Year 2000 Tributes

Wagtail thru WZ Zero Mostel

WAGTAIL

You made every day of my life a brighter one, just seeing your little face around the corner in the kitchen in the morning made my whole day. I will never forget the pain of saying goodbye to you. I know that the hollow spot in my heart will never be filled again until we meet again one day. I hope that the food in heaven is good! I love you my little man.

Kate MacPhail

Could it be? April 29th? 2 years since Wally died. It seems impossible. 2 years since I let him pass?? Is it possible? It will be 2 years. A life time. I miss you Wally (the collie.) I miss you........ Love..now and for always....your "Mom."

Linda

He died of an unknown virus--very sudden. the vets thought it might be the corona virus, but the results said no. The vets are not even sure even after pathology lab results. The virus is most likely communicable and hits without warning. All of my house buns have now been exposed. Please hold us in your prayers so that this nightmare ends. Walter was the third bun to die in a month's time. All were healthy and were suddenly stricken down.

I'd like to remember him tearing around my backyard getting rabbity. He was a shelter bunny whose life would have ended if I had not taken him in. He had been with me since February.

Rainn MacPhail

A wonderful companion very loved and missed.

Joyce

Today our baby went to Rainbow Bridge we loved her more than she will ever know. We will never forget you Wanda, Bunty, Wobbly Topkinson, Toppy Dog, Doglington, Cap'n Beaky, Birtwhistle, Bunty McAllister/McPherson.
Thanks to everyone who lit a candle for our Fur Baby. We shall all meet again at Rainbow Bridge when cuddles and kisses shall be forever. Until then .....!

Toppy Toppy Atkinson Atkinson Atkinson
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Dave & Christine Ditchburn

Just shy of his 6th birthday, we and Warrl lost a hard-fought battle with cancer. This wasn't supposed to happen.
We miss you so much, sweetie. Till we meet again...
We'll be waiting. Stay close.

Vicki Brown

Beloved Watson, my sweet little man, as I start to prepare for the holiday season, my thoughts go to you.
Even though we have added another rescue to our household, you will never be replaced. Just as you and Heather helped fill the void in our lives after Wendy died......Jerry is doing the same.
We will meet you again at the bridge.

Kandy Merric

Watson came to us at age 12, but we could not have loved him more if he had been with us his whole life. He was loving, a character, intelligent beyond our understanding and his only desire in life appeared to be with us wherever we were, sharing our lives. As his mind began to deteriorate these last two months, seeing his confusion, fear and loss of abilities were painful for us, but our pain is even greater at his loss. As I sit here writing this, in my office, without his constant presence at my feet, the pain and loss seems intolerable.
Watson, you are and will always be loved and missed. We await our reunion at the Rainbow Bridge. Play happily with Baby and Sasha in the sunshine there and wait with them for our coming.

Sheryl & Ron Martinson

Dearest Watson,

Thank you so much for being such a wonderful friend to Pop. You appeared exactly when he needed you, and became his everything.

God bless you, my friend.

Now it's time for you to be Nana's friend. She is waiting to welcome you at the bridge, and I am sure she is grateful to you also.

Love always,
Jeannine

Taken from me by a dog that did not understand. My grief is unyielding.

Cathy Stewart

To My Daughter Weasel,

A child will grow-up and leave you - Not My Weasel

A child will get mad and stop talking - Not My Weasel

A child will hurt you, and sometimes even stop loving their parents - Not My Weasel

You always gave us, your father and I, unconditional love, you always let us know you loved us;

I miss your greeting, the one you gave me EVERY night when I came home;

I miss you waking me up in the morning;

I miss My Weasel; I will miss My Weasel until I see you again.

Luv ya, Your Mother, Glo and Father Leon

Dear Webster,

You are my soul-mate and always will be until we meet again at the bridge. Niki and I love you very much and hated to see you go but in Gods scheme of things we are all here only for a short period of time. Although we must have the pain and suffering that comes with this world, we can be thankful that it is only for a blink of an eye in Gods time. When we meet at the bridge we will have all of eternity.

I remember when Niki first brought you home. A homeless Airedale male dog running and jumping around on three legs with long matted smelly hair. You were truly a mess. But underneath was a diamond in the rough. First we got you cleaned up then it was off to the vet to see about that leg. It seems that it was broken sometime ago and healed in a funny way. It was also at least an inch shorter than the rest of your legs so that wouldn’t do. Top-notch orthopedic surgeons here in Seattle, WA said they could fix the leg and extend it with a metal plate. So it was done. Now it was therapy time. Brrrrrrrr! Remember how we had to go swimming in the lake several times a week during the months of Jan and Feb. You loved it (not really). I don’t think you ever cared much for the water.

How about the time 2 years ago when you were having trouble walking. Dr Harrington and all those wonderful people in the Redwood Animal Hospital did an MRI and found two ruptured disks. A dicey operation but we knew you could do it and you did. Six weeks in the hospital with physical therapy every day. That is when we met two extraordinary people, Carol and Jan who worked with you and got you up and running again.

There is so much to say and so many good memories. Eating popcorn, tomatoes and almost anything else. Hiking, traveling, chasing seabirds, I could go on and on. You were always there for Niki and me and I hope we fulfilled your needs as human kennel mates. You always were the alpha dog! I remember so much about you that I am truly amazed at how much we did together. That is the hardest part now because I really, really, miss you.

Love Dad and Mom

It is difficult to compose the words of how I feel. All I can say is that Webster will forever be a part of me.

