1999 Tributes

Nacho thru Nyte Shadow

Nacho, you will always be near and dear to our hearts. You were always there for us giving unconditional love and comfort. You were with us for 14 years and will always be a part of our family. We will never forget the special way you greeted us with tail wags, hugs and kisses when we woke up in the morning. You were always the best "puppy dog" and we love you and miss you so very much. Grandma & Grandpa love you and miss you too. But we know that you are at the Rainbow Bridge now, healthy and happy again. Please wait for us so that someday we will all be together again.

We love you!

Jane, Jeff & Jackie

Nala was the most joyous being I have ever knows. She delighted in each moment of life. Her pride in her own misdeeds added humor to any situation and made it difficult to be firm with her. Her sense of humor and love of teasing her humans brought laughter to some very sad situations. She is already missed very much.

A Tribute to Brandi (September 1, 1984 - May 24, 1998)  

In late 1984, my then 14-year-old daughter Rebecca pleaded for a kitten when her best friend's cat had kittens. I relented, and so Brandi entered our lives.  
We had a black and white cat named Generic, so Rebecca decided to name the all black female she chose Namebrand--Brandi for short. 
Over the years Brandi was a big part of Rebecca's life. She was part of Rebecca's high school senior pictures, and later lived for a year in her first apartment when Rebecca was going to college. And when Rebecca graduated and established her own home, there was Brandi.  
Brandi was very pretty with her sleek, fine and soft black fur. She didn't like to be picked up and would squirm until she was free, but loved to be pet with long, slow strokes. She always slept with Rebecca, though generally left the bed in the middle of the night.  
This morning, when Brandi didn't come running for breakfast when she got up, Rebecca went looking for her and found her lying on the floor in her spare bedroom, unable to get up and not acting normal. Rebecca called me and we got Brandi to an emergency vet clinic. They diagnosed it to most likely be a stroke, and if so, little could be done. They kept her at the hospital, but she crossed the rainbow bridge peacefully several hours later.  
She was a sweet girl, was our Brandi, and we shall all miss her very much.

Marsha H.

She was lost when I first found my little girl, but now that she's gone, I'm the one who is lost without her. I will miss her always and pray she is now in the arms of my dad.

Rae Jean Johnson

You were my first Shar Pei and opened the doors for many more. You stayed with us as long as you could, and gave it your very best. I know you loved Sandbur so much you needed to be with him, and I can understand that. You two were so opposite, Greyhound and Shar Pei, but you were soulmates. Sandbur was your boy. I miss you, but you are with your brothers and sister, Rocky, Sandbur and Spring. You are always in my heart.

Kathy Frahm

Dear God please bless the soul of this very special kitty. He struggled as a kitten with various medical conditions but courageously overcame them. He never complained, never acted finicky or temperamental. He only knew how to love unconditionally. He purred louder than a motorboat. He liked to snuggle and be held upside down in my arms like a small baby. He was my baby, He was barely a year old when without warning God took him from this planet. All so sudden and unexpected, I was not there to say good bye, no last scratch under the chin, no last cuddle of soft warm fur against my cheek and no little rumble of purring in my ear. Good Bye Napolean, I will miss you deeply and think of you often until we can be together again. Please know you were loved in your short lifetime on earth, and will be forever loved in my heart and soul.

Mo and Duchess

My beautiful little boy
Taken form me far too soon
Your name said it all - Murnanari - Great Companion
Every day I wish you were still here to shake my hand, lick my face and jump on me when I come home.
I won't ever understand how you could be taken so soon, before you even had a chance to grow up.
You touched so many in your short life.

Never to be forgotten and always in my heart.

Kim Whiting

We hope you are at Rainbow Bridge with full use of your legs and you are romping through the fields waiting for the day you are with us again. You broke into my heart, and the day you died it broke my heart. I'll never love another because there never will be another Nashua. Thank you for 12 wonderful years. We'll see you soon!

The Taylor Family

Natasha - You are gone, but never forgotten.
Sleep well in heaven dear friend. Until we meet again.

Mark Collins & Jason Fields

I lost Nathaniel to a snake bite in the throat. He was a tough character with a heart of gold.

