always know, wherever you go, that I love you dearly and I know that we will come together again.

Lisa, Jonathan, Brenna and Kyra Lynch

Sam, I know you stand at the gates waiting for us, I want you to know that I am sorry I couldn't be there to say goodbye, I love you very much and I hope that you keep all our other loved ones close to your heart as you watch over us. We miss you very much and love you.

Keith Momberger

Sammy - fought hard to stay with us, he just lost the battle and was to weak to go on.
We will never forget him and will always love him.
Looking forward to the day we meet again

Shirley Kraft

In loving memory of my first great and wonderful pussycat, Sam.
He was the greatest friend anyone could ask for.
He helped me through alot and this is just a little reminder to all pet owners to please care for your pet always.
Love them and cherish them while you can.
Sam is up in heaven now and today I am sure he greeted Useless Boy, my second great pussycat in the whole wide world.
I can still smell his fur and feel his breath on me.
He was very, very ill this morning, but he's not ill anymore!!
Love and kisses to you both.xxx

Mary Hyland

Sammy was the best boy the world has ever known. He gave more love than was possible and will never ever be forgotten. He loved going to parties and traveled the world with us. His two Shih Tzu "brothers", Patrick and Benjamin, no longer have him to look up to but we know he will be with us in sprit forever.

Rob and Ray

Sammy, my dear Sammy. How can I put into words what you mean to me? You saved me from my grief when my mother died. You were always with me and happy to be. I took you everywhere - I clung to you, and you seemed to understand. You were MY cat and my cat only. Never did you get close to anyone but me. I sang you so many songs, and you sat so many hours by my side. It helped me so much. It helped me to go on. No one could ever understand what you mean to me, Sammy. Only you and I understand. But we communicated on a higher plane, didn't we? You always did what was right and helped keep all the other cats in line. You were my main guy always. You danced, you jumped, you entertained. Always playful and always funny. You always made me laugh. But only when it was just me and you. You were so tolerant of all the other cats, and I appreciated it so. I was scared I'd lost you so many times. What a tragedy that it finally came true. I've mourned for you for several years, and I still miss you terribly. I still expect to find you somehow, and I'll never stop searching. I can only hope that your ordeal wasn't painful for you or traumatizing. I can only hope that you found your way to where you're supposed to be, and that you're happy there. But I haven't given up on you, Sammy. It's all right. I know you'll always be inquisitive, sensitive, and one of a kind. My favorite cat, ever, and one that I fell so in love with and feel so lost without. Know how much I love you, Sammy, and how my life will always fall short without you in it. You gave me strength and comfort. You gave me companionship. You gave me friendship and wonderful days. You waited for me, and I looked for you. I'll never forget your loyalty and true love for me. I love you, Sammy. Be happy and look forward to our reunion. I can't wait to see you again. Oh, and Sammy, you slow danced so good. I could never find a partner like you. Thank you.

Love, Marty

MY SWEET ANGEL SAMMY SUS, YOU HAVE BEEN GONE TO RAINBOW BRIDGE FOR SEVEN MONTHS AND THREE WEEKS, I STILL MISS YOU MY BABY, AND WISH WITH ALL MY HEART THAT YOU COULD STILL BE HERE, BUT I GUESS GOD HAD TO HAVE YOU BACK, MAYBE BECAUSE HE NEEDED A SEVENTEEN YR. OLD AND EIGHT MONTH OLD ANGEL. HE HAS RESTORED YOU BACK TO GOOD HEALTH SO YOU CAN RUN AND PLAY AND BE WITHOUT ALL THE PAIN YOU HAD TO ENDURE WITH YOUR ILLNESS. IT IS STILL REALLY HARD NOT TO CRY FOR YOU AT ANY GIVEN MINUTE, YOU ARE SUCH A SWEET LITTLE GIRL, NO WONDER EVERYONE LOVED YOU SO MUCH. SOME DAY SOON MY ANGEL WE WILL BE TOGETHER FOREVER, GOD HAS LEFT ME WITH SO MANY, MANY BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES OF YOU, THAT I CAN DWELL ON WHERE EVER I CHOOSE. I'LL BE LOOKING FOR YOU AT THE BRIDGE BABY SO KINDA KEEP YOUR EYES TOWARD THE BRIDGE. I KNOW DAD AND LARRY STILL MISS YOU AS MUCH AS I DO, DAD TAKES LITTLE SAMMY SUS FOR WALKS AT THE PARK, BUT SHE HAS'NT WALKED THERE VERY MUCH, SO HAS TO LEARN HOW YOU DID IT, SHE MAKES THE BIG OLE GOOSE HISS AT HER WHEN SHE GOES NEAR THE FENCE. BUT SHE IS SWEET AND I KNOW YOU HAVE VISITED HER ONCE IN AWHILE, AND I THINK YOU ARE GOING TO MAKE A WONDERFUL LITTLE GIRL LIKE YOU. I MISS YOU MY SWEET ANGEL SO I'AM SENDING ALL MY LOVE TO YOU, AND I KISS YOUR PICTURE ALL THE TIME, AND SLEEP WITH YOUR FAVORITE BLANKETS EVERY NIGHT, I JUST CAN'T LET GO OF YOU, AND THOSE BLANKETS BRING ME CLOSER TO YOU EVERY TIME I SLEEP. TAKE CARE MY SWEET UNTIL I WRITE YOU AGAIN, WHICH WILL BE SOON. I LOVE YOU MY ANGEL WITH ALL MY HEART AND SOUL. SENDING MY LOVE AND KISSES. LOE YOU ALWAYS, MOMMY, DAD, AND LARRY

Sammy you will be missed terribly. You gave me so much love and comfort and my heart is broken. You brought so much happiness and sunshine to my life. I will love you always. You were such a brave and courageous little guy...Your Mom

Sammy: you were my baby. You were so special. Such a love bug with your constant need for attention and kisses on your crown. Every time I called you, you came instantly, talking all the way, greeting your Daddy. Such a good baby. My heart is heavy and I can't believe you are not here. I know you were very happy in your country home this past year with Daddy Dan, Nakita and Brewster and as always, you loved all the company that we had, always in the middle of every conversation. Nakita is mopping around and misses you dearly. Brewster is Brewster, independent, but Daddy Dan and I know that he misses you, at least misses trying to get your food behind your door.

I love you, baby. Rest and I am happy knowing you are with Molly, your sister.

Love, Daddy Jeff

My sweet little Sammy cat, how I'm going to miss you. You fought so hard to stay with me since you got sick. Thank you for being such a strong girl and giving me those precious 2 1/2 years. I'm sorry you were in so much pain those last couple of days. I hope you and Squeeky are getting along at Rainbow bridge. Give him a big kiss for me and tell him I miss him so much.
Did you know you died 2 days shy of the one-year anniversary of his death?
My heart feels very heavy. I will miss you dearly. Rest in peace my sweet Sammy cat.

Love,
Mummy

The house is so empty without you. It was time for you to go, your little body had battled so much and for so long. I'll always remember you as being a brave, lovable, loyal friend. At the Rainbow Bridge Puss, Mitsy and Chico are waiting for you. One day I'll join you, until then have fun with your friends and don't be afraid. All my love.

Janice

Sammy the ferret, will miss you my little Sam sam. Be well and good journey to you old friend, thanks for the joy you brought to us.

John Bentley

Sammy, we will miss you attacking our legs when you wanted to play. I will miss your smell and your fatness. You were what kept me going after Sadie died and thank you for that. I just hope you enjoyed us as much as we enjoyed you. Forever in our hearts

Terra and Family

We'll miss you Sam.

Pat and Paul

For a beloved pet and friend. You will be greatly missed, your loss felt in our home and hearts for a long time to come.

Tracy and Ken

Oh, Sammy.... I wish I were more eloquent, and could find some beautiful words to say what is in my heart. But you know already what I feel, don't you. I didn't want to let you go, my precious furbaby, but I knew it was time somewhere deep within me. You were getting old, and you were sick and weak, and couldn't do the things you loved so much. It was the most loving thing to let you go... keeping you here with me would have been for me, not for you. Now you are healthy and young again, and at the Rainbow Bridge, and I know Leo and Tasha are there to greet you and show you the ropes. You are not alone, and someday I will be there with you again. You are always with me in my heart and soul, Sammy... You showed me so much love, and I loved you so much in return. It was gift and a blessing that you shared your life with me for so long! Be happy, my Sammy.... someday we'll be together again.

Carol Mainzer

When God created you, he created a precious little soul who was an example of how we humans should treat each other in this often times uncaring world. You were the sweetest and gentlest kitty ever and your spirit will always be with Daddy and me. Your passing has left a void in our lives that only God and time can heal. May God know keep you in his loving care and we look forward to seeing you again ... for we know that "With God, all things are possible".

Ron and Denise Thrower

Three-quarters doesn't make us whole
With three-quarters there is a hole

He is gone - passed away
And my heart breaks and I cry and a look for solace unsuccessfully

Three-quarters doesn't make us whole

First it was 3/3 with Simon and Sam
Then 4/4 when we added Miss Maddie

But ¾ makes us less than whole

And I miss him

I miss the way he brought me joy each morning when he came back upstairs after breakfast to be with me

I miss how me would lay by the desk in my office - knowing that I would need him to tell me I am smart and loved

I miss how he cocked his head when I spoke to him - not only did it make him look incredibly cute but it made me feel he really understood

I loved how after he ate his cookie he would come and burp in my face

I loved how Give meant Take and Drop meant Hold - It was like we had our own special language - and we did

Our language mostly went unspoken but rather was communicated though kisses and long loving looks, cuddles and soft touches

It was communicated by the way he would place his paw on my arm in really dark moments as if to say - don't worry - I am here - all will be okay - because I love you

Our language spoke in volumes about love - and loyalty - a love I don't think can ever be defined - we didn't even have to say the words - just a look into his eyes was all it took

I knew how much he loved me - he was my great protector - always on lookout for baddies lurking in the dark that might attack those he loved the most.

There was no limit to his love - he gave it endlessly to anyone who would pause for a moment to engage him.

He was his mommy's boy - Always running to me when he thought he had done something wrong - but nothing he ever did could be construed as bad as it was always completely without malice or ill-intent.

He was my Velvet Prince - my best friend - my confidante.

He filled my heart with so much love it grew in size geometrically - on a regular basis.

You couldn't help but fall in love with him

He was everything that was good in life and with him I knew that I could

Make bad decisions and he would still trust me

Do something dumb and he would never judge me

Have a bad hair day and he would still think I was beautiful

Cook terribly and he would still eat my food and link his chops afterwards

He was a great friend

And in the end all I could tell him was how much I loved him and how he changed me and how he changed my life

And I asked him to unfurl his angel wings and fly away - above the rainbows - and on his journey to pick a star and it would become our special star and we could share it in the night sky together - and through that connection we would always be together.

Fly away my angel - you earned your wings.

Mommy so misses you - is so grateful that "we" happened - so sad that it has ended.

Your gifts of love and life to me will never be forgotten as they have changed me forever - You made an indelible mark in my life and in my heart.

There are no words in the human vocabulary to begin to describe the love I felt/still feel for you - I love you a million miles to the moon and back in a million different ways in a million different times.

I love you forever and for always.

I miss you desperately Boo.

I love you,

Mommy

You were always a good dog, Sam
Always there when we needed you, no matter what ups and downs life handed our family- you always were ready with a wagging tail, an eager lick and two large ears for listening.
Unconditional love, a best friend to all of us no matter what As a last act of our unconditional love to you, we let you go today; may you now be free from the pain and suffering, and know that the angels in pet heaven will look after you and take good care of you until we are all reunited again someday.
Thank you for all the memories, our dear friend and companion, and always know that we love you and you will be in our hearts forever. You were always a good dog, Sammy- rest in peace now, and may the light of a beautiful sunny day always shine upon your sweet, gentle face.
Love from your family,
Tom, Lisa and Rhianna

There is alot to say about him, he was a wonderful dog that loved to swim enough that we had a swimming pool put in 14 years ago. He loved to ride on jet skis and 4wheelers. He developed diabetes 7 years ago and had to have insulin shots twice a day, went blind , but because of science and a good vet got his eyesight restored. He is so greatly missed and leaves behind his little brother Cody who is 12 years old.

He left such a hole in our heart, its so unbearable at times to think he is gone.

Mommy and Daddy love you, and will always remember you

David and Chris Cash and Cody

Sammy, we are so sorry that you did not have enough time here with us. Your illness came upon us so quick. Feline Leukemia. Last month you were our handsome boy, this month your gone. We hope that you have found daisy, moses, blacky, whiskers, and the rest of your friends who have gone before you. You will always have a very special place in our hearts. We love you and miss you so very much. We hope that you are having lots of fun in that much better place and with all of your friends. We also hope that you and Daisy will watch out for each other. We love and miss you. You will always be with us forever. Love you much, Hugs, and Kisses. Mom and Dad. Also Rachel.

I am a person whose life revolves around animals. I work at a vet clinic, and I spend my days with other people's dogs, cats, and horses. But Sammy was more than just MY dog. She was my best friend. She reminded my every day how much I wanted to be the person she thought I was. My dear Sammy, I am still trying to be that person. And I will continue to try until I see you again.

Kristine K, Stapelberg

Sammy was our first dog and a real sweetheart. She loved to retrieve more than anything, even dropping her toys down the stair well so she could go get it. When she was a puppy, she drove us crazy with retrieving, a trait little kids really enjoyed. Even as an old dog, she wanted to retrieve just two days before she died of congestive heart failure. She was a loved member of our family and we miss her very much.

Laurel Wilson

Thank you Sammy for the years of companionship and the very strong bond we had. Although I'm devastated by your loss, you will always be in my heart. We all love you Sam.

Brian

Dear Sammy,
We loved you before you opened your eyes. You were a loyal friend and the house feels empty without you. You will never be forgotten!

Rest in peace,
Gary & Carla

Always so happy to see you no matter what. Will miss your spunky run and dancing feet.

Ken & Betty

You were my baby and my best friend. You always took care of me and then I took care of you. I loved you till the very end and I always will. I'm glad I kissed you goodbye and held you.
I feel you are still with me. I miss our walks together. I look out the window and expect to see you and Daddy planting together. Sleep tight my little one. Mommy and Daddy miss you.
Marcie

Hugs to mis and Ripple, who are sad and missing their beloved Sammy. From all the Pubbers.

Lynn, Gary, & Woo Lippman

Sammy was a cat that knew exactly what he wanted. He was a stray, He was fed by neighbors, chose me. Every morning and every night, he was in my back yard, waiting for me. His patience worked. I adopted him 8/12/97. A faithful and loving cat, right to the end.

SammyBoo was orphaned by Hurricane Andrew in Miami on August 24, 1993. I've used this as his birth date, since he was a shelter dog. He was my special friend, especially over the past five years when I've been confined to my home. He loved to play fetch, swim in pools and the ocean, and knew just how to relate to every person he met - from babies to the elderly. Although a brain tumor debilitated him, he responded to my calls and caresses until the end. I have to believe that I've done the right thing ending his suffering. I just didn't expect my heartache to be so overwhelming.

Arlene Adams

This is for Sammy, who we rescued from a puppy mill, almost 16yrs ago. She moved from S Calif to N Calif to Alaska then Hawaii (& 4mos of quarantine), during our military career. She outlived 2 other male fawn pugs in our lives. She's just tired now & we need to let her go. Our Vet will come to our home to euthanize her in the loving comfort of our arms on Sunday. Please pray for our strength & for her speedy direct passage to a happy, healthy existence over the rainbow bridge, to join her brothers Roscoe & Max.
Aloha Sammy

Pat

So long for a while trusted friend, we will miss you especially this holiday season.
In our hearts you live on until we meet again.

Mike Pickerill

He was my little baby bunny boy (he had no tail)
He brought us all so much happiness and joy
We were all smitten... ever since he was a little kitten

One early morn he went out onto the greenbelt
He loved to chase the mice... he thought they tasted mighty nice

But.. he never returned
Even though we kept blowing the horn
He must have been feeling rather dopey
On that fateful morning when he ran into the Coyote....

Carolyn

Sampson was my sweet and sensitive boy.
I will miss you forever.
Rest in peace with your Papillon sister Puffy

Robin Parkhurst

Sampson blessed my life for ten years. He was diagnosed with diabetes in Sept. We never could get his blood sugar regulated, and after many wrenching ups and downs, hospitalizations and all, he prepared for his journey on Thursday night and departed early on Friday. Friendly and outgoing, he loved to groom people's hair, and he liked to greet people on the path where I live. He had huge eyes that held the light of love in them, and they always will in my memory.

Antonina Rose

He was the clown that was always there when you needed him. He was always there to lick the tears that rolled down my face, but he is not here now to comfort me, and I will be very sad for some time! Anytime I was sad he sat with me; knowing something was wrong. He was truly a great companion and friend; he almost never let me down. He was the strangest, but the greatest pet I have ever owned. He was only a puppy, however, he was wise beyond his years. I have never felt this way about an animal because, I think, he was more; he was my baby, my friend, and my companion all rolled into one. He went with me everywhere I could take him, and now he is gone. No one to greet me at the door. No one go to with me just because they want to be near me. I honestly feel that no one loved me as much as he did. I will be lost without him for a very long time to come.

Tanya

Sammy, we love you and will miss your happy smile. You were so kind and gentle and loving. Many kisses to our gooshey balooshey

Marta and Bob O'Brien

Our special friend Sampson came into our lives unexpectedly, not really planning on getting a puppy anytime soon but when a friends dog had puppy's and a few weeks after they were ready to go I stopped by. And here comes this chubby little puppy, mouthy as could be howling at me. Well needless to say he won my heart and I surprised my 3 kids with our new family member. Well he soon became a 4 child to me and a best friend to my 13 year old son.....This is fairly recent and my heart breaks for my son .... the girls were close to him but didn't like him eating the feet and hands of their barbies. I know they will grieve for him but it's my son I worry about. My son doesn't have many friends so this was it for him. And now Sampson is gone. I know we will all get through this but my mouthy four legged son is gone and greatly missed. The loving, overly friendly, pal is now just a memory.

Jen

Well it's the 4th day without our beloved friend... I would give anything to find a huge hole in my mattress or to find a shoe chewed to bits, or to have him chase the cats whom he thought just wanted to play. He was only in our lives just under a year but he was a special member of our family, it leaves a huge empty hole in our hearts. Sampson we love u and we will always hold u dear to our hearts

Sampson my dog, my Loyal, true dog, I love you Sammy, and I always will, I will find you someday I promise....
Remember the day we saw you? Remember when we would play Catch? Remember all those happy days when you were here, and now your not? If only I could hold you once more, if only I could see you play once more, dashing through the fields and chasing butterflies. The Value of a pet is more than a friend, and closer than a brother. I love you....

Katie Zurbrick

As I write this, it has been a week since Samson, our beautiful OES, died two weeks shy of his sixth birthday on New Years day 2004. Yesterday we placed Sam’s ashes next to those of our first OES. It’s taken me this time to compose myself enough to write the following open letter to Sam, in a feeble attempt to find closure with his passing.

Hi Sammy,

The tears that continue to fall express more than any words how much we miss you. Although I wouldn’t… couldn’t, accept that you might not get better, we all knew that was a possibility. What we didn’t know was how little time you had left. But you knew. You knew you were dying. Why else would you have hopped into the bathtub? You knew and you died alone; for that we’ll always be sorry. We miss you, we’re still crying, we love you.

Goodbye Samson

Bob & Barbara Butler

Samson came into my life just one year ago. I found him at the shelter in a bottom corner cage that wasn't very visible. The moment I looked into those beautiful green eyes, I knew he was something special. Samson had a way of loving me that I'd never felt from an animal before. He was my baby, my little prince. He'd actually place his paw into my hand at night to hold it...he loved to have his paws rubbed. Sometimes he'd plop down in the nook of my arm and lay his head on my shoulder placing him arm on my chest to give me a hug. My heart aches for my beautiful boy. I will miss you, my little prince...sleep well until we meet again...I love you so much...Mommy

A loving companion that we miss very much. Such a good dog, and so smart.

John and Judy Daquano

No one will know the loss we feel.... The way he would console us without saying a word, the way he knew when it was time to play, and when it was time to lie down in your lap and not say a word. He was demanding! I guess because we spoiled him so much or maybe he just liked to be the center of attention. I think it was a little of both. He was the biggest expense we would ever pay on any family member, even if you combined all of us together! But no matter the expense; because he made it up in the unconditional love that he gave to each of us. He treated each family member in his own special way Dad was for playing; if he doesn't play with me I will bark at him until he has no choice. Mom was for cuddling; she always knows just where to scratch. Justin was someone he could bully; if you don't play with me I'm going to grab dad's shoe! But along with that he gave each of us love and affection. He will always be our "lil buddy" or "fat boy" and every time we hear the word "treat" we will remember how his face would light up. Hearing that one word would send him running up the stairs so fast, sometimes he looked like he was running in place. Every time we get ice you think you will hear the clicking noises his nails made against the tile floor, charging towards you for his ice cube. No one will ever know the excitement we all felt in bringing him home the first day. We never expected to hear a dog snore the way Samson did, his snore would actually vibrate the house! In the beginning the thunderous noise would keep us awake, but after awhile it became a soothing lullaby that gently helped us sleep. We will miss Samson meeting us at the door with his bone in his mouth. Holding his head high, with that sheepish grin you could see beyond the bone, kicking his back feet as if he was unable to control his joy.

No one will ever know how much we loved Samson! No one will ever know helping him breathe his last breath, after that sweet creature passed away out of our lives forever....until we meet again sweet dreams "Lil Buddy"

Sam, a big part of me has now gone with you.
I know you are now healthy and pain-free once again, and I look forward to our meeting some day in the future.

Love Mom

Sammy, my soul, I'm lost without you. I've clung to you since the moment I brought you home, and you helped me get through some pretty bad times. You were my friend that wouldn't leave and my boyfriend that I slow danced with, and so graceful! You accompanied me everywhere and always made me so proud. So elegant, so well-mannered, and so stoic - always calm and in control. You knew how special you were - your 3 fancy collars, leader of the pack, trusted confidante and elder. Aloof, and yet always right on top of things, you knew how you wanted to live and ignored anyone who tried to stop you, except you always knew I needed you and came to help me along, silent and strong. You're an upper echelon cat with royalty all about you. I sang you songs, took you for walks, gave you rides in boxes and things with wheels, you were an adventurer and an explorer. Nothing seemed to scare you because you trusted me so. You got the best I could give, yet you made sure you stayed close by me at all times, and I thank you. Even those 24 hour stints in front of the computer, you never left. I never thought you would, and I still keep hoping you'll come back. I hope I'll find you patiently waiting for me as I find my way home just as you did before. You and I had such a special relationship; really no one else understood. But we knew, and we trusted each other with our lives. Sammy, I looked for you for 3 years, and I still look for you. I can't give up on you, and I cry about you all the time. I think you're out there somewhere, and I wish you could find your way back to me.

I pray constantly for your return, I know you'd find your way if you could. My soul is empty without you, and a special place will never again be filled. My soulmate, my friend, my companion, my angel...I know you were sent to me from above. Because no one could fill that void like you did. You just knew. You believed. You felt my pain, and you understood. You saw what others couldn't see with a clarity so rare and so real. You weren't just a cat, you were MY cat, and I'll always cherish what we shared. I love you so dearly, and there's never time that goes by that I don't think of you and mourn for you. I lost so much when I lost you. I'm glad for the time I knew you, Sammy; I'm so glad we had 11 good years together. Such a blessing to have you in my life. You're irreplaceable, you're one of the last real gentlemen. Though young at heart and full of life, you always remained a gentleman. Thank you, Sammy, for coming into my life and bringing the constant joy we shared together. I thought I'd have you forever, and I guess I will, when we meet in Heaven. I truly hope you're happy now, and I know you can take care of yourself. Life with you was so comfortable, Sammy, and much happier. We had a good life together. Thank you, and I miss you and love you with all my heart and soul. I'll remember you like you were sitting here with me now with such class and such style, yet always happy to bring me a smile. Good-bye, my gorgeous, gentle black cat. No cat in the world will ever take your place. With love and fond memories, Marty

Miss the one that loved me unconditionally when I was so very ill. God sent you to love us all and you will remain in our hearts always. Momma

born July 11th 1987
died October 21th 2003
aged 16 years 3 months 10 days

Today I held you in my arms,
Your breath still warm against my hand.
Our hearts were beating together
But I wondered if you'll understand.

The few hours I got to hold you
Before the light had to leave your soul
I knew I would always keep you
Forever in my hold.

My face on yours, yours next to mine,
Your head in the palm of my hand,
I felt your body tense, then limp.
I hope you understand.

And so your life slipped out of mine
On this quiet sunny day,
But I knew that a part of you
Will always be here to stay.

My dear Sam on the blanket,
We were together 'til the very end.
I will always love you,
My dear devoted friend.

Your loving mommy,
Susan Roghair

Sam,
My constant companion, best friend and kitty for 22 years. We all miss you so much. Love, Janice, Dick, Julie, Matt, Jenny, Elizabeth and Your buddy, Jingles.

