Year 2011 Tributes

For pet names beginning with "T".

It is hard to believe it has been 24 hours without you.It is very weird here and not seeing you come into greet me, Mom,Dad,or be on our laps or just be in the same room is crazy.You have given me and my family, but especially me wonderful 17 years together. I remember to this day when we picked you up at Carla's and chose you based on your "lap sitting". We named you Taffy. As a kitten, you were an outdoor cat climbing trees, putting animals in your mouth and coming up to the deck to show us,etc. Dr. Danforth said we needed to make a decision and choose either outdoor or indoor, not both. We chose indoor, but boy you still thought you were outdoors! Butterflies would come to the window and you would jump up to try and "catch" it only to have us hear a loud "thud" in the room and say "Oh Taffy!".

Throughout our 17 years together, you have been there for good times and bad times.You loved basking in the sun,sleeping on the ottoman, bothering us for food in the kitchen especially for chicken. We would tell you to "shut up" but you just kept meowing only to have us give in.You also loved climbing on Mom's lap while we watched TV and bothered Dad while he was trying to read the newspaper. As for me, you loved jumping on my bed, meowing at me to give you water in the morning, and also were with me when I was up in the morning looking for a job.We have done so much together it's hard to put it down on paper.You also loved the exchange students we had--all 5 of them--and Nana, Grandpa, Grandma,Nono too.

This week when we put you down, was the hardest thing I had to do.It hurts so much, but we did the right thing for you. Just when we thought you were only "constipated" and could be given treatment, we were shocked when Dr. Doles called to say you had a mass tumor that was inoperable by your pelvic bone.You were suffering! But that didn't stop you--you couldn't tell us you were hurting, you couldn't talk--you continued to sit on Mom's lap, come up to us upstairs to say "hello" walking ever slowly, wanting to eat,etc. You never disappointed us and were well right up till the end and we are so blessed by that! You pleased us so much!

To me, it will be so hard to get another cat.When that time does come, maybe I will, maybe I won't. Yet I will still grieve for you for a long time and I will always remember you as my first. You, pets, want us to make room in our hearts for another--You may be gone physically, but NEVER forgotten!

As Mom said when we put you down "You were a great girl!" and everyone loved you! May you RIP and have fun at the Rainbow Bridge! We will miss you!

Tai, my beautiful burmese boy, you were my baby and I miss you every day. You were one of a kind, such a sweet natured boy who just loved being with me, on my lap or following me around the house. I remember when you were a baby and you hopped in a neighbours open car window, taken for a drive and let out 10kms from home. I looked for you for days and sleepness nights until i found out what had happened and luckily after another 2 days looking in the area you were let go, i found you. Thank god as we got another 15 wonderful years together.

I will never forget you Tai, i have your ashes here with me so you will always be with me. It was so hard the day i had to be kind and let you go, saying goodbye was the hardest thing ive ever had to do. Monty, Keeley and Jessie also miss you heaps but you are now with your beloved sister, Shanee.

I will love you & miss you forever my Tai Boy!!. Til we meet again sweet boy....

Love your mum, Belinda.
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My little T,  
It has been nearly a week since we had to let you go. Your Poppy and I cry every day and your fur-siblings are missing their fearless leader. We learned so much from you. You reconnected us with nature and taught us to embrace and enjoy life. You never gave up on life even when you lost your leg to bone cancer last summer. You were the zen master. You never let us be sad or upset, and we're trying not be now. You wouldn't want that.

You were the best dog, Takoda. Eight years wasn't nearly enough time together.

"You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide, although we cannot see you, you're always at our side."

We love you so much,  
Mom, Dad, Catori, Vegas, Lena and Loki

On April 1 2011 at 10:20 pm I had to put to sleep my buddy, Tatsu, a beautiful Japanese Shiba Inu. At the age of 13 years 7 months he was overcome with a worsening neurological condition. I loved him too much to see him suffer.

I loved him dearly and he will be missed.

I loved you little guy, you can keep that huge chunk of my heart you took from me tonight. I will miss our walks, and the way you cuddled with me every night. You will never be forgotten...