Cindy

In loving memory of Native Dancer, beloved Flat-Coated Retriever and "silliest dog in the history of the world and all planets." Magnificent companion and soul-mate, who fought a courageous battle against lymphoma for eight months and three days -- and won.

Susan E. Manila

I'm sorry I didn't protect you better, like I'd promised. I wish I knew where you are, or what happened to you. If I had to do it all again, I'd never let you go--never.
You made me the happiest in my whole life.
I think of you often and miss you terribly.
I hope there's a rainbow bridge for horses, too.

Diane

Ned was a rescue my son James and I got while living in Houston, TX in 1992. He was an oversized brindle with the biggest heart ever.
As a recovering cancer patient I spent a lot of sleepless nights, Ned at my side, worrying what would happen to James if I died.  
At Thanksgiving, 1995 my youngest daughter living in NJ and my granddaughter were in a terrible accident and nearly killed. The company I worked for transferred me to NJ to be closer to her - so with Ned in tow away we went.  
Ned made the transition much easier for my son.  
Last year my 14-year-old son James was killed in an accident following an illegal high-speed chase by the NJ State Police. In the following months Ned was always there by my side, seeing me through the grief and tears, sitting with me through all the screaming.  
On Valentines Day this year I lost Ned. He was sitting on the couch with me, like always - as close as he could get.  
James and I had discussed where Ned would be buried and so I took him home to West Virginia and he is now buried up on top of the mountain where James was born and knew as home for 8 years.  
I imagine they are together, because Ned was really James dog is so many ways.  
Thanks for listening.

Mary McMillion

My beloved Neither, I didn't know what to bury you with, you didn't have any favorite toys... so I am sending this message to you instead. We are all doing fine but we miss you so much. The kittens are getting big and I told Lucy you passed on. She says, "Mrrroow." She misses you too, but she understands. You were my first kitty and you will always be my favorite Grey kitty.

Love, Meowmy

Mommy Cat left our family today by the hands of a vicious dog. I am so consumed with grief and guilt that the tears are flowing as I write this. The only comforting thought I have is the vision of her sitting on our Lord's lap with all of our other loved ones around. Remember Mommy Cat and our family in your prayers as I will be remembering all of you.

Rebecca Tinsley

God Bless Nell

Pookie

Nellie was always my special little piggie, so loving and bright eyed. I will miss you dearly and will always love you!! I know you are no longer suffering and are having fun with Kirby, Pucky and Chick. You are my little dolly and I love you!!

Kathy Wipf

Nellie was a truly special cat, although partly wild, she loved her people that she adopted! When she gave birth to her litter, one of which was Zee Zee, she ran all over the house, almost giving birth, drooping and trailing, but she wouldn't give up until she had dragged her favourite blanket into the middle of the living room, and had persuaded all five of us humans to sit down, then she commenced to give birth, if one of us made to stand up or leave, she would yeowl at us and start to stand up herself, we HAD to stay right there until she had given birth to all seven kittens, she cleaned them and then one by one she deposited one kitten each at our feet keeping the two extras at her side, of course when the time came to give away the kittens, we chose families we knew for them, and we kept Zee Zee the runt of the litter, we loved Nellie dearly and she showed her love to us very markedly, with presents, hugs and kisses, if a dog came near the house, she would stand with he fur up in front of us and growl and spit at the dog, not going towards it, but shepherding her family back into the house, into safety, We all loved her deeply, and miss her greatly, I look forward to the reuniting of our hearts when my time comes to join her.

Lynda

Bye Nelsi, my most well behaved puppy. You have always been so sweet. I love you always.

