He always showed unconditional love, never complained, never
showed his pain. He loved the early walks, car rides, and just
sitting in the back yard with us while we grilled, ( of course he
would want a burger to).
He left a hole in our hearts, but the joyous memories abound.
Oh what I would give just to be with him in good health, and see
him wag his tail one more time. Loved forever your pack.
River, 4th July
2014 - 16th February 2023
River was a surprise to us and a bundle of joy. We adopted her to
be a companion for our other dog and she became that and more.
They (mostly) got on like a house on fire and it was clear they
adored each other and River looked up to her ‘big’ sister.
We expected her to be a small to medium sized dog, but she just
kept growing. We didn’t know her parentage as she’d been abandoned
and was given the name Solo, which we changed. She was 35kg (I
think around 85lb) as an adult dog, compared to her 17kg ‘big’
sister.
I never expected to fall in love with her as much as I did, but I
was besotted within a couple of weeks and that only grew.
She was a great companion, a beautiful friend, a teacher and
helper. She knew what she needed from life and she was often able
to communicate it to us.
Despite having to have operations on both hind legs, having back
and hip pain and some other chronic illnesses, she was the most
joyful person I have ever met and she inspired me to live better.
She burned bright and her joy of life was contagious and her love
was a blanket that I wrapped myself in.
She died too soon and her loss is profound. Her death has given us
gifts and taught us that life is short and bad things can happen
suddenly, without warning, so make the most of every day.
We love you and we miss you River,
Jo, Kathrin and Lola.
Rob, 11/21/2011
- 05/27/2023
Rob Is a Great little guy, I rescued Rob a little over 3 years
ago. when Rob moved into my house he took over the place even
though there were other dogs here, he was sweet and tough at the
same time, Rob had this scream when I came thought the front door,
always wanting me to greet him first, which I did, who could
resist that cute little Chihuahua face, Rob liked to play with my
biggest dog Benny who weighed 3 times Robs weight, Rob would chase
me when I was getting and putting his food down so he could eat,
every once in a while in the morning Rob would walk over me in the
bed and be on the floor and lick my nose when I put my head over
the bed, I Love and Miss My Rob So Much and it Hurts So Much to
not have Him around but he was suffering for a while, so I had to
make the decision to make Him feel better and let Him go, and I
wish and Hope we do see each other again in the future, so I could
let Rob know I did what I did because I loved Him So Much. Take
Care My Little Guy till we see each other again, Love You Dad.
Romeo (aka Big
Boy), 01/26/23
Romeo also know as Big Boy was adopted from the Pennington County
Humane Society On 01/28/2008. I was not receptive to another
pet as a beloved cat named Fluffy had recently passed away, my
wife and daughter came home one day with 2 cats and I was not that
pleased. I was sitting on a couch and they put Big Boy down
and he came right over to me and jumped up on my lap, Big boy then
stood on his hind legs and put his front legs around my neck and
gave me a cat hug, it was Love from then on!
Big Boy was with me whenever he could be and acted more like a dog
in ways, I also think somehow from the way he was and acted that
maybe just maybe he had part of someone I loved that had passed
away inside of him.
Big Boy was a great joy to me and liked to follow me around and
observe what I was doing, he loved his food and would let me know
when he wanted it, he was everyone's Buddy! Big Boy Liked to
chase dragonflies and sit outside with me watching Hummingbirds
zip by us or feed at the feeder.
Big Boy had Bladder Cancer, after that was found out I was told he
had a month or two left, I prayed to God that Big Boy would
be with me longer so we could spend one last summer together, that
prayer was answered and Big Boy stayed with me 11 months
more! Big Boy had to be put to sleep at 17 years old, I was
told although he had some pain he had not been suffering and
that he had no time left now, A big part of me was lost that day
Big Boy passed over to the other side! I pray I will be with him
again one day! Love Forever, your human dad.
Ruby, 1-1-2012 -
12-10-2023
My darling baby girl. I am going to miss you so much. You helped
me get through the grief of having your brother Byrd put to sleep.
But who is going to help me get over the grief of saying goodbye
to you. I know you had to go; you were struggling, but it doesn't
make it any easier. My most favorite thing in this world when I
got you two dogs was coming home after work on a Sunday and you
dogs knew as soon as you heard the beer bottles, we were going for
our walk. You with dad Mark and me with Byrd. How bloody excited
you two were. Sadly you really were not the same after Byrd was
gone. The times you howled were heart breaking. Anyway my darling
Ruby, Mark and I are going to grab your leads, some beers and do
the walk that you and Byrd loved so much. sleep peacefully baby
girl. xxxxx
Ryder, 9/20/2014
- 2/10/2023
My dear sweet baby big boy🥰 Yesterday was the hardest day. When
we had to say goodbye 🥲 That was the hardest thing I’ve had to do
was to let you go. But I know now you are running threw that green
grass and sunshine with Sasha and Toni. They are showing you all
the amazing things up there🥰 Just know that you were a great
protector and amazing furbaby! your first siblings down here will
take over as you go and enjoy life across the bridge. Know that I
will miss your snuggles and your barking when I come home .. I
ruff you as I would always say. I was so blessed to be your human
your whole life from the time you were born to your last breath so
you go and enjoy your days until we meet again I love you so so
much and well done my big man rest easy. RIP my big baby
🫶🏼🫶🏼🥰🥰❤️
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