Run freely my friend, no more pain. We will be together again someday.

Such a little girl and so much love, you are missed every day and you will always be loved in my heart.

I say Taz's birthdate was exactly 10 years earlier than the day she died because that's when we 'adopted' each other and I was born again. She was actually in her 14th year as far as we can tell. You see 10 years ago a was looking for a house not a dog, but ended up with a whole new life.

I had been relocated to South-central Florida from 18 years in California and was finally ready to buy my first home. I had given up on relaters and was cruising neighborhoods on my own when I came upon this older 'for sale by owner' 3/2 with a pool.I had never been 'a dog person' but here was this adorable little brown Dachshund-Rottweiler prancing about the yard and being oh so friendly. Upon comment, the seller said they could not take Taz with them and I assured him I would keep her with the house IF I became his buyer. One week later I found myself saying "I'll take it" and very quickly it became apparent what I really wanted was Taz. The house itself was just ok and has long since been sold.

Taz at her then estimated age of 4.5 became everything and more than I could have ever imagined; everything dog owners have been saying for centuries and everything dog researchers are just now saying. As a single male, TAZ WAS THE ONLY THING I EVER REALLY CARED ABOUT; MY DEAREST FRIEND AND ALLIE; MY DAUGHTER AND SOUL-MATE.... and now I am suddenly without her...like a nightmare from which I cannot awaken...How could Life be so cruel? yet I do not resist or complain though as I know the ways of Love can be steep. I will never be the same. I am crushed and transformed as devastation meets opportunity.

Perhaps it was because of the pool at Taz's first house, or maybe because her 'daddy' has been an accomplished open water swimmer and Triathlete. In any case, Taz was THE MOST AMAZING OFF SHORE SWIMMER ANYONE HAS EVER SEEN. I remember one summer Taz and I just kept going out into 'Lake Jackson' which is about 3 miles across until the shore looked an even distance away all around us. It took a while but I think we swam 3 miles that day. There never seemed an end to her endurance and I came to assume that she knew her limits. Though in later years she began to slow down just a bit, I believe her swimming was key to joint mobility once she got passed the age of 8 or so. Taz also loved to chase boats which earned her the title and recognition city wide as 'the worlds smallest and most insane pirate', and if she got a head start on me, it would take me a while to swim her catch her. Taz could really move through the water when she wanted to. She had commandeered the police boat so many times they all knew her by name.

One other 'career title Taz' carried was that of 'Official Mascot and Greeting Committee' of Sebring Footcare where she was preferred and endeared to all of our patients for her warmth and assuming affection, and of course biscuit appropriations.

Through the blessed 10 year chapter of my joyous existence as her 'keeper' and 'daddy' Taz has taught me so much about Love and Nature; essential potential; and timelessness that it seems now as if it all happened in just the wink of an eye. This is not robbery. Taz exists now more as a state of mind and spirit than just mere memories, but those are nice too. I will undoubtedly be a 'dog owner' again sometime down the road as I believe this a duty, but for an indefinite period of time I wait: Wait to be transformed by the violent upheaval of tectonic grief; the tsunami of emotion washing away the old me; and the gentle sweet breath of warm spring breeze that is my Taz upon me now and forever....