Ingrid Thompson

Nelson - my baby son... what can I say that I haven't told you over and over in my prayers. My first " chosen" baby. He climbed into my purse while I was waiting for my friend to choose a new puppy. I left, leaving him behind -- I had not gone to buy a dog... I had enough who needed me. Nevertheless, on the way home, I was compelled to turn around and buy him. He was so cute. I now know why I had to have him. Nelson had so many problems. Most notably, he was epileptic. He would have horrible seizures that scared me to death until I knew how to handle them. Although Nelson loved me with all his heart, he was still sort of " cat-like" and aloof - independent like a cat. He wanted me to think that he didn't need me. But I knew better. When he had a seizure, it scared him.. He would come to mommy. He would climb into my lap even though he didn't really know who or where he was at that time. I would just talk soothingly, pet him and comfort him until it was over. I know so many others would have put him down or given him away, but I could never do that. Nelson - you gave me so many years of companionship and unconditional love. You were my rock, my sounding board, my baby, my best friend. Although you have been gone, your wonderful heart giving out on you after all that you had been through, I still think of you every day. I miss you so much. My heart breaks when I think of you. I still cry when I talk about you. I live for the day when I see you again. Please take care of Andy, Sophie, and Nischka for me. Let Nischka keep your ears clean for you so you don't have any trouble with them. I have my " Nelson angel" that Sheryl gave me for Christmas and I see it every day. Thank you for getting in my purse and finding me. You chase those birds and squirrels and have fun my baby. I'll see you on the Rainbow Bridge. Love, mom

Julie Renfrow

Feline Leukemia took my friend from me. I felt that our time was not done, but I thank God that He was so good to answer prayer. She is greatly missed.

Cindy

The best friend that I have ever had.
Thank you for the years of unconditional love that you gave to me. You were my buddy and you will live on forever in my heart.

Calvin Brownhill

Newfie you were my special friend who I could depend on in my good times and especially the bad times. We spent a lot of time travelling this country. I will remember all he times and places that we visited.

You have passed on to a better place where you are not suffering any more. For that I am glad but I will miss you and keep me near to my heart. You will be remembered always

Bye for now my little friend.

Hugi

To my beautiful girl
I will miss you forever

Gina Viggiano

My baby girldog Newtie, you were a joy in our lives. Your gentle spirit touched all who knew you. I will miss your smiles in the morning, your goodnight visits and your hugs and kisses. You will never be forgotten, my loving girl - I will come for you at the bridge.

Shelly

To Newtson,
   I want to thank you for all the years of fun and frolic you gave to this family. You have NO idea what a void you have left in this house the last week; we open the cat food and there's no Newty to lick the can, I get out of the shower, and there's no Newty to lick my feet, I've only slept in my bed 1 night since you left on the 27th, as every night--YOU are not there... As you can probably guess Newtson, I am having a very hard time with this; as are Tasha and Bolo. But, I guess this is the price we pay for loving you and having many wonderful years of laughter and fun.
    Until we meet again,
    Toni, Tasha, and Tanya

P.S. Say hello to Bucky Bola! Tell her we miss her too. And we know your happier up there playing with her than you would be laying around here with this fat old pigger!!

Toni Thomas

Our baby for 16 years. We know you're in a better place. Please watch over Mommy, Daddy, & Macha. We'll all be together again one day. We love you and miss you.

Jeff & Debbie Estep

She was a perfect angel. I still miss her and love her. I always will.

J.C. Young

To my little Nicky, Mom misses you so much. It breaks my heart to walk to the door and not see you there wagging your tail. I knew your time was coming soon, but I didn't expect it to come so quickly. Mom loves you, little boy.

Dear Nichole:

I miss our naps in each others' arms. I miss your cleanings, it seemed I was never clean enough for you. I miss your purr, your meow, most of all your companionship. You always seemed to know when I was down, and how to make me feel better. Hope you and Mom and Dad are having fun at Rainbow Bridge. Take care of them for me, someday we'll be together again. I love you always.

Sandy Heglund

You were there for me during the good times and the bad times. I could always count on you to brighten my day. You were a loving and gentle angel despite your health problems. There wasn't a soul that met you that didn't fall in love with you.
This morning was mine and your big brother Ben's first morning without you. I cried and he laid his head on my lap.
Last night we snuggled together as if to console each other.
We miss and love you so much Nicki. You were my best friend and Ben's teacher.
May God bless and keep my little furbaby till we all meet at the Rainbow Bridge.

Deb Costello

Nicki was a dear friend and companion. He is terribly missed.

Kim

Much Love and forever to be missed!

To my white blue eyed angel who came to me in my darkest despair and walked with me toward the light. 17 years wasn't nearly long enough. I'll be looking for you over the bridge. I know you'll be waiting to give me rough tongued kisses and soothing nightime purrs once again. Until then, my tears will cleanse my pain and heal my heart and keep us snuggled close and warm in my dreams. So my sweet Nicki Kitty - here's to an eternity of heartful love and spirit connection. You'll always the best of the best!!

thank you for putting this page together! This has been very healing for me to see how others are grieving for their beloved companions too! I miss her so much it hurts my heart every day!