Sandee was our baby girl she was a mix breed dog, she was 10 years old and she passed on 6/30/03. Marie & Ron Sannino. We are having a hard time with her not being around anymore, so i would like to tell her how very much she is missed and still very much loved. Until we meet again my baby girl we love you, Mama & Papa

Sandi was a very special "daughter" to us. She was faithful and loving, up til the day she had to be "given her rest". Our heart hurts so bad and we know that the memories we have with her will remain. Hopefully, we can find a female to have her son's puppies to keep the AKC line going.

Fran Clay

Sandi Angel and Rommel you love us unconditional and you were all my beautiful babies that we also love unconditional Sandi you were the first you be set free in that peaceful place up in doggie heaven on 7 18 95 that was the hardest thing I could ever do was to set you free from pain and suffering from your cancer but you looked at me and said with those big brown eyes set me free, I brought you Angel that white german shepard and told her to take care of all of you and love you unconditional so on July 18th 1995 we set you Sandi free. Angel guide us and loved us and brought us Rommel a few weeks later. Rommel was black and tan german shepard who also loved us unconditional. Then one day I heard you Sandi telling me it is getting closer for you to guide Angel and Rommel to that special peaceful place in doggie heaven, then I knew the pain was going to be so tense and that void and emptiness was going to repeat itself and another big piece of my heart was going to be taken from me with all of you's Sandi Angel and Rommel and on July 5 2003 you Sandi came and opened the door at 12:00pm and guide my other 2 babies with you to that special place up there and took my heart with you three. I will always treasure the memories and unconditional love all three of you babies gave me and the pain and crying is because I love you three so so very much and want all of you's Sandi Angel and Rommel down here with me your mommy. I know you will be waiting and watching over us and till that day comes when you are going to guide me your mommy to be with all of you's, you three will hold that huge piece of my heart with all three of you's, Sandi Angel and Rommel and when I come to the three of you's that huge piece of my heart, the emptiness and void will be filled again. I will always Love you Sandi Angel and Rommel forever and ever. Love your Mommy

Desiree M Bell

In memory of Sandy, my friends' dog who they lost on Tuesday.
Sandy was a loved, certified therapy dog until her last day.
She will be missed by all.

Liz Hansen

My sweet baby girl Sandy. My life was so blessed when you came to be my furkid. You know momma was never able to have human babies, but it didn't matter, you filled my heart in a way no one ever could. You will be inside of me until the day we meet again. I love you sweetheart!

Jennifer Johnson

To Sandy,
You were the best: friend, watchdog, babysitter, cat fight referee. Thanks for sharing your bowl
We will remember you always,
Love Deb, Mike, Kelly, Biz, Itty Bitty and Red

Thank you for being such a loyal friend.
Your love, loyalty and companionship will never be forgotten.

Leslie T

We miss you so much and can't wait to see you again someday.

Chris Waldrup

I love you so much and since you've been gone my life is not the same, I cry the whole day and cannot live an normal life.In every minute I'm thinking of you. Sometimes I like to be dead because it hurts so much and I want to see u again. You've been my only friend and I can't live without you. I hope we meet us one day in heaven. Hopefully, very soon.
I miss you and love you so much

Your friend Michael

She made our family happy.

Janice Walker

Dear Sandy,

Though it has been over a year since you went to the Rainbow Bridge, I miss you as much now as I did then. You will live forever in my heart. I am soooo sorry we left you there in that hospital. You were getting well and they, in the hospital, did something to you to cause that aneurysm in your mouth and the gangrene of your tongue. Your mouth was perfect when you went in there. Please forgive us for letting you there for them to do what they did to the point where I heard you cry for the first time in your 13 years of life. I miss you so much, Baby, and still love you and will forever. Please wait for me by the Bridge when we can be together and play again.
Love you much,
Mama

In memory of Sandy, our dog for almost 14 years.... she lived a long and happy life. We will always love you, and you will never, ever leave our hearts and our thoughts. Go find Rock now, you two belong together in heaven, with no pain...just the grass, and your toys. Both of you can run fast now, and play just like puppies. You guys have fun, and we will ALL see you one day soon...be looking for us!

No truer friend was ever known,
nor evermore will be,
Than Sand-man was to me.

John Brown

We were lucky enough to have this special dog for nearly 16 years before he left us. During his time with us he was a great friend and protector and we will miss him dearly.

Melinda & Denise Wilson

I got Sandy when I was seven years old. My parents had just divorced and my mom got her for me to help ease my pain. Sandy was a yellow and white mixed breed -- tiny, only six weeks old when I got her -- but we formed a special relationship right from the start. I've never met a sweeter natured dog. She died when she was 18 and I 25 and I'll always miss her.

Christy Alexander Baker

Sandy - you gave us years of unconditional love, loyalty and devotion and asked for little in return. We miss you terribly, old friend.

Steve Douglas/Susan McGuire

Ciao Sandolino, kiss

Rita Scardigli

Sandy, you were my guide, my companion, and my inspiration. I will never have another friend quite like you. Never again will I know such loyalty, honesty, and kindness. For fifteen years, we shared everything. You were by my side as I wept, and wagged your tail when I laughed. You were always there to keep me company as I studied late into the night, encouraging me with that sparkle in your eyes as I wanted to give up. You know all my secrets, all my sorrows and regrets. You know where I want to go in life, and what I want to do. Sandy, you were such an important part of my life, and I love you so much. Nothing will ever compare. The void in my life is cold and hollow. I miss you so much. Thankyou, bubba, for sharing life with me and making it good. I will never forget you. You are always in my heart, bubba, and I know we will see each other again one day. Love you forever, Simon XXX

Dear Sandy, You are gone, but continue to live in our hearts. Thank you for the time we spent together. Lets meet in our dreams...

Mel

Sandy Tidwell passed away on Sunday March 30, 2003. He was a faithful companion and friend. Through good times and bad these last 12 and half years he was always there. There is a big emptiness left without him by my side. He left behind a little sister "Bailey" who misses him terribly. Together she and I will move on, but Sandy will always be with us in our hearts.

Jennifer Tidwell

We miss you. Thank you for coming into our life! You are in our heart.

Wanny

Sandy Sutton, was the gentlest most precious dog you have ever seen, all Boxers seem to be so gentle, she loved all the family and especially the new infant child , if she had lived she would have been very protective of the new little boy, Elijah, Sandy ran so very fast, because she was a small female born in Texas, and lived in Alabama with us the Suttons..... She is sorely missed, and the pain of her early death is so great, she had the cutest floppy ears, and one was crooked, which made her all the more special, she was known as Sandy, or GOOBERGIRL

Sandy, I miss you so much that it hurts to do anything or go anywhere that we have been together. I miss driving around with you in the front seat. We love you so much and we are glad that you are no longer in pain. Sandy, you were my best pal, friends forever. You are and will always be "my good girl." I love you and miss you terribly. Do you remember the times we would sit next to each other on the back porch and have lunch? I would buy two sandwiches, one for you and one for me. You were my partner in crime. I wish I could have gotten home sooner and I regret not driving myself home that day. Please forgive me. I love you so much.

Sandy belonged to Cindy and Robert Payne and was the sweetest dog a person could ever ask for. She was the only dog I knew that actually smiled! She would always sit in front of you and wait to be rubbed and then smile as big as day! I know Sandy is now at the Rainbow Bridge where she is running, playing and always smiling and one day, she will stop when she sees her family as they enter the Rainbow Bridge. Until that day, I know that our Brandy will take good care of Sandy. Love to all, Betty and Richard

The dearest companion I could ever wish for. I miss you every second of my life Sandy. I still cry when I remember our goodbyes. I will never forget the deepest love and loyalty you gave to me my friend. I hope that you can still hear me say how much I love and miss you. I would do anything to hold you in my arms again. Thank you for sharing your life with me. I know deep in my heart that I will see you again.
Your best friend, Craig
I miss you more than words can describe

We love you so much Ba-Dandy.

John & Laura Tonyan

Words cannot express how much I care for you and love you. You meant everything to me. You will always be my little San San Girl! You were the best dog in the whole world! You brought me so much happiness in my life. I miss you with my every being. You had the most understanding eyes that I will never ever forget. There isn't one day that passes that I don't think about you. I know that we will be reunited one day and I will once again be able to hug and kiss you and we can play together. Until that day, I will pray that you are at peace and enjoying yourself at Rainbow Bridge. I love you with all of my heart forever and ever. Your mommy, Batool.

Sandy was a beautiful fur-child from God. She loved Certs! She knew that after I smoked outside, I would go into my pocketbook for a Certs, and she always followed and patiently waited for hers. She was a good, kind, loving girl, and I and many others shall surely miss her !!!

Faithfull, loving, always a GENTLEMAN with a smile

S Pipitone

I miss you so much already. I miss how you waited on me to get home from school and how you always followed me around. You are the friendliest and sweetest cat; God could not have picked a better pet. I think of you everyday and I'm sorry your life ended too soon. I know you are waiting on me in Heaven and someday I will see you again. I love you very much.

Emilia

To my darling, magnificent, healthy, spunky, life-loving, gorgeous, smart, wonderful horse. I loved you beyond words, I was honored to be by your side, I loved feeding you carrots and apples, gazing into your eyes, watching you run, whispering in your ears, petting you, scratching your ears, chest, and belly. I know you are frolicking, free, eating the best grass and clover, apples, carrots, sweet oats, and have wonderful friends to play with. I see you on every hill, pasture, field, in clouds in the sky, in my heart, in my dreams. I am so sad that you left so soon, I thought we had decades to go... I will try to live my life fully as an honor to you, and know that you love me as I love you, know that you watch over me, and are urging me to have faith that the deep overwhelming pain will pass. I love you for that my Santee, thank you, thank you for being my friend, thank you for letting me have the honor of being with you while you were here. I hope to see you, and have the honor of being your friend again, when it is my time to pass. For now, I know that my old ones who have gone before me are honored to have a chance to feed you an apple, scratch your ears, laugh at your frolicking... I know that you are all watching over me and my daughter, and that you will be there waiting for me to ride away into Heaven together. With all my heart, Darling Santee.... my love Forever, and ever. Your friend, Jennifer oxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo....

Sapphire was a extremly awesome pet even though he was a small hamster. He was very loving and adorable. I will never forget my Sapphie and will miss him deeply. Please keep him in your prayers. God bless you honey!

Lauren

Our beautiful Sapphire, 05/08/88-11/29/02, adopted Doberman Pincher. She brought us sunshine in our darkest of days. Every moment with her was like a morning in May. We miss her terribly, as do her buddies Bosco the Dalmatian and Demijen the GSP. The magic of Love is that it never dies. We Love you, Sapphy, Ever and Always, Les and Frank

My beloved Sappy! How we miss you my precious little boy. You were the light of my life. You were my sunshine and my little encourager of life. The Lord Jesus Christ used your life to brighten mine. You taught me to love unconditionally. The Lord giveth and taketh. He gave you to me for 14-years and took you back with Him in the afternoon of Aug. 4, 2003. Your life was a good one. You loved laying beside me in bed and you loved treats. You were my beautiful white long-haired Chihuahua, I often told you how beautiful you were and how God has designed you so uniquely and wonderful. You were one of a kind, designed by the master Himself. I miss you but I know without a doubt that God has you in His kingdom and that I too will see you there one day. Jesus is my Lord and my Savior and in Him is who I trust for salvation. I will enter into heaven because of Jesus. He's the key and all animals are in His kingdom because they are without sin. People must repent in order to enter into His Kingdom and I've already repented and given my life to Jesus. Now, I'm certain that I will see you again. Amen. I believe! See you in heaven someday my baby boy. I love you, forever! Say hi to Jesus and give Him a great big kiss for me. See you!
Love mommy and daddy

We would just like to say that we miss you little girl & even though you are no longer here in our home you will forever be in our hearts!
XXXOOO!!

Kerry & Carol Schmitt

Sara made our house a home. She always had a smile on her face, even up to the very end. We know she is now in heaven playing with Ga-Ga. She was our "black-face lady" who we miss so much. We know that God brought her into our lives and now He chose to take her home. We love you Sarie girl. love Sally-lou, April and Brandon

My Collie was there for me in years that were difficult for me. I had heart problems and she was the best companion and so loving. We had a really special bond. Sara suffered from a bladder infection that we could not cure. We took to her Iowa State Veterinary college and tried every antibiotic we could. The virus would become immune to that antibiotic and then we would try another until we finally ran out of options. They tried an exploratory surgery but could find nothing. I brought her home and did my best to care for her but she could not hold food down and on May 4,2003 we lost the battle. She was so brave and suffered so much. She did all that was asked of her and never complained. Her beautiful sweet face and loving eyes always looked at me for reassurance. Today I am feeling immeasurable heartache and can not see how my days will ever be the same. I grieve for her terribly. Everybody liked her and she always had a wagging tail and greeted people openly and was always interested in what was going on in the world. I will miss her so.

Annette

Old girl, you will be truly missed.
Your thump of the tail in the mornings and those helicopter ears.
We love you Sara.

Gina & Anna Hamel

This is for my 7 year old niece who's horse died suddenly last night.
While Sarah will be missed she will never be forgotten.

Arlexis

My girl, you are the fulfillment of my life.
Your unconditional love always warms my soul and completes the essence of my spirit. Every day my heart breaks from the emptiness of missing you.
You are and always will be My Girl!

Pam Lietzow

Thank you, Sarah, for your friendship and love. You were my gentle giant. I could have never asked for a dog that was better with children, more loving, more of a lapdog. I will love and miss you forever.

Pamela Lindemann

My sweet baby left this life on the 13th of February, 2003. She was my buddy, my confidante, my support in all situations. She was loyal to a fault -- she even BIT a person who she thought was trying to harm me several years ago.

I miss her greatly, but I know death is part of the cycle of life. I sincerely feel I will see her again one day in Heaven and, until then, I say, farewell my precious baby. You were the best, I love you.

Words cannot express the depth and breadth of my loss at your passing.
You were, and always will be my precious baby girl.
My sweet girl, my Sarah cat, Miss Sarah, Miss Priss, little missy, the princess, and sometimes even the queen. I ache to hold you, to feel your warm soft body against mine, to caress your downy fur, to gaze upon your beauty, to receive your adoring gaze, to hear and feel you purring, to be comforted simply by your presence.
I miss everything about you.

Karen Lee Scott

Cheyenna is my 9 year old grand daughter. she is a very good saver and she loves cats more than anything. she saved her money and picked out a beautiful gray kitten who had all its shots and brought her home. she took very good care of her little kitten and named it Sarah. the kitten grew into a beautiful gray cat, very shy and hesitant - only responding to Cheyenne for love and care. cheyennas parents divorced and Cheyenne and her mom brought Sarah to live next door with cheyennas grandmother. Sarah was hesitant to stay inside at first but as time went on, Sarah decided we were all safe and she started staying in more and more. at first she loved to sit high on top the entertainment center. then later, she sat low, on cheyennas desk. everytime we passed by, she let us pet her and talk to her. we were all so happy that Sarah accepted us as her new family. still, she loved Cheyenne the best. she enjoyed outside still and in the afternoon of Christmas eve, she was run over and killed. a neighbor came to tell us the news. Cheyenne was devastated crying "my baby, my baby." she still cries for Sarah. I cry for Sarah and I cry for Cheyenne. we buried Sarah on Christmas morning. cheyennas grandfather put a cross on her grave in the back yard. cheyennas sister put a angle teddy bear in the coffin, and cheyennas friend, reidi, put a beautiful poem inside the coffin. the neighbor brought over a box of candy for Cheyenne, trying to soothe her, but Cheyenne could not be comforted. Cheyenne put the box of chocolates in the coffin for Sarah. we lite a candle for Sarah and we said a prayer for her, thanking her for the time she had spent with us. if you pray, please say a prayer for my grand daughter who misses her Sarah beyond all telling.

Cheyenna

He was our Southern Gentleman. He was alert and happy to the very end. Now you sleep next to your mother, grandmother and great grandmother and all your aunts and uncles...rest in peace...We shall always cherish you.

You taught me to be brave in the show ring since you hated it. You taught me I could put all your AKC points on you even when you wanted to be home. You taught me that next time I have a show Sheltie that doesn't want to be in the show ring...not to be so stubborn and let them be a happy pet.

Anne Foreman

A wonderful gentle boy. My heart has broken, till we meet again.

Liz Flyger

We miss our loving and beloved P-cat. No more shots, no more illness, no more pain. Still, it's hard to let go.

Missy, JJ & Miss Sammy T

Sarge, You will always be young and happy.
We know you and Cosmo are running free.
May your tails wag forever!
We love and miss you both.
Love, Mommy Shannon, Daddy Joe, and Baby Taylor XOXOXOXOXO

Sarge was everything his name implied. Self appointed sergeant of the household. He had to sit in the most prominent place where he could see all comings and goings. For the last 5 years, he has made a truly valiant effort to keep moving in spite of worsening hip displaysia. Today the unknown mass in his lungs took over, and he has gone to be with our Lord, and my father, who passed away on Dec. 5, 2002. He was my dad's dog too. He called him "The Big Guy" appropriately. In his prime he was 115 pounds. He still managed to keep 80 pounds on up until he died. He was the big boned style of shepherd, but we knew he was just a big baby in disguise. We don't know when he was born, are estimating he was 13. What a joy to be able to have him for the last 5 years and spoil him!! He came to me 3 months after my last shepherd, Missy, died. I put her on this candlelight ceremony too. I just took him to the vet, and the grief hasn't fully hit me yet. My God, what a space they leave. He had so many health issues, but I was continually amazed at how stoic he was. The rear harnesses we got for him bought him a lot of time. He used to pull us through the house. His front legs were still so powerful, even with his back legs wasting away. I'll have to put the dog cart with wheels on the web to sell to someone who can use it. Sarge was such a big dog, but when his hearing was still good, he used to try and dive into the smallest spaces when there were storms, or fireworks. And he was a champion food begger. It was never a problem giving him his pills, his appetite never went away, until the very last day he was with us. That's how we really knew. He was so special, he left us while lying peacefully on his favorite bed, looking out the front window in his favorite spot. I couldn't have asked for a better exit, but it was still too soon for me. God we loved him, we'll love him forever. I pray every day that God will allow all of our beautiful pets' souls to go on like ours, so we can be with them in the end. Thank you for this beautiful way to memorialize our very best friends. I won't say goodbye my love, just goodnight. You are my baby forever. Thank you for sharing your life with us, it was a privilege and a pleasure. All of the ladies at the vet's office are crying for you today, big guy. It's going to take me a long time to heal from this one. There never was a sweeter disposition, or a nobler soul. Like dad would say "see ya later Big Guy!" Karen, Rose, Ward, Chris, Jim, Wanda, Cathy, Ken, Bob, Terry, Joan, Danny and Courtney, and all the people who stopped by the house during his stay here, who all loved him too.

To our special Sascha ... you were the most incredible, beautiful and intelligent girl. When Igor left us all, you were there to fill that emptiness, more than we imagined. You were so elegant and so much a part of our lives. Thank you for filling our lives with your love. Your passing was beautifully peaceful and with dignity - exactly as you deserve. You're with your brother now. We love you both with all our hearts. Thank you Sascha for everything you did for us.

Ric and Debra Dejarld

Our little Roo Roo.
Looked like she was made out of spare parts that they had left over when God made kitties.
She came up a little short on brains in the bargain, but always had love to spare.
We miss you, sweetie.

Jenna & Steve

Thank you for your unconditional love and companionship for 17 wonderful years. You are truly an angel, and Daddy and I miss you very much.

Janis Monk Dussault

We lost our baby yesterday. Sasha was the sweetest angel with four velvet paws. She was tiny, only five pounds, but she was always full of life and full of love. We are going to miss this sweet soul. We know that she is in a better place with plenty of cream and a soft place to sleep in the sun. We are left with beautiful memories and broken hearts. Sasha was one of a kind. She was the most loving tender kitty we have ever had the pleasure of being adopted by. She was our sweet little girl and we know that when we get to heaven, she will be there to greet us with her quite soft purr and velvet paws to touch our faces.

David and Jacquie Black

Sasha was a sweet, gentle soul.
She loved people and other animals.
She loved to go for long walks with Angie, and run on the farm with her dog friend Dixie.
Her life was short on this earth, but she while she was here she brought so much love and joy to her family.
She will be missed, but never gone from our hearts.

Mike, Darleen, and Angie Enfield

I miss you very much, and hope you know that I loved you with all my heart.
I can't wait until we can see each other on the bridge . . Love, Mama

We lost our beloved girl Sasha on 11/28/03. Sasha enriched our lives for nine and a half years. She had two beautiful litters of pups. Could do almost anything you asked and always had a beautiful smile. Every time you would walk in the door she had something to give you be it the phone, a shoe whatever was close to her. So many people loved her people would stop by just to see her. She will never be forgotten and may take a lifetime for us to heal from her passing. She now is pain free, running with her baby King and her Uncle Bear chasing creatures. I wish everyone could have a dog that was as wonderful as Sasha was. We know she is at peace, and this gives us comfort.

Christine Lundgren

My beautiful funny girl lost her 4 month long battle with Osteosarcoma.
Sashy, I'll always love you and you'll always be my Sasha puppy.

Lissette Estrella

Sasha was blonde with blue eyes, not only beautiful to look at but a beautiful disposition.
She dug a place into my heart that I thought only cats could do. She will be missed but not forgotten.

Margie Giddings

My little Sasha passed on in 1993 but it still hurts my heart as if it was yesterday. She will never be forgotten and will always be kept in my heart

Beverly

Sasha girl, it's been over 4 months since you went on. Begs died 12/01/02, and you died 6 months to the day after her. I dreamed of her the Thursday night before you died. I think she was letting me know, she loved you more, and she was coming here to take you home. She wanted her baby with her and she seemed so happy. I hope both of you are happy now, you with her, and she with you. We thought we would have you for a few years longer, but, -this was not to be. Al, Maria and I miss you and love you so much. We light a candle every Monday night, for you and Begs and Casey and Missy. I hope you have seen them and have been reunited in Heaven and are having fun again--you girls and the Big Guy had so much fun here. Someday-- one day,- I pray the Lord will bring us all together again. Goodbye cold nose.. I'll love you forever. ... Please give the other dogs a kiss from all of us here.

Joe, Al, Maria and Smokey

Missing longtime friend lost to lymphoma.

Vicki Sorensen

Sasha,

Our beloved friend. You were more than just a dog to us, every day I longed to return to see you eagerly wait for me. The kids loved you so much, and believe it or not your mummy did too. I miss our long walks together. You'll always be irreplaceable. Please keep an eye on your children.

Your loving family.

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We are sorry Sasha. We thought we had found you a kind and loving owner, because we didn't you were taken out much too soon. We want you to know, it was nothing you did. We tried to get your owner to give you a second chance, but she insisted on taking you to the pound. She said you were mean, but my sister and I both know, you acted that way because of the way you were brought up. We are sorry that we didn't do right by you. At least now, you are with your brother and able to run as free as you want. We will always love and miss you. Your human friends, L & L. P.S. Your sister and brother misses and loves you too.

Sasha came into my life at when she was three. She had been given up for adoption at a local humane society and I went with my Mother and a friend when we adopted her. My Mother had lost my Dad barely three months before and I knew my Mom loved dogs. Well, I especially fell in love with little Sasha. My Mother passed three years later and Sasha became one of the cornerstones of my life. I adored that dog. She was so special. Her amazing intelligence, poodle-like willfulness and special qualities were unique. I loved everything about her. The signs of old age started slowly appearing about two years ago, then during the last six months she started noticeably going downhill. At the end, it all happened very quickly. The weight loss, dehydration and her extreme tiredness. I took her to the vet for the last time on Monday, June 30, 2003, one of the worst days of my life. I miss her deeply.

Geoff

A wonderful friend and companion who will forever live on in our hearts and memories. She will be missed

Arthur MacLeod

They ay in your lifetime you have one special dog and that was Sasha. Born with deformed front paws she just had so much to give.

Carolyn Tamin

I ask God to look after my dear dog Sasha who has been my baby for the past 14 years. My daughter who was adopted in 1997 is hoping that our Sasha will be well and know she is loved by all while she is in Heaven.
Sasha, I love you babygirl and pray that I did the right thing for you and that you will be in my heart always.
You were the best Sasha, and Mommy misses you so much it hurts. Be well my love and God please give Sasha all the things that she needs and desires, for while she was with us, though maybe I couldn't give her my all, my Love was always there and always will be.
God Bless You Sashagirl, be happy and well once again.

Love Mommy and Tyler xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

We will miss you Sasha. We loved you so much. Sleep well.

David & Suzanne Saville

Always a special place locked in our hearts. See you at the Bridge.
Love n Hugs
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Pip & Dean

To Sasha

As I wake there you are like an Angel by my side
We walk to the kitchen, and you rub against my leg,
And gaze up into my eyes
The food is set, and I hear you purr

The day continues as all along
You play, and sleep, and roll around
Your eyes so sweet and kind
You're my precious little angel
As you lay upon the floor I stroke you with a comb
You roll around with delight, as the comb soothes your beautiful soul
Your coat is smooth like silk, as it glimmers in the sunlight chocolate brown
As I lay to sleep you leap upon the bed, and rest your self upon my leg
As I read you begin to play with the tassel of my book
I close my eyes and hear you purr,
As with we both fall into a peaceful slumber
As I close my eyes I can picture you up
In the heavens above playing amongst your friends
You're rolling around on luscious green grass
Chasing butterflies as they fly a top your head
Resting under a beautiful oak tree,
While looking upon a sparkling pond.
God blessed me when he sent you here

You've brought me so much wonderful joy, and unconditional love
You'll always be here at my side
Forever, and ever, and unto Ages of ages

I'll Always Love you my little boy!

