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Mackenzie "Mack" Foster, November 1999 - October 30, 2013 Small Cam

If we could sum up one word for our little Diggie Dog Mack it would be sweetness. On more than one occasion after he passed it was like that was the word that kept coming up about his personality and it seems that fits him to a tee in reality.  Our Diggie Dog, Mack, was diagnosed with osteosarcoma of the upper jaw sometime in early October or November of 2012, but we didn't have surgery until December 11. He successfully got through it with pretty much flying colors and his recovery was remarkable. He ate the very first night that they gave him food which was less than 12 hours after surgery. He was released and sent home almost two full days before they normally let them go and we were on the road to recovery for the next few weeks.  Sadly at the time, we knew that the OS surgery was not a cure and we chose not to know if the margins were clear. It would have been a miracle if they had been given the location of his original tumor, but we went with the hope that the surgery removed a large portion of it and that we had plenty of time. During this time we discovered his sister had lymphoma and we eventually lost her on September 2, 2013. But Mack chugged along until one day he wouldn't eat.  It led to several visits to the vet. and oncologist only to be told the bone cancer had returned.  On the day he was put to rest, we had X-rays taken and they were devastatingly clear that our little dog Mack had endured such pain and suffering that the only answer was to release him that day.  When people said he was sweet, it went far beyond that, he was strong and even though he suffered and was in pain which we had no way of knowing how much, he NEVER lost his sweetness, ever.  We call him our hero dog for being able to endure this and still wag his tail. We will miss our Diggie Dog Mack more than words can say.  But he is at peace now.  Hold tight my sweet puppy, we'll see you one day.

MacTavish, 4/5/2000 - 10/12/2013 Small Cam

MacTavish, 4/5/2000 - 10/12/2013. Join's his best friend in heaven, MacDuffy, 12/05/97-04/23/08.

MacTavish is on a journey to join his best friend MacDuffy in a land free from pain after a long battle of cancer and in the end developed kidney damage. During the last two weeks we did all we could to try to make him well again in hopes of a miracle. When the day arrived, we both realized it was time for him to go to a place where he could be free of his pain, and be happy again, running and playing with MacDuffy and other doggies in heaven and be with God who will protect my little angels forever.

MacTavish I did this not because I did not love you, but because I loved you too much to force you to stay. I so much wanted you to stay with me forever and although I am broken hearted over letting you go I wanted you to be pain free and at peace.
MacTavish, Daddy and I and your little brother MacDougal will always carry you in our hearts and minds and miss you everyday until we meet again in heaven when we can hug, kiss and be together forever and ever…….

We Love You and you will always be in our hearts and hold an extra special place in Mommy's heart!

Hugs and kisses and belly rubs forever we love you,
Mommy , Daddy and MacDougal

Please join me in a MOMENT OF SILENCE after reading this tribute to MacTavish

Madison Whiteoak (Macon) York, March 22, 2003 - April 13, 2013

Rest in peace my little angel Maddy.  You gave your love and life so generously to everyone you met.  Always greeting us with your tail wagging and with a hug to the leg or a hug to the neck if we picked you up.  You loved those pink tennis balls and barking through the ball and playing soccer as much as we did.  You endless cuddle times, the sweet kisses and the undying friendship.  Thank you for providing the love, comfort and joy you gave so freely for over 10 years.  It was so hard to let you go but we know that after crossing the rainbow bridge that you are once again playing and hugging those around you.  YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED, CHERISHED and LOVED by your earthly parents.  Until we meet again on the other side.....keep loving us from above and be our guardian angel watching over us and provide us with comfort like you always did.

Maggie, 08/01/00 - 09/10/13 Small Cam

She was the best girl in the whole wide world. I love you sweet kitty girl
Maggie, 1994 - July 24, 2013

Our Maggie was the most quiet, gentle and affectionate cat I have ever had. She was not a lap cat, but she was content to be nearby in the same room. She loved rolling on her back while we rubbed her tummy and under her chin. She was not a people cat and would hide under the bed when strangers were around. She only wanted to be around us.

She had never been sick a day in her life that we can remember, but she did like to eat and was a little overweight for a long time. She lived a long happy life of 19 years but we were still shocked and saddened on her last day when we found her under the chair, laying on her side, breathing slowly, unable to move. Something happened to her physically, overnight. We got her to the vet and they said her kidneys were very small and her temperature was very low and blood work not good. They tried to diagnose her condition, but she just was not strong enough to make it. We just hope she was not in any pain for too long and did not suffer as she seemed fine the day before. We are also sad for her brother Malachi. They have always been together ever since they were born, although he seems to be ok as we are giving him extra attention of course.