Blessings,

Mariah Mannia

We adopted Nickerson at a bed and breakfast that we frequent. It is an exotic animal farm and one of the employees had gotten him in trade for some guinea pigs. She was unfamiliar with the animal and wanted to sell it. We purchased him and brought him home. He had never been handled and was slow to warm up to us. It took a long time before we could come close without him balling up and hissing at us. He was our first furbaby which gives him special significance. He loved running water and the sound of the vacuum cleaner. He became ill and we fought a hard battle to save him, but in the end we lost. He will always be in our hearts and thoughts. He will be missed but we know that we will one day again be together.

Bob and Kim Roberts

I don't know when she came into this world, I got her when she was too young to care for herself, and bottle fed her, she grew to be a strong adult, full of life, loving, and fast, I admired her spirit and strength...I don't know the exact moment she left this world, I found her, asleep, long gone...I miss ya, nic-nac, paddy whack give the cat a bone...*LOL* I love your granddaughter, and great granddaughter, who looks much like you! See you someday! :)

Liz McMaster

VALE (FAREWELL)

We were together for a long, long time  
you were there through my pain and my fears  
and many times I saw your tears.  
As my sight dimmed and my hearing diminished,  
you were always there to protect and to guide,  
and I was always there by your side.  
When my time was up I saw your tears, I clung to life,  
I did not want to leave your side  
and you did not want to let me go,  
I knew how much you loved me so.  
Don't ever think you betrayed me,  
I was confused at what was taking place,  
you showed me the greatest love,  
by letting me come to this better place.  
The tears will lessen the pain will ease,  
please don't be sad,  
think of all the good times that we had.  
I know your heart is heavy and you find it hard to smile,  
remember you can always talk to me,  
I am still by your side.  
I hear you say the house is empty  
and it is as quiet as a tomb,  
just remember that I am no longer suffering  
and someday we will all bloom.  
One day we will be together,  
till then the angels take care of my best friend,  
I know you have asked God to look after me  
and He will till we meet again.  
For now I will play with my cookie  
and eat chocies until then,  
I will throw myself into your arms  
and I will never leave you again.

Written by Dolores Blatchford, in loving Memory of Nigel a Pug Dog, her faithful dog and loyal friend, 1980-1998.

Nigel was really Michael's cat. Somehow he could make Michael forget his persistent pain, send him back to sleep when he needed rest. Nigel was lovingly called ''our gay boy.'' He gloried in his ''feminine side.'' He played surrogate "MOTHER" to three tiny kittens over the years, carrying them around, washing and grooming them, snuggling them up to him, and teaching them how to be cats (including how to use the litter box and how to "hunt" out the window). He especially loved his partner (Spot). He was our official "greeter cat" at the door when guests came. He would do tricks, and make problems to solve, like putting things inside other things and then working with persistence for minutes to extract them. Anything long and draggable was a favorite: sashes, belts, rope, and ribbon. We could roll up a long braided-cord toy and he would fetch it back with a soft "mrrrow," right up to the last month of his life. We would tell him, "Wastebasket, Nigel!" and he would go and jump into it. He enjoyed unwashed socks and underwear, and would drag such items around if given the chance (could be embarrassing!).

Nigel was diagnosed with end stage kidney failure nearly three years ago. The vet said such early onset was unusual. I took the task of palliative care for myself, because it would have been too hard for Michael to do. I also did not want Nigel to associate Michael with anything unpleasant. I managed to alter his diet and improve his overall condition. But it was clear that he was in a final decline for the past month, and we were determined not to let him become reclusive and dehydrated and fearful of contact. We planned everything out, as though that would make it easier (Sure; right!) We know we did the kindest thing, but it still hurts. Our top cat. Way too young to go. Our boy. Our Nigel.

