Rainbow Bridge
This page
is dedicated to those loved ones that held a special place in the hearts of those
who loved them.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor;
those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we
remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are
happy and content, except for one small thing: they each miss someone very
special, someone who was left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops
and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body begins to
quiver. Suddenly, he breaks from the group, flying over the green grass, faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special
friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted
again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the
beloved head, and you look once more into those trusting eyes, so long gone
from your life, but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together...
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Dash aka K's Passion Dash 2/99 - 11/12/09 Dot aka Bingo Queen 3/28/99 - 11/15/08 Maggie aka ML Magnetic 12/20/96 - 7/17/09 Went to play with her friend Honey on 7/17/2009.
Ellen aka M's Ellen's Memo 4/1/99 - 6/13/09
Blast Aweigh 2/11/02 - 5/18/09 Chandler aka Ed's Skydiver 1/2/97 - 5/3/09 Haily Blair 9/26/99 - 3/9/09 Haily was everyone's BFF. Nobody was a stranger to her. Her hugs and kisses will be with us always!
R.J.s Squigly aka Estate 5/9/00 - 3/5/09
Estate, when we first saw you at the reunion and found out that you and Fuzz were actually littermates, we were so excited to be able to see you. We thought you were the most beautiful princess that we had ever seen. As fate would have it, you were returned to the group, and we were asked if we would like to foster you. From the first moment you walked into our home, we knew we could never let you go!! Fuzz and Topper knew you belonged here too! When we adopted you, we were so blessed to have such a beautiful princess living with us. You were so loving, graceful, and so very loyal, and you gave such wonderful kisses to everyone that you met. Everyone thought you were so beautiful. You became known as my Diva Dog, and I called you my Chunky Monkey (you had a few extra pounds you know!!) You were simply the love of my life!! We always had your nails painted so that they would match your collars. And of course a Princess has to have a tiara, which you did and wore gracefully. You had your own line of jewelry too! When we finally found out that you had cancer it was too late to save you, a massive tumor had grown on your shoulder and your quality of life deteriorated so fast thet we were literally blindsided. You finally let us know that you were too tired and in too much pain, and we realized that we had to let you go. Our devastating loss was heaven's gain. our lives were forever changed when we lost you and our home seems so very empty. Fuzz and Topper still look for you, I guess they're wondering what happened to their big sister. I've always heard that God will give you the desires of your heart, so I know when I reach Heaven and open my mansion's door you'll be waiting for me. So wait patiently my princess, and we will be together again!!
Oceans of love,
Mom. Dad. Tori. and the boys
Cabbie aka Cabin Fever 2/19/02 - 3/4/09 Cabbie,
When you walked into our home and sailed up into the middle of our bed, you instantly became part of our family. We quickly realized that we hadn't adopted you, you had adopted us. From the thrills of watching you run free at the baseball field to laughing while watching you "roach", every part of our lives has been changed by you. You have made us better people and have deepened our love for greyhounds and our commitment to helping save as many lives as we can.
Until we meet again,
Jeff, Jessica, Mary-Rachel, Hawkeye and Millie
Petunia And so, with a very heavy heart , tears and endearing love, we said "goodbye" to our 'tunie this afternoon and guided her across Rainbow Bridge. By now she is across the bridge and looking for Smoke, Rivet and Sugars (if they weren't right there waiting for her). Night Night sweet puppy; we will miss you forever. Blaze aka Hoot-N-Scoot 5/19/97 - 2/14/09 A gentle soul when he came into our lives – making them richer beyond our wildest dreams – and an even gentler soul when he left.
Tell anyone who will listen all your stories – I’ll still be listening for them!
You were our perfect one! A gentleman to the end.
Run free and play with the squirrels and birds & give Halle & Sheba kisses and love from us.