Ted came to us with his sister Alice, they were in the glass display in the store & I picked up Ted without knowing Alice was hiding under a plastic igloo... he was so sweet & cuddly even as a baby.. when Bob saw Alice, he knew I picked Ted, & he said we couldn't break up the "set" as they were littermates .. so off they went with us & we were very happy with them both... Alice was about 5 when she got the double adrenal, & she was still just as sweet to me, but nobody else could handle her... but she was very sweet with her brother Ted & our other ferret Nardo, until one day Nardo passed, then we rescued Washington & she was very sweet to him also, & Ted always beat up Washington when he played, but they were so funny, all 3 of them together... then Alice got sick & passed from her adrenal & had a stroke, then Washington passed from his 2nd blockage, & Ted was all alone, but he was fine since he still had his 2 cat friends & the dog also who he was very friendly with too... until he just started to go down since now he was over the age of 8 which is old for a ferret. He was never sick, dispite all the others that passed before him, & living in his room ( open of course ) by himself. His body was just starting to give out, his fur fell out, his skin was gray & he started to eat very little to the point that I had to hand feed him every 2 hours. He had good & bad days for 3 more weeks, until the last night I saw that he was turning down his food, or just tasteing it that I made special for him, baby food chicken meat & chicken broth & mashed potatoes with spinach & some crushed up ferret kibble, he was now turning his head. I force fed him w/ the plunger, & he swallowed it, but he didn't take much. I knew it was time, & he took a couple of hours of deep breaths & listened to me the whole time watching me as I told him all about the "Bridge" where he would look for his "sissy" Alice, & his buddies Washington & Nardo, who he played with in life, & would play with them again ... & to wait for me when I see him again. I miss you my sweet little boy, you were such a good baby, even to your death, never a problem or a burden. You were a true friend, & a sweet love of my heart, I will never forget your strong spirit. Mommie loves you  
Carol Wall

This will be hard. She was born to a feral mother and for some reason her mother stopped caring for her and she attached herself to my other cat Itty. Everywhere he went this little ball of fur would do her best to keep up. I enjoyed watching them. Itty was surprisingly very patient and gentle with her.
I just watched and wait for the right moment when I could get her. It wasn't long before I got my chance.
I put two cans of yummy cat food on the kitchen floor. opened the door and in they bounded, I shut the door. She was pretty scared being trapped up like that and found a good place to hide under a bed.
With lots love and a lot of playing she soon was a regular member of the family.
She had the loudest purr and the biggest eyes, that purr could bring me out of the deepest sleep. I miss her so much it's painful, my beautiful little girl with the big purr and owl like eyes.
I can't say anything more.
I love you little girl and miss you so very, very much. My little "Teeny" girl. My Teeny.

For Tegan

A VERY SPECIAL DOG

It was over 14 years ago that you wrapped yourself round my heart
Brown tri in colour - with amber eyes - it was love right from the start.
I remember a day when just 4 weeks old you fell asleep upon my feet
As if to say "I've chosen you" and "you are mine to keep".
From the first day you came into my life you gave me so much pleasure
So willing to learn, always ready to play, lots of memories to treasure.

As you grew so did our bond - we did so much - you and me.
You loved doing "tricks", and flyball, but your favourite was agility.
When we went into the ring at the start you would sit and wait
A "yes" from me and off you'd go, leaving me still at the gate.
Jumping, Weaving, A Frame - so eager yet so calm
At the end of each run, with joy on your face, you would jump into my arms.

You won many rosettes and trophies that are all on the shelf
But you gave me something more precious - you gave to me yourself.
And after we retired - our closeness was always there
My little brown and white shadow, with your bed right by my chair.
And when you became old and frail and illness took its hold
You still always wanted to be with me - and still as good as gold

I remember the time you saved my life - the only time you disobeyed
You refused to go where I wanted to go and on the wrong path you stayed
There was a loud crash and a tree fell across where we were meant to be
How did you know my clever girl? It's a mystery to me.
You did it again in the paddock, only 2 years ago
A large branch came down in the wind and somehow you let me know.

You loved going to the beach, your joy was plain to see
An excited squeal then once out of the van you'd run down to the sea.
Afterwards you would run around and roll yourself dry on the sand
Then off to the river sometimes falling in, that wasn't always planned.
Though lately we didn't get there often - you couldn't walk too far
But you were happy as long as we were together, at home or in the car.


The children all adored you they would throw a ball for you all day
You would give it back so gently, if you were tired you didn't say.
Whilst feeding sheep and chickens - you would be by my side
And I could always trust you, never chasing, you never tried.
The cats trusted you too, sometimes they'd get into your bed
You'd stare at them till they got out, or gave them a nudge with paw or head.