Joanna P. Duffney

"Sasha", a wolf hybrid was unique with strong instincts and was more to herself and exhibited her 'wolf play' during her younger years. She mellowed during her old age and that was good for us, the humans in her life. She was a wolf 'calendar girl' and so beautiful with every pose and stance. Even with her tons of hair all over the house, she is terrible missed. The house is clean but empty. WE love you Sasha !

This is for my parent's who lost their "little girl" yesterday. Sasha has been part of our lives for 12 wonderful years and she will be greatly missed. We love you Sasha.

Kristi

To Sasha, the best friend we could ever have. We love you and we'll see you at the Bridge!
Love,
Mom

We love you and will miss you!

Kathy D

Sasha brought me true happiness for so many years. She was my reason for waking in the morning and for rushing home from work in the evening. She comforted me in ways that now seem imaginable. She was a great friend and I truly miss her. Now, the only comfort I have is knowing that she's in Heaven with her sister Frisky, waiting at the Rainbow Bridge together for me to join them.

Christine Cuccia

In my heart, always.

Jes Walker

My little sisters and brother wanted a cat, Mom and dad said "no!" so I went to the pet store anyway and my sisters and brother picked out this little fluffy black fur ball. We took her home, Mom and Dad said "take her back" well that was 19 years ago and needless to say Mom and Dad came to love you so much, as did the rest of the family.
You truly are missed Sasha.

My Darling Sasha,
It's been one year since your physical body left this planet but you are still very much alive in my heart. I look at your picture every day and see your sweet face and I can still feel your soft fur and velvety black tongue. My heart has grown stronger knowing how much you loved me and my adoration for you was not waned one bit. We all miss you and hope you are happily romping around in a nice field of plush grass chasing the birds and squirrels.
Love Mommy, Joey, Chance, Bandit, Magic & Felix

Dear Sasha,

Even though we only had you for a short time, you filled our lives with so much joy and happiness. We are so sad that you had to go, but we know that you are playing with grandma's Buddy right now. We can't wait to see you again at the Rainbow Bridge.

Love Hilary and Austin, your pack.

Sasha was a sweet kind gentle meek baby who loved everyone with all her heart. She made everyone feel loved who met her. Her time with us was too short but each day was filled with joy laughter playing and lots of hugs, kisses and smiles. Our hearts are broken and missing you but you have no more pain, because you deserved the best.
We love you Sasha Ann.

Lori and Ron

I loved my faithful friend.

Ana Ferer

Sasha Sue was the most darling, sweetest little girl I've ever known. She was a rescue on Christmas Eve, the best present I ever received. No matter what difficulties came her way, she never, ever, changed her sweet nature. I love you and hope you are happy and well in Heaven my dearest Sasha Sue.

Love you always, our little golden boy.

Kim and Bill Frederick

This loving, devoted animal helped me through the loss of Bear.

Undisclosed tumor took Sassie away.

Nancy Cours

Sassy, you were the best cat in the world. You were always so affectionate especially to your "wife" Copy Cat. She misses you so much. Minnie tries to comfort her but not the way you could. We didn't have you very long. Seven years is not long enough. You were the first cat we ever had and we weren't even sure we wanted a cat but you sure made us see that cats are just the best! When you had your first stroke the vet told us that you would probably have another one. I am glad I was home when you got sick again so I could hold you until you took your last breath. We all miss you, Sassy and we keep your ashes on the shelf next to Scrappy's so we can feel your presence always with us. Rest in peace our beloved Sassy and know that you are loved and missed so very much. Love Always, Tim, Debbie, Timothy, Tami, Sean, Mary, Jacob and your special "owner" and "mom" Emily!

We lost our furry baby girl on Tuesday. Words can't explain how much joy, happiness and laughter Sassy gave to us. She was a gift from God. Our hearts are broken in a billion pieces, but we keep in mind hers is whole and healthy again and that will help us go on. We loved that little girl with everything we had, and she will be missed to the end of our days. God Bless you Sassy. Mommy and Poppa miss you and will always love you.

My beautiful precious angel I miss you so terribly. I cry daily for you and kiss you pictures. How do I live without you. I am so heart broken. You were my best friend, my protector and how we loved each other. A piece of my heart went with you. How I want to hold you and kiss you and tell you how much I love you. I remember everything about you:the rides, the squeals when I came home, how you wanted just to be close to me. The nights of cuddling when you layed your little body next to mine and slept. My God , how do I make it without you? I cannot believe you are gone from me. I am hollow inside. Nothing will ever be the same without you my precious angel. Rest well and wait for me. Please Dear Father in Heaven comfort her and me. I will always love and miss you. There are so many wonderful things I could say about you, but that would be endless. My angel my heart aches so for you.
Mommy

Sassy,
When we adopted you in 1995 we knew you were so very special. You immediately stole our hearts. You loved so many things - running outside and exploring (you loved it so much we called you Lewis & Clark), going bye-bye, treats. And you loved everyone and everyone loved you. You'll never know how many lives you so greatly touched - your mommy and daddy, grandparents, aunts and uncles. Your visits to the nursing home brought joy and smiles to a whole other group of people. You brought light and unknown happiness to everyone you met. No one was a stranger. We always called you our official welcoming committee as you would run and, with a wriggling body, greet visitors, from family to the UPS man.

You had always been exceptionally healthy. So, when you suddenly began having seizures that night, seizures that never really stopped and worsened at time, we were so scared for you. The vet examined you and said things didn't look good. When you got to the point where you couldn't breathe on your own, we knew it was time. The two things we decided as you grew older was that we would never let you suffer needlessly and that we wanted to be there with you when you passed on. We honored our promise to you.

Lucy, Rogue, and Loki miss you and look for you. When we told them, Lucy quietly sighed and Rogue and Loki quietly meowed as if they understood. Lucy still looks for you and smells you everywhere.

It's was so hard to say goodbye, but we know that our grandparents who have passed on are taking care of you, feeding you all the goodies you liked, and that you're running free and happy, eyes wide and bright, and your tongue hanging out, licking everyone you meet. We know we'll see you one day. Until then you live on in our memories as the best friend anyone could ever have.

We love and miss you! Mommy and Daddy

Sassy, my best and trusted friend.... I was not even there to hold you on your last day. I am so full of grief and guilt... I found you that night, when I came home from work and you didn't come greet me at the door. I tried to heal you with the meds, but it didn't work... Sassy my best little one, forgive me. I loved you so and I still can't accept you're gone... I still see you and I still hear you... You were not my first, but you were my beloved. There will be no other like you.... Till we meet again, dear sweet kitty!

We love you Sassy...Thank you for choosing us. Run and play with Casey.

Nicole, Chris, Chip, Gloria, Sam, Charlie

I love you sassy and miss you. I cant wait to see you someday again.

Jamie

Sassy was always quick to show her love and liveliness. She had a rough start in life but loved her adoptive home and family who cared for her with open hearts and minds

Julie Homik

To my darling Sassy, my 10 month Doberman who died suddenly on March 6th 2003.We all miss you and Rosco especially misses you even though you drove him mad. We gave you everything but you just weren't meant to be here too long. Mummy is suffering badly abd would give ANYTHING ON THIS EARTH to have you back but its not going to happen. We went on your favourite walk today where you used to chase the pheasants, Rosco and I, but it wasn't the same. Rosco just mooched and I just cried. I hope you forgive me for ending your pain and that you are having fun wherever you are baby. We will never forget you, you silly puppy with the waggy tail and dribbling mouth at dinnertime and I hope to be with you some day again, sooner rather than later. All our love but especially Mummys love as it was me that had wanted you for so long in the first place, twenty two years to be precise!!!!!! Honestly don't know how I can live without you my sassy puppy pink belly as we used to call you....rest in peace my perfect puppy...Mummy xxxxxx(Cathryn Brian and Rosco)

My precious Sassy, we miss you so much. It has only been a week and it still doesn't seem real that you are gone. When I'm in the kitchen, I keep expecting to feel you bump against my legs and meow up at me when I look down at you. I miss the way you would come into the living room and stand up on my lap as if to ask, "Is it OK if I sit here with you?" I miss your beautiful green eyes and your sweet little meow. I miss seeing you beg for turkey lunch meat and Fancy Feast cat food. I miss seeing you lying out on the screen porch regardless of how hot or cold it was. Every time I hear that cat door open and close, I expect to see you come walking by. Last week we received a sympathy card from Ebenezer and today I received a mold of your paw print from the animal hospital where you died. I am so sorry, Sassy. I blame myself for cutting short your life. I should have waited until you were stronger. Then maybe you would have survived the surgery despite the odds. I am so sorry that we didn't get to see you one last time before you went into surgery. I wonder if you thought we had abandoned you and maybe that is why you couldn't fight. I hope that you knew that we were there holding you when you died and that we have cried an ocean of tears over losing you. Arkin misses you too. He goes out onto the porch several times a day looking for you, calling you. Before we left the hospital to bring you home that day, they wrapped you in a towel and put you in a cardboard coffin for us. Your daddy built you a coffin of walnut and cedar and routed your name and the date on the top. As he worked on that, I held you, rocked you, petted you, kissed you, and told you how much we loved you. I looked at your incision all stapled up. It was horrible. I snipped off some of your beautiful black fur and put it in a ceramic box for safe keeping. I wrapped you in one of our towels and kissed you one last time after we put you in the coffin. It was so hard to put the top on that box knowing that we would never see you again. You were such a good girl. Our house will never be the same without you. This spring we will plant flowers and shrubs all around your grave and make a nice garden in your remembrance. I have picked out a nice memorial stone for your grave and I'm going to order it when I get your picture done. I'm also going to order a locket with your picture on it and put your lock of hair in it so I will always have you near me. I wish I knew the person who cared enough about you to put you in a place where you could be adopted. I wish I could thank them for giving you up so that we could have you. I wish I could tell them what a joy you were to us and how sweet you were. Seven years wasn't long enough. I wish I could've had just one more day with you so that I could've told you goodbye. You were so special to us. We will never forget you, Sassy, and we will always love and miss you. I hope to see you again someday.

Melanie

Sassy, You were a precious kitty that stole our hearts the first day we saw you. Sassy, we loved you so much. We miss you baby. We miss your little freckled nose, your feisty personality. Our hearts have a hole in them in the shape of you. We are so sorry you suffered. It was so painful to see. We know you are no longer in pain. Enjoy Heaven. We will always remember and love you. You were our "Sunflower" on rainy days. We had 6 wonderful years with you. We wouldn't trade them for anything.
One day we will be together again in Heaven. Until then remember how much we love you, "Sass Rat".

The Trammells

My Dear Sassy,

I think of you everyday my Little Angel. How I wish I could hold you once again. You meant the world to me, and death can not break our bond. My life seems so empty without you - but all the wonderful memories you left me with helps me keep going. Mommy did everything I could to help you, but the horrible cancer you had over powered us. I know you're happy at Rainbow Bridge and painfree my little one. Wait there for mommy and daddy, and then we'll all play together again. ALL MY LOVE SASSY. Always and Forever. Love Mommy & Daddy

Sassy:

Thank you for giving me so much happiness!
I love you with all my heart. My heart is so empty now. I miss you!

Sue Ramsey

Dear Sata, We will all miss you very much. Arena and Kuki know you are gone now. We know you are not suffering and again feel like you old self. We believe that you and Shawncie are running around and playing together and looking down on all of us! Thank you for sharing your life with us and for bringing us such joy and companionship. We loved you very much and you will always be with us.

Linda & Susan

SATCH:
You were always my devoted companion and friend in life, and you will always be my canine Guardian Angel.
You will always be "MY BOY."
Love,
Terry

Satellite,
If ever there was a dog that didn't know he was a dog it was you buddy, You became our third child and the one I always bragged about. You were so connected to all of us in our own different way. Dad & Kevin were your play buddies, Kelly you had to be careful with since you outgrew her at first, and you were Mommy's baby. Ever since you were a baby Dad told you to watch Mommy and you did. everywhere I went you were there also. We weren't expecting you to get so big, and I guess you didn't know it since you sat on our laps. There wasn't a trick you couldn't learn, even in your old age.
We were always so proud to show you off to friends and family. What we will remember most is your loving eyes and the way you knew us so well. always so eager to please. Buddy we knew you were slowing down and getting older and it hurt so bad to see it. If we could have, we would have kept you with us but it would have been cruel to you. Our hearts ache for you everyday and we miss you so terribly. There will never be an animal so loved as you.

Love Mommy. Daddy, Kevin, Kelly & Cowboy

Dear Satellite,
How we miss you!! We loved you so, and did not want you to suffer, so Mommy and Daddy did the right thing and showed their utmost love for you in letting you go now, so you didn't suffer.
How I will miss you coming to Grandmas door and barking for a treat, of barking for PaPa when he was in the sunroom.
You were a great and wonderful dog, and your Mommy and Daddy will meet you at the Rainbow Bridge when its time.
Love, Grandma and PaPa

FIFTY DOLLARS

( IN LOVING MEMORY OF SATIN CHEYENNE)

One day in my pocket at work fifty dollars I did have, and a man came along with a dog and said for fifty dollars I could have.
He took my fifty dollars and I took my dog and walking home I thought to myself I got the best deal I got the dog!
As that dog became a part of our family and stole our hearts, I'd just smile and say for fifty dollars I got one great dog.
That dog became my best friend and protector the person I told my problems too and cried my tears upon and for fifty dollars that's alot.
She played in the yard with the kids all the while taking charge and standing guard and for fifty dollars that's alot.
She walked with me while I did my chores, and sleep by our bed without missing a night, and for fifty dollars that's alot.
When it came to her family she knew no fear for a black bear she would chase so it couldn't get near.

We knew when Grandma or Connie and the kids we're on their way, she'd stop what she was doing and run and try to open the gate, we always wondered how she could hear them coming a mile away, and laugh at the dance she would do knowing the kids we're there to play.

Always faithful to be at the gate and watch her Dad and I come and go from day to day. She never liked to hear a fight not even in play, and when it came to pushing and shoving she would be the one to take control and put it to an end, and for fifty dollars that's alot to get from a friend.

I remember her pushing Amy in the closet with her to have her pups and my daughter looked a little queasy and green but quite proud to hold them pups.
And at times when I was alone I never feared Satin was near and when anyone came in late she always stayed up to wait.
And I remember the laughter we all shared watching her chase Tim on his roller blades, or chewing tires on the go cart so the kids would come to no harm, or standing watch at the pool while they swam and forgetting her own fear of water she 'd dive in to save Zac and we got all that for fifty dollars and that's alot.

And I knew when JD was attacked by dogs that he'd be afraid of her but she was smart and sensed his fear, and with a gentle understanding she chased away that fear and won his heart, on that day we realized for fifty dollar, we got one smart dog.

She loved to wrestle and play with her Dad and he'd yell load up and away they'd go, and I'd just smile and shake my head, and think to myself that was the best fifty dollars ,that I have ever spent. So many times I've sat and wondered if that man ever realized what he gave up for fifty dollars.

And I remember laughing at Tammy and Desi when they would complain that she refused to eat again while we we're away. And even in her old age when the grandkids wanted to hug and play she tolerated it throughout the day.

Sitting in the vet's office waiting for them to run their tests, I'm remembering all these things ,and then they came and told me all the money in the world wouldn't make her better again, and that it was time to let her go.
So with a heavy heart, I stood strong and I held her tightly in my arms as I watched her life slip away, and all the while I kept telling myself she's with the Lord so she'll be okay.
I know that I must stay behind and let my life run it's course, and all the while I'll make sure that I keep fifty dollars close. And one day when my life is done and through you'll hear me say ( LORD, I have fifty dollars and you have one fine dog, can I make a deal with you !)

I Miss you girl,
Love Mom

Thanks for the memories and a wonderful 17 yrs.

Jo Ann Carver

We will remember all the smiles and love that you gave us
You were always my baby girl
They said only 9 weeks we would have you
You made it 2 1/2 years
We will love and miss you until we meet again Love Mom, Brandon and Railynne

My little Savannah. I miss you so much and love you so much. I know you have crossed over into the rainbow bridge now. You were always there for me no matter if I was sick, or crying, or on top of the world. I loved sharing 11 years with you. Every time I awoke, and saw your little face, It was pure joy like I've never known before. Take care Savannah, mommy misses you.

We adopted Savanah from the local pound when she was about two years old. It was advertised in the paper as a white Pomeranian and we had a little black one, so Dianne (my sister) and I thought it would be cute to adopt a white one.
Well Savanah was about twice the size of Blackie and so nervous and shy. I fell in love with her instantly. I carried her and babied her and everything. We believed that she had been abused at one time and that just made me want to love her more to make up for that past.
I got her in high school when I didn't have any friends and she was a great comfort to me. When I was around her, I knew she loved me and she would never abandon me. She was incredibly nervous around other people. She shed constantly and left her hair everywhere in the house (we still find it to this day) and in the morning my sister would let her in the house from outside. She would barrel down the hall like a horse, making a terrible noise, and would either slam into my door or jump on my bed and bounce around on top of me to wake me up.
In 2001, she was hit by a car. I buried her myself in the backyard.
I loved her so deeply, I still cry when I think about her. I hope I get to see her again some day.

Angela Quillen

Savanah came into my life when I was very ill and needed a special angel and will always be my guiding light !!!

Mary Goding

When I found you, you were lost without your Mother. You meowed loudly, so I heard you. I treasured your time with me, I remember hearing you purr. I hope you were happy with us, because you had such a hard life before you found me. I loved you so, I wish you could have stayed with me. You had the saddest eyes I have ever seen on an animal before. I picked you up and took you into my home. You were only here for 4 days, but you took over my heart and I will always remember you as my special little kitty. You will forever be my Cat Angel.

Phyllis Cooper

Savannah, oh how we miss you pedup! Savannah was our beautiful black cocker spaniel whom we had the joy of sharing our lives with for 14 years. We traveled all over the country with you and to Wyoming and Montana where you loved to help us fish! Savannah, you got so sick so suddenly, congestive heart failure caused your death. For three weeks we tried our best with medication and hand feeding you boiled chicken, rice, beef and anything else that was bland that you would take. Then came the day when you turned your head away at every offer of food. We knew we would not let you suffer, for we loved you like our own child. The vet came to our home and I held you in my arms as the vet gave you the injection that took away your pain and suffering. We felt like our hearts had been ripped out! You are buried in our yard under the hemlock trees. I talk to you every day, sweet Savannah. We will never, ever forget you!
You were our best friend, our "baby" for fourteen years. You gave unconditional love all the time. I miss seeing you come to greet us at the door when we came home. I can still see your little stub wiggling. Your new little sister, Cheyenne, is helping our hearts to heal, but she will never replace you, Savannah, because you were such a wonderful and unique dog.
Wait for us at the Rainbow Bridge, Savannah. We will meet you there one day. I know you are running and playing and chasing rabbits with your "new" body. We love you dearly,
Doug, Barbara and Cheyenne Seay

You came into my life 13 years ago, you must have known how much I needed you so. The cutest little puppy I ever did see, you loved unconditionally, you were a soulmate to me. You were there through the good times and the bad, you always knew how to make me feel better when I was sad. I looked forward to your sweet kisses everyday and when you would say "I love You" in your own special way. There were tough times when I thought I could not cope but you were always there, picking me up giving me hope. There were good times when my love had to be shared with others, you stood fast by me, loyal and loving and accepting them too. You were the kindest little soul, my little Booboo. I had to say goodbye last night and it hurts so, so bad, but at least you did not suffer much, for that I am Glad. I thank God for lending you to me for our almost 14 years, I thank you for choosing me to be your soulmate and mommy, the tears are slowly fading and it's your beautiful memory that I see.

Savannah-Booboo I want you to know how very special you are to me and how very, very much you are missed. It's so hard imagining my world without you, but I can feel you here with me and I know you are waiting at the Rainbow Bridge for me. Always and forever you will be my soulmate, my booboo. I love you!

Mommy Shann

Rest in peace my dear Savannah. Your presence lives on within my heart.

Tina

Vimbi was such a special friend and companion. Words cannot describe how much she will be missed. She came from the humane society as a stray puppy and was fiercely loyal and caring and was very happy to have found a wolfpack of her own. Nine years was far to short of a time for her to have on earth. Thank you for understanding.

Paul & Melissa Mastando

Sweet, gentle shelter rescue, our precious companion for 14 years. Goodnight, girl. You are in the summer land now, where you can chase the seagulls again and stretch out in warm patches of sunlight.

Risa English

My darling little boy I miss you so very much and your always in my heart and you always will be, I love you scamp

Karen

To my beautiful baby Scamp, still love and miss you so much. You gave us all so much joy and happiness and asked for nothing in return. The house is not the same without out you.

Elizabeth McGinley

Scamper was my very first pet, and the best natured cat you could find, Her arthritis and illness in old age got the better of her and even though she was a trooper to the very end, she never let it show.
She is out of pain now and be happy.

Brenda

Oh Little Scamper. You were the light of my Aunt, Uncle, and Cousins' lives. You were like a cousin and even with your grumpiness you were loved. May you be free of the pain you were in in this world and keeping watch on your Mom, dad, Sister and Kitty brother. They will miss you my friend.

Love you!
Cousin Lolly

Scamper was the most loving, sweet and special dog I have ever owned and I was blessed to have had him for 15 1/2 years of my life. He was with me through every momentous time, always staying by my side whenever I needed him. When I met my husband he showed the same affection to him and spent 6 years with us together - making us a family. When he got sick and it became evident that we had no other options to help him, that he was beginning to suffer, so we made the decision to give him peace. It was the hardest thing I have ever done and I miss him everyday.

I wanted to take this opportunity to share our feelings for him and let everyone know what a wonderful little guy he was and that we will never forget him.

Stacey & John McCarthy

Scamper lived to the ripe old age of 17. She had a good life! When she passed she did it with the dignity and grace only she had. Although there are alot of breaking hearts here, we know she has gone onto a better place.

We love you and will miss you Scampie Damps!

Scamper was a darling little black and white kitten, complete with a tail that was tipped with white, as if it had been dipped in white paint She was born to a feral cat in our yard, and was becoming comfortable with people when she vanished one day.

Ann Reynolds

A beloved friend and companion of 14 wonderful years. You will be missed by everyone who knew you.

Cynthia

Scarlett, I know you had cancer and we tried to help, but your little body just couldn't get through it.
I love you and I know you are with Mom-she just must have missed you too much when she got to Heaven.
Now, Mom can comb you all the time and keep you pretty. Goodbye, sweet, sweet kitty.

Karen B. Martin

Thank you, my precious angel. For all the love and joy you brought into my life. You Scarlett, will be deeply and greatly missed. You'll forever be in my heart and soul. Go be with the Angels Scarlett, we'll meet again soon. I know you'll be watching over me, my best friend, my love, my precious baby. Take care. I love you.

Michelle Van Landingham

I could never in this life time, or any other life time find a dog more perfect than my princess Scarlett. She made me soooo happy. I worshipped her Now I can only hope the hole in my heart, and the void in my life will somehow lessen. I wish you all had the opportunity to experience my wonderful GIFT...SCARLETT

Lisa Marando

Scarlett was a very sweet, beautiful, affectionate girl who died much too young. Everyone misses her very much. We will never forget her.

Dona and Steve Cucich

Miss Scarlett, Mommy will always love you! You will forever remain close to my heart.

Scarpia
I love you Scarpia! And I know that Willy(his cagemate) misses u too! Please send him strength so he'll get back to his normal weight, I think he's pining for you because we looks so tiny. We love you and miss you!

My Schatzie Woo Woo girl. O Woo Woo.

Kim Ploschek

To my precious dog, Schenia. Thank you for all the wonderful memories that you have given to me. I will love you forever, and I am looking forward to the time when I will see you again. God received a precious angel when he got you. God, please take care of my very special and beloved dog, for she has taken good care of me.

Jennifer

Our lives were forever touched by the sweetest, most loving friend. She will be in our hearts forever. Schmoozy, our sweet, sweet puppy, we will miss you dearly. Thank you for all that you have given us. We were truly blessed. Be at peace. We love you!

Joe, Gabriele & Alina Garrido

To my best 'bud!! 'Nappers Take Care Till we meet again!!

I Love You and Miss you so very much!!

Keith Plane

Rest in peace Schnapps. We will miss you very much and we loved you dearly...ALL of us. Thank you for being you, and for your brave fight. You were a tough little guy and you amazed everyone with how long you were able to hold on after being diagnosed with congestive heart failure. See you at the Bridge.