We knew at her age that her time would eventually come, but we are still sad and miss our daily routines with her, such as her insistence that we change the water in the morning before she would drink it and rub her tummy at lunchtime and give her treats before bed. She gave us so much happiness and affection over the years, so we will print out lots of pictures and remember all the wonderful Maggie times.

Good bye Miss Maggie, we love you and will always miss you. We will take good care of your brother Malachi until it is time for him to join you again and you two can nap in the sunlight together forevermore.
Maggie Covington, 11/15/2004 - 08/13/2013 Small Cam

Our Maggie May.  We miss her desperately.  She was a lover and such a fighter against her cancer.  The energy of a puppy.  As she was winning her cancer battle and a gross medical error stole her from us too soon.  Her Brother, Harry, still grieves.  We all do.  We love you Maggie!  Run through the fields of heaven sweet girl!
Major Applewhite Dillee, October, 1999 - September 3, 2013

Yesterday, Major, my faithful companion and best friend of fourteen years went to heaven. As heartbroken as I and my wife are, we are grateful that his suffering from a terminal illness is at an end.  We will remember him forever for the gentle, loving and compassionate little man that he was. But there is so much more.

It has long been said that we learn much more from our pets than we can ever manage to teach them. I couldn't agree more. Major was so gentle and easy going that sometime you forgot that he was there. Big mistake! Now that he's gone I only now realize the importance of his serenity to my addled psyche. I can never repay the debt I owe him. I can only hope to live by his example and never, ever, pass up an opportunity to hold close those that I love (furry and non-furry) and tell them  how much they mean to me.

Major was much more than a beloved pet and faithful companion; he was, is, and ever will be, my mentor. Rest in peace, my friend.  Until we meet again, I will miss you but I will never forget what I have learned from you.
Major Marshmellow Fannon, 03/17/2002 - 02/06/13

To my wonderful(too smart for his own good)baby boy  now you are with your sibling Maven & Grandpa Jerry who took you on his birthday.  Daddy take care of your birthday gift(my Major)!!!!! Maven(my Angel) take care of your brother in heaven    Rest In Peace

Mama Kitty, 1996 - 1/14/13

Thank you for your love all these years.  I'm so very grateful our paths crossed in this lifetime and you let me love you.  You are pure joy, pure love and pure heart.  Be healthy again, bask in the sun, roll in the flowers, talk to the birds, remember our time together and how much I love you.  Let Pookie, Bandit and Timid Grey help you and be with you now.

Mandy, June 26th 1999 - January 14th 2012 Small Cam

Mandy was my first dog, when I held her in my arms I knew she would be the best friend anybody would ever have! she had so much love to give. Her eyes were the most sensitive and compassionate eyes whenever I looked in them I felt wanted and loved. Now she's gone, there is such a void in my life. I will miss you SWEETIE! For the rest of my life!

Marley, 12/15/2003 - 12/19/2013 Small Cam

You no longer greet me,
As I walk through the door.
You're not there to make me smile,
To make me laugh anymore.
Life seems quiet without you,
You were far more than a pet.
You were a family member, a friend
. . . a loving soul I'll never forget.
It will take time to heal -
For the silence to go away.
I still listen for you,
And miss you every day.
You were such a great companion,
Constant, loyal and true.
My heart will always wear,
the pawprints left by you.


10 years.

My longest relationship.

My only experience of maternal love.

My constant companion.

My best friend.

Marley.
Martini, 11/3/2011 - 10/5/2013 Small Cam

Little Buddy.... mommy misses you so much and my heart is broken.  We searched and searched for you.  You will forever be missed in my life and will always be in my heart.
Thank you for coming into my life and bringing me such happiness.
Love
Mommy
Mattielyn, 8/31/2013 Small Cam

Mattielyn,

Got her from the shelter ,almost 2 years ago, she was afraid of everything, she had come so far,and really found out how she is in the time we had her, she was 4 lbs when we got her, she gained a little over a pound, she loved the new fence we put in and doggie door just for her, she had freedom to do what she wanted and to be what she wanted,
She loved to come on the couch and look outside until she found something she needed to run out and bark at . She was very demanding about how long she wanted to be petted, and loved to be held like a baby.
I miss you sitting on the couch, I miss you guarding the water fountain, sitting by the fridge when I'm cooking, and when we would eat, I miss you standing on your back legs while pumping you paws in the air, asking for a bite.. I miss you on my bed in the morning and how little you were but can get on the big bed no problem, how much you loved us when we got home and how you started to give more and more kisses each day. I always thought how lucky we were to get such a cool dog. What will I do without you? I miss you so much
Maverick, 4/24/2000 - 10/21/2013 Small Cam

Maverick was a Chinese Crested Powder Puff that lived up to his name. He made every day more interesting due to his entertaining and lovely personality. Everyone fell in love with him instantly. He was a dog who thought he was a human. Pizza was his favorite. Just the smell of it would drive him cuckoo!