Missing you terribly & loving you even more,
Mom, Dad & one very lonely Easy Dog Hercules 3/2/1998 - 2/2009 Layla (SMA's Sevenseaso) 6/16/1998 - 12/5/2008 Layla was a total love. Once she recovered from her arthritis she would pogo as you came in the door. She was so bouncy and full of life (she took after Nitro). Layla will truly be missed by those of us who knew her best. Run my sweet girl, after the butterflies in the meadow; you will no longer have to struggle to take a breath. Abita Foxie 01/1997 - 11/13/2008 ML Dusty Trail & ML Wedding Bells - 12/10/1994 - 11/2008 Dusty came into our lives in April, 2002. Ann and I walked into a meet & greet in Summerville and I announced I had come to get a greyhound. The people laughed and said that is not how it works. We talked and two wonderful ladies came to visit and brought Dusty and another grey. After the visit we had almost decided on the other grey when Ann said “I really like Dusty. I passed that message to Judy and the rest is history. In February, 2004 we got an email with a picture of the prettiest girl in the world. We were told she was Dusty’s littermate. The moment Ann saw the picture I knew we had two doggies. When I would pack the car for a trip Bells would lay in the hall and turn her head as I walked by so as to not make eye contact. Dusty would just watch with those big ears straight up. When I would return they would be standing at the door, tails wagging, saying want to go for a walk. I always did regardless of how tiered I was and we all felt better for it. Dusty and Bells came into this world together December 1994 and departed November 2008. They loved each other very much and loved us and we loved them very much. I know I will see them again at Rainbow Bridge wagging their tails and saying, want to go for a walk, we will and we’ll all feel better for it. P's Bella 6/6/1995- 11/2008 She was the sweetest of dogs and our only girl...she will be greatly missed. "She will live in our hearts forever." Bingo Queen aka Dot 3/28/1999 - 11/15/2008 Snow Rain aka Edie 6/17/1996 - 10/29/2008 Edie's forever life began with us January 25, 2003. She was a dainty little waif of a girl with a sweet face and magnetic eyes that could melt an iceberg. Stetson Hat and Edie liked each other immediately and from that day on were always together. Edie was quiet and always hung back when meeting people, waiting patiently to be invited forward for a hug. She truly perked up whenever we reached for her leash suddenly dancing, jumping straight up and down, always barking as if letting the neighborhood know: "hear ye, hear ye...let it be known that I am now going for a walk!" On the walk, no matter who started out in front, Edie always snuck up on the outside and stealthily took the lead. She so enjoyed 'showing off' racing around the backyard always out-running even the youngsters MaggieMay and Lacey that also joined our family. MaggieMay and Edie became joined at the hip..Edie just adored her new sister. Our baby was diagnosed with osteosarcoma on October 14th in both sholders and hips..we sent her to Rainbow Bridge to be with Stetson Hat once again on October 29th.
Trio Tibbs aka Tio 12/29/2004 - 9/30/2008
Star aka Nik 10/98 - 8/08. I renamed him "Nikolai" because he is regal. He loves to visit with Stetson Hat 7/2/96 - 7/12/08
Stetson was our big ole' lover-boy. He was a velcro man through and through. He loved car rides, long walks, stuffies (he treated them like babies) sunny siestas in the grass and comfy beds. Not a day went by when he didn't tell us he loved us. He was strong and brave and loving with a huge heart and a comical side. It was love at first sight the day we picked him up. Stets will be in our hearts forever.
Look Out Below Lucky
We love you buddy! We know that you are at last in a place where you can run free and not feel any pain anymore. Be good and watch out for Cocoa and Riccochet-thay are there with you, too.
Bold Guardian aka Fletcher 1/1/1996 - 2/7/2008 Rivet 5/24/97 - 1/7/2008 Amadeus 8/30/00 - 12/28/07 Halle Berry 5/17/01 - 12/23/07 The Greyhound named Halle Berry
We love you and miss you with all our hearts. Run whole and run free (show them your wheels)!
Mom & Dad, Easy, Blaze & Sheba, and all the foster furkids that learned your "sweet & loving ways"
RC Bright Eyes "Brighty" 5/28/1994 - 10/21/2007 MISTY DEE 12/5/2002 - 10/18/2007 From the first day she arrived, Misty Dee was always a little different. She flew US Air into Charlotte, did a Meet & Greet, and rode home with Judy instead of traveling on a hauler from Florida to Columbia. For the longest time, she refused to walk on white floors. To her, having her nails trimmed was sheer torture. She hated sharing the couch with certain foster dogs. She thought "sit" meant to lay in the sphinx position. She learned to crawl by watching Missy. She decided carrots were special treats only after watching Tuckett devour them. And from Daniel, she learned that the "human" bed was even more comfortable than the couch.