Kristen and The McCuskee Family

Schnecke came to live with us in September 1993 here in Las Vegas, Nevada. I remember being all nervous and going to the airport to meet her for the first time. When her flight finally came in we were like two expectant fathers meeting our little girl for the first time, and we did fit that description. Well she finally got in from Ohio and she was the cutest, sweetest, shyest little thing you ever could see, ten pounds of love and joy. We originally got her as a playmate for our little boy Lester. That night Schnecke was so shy she didn't want to be picked up or played with she was so scared. Well the next morning Lester and Schnecke be came the greatest of friends, and after that they were inseparable, you never saw one with out the other. Schnecke and Lester would play, pounce and run around the house from 4:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. every morning until they would tire themselves out. Schnecke became a member of our family in no time at all, I guess you could say she was the Queen of the house. Well, Schnecke became our second show dog and she and her little mate Lester became very good and both had nice long careers in the ring. Schnecke and Lester had a beautiful litter of puppies in February 1994 of which she lost one of her babies at two days of age. We called him Van Gogh, and the other two boys were Max and Cliffy. We kept Cliffy.
Schnecke was a very strong little girl who never gave up on anything but after she lost her little mate Lester on May 4, 1999 she started having her own problems, first it was cataracts, then she was struck with an auto immune problem, Schnecke had to have her right eye removed and in February 2003 she got a digestive infection and she always came back fighting and never gave up, Schnecke was just starting to get well from the digestive infection and then on Monday March 10, 2003 Schnecke had a stroke, she still never gave up, she was a real fighter, She ate, drank water, went to the bathroom on her own. Her favorite thing in life was to be with the both of us and her bonies that's what we called her milkbones, she lived for her bonies. On March 12, 2003 at 7:03 P.M. Schnecke passed away in our arms, she fought to the last breath and even after that. We are both crushed at Schnecke's passing but we know she is with her sweet little Lester, and we know that we will be together in our future where Schnecke and Lester, and all that have gone before us will be waiting to greet us and we will all be in happiness together again. Schnecke's favorite game was Seal Baby, where she would stretch out and have me rub her little back while she kissed my face. We will miss you our Sweet little Seal Baby, until we are all together again when we will all live again, we will live again forever. We Love You and Leaster Always, make sure you come and see us with Lester. Love Always and Forever . Your Dad of Dads Jim & Peter, your little boy Cliffy, your little girl Lisa, your granddaughters Melody & Nefer, Your grandson Rerun and great grandson Repete

Schnookie was a very special animal - gentle and kind and full of love. He was the best! He was full grown (or almost so) when he found his way to Karen in 1989. He could not have picked a better owner, nor she a better pet. Their love for each other continues through time and beyond. We can envision Schnookie romping happily in Heaven with Jack at his side. Thank you, Schnookie, for the love you have given and we give in return.

Karen Arcuri

I bottle fed you when you were born and you became my furry daughter. My real children complained that I treated you and your younger sister better than they. That was probably a little bit true. After all, you never complained, ate what I put before you, was always there to greet me, and loved me unconditionally. You loved playing ball more than any dog I've known and during your younger years was never without one in your mouth. You guarded me and actually stopped the house and office from being robbed on several occasions. The last month of your life was hard on us both. You lost your mobility and you became totally dependent on me. You had given your all to me, so now I gave my all to you and became your legs, helping you whenever you wanted to move. You spent your last days enjoying the breezes outdoors, watching bugs and listening to airplanes overhead. You still wanted to be close to me, loyal dog that you were. You died at the foot of my bed, waiting for that moment that I was gone so that I wouldn't witness your passing.

I hope now you are running and chasing balls again. I will see you again. I will always love you, Mom.

We took you in as our own after your Daddy crossed the Rainbow bridge. He must have been lonely, because he called you home so soon. We will miss you!!!

Brett, Tina & Kitt Supplee

You are now with sight, hearing, your heart is strong and you feel like a puppy again. Play nice with your fellow 4-legged friends until we meet again. We love you so much and miss you.

Mommy and Daddy

Schotzy was always a happy loving little dog. He loved everybody. He has the typical doxies tubborness and that added to his appeal. He will always be in our hearts and missed forever.

Vicki

Scooby je was dapper , maar je hebt 't niet gered .
Je bent nu in de katte hemel , vergezeld door onze Remie .
Rust zacht , we missen je
Peter & Thora
en je speel vriendjes Micky, Gizmo en Dropje

If tears could build a stairway,
and memories form a lane,
I'd run right up to heaven,
and bring you home again.

We will always love you and never forget what joy you brought to our lives Scooby. We miss you! Our little buddy...

Joe Anyzek

In loving memory of Scooter, beloved kitten of Nina and Earl Brown.

Lynn Hogan

To my best friend and companion. I miss you so much. Thank you for the love, comfort, and company you have given me over the years. You gave to so many when you worked as a pet therapy dog, but you gave the most to me. Thank you. I love you and miss you.

Janet George

My little Scooter passed away early last year after 20 years of faithful companionship. She started life a little ruff she was being abused when I rescued her. She had nothing but love and a nice warm place in my heart. She is sadly missed but will never be forgotten.

Beverly Parsons

You were only a Baby, a lifetime ahead
The good lord called you, its time for Bed.
Were left brokenhearted. in pain for our loss,
That little ball of fluff who showed us who's Boss.
Such love that your gave us will go on forever,
My Baby I love and Miss you so. God bless you in
Heaven. God Bless SCOOTER
Your loving Family

Scooter, you died in my arms today (10-6-2003). I felt your heartbeat, so strong against my arm, vanish at 11:15 a.m., as the drugs took effect. Goodbye my sweet boy, seventeen years young.
Joe and Bev Iorio

Our beautiful little Black Cat Scooter, also known as 99 or l'il 9, passed away on Sunday, September 26th, 2003. She had given us 18 years of happiness and love. We nicknamed her after the Great Gretsky, because of her ability to 'outplay' anyone - with a ball made of rolled up silver foil. She would also do great ballet moves when petted down her silky black back. She loved Christmas and liked to think (or know) she was the prettiest gift under the Tree. We will all miss her like crazy, but won't forget her ever, and we know she will be happy with hr many sisters, brothers and cousins who gave gone before her. Bye 99, we love ya!

Kendra Morley

Scooter was our very special boy we found cruising down a busy street. We could not find his original home so he became part of our family. Scooter was the best friend I have ever had. I loved him with all my heart and soul and he loved us (he loved me more than I can describe). He took care of our family but really lived to see me pull in the driveway at night. He was a "mama's boy" and it was quite obvious that he knew so. He was a very important part of our family. He and our other very special and important dog, Scout, were in a house fire one night when I was at work. I received a call informing me that my house was on fire and "all your animals are dead". I fell to the ground and sobbed. My kids were OK, but my boys, Scooter and Scout, had died from the fumes. I have never felt so much agony and despair in my life, except when my mother died 10 years earlier. My life changed forever and I miss my boys every day. Not a day goes by without at least one cry. My youngest daugter(8) tried to bury herself in me when she found out that the dogs were both dead. She thought Scooty was alive...maybe. Her heart broke and she still cries often about this horrible loss. My oldest daughter (9 at the time) disengaged immediately from the trauma. She later sobbed and told me that she forgot five minutes after it happened. She could not cope with it any other way. We were at the vets one time and we read the story of the rainbow bridge. My 9 year old dreamed that night (she thought it was real.) that she was in a meadow, filled with flowers and sunshine. Scooter was there and so was one of our new kittens. She said Scooter looked happy ("you know how he looks mom when he is happy"). He liked the kitten and jumped around (like he did before) for a while. My daughter then saw Scooter a couple more times. At least twice he would climb into her blanket and snuggle with her (He loved to lay next to my feet). She would fall back asleep and wake up and he would be gone. She said to me, Mom, I know Scooter is OK now, I am worried about Scout. Scout was not visiting her. She said "I think Scout must have a very important job, like being one of God's guard dogs". That, she said, was why he couldn't visit. Scooter came to visit again and somehow left her in peace about Scout. She is certain that he is doing well now. I have cried for the past year and a half. My strong little daughter tried to hold us together by trying to protect me from sad things. She had to make the decision to go into the vets and get their ashes, I could not make that move. This same vet lived in our neighborhood and got the dogs from our house... so we wouldn't have to. He and his wife (and staff) have cried with us on many occasions around this horrific trauma. His business did get very busy after that and I believe (magical thinking perhaps) that my two boys and the vet's unbelievable acts of kindness were working together for him to remain in the business that his heart is so connected to. I miss my Scooter and feel like I will never recover from this pain. Scout was my big brave, sweet boy that I will never forget. The pain and despair is sometimes too much to handle. I hope I can one day think about these guys and not hurt so much. Maybe someday we will get another dog. The kids want one.

Barbara Dominique and Ravin Simone

Scooter left his family with dignity and in peace. He suffered from severe dementia, was deaf and blind. He remained a beautiful Westie up to the end. He will be dearly missed. Our house is so quiet it's deafening.

Carolyn Anderson

Scooter died recently and I am wrecked without him, but I want to do justice to his love and to his memory. Scooter had a certain sophistication, and he was perhaps the most adjusted dog I've ever met, despite his hard life before I adopted him. (He was in a pack of wild dogs and coyotes before I brought him to the city.) I just love him so much. Life is not complete anymore, because he was my joy. My boy is gone, but I know that my life was validated by him. Truly, he was my best companion, and I will miss him, always.

We miss you terribly and you will always be our special boy :)

Asa and Vicki

In Memory of Scooter: 1999-2003

In 1999, Scooter came into my life in the most unpretentious packing, brought to me in a plain paper bag. He was one of three tiny kittens held by a volunteer working at the local “humane society” who told me that they would all be killed the next morning if no one took them. Already having 14 cats at the time, I was most reluctant to take more, but as everyone around me made excuses I acquiesced. You could say I was left holding the bag. I thought I would be their guardian just until I could find others to adopt them. Little did I know that the kittens in the bag, Scooter above all, would prove to be a blessing and not a burden.

Scooter, Shag, and Willis, as I named them, were like unruly human babies. Being a lifetime member of the club of Non-Breeding Bachelors, I was not accustomed to waking every 2 or 3 hours to bottle feed. Each tiny body fit snugly in the palm of my hand. As will surprise no animal lover, with each nursing period and every passing day, I grew increasingly attached to all my new babies, despite the constant noise and messes and overall chaos they brought into my peaceful world. After two weeks of bottle feeding, I put them in a box and took them to every house in my neighborhood in an effort to find them a good home and to prevent even larger tumbleweeds of cat fur rumbling through the hallways of my house.

As it dawned on me how difficult it would be to adopt them together to a loving home, it hit me like a thunderbolt that I already had fallen in love with all three and I suspect by then they felt I was their lumbering, ill-shaven, two-legged mommy.

And so it was, they entered my family as my own children, not temporary adoptees, and I joyfully embraced my new found responsibilities while I awaited the return of nights of unbroken sleep.

All three kittens and I shared a deep bond, but Scooter stood out from the rest, indeed from all my cats, even though I was loathe to admit I had a favorite. Scooter was an orange and white, short-hair, striped tiger cat. He was always skinny, not because I didn’t try to feed him enough but because he was the most finicky eater on the planet. If the dice of the I Ching rolled right, Scooter might not turn away from the food offering on a given day. And he had another trait: he scooted a lot.

The intuition behind the name proved sound as Scooter loved to run throughout the house. He cherished his time on the roof, often standing still on the front corner like the wise gargoyle of my street. Every day I heard him thunder across the rooftop as though Charlton Heston were running a chariot race. It was a comforting sound, like raindrops.

Very early on, Scooter assigned to himself the role of being my shadow. He followed me from room to room, he glided across me as I tried to read and write, and, most poignantly, he slept with me every night, if not on my chest, nestled within the crook of my knees. Every morning, without fail, I repeated the same ritual. I stirred to consciousness, felt Scooter’s warm body next to mine, sat up, stroked him, and said matter-of-factly, “I love you, Scooter.” The day was born. If I woke too early and went back to bed, Scooter always returned to assume his rightful place.

Scooter was aggressive in his need to give and receive love, and he had no respect whatsoever for my work deadlines. If he jumped on my lap, I would counter by lowering my book to block his move to my face. Scooter easily evaded that by maneuvering around the obstacle or climbing under or over it to get to my face. Checkmate. Scooter rubbed his face against mine while his vibrational purr glided past my cheeks like an electric razor. Typically, his will was stronger than mine. All work ground to a halt, and it was time for a Scooter break.

Scooter had a perverse sense of humor. Whenever I lay prostrate watching TV or reading a book, he would leap onto my upper chest, slowly turn around, and then back his rear end directly into my face. The best sense I could make of that habit was simply that Scooter liked to play practical jokes on me. When I turned him around to face me in a more pleasing direction, I could see a smirk on his face and smug self-satisfaction while his purring roared.

Scooter’s favorite game of all was to do everything in his power to stop me from making the bed. As soon as he heard the sheets snap before draping down on the bed, he tore through the house, flew onto the mattress, and pounced onto the sheets to make it impossible to complete the task. If I outwitted him with the bottom sheet and managed to pull it over all four corners of the bed without trapping him underneath it like the Loch Ness monster about to surface, he raced about as the successive layers of bedding came down and then waited furtively to attack anything that moved around him.

I played jokes on Scooter too. My favorite game was to pick him up, hold him in the air, roll him over, and bury my face in his stomach in order to feast on a delicious “Scooter sandwich.” He endured my face cheeks good-naturedly, just as I tolerated his butt cheeks.

One of my favorite mantras to say with Scooter was “friend to the end.” That was my way of reaffirming our special bond everyday, knowing that nothing could disturb it until either he or I met our inevitable end.

Not in my worst nightmares did I fear that Scooter’s end would come so soon, so terribly soon, after only three years of joyful romping, creative bedlam, and soulful loving. An avalanche of grief engulfed my world and for many days everything stopped but the tears.

I remain the privileged guardian of nine wonderful cats. There is not a place I can go in the house without seeing furry bodies up to no good. Yet without Scooter, the place is eerily empty and devoid of life. Space is haunted by his absence. The center is gone. The house is not a home.

People ask me how I cope with his death without believing in the postulates of God, spirit, and the afterlife and with total honesty I answer: I cannot. I cannot comfort myself with the belief that Scooter went to a better place, that there was a cosmic reason for his death, or that I will see him again when I too “pass.”

I will never find another Scooter in any skinny orange and white striped cat and I will never see him again. I doubt his soul is in heaven, but I know his body is buried in my yard, nourishing the bushes and flowers he so loved to run through.

Without God or the afterlife as reference points, I have only my memories of Scooter and the knowledge that we shared a profound love and bond. When I sit by his grave and water the flowers with salty tears, I do not bother praying to a void. The pain is pure, unrelieved, and inconsolable.

This aggravates the grief, but it increases my appreciation of life. It means I can only live and love now, and fulfillment and enjoyment cannot wait for another life or world. It makes living, loving, and four-footed beings like Scooter all the more special. Accordingly, I gave my whole heart and being to Scooter, as he gave me his.

Friend to the end, Scooter. I curse the darkness that the end came so soon and I miss you so terribly much.

Scooter Photos: >http://utminers.utep.edu/best/pics/Scooter/photosscooter.html

Steve Best

DEAR SCOOTER:

Hi! This is mom! I miss you terribly. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you and how you were taken away from us so soon and unexpected.

I miss you getting into the bathroom trash cans, sitting at the top of the stairs with your favorite toy and greeting me with the hop of your body and the wag of your tail.

Tyler and Donnie misses you too. We feel the pain and loss of losing you, but we are grateful that we had 2 wonderful years with you and we wouldn't trade them for anything!

I would do anything to have you back, but I know I can't, so I have to believe that you are in a happier place even though you can't be with us.

I had the marble stone specially made to put on your grave. It was difficult to put it there as I knew you wouldn't be coming back to me. But it is very nice and it has a cross on it as well.

You were the greatest Shih Tzu anyone could ask for! You were so adorable!

We all have our special memories of you that we will cherish forever!

I will always love you and miss you! Until we meet again...

I love you very much!

Mom

Scooter is a healer cat. I had her "put to sleep" on Saturday. Her kidneys had failed her after two years of treatment. She was 20 years old. Whenever anyone was "hurting" or "sick" or just in a difficult space she would "heal" them/us. I want her to know how much I love her. I want her to know how sad I am that she is not in my physical life right now and how difficult it was to let her go. I want her to feel the peace and dignity I wanted to give her. I feel so much grief and pain and guilt (for not doing more). She is a wonderful spirit and loved so very much. I have always felt that Scooter will make the transition to a human because she was so human. I consulted with her vets prior to doing this. There was no physical hope. Now she is free. God bless you Scooter - my healer girl. I love you.

Jo Ann Toporski

We lost our little Scooter this evening... He was 14 yrs, 3-1/2 months old.. We saw him through major open heart surgery last January 2002 at the University of Minnesota where he had his pericardium removed. The $3000 we spent was worth every penny as it gave us 14 more months with him.. He had become very thin and preferred sleeping all day due to his arthritis but he still had that spunk we knew so well. He loved guarding his dog biscuits from our other poodles and even today he took out after one of them when they came too near.. I think he was trying to tell me something because he insisted on sitting up in his little orthopedic dog bed instead of laying down. He watched me constantly and I remember remarking to one of my teenagers that I felt he was trying to tell me something... He began to breath rapidly everytime he came inside and when he'd try to walk up the steps. This last time, he stood up in his bed, which meant he wanted to go out so I picked him up and carried him to the door, talking to him and nuzzling the side of his soft little face.. He went outside and used the bathroom, I picked him up and brought him back in and he began to breathe rapidly. Something told me to try and call the vet, my son was holding him and, while I was on the phone with the vet I knew it was time. I took him in my arms and he took two breaths and then was gone.

I miss him so much.. For 14 yrs he slept between my feet at night and tonight he won't be with me but I know he's gone to the Bridge, to join Muffin, our little guy who went on July 29, 1999...

Scooter, our little "Cooters", we miss you so much..

Glynn & Kim

My in-laws had an electrical fire December 28, 2002 and lost all four of their dogs. We will miss them very much and will think of them always!!!

Denise Wolfram

To my baby boy - You will always be in my heart and mind my sweet ray of sunshine.
Thank you for all the wonderful years.
Take care of Lilly.
xoxo
your mom

I miss you my little sweet Scooter Pie kitty. Almost 13 years with you was not enough time together. I wish I'd been able to make you well. I would do anything to have you here with me again. You were the sweetest little baby guy in the world. So small and roly poly when I found you. Just a baby kitty, covered in black grease, whiskers all broken off, and booboos on your precious little leggies and feet. It was like you'd been scooting under cars to hide. I picked you up and you kissed and nibbled my chin. Instant love...for both of us. After your first bath, there you were. Such a handsome red tabby baby. You were such a joy to me here on earth. That sweet little round expectant face always looking up at me. And your eyes...like big round, gold jewels. I still have every one of your precious whiskers. I don't know what I'm going to do without you Scooter Pie. Who's going to stand in the bedroom doorway and meow at me that it's time to come to bed, and who's to lay on my arm in bed every night with sweet chirping purrs to soothe me to sleep. I believe that God will bring us together again someday Scooter Pie. Remember....no matter how far apart we are, we'll always be together. You will always be Mommy's "Littlest Boy", and "The Baby". You were one of best friends I ever had. Love, Mommy"

Scooter had the softest belly and nicest fur. He loved to dig around the trees. He was so wonderful and I loved him with all my heart. I'll miss him so as will his brothers and sisters. Poor Scooter is now in a better place but still my heart is broken.

Judy Shimoda

Thank-you Scottie for giving me the best years of my life. Your love saved me because you were always there smiling at me and wanting your nightly cuddle. You were always great at finding the stinkiest things outside and completely covering yourself. You were happiest when dirty, rolling in the grass, or doing the snow plough in the winter. Every time the snow falls or I smell something funny in the air I know that you're somewhere close by smiling and having fun. Your unconditional love will never be forgotten.

Tanya & Ron

Scotty was my sweet, friendly kitty with big green eyes. He was always there to greet me at the door when I returned from work these past 17 years. He loved to play under the sheets whenever the bed was changed and loved to sleep on the large window sill in the warm sun or in front of the fireplace on a cold winter's night. Some mornings, I'd wake up to the gentle touch of his paw on my face, nudging me awake to feed him breakfast. I miss him more than words can say but have some comfort in knowing that he is now in a better place. May you rest in peace Scotts - the best kitty cat in the whole wide world, I love you. You are always in my heart and I was blessed to have you in my life for so long. Until we meet again...

Kate Rouleau

Go with the wind strong friend. You are the SPIRIT of life, the comfort of quiet. You are the conversation of my life, the pride of my being. May God bless your soul in every way. Have a safe journey. Someday we will be together again. I love you, Scout. You are the greatest !!

Stewart Hondorp

We loved her very much and will miss our little Scoutie

Abby and Meg

Scrappy was the most unbelievable pet and brought so much joy and happiness into my life. Scrappy, you were my little angle and I will love you forever.

Kristen

We were friends for a long time but then not nearly long enough. You will always be in our hearts. We can be happy that now you can run and play without pain. We miss you.

Teri, Tera, Luke and Chimera

Scrappy was with us for such a short time, but the love that she gave was immeasurable. She was the original 'Teddy with a heart' and will be missed forever. Never forgotten by her mum or dad, we will all meet again at Rainbow Bridge.

Jenni Dudman

My baby Scrat. I was your mother when you had no mother. Daddy was your playmate when you had no siblings. You were only with us for a short time, but in that time we grew to love you more than life itself. Our lives will never be the same. I would give anything just to be able to bring you back again. I am so so sorry for not being able to save you. I was suppose to be your protection, but yet I could not protect when you needed it the most. I am so sorry. I love you with all my heart.

Lacy

We would like to take this opportunity to honor a wonderful male stray kitty who entered our yard 3 days ago. We did our best to make him feel comfortable and loved over the weekend but we had to keep him in the garage so that he would not come into contact with our other four cats (all ex-strays) until medical clearance was given.

We so enjoyed getting to know him on our hourly garage visits where we were greeted by head butts, purrs and endless chatter. During the course of the weekend we decided that if he remained unclaimed and was certified healthy by our vet he was moving in for good.

We took him into the vet this morning and we were all ready to have him spayed and cleaned up but our worst fears were confirmed. He tested positive for FIV.

We accepted his fate and returned to the vet's office to be with him in his time of need. He went very quietly.

I cannot express our extreme sorrow for this lovely fellow. Most of the "stray stories" that we have been involved with have had happy endings. We are blessed to have four great examples to remind us every day. We have said a prayer that we hope that the "late" Glenn and Tex look out for you on Rainbow Bridge. We hope our paths cross again some time.

Scruff, we love you and will miss you.

Bob, Linda and the furballs Abu, Bonk, Sammy and Sabrina

I knew you were an angelic being from the moment I first saw you -- now you are home, and I miss you mightily.

Virginia

You are missed and loved

Leslie Fernandez

Scruffy, I am so very sorry. I accidentally ended your precious life and I hate myself for it. Please, know that it was a horrible accident and I wish so much that I could turn back time. I love you.

My heart breaks for you my sweet baby. My true soul mate. Please forgive me for failing to make you healthy.oh hard I did try. thanks for 13 years which lighted up my life and gave me so much love. which your love I will carry with me forever and always. till we meet again a piece of my heart will be with you my bestest friend. I love you scruffy...love mommy

Love you forever xxxxx

Odile

Here's to a good dog; Kristen's Best Friend and Merlyn's Best Friend. We're all looking forward to meeting up with you again.

Jim & Sandi Hill

Dearest Seafort,

From the moment I saw you there was an immediate bond. I remember your bright green eyes staring deeply into mine as I walked into the back room of the shelter. It was as if you'd been waiting for me. I wanted Simon the Siamese to have a playmate, no matter how old he was. I went straight towards you and I knew you were the one right away. Your greyish-blue coat was matted and your eyes begged for love and attention. I took you in my arms, held you and looked into your eyes once more-you were coming home. Despite the fact that you liked to eat Simon's food, claw my couch, attack the dog, jump on the kitchen counters for leftovers and meow crazily at every meal, I enjoyed your company and the blessing of you love. You and Simon became best buds and I even caught you grooming Chester, the Labrador, every now and then. When you were with us, you were full of life, love and such human attitude. You were such a social guy, coming out to say hello to all our visitors and friends, even bonding with some of them. You layed by me when I was sad, purring and licking my face with your sandpaper tongue. I regret now all the times I pushed you away when you wanted attention, especially before your passing. You had spunk and were hilarious, I will have some good memories of your life with us. I am sorry that you got sick...it was so hard to see you in so much pain. I know you were so young still, not even two years old yet, and I will pray each night that you don't hold the choice I made against me. Seafort, I'm sorry that your time was so short with us, and although I cried and pleaded with our Heavenly Father that it wasn't fair he take you so soon...there is a reason for everything and I know that I was meant to love you and take care of you during your short life. I also know that you have taught me a valuable lesson...that time is limited and we must cherish and relish every moment of it. The decision I had to make came so quickly but I knew it was for the best. I wanted you to be happy, without pain and without fear. It was difficult to see you go but I know that you are still alive in spirit. Although I cannot see you, I feel you and think of you all the time. I will love and remember you always, thank you for the good times and the way you have touched our lives even if it was for a year. I know that you are watching, I know that you are looking out for us. I will pray for you to let you know how much I love you still. It is time to say good-bye for just a little bit because I will surely see you again. We miss you and love you, but you are in our hearts and in peace now and you will never be in pain again. Here is a church hymn that came to my mind as I wrote this, and it is a reminder that we will be happily together again someday:

"God be with you 'til we meet again,
by his counsels guide uphold you,
with his sheep securely fold you,
God be with you 'til we meet again....