During a routine teeth cleaning back in June 2013, the vet discovered a growth that turned out to be cancer. Though we all thought he could beat it, the cancer came back with a vengeance. He stopped eating and would make sad cries when he tried to eat. He would still go crazy at the smell of pizza, but the little guy was in too much pain to eat his favorite food.

Last  Monday, I took Maverick to an oncologist. It was there that I learned how bad the growth was in and how much my poor baby was suffering, as much as I didn't want to lose him, I couldn't bare the thought of him living one more minute in agony.  I chose to have the doctor put him down.

My life and home feels empty without him. I look forward to the day when I see him again.
Maverick, 2006 - 06/15/2013 Small Cam

To the dog that always seemed happy, ready to play(with humans and his dog roommates) and just enjoyed living. He was rescued from euthanasia because of his happy playing and was given years of a good life with Tiff and Brendan.

We'll have a "ball in hand", ready to throw, when we cross the bridge, as he would like.  

Dad
Max, October 10, 2013

I am doing this tribute to Max for his adopted parent Betty.  Both Betty and Max passed away on October 10, 2013.  Max was a wonderful dog who was always by Betty's side.  They loved each other so very much.  Betty did not have any family and neither did Max so they became family to each other.  She walked him every day and would stop to say hello to everyone.  He was a great watch dog for her and let her know when anyone was approaching her mobile home.  She found him a long time ago just wandering the street, someone had just left him to fend for himself.  She took him in and they were together ever since that day.  I know they are together in heaven and will be together forever.  Be happy Max and Betty.
Max, 08/22/1999 - 06/12/2013 Small Cam

Not a day goes by that we don't think about you. You were such a special part of my life.  You were my best friend, not to mention the greatest listener of all time.  You managed to make me laugh and smile every day  even if I tried my hardest not to! :)  I'll never forget you puppy and love you aways. RIP Boo...
Max, 06/2010 - 02/24/2013 Small Cam

Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: 2 a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; 3 a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; 4 a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance


In a split second you were gone....I just want you to know that I loved you so much and I am so sorry ....I miss you everyday .....I know that you are in Heaven....and I hope to see you again.....


   Max was so special...He had such a sassy personality and he lit up our world so much....I sometimes still think that I hear him running down the hall....I miss my little snuggle bunny...He was Mamma's sweet baby boy.....
Max, 1/22/2013 Small Cam

The Last Battle
If it should be that I grow frail and weak
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done,
For this--the last battle--can't be won.

You will be sad I understand,
Don't let grief then stay your hand,
For on this day, more than the rest,
Your love and friendship must stand the test.

We have had so many happy years,
What is to come can hold no fears
You'd not want me to suffer, so.
When the time comes, please let me go.

Take me to where to my needs they'll tend,
Only, stay with me till the end
And hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.

I know in time you will agree
It is a kindness you do to me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I have been saved.

Don't grieve that it must be you
Who has to decide this thing to do;
We've been so close--we two--these years,
Don't let your heart hold any tears.

Max
Maximillion "Max" Baker, February 2000 - October 21st, 2013 Small Cam

When I was growing up…I was literally scared of my shadow. I had no real sense of adventure and I was especially afraid of dogs. So, of course when my dad brings Max home I am taken aback. Of course I acted like I wasn’t up for a dog, but it only took him a week (at most) to work his way into my heart. And boy did he work.  He took a running start and leaped into my lap, scrambled up my chest and started planting licks all over my face.  I couldn’t push him away, he was just too precious, and far too strong for his size.  And a friendship was born. 