At 3 years old you had your pups and it was plain to see
You were a brilliant Mum, so protective - yet you trusted them to me.
We kept one, your daughter Tassie, who is as kind and gentle as you
She's missing you and very sad, the other dogs are missing you too.
You were so quiet and gentle you didn't need to act "the boss"
There is an empty bed where you should be and we all mourn your loss.

You've gone now my love, to heaven, the brightest star up in the skies.
Gone to join the others, and tears are falling from my eyes
For 14 years you were my companion, and many times my saviour too
Right now it's so hard to imagine, the rest of my life without you.
You were my constant shadow, right up to the end
And I will never forget you, you were "my girl" - and my best friend.

I wished and prayed that you could stay, longer here with me
Hoping we would have more time, but it wasn't to be.
Your eyes told me that it was time, with a heavy heart I let you go
And now my heart is breaking because I love and miss you so.
I know you were ready to go love, you were tired and sometimes in pain
Run free, sleep well and wait for me, until we meet again.


Run free at Rainbow Bridge my darling girl - I miss you so much.

Terry, we are sorry we didn't make this page for you sooner. Every day after you passed I was on here chatting with other people who had lost pets. I found comfort in talking with people and reading the lovely poems on here. The day you crossed the Rainbow Bridge I was devastated beyond belief. I had you through my entire childhood. You were my best friend. Losing you was like losing part of myself. Even today nearly 10 years later I still miss you just as much. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I miss how you used to do "Ready Set Go!" and jumped all over and me and grabbed my hair. I miss how I used to take you to agility classes and the field trials. You were amazing at those things. Every Halloween I think of you a lot and the costume contests we used to do together. Now your little sister Allie is up there beside you. Please show her the way and take care of her. We will see you again someday baby and then we will all be together forever.

Thumper, it was about a year ago in April that we found out your kidney failure had begun and you were only expected to make it for a few weeks to a month. We nursed you along and made sure we were keeping you happy versus just alive. Your affection and wanting to be with us told us we were on the right path. Going through the spring, summer, and fall knowing we were on borrowed time really dragged us down, but we still enjoyed our many good times with you. And then the holidays came and it was obvious you were going to be gone soon. When you started yelping when we picked you up we knew we were done. We did get one last good day out of you where you showed strong health and affection and we found that very re-assuring. Taking you to the vet knowing you would not be coming home with us was brutal. We did have the chance to stay in their solitude room with you and when the final shots were administered you passed away quietly in my arms and Rita was able to feel when your soul left your body. We thank-you for all the years of enjoyment you gave us and your playfulness with anyone who came around. I think it was your desire to literally hug people that made you so special and all those times when you would sit on my chest with your nose only and inch from my face. We are taking care of your brother Midnight, but now that spring is here he goes out on the porch looking for you. He has taken up where you left off and now he takes care of us.

Dan & Rita Schaaf

Tiger was a very cute and lovable chihuahua, I had him for 12 years since he was 2 months old. He died unexpectedly. I was taking him for a walk and a pit bull jumped over a neighbor's fence and started attacking him. I tried to get the pit bull's mouth off of him but ended up with bitten fingers. I couldn't help him. At the end of the attack, a neighbor got the dog to go back to his home. Tiger was taken to the hospital, He was too far gone to save, so I had him euthanized. I'm having a very hard time living without him, he was more than a dog to me, he was my dog baby and I was his mommy. I will never forget him or the brutal way he died. He was taken from me before his time. Life is not the same without him.

Dear Tiggies,

After rescuing you from that box infront of the supermarket I wasn't sure what I was getting into. We had just moved into a new house and here I was bringing in this little kitten. At first you ran and hid under the couch but after awhile you decided my lap was more comfortable. I miss you tapping on my face with your paws in the morning when you demanded attention and all the times you came with me to read the kids their bedtimes stories. I miss not having anyone stalking me while I carry the laundry basket around, you always did seem to scare me, but I loved it! They say cats tend to attach themselves to one or two people in a household but I was certainly attached to you! You are my tiggies and always will be, no other animal could replace you and I only wish that we could have saved you that Christmas morning, you deserved so much better. Take care of sammy while your up there and don't get too crazy! We miss and love you so much!! Until we meet again be a good boy!! LOVE YOU!!!