'Til we meet, 'til we meet....
'Til we meet at Jesus feet...
'Til we meet, 'til we meet...
God be with you 'til we meet again".

In love and peace,
Momma, Simon, Chester & all those who loved you in life.

He was always a star and a gentleman to the end.

Lynda Case

Seamus... Our much loved puppy.
You will be in our hearts forever. See you in Heaven.
Love, Mommy, Daddy, Sam and Katie.

Seamus was hit by a car and passed away in my arms about an hour ago. He was the most lovable and affectionate dog I have had in my family. When everyone else wanted to play he just wanted to snuggle. He slept every night on my pillow above my head. I have become accustomed to this and having his warm presence will be very very hard to let go of. The emergency vet says he did not feel a thing. I am glad. I miss Seamus so much... Hopefully he is playing in that grassy meadow with his sister, Satine, now.

Sean Sweeney

The most amazing cat in the world passed away yesterday. Sebastian's name means to be revered or venerated and he spent his life living up to that name. He was a big, black cat and he knew he was special. Sebastian was a one in a million cat and while I will have lots of cats in my life, there will never be another like him. Sebastian never met a stranger. Every new person was someone else to pet and admire him. He was my strength, my comforter and my rock. Without him, there is no one to wipe away my tears. No one to hug me around my neck and let me know it's going to be okay. Sebastian my love, I miss you so much and my life will never be the same without you.

Tina Thomure

His only flaw was he thought he was a person.
Our family hurts, now that he is gone.
We hurt because we miss him and his life was cut short.
He wanted a simple life--to be part of the family.
He misses life.

Steve Schultz

Sebastian was a happy soul who always made everyone smile. I will always remember the joy he brought to everyone around him. I hope to see him again someday.

Marie Larko

Sebastian,

You went to the Bridge in February but a few weeks later, I brought Willow home. Unfortunately she met the same fate and lost her battle to CRF last week. I pray that you were at the Bridge awaiting her and now you two are together. (Fatter and fluffier than ever!) It's been 8 months and I think of you daily. Please bring Willow to the Bridge w/you when I arrive. Until then, I hope you're happier than ever! As for me, my heart still aches but my memories still flourish. You're very loved and missed immensely Bastian Boy!

Love,
Mommy

I Knew I should have made you come in, I guess you were running across the street and never seen that car, our neighbors woke us up to gather you gone from this world. You will now be reunited with your brother Gebo and Misty. I will see you soon, I am so... sorry Sebastain. I love you and will bury you in the grasslands next to your family.

Sebastian was the most gentle and lovable creature I ever knew. Please pray that he is safe and that he has love wherever he is now.

Maria

Our Sebastian was 13 years old when we lost him. It was such a sudden loss for us, as well as his "sister" Belle. It was obvious she missed him but went on to live a good five years longer. Sebastian, you will always be in our hearts. Love, Mommy and Daddy

My dearest Sebastian, today I made one of the most difficult decisions in my life; I had to choose to ease your suffering. You fought bravely and never complained; but today you told me that your time had come. I will miss you always being one step behind me, to watch over me. One day I hope to see you again, along with Amadeus, and we will play again. Sebastian, I hope that your 9 years with me brought you the same happiness, as you did for me. Sleep well, with no more pain.

Ceasar has been a faithful, loving companion to us for 17 years. He was a joy to us and added to our quality of life. We will miss him so much but now he is at Rainbow Bridge with his sisters Cleo and Sabrina. It makes us happy to know that they are reunited together and that they are now healthy and happy again together. Someday we will all be together again and that puts a smile on our faces. Mommy and Daddy love you and miss you very much.

I will never forget my son, Sebby. You're in my heart forever little one. I love you.

Leigh Amer

Sebastian, I will miss our walks, having a cat that loved to ride in the car...your sleeping on my stomach at night with your paw stretched out to touch my chin. Looking out to see you perched on the fence like my Sentinel. But most of all I think I will miss coming home from work to find you waiting and hiding...even in the shortest grass like I couldn't see you. I will always love you, my wild and Crazy Cat.

Kai Stringer

Sebastian,
My dear sweet best friend, you are never far away from my thoughts. Many thanks for all the love and companionship through all the years. You saw me through thick and thin, through good and bad. And although we are no longer in the same world, I trust that we will be together again one day. You will always be near to my heart.
Love, your best friend,
Brian

Loved and wonderful companion of 14 years.....

Bob & Kathryn Massey

The Best Friend I ever had.... I miss you so!

Tracy

To my beloved Bastian. Even though I showed my humanness sometimes, you always loved me no matter what. Thank you for always loving me. I'll remember you always. Please wait for me at the rainbow bridge dear little man of mine.

Annie

Sebastian was a feral cat who lived in our yard. He turned out to be a she, who had 3 kittens recently. Sebastian was too young and the kittens just drained her. She died leaving the kittens alone. By the time we found them, one was dead, the other died shortly thereafter, and the third - a little fighter - was determined to have a grave prognosis after a trip to the emergency vet, so he was put to sleep. Sebastian, I hope your life is much better now that you are at the Rainbow Bridge with your babies. We did what we could for them, they are all buried in the back yard garden now, and uncle-daddy George has been seen out there frequently sitting on their graves - somehow he knows. He misses you and I know you mama Jezzie does too. Find our other babies over there and stay with them until the time your adopted parents join you. We love you Sebastian and will really miss seeing your beautiful little face peeking in our front window. Lots of kisses and love and please know that even though you were a wild thing we could never touch, we loved you and your sweet babies immensely. Anne Zimmerman & Bob Morgan.

You were an angel sent by God...and you deserve to be remembered as the "Regal...Royal...Pet that you were"...you will forever remain in our hearts...your pawprints remain indented there forever...you touched so many lives with your grace...poise...and loving...unconditional ways...we all love and miss you terribly...Our loving forever family pet...You are your "Daddy's Boy".....love mommy....Jerry and Sandra Barbero

The December month and January month were not the best for my mom. She lost her dog and her cat. Sebastion was found in the middle of the road, after he was hit by a car. My mom and sister were going to the store when the found him. He was only about a year and a half old. I guess god needed Jasper, thunder, sebastion, bumbles, and suzabella more than we did. I just hope he stops taking my babies. There so special and three out of the five are only babies. Why wont he stop taking my babies?

Tiffany

Sebber Dog - You were our friend for so many years.
We hope that you will always know how much we loved you and the strength that you gave us when times were hard. You taught us to love each other more than we ever could have without you.
We love you and miss you so much.
We hope that you are running in green fields and chasing the sheep, happy and healthy the way you deserve to be.
We love you and will always carry you in our hearts.
Thank you for sharing your life with us.
Mom and Dad.

My young friend passed away suddenly this past Friday. He was taken from our family before his time due to a tragic accident. He will be missed. His warm kisses, he knew when a hug or cuddle was needed and didn't ask for anything in return other than a smile and pat. I'm sorry Sebastion please know I am thinking of you and I can hardly wait until we meet again.

Tara Lloyd

You know, it was the strangest thing...last night she just wouldn't eat, didn't want to cuddle, didn't want to play. I went on a special trip to the store for some milk for her to drink. When I woke up this morning she was under the chair, and her body was already almost stiff. By some miracle she was still breathing. I knew just by looking her. I sank to the floor and took her into my arms and she just died. I love you Seeker...

Laura

Seiko, I am sorry I did not post a tribute for you before this, I'm not sure why I didn't. I did post you on the bridge list. I miss you so much. Every day I think about you. I love Dollie, but she isn't you. There won't ever be another boy like you, so smart, so funny, so demanding and affectionate. I remember your four favorite activities: Eating (of course, esp. wet food or human food), sitting in the window, sleeping, and tummy rubs. I am so glad we had the time together when I was finishing my dissertation right before you got sick--in fact, only weeks before you got sick. Remember how I would have to go to you in the window or on the bed every 15 minutes or so because you would demand pets or a tummy rub? Words cannot express how special you were and how much I wish you were here. I miss you almost every night when I go to bed and you're not flopped by my head with your big seal body. I miss you when I come home and you would greet me at the bottom of the stairs with your funny tail up. I hope that we meet again sometime, and the three of us, you, me and Kiko, will be together again.
Love, your mommy.

Seku was the most beautiful Husky I have ever seen. She had a grace about her that earned her the nickname Princess. She had a gentle nature that was unmatched. She was the only dog I ever knew who would smile when she was happy. She never really knew how to bark, so she greeted me with a series of loving "woos" and howls. She loved to play in the snow and afterwards she would curl up on her pillows in front of the fireplace to dry off. Seku started this life very sick with distemper, but she was such a fighter she pulled through it and went on to live a full life. The love, friendship, companionship, and comfort she gave me was immeasurable. She truly was a treasure. She was the heartbeat at my feet. A special dog that will live on in my heart and memories. I love you Seku. You will be forever missed.

Connie

Our sweet little girl was taken by FIP, as was her brother just a few months ago. They're together now, playing and chasing birds on the other side.

Shelley and Josef

I remember when I first came along and you would jump on my head because I was sleeping in your place in the bed. You would give me a look that said, "Okay--who are you and when are you leaving?" Over time, you came to accept me and I came to accept you and we became close friends. That was over five years ago. Over the past month or so, I wondered why you wanted to cling so close to me. At every opportunity, you wanted to be in my lap and cuddle close to me. We shared "ear nuzzies" with one another and would often fall asleep together curled up in the chair. Now I know that this was perhaps your way of saying good-bye to me. I hope you know that even though I may not have always showed it, I always loved you. Even though I was just a "step-daddy" to you, you treated me as I was your flesh and blood. You gave so much of your life to bring us peace, comfort, and unconditional love--as only a cat can do. Now I think about how you are now sitting and purring in the lap of God, remembering you in my every thought and dream, wishing somehow I could move the Earth to bring you back home, but also knowing that someday we will see each other again. Save a place on God's lap for us.

Virgil

In Loving Memory of Seneca
1989 ~ 2001

I got to the gate of Heaven yesterday after we said goodbye.
I began to miss you terribly, because I heard you cry.
Suddenly there was an angel and she asked me to enter Heaven's gate.
I asked her if I could stay for someone who would be late.
I wouldn't make much noise you see, I wouldn't bark or howl.
I'll only wait here patiently and play with my tennis ball.
The angel said I could stay right here and wait for you to come
Because Heaven just wouldn't be Heaven if I went in alone.
So I'll wait here, you take your time, but keep me in your heart.
Because Heaven just wouldn't be Heaven without you to warm my heart.


If It Should Be

If it should be that I grow weak,
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done,
For this last battle cannot be won.

You will be sad, I understand;
Don't let your grief then stay your hand.
For this day more than all the rest,
Your love for me must stand the test.

We've had so many happy years,
What is to come can hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer so,
The time has come, so let me go.

Take me where my needs they'll tend
And please stay with me until the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time that you will see
The kindness that you did for me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.

Please do not grieve, it must be you
Who had this painful thing to do.
We've been so close, we two, these years,
Don't let your heart hold back its tears.

~ Author Unknown ~

Ronald & Michele Harper

Shmoo was my best friend, and more human than any animal I have ever known. I had this beautiful creature in my life for thirteen wonderful years. In the end, she hung on for me. Even though the cancer had started to eat through her, she still meowed at me and came to me for pettin's. I shall forever miss her meow, and her fathomless blue eyes. My house feels empty without her presence. Her housemate Luna and our dogs search for her every night since her demise. Just know wherever you are my sweet pookie, we love you. And we shall think of you every day. Rest in peace.

Rebecca Sartor

He was one of the best dogs in the world and will never be forgotten, we love him.

Chelsey, Conner, Donna, and Bruce Dzinski

We miss you so much! We miss your smile when you frolicked at the beach with us. We miss the serious way you guarded your food bowl from the cat, and chased off an occasional bird you didn't like. We miss how you cleaned up after us (our hairy hoover!). We miss how you would wait to greet us at the door, and always welcomed us with your wiggle bottom and smiles. We even miss how you would steal our underwear and embarrass us when we would find it out in the yard. You were the best traveling dog, and so much fun to take camping. You were the sweetest dog imaginable, with your big brown eyes and your calm and loving personality, and you made friends all over the world - everyone loved you. You were Dannikke's best friend when she was growing up, cuddling with her in the car on all of our trips and playing the princess and the key endlessly. You never minded when Aven gave you a bath and you even enjoyed it when she would spruce you up with pomade or give you a special mohawk hairdo. You let us dress you up and take pictures, but you were always our everyday friend - always faithful, always present, always comforting. We will miss you forever, goofy girl.

Teya, Marten, Dannikke, & Aven

Seta was my life , he was so gentle and kind to me. I am 75 and alone he meant the world to me. I was so lucky to have him, I know I belonged to him.

Bill Richards

The first and so often remembered.

Mary Lou

Seven was our most special cat and we lost her to a heart condition way too soon. We are in deep pain because she was so amazing. She was never without her Daddy when he was home and loved him more than anything. We know she is still sleeping with us each night and laying with us and purring all the time. She snuggled more than any cat we have ever known and showed a love for Ted (her Daddy) like no one before. She couldn't have been loved more. We miss her so much. We love you Seven!! We will never forget you!

Ted and Stacie

To the dearest of friends and companions. My life is so empty now. I don't know how to go on without my dear friend

Joanne Galbreath

Thank you for coming to us that August day in 1990. We were all the lucky ones to have you in our lives, Thank you and all our love then, now and forever.

Cindy Swan

I am so lucky to have been blessed with a creature who, for 16 years, was a companion and friend. He just happened to be in a cat's body. I know his soul lives on. And I am a better man for having known him. Thank you, God, for blessing me with Shadoe. And thank you, Shadoe, for letting me be your companion. I will miss you forever.
Love,
Sean

Shadoe - you are the light of my life. I will always miss you. and love you. You were a special girl.

Pam

Thank you for your beauty, loyalty, friendship, and unconditional love.
You were truly "the best."

Roth Family

Shadow was so special to me.
A little dog with a big heart. I will miss our walks at night.
Goodbye baby.

Jim Bezdan

Shadow was our first greyhound and also a Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog International.
We always knew he was special, but until his death, didn't realize how many other people knew he was special.
We will always miss him and remember his gentle ways.

Diane & Sean Keith

Shadow was very special, he asked for so little but gave me so much love, I never had him when he was a pup, he wandered into my home on a dark night as I was working under the carport I first noticed a Shadow moving behind me and there he was ,lost and abandoned, anyway I kept him ,after all my Shadow picked me to take care of him , he was around 4 when I found him and for 8 more yrs we walked together in love and friendship, then just 2 weeks ago we parted his kidneys were shutting down , I had the vet try to do what they could for him ,but it wasn't enough, I held my boy as they put him to sleep ,it broke my heart , I miss him so much ,he knows I loved him and always will I'm 69 yrs old so I don't think it will be long before we meet by the Rainbow Bridge where Shadow and all my little boys I've lost will happily walk me across that last long bridge where we'll all be well again and never fell sadness again

Jackson R Tyree

Shadow you were such a special kitty.
You changed our minds about what being owned by a cat could be like.
You loved our dogs, hamsters, birds, rabbit and chinchilla as it they were people just like us.
You will be a part of our hearts forever.

Gail, Bruce, Scott, Sandy & Greg Tompkins

You were already 10 when you came into our lives.
Thank you for letting us care for you for the last 7 years.
We're sorry you were sick all these years but hopefully we made life easier for you.
You are so loved & so missed!

Patty Bailey

I realized when I wrote the first tribute that it wasn't enough, so I am rewriting it.
Shadow came to be my "shadow" twelve years ago.
I found him at the pound while picking up a friend whose dog had surgery.
My former dog Laddie had passed at fifteen years, about six months before.
I vowed never to have another, till I saw "The Face".
He was doomed to die, twenty four hours from the time I was there, and I was at the door at 7 AM to take him home.
He brought into my life joy and acceptance.
His behavior was that of a gentleman to the end.
He didn't want to leave me, and he told me with every look of his blessed eyes.
My heart is broken and my eyes have never cried so many days in succession.
Sleep tight my Angel. Mom

We brought you home when you were only 7 weeks old. We had so much fun watching you grow and investigate everything in sight!! I don't think there was anything that you didn't get into and inspect thoroughly!!
The years went by and we had ourselves the best cat in the whole world!! Always there with those curious eyes, a purr that would get louder and louder, and a gentle kiss to show us your love in return.
Unfortunately for us, 6 months ago you had to start insulin for diabetes and between the diabetes and arthritis your poor back legs just became more immobilized each day.
Friday was one of the hardest days in our lifetime for your daddy and mommy!! The time had come that we had to put "OUR LITTLE BOY" to sleep so that he could die with dignity. We had to do it before you started to feel very much pain!!
Shadow, we miss you soooo much and we will always love you!!
We both look forward to the day that we will see you again at the RAINBOW BRIDGE and feel your warmth once again!!
You can now play with Whiskey in those glorious fields until we meet again!!
We will always love you with all our hearts and we want to thank you for being such a wonderful part of our lives!!
You brought us so much pleasure and love over the years!!
Daddy and Mommy love you very much!!
Until we meet again our loving furbaby......
Love Daddy & Mommy
Bob & Nancy

God is lucky to have such a loving soul with Him.

Mark & Rose Hemmelgarn

Shadow was our beautiful, kind boy. He loved all the other pets in our house and took care of them. He would jump in the tub and take a shower with the parrots, just to keep them company. He was my best buddy and I'll miss him forever! See you there, sweetheart!

Julie and Jim

Shadow: Although you were only with us a short time, you were truly a blessing. You are at peace now and in a much better place. Run, play and frolic and remember the thought that we will one day be reunited. We miss you dearly.

Eric, Catherine and Erika Blair

For my dear missed companion. You gave me purpose in life, someone to care for and someone to love with all my heart with nothing held back. You looked at me everyday with caring eyes and the hope that I would just simply look back at you and say "good girl." I Love you so much and will miss you bunches.

Lou Onesto

Shadow was a very strong-willed horse. She also had a really sweet side, she loved to be brushed and fussed over. Shadow is missed by our whole family.

Katie, Zach, Chris and Ralph

Gentle friend, you guarded us and loved us faithfully your whole life. You had such patience Now your pain is gone and you can run and play with Missy and Zebra again. Wait for us at Rainbow Bridge, dear friend.

Myrna and William Streeter

Shadow, I miss you more than I can stand. You have left such an empty space in my life. I wish I could have been a better person for you. I miss you and always will. You were the best dog there ever was.

Diane Burgess

It is time to give,
For I have been giving so much from Shadow.
And now it is time to give in return.
I have a pleasure and sorrow triumph and defeat
Have seen the joys of life with Shadow
and watched the face of death as he looked up at me and died naturally in my arms.
Shadow I keep on going knowing one day we will meet at Rainbow Bridge
Crossing, and be with you once again never to be parted.
Love Mommy
Doreen

Shadow, I just wanted to let you know how special you were to me and that you will always have a special place in my heart.
Ever since you were a puppy, I knew that we had a special bond that would last a life time.
Never in my life have I loved anyone the way that I love you. I would do anything for you..you were always there with a puppy kiss or those beautiful brown eyes-no matter what type of day I was having..how priceless.
I have totally enjoyed my life because of you..thank you for just being you.
The hardest day of my life was the night I had to let you go to rainbow bridge..apart of me left when you did..I will never forget that day as long as I live.
I still think of you all the time and wish that you were back here with us and that you were well again-running and playing in the yard-like you loved to do before you became ill..I would do anything to turn back the clock and have you here..I miss you so much. A big part of my life and heart is missing and I don't think it can ever be replaced.
Although time will heal the hurt and sadness that I am feeling..I will never-ever forget my best friend.
I am so proud that you were apart of my life for 12 years, they were the best of my life.
You have a new master now, who will be just wonderful to you..be a good boy. He will take care of you until I am able to get there. Have fun playing with the other fur babies.
You will forever have a place in my heart-forever and ever.
I love you.
Mommy

She never met a person she didn't love.

Bud & Linda

My beautiful, loving Shadow, gone too soon. I know you're waiting for me. Mommy loves you.

It was one year ago today that you crossed the Rainbow Bridge. You are still a part of me and I miss you everyday. I have had a few new additions to the family. You are my most special cat and no other will ever take your place.

I love you Shadow!

Elizabeth Williams

This was a very special little girl who like to nap on my belly. Her brother Milton stayed with her while she died.
She was so dear to me. She was definitely my fur baby & I miss her so much.

Jean Collier

I love you and I know I will see you again. Three years later and I still think of you.

Matt Groveman

Tiniest star Shadow, we will miss you hard and often! To have known you and loved you for such a short time was truly a blessing. To have lost you so quickly is absolutely heart breaking to the three of us who are left here. You will never be forgotten, and cannot ever be replaced, for never was there a baby who so needed a mommy and who was so sweetly obedient. I will always remember you riding on my shoulder and nuzzling at my neck. PS - Minya apologizes for having hissed at you, and looked for you for hours after you left to go the vet.

Erica and Fallyn

Shadow, you left me too soon. You were my comfort, my solace, my safe haven. You were there for me when no one else was. You went through thick and thin with me. You saved me. Oh, my little boy, what am I going to do without you? Mommy misses you so much. I promise you that I will meet you at that Rainbow Bridge someday. Until then, I hope you and Sheena are together, snuggling like you used to do years ago. Until then, don't forget Justin and I. Love, mom

To My Furr Angel-----I Love You and Miss You so very much!!!

Pat Kramer

Shadow was my first baby. She was there whenever I needed her. Unfortunately she no longer was able to enjoy life everyday and it seemed cruel to keep her here any longer. It was the hardest decision I have ever had to make and I hope that it was the right one for her. She was a beautiful, sweet girl with a gentle and kind soul who touched all those that she met. Shadow will be sorely missed by all who knew her, but no one will miss her more than I.

Carter Lee

You came to me a kitten

a shadow of black and white

your eyes as bright as diamonds

a spirit full of fight


The years just passed so quickly

my eyes refused to see

your gait had slowed, your eyes had dimmed

time was stealing you from me


though each day you grew older

your body frail and weak

I selfishly hoped the next day

would find you mine to keep


I nursed you thru your sickness

Then with heavy heart i knew

that letting you sleep the final sleep

was the kindest THING to do


NO WORDS COULD EVER CONSOLE ME

AS i HELD YOU EVER SO TIGHT

AND WATCHED THE LIGHT PASS FROM YOUR EYES

AS YOUR KITTENS' SOUL TOOK FLIGHT

My hearthound. It has been a month now and I am still grieving for my dear friend. I don't want her to be forgotten, ever.

It was the most difficult thing I had to do when you were put to sleep last night, but your time had come and I wanted you to die with dignity.

I awoke to today and heard your cry for your breakfast and rushed to the kitchen but you were not there. I miss the feel of your cheek against mine. Someday we will be together again. You will be the wind in my hair, the rush of the ocean waves at the beach, the snowflakes as they brush gently against my face. You are now pure energy and light. Are souls will be intertwined forever and ever.

Thank you a thousand times over the unconditional love and tenderness you have given me. Mommie Ellen

Rescued German Shepherd. For the last 5 months of her life, she finally enjoyed being a dog, getting to do "dog things", something of which she didn't get to do during her previous 7 years. This was thanks to the loving heart of my daughter, Jennifer. Bye for now, until they meet again on the Rainbow Bridge.

Kate

I remember the little fuzz ball that fit in my pocket. She was a dedicated and loving dog. I will miss her.

Debra Brady

For 14 years, you were always there for us and we will always love you. We miss you greatly and will keep you in our hearts.

Katherine, Luis, Alex, and Amanda

My beloved Shadow, of all the many, wonderful pets I have had in my life, you were probably the "most special." I can't really say why, but you won my heart the very second I set eyes on you in the kennel at the Humane Society. You were definitely "my Shadow" from the very beginning. You never met a stranger, loved everyone you met and everyone loved you.

You were such a cute puppy and never in my life have I seen a puppy that could shred a piece of typing paper into as many pieces as you could! You were so smart and knew how to wrap me around your paw and get what you wanted. My sweet girl, I loved you so much and still miss you every day of my life. You were taken from me so quickly, but I am so thankful that your illness was short and relatively pain-free. I know that you are in a wonderful place now and have met up with my other wonderful pets and will be waiting at the Bridge for me one day. You were the "light of my life" and I will ALWAYS love and remember you.

Mom

Shadow ran off into the woods with her two sisters and brothers on Friday evening, something they all did everyday. Thirty minutes later, only four dogs returned. Shadow, I wish I knew you are not sad or scared, hungry or hurt. I wish I could have helped you, could help you now. I'm so sad that you are not here. We've all looked for you, we asked the neighbors about you. I hope you are at peace, I hope you have no pain. Please know that we love you, we miss you,

Kristy, Hailey, Rich, Riley

To my dear little girl. I hope you have found peace and comfort wherever you are now. I am sorry our time was so short, yet am happy for every minute of happiness you brought me. I promise to look after your sister with all my love until the time comes when the two of you are reunited. I hope to see you again in the future.