She never failed to make us laugh, especially when she started tossing her favorite stuffie around the den. She was always ready to give you a kiss or lay her head in your lap, on your chest or on your shoulder. A true "Daddy's Girl" she loved laying at Bubba's feet and sharing his snacks. And she delighted in stealing a drink of his milk when he wasn't looking.
From her coloring to her habits to her personality-she was one of a kind. We were blessed to have her and her idiosyncrasies in our life. We watched as she lived each day to the fullest. While she will be greytly missed, she will never be forgotten. She's left too many paw prints in our hearts.
Dee, I saw the rainbow you sent today, and I understand.
Run fast and free, sweet girlie. We'll see you at the Bridge.
Joyce, Bubba and Daniel
Lord Ashridge 3/1998 - 9/2007
ML Hickory Smoke 1994 - 2007
Texas 4/1996 - 8/2007
ML Cheryl 9/1995 - 7/4/2007
Ml Smoked Denim 11/1995- 6/2007
Renard 10/1997 - 6/2007
RV Wednesday 11/27/1996 - 6/11/2007
We miss our precious princess
May your troubles be less,
Bo Duke 8/23/2002 - 8/22/2007
Snaps Julee 4/26/1991 - 2/27/2007
Skyway Tyler 4/1996 - 2/2007
Nate - DJ's Donneybrook 5/1993 - 1/19/2007
Dreamer 1995 - 12/11/2006
Sophie 1995 - 12/5/2006
Sophie became a part of our family 4 years ago after Judy introduced us to
her. We knew right away she was the one. She brought us so much joy, smiles,
laughs, love and warmth and for that we can never be thankful enough. On December
5th we had to put Sophie down due to a handful of medical problems. It was
the hardest decision to make, but in the end, the right one. She has since
passed on some of her more comical traits to our other Greyhound, Apollo (such
as her impersonation of a kangaroo when its time for a walk, or cleaning her
face on our white walls after eating). Although she was 12 and he is only
3, she has clearly taught him some of life's little lessons. Sophie will always been in our hearts and thoughts! We love and miss you more than you know! Matt, Katie and Apollo Honeymae 1996 - 9/18/06
She had developed bone cancer and after many trips to see Dr. Pirkle @ Shandon
Wood and a referral to a specialist I had to make the decision to let her
rest. When I adopted her from your organization I did not know what a wonderful
friend and companion I was gaining and what a loss I would encounter once
she was gone. I still miss her so much but I do hope to be able to love another
greyhound one day. Thank you so much for connecting me with such a wonderful
friend. I will definitely use your organization again when I decide to adopt
another. Please enjoy the attached picture of Honey. This was taken Christmas
2005 Lad 1998 - 7/28/2006
We lost our sweet Lad to bone cancer last Friday. He was such a brave boy
and fought the battle the best he could, without ever crying or complaining.
Unfortunately, the cancer which originally started in his right front leg
(amputated 5/22) spread to his lungs. Lad wasn't ever the bravest greyhound
around, but you'd never know it the last few months. He made us so proud of
him with his courage and strength. We miss our sweet Laddie Boy dearly, but
we know he is running on the other side of the bridge with our beloved Belle,
who we lost just 5 short months ago. We will see them both again someday. Ricochet 1998 - 7/21/2006
We lost our beloved Captain Ricochet to heart disease- It came on all of
a sudden, with his long-term prognosis not being long enough. We helped him
to go gently into the night with dignity and comfort and in as little pain
as could be managed. He will be missed. There is such a hole in our hearts
right now, but thank goodness for Lucky and Jackie. They help to fill in the
emptiness. Sunshine Passed 6/9/2006
Duke 1/1997 - 11/2006
Sunshine is the white Grey with the brindle on her eye. ML Smoked Amber aka Amber 1994 - 4/25/2006
We fell in love with Amber
the first time we saw her, the day we had our first home visit. We were told
that when her litter was born they were placed on silk pillows. This is when
she became the DIVA.When she came into our house she owned it. But she was
not available to be adopted. A few years later we had the opportunity to adopt
Amber ourselves and jumped on it. Of course Amber jumped right onto our couch.