Love,  
Wendy, Michael, Kevin and Erin

In memory of my darling Tigger

The sun will always shine brightly upon you to keep you warm and peaceful.I will never forget you sunny boy. Until we see each other again...

We got Tigger when he was 5 weeks old covered in fleas and worms. I had to give him cat milk and took him vets for flea and worming syrup. He took his first steps outside when he was 6 months old after being neutered and vaccinated. He loved to play in the grass with his adoptive mum missy they always played together and slept together. He would say goodnite to me by sniffing my hair and licking my face then he would lay down beside my hand with his paw on my belly. Tigger was the most softest cat I had ever known never got his claws out when he played and always licked everyone's hands, he loved lasers and would run so fast after them. Tigger brightened up my days by his meow at the window and running up the curtains to get outside. We found out he was born with feline leukemia virus he got very sick and went down hill very quick. The vet told me he could feel masses in his belly a sign of cancer and he was in a lot of pain. I had to do the kindest thing for him even though signing the papers was the hardest thing for me to do. I miss Tigger every day and will do for the rest of my life my sunshine my world till we meet each other again I will never say good bye just hello again.

TIGGY,

You were the first pet I ever bought without telling my parents. I had lost millie two weeks ago and was very sad. I went into the local pet shop and saw you. All alone in the pen and under a big mound of hay. I thought 'what the heck' and bought you home. You were so curious on the bus and when you got to your new hutch you spent most of the day watching us through the window. As you got older you graced the family with two litters of adorable baby piggies, many hugs and cuddles, happy purrs and affectionate licks on the nose and nibbles on the hand. (and poops on the lap!!)

But I knew you where getting old and I started to prepare myselfe for the day when we had to part company. Today was that day. I found you struggling by the food bowl and I knew it was time. I took you to the vet and he carried you away. I was alone in the waiting room with your son and daughter, who where very puzzled but ok.

The hardest part is knowing I will not stroke your fur or smell your cinnamon odour for a very long time.I will also miss the dances we shared. No music and I just held you but I loved them and judging from the times you fell asleep while I did it, you liked them too. Only you liked situing on my right sholder( I never knew why but I loved it)It feels so cold without you there my little ginger pig. I miss your sparkling red eyes and your fondness for food abd the little gurgles and chuinters you made when you talked to me. No words ever said but we knew what the other was saying.

Wait for me my baby, We will see eachother again. And I will take very good care of your babies for you

Wow it's so beautiful here at Rainbow Bridge, so many others to play with and so many things to play with. Play, that's an exciting word to me, See My Mommy found me at 4 weeks Old and I was crippled because someone tried to hurt me. But Mommy Took me in and gave me 14 (June 15, 1997 - May 16, 2011) years of love and joy. I was so very sick all my life with many medical problems, but Mommy, She saw me through them all. Then I heard Doctor Kelly tell Mommy that I had CRF (Chronic Renal Failure) and Hyper-T, I didn't know what that was but, Mommy took me home and Gave Me all kinds of Meds and lots of fluids, But I was getting tired and my little body was giving up, So I whispered in My Mommy's Heart, I have to go now Mommy, but I will never be far, Please Help me Make my final journey. I went to my favorite spot in the Window, one last time. I haven't done that is so long. Then Mommy Held me so very close, and I heard Doctor Kelly talking to me and Mommy so softly and I fell asleep gently in my Mommy's arm. Once again I whispered In my Mommy's Heart, Mommy I can Run now and Play. Thank you Mommy, I love you so much. I will wait here for my little angel wings, Then I will be able Fly into my Mommy's heart once again for all eternity. (Run Free Baby Girl Run Free). My heart, God's Little Angel

My beautiful, gentle little Tini dog,

I got your ashes today and you are still so teenie. We lost you 12 days ago, and we all miss you terribly. Farley is lost without you and Bailey seems lonely, too. When I told Bailey we were going to pick up "Zwi" today, her ears perked up!