With him everything changed; I was less scared, and dogs became my favorite animals. I remember him being there to wake me up at sun rise for a walk (or food), and I remember him at my side when it was time for sleep (well…when he wasn’t being partners in crime with my dad). He taught me so much, and helped me become a better person. I was bitter and sometimes hateful, he brought positivity into my life.  He was strong (he fought a stomach injury, a macing, and a bout with cancer), and brave (he even fought off two huge dogs to protect us), bossy and chill. He felt like he owned the place, and his favorite activity was a nice long walk around the block with his favorite leash.  He was the kind of dog that would just launch himself into your lap and sit there for the rest of the night if he felt like it. He was hilarious, and he loved his doggy clothes (yes, we had an ensemble for him) and scarves. He was such a sweetheart, so smart and so special, and was a part of our family. He will always BE a part of our family.

Max, I love you, I love the time we spent together and you will be in my heart forever. The many years we spent together were amazing, I would do them all over again to have you here waking me up for your walk in the morning.  I know you’ll be watching over us, and enjoying your walks and extra food and everything else you want. I’ll make sure to keep Joey and Bubbles in line and give them all extra love just for you.
Maximus (Max), 2007 - 08/27/13 Small Cam

I miss you buddy. You were a gentle, loving boy. I will always miss you and love you.
Maximus, 2000 - June 24, 2013 Small Cam

To our sweet Max....Maximus was your full name, like the great soldier ....aka.   ..milkman.....and max-man.  Who crossed over the Rainbow Bridge today.  We didn't expect you to leave us so soon.        You were so lovable and handsome....your perfect milk mustache and the  perfectly round black fur circle on your white chest ... Rather like "ET."    We thought it was cute that you liked to be the wingman when we played XBox games ....you loved being in the man-cave... Right next to us on the armrest.     We will miss you dearly but know you are in a better place and in no pain.   Please be our angel now and watch over us and your "siblings."    We love you very much ... You brought us much joy and happiness.  We hope you knew how much we loved you. 
Maximus Escano, July 1998 - August 4, 2013 Small Cam

My baby was a standard black and tan dachshund.  I named him Maximus, even though he was "minimus."  He had the kind of personality that made people move out of the way when he was on the sidewalk because he always looked straight ahead and focused while on a walk.  People saw him and smiled and giggled at his "big dog personality."

When we would go to the Paw Park, Max would immediately run over to the German Shepherds, Rottweilers, and Labs to play with them.  One time, he had me laughing so hard I could barely breathe because he ran over to the big dog group and ended up under the belly of one of the other dogs and looked up as if to say, "See here, what is going on that I am looking at your undercarriage?"   He was genuinely shocked. 

I used to play "one potato two potato" with him and gently pat his front paws together and he would lick my face. I sang the "puppy, puppy, puppy song to him all the time.  He was so gentle with me and so protective.  For many years it was just Max and me.

But then, in February of 2010, I met the man who would become Max's dog daddy - Art. He has his own dog - an English Cocker Spaniel named Beauregard.  Max and Beau Beau got along like peas and carrots.  Beau was the alpha male and taught Max how to sniffy sniff the ground and read other doggies' pee - mail.  He was very patient with Max when Max would jump around and try to lick Beau's ears.  Dog Daddy Art taught Max how to rough house, play with toys, he fed him salmon, steak, chicken, eggie weegies, and more.  And Max truly loved them both so much.

Even more, for the last three and a half years, we were a family.  We slept together in a big pile on the bed and I loved Christmas each year because both doggies would sleep under the Christmas tree, which I called the Christmas Forest.  Then last year, we put reindeer antlers on both dogs and paraded them around Mt. Dora and Winter Park.  And once, a little girl saw them and screamed, "Antler Dogs! Antler Dogs!"  They loved the attention.

Max was diagnosed with Epilepsy as a puppy and I was told to expect a shorter life expectancy for him.  But, he was with me for fifteen years.  I am still in shock that my baby is gone.  I know his spirit is now with me always and I don't have to leave him at home while I go to work.  He's with me.  Protecting me.  Telling me he loves me.  I know.
Maxwell (Max) Clark, Feb 6th 1999 - Jan 6th 2011 Small Cam

When Time Has Passed, Let It Be Known, Your Only There, Till our Time To Take You Home! I Hear Rainbow Bridge Is A Nice Place To Be. Even As Your There, Your Memories Live Within Me. Although Your Tail No Longer Waved, From Fearful Times, When You Were So Brave. You Told Me That I Must Go On, Even When I Was So Close To Gone. Then Within Your Final Days. You Said I Should Be The One, It's Time I Be Brave. So My Dear Son, I Can Not Stop Grief From When You Left, But I Can Cherish the Years You had Given me And Let It Always Be Known, Your My Angle, Some Day Soon,I Will Bring You The Rest Of The Way Home.
McKenzie, January 12,1999 - February 9,2013 Small Cam