Ace and Michael

The greatest gift of all  
Is our canine's love of man  
Each day joys to be added  
To the string of pearls  
That our memory has ..  
Pearls of joy we picture...  
The streak of black  
Exploding through the snow  
Body stretched and twisting  
A picture of black and glistening light  
Breathless with laughter and joy  
We watch as puppy bodies  
Slip and fall  
As he explores ten million scents  
Everyone at once  
But best of all  
Is their gift of love  
Day or night, at your feet  
A slumbering shag rug  
Tucked close, body touching mine  
The ever watchful eyes  
Where is mom  
Keep her in sight  
A contented sigh  
When all is at rest  
The day begins  
The day ends  
The ever complete circle of love  
The adoring eyes  
The wagging tail  
Doggie kisses  
Love touching love  
Trust, hope, companionship  
A delicate and beautiful thing  
Joy, Happiness, Life  
A canine friend

--Rita Hemmings

Gentle, intelligent, friend and helper.

Jeff and Jan

A wonderful friend gone but not forgotten.  
Kesha has come to stay, she checks your garden every day.  
We have gone for many walks, she is exploring all your tracks and enjoys chasing the birds.  
I think you would have liked her.

We didn't have much time to say good bye,  
But I couldn't let you suffer.  
Till we meet again good bye my friend.  
Niketa von prinzenwald 1991 - 1998

Anne Hodges

My beloved Niki I love you. It has been along time since you have gone away, but I still feel you. You walk through my heart often. I'll see you again boy because 15 years was not long enough. Run free.

Althea

All the wonderful love our little girl shared with us over the years remains fresh and sweet even though your loss from our lives is so recent. You loved us unconditionally and you gave us respite from a sometimes harsh world. You will never be forgotten our little one and your legacy will live on in our hearts as long as we draw breath on this earth. Some day my baby we will be reunited at Rainbow Bridge and we will once again share the love and affection we did here on earth. I know my baby you are well and happy now and your little body is whole and healthy. We miss you from our lives but you live on in our hearts forever. Save us a mooch for when we are reunited as we are storing up our hugs and kisses for you. God bless your beautiful heart Niki and be happy as you play with the others who have gone before you and those you have paved the wave for behind you. Your daddy and I love you dearly and miss your dear little soul. Be brave as always little one and know that Brutus remains here with us to keep us company until his time to join you and remember to wait for him at the bridge.

Debra Farmer

Niki was a special little girl and will live in our hearts forever. The pain of losing her is still fresh and we miss her so.

Ron and Ronnie Ehrlich

Nikita was a special little girl to us. She was so happy all the time and loved life so much. She was just starting to really show her confidence and pride in herself, playing with and loving everyone she met. She died suddenly on June 5th at 6:30 AM. As usual she was in our room. When my wife gets up she goes with her to make the morning coffee and to potty. Then she comes back upstairs jumps in bed with me to cuddle for a few minutes before we go for our morning walk. When she got in bed on this morning she seemed perfectly normal. I kissed her and told her I loved her like I always did. I walked into the bathroom while she waited on the bed for me. As soon as I entered the bathroom not more than 10 feet away she cried out. I thought it was another older dog we have that was in the room too, Jacob. Then she cried again, and I ran into the room. She was already dead, just that fast. I gave her CPR but the vet said it was a heart defect that is sometimes seen in Rottweilers. We loved her so much, and she loved us. It hasn't been a month yet but we cry every day. We miss her so much. Our hearts are broken that our little girl had to leave us so soon. We have several Rottweilers but she was like none we have ever owned. She was such a sweet and loving little girl. We miss you little girl, and we love you so much.

Ed Tolley

Nikki, you made our hearts smile. Know you are missed!
We love you!
MJ, Beev, Ms. B and Sarge

To Nikki Nelson, Most beloved friend. Thank-you for letting me know unconditional love. Thank-you for all the lesson you taught me. Thank-you for being the closest example to what Christ wants us all to be that I have ever known. Thank-you for comforting me when nothing else could. I miss you more than you could ever know, and my heart will be wrapped around you for eternity. Love, Mom

Judi Nelson

Nikki was my little "peanut", my little old woman. I loved her more than any words could ever explain. She was the "queen bee" and always will be. She would of given her life for me and I would of given mine for her. God how I love and miss her. See you over the bridge peanut.

Alicia

Nikki was a member of our family for 12 years. She never failed to amaze us with her intelligence, loyalty, and unconditional love. She will be missed terribly.