Sadly, we cannot hold you, or listen to you bark at Coach's Corner, anymore. Farley keeps on standing at the front door waiting for you to come in from going "hurry up". He also sits on the end of the bed each night, thinking you will be in my arms, any minute, so the two of you can tussle before you both cuddle in, and go to sleep.

I love you little Zweiner, and I will miss you forever.

Mama

Tinker was a very special dog to us...beagle mix we got from SPCA. Had him for going on 12 years. Spoiled him rotten. Sadly he will be our last. Both retired now just too costly. We know he is in a much better place now. Rest in peace now my friend. Enjoy company of all other dogs/cats/etc in Heaven. We will see each other again someday.

Tiny,  
You will always be LOVED. You are forever in our hearts. You have been and always will be Tiny or Rodent, and you will always be in our hearts. Mia will miss her playmate and brother, she will always remember biting your leg when she wanted to play, and how you would get upset, you loved her anyway. We'll never forget you Tiny.

YOU WERE ONE OF THE BEST DOGS THAT WE HAVE HAD AND YOU WAS WITH US FOR OVER 14 YEARS. BUT I KNOW YOU ARE AT PEACE NOW AND PLAYING WITH YOUR SISTER JEWEL AND WE WILL MISS BOTH OF YOU EVERYDAY BUT I HAVE TO BE STRONG BECAUSE I HAVE CC LEFT AND SHE WALKS AROUND THE HOUSE LOOKING FOR YOU AND CANT FIND YOU . I DID THE MOST LOVING THING I COULD DO FOR YOU WAS TO LET YOU GO CAUSE ME AND YOUR DADDY NEW YOU WAS IN ALOT OF PAIN WITH YOUR BACK AND YOUR LEGS GIVING OUT ON YOU. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH TJ AND YOUR FINALLY OUT OF PAIN BUT OURS IS JUST BEGINING BECAUSE WE HAVE TO STAY ON EARTH WITHOUT YOU AND YOUR SISTER JEWEL. WE WILL THINK ABOUT YOU EVERYDAY. SO YOU AND JEWEL HAVE A BLAST AT RAINBOW BRIDGE UNTIL WE SEE YOU. AND I PROMISE TO TAKE OF CC TILL ITS HER TIME TO COME. WE LOVE YOU TJ. love mommy and daddy. aka james and chris

To our dearest Toby baby;

You were the bravest, smartest, most loyal friend one could ever wish for...You will be desperately missed every day of our lives..

We will always love you.

Mom, Dad, and Anthony

You were truly an amazing dog still full of life and energy when you had to go your body let you down. Although you were abandoned and left to die you gave us undying love for 2 very special years. You are missed by everyone so so much and never will be forgotten, you will live in our hearts forever. Your buddy Zak looks for you every day and so do we you have left a huge space in our home.We were honoured to have you as part of our family and you are still loved so very very much. Rest in peace my boy

Mommies Teeny tiny baby puppy snout, Todd. Just a baby at 2 years old when losing your life. I thought the best place for you was here with all this land to run. Hardly no cars and so much room for you to run and explore. This became your territory and you felt the urge to expand it. Across the street and to the neighbors cows you went to do woo woo woo! You didn't know what to do I'm sure when the car came toward you. Just please know mommy would have done anything in her power to save you from that. My little "Sato" from Puerto Rico came into my life as just a small pup, with disease and buggies. Nurtured, played and cared for you I did. And in return I was rewarded with by FAR the best little loving creature I could ever ask for. You were just a baby, so happy and healthy. So many people loved you, even getting attention from strangers in the street. Run, play and enjoy your time at Rainbow Bridge, and oh the day I get to kiss that snout and those paws again I wait. You be a good boy, my Todd Bartholomule.