She was the Princess. If you had an empty hand and it was not touching her
she would flip it until you DID touch her.She did have her quirks she would
let you know if a thunderstorm was coming. You would look to find her and
she was next to the bathtub shaking away. I am not sure that there has been
another greyhound that was as spoiled rotten as she was. She ran into our
lives and our hearts. She will be missed. Armani 1992 - 4/17/2006
I found Armani on Petfinders he was listed as a senior and had a whole slew
of problems. I knew I had to have him. I found out that he was blind in one
eye. He had a serious food allergy to chicken which caused him to lose most
of his hair. He was prone to seizures and had many absesses on his body. When
I talked to the lady at the rescue group she said he loved cats and was fine
with dogs.Well I had done some reseach and knew they could be high-strung.Well
the time arrived he comes out of the car and into the house and well tried
to explore. The cats didnt know what he was. Well he was not high strung at
all in fact he acted like a greyhound and lounged around all day. Well it
was love at first sight.Being that he was an italian greyhound it was only
fitting that he absolutely went crazy when spagetti was being cooked at my
house. Armani had a good life here he had his bed with blankets that he would
hide and dig into.He would sit on top of the couch looking down at the greyhounds
and cats. He would feel bold and try to "box" with one of my cats
which he would get in the play stance and rev his front feet up and down. The
only time you would see him get mean if you tried to take his picture, was
a wee bit camara shy. Armani had a very bad skin problem he would itch and
itch nothing helped. He was losing vision in his other eye which caused him
to get lost in his own backyard. So with heavy heart I had to let my little
man go, so he could run at the Rainbow Bridge.Before we went to the Vet, I
made him a bowl of Prince spaghetti (a Boston Brand),which he ate the whole
thing. When he was at the Vet he was constantly licking my face as to say it
was ok. He knew he had to wait at the bridge a short time for one of his friends
was going to join him very soon. Belle 6/10/1992 - 3/4/2006
A poem that my daughter Meghan wrote for her. Belle is up in heaven now. Belle is healed and happy. She will always be loved and never forgotten. Belle is up in heaven now. Smoke 1995 - 4/13/2006
Sugar 1989 - 4/13/2006
With the heaviest of hearts Nancy and I inform all our wonderful
friends that Smoke and his Peek-A-Poo house mate, Sugars made the Rainbow Bridge Crossing a little after noon today.
Stricken with cancer, and after repeated surgeries, Smoke was continuing to suffer beyond endurance; both his and ours. Little Sugars
was just three and a half weeks shy of her 18th birthday. Old age and the attending health issues signaled her time had come too. We love them too I believe that someday, when our turn comes to cross into Eternal Life,
a loving and caring Lord will reunite us again. For now, they are at peace
at last; we will mourn their passing. God bless them.
Holly 1994 - 4/10/2006
Holly was with us for about 6 weeks she was truly a princess and the other
dogs knew it. She was gentle as could be. She loved to lay in the sun and
loved to be petted. She would jump on the couch put her head in your lap and
look at you like well go ahead and start the petting, and when you stopped
she would look at you again like hey not yet. Holly's birthday was this month and she would be 12.
She is now free to run with her friends and lie in the sun, we know how girls
like to get a tan. Holly you were very loved by all of us in the Smith family and you will be
very much missed...
Bryan ,Sheryl, Kyle, Taylor and of course her foster family
of Will, Alvia, and Lucky..... Atlanta Star AKA- Shrek 2000 - 2/5/2006
Pinell 1995 - 2/1/2006
Here is the picture of Pinell that Greg had blown up for me and framed for
Christmas. It is hanging above my mantle. He is already favoring his front
left leg in this picture, but I still think it looks ok. Pinell was born
2/6/95 and died 2/1/06. I had forgotten when his birthday was and I
remember when I was told he had cancer thinking he wouldn't make it to his
11th b-day - he didn't, but boy did he come close.
Fernando 2002 - 1/4/2006
"Fernando was the greatest dog I have ever known! He was majestic and
handsome. When we went on our daily walks, I was often asked if he was a
deer. He ate dinner with me on a regular basis and would even eat
peppers. Grilled salmon was his favorite dish and I always bought an
extra filet for him. Never in my life have I been so touched by a friend
such as Fernando. He expressed his love to me freely and I was so proud
of him. I will always love Fernando and he will always have a very
special place in my heart. Fernando, you have given me love and joy and
you will always be with me."