Jan & Jerry

Please pray that I will see my beautiful Nikkie again. I hope she is having fun across the Rainbow Bridge. You were such a demanding cat, but I am glad God gave you to me. I love and miss you, Beautiful Nikkie.

VJ

We thank the Lord for sending us such a wonderful gift in the shape of a black pekinese.  
Niko we miss you so much I still hear you in our home. I am certain we will meet you again some day.  
You give us love and joy during your life and we will never ever forget you.  
I hope you are playing with many new friends. Go and be free!  
WE LOVE YOU.  
Send you lots of kisses on your cheeks.

Mama, papa, Alejandro y Laura.

Laura Correa

A letter to Nina  

Dear Nina,  
I found out the other day about Rainbow Bridge.  
It must be a wonderful place it sure does sound like it. I'm so happy that you aren't suffering anymore and that you have friends that will look after you until I get there. Everyone here says hello and although they miss you very much they're happy too that you are again healthy and strong.  
I was thinking about getting another boxer someday.  
But I don't know if I could love one like I loved you.  
I know you would want me to, but you don't know how much I miss you.  
You know there is a song called a summer place and when I hear it I think of you on the other side of rainbow bridge, and it makes me happy but it also makes me sad.
I would give anything to have you back. I never thought losing you would hurt so much.  
Take care, Ninskers  
Always in our hearts  
Love, Mom and Dad  
Jason and Allison  
April 17,1998

Feline Leukemia took my friend from me, but I thank God that He gave me so many good years with her.

Cindy

Nipper was the mother of 5 baby cats, Shara, Morris, Oscar, Fles and Garfield. She also adopted a stray named Angie. Nipper was a fun loving cat and would give you unconditional love. She raised her son Shara with the help of her brother Conac.
We got Nipper when she was 4 months old and l fell in love right away. Her life span was 12-13 years and l guest l should be happy that she lived so much longer than she was supposed too. Good-bye Nipper we love you.

Veronika Hering

Nicki was a beautiful, intelligent dog. She was a little girl's best friend and a wonderful companion to my dad. Sadly she died at a young age. My eyes fill with tears nearly 20 years after first laying eyes on my best friend. She is still very sadly missed.
I love you Nick.

Betty Schlueter

Nischka - my big girl. I loved you so much. You always took care of me, guarding me when I walked at night, keeping watch over the house and yard, chasing bad guys out. You looked so fierce but had such a sweet nature. You were so good to Travis, and Royce, Travis and I loved you so. You hid your pain from me until you could no longer. I'm so sorry you had to suffer so. The hardest thing I ever had to do was look into your trusting eyes and have to let you go. I know you know I did everything I could. I am so thrilled to know that you are no longer in pain and that you are running and playing like you loved to do. I hope you are watching over all my other babies as you did for me. I think of you all the time and I miss you so much.

Love you - Julie

The light of my life. You were always the strong one through all the ups and downs of my life. You gave me two beautiful boys, Rocky and BJ, with my beloved Casey. And now the time has come for you to join Casey and Rocky and that crazy cat, Jonathan. My heart aches, my mind is blank and the house is so very quiet. But I must be strong for BJ. I see and hear you barking at me and him, for it's his time to shine now.

You were my heart and soul, my sweet Nissa, and once again you are leader of the pack with the rest of your family in what I call "Puppy Heaven" and I'll take care of our BJ.

I love you my darling, your strength is in my heart, combined with Casey's devotion, Rocky's playfulness and Jonathan's stubbornness. I've learned from all of you and you are all in my heart forever.

My heart is with all of you, my babies, I love you and miss you all desperately. You are all with BJ and I.

Diane

Noah, You were so little when you went to the bridge our time together too short. I know that you will be waiting for me so we can share our morning together again. I'm not there yet but soon, when I do get there what fun we will have! Stay with Damian and Beau they will play with you until I get there. I love you my little golden cat. Mommy

My dearest Noel:
I lost you when I was just 15. You and I had been raised together. You were the smartest dog I had ever known, and you were my best friend. Losing you was a scorching pain in my chest. The pain is now the dull ache I have whenever I think of you, and how much I miss your charm and sweetness. I love you with all my heart, and hope that one day we will be reunited forever.