I MISS YOU SO BUT YOU HAD TO GO

I LOOKED TO MY RIGHT AND YOU WEREN'T THERE, I LOOKED TO MY LEFT, YOU WEREN'T ANYWHERE  
I MISS YOU SO BUT YOU HAD TO GO, I KNOW YOU HAD TO GO BUT I MISS YOU SO. I LOOKED ALL AROUND BUT YOU WEREN'T TO BE FOUND. I CALLED OUT YOUR NAME BUT NOBODY CAME. I MISS YOU SO BUT YOU HAD TO GO, I KNOW YOU HAD TO GO BUT I MISS YOU SO. THE MEMORY OF YOU WILL HAVE TO DO. IT'S NOT THE SAME, NO ONE IS TO BLAME. I AM GRATEFUL TO BE GIVEN THIS TIME WITH YOU, IT'S THIS THOUGHT I WILL KEEP WITH ME ALL MY LIFE THROUGH.

Ode to Tonka"

My best friend has left me and I am angry! He rarely did what I asked him to. He always had an attitude. He thought he was royalty and he reigned over all his territory. He was always in charge. He was always in the way. He could be a pest if he wanted something yet he could be so aloof when he felt like it. He never fessed up if he did something bad. It was his way or the highway. He was the biggest baby ever. But he never let anyone hurt me and he loved me so. Now he has taken his last walk around the perimeter of my life. Thank you for being mine for so long.

I love you Tonka with all of my Heart!

Friend/companion/the most loyal/ always home for me...was like a son to me...  
I love him so much..and miss him with all my heart..my heart aches for him...God called him home..and he waits for me...I love you , Topaz..  
Jerry Lee Lewis

Tosca, my feisty little diva cat, you are in my heart always. I miss you.

How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard. --A.A. Milne (Winnie the Pooh)

Trixie,

There was never a more loving or loyal companion as you. Always greeting me with a smile, a tail going at full tilt and the most joyous loveable bark of greeting that a soul could imagine. You will never be forgotten and are always close.

Love,  
Richard

Taken from us unexpectedly. You were a little shit but we loved you anyway. You were like a human. You will leave an emptiness in our house. How can we ever forget you. Rest in Peace King of Anniversary St. Your family Chris, Elizabeth, Christian and Alexander Alsop

Trudie was a rescue, had been living under a porch in eastern Ky. Breed unknown, but she only weighed 12 pounds. I fell in love with her picture on petfinders site. I had her for 8 yrs. She was the most loving, humble dog I have ever known. It seemed she appreciated being rescued. She had problems with her back knees which needed surgery. Lost her hearing ab out 9 mos. ago, then was diagnosed with Cushings disease 2 mos ago. Was on medication for 9 days and had to stop as got worse and developed neurological problems. The past couple of days were awful for her. Unable to walk straight,losing balance etc. Last night she appeared to be getting worse quickly. Took her to her vet this am and she was put to sleep while in my arms. I am weeping as I'm writing this, the ac he in my heart is terrible. I have a huge empty space there. Trudie you will be loved forever. Until we meet again. Love your Mom Vi

Tucker! Tucker Tucker Tucker.... Momma misses you so bad. I know you were so so so sick and you hung on with your smiles, your love growl and that forever wagging tail. Its barely been a week and momma misses you still. The empty bed stares at me. Maybe I'm too raw to do a tribute right now. I'll never forget your love and special talents. You could back up. Back up! I'd say and you'd back right up. You were the smartest dog ever. Your tail wagged sometimes to the point we were sure you'd hurt it on something. You would look me in my eyes and I knew what true, unconditional love was. You were my car buddy. I am going to keep the "my dog is my co-pilot" magnet on the car. After you were gone I put the "wag more bark less" sticker on my car too. Your collar hangs from the rear view mirror and I jingle it sometimes. Its barely been a week and I miss you still, so bad. People say get another puppy. There will never be another YOU. Your swimming in the lake, chasing the water bottles or the sticks. How you would dig in the water until you got just the right rock and bring it to shore.
Today is Memorial Day. I know its originally for our soldiers and remembering them. In my heart I will always remember you because even as you were so sick you soldiered on, honey. You fought the good fight. You were the best, most precious, sweet and smart dog in the world. I would do anything to have you right here now. Looking at me with those big brown eyes. Making that love growl as I scratched your belly. How you would come running, all the way till the end, as soon as you heard me grab my keys. My baby. The back seat is so big and empty. I haven't taken the towels off. I haven't moved your beds. My heart aches with the loss. Daddy and I miss you so much.
Three days I thought I heard you. Not this morning. This morning I've been up since the middle of the night missing you. I can't find you.. I can't feel you. I know you are happy in heaven, waiting for momma to come. Hopefully it won't be too soon <smile> as I want to live a few more decades.. three or so <grin>
I love you Tucker Jones. Bones Jones. Taco. Tuck-a-buck-a-day-away. Tucker Bucker. Bones. Jones. Tucker Jones I miss you and will love you forever and ever.
Forgive me for anything I did or didn't do. I tried to be the best mom a dog could ever have. I love you boy.
I miss you like crazy.