Rustic 1993 - 12/29/2005
Rustic was littermate to Missy, Wheatie, Zeke, and Tator Patch
Gladiator 2000 - 12/29/2005
Gladiator died quickly and I think without any pain. Nevertheless, he left
the pain of his going with Deb and myself. I'm sure you can understand the
loss we feel. In only 120 seconds, he went from jumping around frolicking--to
gone forever.We loved Glady and was glad for the time we had. We feel we still have a
lot of love to give, and what better way of showing it than adopting another
grey. Another grey cannot and will not replace Glady, but if we can help make
one more grey a happy home then please help us. Deb introduced me to the greyhound
and we fell in love with Glady. He totally controlled Deb and trained her
well. Glady will be greatly missed. Dearly loved and missed by Deb & Johnny
Hutcheson in Hephzibah, GA. Tashandra aka "Sandy" 1995 - 12/29/2005
ML Hot Diggity aka Diggity 1998 - 12/7/2005
Twilite 1993 - 11/29/2005
Boonoonoonoos aka "Booker" 1991 - 11/17/05
Booker
was owned by Deb Maxwell, who has Ani's mother. Elvis 6/13/1991 - 11/20/2004
Nadine - 6/18/1995 - 11/9/2005
Wyonita aka "Nita" 1993 - 2005
Minnie's A Mouse aka "Minnie" 1996 - 2005
Nanjo's Sapphire aka "Tasha" 1994 - 9/6/2005
Picked up by a Good Samaritan Trucker on the road on 7/17/05 and taken to
Animals After Hours Emergency Clinic in Augusta, GA, where Dr. Garner stabilized
her and staff found Greyhound Lifesavers after doing a search for greyhound
rescue in Augusta, GA. Tasha came * home* on 8/22/05. She started limping
on 9/1/05; x-rays confirmed that the limp was due to a bone tumor.
Tasha is dearly loved and missed by all staff at St. Francis/Animals After Hours Clinic,
as well as Charlie, Renee, Froggie, and Jeanne. Maineway Boodles aka "Chipsy Boodle" 1990 - 8/16/2005
Our precious baby who made us fail fostering 101. We
welcomed you into our home as our first foster. When we received the call
that you had found a home we promptly told her yes she had found a home and
a special place in both of our hearts. Chipsy was not your ordinary greyhound.With
her straight up ears to her huge greyhound grin.She had no use for toys however
when she wanted to play she would lie on her side and bring her paws up over
her ears and grunt. We would pat her side or scratch her ticklish belly and
she would go "silly" on us. She was a guard dog she would bark at
the doorbell, bark at anyone walking down the street and of course at the
lucky dogs that were on a walk with their owners. Dear Chipsy I will now be
afraid of the thunder since you will not be able to tell it to go away with
your fierce bark, your greyt friend Amber. Bobby wants you to know she is
keeping your bed safe and warm for your return.You have made us so happy now
you can be happy and run and run and lay out in the sun.
We all miss you! from the woofs and meows. Bobby, Amber, Armani, Spaz, Squirt, and Dale. We love
you and miss our silly girl. Prettygirl Walker 2001 - 2005
"While we fostered you for only a short time, we will never forget you.
Our last meeting was such a joy; your Happy Tail was sure an goin'. Never
could we have imagined that would be the last time we would see you on this
side of the bridge. We will miss you darling, and remember you forever."
Pete & Nancy Psychic Jewel 11/1991 - 6/2005
Page Passed over July 2005
Torpedo left, Page middle, Shandon right Shandon Belle Passed over June 2005 Torpedo left, Page middle, Shandon right ML Torpedo Run Passed over May 2005 Mikey Python aka "Mikey" 1993 - 5/2005
Dee Dee 10/1988 - 5/2005
My precious DeeDee - B's DeeDee DeeDee was one month shy of living in my home for 3 years. I first met her
when she and 2 other senior greys were given to us when her owners past away.
She came with quite a rap record of biting and injuring the other 2 greys.