With all my love and your family's love to you,

Jessica, Bobby, Bruce, Marge, Jim, Ashes, Einon, Casey and Aeron

I did what I could to make life best for you.
I'll never forget, if I wanted to,
My Shadow trotting behind.
Day after day, the whole day through,
Wherever my road inclined,
Shadow said, "I'm coming with you!"
And trotted along behind.
You spoke with your eyes.
You read my mind.
You became a part of me.
My Shadow, you'll always be.

Shadow lived to eat and to be with me. He developed cancer of the mouth and arthritis. I miss him so much.

Connie Nagel

Shadow, my gentle companion for the last 11 years passed into the next life yesterday (1/22/03). I know that he is with friends who passed earlier and that he is well now. There is no cancer where he's gone.
He was sweet, innocent yet fierce when he needed to be. He is missed and loved and I am grateful for the time we shared.

Michael Van Eekhout

She was a wonderful and faithful friend until the end, I just want her to be happy

Cindy

I lost my beloved Shadow due to an unexpected illness, I am so very much in grief that it's almost unbearable.

Karin Jacobs

Shadow-Blue started his life out against all odds I don't know when his exact birthdate was because he was abandoned
on Buffalo Creek Gulf Course in Palmetto Florida sometime in 1988,where some of the workers there at the time where using him as gatorbait . My Stepfather who also worked there saw this grabbed Shadow and brought him home. That was in the February of 1989. One month later after his first vet visit he was mine. His vet was amazed he lived through all that because he was only 12.8 lbs at his top weight.
Shadow-Blue who was almost named Buffalo by his grandpa, but I would not allow such a cool dog to be named that as well as the very first dog of my own that was not a family dog. So I named him Shadow for being all black and Blue because I was watching the Blues Brothers on T.V. I had just moved to Florida from New York where they had a no pet allowed in the apartment I lived in. So no matter what when I found a place down here Shadow was staying with me! Thanks to my Mother who put up the $500 non refund Shadow and I were off to our new place. Everywhere I went Shadow went with me for years he was the only friend I had down here. Shadow had many human friends and many girlfriends! He recovered from many things other dogs wouldn't have. He played right up until the last week of his life, no matter how long I live for 16 and half years Shadow-Blue will always be the best gift I ever had!

Lesia M. Johnson

Will I think Of You Shadow?

Only that we are apart,
and the aching joy-pain of our love surrounds me.
Filling the air I breathe.
Only with each blink of my eye which yearns
to reopen to find you here with me.
Only when I daydream and re-dream of our coming together again and meeting
at the Rainbow Bridge Crossing, Is the peace I receive knowing that we will be
together forever.
Love Mom

You were our Shadrach, our black boy and we know you are with Emmy. You will be basking in the sun of our hearts forever.

Howard, Christie and Ripley

Dearest "Shadow" face, we so miss your presence. At every turn, we expect to see you. For 17 years you were always there..running under foot, on our laps while watching tv, on the bed with us, on your little house every morning,(how I missed seeing you there is morning) by the facet, between us and the computer monitor saying, "Notice me, Mom!" or "I'm here Dad, pay attention to me!" At every turn, you were there. If I left a room and was gone for just a little while, soon you would be there too. You were so much of our lives...we so miss all your little daily rituals......it is so empty in this house now. We hear a sound, expecting to see you, saddened when you do not appear. We had to leave the house this morning, just for a little while, but it was even harder to return, because we know you were not there to greet us. I dreaded opening the door. This is our first full day without you. It was so very hard for both of us. Understanding our strong connection, God granted us the most wonderful miracle yesterday just before your passing...and I want you to know, I know it was you talking through that lovely, kind stranger outside the vets office. For a brief moment, your words came through her, and we were able to communicate in a common language. Her hug was yours, too. I know that and have no doubts of it. Thank you, you gave me the strength I needed to do what was best for you. Thank God for this wonderful gift. I love you, too. I know we will meet again on The Rainbow Bridge. Until then, enjoy your new friends, be happy and do not be sad...time will pass quickly and before you know it, we will be together again. :-) Mom & Dad

Our little Shadow girl. You were our rebel kitty and turned out to be such a little cuddly lovebug. You left us so suddenly. You gave us so much love and our arms seem so empty now. We miss you so and you will always hold a very special place in our hearts. We love you so and will see you again someday.

Tribute: In loving memory of my doggie soul mate: Shadow Jo Bobby, my precious baby, I pray you rest in peace and that I see you again when I cross over. You were nothing but a blessing in my life and I will never forget you or your gifts to me. As I told you before you left, you were my "1". I think of you daily and miss you terribly but I am also thankful you no longer hurt. Our bond was so deep and true that it was nothing that will ever be matched with another dog. Thank you, pretty girl, for spending your life with me. I will love you forever.

Sue Marcum

Storm, faithful friend I miss you your stop by the kitchen door is now empty I look for you each time I pass by .

I know you are happy to be free from all the pills and limits of your running and playing , you are now young again and free from the cancer that took your life you were such a healthy boy for 11 years I am so sorry your last year you had to be so sick, my tears can not bring you back I wish they could, but only if you could be healthy I am sure you would not wont to come back to this old world of sickness and pain, your free now and have all the bridge kids as play mates and Fancy and Button met you there.

Remember Storm if you get there before I do don't give up on me I'll meet you when my chores are threw and I don't know how long I'll be but between now and then till I see you again remember I love you . Love Mommy

Julie

Shadow & Spanky King Poms 03/21/1990 to 09/27/2003 owned by Joy King Always there to greet me. Night or day you did not care. Always there to console me. No questions ever asked. You've made me laugh and made me cry, my love for you both will never die. No more pain or suffering, I let you go to see your Mother. Now you romp and play with her, until my voice you will one day hear. It broke my heart to let you go, but to see your lives in pain broke it more. I love you guys and hope to see you on the bridge with all the others that have left before you. In God's hands you are safe and without pain and know I love you so.

To our little wolfdog - you will always live in our hearts and souls. The best birthday present ever. We will never forget. Please forgive us but we did not you to suffer any longer. When the sun shines on you, I hope the warmth you gave us will emit through. We love you and miss you.

Yvonne

On March 17, 1990 my husband brought home a stray dog that had been running around the set of the Young Rider's TV show in Mescal, AZ. He was a Civil War Reinactor and extra and was adopted by this sweet little dog. For over 13 years she was our loving companion animal. We called her Shady and she was always our 'pretty little red headed girl'. She had the instinct to herd but no sheep or cattle so she led our little terrier around by the ear. As my husband said, it was the closest thing she had to a sheep. Shady had beautiful eyes and a very sweet smile. She was our 'Meanie, Biggie, Petit Feet, Fly Dog and miss her so much. She is at the Rainbow Bridge now along with Goldie, Suzy and Thor, no longer in pain and running with the wind blowing through her beautiful hair.

Diane Salsbery

Shae girl has left us, its hard to take, but we will meet again. You were there from the start and never shall we forget you. You will be in our hearts for all time. Farewell sweetpea until our next meeting.

Rest In Peace "Little Puss".

Greg , Diane and Loki

Shag,
You came into our lives and left pawprints on our hearts. We are so thankful for our time together. Our hearts have truly been broken by your death. You will always be our Shag Boy and we will miss you forever!

We love you,
Suzanne & Herbie

Shag,

My friend, goodbye. Thank you for 17 wonderful years of happiness, joy and love. You were a great cat. I wish there could have been more time for us to be together.

Shag, you knew me. Better than anyone. I said if you were tired, you could go and you did. Take a part of me with you, wherever you go. I will hold on for the rest of my life, the memories. Thank you for coming into my life and staying for as long as you did.

When I look to the stars, the planets and the moon, I will know that you are somewhere there. Living. Using the stars as your toys, the moon as your ball, the sun as your basking place, space as your home. I know that you will see me here.

We will see each other again.

My deepest love, Shelley

Shai, mommy misses you more than mere words can describe. My heart was torn from me on August 16, 2002 when you left me here. Life without you is unbearable. I will never recover from your parting. I don't understand why God could let me have you longer than three years, five months, and four days. I can only look forward to being with you again when my final day on earth arrives. Most days I wish it were here. You are the love of my life, my heart, my best friend, my everything. I cannot believe how cold, dark and lonely my life is without you baby Shai. I will remember you all the days of my life, with every breath I take. I look to the stars at night and talk to you. I try to see you sweet, little face. I try to see some sign that you are there...looking at me too. My tears have never ceased...I don't know where they all come from. I have pictures of you everywhere and will always have the one of you in your angel outfit right near my pillow. You were the best Shai. And I can hardly breathe without you...my angel, my baby Shai. Love eternally, mommy.

Shaka,

Have I told you lately that I Love You? Have I told you there's no one else above you? Shaka, you filled my heart with gladness, took away all my sadness, ease my troubles, that's what you did!

Love, Always,
Mom

What a wonderful Valentine's present you were. Such a loyal boy who traveled everywhere with his Military Dad and Mom. From Hawaii to Alaska, you gave us so much love. We will see you at the Rainbow Bridge, Old Friend.
Love, Daddy D and Mom

Our beloved Shakespeare passed away on Sunday and we miss him terribly.
Baby, you were my pride and joy, mommy's boy!
We love you so much.

Brenda Harding

Shakespeare - You came to me on St Patrick's Day and left me on James', my brother, wedding day. Both days were special but are extra special now because you are involved in them. You are my heart and my soul. You adored me and I adored you. We all miss you here. I love you so much. We were together for almost 14 years... years that I will always cherish. I'm so sorry that I wasn't there to hold your hand when you left us. I love you. You will always be my first love and my beloved friend. -- Your mama

Shalimar was the most special thing in the world to me. He was always there for me. I loved him more than words can say and he is so missed it hurts. I hope for him to find me in heaven. This time on earth is going to be unbearable without him. I needed him more than I think he ever needed me, he came to me at a time when I had no friends and he has been with more through friends come and gone, men come and gone, and the fact that I had to put him to sleep is killing me. No body understands how this loss is killing me. I only can say one thing I want him back, and my life will never be the same without him.

My dear sweet Shamoo, you gave me 15 years of affectionate and devoted love, I'll remember you always. Lisa

Shamrock was only a year old and lived with us for only five short days. He was diagnosed with feline leukemia and had to be put to sleep. He was a sweet little boy who never had a chance. Be good, little Shamrock, and be happy and well at the Rainbow Bridge. I'll miss you.

Christine Kirk

My Wild Irish Shamrock

My wild Irish Shamrock,
The dearest Shamrock that grows,
You may search everywhere,
But none can compare,
To my wild Irish Shamrock.
My wild Irish Shamrock,
The sweetest Shamrock that grows,
And someday for my sake,
He may let me take,
The bloom from my wild Irish Shamrock. Mommy sang this song for her loving, precious baby Son Shamrock all the time, cradling him in her loving arms, and I will forever cherish our incredibly loving, joyous, precious and heartfelt moments forever! Your time with us was sadly very short, you touched my life and captured my heart with your incredible beauty, charm and loving nature, fur like spun silk. A stunning, majestic, elegant, innocent and vivacious young child. The twinke of your Mommy's eye, the brightest star.You are my inspiration, my miracle.. My precious Son, you will always mean the world to me. You entered my life and made it beautiful, gave me strength and a love to last a lifetime. My dear little Shamrock, Shammy. My little Irish boy. Your purrrrrrrrs, oh, such a delight, they always made everything alright.
The dearest of the dear, a very special baby was Shamrock, so full of love, compassion, empathy, all of this and more that radiated from his very soul, his emerald green eyes, a truly beautiful creature inside and out. You captured my heart from the very start. God, how I will miss you so very very much.
Your loving brother Sprouty, Mommy and Daddy love you more than life itself. You have made my life beautiful and your love will live within me until I meet you at the Rainbow Bridge.

I know that your dearest loving older brother Kid who sadly left us in May, and whose incredible love we were blessed so with, is holding and loving you now, and you will forever be protected by Kid and in each other's loving embrace continuing all of your miraculous works of love. My dearest sweetest angels, Sons, the greatest gifts of love my life has ever been blessed to have known. May God bless and keep you always.

There's a dear little plant that grows in our Isle,
'Twas Saint Patrick himself sure that set it;
And the sun on his labour with pleasure did smile,
And with dew from his eye often wet it.
It shines thro' the bog thro' the brake, thro' the mireland,
And he call'd it the dear little Shamrock of Ireland.

The dear little Shamrock, the sweet little Shamrock,
The dear little, sweet little Shamrock of Ireland.

That dear little plant still grows in our land,
Fresh and fair as the daughters of Erin,
Whose smiles can bewitch, and whose eyes can command,
In each climate they ever appear in:
For they shine thro' the bog, thro' the brake, and the mireland,
Just like their own dear little Shamrock of Ireland.

Love Forever and Always,
Mommy, Daddy and Sprouty.
xoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

Shana, you only wanted to be loved and we wanted you around to love for more years than we were given with you. This horrible disease took you from us. You will always be loved and missed. The paperboy will not have anyone to bark at him now. Bailey keeps looking for you at the gate. I hope you are in a better place with cheeseburgers everyday and all the toys and love you deserve.

My Shana was a family pet who spent the last 14 years of her life loving all of us. Unfortunately, we all get older and eventually must pass on. My baby will be truly missed by the entire family, but will now be with family gone before us to wait until we are again reunited.

Jennifer Doderer

My Beloved Shandi Girl ~ Good bye my Sweet Brown Eyed Girl, you will always live on in my heart forever. It’s hard not having you here anymore; a piece of me definitely went with you. I lay in your bed at night savoring that sweet scent you left behind. Oh how I just loved to nuzzle my face down in your fur and just breath you in. That sweet smile and bark will be missed deeply. This pain is overwhelming and I feel so lost without you. Who now will go with me Sat. & Sun. mornings to get breakfast, who will cry out for me when I leave to go to work, who will greet me with such enthusiasm when I come home, who will I play Frisbee with or go for walks in the park? You taught me so much about love, about how to be forgiving, to be passionate about the things you love, how to be understanding, and patience…your unconditional, unwavering faithfulness I’ll miss forever. Thank you sweet Shandi for all that you gave me without knowing what you were giving me. May we meet again one day…oh how I look forward to that time in my life, Momma loves you girl! In your loving memory…Shandi Girl ~ May 1, 1990 to October 7, 2003 Thank you so much for giving me the best years of my life little girl!

My Shane was truest friend you could have. I remember the day I adopted him. He was already 4 yrs old. Completely shaved because the last owners didn't take care of his coat. He was my baby though. He woke me up every hour that first night like he was checking to see if I was still there. I was his third family he had been to. I promised him that he would be with me forever. No one was going to take him from me. He was always there for me and I for him. I almost lost him when he was 8 from bloat and he pulled through that. He was such a fighter. I remember him guarding me. He stood over the top of me and growled at my husband when my husband and I were playing around. He thought I was being hurt. Always stood by me. I love him so and always will.

Jennifer Jones

Shane,
Now your pain is gone, but ours is just beginning.
We love you so much, we couldn't bear to see you suffer any longer.
Although you were still a puppy at heart, your body grew old.
Please know how much you are loved. And thank you, for always being glad to see me,
for brightening my days, and for just being you.
You will always be my favorite dog in the whole wide world.
Wait for us at the Bridge, Shaney dog, we will see you soon.

Michele Taylor

To Shanna who died of renal failure on October 16, 2003

Such a happy little dog
One day
so small and sick
breathing labored
vet and drugs
breathing so delicate
small puffs
still - staring
tears

Diana Perkett

This is for our Shannon, our beautiful, sweet, loving Golden Retriever. She was born on 12/01/93 and went to Rainbow Bridge on March 27, 2003. She was diagnosed with Lymphoma in January 2002. Miriam and Jerry Feldman

My dearest Shante, you will always be my angel princess kitty. You and I have always had a special bond, and I know it will continue in spirit, until we meet again. You were my first baby and you will always have a special place in my heart. You taught me a special kind of love, and I will miss you terribly.
Love, kisses and scratches,
Bonnie

Dear shaq its been about 4 months since you left us and I can help but blame myself, I would give anything even my life just to see you one more time, you were everything good to me and still are. You were my dog, my best friend, my brother, my playmate, and the only reason I felt like carrying on some days. words cannot express how much I miss you, how much we all miss you, you are in are minds and hearts at all times and will forever stay there. It is so empty without you here, the love you gave us and the fun times we had will always make me happy when I think about them. even now it kills me to think that you are really gone forever, it felt like you would never die and we never wanted you to either especially in the painful way you had to go. I am so tired of coming home and not having you there to meet me at the fence or by laying down in the living room. Wherever you are I know you have to be happy because no matter what you were always happy so you have to be know. I just want to say that everything that I achieve in life and everything I do, I dedicate it all to you until the day we meet again your spirit is what drives me to push on and live my life, I will love you until the end of time and beyond that, so to end I DEDICATE MY LIFE TO YOU. Mom, Dad, Nikki, and friends and family also really miss you alot it kills us to know we cant see again but one day we will I PROMISE.

Love beau, dad, mom, nikki, and friends.

Beau Delauter

You were a joyful part of our lives. Forever will you remain in our hearts.

Marilyn Camilosa and Family

To our sweet angel that God now has...Thank You for all the loving companionship and memories that you have brought into our lives the past 8 years. You will always be #1 to us and live in our hearts forever. May your sweet soul now rest in peace and be free of the cruel cancer that came and took you from us. Kela, you will never be replaced. We want you to know that you are sadly missed and very much loved. Until we meet again........Our love always and forever.....Daddy, Momma, Lane, Pa-Pa, and Nan

Always our "little puppy" the best snuggler ever!

Bill and Deborah Short

Shasta:

You were my best friend for 16 years. Time can't erase the pain and emptiness I feel. You should see the beautiful portrait I did of you. Tears fell as I worked on it. I still miss you dearly and just recently Winky left us to come be with you. I pray God will allow me to see you and Winky again for that is all that gets me through. I Love you, my dear friend for all time.
Love,
Mommy

Shasta was a beautiful, high-energy terrier mix who loved all life had to offer. Like most terriers, she ruled. Her time on earth was cut short by cancer at the young age of 7, but her spirit will live on. She will be forever remembered and deeply loved by her human companion, Michele, and her canine friend, Oscar.

After Glow

I'd like the memory of me
to be a happy one.
I'd like to leave an after glow
of smiles when life is done.

I'd like to leave an echo
whispering softly down the ways.
Of happy times and laughing times
and bright and sunny days.

I'd like the tears of those who grieve
to dry before the sun.
Of happy memories that I leave
when life is done.

Tamila

My faithful and independent companion for 20 yrs...still missed greatly

Michelle Simone

My precious little man, "Shatzi" -
You passed away almost two years ago and left a hole in my heart that never can be filled. Though the initial blast of pain and the emptiness I experienced for weeks and weeks after you left has subsided somewhat, there is not a day that does by when I don't think about you. I slept, everynight, with your blanket wrapped around me for more than two months after you left ... that helped a little. Joseph talks about you so much and what an impact you made on his life as well. I know that you are in a happy place and WOW, "Maggie" is with you now ... hope you two are behaving. Though "Maggie's" passing last week was so terribly, terribly sad for your family here, Sean, Marlise and me, I take so much comfort in knowing, without a doubt, that it was you who was seeing her (and she seeing you) over the bridge and what joy that would bring to her tiny heart... and yours! Now you HAVE to know that we will also make that journey some day and you can look forward to that ... I do! I knew also that, immediately, "Maamoo" would not be afraid ... she was with her best, best puppy friend. Play well my darlings and "Shatzi", just as sweet "Maggie" joined you, rest assured, someday it will be me coming over the bridge and my eyes will be anxiously searching for you and knowing I will once again hold you in my arms, forever. I love you my precious angel and always will. You have been a sweet blessing in my life. MOMMY xoxox

Shawn died recently of a stroke. Shawn, to me, was the best dog there ever was and ever will be. He was my best friend, my companion, and my dog. I will miss him until the day that I too must leave this world. I don't know how I could ever have another dog and if I ever do he could never replace Shawn, he was such a sweetheart. I love you Shawn and I always will.

Michelle

Goodbye Shawna

I cannot easily put into words how I have felt the past few hours and days and the emotions I've endured. I will be haunted by the question of whether I did the right thing, made the correct choices. It was a sunny, warm but windy February 17th Monday morning when my sweet baby girl was put to sleep. She died in my arms peacefully at 9:30 that morning ending her courageous but short battle with cancer. She smiled and wagged her tail 'till the very end. We were together almost exactly 10 years, with her at my feet always, loving with all her might. She will suffer no more and wait for me at the rainbow gate, where we will meet once again to be reunited forever. My heart aches and I feel so empty, so alone and so afraid. My grieving will be long and severe. I have tried to prepare myself for this day many times in the past, knowing it would be the most difficult, heart wrenching decision of my life. I bonded with and grew to love her like nothing before in my life. She was always there for me loving me unconditionally in return tenfold. She has touched others in my family as much and it has been a sad day for all. She will live in my heart forever. I will miss you so much and will always love you. Goodbye Shawna.

Dean S. Nielsen

Shawn Junior Pak came to me in summer of 1996 from one of my girlfriend. Over the year Shawn health was really on till a week Monday that her back legs were not working right so I got her to see two doctor the first doctor was not able to help not very well. But the other one knew about rabbit those she ran some test and found out that she may have cancer.
This past Monday Me and a good friend of mine Shawn Seargeant brought her to the vet but did not have result in yet. On early Thursday Shawn died I guess in her sleep. I really miss her now and it still really hurt inside.

Jeany Pak Shawn Mom love her very much.

I will miss you my friend...I will miss your happiness as I walk through the door after a long day of waiting...I will miss my shadow following me...I will miss your friendship, the ears you always lended, the kisses when I was down, the leans against my body just to let me know you are always there...I will miss your excitement and enthusiasm for life and your willingness to always please...I will miss our little games we played, hide and seek, dun-daladun-daladun-dun-dun...I will miss grooming you, making sure you had enough treats and giving you hug, kisses and telling you what a good boy you are...There is a void now, an emptiness that encompasses my day...I will learn to fill that void with wonderful memories of our friendship and life together.
I Love You Shay and I Miss You!!!!

Shayker
you were only a baby when you left. 14 months to be exact. I miss you every day and still cry for you. I loved you so much and hope to be with you soon. I still laugh when I remember how you used to nip at your daddy's nose when he would come to give me a goodnight kiss. He loved you too. I planted some of those flowers you used to like to tear up on your grave. It' been a year and I still can't get over the loss. you will always be mom's protector and daddy's little girl. We will be together again soon Shayker and I still have you toys.

I miss you and love you with all my heart.

Vanja Hacquard

Shayna came to me as a 5 week, 5 day old puppy and has been a joy for all 13 years. She was a very ornery dog up until this past August. She battled bladder cancer for almost 16 months and was a trooper in fighting renal failure since September. She was a stubborn yet loving dark colored golden. I loved her with all my heart and she will be sorely missed. Her two golden brothers will miss her energy. Shayna you will always be in my heart!

Rosanne Weiss

To my beloving dog Shazan, who I loved more than anything. I was blessed to have him in my live and his spirit will be with me forever.

Aranzazu Crespo

The passing of our baby girl has been more than we can bear. But the love and joy she gave to us and our family will be with us as along as we live. Thank you Shaze. We miss you.
Love,
Mommy & Daddy

Shea - I still remember the day Ian called to say he found a kitten limping around in his parking lot. He had just moved into his first condo and all I could think of was that the last thing he needed was a kitten to take care of too. We swore we'd take you to the vet and drop you off as a 'good samaritan' case. But we couldn't leave you there, with your little paralyzed paw. So you and Ian made his new condo a home, together. You were such a little terror - jumping on all the counters and tables (you would think with only 3 good legs you'd have been a bit more mellow) but nothing stopped you - and nothing phased you either... loud noises, water guns - you were determined to be queen of the castle. And so you were. I still can't believe you're gone - I woke up this morning and had to stop myself from filling your food dish. 'She still at the vet' I told myself, '2 more days before she'll be home'. But that wasn't true either. You passed away yesterday - never woke up from the anesthesia. Maybe it was a bad reaction to the drugs, maybe whatever paralyzed your paw did more damage than we knew - we'll never really know. But know that we love you and that Mel, Pita, Ian and I miss you terribly. Keep Runt company. We'll never forget you.

Ian Ratzlaff and Louise Caruso

Sheba, my heart is breaking for the want of you. Our little Sweetness, gentle, happy, playful, loyal with an understanding of humans beyond belief. We always called you the little girl from across the street. That house that you lived in was the pits, no love, just left alone outside or chained. We were going offer $100 for you and instead he came one afternoon and said you want a dog and we said yes. He marched across the street, came back with you, a huge chain and a bag of dog food. While we were still working we would come home at night and find my socks or George's slippers in the middle of the living room. You loved the car. Remember one night we thought you had gotten out of the car, but when we couldn't find you went back to the car and there you were sitting in the back seat with paws crossed. People always stopped us to comment how beautiful you were. You were beautiful alright, inside and out. I wonder if I will ever stop crying for you. I doubt it just as I know I will always miss you. I see your sweet face before me and if only just once more I could give you a kiss on the head. My best buddy, my love. Peace to you little one.

Ann McDermott

Sheba, I miss you!