Ray Scruggs

My darling Webby, I'm sorry your passing was not eased the way I wished. Though you died in my arms, you have to know that I tried to take away the pain. The people around us in the waiting room came to care about you and I truly hope you felt their love as well.
You were the king of kitties and I will always remember your gentle ways. Daddy and all your human kids and your pug buddies will miss you terribly.
Say hello to Mercedes and Toulous...

Mikki

Wednesday was a beloved member of our family. Alan took her in while we were still dating - she was unwanted by my sister. When our son was born, she adopted him and slept beside him every night. Her last night was spent nestled by his side and by Alan. She was very sweet and loved children, often letting them play with her in their imagination games. She is deeply missed.

Vicki & Alan Penny

There's a lot of comfort in the thought
That sorrow, grief, and woe
Are sent into our lives sometimes
To help our souls grow.
by, Helen Steiner Rice

In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge. Proverbs 14:26 KJV

Leslie

Weebies you lit up my life every day for 17 yrs. I will never forget the joy you gave me. No one will ever take your place. See you at the bridge. I love you so much "daddy"

George Lanesewe

My loyal companion, who loved the fallen leaves of Autumn the best. Mother of Champions. Champion in her own rite. Sleep well my friend, until we meet again.

Weegee

The time has come, again you can run with Bea; tell Grandpa we said "Hello".
Princess and Pumpkin have waited with Pokey, they're welcoming you, Old Fellow.
Live on. Be good. Run free.
We miss you, Weegee!

Kinkead, Miles, Chaffin, and Hass

Wee Jock slipped away from us last week.........he was the sweetest, most loving little ferret. We called him our "Teddy Bear" as he loved to lie upside down in our arms and have his tummy tickled.
We all miss you so much..........we know you had to go, even though you were still only a baby, but it's such a heartache.
Be at peace now, my little mate.
K.

My sweet little Weena, oh how I miss
Your sweet little tongue upon my lips
Your fluttering tail, with my each smiling glance
Your bare little chest, a rub please? Perhaps?
Your sweet little screams as we'd walk in the door
The way you would dance all over the floor.
Your cute little panting as you'd followed us around
It is just too silent now, with you not around.
Your sisters are lonely since you have gone.
The wonder pack of three has lost the special one.
The joy you have brought us is beyond words expressed
We love you, our Weena, we pray you are at rest.

Julie Michaels

Litter sister to Teeny Kitten (cf). Another furbaby who did not live long enough to be given a name. The smallest babe, weighing less than 2oz at birth (35gm), she was a fighter, and increasing her weight daily. But she suffocated in the fold of a blanket that I placed in the basket. I suspect that her mother lay on her without realizing. This is especially painful as I believe she would have lived. She is at the Bridge with her brother, being too special for us to keep on this earth. Be at peace, my littlest one, and please forgive me.

Gill Allen

Wicket was the trickster of the household. He grew up with Lieja, our Irish Wolfhound, and knew that someday he to would be a big dog. He was a gentle and kind little man and he loved and enjoyed everyone. He was always ready for a game or a good cuddle, and he seemed to know which one you needed to cheer you up. Wicket never wanted to be the top dog, but he had a way of making his presence felt and you just had to laugh at his antics and the way he always got what he wanted. His was a great spirit in a pint sized body. Have fun playing with your buddy Lieja for now dear little friend.

We miss you little man and we will meet again at the bridge.

Bob & Shirley Ross

We love you and will miss you being with us but we know you are near

Connie Williams

Thank you for the years of devotion. I miss you, my little Mr. Chickapee.

Susan Sap

Wemblie came into my life 15 years ago as a little pink, naked, 3 day old lovebird. He had one green feather on his bald little head. He was a part of my life for 15 years, and 4 days before Christmas he crossed the Rainbow Bridge.

I loved him very much, and I know that he loved me as well.

Ethel Silva

You were a lovely dog. Gave us a lot of pleasure.
Goodbye and see you.

Henda

Wendy was 16 years old when she died on June 5, 1994 I have never forgotten her and I still miss her even though I have another dog now.
Wendy You were the best and a joy to know, because you my life was brighter.
Your moma Jane Kibel

Pookie,
We love you so much. You will be deeply missed. We are sorry beyond measure. You will forever be in our hearts, memories, and thoughts. We treasure the time we got to spend with you and wish it would have been longer. I love you my sweetest boy.

Westy came to us at 1 1/2 from a family member.
We were in our twenties.
He was my first dog. I loved him very much and
I Know he could never be replaced.

Bill H

Sept 15, 1983- April 1, 2000

Our beloved Wheaty died peacefully at the Westside Market Street Veterinary Hospital following a brief illness. She was sixteen years old. A cat of regal bearing she possessed a loving and gentle sprit. She was preceded in death by her litter mate Spanky. She is survived by dog half- brother Gus of the home. We all miss her greatly. Submitted by Jenny Foster for a dear friend.

To Our Darling Whipple,  
Each day since you have gone to rainbow bridge is harder than the last. Each day brings a beautiful memory of you and the tears flow. We will hold you in our hearts, till we can again hold you in our arms. We promised to love you forever and we will. Remember Darling what Mommy told you--Wait for us on the bridge, we will meet you there.

Mommy, Daddy, Reuben, Dakota,Montana, Molly,Meggy,Mikey,Gramma Joanne, Harry, Reba.

Whisk, I miss you more than you'll ever know. I know we'll be together again someday and I know until then, you'll be safe. I love you Whisk, I always will. Love Arleen.