We were quite apprehensive about taking her. Little did we know that she just
did not want to be confined. She absolutely did not like a crate of any kind
or even to be confined behind a baby gate. She never gave any of us a minute
of trouble and lived quite happily with her next home until 2002. Her adopter
was a senior with medical problems, thus she came to my home never to leave
again. She could hardly walk, but supplements did wonders and she began sprinting
around the yard. She was such a joy for all to watch. It made us all feel
so wonderful in our hearts to see our old girl run and have fun.
She was tough to the end and up until the day before her journey to Rainbow
Bridge she fought a difficult battle to enjoy her life.
Now she is playing with Barbee and Spike (her former pals), as well as the
others she knew from living in my home.
I miss her dearly, but I know that she had the best of the best and a lot
of love from so many people.
I love you my DeeDee and miss you deeply. I will see you again someday and
we will walk over that bridge together.
Sleep tonight and get that long needed rest until we meet again.
King Arthur 4/26/2001 - 4/25/2005
To Our Big White Dog, King Arthur... Although your time with us was short, Our memories of you will last a lifetime. We miss you dearly, Shadow 1991 - 4/25/2005
"On the beautiful morning of April 25, 2005, the sky was blue, the sun
was shining, and God called our beautiful Shadow to come live with Him and
her two brothers, Broggie and Chen. Almost fourteen years ago, Shadow was
born on the island of St. Marteen in the Caribbean. On one of our many trips
to the island, Shadow found Frog and followed her everywhere – one could
say Shadow named herself – we fell in love with her (how could anyone
not love Shadow) and brought her home to Hilton Head and a brother, Broggie.
She had a wonderful life with the addition of another brother (Chen), a sister
(Ginger), and finally another brother (Brute). She loved her new home in Aiken,
SC, and she loved her family. Shadow died the morning of 4/25/05 from congestive
heart failure; she suffered little – death came quickly. Through our
tears, we rejoice knowing her life was wonderful, and we are so thankful for
all the years of love she shared with us. As we say “goodbye” to
our sweet Shadow, we are consoled knowing Broggie and Chen are greeting their
sister with a big welcome into puppy heaven. Thank you so much for all your
help, but mostly for bringing Brutes to us – he is definitely a Rappoport
and, best of all, he knows he belongs here and is with his forever family." U Too Thumbs Up aka "Thumb"1992 - 3/19/2005
U Too Thumbs Up Thumb was our 1st greyhound. We got him back in 1997 when he was 5 years old.
He truly was a gentle giant. We lost Thumb on March 19th 2005, he got to a
point where he would fall and could not get back up.We adopted Thumb when we lived in Florida, and he would love to lie in the
sun but he was afraid of everything, even a leaf that would blow by him. He is greatly missed and our hearts are with him forever. Frazier 1992 - 3/2005
Wheatie 1993 - 3/2005
ML Tator Patch aka "Zeke" 1993 - 3/2005
Spirit 1992 - 3/9/2005 A TRIBUTE TO SPIRIT Spirit (a/k/a RC Mark Weber) passed over Rainbow Bridge at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday,
March 9, 2005. Spirit was on his favorite fluffy quilt as Sam cradled him in
his arms during the procedure. Sam said it was the hardest thing he's ever had
to do. I couldn't let Spirit go without sharing his story. Somehow
telling it validates the fact that he was here, struggled bravely and touched our hearts like no other foster.
It was our blessing and privilege to have you with us, Spirit. We'll see you
across the bridge someday. Sam & Jan Guerry ------------------------------------------------------- Spirit is finally at peace. I can still see him trotting around
the yard with those ears straight up. He enjoyed laying on the grass on a warm
sunny day ( he would usually lay down next to Cinnamom ). Spirit seemed to really
enjoy chasing squirrels. He would stand under the tree and watch the squirrel
jump from one branch to another until it was out of sight. He truly was a gentle
giant and the ultimate " velcro grey ". Cocoa 1994 - 1/2005
Our Cocoa Bean, you are missed so much by everyone at home.
We know you had to go away, and we cherished you so dearly. Jackie, Ricochet
and Lucky are lost without you to direct them. You were a real teacher for them.