Donnie

My darling Sheba, you were taken from us unexpectedly.
I wish I could have just said goodbye.
We miss you, and will always love you!
You were our big beautiful lady!
I love you!

Janet Kalbfleisch

Sheba, you came to us as an abandoned church kitty 11 and a half years ago. We don't know what your story was before then, but we want to thank you for all the joy you brought into our lives and home! Thanks for all your wonderful purring, waiting for me to come home by sitting in the window, your meows, your lap time and for being our kitty alarm clock! We were glad we could bring you home for your last two weeks---God Bless You now and always!

Kris Dietzen and Fred Schmidt

Sheba--you were my beloved companion for 18-1/2 years. I adopted you when you were only 7-1/2 weeks old, along with your brother, Simba. I loved you dearly, and will love you till the end of time. You were a smart kitty, always loving, not an ounce of unkindness in you. I'll miss your "squeak" meows, how you slept on and in the bed with me, how you loved to be held. I'll miss your queenly quality--you were truly the image of a cat--mysterious, sometimes aloof, but always loving and affectionate. I was privileged to share all these years with you. Rest in peace, beloved friend--we will see each other again, and it will be a time of joy.

Joan L. Redd

Remembering Sheba

This is a tribute to our beloved cat Sheba. After her death in the summer of 2001, I felt compelled to record our memories of her for posterity.

Sheba joined our “family” in October of 1992. We had just moved into our first apartment on Briarcliff Gables near Emory. I saw a sign on a bulletin board at school (Kennesaw State) advertising free kittens. The person giving away the kittens happened to be a professor at the college named Keith Tudor, who lived in my parent’s neighborhood. Sheba was one of a litter of 4 or 5 kittens. She was the only female, the only solid black cat, and the only cat whose eyes weren’t crossed. Her brothers were all white with black patches with crossed eyes. Sheba was also the friskiest of the litter. The mother cat was a Siamese who had been left behind by the Tudor’s neighbors. She mated with a neighborhood tom and gave birth to her kittens in the Tudor’s garage.

Jennifer Johnson

Baby dog we miss you so much! It is not the same without you. We are so lucky to have had you as an important member of our family, and you taught us so much about love and life and ourselves. You will be in our hearts forever. Thank you for letting us love and care for you. We will see you at the Rainbow Bridge when it is our time. We love you, Daddy and Cindy.

Sheba, I can't express with words just how much you are missed. We Love you so much. I miss those big brown eyes of yours looking at us with such love. We miss being greeted at the door with your tail wagging fiercely, having you lay your head in our laps and looking up at us waiting for us to pet your head and talk to you, playing ball with you, taking long walks and later on, short walks and just knowing you were always there. I never realized till now just how much I used to talk to you everyday. I still find myself ready to say something to you and then I realize, you're not there. But you are here, in our hearts and you always will be. You were our best friend. Rest in peace, Sheba and know that you will always be remembered and forever loved. And "Thank You" Sheba, for sharing almost 14 wonderful, unforgettable years with us. We love you, baby girl.

The Morris Family

Sheba was a loyal and loving friend. She will be missed more than words can say.

Tory Gildred

Our sweet and special little Sheba passed away yesterday. We miss her very much. She was our adorable and affectionate companion for many years.

John Karustis

Sheba:

How can I ever put into words how much you mean to me? I can't believe how much I miss you.

I wish I could see you now - I'm sure the sparkle is back in your eyes and the pain you felt is all gone. I'm sure you are running and playing just like the old days.

Have fun now - old girl. Don't forget me. I'll be looking for you at heaven's gates when it's my time to go.

Thank you for 12 years of unconditional love, devotion, loyalty, and fun. You were truly my best friend and you will never be forgotten.

Bonnie

My doggie soulmate...........you will always be in my heart. Now, you are tattooed on my back for everyone to see!

Linda

May you rest in peace Sheba, I will always miss you.

Sheba was my lovey. I could always count on her for love and companionship.
She seemed to know when I needed that little extra hug. She always gave me her kitty hug." I will miss her so much.....Suzie

Sheba was with Suzie when I met her in January, '99... I asked Sheba to "help me with Suzie" and she did....we will have our fourth wedding anniversary in October!
Sheba brought us to our home. She had her morning routine, a wake up call with head butts and soft paws for her drinks from the faucet and breakfast.
She was always waiting to greet us when we came home and she loved Suzie.
They were each other's hearts....Jimbo

You were our first baby and mommy and daddy miss you so much. Daddy misses you following him around the yard. Mommy misses you following her around the house and seeing you lay in your fav spot. Jeana misses you so much, you became such a good friend to her in three years she misses laying with you and talks about you all time.

You were so special in our lives and will love you forever. Love, Mommy Daddy and Jeana

I knew we belonged together the first time I saw you! When I learned you were born on my birthday, our fates were sealed. You saw me through the highest and lowest parts of my life, and am grateful that we had almost 15 years together. Thank you for always being there for me. I get great comfort from the fact that the destiny that brought us together will see us together again...I miss you, Love Puppy!

Michele

Hi--11 29 p.m. SUNDAY,
1. I'll simply say...
And now the end is near, for now I face the final curtain . . .My friend I'll state my case of which I'm certain...
I face an untaught task
of doing my 'fatherly" duty--all the while wearing a mask.
I am straight, meaning I hadn’t been drinking but maybe I should
For tomorrow---I must give my best friend up...
I keep trying to believe I am giving her back to God, Who loaned her to me for these nearly 16 years. Years that seemed so long yet, flew bye too fast as I recount the happy times we all shared with one Sheeba-Lynn Taylor.
I must stop her suffering. I must think of her ahead & instead of myself. My home will be a lot quieter, I may even finally get a full night's sleep...
but I'll still miss my best friend and for this I can't help but weep.
Did I try my best ?
Did give my all that I could have giver her for a better life ?
I've ask myself far too many times. I had the best doctor–Dr. Raspberry --for her. People doctors could only wish they had ½ the compassion Dr. Ron has displayed over all the years we’ve had Sheeba-Lynn. I’ll never forget his telling me that Sheeba is the only choe he ever trusted treating withOUT a muzzle. I’ll never forget how I tried to follow his directions, by limiting her diet & food intake. I think her being placed on a diet finally got to her for she was an Italian food loving dog. <smiles>
I tried to write a song to immortalize her in rhyme. Yet, All I could do was remember the good times..and all I can do is cry.
Is it for ME I cry ?or the fact that my life will be so empty w/o her ?
So tough to type w/ all the tears welling up in my eyes as I recall the good times . . .
As she is just trying to sleep in the living room--she can hardly walk. Yet she AGAIN surprises her daddy by taking a few more painful steps to join him in the den as he write this.
Dedication, Loyalty & Love=Sheeba-Lynn.
Sure, I know she won't suffer any more . . .
Yet, the thoughts of never seeing her again except for all the pics I have taken don't & won't ever come close to hearing her barks of "welcome home Daddy."
Earlier today, before the heavy rains I, and a close friend, dug her final resting place
deep in the backyard.
Her Daddy wanted her close-by and... her Daddy didn't care to spend the $200 to get what might be her ashes. No, he wasn't being cheep--he wanted her final resting place to be what was and is always . . .HER Domain.
I don't have a better closing to share w/ the world except whenever I think of
Dedication,
Unquestioned Loyalty & Love
I'll always think of my second daughter=Sheeba-Lynn.
That's Sheeba-Lynn Taylor
May God accept her and may Diana Lee (my 1st daughter, tho not a furbaby) enjoy her for eternity as we all did for this brief time. May we all meet again.
I am Sheeba-Lynn’s
Daddy Don
Monday 12:14am

Sheeba forever in my heart I Love You forever my sweetie

Laura Schwartzbach

We love and miss you very much. We hope you at peace running through a green meadow.

Troy and Christina

Miss Sheena!
You had so many wondrous adventures in this life. You were loved by so many. 18 years you lived with me. You were my confidant and friend, sister and baby, you were so special to me. The two of us were quite a team, we knew each other so well. I will always remember our routines, the way you loved to drink from the sink, the way you would take treats from my hand, the way you just loved me!
The way you tolerated all the other cat friends, Skybo, Kittycat, Master Po, and then Tony (wony). Tolerating CJ, when she stayed with us. The love you brought to my family sparked a passion for the feline friends to expand. Although thru the years many other pets have joined our family, our faith and loyalty to one another remained strong!
There are so many fond memories that we all will share and I hope someday we will meet again. I hope this life you had with me was the best it could be, I always tried to keep you comfortable and safe from harm. I hope you see CJ and Grama & Grampa soon, Grama just loved you "Shay-nah!" Everlasting love and kisses to you!!!!
Your best friend, Amy~

Sheena was not like a dog but rather like a lovable old school friend, she always did the best she could even to the end. Sleep well my dear old friend. Daddy

Sheena was my best friend. I got her when I was seven years old. We grew up together. She was extremely soft, and so beautiful. She was more beautiful every day. She loved to eat froggy food, and she loved even more to be mean! She was gray and white, and she had this little splash of gray on the side of her nose. I could write a million pages about her. Sheena taught me so much. A day has not gone by that I have not thought about her. I hope she is happy now, and that we meet again someday and cross the Rainbow Bridge together, paw in hand.

Nathania

Sheena,
Now your suffering is over and you are free. I will look for that special star in the sky and you will tell me it will be ok. I miss you so much....

Ginny

It has taken me a long time to enter a tribute for Sheena. I guess I had to be in the right space to do so and the recent loss of a friend's dog brought me here. I often called her Sheena Marie Moreau. I don't know why but it fit and I would even sing a song about it. I gave her so many nicknames and she answered to all of them. She was house broken in 2 days, She was bright, friendly, a real looker and everyone in our neighborhood adored her. She would sometimes be found on my neighbors stairs, waiting for cheese slices or macaroni. What a little cutie! There is so much to say about a dog who brings such unconditional love for 17yrs. She was with me when both my parents and sister passed away and she shared my tears, joys and inner most secrets. I felt I owed her so much and I guess that is why I tried to keep her alive in her physical life here during her last few days, by giving her fluids every four hours. Then I realized it wasn't fair to her spirit-to the soul she shared with me that now needed to be free. I carried her in my arms as I walked her around the block for the last time. I spoke to her all the way to the vet's office and when it was time she looked at me and I knew she would be okay. I can't explain the peacefulness of it all. I knew her spirit was/is soaring. It didn't stop me from crying then or now but my tears are based on 17yrs of love, a love that will always be here, now and 17 yrs from now. A love she has taught me to share with both 2 and 4 legged friends. God Bless You Sheenie Weenie, Sheena Marie, Mariposa and of course SHEENA. I love you!

Lori

Sheena came into my life when she was 3 months old. She had a heart defect. I took her to North Carolina Vet School, where they preformed open heart surgery on her & she lived a normal life until old age set in after 14 years. She was my best friend, we traveled the eastern part of the US.
People called her the traveling dog. She was my lap puppy at home, on the road & at work. She was happy as long as she could lay in my lap & sleep beside me in bed. We stayed in many a motels early in her life & ate along the mountain tops or sandy beaches. She loved to play fetch & tug of war, but she also liked her baths, grooms & painted toe nails. She was always a loyal companion with so much love to give, & taught me the meaning of unconditional love.
Sheena was the greatest, she was my baby girl & I have a big hole in my heart now that she is gone, and I will never ever forget her & will miss her always. Her picture sits upon my computer table, along side my bed, on my mantle & 6 photo albums full. She's buried outside my living room window, with a full size grave marker, so when I'm gone to meet her, her grave will not go unnoticed. I thank God almost everyday for giving me those 14 years with her. Moma loves you baby girl & always will.
Cathy Tharrington

To my best friend. I miss your sweet face and presence in our home. I will always love you.

My best friend has left and my heart and home are so empty. I devoted my life to her as she did me.
She was my little girl and always will be!!!

Amy Brown

The dog who wouldn't swim until Mama got in the stinky bayou to get her toy. The dog who let Daddy dress her in funny things and take her picture.
The one who wasn't afraid of wheelchairs and ended up needing one herself.
The one who helped foster children heal.
The one who trained all the other dogs about good manners.
The one who had "shoe puppies" and stole the puppy of a foster-mom dog while she went out to the bathroom.
The one stole our hearts.
She went to Texas, Bonnie and Clyde Trade Days, Old Washington, Arkansas, moved every time we did, she jumped off cliffs along the river, and was always the lady.
She would lay down and bark just for fun.
You could throw out 4 or 5 balls and she would watch each one land and then go get each one of them.
She tried to retrieve the clay pigeons.
She liked to chase the water hose water.
She thought that Paul hung the moon and the stars.
She gave us more than we ever gave her.

Paul and Dianne White

Many loved her she was kind and gentle.

Reynolds Family

Shelby Deal, a loving shepard mix departed on July 13th, 2003 after discovering a large tumor on her left kidney. She was 12 years old. Shelby was found on the streets in Ft. Worth, Texas in 1996. She has three sisters, Cecile, Maggie, and Shadow. Shelby was a gentle and loving dog, who has a special way with children. She was very protective of those she loved. She enjoyed playing with stuffed animals, going on walks, and barking at squirrels. She will be greatly missed.

Sarah Deal

Shelby, you were the best, so loving, so pure; you were always there and always comforting. We miss you terribly, and can only accept our parting by knowing that you are at peace, and to realize that you knew that we loved you every bit as much as you loved us. Your family

Shelby lost her long battle with seizures, pancreatitis and other problems at about 10:30 pm on 05/07/2003. She was born in 06/99, so she wasn't even four yet. We don't know the exact cause of her death. She was euthanized about 10:30 pm, but she would not have survived the night. She was my sister's dog, but my sister lived close to us when she got her & then my sister and her family moved next door to us, so Shelby was here a LOT from the time she was a tiny puppy, so it was like she was our dog, too. Her best & most beloved friend & companion was her "Uncle" Ajax, our 70 lb., 9 yr old 1/2 Border Collie/1/2 Husky-Shepherd mix.
Shelby was golden brown with white chest, dark brown eyes and prick ears. We think she had Greyhound, Shepherd & hound or beagle in her or maybe a little collie.
She loved playing with sticks & going in water.
Another beloved companion was my sister's boy cat Marcus, a lavender & silver classic tabby Maine coon mix. Marcus was born in 04/00 to my sister's mother cat & Shelby was crazy about him. He died in 11/02 from feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. He was euthanized, but he was dying when it was done. I know he was waiting for Shelby on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge.
Thank you.
Linda Koenig

Shelby,
Today, Sam and I lost our best friend. I'm so sorry. I already miss holding you in my arms and looking into your big brown eyes. I haven't stopped crying since you left me resting in my arms. I will forever miss you and forever remember you. Goodbye my dear, innocent Shelby.

Dave Edwards

A Funeral For a Friend (read at the scattering of ashes ceremony)

Shelby,

We first saw you in the summer of 1989 at your home in Hayfield. Of all the puppies in the kennel on that warm summer day you played most and worked the hardest to be noticed. You were an instant hit with the entire family. You joined our family in August of '89 and instantly won our hearts. You were our faithful friend for 13 ½ years. Although you were a Shih Tzu you took on the traits of us human family members.

You were there for us when we were sick or down and you rejoiced with us when we were happy. Through the years you taught us many things that we will never forget. You taught us true loyalty and trust and love and companionship. And you surely taught us how to tear into a Christmas present.

You were true to your breed. In the Chinese language Shih tzu means Lion and you were truly regal. Shih tzus are known to be a fun loving breed who will play tirelessly but also can chill out with the best of them.

Today we are gathered here on Shelby's hill to say goodbye to our dear friend. It is nothing that we want to do but something that we must. You left us so quickly we never felt as though we had the proper time to say goodbye. We all wanted one more day, one more hug, or one more laugh, but it just wasn't to be. Although you are gone physically from us now no one can take away the memories, the joy, and the love that filled our hearts because of you. We gave you 13 ½ good years and you repaid us ten fold.

It is with great sadness that we have to say goodbye but your spirit will live on with each of us forever as our faithful companion. The Shelby stories will be told in our household long beyond this day and I can guarantee that you will never be forgotten.

If there is a God, and I know there is one, and if there is a heaven, and I know there is one. I know that you are frolicking in the sunshine now, with all the vigor and health of your youth. So play on Shelby and enjoy yourself. Someday we all hope to see you again.

C. J. Alfonso

The best Boston and little sister ever. I miss the hugs and the love and the snores at night. The welcome homes and the walks at night. Most of all I miss the big Boston smile from the little Boston girl.

Shelby was the best dog I could ever have. She has been with us for so many years. She was with us through our wedding, our numerous moves, the birth of our children, and finally our now home where she was able to roam in a big yard and woods and be a true german shepherd. Our family is in great shock and sadness right now, Shelby will truly be missed. Our thoughts of Shelby brighten our day when we feel sad, and her memory will carry on forever. She will be with us eternally. I love you Shelby.

Tracy Forget

My little girl Shelcy was the sweetest, most special dog I could ask for. I was so blessed to have her in my life. It is a great comfort to know that everyone who met Shelcy loved her so much and that my loss is shared. She touched so many with her gentle demeanor and loving personality. I love Shelcy with all my heart, I wish I could have done more for her but she rests in peace now.

Kristi Truscott

My darling Shelly who gave me the best 13 yrs of my life. I love you so much and miss you even more. I remember all your special ways and the bond we had.
I'm sorry they operated on you, I was hoping they could fix you up and make you better, please understand, I didn't want to lose you. I have had nice dreams about you and I hope they are messages to say you are happy and you still feel my love. Tiffy misses you too. All my love, Mum

You were our beautiful little Shemmy girl who gave so much to our lives, yet expected so little. Your bright eyes were the light of our home, and your soft meows brought us so many smiles. Thank you for all you gave to us. I am so sorry you had to go so soon little one. May you feel safe and warm in Heaven. You'll be in our hearts forever.
Love,
Mom, Dad, and Shady

Rest in peace, little girl, I'll see you again someday. I love you!

R. McGehee

In loving memory of my best friend.

Dear Shep:
You would have given your life for me.
I wish I was there holding you when you died, but know my dear friend that if I would have known that you were finally going to pass on Friday that I would have moved heaven and earth to be with you.
You were the canine love of my life and have inspired me to be a better person.
Thank you. I love you.
Your forever friend,
Kim ("mom")

Shep was my best friend and the one true love of my life. I still love him more than anything or anyone in the world. We shared a lot of hard times and a lot of great times. Unfortunately, there just was not enough time. I miss him more than I can say, but he will always live on inside my heart.

Donald J. Hennig

A feisty feline full of spunk, you lived a good life, was never sick, lived a long and happy life. Was a smart and clever kitty.

Carol Richane

To Sherman who meant the world to me. I will never forget you. You will always be in my thoughts. I miss you, but you will always be a part of me.

Love, Mommy

Sherman was a very special little dog. He was my pal, my bed snuggler, my confidante. He started having seizures early in 2001 and his vet did not think it necessary to start him on medication at that time. It was a seizure that ultimately killed him (I was sleeping at the time). I feel guilty still today because I feel like I should have done more but, as with all pets, I'm sure Sherman forgives me. I love ya, Buddy.

Linda Kingston

Our big soft 'big son'. Wonderful Shermie who we loved so much. Such a big soft boy who loved his cuddles, headbutted us for attention, and loved his Dad the best of all. We miss you big boy, its not the same without you. Our house feels empty without your presence. We will always love you and think of you constantly.

Love always from Daddy, Mummy and Lauren xxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Missing you Sherry. You will always have a special place in our hearts. Till we meet again.
Love from Mummy, Pepper, Sheba & Vicki. xxxx

Sherry, you have been my very best friend for 18 years. I love you more than anything in the world. I know you are no longer suffering and now you can be with your brother, Jesse James. It's only good-bye for now, not good-bye forever. I love you Fluff.

Karen and David

Our beloved mare, Sherry, passed away Saturday, March 15, of natural causes in her favorite pasture at home. In her heyday, she won many a blue ribbon for a smiling child! She had a good life, and a luxurious retirement. Our tears of grief are tempered by the knowledge that she is grazing at pasture and flying on gossamer wings in horse heaven.

I am lighting a candle for my friend who laid her companion, Shilo, to rest in hopes that the light will reach her heart.

Lori

Shilo, My precious, precious guide and companion and friend. Tomorrow you will have been gone for a year and Mommy misses you so much. I won't be sad for long I promise, cause I want you to be happy and play with Max and Shula and Smudge and Rascal if he's there! I love you with all my heart. You loved me more than anyone. I miss your loving ways You're right, Kodi's taking good care of all of us, and were taking good care of her too.
I'll see you one day Sweetheart. Have fun in heaven
Love Mommy, Tommy, Kodi, Baby, Daisy and Jake the new cat xoxo

Rescued and adopted when he was about two years of age, he never left my side. The biggest, gentlest dog there ever was. We had the time of our lives together.

Lanie Walters

Its been 2months and5 days since you went away. Mommy misses you so much. Can't wait until we are together again. I love you my sweet little boy. Love mommy

The light of my life has gone out.
Died in my arms at 3am, I know you are at peace and without pain, and I'm so sorry I couldn't give you that peace sooner, and you had to take it for yourself before I could help.
Every day without you is still empty, even tho we have another dog and we now have a baby girl too.
I keep thinking how she would have loved you and you would have loved her, because I remember how much you loved children, and used to cry if I made you come away from them without being able to get your cuddles.

Toddy Eardley

It's been almost two years since Shinobus passing. I still cry and miss him terribly. No other kitty can ever take the place of my beloved Shinobu.

Leslie Murphy

With heavy heart;and tear in our eyes after all these years; we had to say goodbye to I beloved Shinook. You will be miss by your 2 brothers Trapper&Maximillion

Love Mom & Dad PS Take care of your sister Kelly & say hi for us, you with her now.

Bye Baby

Shiny, you were in our home only for about 3 weeks to be rescued and find a new home. In that short while, you found many people that loved you, and you even had a boy waiting for you to get healthy. I guess you already fulfilled on your mission in this short time - to have love present.
You will have to meet a lot of people when we join you because you are loved by so many.
We will never forget you.

Birgit Miranda

Shippa was a stray picked up off the streets last winter. She bonded to me, and it feels very empty without her. What killed her is not known, but I believe it was a scorpion bite.

Shirley was a great friend to our family. She was bought at a farm and brought home along with her sister before Amanda was born. When the kids were born she would hang around them, unlike her sister Laverne. We would feed her a lot cause she was the second to runt. She became big like our cat Lucky. Her and Laverne had separate ideas of love. Laverne loved me (Deb) and Shirley loved everyone. When the kids got older we brought home a rabbit, then a second. Shirley was quite interested. When we had Abby, and had to move to a new home. but before we moved, one of their rabbits died and the kids were sad. Shirley helped them through it. Then we moved to our new house. Shortly after, we found a cat (Lucky) outside a grocery store and brought her home to stat. Then Amanda went sledding up at the high school and found another cat (Andy) and we decided to keep him too! A few years later on July 4th of 2002, Laverne (Shirley's sister) ran away. We had no Idea she was gone because she got out of our house when we were leaving for my sisters house. We got home and could not find her. We were up till 2:00am for the rest of the week, looking for her. We looked for a year and then gave up. Shortly after Laverne ran away, our other rabbit died and once again the kids were sad. Shirley started to become weaker after Laverne ran away. She stopped eating several times but she would always become better. She was a strong soul. She kept getting weaker and weaker. She started peeing around the house so we had to lock her up in a bathroom with a litter box for a while. She soon recovered. This summer, our son Adam went over seas with the people to people student ambassador program and was petrified that Shirley might die while he was gone. She did not die and he was happy to see her when he came back home after 3 weeks. Shirley was getting worse though. a month ago she started peeing everywhere again so we locked her up again. We soon thought about putting her to sleep but everytime we were going to, she became better. last week she started to become sick, she soon wouldn't eat, and became sick. On Thursday night she was acting funny and we knew it was time. Friday morning we were all tears. The kids came back from school and Adam came with us to the vet to say goodbye. I held her the entire way there. She knew something was up. We arrived at the vet and went in the room. It was horrible. We were all crying and were sad. We said goodbye. Adam said I love you and gave her a kiss. Adam and I went out to the car. We could not stay in there. It was to sad. Doug came out with Shirley and it was over. She was lost, gone. The ride home was all tears. it was hard to think of our new life without her. We buried her in our backyard right away. We let our youngest watch, she said Shirley was her cat and she was said. We put some grass in the hole with her. She would always eat the grass. We covered up the hole. She was wrapped in a towel to stay warm and was in a box, laying the way she did in our living room. We put brick over the dirt when we were finished to keep animals from digging there. Today Adam made a cross for her and put it there. Were all better now but still sad. Shirley was a great part of our life. These past few days our the first days without Shirley in our kids lives. We would like everyone to mourn for this courageous soul and would like to mourn for yours. She was as if a part of the family for 18 years. She preceded her sister in death 1 year, 3 months and 20 days. We miss you Shirley and we will see you again. Love Deb, Doug, Amanda 17, Adam 14, and Abby 6!!!

Shiva was a beautiful, gentle spirit who loved freely and was loved very much by all who knew her.
We had her since she was five weeks old and are so glad that she filled our hearts and home.
She will be remembered and loved always.