My beloved baby girl Whiskers. We missed you so much you will always be in our hearts. Our house feels so empty without you. Your sister pebbles misses you as we, she is looking everywhere in the house for you. I hope you are happy wherever you are. We loved you and we will always do!
Frankie, Nilda, Frankie jr., Frances and especially Pebbles

Whiskers, what can I say? it's been nearly 7 years since I opened up that gift on Christmas day and you jumped into my arms for the first time. I fell in love with you at that very moment. And I've loved you ever since. I was only a little girl then. I feel like you've been there for me my whole life and now I feel that a big part of me is missing. I'm sorry for everytime I fed you that generic cat food because I was broke, sorry for everytime I was too lazy to scoop the litter box, sorry for everytime I accidentally stepped on your tail and caused you to hide under the bed for hours, I'm sorry. I will miss going to sleep at night with you curled up at my feet, I will miss your love and understanding when I'm upset about something, I'll even miss your fur stuck to my clothes. I love you so much. I will never forget you. You will always hold a special place in my heart. *meow* Love, Annie

When I was in the hospital and the hospital let me see Whiskers, I didn't care if she was all ready dead I just wanted to say goodbye, and hold her before my dad buried Whiskers in the back yard. I went down to see her with one of the staff members from the hospital, walked out the door, and my dad had put Whiskers in a box, but she was on a blanket. I said "you put her in a Box?" I picked her up all stiff, and cold, I kiss her on the head and said "bye Whiskers I love you so much, why did you have to go? I'm sorry I wasn't their for you, I wish I was though." I tried to warm her up. Her nose was running, and you pads on her paws were all white, not black, not pink, just white. Her tail was stiff everything was stiff. But I just kept on holding her and kissing her.
I miss the way she would fallow me around all the time. Wait for me by the door when I got home. Sleep on me when I was sick. I miss the way she played fetch with rabbit feet. The way she hoped like a bunny when she was a kitten. I miss the way she meows. I miss her meowing to go out side, and I wouldn't let her unless I was watching her or my mom, because I was afraid that she would go in the Ivy and I wouldn't find her or her running out to the road. I was afraid she would get hurt, I was afraid some animal would hurt her. She would get fleas. I was afraid that if she got scared, she would run. But when I did let her out which was often if it was a nice day out. I miss the way she would eat grass, the way she rolls in the dirt, the way she watches birds and sometimes try and get them. I would stop her if she was going to climb the tree because I was afraid she wouldn't be able to get down. I miss the way she slept on my head. The way she purrs. I miss holding her, I miss her eating or going to the cat box, I miss her walking. I JUST MISS EVERYTHING THAT SHE DOES AND EVERYTHING ABOUT HER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I wouldn't let anything happen to her. If my brother threatened Whiskers, I would pick her up and hold her and put her somewhere, where my brother could not find her. She still had all 9 lives. I never let anything happen to her, I feel like I let my guard down, I feel like this is all my fault. If I was their for her in the Animal hospital maybe she would still be her or she would of past happier, and I know she was scared she always is at the Vet, so maybe if I was their to calm her down, maybe she would not of died or she would of died in my arms. I just feel like its all my fault. Whiskers has down so much for me and what did I do I wasn't their for her, when she need me the most.
I LOVE YOU WHISKERS AND I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU EVER!!!! THANKS FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE FOR ME WHISKERS! I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Laura

We will always love and never forget the "buuny girl" who brought light into our life. We love you and we'll miss you BOB. We will see you again.

The Wagner Family

She was my little girl from the day she was born.

Kerry

We Love You!!!!!!!
You will always be in our hearts!!!

Howard & Alyssa Stone

Mommy and Daddys' handsome young man, my best friend in the whole world......we miss you so much!!! We think of you every single day, you were soooo special to us. My Boy! My son! You will ALWAYS be in our hearts.

Tom and Jo Edwards

Whiskey was a good dog. He was very young and was a very loving sweet dog. He died of unknown causes but it is suspected that it might be due to AIHA or something with the kidneys. He will be missed.

Renee

Whiskey was the smartest, happiest, most loving dog in the world. He will always and forever be in my heart. I miss him so much! I love you, Whiskey, my puppyhead!

Joy Lipman

Whiskey was originally taken from an unruly family who did not care for him at all...At that time Whiskey was about 8 weeks old and the kids in that family tormented him endlessly. My wife was at their house one day and the kids were threatening to shave all his hair off. Being a complete animal lover, my wife, who was 14 then (and no, not my wife yet!) snatched up Whiskey (so called for his black, white & brown colors, like a J.D. label), yelled at the a-hole kids, and claimed the doggy as her own. Well it shows how much the people cared for him 'cause they never attempted to get him back.
That was back in '84 and I walked into Whiskey's life in '89, when I met my wife. I quickly fell in love with both my wife and her unique dog! 'Joey' as I usually called him had the head of a Lab and more or less the body of a Chow. As a pup, he would get running, and with his head being a bit too large for his body, would go tumbling head over paws!
Well to make a long tribute short, Whiskey was and always will be dear to us. He was a rather dopey dog who knew no real tricks, but had a heart of gold. He was loyal, affectionate and fun. He would bring happiness to anyone who met him, most people claimed he looked like a cartoon character. He was unique and will be missed forever...

Yosephy, We Love You !

The Tate Family

The best friend we ever had. Your pain is now gone and you can rest in peace old friend. You have now joined your playmate, Missy over the Rainbow Bridge.  
Until we all meet again, take care and look in from time to time.

The Scotland Family

I miss you.

Nick

We love you and miss you very very much!!!!