We appreciated every moment we shared with you. You were most gracious and beautiful. Missy 1993 - 11/2004
Lita 1991 - 11/2004
Snuffy 1992 - 10/2004
"Snuff-man, run fast and run free…Your spirit will
always live on in our hearts…And always remember the things we taught you:
don’t gulp your food, don’t drink so fast, look both ways before you
cross the street, don’t stick your nose into EVERYTHING !! T.J. 5/23/1993 - 8/2/2004
Chelsea 1990 - 7/2004
Chelsea with her greyt friend Jenny Snap's Shortorder aka Snapple 1990 - 7/25/2004
Buddy - Passed over May 2005 We all have special friends in our life, and I would like to tell you about
one of mine. His name was Buddy and he was my dog for 14 years. He was the best
and I don't think I will ever find one like him again. He was always there even
if you didn't see him, he was always concerned even if he couldn't speak a word,
he was faithful through thick and thin, and most important he loved everyone
unconditionly. I got Buddy when he was a puppy and he was my baby until my son
Radford was born, and then Buddy became not only mine but also Rad's dog. Rad
grew up with him and didn't know life without him until yesterday afternoon
around 4:25pm on May 9, 2005. He slept with Rad, he played with Rad, he listened
to Rad when he needed a friend, and he even protected Rad when it was needed.
Life without him won't be easy for Rad or the rest of us who loved him. Buddy
fought with a tumor on the right side of his precious face for a year. It first
started with a little ball sized tumor under the eye, then pushed the right
eye back into his head, then started growing down and took over the right side
of his mouth, and finally pushed on his nerves so bad he couldn't any longer
stand the pain and discomfort. Through it all I wouldn't change a thing about
having him in my life, I just hope he knew how loved and improtant he was in
my life and in our family as a whole. Buddy you will always be in our hearts and mind, we love you, Emily, Rad, and
the Behr family! Ariel 1996 - 6/2004 Dazzle 1994 - 6/2004 Maggie 1991 - 5/2004 Casual 1991 - 5/2004 Pippi 1997 - 4/2004 Popcorn - Passed over March 2004 Dark Barley 1998 - 1/2004 Ms. M 1999 - 1/2004 Carmelo 2001 - 1/2004 Carmelo had 7 months of living in the United States and in a
home from June 2003. He arrived in the United Sates via England from Spain. Follow this
link to read a tribute by Judy Horton Dancer 1989 - 1/2004 Gem Gem 1990 - 1/2004 It was my privilege & greyt pleasure to go through what I
did. I'm not sure anymore how long I had my GemGem but it felt like he had been
with me forever (as he should have been). But he was mine and I was his. So
he was where he should have been when his life came to an end. I would not have
had it any other way. I knew he would end here, and was as prepared as I could
have been, I just hoped it would be much longer. He was a great joy to me &
Roux. She mourns him as I do. But our hearts will heal and we are better for
having had him in our lives. We will forever be in our debt for letting him
into our lives. Thank you for that and for letting me know that there will be
another greyt waiting when we are ready. With a love for greyts, Tuffy 1995 - 1/2004 Cornbread Whiskey 1991 - 12/2003 Candy Apple 1992 - 12/2003 My Forever Friend Taffy Crunch 1995 - 12/2003 Tracker Passed over in November 2003 Niko Lox 2000 - 11/2003 Bo 1991 - 11/2003 Tr'Lee aka "Tri Leisure Gal" 1990 - 11/2003 Here is one of my favorite pictures of Tr'Lee. She is in the
sandbox in our back yard. She loved to lay in the sand, and would dig it out
to make the perfect place to lie down. When the weather was cool, she would
lay out there as much as an hour, happy as a clam. (And no, try as we might,
we never could get her to get up on the couch or bed!) Allison drew this picture when she was 7 years old of herself
giving Tr'Lee a milkbone. Although she didn't like to do it, Tr'Lee would sit
willingly and nicely for a treat. Sweetie aka "Sweet Miss Kitty" 10/8/1995 - 9/13/2003 CindyLou Passed over July 2003 Stephanie 1990 - 4/2003
people.
Rather, he approaches, allows petting & admiration, poses, then moves on. He
does love to play. At the dog park, he is not snobby. He plays with the pit
bulls & boxers, then he finds a group of people and walks around the lake
with them, then he stations himself at the entrance to greet the new
arrivals."