Linda and Terry

This is a tribute to an animal whose spirit and will to live was truly amazing. Shiva Lowe lived well beyond anyone's expectations, including the vets at the Vet Specialty Hospital in Cary, North Carolina. She was born with hemolitic autoimmune anemia and was put on various red blood cell "boosters" including prednisone and lukeran during the second year of her life. She was not expected to live on these medications for more than a few years, but lasted over six on them. Earlier this summer, her condition worsened as she developed a blood clot and had a hematocrit level of 5. Expected to never walk again, nor even recover from such a low hematocrit, our baby fooled the experts once more and walked and gave us several more wonderful months of her life to share with us. She finally died at home last Saturday, laying between my husband and I on our couch. We think she had an aneurism and her suffering was not long. We buried her in our back yard, where our dog, Peaches, and my husband's earlier cat, Isis, also are buried. While Shiva is no longer physically alive, I think her spirit lives on nonetheless.

Constance & Jay Lowe

Shoji - you left your pawprints all over our hearts - you are missed terribly by your entire family.

Please join us in saying goodbye to our great, loyal, fun-loving friend.

Jan and Scott Shafer

He loved to shred & go crazy.

Debbie Fox

Dearly missed and ALWAYS in our hearts :)

Asa and Vicki

One of the most gentle dogs I ever knew. She so loved children, most would not understand. Kids would come to visit, and if they went into the house (she was an outdoor dog) she would cry and cry until they came out to play.
I have many times heard the phrase "she (he) won't bite" and later found out that wasn't the case. Well, Shorty proved them wrong.
She could hardly bite a flea.

We miss you ShortyPup! We will always love you!

Mom, Dad, & Steve

Shorty was not with us for long.
He spent most of his life looking after Jimmy and being his companion.
Jimmy passed in May 2002.
His son Tom had lived with Jimmy for 14 years and Shorty transferred his devotion to Tom.

Tom passed in November 2002 and his widow Joan left Shorty with us.
Shorty was "mopey" for about a month, but his newest companions Schenley and Shadow (our Cockers) brought him out of it, and soon "the old man" was playing tag, barking at the squirrels, and washing the cats.

His last day started out like most for the last six months - Schenley and Shadow raced outdoors, while Shorty had to be coaxed.
Once outside, he visited with Mike next door, scolded back at the squirrels, and laid in the sun.
We came home from work, and he was laying where the sun had been about noon and Shadow was trying to get him up.

He will be missed.

Roy and BJ (Surragates For Jimmy And Tom)

Dear Shorty:
If I knew it would be the last time that I would see you run and play; I would have stayed in the yard a little longer.
If I knew it would be the last time I would see you looking up at me and begging to be held; I would have held you a little longer.
If I knew it would be the last time I would snuggle with you at night, I would have snuggled a little tighter.
If I knew it was going to be the last time I would share your day, I would have spent more of my day with you.
If I knew it was the last time I would say I love you, I would have hugged and kissed you longer, so that you had no doubt of Mom's love.
Sleep well my little boy and remember, Mom & Dad will see you, when we cross the Rainbow Bridge.

Love,
Mom & Dad

In Loving Memory of My Beloved Shotzie

11/21/90-12/5/03

Run Faithful Companion Run, through the lush green fields

Run Faithful Companion Run, through the snow cold and white

Run Faithful Companion Run, chasing rabbits hot on their heels

Run Faithful Companion Run, you’ll never be far from my sight

Run Faithful Companion Run, God has opened up the door

Run Faithful Companion Run, your soul is now free

Run Faithful Companion Run, where the pain is no more

Run Faithful Companion Run, but glance back and look for me

Run Faithful Companion Run, where everything is bright and clear

Run Faithful Companion Run, God has opened the door

Run Faithful Companion Run, you no longer have anything to fear

Run Faithful Companion Run, run free forever more.

Rest in Peace

Eric Potts

You were our beautiful little Shotzie girl who gave so much to our lives, yet expected so little. You were the light of our home, and you brought us so many smiles. Thank you for all you gave to us. We all loved you so very much. May you feel safe and warm in Heaven. You'll be in our hearts forever.
Love,
Mommie "Sandy", Daddie "Roy", Crystal & Aaron

Shresha came to us 18 years ago just after we married. And she had been one of our family. We have 2 sons and she was our daughter. Her memory will be in our minds for ever. May she fine peace.

Anoma Kulathunga

After all these years you are missed and thought of with
love everyday.

Tracy and Phyllis Allman

To Shy. You were a loving and sweet cat. My friend until the end. I will always love you.

Dorothea Herron

For all the Love, Loyalty, and the Print you left on my heart. I only pray that the love I gave you was enough, because you gave me so much more.

I fell for you the first time I saw you. When you came home to live with us, you completed our family. Now that you're gone from our lives, the house is empty.

Yes, you were our family pet, but you and I shared a special bond. Nobody has felt the pain of your passing more than I. It was times like this one when you were the only one who would be there to listen; no talking, no judgment, only that spot between your ears where your fur was soft and your love.

I know that I could have, and should have, been a better friend and caretaker. I did what I could, girl, and I hope you saw that.

In the end, when I sent you one your way, it broke my heart totally; I made a decision that I know you would not have made yourself, so strong was your loyalty. I pray you saw that I loved you enough to send you to the place where you felt no pain and had your dignity. Had there been a way, I would have done something, anything, to help you.

My teacher, my mentor, my partner, my confidant, my "four-legged shadow," my friend, my Shyla-girl.

I miss you, girl.

I love you.

John Hinkle

To Mama's Little Love, Manny, I will miss you so Much. Your time here was so short lived but you enjoyed every minute of your life. I will miss so many things about you. You were my sweet special little calico that I always wanted...with much sadness and many tears I say goodbye to my little friend.

Sleep well, my gentle sweet Si. You have been a gift from Heaven, and one day I will see your beautiful face, again. Thank you for being a precious part of our lives for all these years. You stay in my heart, my shy little question mark kitty.

Katharine

Teardrops softly fall
When the heart can't hold them all
As the passing of a loved one takes it's toll
though now we feel an aching in our soul
May time ease our pain and make our heart smile again

To my wonderful Sid, we had you for too short a time, but you brought such incredible joy to us.
We love you and will see you at the Rainbow Bridge.

Dawn Lawson

To Sidheni, our wonderful, loving friend. If you had not been rescued you would have died that night. Instead, you gave us 19 joyful years with you. Your mom, your brother, and your sister Silma miss you a lot. We'll always love you Papino! Be happy with Sidhe and Pompi, and tell them we love them always. Enjoy all the Kookamunga you want, and wait for us; we'll all be together soon. We love you always Sidheni!
Annie and Carlos

Sidney was the bestest ferret boy there ever was. He loved raisins, bananas and ice cream. He brought us so much joy and we were blessed to have him. We have so many wonderful memories. We will never forget you, Mr. Sidney.

Sarah and Beverly Nothelfer

You will be extremely missed...the house will never be the same, but we know you are now in a better place

We will always love you!!!

Stephani

Darling Sidney, it is almost one year since you left us and we all miss you so much. Your brother Jordan is growing up to be a wonderful cat, you would be so proud of him. He is teaching Jeremy, our new kitten, to be a good and careful kitty just like you taught Jordan to be. I will love you forever and wait for the day we will be together again at Rainbow's Bridge. Thank you Sidney, for being the best cat a human could ever love.

Gabrielle and John

Dear Sid Vicious,

Your Mommies miss you. We hope that you have found your sisters, Pearl and Cookie and are happy and pain free. You were such a sweet, loveable boy and we will never forget you. May you rest in peace until we meet again.
Love,
Jaynie

Sidney, you were with me through it all-never leaving my side. Even in the end, you hung on to spend one more moment loving me. I love you. I always will. I am blessed to have earned such devotion.

M. Ann Gardella

Sidney was a very happy dog. He was basically like a brother. He has been there through good and bad times, and is the best friend and companion that a person could ever have. He loved to play and also was a major cuddler. He loved going for rides, swimming and most of all McDonald's hamburgers. When baby Morgan was born he was slightly jealous because he had to share the attention with her. He took it upon himself to steal her toys and blankets, I think to let her know who the head dog was in the house. The day we got him was one of the prime happy moments of my life and the day he departed felt like someone ripped my heart out. Sidney was 10 years old when he left us. The night after he died he left us a message reassuring us know he's still with us. He took Morgans bib out of the bathroom and put it under the table where he usually laid after swiping something from someone. He will never be forgotten. We all miss you and Love you Sidney!!

Sidney Marie
You were the best companion anyone could have. We were very lucky to have you in our lives. Ten years was simply not enough time. There will always be a piece of our hearts missing now that you are gone. We love more then words can say. Mom, Dad, and Damian

To our beautiful Sidney, you were the most compassionate, sensitive, and gorgeous kitty. We loved you with all our hearts. You will live in our souls forever. I pray that you are once again with your brother Mickey waiting for us. Please know that we are always thinking of you with warmth and love for all the joy you brought us.

Love,
Mummy and Daddy

We miss you Papo! Play with Pompi, and tell her we love her. We'll see you soon "Gato Perfecto!" We love you always Sidhe! Carlos and Annie

Forever faithful, forever loved.

Sienna came into my life as an abandoned hunter. She had broken ribs and a punctured lung which required vet treatment. She was in pain. Despite this, she pulled through and became a healthy, bouncy ferret who loved to play with her friend Azalea. She was happy for five weeks...digging, exploring, sharing ice cream with me, but one day I found her flat on her side in the cage. We took her to the vet but it was too late. Sienna died. The vet said it was Lymphatic Cancer. Azalea and I will never forget her. I will one day start a ferret rescue. it will be called The Sienna Halfway House.

Ennui Coney-Catcher

I miss you so much! There will never be another dog like you. I have another dog now, but you can never be replaced in my heart. The love I have for you is so great. If I could have taken your pain I would have. I just hope that the joy I gave you was matched by the joy you brought to me and others. Be at peace now and free from pain.

Adele

My beautiful birthday gift. You were precious to me because of who you were and because of who gave you to me. Such a proud, strong, protective, and loyal dog I have never known. Why did you break out that night? I will never know, but I miss you.

Sierra was loved by Al and Carla as well as the family of foster kids. She will be missed.

You were my family when I had none
You were my best friend
I miss you greeting me with your smile and your crab walk

In my eyes you never aged
You were always young and healthy
Now you are gone and my heart went with you

Dave

SIERRA, my beautiful baby girl boo. You were my best friend, and I miss you with all my heart. I love you so much You will always live in my heart. Thank-you for being in my life. Love forever Mommy

Jori Warren

You taught me what a true friend really is and how important unconditional love is in this world. You knew my feelings before I could even express them and you always were there for me, for happy times and sad!! You will be so greatly missed, Girly, but you will live on in my heart and my soul forever! I know with you being as loyal as you are that you will know when I'll be arriving at your new home above and will be waiting patiently for me. I love you, Girly Whirl....thank you for sharing your life with me!!!

Toni Seed

My mother died 1/14/98 but on that day a very special thing happened. My cousins husband had a friend in Florida who bred cocker spaniels. five weeks later I received my Sierra. From the very first moment I held her we were inseparable. She followed me every where I went. she always met me at the door when I came home wagging here tail and always waiting to tell her that I loved her and she was a good girl before she would go out to play. Sierra was a black-tan-white (party mix) and she was the most beautiful dog around. She loved to go swimming in the sound and the ocean. She ate pizza, got bones from the butcher james, and basically was spoiled rotten.
on 11/22/03 at about 9:30 a.m. she was outside playing in the trailer park like she always did when I heard her and knew immediately that I lost her.
Sierra, baby, I miss you so much I don't know how I will cope without you. You were the light of my life and this is honestly the worst thing that coulda happened to me. you taught me compassion and selflessness. I will miss you so much Sierra and I want you to go play at rainbow ridge and wait for me--I will come and be with you before you know it baby.......love you always, your mommy
good bye

This little girl was the love of our lives and we are so lost without her. Our hearts and home are so lonely. We miss you so much sweetheart and love you.

Brenda and Arleigh Kincaid

May she rest in peace and run happily always.

Marsha Sunderland

Today I lost my friend.

Someone who loved me without questioning, someone who that trusted me completely. I wish I knew how it felt to love like he did. We laughed and played together for only nine years of our lives and I will always remember this. From hiking in the woods to taking road trips, he was always happy. Why is it that he never showed his pain, even until the end as he went in a quiet peace. My prince and my friend, he will hold a place in my heart forever. I know his soul lives on in the heavens and I am thankful that he is no longer suffering. Goodbye, dear sweet Sig. Someday I will see you again.

Jim and Nancy Barbera

I miss you so much, Silas.
You were my best friend and no one can fill the void

Mimi Pollow

I want to scale the utmost height And catch a gleam of glory bright; But still I'll pray till heav'n I've found, "Lord plant my feet on higher ground."

Bonnie Ramba

Silas was one of nine puppies that we found at the dump when they were just 8 weeks old.
He was very timid and shy, we adopted his sister and him and found homes for the other seven siblings.
He was very special and was somebodys loss but definitely our gain!

Bonnie

SIlk-Silk,

You are made of pure love & sweetness. I miss you so much. Thank you for being in my life. I will always hold you close to my soul.

Love you and will never forget you.

Forever in my heart,

BB

You helped Mommy and Daddy deal with a very tough year little girl. We lost Brett in Iraq, you were there. We lost Grandpa, you were there. Daddy lost his job, you were there. Mommy got very ill, you were there. Now you are gone. The happy jingle of your tags has been suddenly silenced in our house. Daddy will miss your over-the-top greetings at the door when he came home from his new job. Mommy will miss your companionship and the early morning awakenings to go into the backyard to do your thing. Our child has gone to heaven....please let it be so...

The breeder's originally named him Shadow but we changed his name to "Silver" once we brought him home. As we got to know him it was evident that his name should have remained Shadow since he always loved to follow right behind. He had very droopy ears, baby blue eyes & was clumsy as "heck" since his paws were so much larger than the rest of his slinky body. He was the cutest dog I had ever seen inside & out!!! Unfortunately, Silver experienced a tragic death due to the neighbors overfeeding him on cat food (good intensions gone bad). Oh how we miss him so much & how we feel time has cut us short of being able to have spent time with him & teach the things we yearned to teach him. I hope he enjoyed the time spent with us as much as we enjoyed the time spent him. Silver WE LOVE YOU!!!!

The Lally's

You showed up one cold rainy day on our back deck and you took our hearts. When you left me you took apart of it with you. We miss you so bad and will never forget the joy you brought to us. You can never be replaced!

Eddie

I miss you so much Simmy.
Its been over a year and I still can't get over your loss.
I hope you are happy my baby boy.

Maureen

You lived only a short time and were in my life for only 4 years and yet I will never forget you my little friend. I tried to save your life last night and I just couldn't do it. Forgive me my friend. I will miss you forever.

Jacquie

I will miss you so much.
One day you, Jake, Sammy, Daddy and I will all be together again.
Thank you for always being with me though all these years.
I'll never forget you.
Go now and play with Jake, he has missed you.

Sally Porter

We all miss you fat boy. our house is quiet now. Things aren't the same. I hope your out of pain. You will always be in ours hearts and never forgotten! We are going to miss you under the Christmas tree this year. We love you! Love, Your Family

My Love Simba,

God sent you into my life for only a short time. Although others were cruel you found everlasting love with me. God blessed me with you if only for a short time. I will love you forever, Simba. Love, Your Mommy.

Our dearest Simba,
We miss you so much. You are our baby. I wish I could have done more to help you. Your family will always remember you. WE LOVE YOU SIMBA!

Simba was only 5 yrs old when she died and we only had her two years but are very thankful that she came into our lives and will miss her very much.

Natalie Gabel

My baby - you left too soon. Mommy will never forget you. Play with the others at Rainbow Bridge and we will meet again!
I Love You Simba

Simba--beloved friend for nearly 18 years, beautiful golden tabby cat with white tuxedo and paws, "Mr. Personality", also known as BooCat, BooCatta, Handsome Cat, Beautiful Boy, Boogser, and many other affectionate names. I have always loved you and will love you til the end of time. You were a loving, gentle, yet sometimes bossy cat, and everyone who knew you loved you. Thank you for letting me care for you all these years. Be at peace, old friend. We will be together again. Meantime, hug your buddy Harley for me.

Simba was a very peaceful and loving cat.:):):):) By breed a male Domestic Short Hair, black and white in color and 9.2 lbs in weight. Born the 4th week of June 1997 in the litter of the family of Mary Katherine F.
I received him from Mary Katherine, daughter of a friend in the 2nd week of June 2000. He was a Gift.:) When I arrived home with him I went to my bedroom. When I let him out of the carrier he ran right under my bed. Then as he explored the house he found the perfect immediate hiding place: behind the dryer. When I'd found that he's gone there I was just able to put my head around the corner to speak to him. I wanted to try to coax him out but not having had any experience with cats before, I didn't know that he was very frightened and had found the perfect temporary hiding place for reasons of safety. Many times over the next 3 weeks I tried to get him to come out but he was still too frightened. I could hear his many yowls as he cried out from under the dryer. I feed and watered him down there til he felt safe enough to venture out.
Finally, I was one day wondering where he was when I didn't hear him anymore. I have a small townhouse with little to my name. I wondered for the life of me where he could've gotten to! I was convinced that he'd some how gotten out some how though there is just one way out of the house. Finally I looked under my couch and to my delight there he was!:D :D:D I was able to coax him out of there and let him explore the house as he wished. After staying downstairs for months in the window or sometimes in my spare bedroom window. Then for months he chose to sleep strictly in my room on my desk while I played on my pc!!: She'd sleep there for hours! (to make a long story short):he'd learned how to get and give all the attention he wanted from me; when I'd gone to lie on my bed he'd immediately looked up and saw where I was he jumped down, ran over, jumped up onto my bed and started humping my arm!!:D:D after a few weeks he's started to nudge his head up under my chin. He's gotten to play a game with me: once he'd let me know he'd wanted to play, he'd come over and sit next to the bed looking up at me. Then I'd get up and sit with my hands between my legs and look at him. I'd lie down then he'd jump up with a huge "meow", walk across my chest and play. When he done he'd simply get up and jump down. Sometimes he'd look at me as if to say: 'I'm not done yet". Then we'd go back and repeat this 5-6 times sometimes for 20-30 minutes! He gave cat toys only passing interest.
Whenever I'd go somewhere and get back he's be in the window. When I entered he'd be on the floor greeting me!
Over time he could be found anywhere for a resting place. He'd walk back and forth between me and my pc for my attention and sometimes sit right between it and me and look me dead in the eye "go to the bed" which I'd do instantly! Then one day he didn't come running to eat when I filled his bowl and I was concerned from what I'd read in a book: if they stop eating just one day take them to a vet immediately! I did and after testing was told he had fiv and felv, no cure for either one!!:(:(:(:( I went through much discussion with everyone I knew but held little hope. After 3 days all he ate were his treats!:( I tried baby food too, one jar of 8 kinds, but he ignored it all. I had to do the Unthinkable!:((((( I took him to an animal shelter which does this for free. I told them I definitely wanted the body. When I got home, I carefully lay him our on the bed "lying in state" and took pictures of him. I then had him cremated. My happiest memory of him is of him hopping onto my shoulder as u typed, then between me and the pc, yowling as he waved his head from side to side and I knew what was coming. I'd say "ok lil fella ok":) then I went to the bed. A few times he'd sit there and with definite affection, "swat" my face with his paw:)when I'm able to i'll make a donation in his name to the Humane Society of Northern Virginia. His ashes sit in an urn on my desk. Currently it's metal. I plan to buy a marble one and have his name engraved on it. This concludes his eulogy.

Tom Horner

We still miss you big guy. Simba, was a beautiful sleek black cat that we were fortunate to have as a member of our family. I don't know why he had to leave us to suddenly and it still hurts so much. I hope he did not suffer and that he is now across the Rainbow Bridge enjoying sun bathing, his favorite catnip and keeping company with our silly face Mitchell (13 yrs old) who we lost on October 17, 2002. Both our babies gone from our lives but not our hearts.

Joanne Wood & Lon Van Gilder

Simba, we love and miss you very much. I am so sorry for the accident and if I could do anything to bring you back home to us I would. I eagerly wait for the day I will see you again at the Rainbow Bridge. Mama and Daddy will never forget their Sweet Baby!

Simba my baby Beagle

Dear Simba. You were only 6 when I had to tell the doctor that you had suffered enough. Just the day before you left I told you that we would do anything to make you well. I feel that I let you down. The doctor said that the cancer had spread too far to do anything, but now I don't know.

I remember when Amanda and I went to pick out a Beagle puppy. There you were with that little white dot on your nose. As soon as we saw you we knew you were ours. You gave us 6 incredible years and I know we could not have had a better companion then you. You were always there when I wanted someone to talk to when no one else would listen. You ran your friend Nala around the house with your long silky ears flying in the air.

I also miss the way that you would follow me upstairs when I would get home from work and you would leap upon the bed ready to play. We would wrestle until you went running downstairs, ready to sit up by the table to beg for food.

I am so sorry that we let you go at such a young age and I am looking forward to the day when we meet up at the bridge. Please don't hate me for what I have done. I couldn't make you suffer another day.

Love Rich, Judy, Amanda and Ashley

Simmy... your existence has forever altered my life. Thank you for teaching me how to love. I am eternally indebted to God for giving me such a gift, and as I carry on without your body near, your memory and the happiness you brought continues to brighten my life. I will miss you always... and I know in my heart I will see you again. Your loving owner, and buddy, LINDSAY

Simmie gave unconditional love and inspiration to Laurie.....and kept watch over mischievous Buddy...
She loved sardines and fish heads.....
She was finicky (like Marcia)...
She had many friends....Max "Boo-Boo" Schmall, Lady Bird, Zoe and Molly Dever, Saki Santana

She's in the sun that warms and the stars that shine - a furry angel watching over all.

Laurie Holtz

Simon was a wonderful, big friend!
He was with me for almost 20 years and we aged together. He was older than our children and we all loved him and will miss him

Carolyn Stroud

You were the most wonderful gift from God. We will love you always and you will always be our "Buddy Dog". We look forward to the day we are all together again. Grampa

Dear Simon,
We are thinking good thoughts of you.
You were our best cat ever.
Actually, our only cat but you were still the best.
We will miss you.
Love,
Jan, Riley and Laney

Quite a cat, much loved for 14 years. Solid black with margarita green eyes. Some days he drove me crazy and some days he was my boy, but he lived each day just as he liked. Even his last. I'm sorry I wasn't there for you Mookie, I wasn't ready. I will love you forever.

The light of my life and the center of my universe--my heart, mind, and soul kind of dog.

Elissa

This is for Simon. I can't believe you have been gone for more than two months. I have felt you in my dreams and heard your bell whenever I have needed you. You are always there to comfort me.

I hope you understand I had to pick up your bed. You now have a bed in my heart and in heaven. You can finally rest there. I will see you again. Don't forget me, I couldn't forget you. I love you so much. You are truly my baby.

Love, "Meoma", Mom, Dad, Gizmo, Raja, Gabby, Cleo, Starr, Rosebud, and Pepper

Our truest friend and devoted "Sugar Boy," Simon, who will live in our hearts and forever in our memories. We will never enter our home without expecting his enthusiastic greeting, nor will we fall asleep at night without wishing him "sweet dreams."

Joe Strickland and Tom Pack

Its been just about a year now that I lost Simone. I remember struggling so hard with the decision to put her down. Looking back now, I know the decision was right. But on days like today, I still cry and miss her so very much. I look forward to that reunion on the Rainbow Bridge. I have two kittens now who I love so dearly. It constantly amazes me the different personalities and am thankful for those difference (otherwise I would constantly compare them to my Simone-girl). I just got word from my ex-husband that another one of our original kitties has passed on - Biscotti. All three of our original kids are now gone, but the memories they've left with us are so very dear, soft, poignantly sweet and almost excruciatingly (on days like today) touching. I wouldn't miss out on those for the world. Steve and I loved all three with every ounce of our being - Simone, Biscotti and HobieCat.

Paula

Forever in my heart and so sadly missed. I know we will one day be together again. I love you. Mommy

Best cat ever...

Mary Carter

Simon was my little baby, and was only in my life for nine months. Simon was such a good boy and I will always love him forever. He loved me unconditionally and taught me true love. My life isn't the same without him. One day I'll meet you at Rainbow Bridge, baby!

Mommy loves you always and forever, Simon!

Simi, I never got the chance to say goodbye to you, my sweet, sweet Bimble cat.
Now you are with Affy at the bridge.
It's only been a short time since you passed and I miss you so, so much.
Rest well, my dear, sweet baby, until we meet again....

Helen Harvey

You were so small, so very, very tiny...such a small ball of orange and white fluff. So full of adventure...not like your brothers, who wanted to stay in the tack room all the time...you had to venture out into the barn and explore...
I still remember how tiny you were, you fit into my hands so perfectly. The color of melting creamsicles, you were my kitten, my darling little boy. I remember how you would walk with your little blue harness on, and you'd be annoyed when I wouldn't let you sniff at bugs. You were only just beginning to learn to purr...such a tiny, frail sound.
I love you little man, always.