Diane & Billy

Whitney,

You are the best thing that has EVER happened to me! I love you with all my heart, and I swear, I will never forget you. I will also never forgive my parents, as I do not think it was necessary to put you to sleep. I am sorry I could not come with you, but it would have been too unbearable to watch you die. You are the only thing I've known asides from my parents since the day I was born. When you left me I lost a huge chunk of my life. I remember the good old times when you used to run with me or we could go for walks together. You are very special to me, and will always remain the best thing to ever happen to me. I love you Whitney!

Jordan

You beautiful boy, Whitney. How you loved to run with your ears flapping and how you loved your Mom, who was your best friend. Remember the fishing boat and how you loved to go fast? It was a long time ago since Mom found you by the side of the road, a little puppy with a cigarette burn on your head. What a beautiful find that was though, a true gift from God. Quick, what is that? A TENNIS BALL? Mom will throw it across the Rainbow Bridge for you and Casey Hartman to chase and bring back to Dad Hartman. You are safe now, and free of pain. Just remember, you will be in Mom's heart until the day she can join you to run again, and play, and love. Sweet kisses on your head, dear Whitney. You are missed and remembered tonight.

To my dear beloved Whitney,

I'm sorry Daddy didn't take you to the vet. He needed to. You were so, sick, but he didn't seem to care much, did he?
I would have taken you, had I known how to drive. But Daddy assured me you would be alright, and that if you weren't any better by morning, he'd call Dr. Jim and get you an appointment...
I woke up and looked out the sliding doors. You were still sleeping.
I sat down and waited for you to wake up, but you didn't, so I went and got Daddy.
He went to check on you.
When he came back, he was barely crying, but he said, "The dog is dead."
There could have been a gentler way to explain that to a five year old who's father had just promised her the night before that you would be all better by morning.
I sat in the den and watched Daddy and Grandma bury you. Daddy threw the dirt carelessly with his shovel, while Grandma occasionally looked back up at the window at me...
I never cried. I should have, but I never did! I feel so guilty, Whitney. I could've talked Daddy into taking you to the vet, but I didn't. I was convinced Daddy was right...
Its been five years. And there's another dog in the backyard with your doghouse; I named her after you. A utility shed sits almost on top of your unmarked grave.
Daddy doesn't seem to remember you're there, he doesn't seem to care anymore.
But I haven't forgotten, Boo-boo. I love you forever, and I can't wait till the day you come running to the escalator to greet me.

Eternally yours,

Claire

Wicca, tragically taken from me when only a month old. I held you in my hands when you were still wet with birth fluids, you were the first to open your eyes, the first to walk, and the first to greet me. I held you as you were released from your pain...sleep well little girl, you are sadly missed.
See you at Rainbow Bridge, wait for me...love and hugs Pauline and Kaos

Pauline Jackson

My "best bud" will be forever in my heart.

Linda Michael

Wick,  
We miss you very much. You are in our thoughts daily. Thank you so very much for making our lives brighter each day. We love you. We know that you have moved on to a much better place, and are once again the youthful and playful "puppy dog" you once were. God Bless and keep you.

Love and kisses,

"Mommy" & "Daddy"

You were Daddy's girl always and now you shall be with Daddy forever.

Penny Spencer

I just wanted to let people how special Wiggles really was. She was with us for 9 yrs. That's pretty old for a ferret. She was a brat, and she hated other animals but she really loved people. When someone would pick her up, she would give lots of kisses and nuzzles. She was not able to see to far due to cataracts in both eyes but she always seem to know who was holding her. She will be sadly missed by her mom and dad. I know that she and her 3 other brothers who are at Rainbow Bridge waiting for us to be with her again. She will always be in our heart and thoughts everyday. Wiggles mommy and daddy already miss you.

Valerie & Harry Fullmer Jr.

Wiggs came to us as a gift. His 9 years have been the best. He is a part of our hearts and souls. We will miss him until we meet again.

The Howard Family

Wihelmina, "Spider". I miss you terribly. I look for you in my daily routines and I am lost without you. Kevin is going out of town this week and I will miss not knowing you are here for us. I don't know why you got this horrible cancer in your mouth..You did not want to die and I did everything I could for you..you were young and healthy and I hope when you got to the bridge you were happy to be strong again. I miss you and cry alot I did not want you to go..I hope to see you again someday. Thank you for your love and teachings..you touched many lives especially with your love. I miss you...and you always knew how much I loved you. You will always be in my heart..forever and your daddys too...........Miss you

We'll miss you, Bert Voorrips and Susan Holstrom...

My beloved Wilbur grew up with me or I should say I grew up with him.
We adopted Wilbur from rescue center in Indiana USA and we lived all the way in the upper peninsula of Michigan.
it's a long ways a way...trust me.
He lived to be thirteen and I loved him greatly and even though it's been a few years since his death I thought it would be nice to do this for him.
We buried him in a grave where we always took him in the woods to run around and be free.
I hope he likes it there as much as we did with him,
I love you always Wilbur and if there really is a rainbow bridge I'll see you there drool and all.
with love
-m-

In memory of our very best friend. You will forever be in our hearts, thank you for always being there.

Mom & Dad Wendl

Will was a lost soul, left to finish out his twilight years at the Shelter. He found us with his big brown eyes. We were lucky enough to have you in our lives for 5 very short months, but it does not mean that we love you any less. Your beloved Gracie will miss you.

Pan Nelson

Will, my heart sings a bittersweet goodbye, my spirit calls after you in thanks for our time together. May the creator of all things bless you and hold you forever in joy and peace.