Once upon a time there was a princess sitting in PetSmart.
One day a man walked in, looked at her and she stole his heart.
We took her home to her kingdom and there she stayed
with her cat Sheba and then two brothers -Easy and Blaze.
She had a quiet dignity, but get her mad - nasty she could be.
We had alot of foster brothers and sisters for her to play with,
but she much rathered her brothers, that's when she felt most safe.
Then the day came, much too soon, our Halle was sick, our hearts would break.
We did what we could, what we thought was right - but our brave little girl lost the fight.
She left with the dignity she walked with into our lives and took with her a piece of our hearts.
She gave so much more than we ever gave her, it was an honor to have her, love her and keep her.
I am hoping she was so special that God wanted her back just to be with Him. He didn't need another dog right then - he needed a Greyhound.
your blessing more,
And nothing but happiness come
through your door.
Frank Rutowski
much to allow their pain and suffering to continue any longer, so out of love and caring, had them humanely euthanized.
They passed over Rainbow Bridge together today. Smoke never thought of her
as a rabbit; rather, he always looked out for her, especially when there were other big dogs about. We would joke when walking Smoke, Rivet and Sugars;
We adopted the Greyhounds so we took their lure, too. ;)
Pete, Nancy, Rivet and Petunia
Torpedo left, Page middle, Shandon right
You taught us many life lessons, Those less fortunate can thrive given the chance.
We are different people now.
RUN LIKE THE WIND, BIG WHITE DOG!
Melinda, Gerry, Jake and Scooby-Doo
Bryan, Sheryl, Kyle, and Taylor Smith
Sam and I fostered Spirit (a/k/a Webber) for about five months. Spirit was a
beautiful older red fawn male with the longest nose and most expressive eyes
of any dog we have ever fostered. Spirit had a habit of gazing at you for the
longest time until you wanted to ask him what he was thinking!. Spirit was a
huge love who demanded and received lots of TLC. If you were stroking him he
would nudge your hand until you did! Spirit was a big couch potato and a big
bed potato also. Many nights he would join me in bed as we read library books
and he stayed until he had to give up his space. Spirit loved Easy and peanut
butter. We knew he had finally come out of his shell when he and Sam began having
late night wolfing sessions. Spirit had so many obstacles to overcome in his
short time with us. As many of you know Spirit was diagnosed with a mass in
his stomach by Cherokee Trails several months ago. No one could say how long
the mass had been there. Due to the mass constantly growing and compressing
his stomach, he could not keep his food down for very long after digesting it.
After some trial and we found feeding him many small meals throughout the day
seemed to help. We were so excited when Cherokee told us on our monthly runs
to pick up food and weigh him that he had gained a few pounds. The weight gain
was short lived though. Spirit's bladder was affected also and we had a nightly
ritual at our house at 1:45 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. Spirit would come get us to let
him out in the backyard. I always took the 1:45 a.m. and Sam the 4:30 a.m. Last
night I woke up at 1:45 and saw Spirit standing in the doorway. I fumbled my
way out of bed and to the living room couch before I realized he wasn't there
anymore. Spirit was painfully thin and it was our constant goal to feed him
little things that might stay down. With Easy being so chubby and Spirit being
so thin, they made quite a team walking around the neighborhood.
May he run with the wind and the angels now,
Chris Weaving
Spirit lived with us for one year. I know how Jan and Sam felt when he gained
a pound or two......
Mom and Dad.
And most importantly, we love you……always and forever…….."
Joyce and Bubba
To my Snapple Faye, You will stay always in my heart. I will never
forget you, and I miss you daily!
Your mommy, Emily Behr
The story of our beloved BUDDY:
"My Precious 'Zigger Digger', I love and miss you so."
Janice & Rou
I know that it must be different now that I am no longer here.
I can see how much I was loved and how all of you did care.
It will be hard at first when you look around for me,
Hoping to find me lying on my bed or outside beside my favorite tree.
But someday what you will begin to see, although it'll take some time,
Is that you brought happiness to me and forever it will be mine.
Remember it's the family I had that meant the most to me,
So please don't be sad,
It was just my time to leave.