Suzanne Kitwin

Noir was my constant companion for 18 years. I found her when she was a few weeks old in my grandfathers barn. I was most impressed by her feistiness.(Lots of hissing coming from such a tiny creature) She road home snuggling on my shoulder and we were together ever since. Noir was my family and my life line. She taught me the true meaning of unconditional love. She was such a striking cat with a coat of grey, white, and brown fur with black tiger stripes and leopard spots. She had the most incredible green eyes which were accented by black eyeliner. Her nose looked like a pink gum drop outlined in black. Her tail had black rings around it from the base going up to the tip. She was very expressive always announcing herself as she entered a room, came down the stairs or jumped up onto something ...with a purrrt. She loved to sleep over my heart and under the covers every night. She was very smart...always checking out anything or any one new brought into the house. Jumping was her forte...she could jump as high as your chest when she was playing or getting up onto things.

Here are a few of her favorite things:

being brushed, petted on her stomach and scratched under her chin as well as the base of her tail

playing with ribbon ...she loved to help me wrap a present

eating chicken, cheese, crackers as well as her cat food...select care...and of course pounces

snuggling with me and pawing and rubbing her face on my chin while purring

bathing...she was a very clean cat

She was a very dear and special friend to me and I feel so blessed that she chose me to share her life with. She saved my life and filled it with unconditional love and support. I will miss her with all my heart.

Lee Anne

Nog was a permanent resident, not being releasable back into the wild due to a cat tearing off a wing when she was young. I grew to think of her as part of my family, and I'll miss her as surely as I'd miss one of my dogs.
One little bat isn't much in the grand scheme of things, but she was an individual soul who was loved. Bats are supposed to live ten years, and I had counted on having that time with her.

Debbie Kemmerer

To the best friend anyone could ever have...

I love you Noireau and I can't wait to go up to heaven and cross rainbow bridge with you so we can meet again! You are always in my heart.

Love always, Linda Jolivet (age 20)

P.S. thank you for inspiring me to pursue my animal care studies.

To a very special toy poodle who I will miss very much and hope to see again in the future.

Kathleen Murray

Partner in Social/Therapy Dog team

Willow & Manuel Miranda

In loving memory of the Nomes: Nomad, leading the life of a wanderer, roaming. Into our lives he roamed, for a short time. Giving joy and love, also receiving joy and love. Throwing his ball into a lap, expectantly, wanting it back. His playful, sloppy tongue, slurping, dripping. His playful affectionate nipping. Words can't describe what he's left in his wandering, it leaves us pondering. But remember, wherever he roames, he'll always be OUR NOMES. WE LOVE YOU NOMAD

Ellen and Russ KelleyIn

He had no name; he barely had people. He was a wild-born cat, who I could not convince my parents to trap and neuter and adopt. Neither could I (nor, frankly, would I) convince them to stop feeding him. Sadly, my parents are not wise in the ways of animals, and are getting on in years. They don't always think too swiftly, or hear very well. The little cat must have climbed into their car's engine, and -- to my parents' minds -- disappeared. My poor husband found that the cat had probably been killed when the car's engine was started up. I pray he died quickly and painlessly, but I feel awful that I had not just the week before insisted on trapping him and taking him somewhere where he would be cared for. Though I know the cat might have been killed in some equally horrifying way otherwise, I feel a dreadful responsibility for not having given stronger voice to what I thought of my parents' thoughtless actions. I've promised myself that because I must now parent my own parents as they grow older, I will not allow them to treat any other animals in this way, and will closely supervise any interactions they may have with them. It makes me so sad both for the cat and for my parents, and for my dear husband, who had only recently been reconciling his loss of our dear pet cat.

Linda

I am adding this tribute on the one year anniversary of Noodle's death. I have had a hard time dealing with it--it's been hard to think about her without starting to cry. She was such a blessing to me. She was extremely friendly and affectionate, and I miss her so much. On Sunday, September 14, 1997, Noodle had a stroke, and we took her to the vet to put her to sleep. She is now running and sniffing around in the fields of heaven, and I look forward to seeing her again one day.