Christine Arnold

For Bill,
I will never be able to replace you even though I am trying. I miss you as my friend and support and am sorry for not being able to keep you with me and that you suffered at the end. I want you back so much that I haven't been the same since you left. I promise I will never forget you and that I will think of you every day, maybe one day I can be with you again!

Kate Jackson

My William, you will always be my best friend, my baby, and my love. Now, you will also be my angel. I miss you so much my heart aches. I love you with every ounce of my being. You will always be my brown sugar.
love always,
Mama (Karen Rios)

He was the best cat in the world and left me too soon! One day he was fine, the next day he had leukemia and died a week later.

I miss him with all my heart. I miss smelling and petting his long gray fur. I miss his bad breath. I miss his kneading and purring. I miss tucks and rolls. I miss his constant begging for our food. I just miss him.

He was my special baby cat and I will love him forever!

Jenni Weldon

To my best friend, you were very special, and will always be in my heart. Now you can run free, without any pain and wait for me at the Rainbow Bridge. I miss you baby boy.

Jeanne

I miss you so much Willie. Hope to see you again soon. Love Papa. Finny, Socks, Princess, and OllieCat send their love also.

William Tracy

He was my special friend and I will never forget him. Oh Willie, how I loved you.

Caryl Ponti

WIllie, was a special little dog in our lives. For the 3-months that he lived with us, he brought nothing but happiness to our family. He will be sadly missed; although the love and happiness that he brought with him in his short, but fulfilling life, will never be forgotten. We will always remember you.

Love, Hal and Claire Schmidt

I love you and miss you my Willie Woo. I thank God that he sent you to me. You will never be forgotten. I know that we will be together again some day. Love you forever, Mom.

WillieBF, alleycat extraordinaire. He was born in a 1935 Chrysler in the garage behind where I worked. He soon learned, that the guy (me) putting food out for him was to be trusted. I brought him home in July 1982 to a multi cat household. He rose to become headcat and always was MY cat. It was he that waited for me to come home each night. It was my chair he wanted to be in, the sound of my voice that brought him from hiding, my side of the bed he slept in and my heart that broke when he lay down December 7th, 1999 and told me it was his time. Your favorite spots are still vacant and we will miss you. I'm afraid your younger sister Annie will join you soon, her cancer is not getting better. Till we meet again, Dave & Arlene Green

My 11 year old basset, Willie Zachary died on sept. 11, 1999 from complications from a slipped disc. He was born on June 12,1988..He was a beautiful tri-colored gentle, loving and silly basset hound.. Who demanded very little from life. I just want him to know how very badly I miss him and think of him every day.. I keep thinking he will return to me. I would do anything to have him back. I have since been doing animal rescue work and am fostering a beagle/mix. I think he would be proud of me..no one will ever replace him since he was a special gift in my life. I hated to see him in pain and only wish he is OK wherever he is now. I want him to know that I will never ever stop loving him. Mom

Always in my heart.

Linda Rich

On this, the week of the third anniversary of my beloved Willis passing on to the Rainbow Bridge, I just want to thank him for all the fun we had together, all the love we shared and the anticipation of seeing each other at the Rainbow Bridge again one day. I love you Willis, always did, always will. Thank you boy.

John Meissner

He never used his claws when we wrestled. And he always snuggled up, even when the weather turned warm. He wore a gold earring and he wasn't afraid of water.
He was one of my best friends for fifteen years.
And he didn't deserve to die the way he did.

Willoughby Treehorn Kucan
1985-2000

JD Kucan

Willow died in my arms after a 3 week respiratory illness probably caused by bordetella. He caught this in a pet resort while we were on vacation. Two days after our return, he started sneezing. As we were picking him up from the resort, I saw his chart on the cage door and it said he had been heard coughing. My lovely baby was 13 years old and we were very close. The day of his death was my birthday. While we were away on the vacation, I had dreams that something was wrong and had an urge to come home. I'm more sad than I can say because I'll never see him again.

Margaret Ratcliffe

Willow,
You were very special to our family, you experienced pain as a young pup and always tried to make up feel good with you licks and kisses. I would have nursed you for as long as it took, but your pain grew to be too much to bear.
We lost you 3 years ago and still remember the day you left up and so many others, most good and beautiful because you were in them. Your Kodi is with you now and I know you are kissing him and have welcomed him to your new world of joy and love. Be happy Sweet Willow, we all miss and love you still.

Arlene Mangram

We lost our baby daughter in Dec '99 and Willow was there for us to fill a void in our hearts. Losing Willow is like losing another child. The grieving has begun all over again. Willow was a special part of our lives and we love her very much. She was with us through good & bad and never gave up on us, even though at times we wanted to give up. Special thanks to her for being the best friend ever!!

Denise & Michael

To a very special little girl, who is missed deeply...

Susann Bridges

You always smiled for us, Willy, and now your smile is lighting up heaven.

Mike & Sandy

We'll always cherish the memories of this loving Love bird named Willy. You were handraised. We could take you outside and wash the car with you. You'd never fly away from us, even though your wings were not clipped. You slept in a baseball hat in the bedroom with our son. You were always very curious no matter what we were doing. You loved to fall asleep in our hands and eat millet sprays. You could always find where we hid your treats. You were a loving, integral part of our family and devoted to your mate, Chloe (may she rest in peace). Unfortunately, toxic fumes from our new gas oven when it self-cleaned for the first time killed you. Why didn't the manufacturer warn us? We love you Willy. We will never forget the pleasure you gave us.

S. Mitchell

Willy

There's a smile in heaven
One we all do love
Though you're not still with us
we see you shining from above

We love you and we miss you
Our laughter seemed to fade
You used to light up the world
It's just the impression that you made

As you look upon us - remember
That we all love you still
And that we have a place in our hearts
That no one else can fill

So on Christmas night we're sending
A package to above
Filled with hugs and kisses
And most of all our love.