God bless me as I grieve your loss, Tucker.

God bless you as you find your way in heaven.

There was no one like you, ever.

Love love love

Momma

In loving memory of my furry baby. Thank you for being in my life. I will always love you and the love you showed me.

My Tweedy,

So yet another Angel to watch over and bless us. Your playful antics, your adventurous curiosity and the joy you brought into my life shall be dearly missed. You were and always will be, simply adored.

May you be greeted by all of your sisters and brothers that have passed before you and know that one day, we shall be united once again.

My Ferret Rainbow Bridge -

Dusky, Scooter, Bear, Ivory, Scootsie, Sasha, Gambino, Teddy, Nessie, Buster, Lexi, Rocky, Dookie, Tigger, Ashley, Princess & Tweedy.

Survived by –

Katie, Punky, Snoopy, Gabriella, P.J., Cubby, Odee, Bugs, Junior, Gizmo, Doc, Chloe & Scoots.

J. E. O'Donnell

Twerpie,  
You were such a ball of fire; kicking butts and taking names. None of our other cats would mess with you and if they did, they could expect a two pawed swat to the head. You were the most feisty; always ready to play until time caught up with you as it does to all of us. We miss you and look forward to seeing you again some day. Our Twerpie is in good hands. She is with God now. Have fun with Max, Ditto and all of our pets who preceeded you. No more pain; no more pills or needles. We know you did not want to leave us and we did not want to leave you. But your little body was breaking down and we could not stand to see you suffer any more. We had you for 16 long years. It was a long and happy life till now. Take care old girl and wait for us!

Paula and Bill

Twinkie La Rue~

We miss you so much already. You brought so much joy into our lives with your loud purr and huge presence. We are so sorry you got sick, but know that your kitty-brother Booger was there at the Rainbow Bridge to welcome you into your new disease-free life. We know you are running, chasing birds and playing with all of our family who has gone before you. Tater, Poke, Inky, Buddie and Cali along with Booger are so glad to have you there with them. Remember, we will ALL be together again someday. Until that day, know that we will always think of you, miss you and love you.

Your loving family,

Mommy, Daddy, Moe, Peas & Carrots and Zuzu

Oh darling Twinky, I miss you so much and its just been an afternoon since you finally got to be free of that nasty mess called cancer. I will tell one of my favorite stories about you. We went horse back riding up an arroyo with 3 long legged doggies, and you were trying so hard to keep up but I knew you were getting tired, so I was trying to figure out how to get you up on the horse with me. I saw a big rock and thought I could maybe grab you off of it. So I called you over to the rock and I was trying to get the horse closer, but I didnt need to - you got right on that rock and then jumped at least 6 ft thru the air across to the horse and landed right in my lap!! I was so amazed at you doing that!! so we rode on a ways and you let me know you wanted down, and then we rode a ways more and I came around a curve,and there you were on another rock, waiting for me and the horse!! And I came up to you and you jumped on again. You were such a brave doggie, and so smart and funny and you never did anything wrong as far as I ever knew. I hope Lucy and you are having a ball and I bet she is happy to see you. I'll be along someday and it will be so wonderful to see you and Lu all well and happy. I miss you, I love you, I will never forget you, my darling my little Twinky. until then, happy trails little girl, love forever, your human, maggi