Kristine

To My Beautiful Sweet Wild Smart Funny NOOGIE,
I love you forever and pray to see you again someday. You were an incredible cat. Whenever I felt bad, there you were, with your little "Brrr?" (Are you OK?) Whenever I fed you, you would look up at me and give me a little nose-kiss if I was within reach, and a little "Brrr!" (thank you) before you took one bite. For almost 14 years you were my dear friend, my little mother, and my precious child.
You were a skilled huntress, famous throughout the neighborhood.
You fought off a large animal (coyote? raccoon?) and won. The trip to the cat ER was worth every cent. When you disappeared for several days I was sick with worry and missed a Bonnie Raitt concert to look for you. You were well worth it.
You were so spirited, independent, strong, yet sweet, I thought you'd live to be at least 20. But you were vulnerable too, and when your dear little body wore out, you accepted it with grace. I have so much respect for you. I could go on and on, but I'll just say "Noogie, I love you forever and pray we meet again."

Anne Chase Mattson

I miss you Nopa, my beautiful little cat. You were a joy to know and love.

Brian Galloway

Nora you are my angel now. Please watch over me night and day, don't you ever forget that my purple pillow and blanket that you died in will be with you. You are my one and only best friend. I will miss you. When we meet again we will meet in youth at Rainbow Bridge. Farewell my beloved cat.

Sincerely, Kristine Norris (12 yrs.)

We love and miss you.

Sierra and Tasha

To our loving Norman, who took care of us and gave us the warmth and love we needed when we got him!!
We love you with all our hearts and souls, we will miss you until our time.
We will never forget the love and tenderness you gave us, You were a son to us, and you thought us that.
We will always remember you, always, We love you, and miss you !!

Ignacio, Monica and Isabella

Another one of my pets to die from FeLV. I didn't know at the time what was the matter with my little "Sporty Boy", in fact I didn't know until I lost my last cat to FeLV, but he isn't sick anymore.

Cindy

My best friend, I miss you every day. I miss your wagging tail greeting me when I come home.

Diane

My precious "MOMMY MAN" was my special beloved friend. He loved me no matter what and was always there for me. I miss him so very much.

Linda Mitchell-Lawyer

To our dear "Nuggie",

It's been 2 weeks since you've left us and I still can't believe that you are gone. You have filled our house for over 11 years, almost the whole time we've lived there and it is so empty without you. We all miss you so, your presence, your being, your love.
You were the best dog, always happy to see us, giving total unconditional love to anyone who would accept it. Even with all the cancer that was within your body, you never complained or let on that there was something wrong. We didn't know, Nuggie, that you were so, so sick.
But now you are in Rainbow Bridge, healthy again, and waiting for a time, as Bruce, Patrick and I are too, when we're together again.
Some times I look up into the sky and see you standing there, looking down, wagging your tail, looking at me with those eager, shining eyes.
I know you're happy and in no pain and that is what comforts us now, through the emptiness and the grief.
Please remember that you will always be with us, in our thoughts and in our hearts. You were the best 'puppy dog' anyone could ever have.

We love you, Nugget..

Barb, Bruce and Patrick

My Dearest Nuggi,

You came into my life when you were two years old. You already had your own personality, and it was a personality that I loved. For 10 wonderful years you were my snuggler. You were there when I was happy, and when I was sad. Now my arms are empty, and how I grieve. I still cry when I think of you. Good-bye my friend. You will never be forgotten. I hope you are happy, and one day we will be together again to cross the Rainbow Bridge.

Cyndi Taylor

Nussey you'll always be in my heart. Spooky, Munchkin and Kokopelli miss you. We'll see you someday at the Bridge. I love you.

Conni

Nutty was loved by many and will be sadly missed by all but especially Terry.

Sue

Right from birth, you were special. Your gentle and loving ways grabbed hold of my heart and never let go. You made the voyage overseas to begin a new life with Madeleine and her family. Your outward beauty was a reflection of the inner beauty radiating outward toward everyone around you. The dreams and hopes built around you were not to be...but, the privilege of knowing one of the true "Gentlest of Giants" was ours in this lifetime. It is not easy to understand why you had to move on - we wanted more time with you. You, lovingly and bravely, gave us all of the time you had.  
We shall miss you so very much, Shadow.  
Until we meet again, rest well my friend,  

Laurel Grams-Remington