Poem by:
Danielle Williams

Willy was my little Chihuahua/terrier..
He had white fur with brown ears, and was very loving.
He liked nothing better than to sit on the front porch on a sunny day, and bark at the people going by, and chasing the cat.
He will be missed very much.

M. Wilson

Wilma the mousing cat. She loved to go slink around the yard in the tall grass and always had something to say. She would greet us at the door when we got home from work and tell us about her day. She liked telling stories, especially tragedies...we miss her.

Liz, Scott and Pepé

This is for Wilma who passed on during the night on 6/24. I am 19 y/o and am homebound in a wheelchair and she was so much company to me, she was like my best friend. We don't know why she passed on, she suddenly got really sick and died at the vets overnight. We found her a stray crying out for help on a gravel road. I love the story the "Rainbow Bridge", because I know that is where she is at watching over me. I loved her so much....

Liz

We miss Winchester.

J D Knight

Windsor was the most beautiful, loving, gentle dog I have ever known. He was never a bother. He was always quiet, except when we played. He was easy to train, almost like he read my mind. Although a rough Collie, even his coat was always shiny, full, and easy to take care of.

In his quiet gentle, loving way, he was unique and very special. I will miss him dearly forever. I pray I will be reunited with him again in heaven when I die.

I love you, Winnie, my Love-Sponge.

Patricia Grim

Our little trooper who still is.

Shannon and Angelo

Winnie...beautiful, graceful and loving. You will be forever on my heart. You are mom's beloved baby and you are missed. Thank YOU my dear One for the many years of happiness you have given to your human mom. I love you, my Winnie.

Debbie Bounds

Winky was the mommy kitty of the group. She loved everyone and everyone loved her. She kept everyone in line. She would purr if you looked at her. I've had her the longest of any of my special kitties. She passed very suddenly going from fine to passing on in 1 1/2 weeks. There was no time to say goodbye. I hope she knows how much I love her and I'm sorry for any pain I caused her. She was so special. In her younger thinner days she would jump up and turn the light switch on and off and know exactly what she did. She'd wake me up on Sunday mornings (while I slept on the couch) by dumping all of the canned food out of the cupboard and then moving on to our coasters and knocking them over until I couldn't take it anymore. She was extremely smart and precious. No words could ever describe what she meant to me and how much I will miss her. I love you Winkerbean, my silly stinkerbean.

Bonnie Cheak

May the angels lead you to nonna...she'll take care of you and love you always like I have done. I'll call your name as I grow nearer and nearer to those gold gates....you'll be wagging your tail on the other side...I love you forever "Binks".

Ivana

My Dearest love Winnie,
You were gone....put to sleep with the disease slowly taking away your body. I regretted that I rarely think about you these 3 years when I was 1000 miles away. I remember the first time I gave you a shower, you was shaking cause it was cold...I immediately go search you a towel...but still not able to kept you from shaking...You were always there to greet me when I am back from school, with that ears went down and this cute little grin on your face, making all this sounds waiting for me to pet your head and give you a smooch on the nose...Winnie...I love you..and no matter what happened, I will always have you in my mind..

Your friend,,,,Peter

I miss you so much Winnie, the sound of your tags, running to the door when we come home, lying by our feet. I still see you out of the corner of my eye and I still hear you. We let you go because we loved you too much to watch you suffer. You gave us unconditional love and we would have done anything to save you if there would have been a way. You were such a faithful companion, there is such a void in my our now. I'll see you in heaven at the Rainbow Bridge one day. I love you.

Lulu

My beloved Winnie so black and true I truly miss you!

Charlotte Hill

Winnie,
We miss you everyday. You are and will always be
Forever Our Winnie.

Sherry and Aulton

You were such a special little dog and we'll never forget you. I'm going to miss cuddling you so much that it hurts me to think about it. We saved you when you were a puppy but couldn't save you this time. God had decided that it was time for you to keep Wizz company and I know how much you've missed her since she was taken from us in September. There'll never be a dog like you and I wish that the memories of you that I have could be added to...but they never will now. Sorry I didn't get to say goodbye. I love you.

Claire King

My Winston, my little boy, I am so sorry I was not there for you to hold you in my arms

Stacy

Winsor dog, I miss you. I wanted to say all of your nick names at your burial but just could not do it. So, Winsor, Winsor Dog, Winsor Chase, Winsoroni, Winsoroni Macaroni, Winsmania, Pumpkin, Sweetie, Winnie, Minnie Winnie, Yoda, Winsor the Bowser, Little Buddy, Mr. Lick Lick, and any other term of endearment, Momma loves you.

Elaine New

On Saturday, November 18, 2000, we lost our beloved Mastiff, Winston. His birthday was May 16, 1993. He was a rescue, and we received him when he was three years old. He was a gentle, loving companion, and was ill for several months before he left us. This is the third Mastiff we have had, and each was very special. Our boy was very ill and in the hospital. When we went to see him, he made a tremendous effort, and the vet and we thought he was much better. We brought him home, and he walked for the first time in a week! He went all over the house and yard, sat with us, and just made himself at home again. About six hours later, he lay down and put his head in my husband's lap. We sat with him for an hour or so, and he just sighed and let go. He just wanted to be home to die. We have buried him with the "girls," Gena and Maggie, and gave him his blanket and biscuits. He will always be with us in our hearts. Shirley

Winston,
My angel, my life and my best friend. He has gone to Rainbow Bridge, where my father will be waiting for him. I will miss my truest friend.

Heather Thorley

I will always love you.

Barbara

Winston, our hats go off to you! You served as the model ex-racing greyhound, inspiring others to rescue your friends back at the track. You offered your love and devotion unconditionally. You adjusted to changes, taking them all in your greyhound stride because that is the kind of gentleman you were. You gave it all you had on the track and in retirement and your spirit endures still! When we think of how you touched our lives, we realize the world is a better place because Winston was here.

Second Chance For Greyhounds

"My brave little hunter"

Kimberly A Imberi

Winnie...

You were our "first" son and a great brother to Cameron. We love you and greatly miss you. You will always be in our hearts.

Love,

Mom, Dad, and Cam

Tribute: Winthrop arrived at my mother's house one chilly evening in 1989 wearing a red collar, making friends with Brandy and touching everyone's heart. Needless to say he became a resident of my mother's house until May 14, 1998. Winthrop was by my side and slept in my room during my last year of college and was to have moved with me to my new apartment after graduation but my mother wanted him to stay. He touched the lives of my parents and brought much love and joy into their home. He even had all of his people trained to respond to him ringing the bell whenever he wanted fresh food, water, treats or to go into the back yard. He is very much loved and missed by all those he knew.

Kelly Clarke

Wisdom was the best friend that I have ever had and I just hope that he knows that I loved him more than anything and that I am sorry.

Ayri Wylie

Still missed

Jane and Terry

To a sweet, cranky chutzpah kitty, who loved freedom, who loved snuggling, who knew how to ask for what he wanted, and let me know what he didn't want, who taught me how to lie, and finally, how to die, to die with a cat's grace. I love you always, Wiz Kid, Kitty Rex, Wizzo.--the Redhead

Irene Reti

Wiz, you were our special boy. You were our first and we loved you with our whole heart and soul. You brought so much joy to us and we will miss you terribly. I think about you every day and hope that one day we will be reunited. We were there with you until your last breath and when you left us, a part of me died too. I love you bud!

Cindy Rash

Our only child, our special little character...we miss you more than words can say...look for you in the clouds in the sky, in the stars at night...little Dog Star. We love you forever Woggies. Take good care of yourself at the Bridge and wait for us...Mommy & Daddy love you soooo much....

Eileen & George Hamilton

Wolfgang was one of the absolute joys in our lives. We loved him so much and his passing has certainly filled our lives with sadness. He was my husband's very best friend and it is very hard to cope with such a great loss. Wolfgang, you were certainly a character and you will always be remembered. I hope you are at peace with your big brother, Otto. We will always love you.

David & Carol Johnston

Wolfgang (Wolfy) was the best animal I had ever met. I will always remember him , I miss him when I sleep and even at school and the hardest part about all this is when me and my dad buried him under a rhododendron plant and the last thing I saw was his little head poking out of the blanket.

P.S. He was ran over by a car. I will always love Wolfgang (Wolfy) in my heart :)

Jake Hussey

In Memory of Our Beloved Wolfie, my loving friend and constant companion for 17 years, and a wonderful "grandpa" to three shar-pei: Oscar, Porsche and Beemer.

Wolfie, may you rest in eternal peace and comfort and be surrounded by your loved ones who went to Rainbow Bridge before you. Please give our love to Cricket and Amber, and never forget that we will all be together again ... just like old times.

We love you with all our hearts and we miss you desperately, but we are comforted to know that you no longer suffer.

Mom, Dad, The Chocolate Turtle, Princess Porsche & Miss Beemer

Wolfie, you were my true friend and I have let you go in peace now. Thank you for making our lives so full of joy while you were here for your short while. Go, play at the Rainbow Bridge. Windsor is waiting to play with you again. Love, Mom and Rennie.

Rennie

I miss you Wonton with more pain than I knew was possible. I hope that you are finally at peace, and you have more bones than you knew existed. Love you always, your momma

AlissaFitch

You were a wonderful companion, a wonderful friend, a super showdog and above all kept everyone laughing with your cute, silly antics. You touched the lives of everyone you met in a special way. We all miss you but know we will all meet again at the Bridge.

Barb Babou

Woodstock was my best friend and has been soo missed this past year. I simply can't believe I have been without the BEST dog for a whole year. Pound dogs can make wonderful pets - Woodstock was proof!! Miss you - my little girl.
Love always,
MOM

Woody passed away one week ago today but not without a fight. His little heart had been through two major surgeries on account of being born with no anus, (Atresi Ani). His little body just couldn't take the stress and pain any longer. My daughter and I are very sad right now but we know Woody is not in any pain anymore. When I found Woody 4 months ago in a parking lot I never once regretted taking care of him. He brought us joy and I wanted to make him all better. God wanted Woody to play at the Rainbow Bridge until we all meet and cross over the bridge to heaven. We will always remember with love our Lil' Woody. I am sure he is looking down upon each of you smiling because he knows how much your love and prayers are helping us through our loss. With sadness and much love, go play with all the wonderful animals who are waiting in anticipation as you are to one day see their families and live in eternity together.

Debra & Buffy

Little Woody, you have given us such joy, happiness and love. We will always keep you in our hearts until the end of time and then a day. Be sure to meet us at the rainbow bridge old buddy. Love forever and a day, Candy & Perry

Thank you our dear friend for almost 11 years of companionship, unconditional love and devoted service of being an outstanding "watchdog". You are now at peace and not suffering anymore. You will live on in our hearts. Nancy & Chuck

He came to my apartment door one night, very hungry. He stayed the night, and, I let him out the next day thinking that he belonged to someone. However, two days later I called the pound to see if he was there. They told me no, that they didn't have a golden colored dog, that looked a little like a golden retriever mix, all that they had was an old yeller dog, nothing like I described. Two more days passed, and, I decided to go to the pound to check out the yeller dog. It was him. I adopted him and named him Woof-Woof, for his distinctive and joyful bark.

When I moved to Alabama, I took him with me. He stayed in the apartment while I worked. On a couple of occasions he would bolt out the door and go to a home in the neighborhood that had kids. After he had did that a couple of times, they asked me if they could keep him. Reluctantly, I said yes, because I thought it might be the best thing for my friend. There was a big empty spot on the bed, where he usually laid, and, I really missed him. I just hope that he understands that I did what I thought he wanted me to do, that I would have never abandoned him.

Miss you, Woof-Woof and the way that you would sneak onto the bed from the foot of it, crawl up, turn over on your back, wiggle, and lay next to me.

Mike Ballou

To Wookie, on his first day without us, July 4, 2000

Sleep tight, little angel, and don't be afraid - you are always safe in our hearts. You rest now on the little hill close to the house where we can watch over you, through the summer days of bright sunshine and warm breezes that play on the trees and flowers. Missy and Mommy will always love you, and we will see you on the Rainbow Bridge with Chet, Gidget, Petey, and Savannah. You were the very best little dog anyone could ever have, and you added so very much to our lives. We miss you more than words can say.

All our love - Missy and Mommy

My Worm sure was a sweet fuzzy girl who hung out with me for 12 happy years. I miss her and have fond memories of her sleeping with her head on the pillow next to me and always answering when I would ask "who's hungry?" She was such a good girl...Heather

A little fighter to the bitter end.

Rebecca

She meant the world to me. She was my constant companion, I adored her, We would run, walk, sleep talk together. She knew when I was upset and was there to support me. Oh how I miss her. It is not the same. No one running to great me at the end of a day of work. No one to share my spare time with. All the toys are quiet. On that awful Wednesday I had got up around 3 AM she followed me to out living room she sat next to me and fell back to sleep. At 3:45 AM I awoke and wanted to take her out again and she just laid there the light gone from her eyes. She had left me. She played hard and protected me and was always there for me. I guess she felt that her time with was done...but I wanted and needed more. She died in her sleep and was very peaceful. She was not sick. Guess she was tired. Oh I loved her so. She was a wonderful dog and the lump in my throat feels like it is still fresh. My memories I have are great ones. I feel good because everyday that I had her, I told her that I loved her and how special she was. I hope she will wait for me and when it is my time to go we will meet together and play our game of hide and seek.

In August, 1999, Wrecks, a mixed German Shepherd and beloved family member of Valerie Hall, Michael Attina and Nicholas Hall left our search and rescue (SAR) team suddenly during an unfortunate traffic accident.

Wrecks came to Val's door one day, lonely and lost. It was as if he was asking Val to help him become more than just a dog, to become a SAR Dog trained to find missing persons. So Val honored his request and started him in SAR dog training with the Great Lakes Search and Rescue (GLSAR) of Ohio K-9 Search Team. Val and Wrecks trained hard together in pursuit of that goal. They even traveled to North Carolina to attend a week long SAR Dog Conference.

We are so sad and distraught when our canine partners pass on to another place. It doesn't seem fair that they should have to leave, especially when it occurs suddenly. As it would happen, Wreck's time was sudden and without warning. And, although we get a lump in our throats, we shed a tear and we cry together, we remember Wreck's smiling face upon finding his track layers.

Wreck's job on this earth was to bring canine joy to the Hall family. And, while doing this he trained Val to become a better SAR Dog Handler. His mission in life being accomplished, Wrecks passed the training responsibility on to Sierra, a Golden Retriever puppy. Wrecks now places Val and her family in Sierra's care for new beginnings.

With honor and love, the GLSAR of Ohio K-9 Search Team dedicates the Rainbow Bridge poem to K-9 Wrecks, beloved SAR Dog candidate.

I am in the process of creating a web site Dedicated to Wyatt on http://ksrgsdmom.tripod.com

I am sure that Wynter was a guardian angel sent to us from God to watch over my husband and I. Though he left us in body, the guardian still remains.

Raquel Kalbfus

Please visit Bubba memorial page w/friends :(
http://members.aol.com/hugaroty/bubba.html
Warmest Thoughts and HUGS
Dotty

"Broken Links"

They say memories are a
Rainbow so very true
I never wanted a rainbow
I only wanted you
A million times I needed you
A million times I cried for you
If love alone could have saved you
You would have never left
In life I loved you dearly
In death I love you always
In my heart you hold a place
No one will ever fill
If tears could build a stairway
And heartache makes a lane
I'd walk the path to heaven
And bring you back again
Our family chain is broken
And nothing seems the same
As God call us
One by one
The chain will link again

By: Dorothyann McKeon (c) Published

Zero was my first full sized horse, and I became his human when I was 14 years old. I was 34 when I had to have him put down due to total blindness. Over the years we were together, we trail rode, schooled, herded cattle, competed in horse shows and just hung out together. He saw me through my first love, a marriage and a divorce, and everything in between. I learned so much from him, and made many friends because of him. After I retired him from the show ring, he went on to teach many of my students all the things he taught me. He was and always will be the KING of Meadowbrook Farm, where is name plate and picture still hang on the barn wall. Of all the horses I have loved and the ones I continue to love, he'll always be the BEST! I LOVE YOU ZERO!

Cyndy