MCKENZIE, My "Luv, Luv".. I want to take this time to "THANK YOU" for being part of our family for 11yrs.. You were given to us "by GOD" to "help" cope with all my anxieties ,after just moving to our "new residence. You came along and changed Mommies life.
We will always " remember" how you "Loved and protected baby CHELSEA, even till the end of your earthly journey' A Special Thank you"..
It has only been a couple of days since you went to DOG HEAVEN:and we miss you sooo much. My heart is in "million pieces...
We hope that we did everything, to keep you "comfortable" my Love..
Today, I have "LUCAS & MICKEY" your 'friends"here to "comfort me, but I know they will "never replace, the friendly, docile soul mate" you were for me.
Daddy "loved you very "much' he cried in my arms ,when you took your last breath here at home. Your 'special friend" ca,cat" (GINGER) seems to know you are gone. He will miss you also.
Neighbours, have sent their "sympathies"on you "behalf McKenzie, they
all say " HE was a "Happy , Good Dog" so docile and friendly"
You were LOVED by many people from our family and friends
McKenzie, my prayer for you, is that your NOT SUFFERING anymore from "Kidney diseases and your "tumor" is gone" May you make " friends, eat lots of treats, and have your "daily "apple gala "or watermelon..
You will always have a part of my "heart" engraved with your LOVE,
REST IN PEACE till we all meet again!!
Mommy & Daddy & Ginger
xxxx
Meeka, June 16, 2002 - May 7, 2013 Small Cam

My little sweet faced Angel.  You were always there for me through all the good times and bad times.  We shared a special bond that no one could understand.  You were there for me when your human Daddy died unexpectedly in his sleep and went to heaven and you were such a comfort to me. You sensed when I was sick even before I knew it.  You could make me laugh when I was sad even when you yourself did not feel well. When you were diagnosed as having diabetes and I had to give you insulin shots everyday you did not run and hide you came to me willingly as if you knew it was to help you feel better.  Your eyesight went quickly and you went blind within a year after being diagnosed with diabetes but that never stopped your zest for life, you held your own and still loved to play with your sister and brother and me and loved everyone unconditionally.  How I miss you Babygirl.  I would give anything to have you with me right now.  Until we meet again.  Run free and play sweet faced Angel.. I love you with my whole heart.  You are my heart and Soul sweet Meeka....  Mommy
Mellow, 2/13/01 - 11/4/13 Small Cam

Mellow, sweetheart, God called you home the other day after 9 beautiful years as my best friend and companion. I remember the day I first saw you at the animal rescue back in February of 2004. As soon as I entered the room you ran up to me and immediately rolled over on your back for a belly rub. I was immediately smitten, and looked no further. You were such a Beagle, woo, woo, wooing your way through life, nose to the ground and living for belly rubs. We must have walked hundreds of miles together and you were never far from my side, as I was by your side when the end came. Now you're up by the Rainbow Bridge and have probably already gotten together with Reggie and Princess. Remember Dad telling you that he always loves you, would never stop loving you, and would love you for ever and ever. Now you know how true that was. Stay happy and we'll meet at the Rainbow Bridge when the time comes.
Melody Snow, 3/5/2005 - 4/2/2013 Small Cam

My sweet, beautiful little girl, pink/white chinchilla Melody Snow, passed today.  She was frisky and friendly until the very end.  She would romp like a kitten in the multi-storied cage she shared with her friend, standard grey Lily Moon.  She loved it when I rubbed her head, behind her ears and jaw, her back and her belly.  Sometimes she was so happy that she would not only close her eyes but also raise the opposite paw!

She was very affectionate and used to hug my hand tightly with all four paws.  She had huge rear paws that served as jumping sneakers, with pink padding the full length of her feet.

She suffered from cataracts when she was very young, but got on just fine despite her disability.  During this last week, she stopped eating due to a sudden or hidden illness.

I have a special connection with her and she told me good-bye the night before she passed, wanting to know whether I'd be OK.  Sadly, I gave her permission.  Then I felt a wonderful energy lifting and lightening, as if Melody's soul was being taken home and a grand reunion was in process.
Mia, 11/13/2013 Small Cam

My beloved Mia crossed into the rainbow bridge on November 13, 2013. I grieve for you, my sweet baby cat, I am heartbroken, lost and in pain not having you around me any longer. You gave me so much joy and happiness in the past 7 years. How can I ever forget fondly observing you perched in your favorite chair in our balcony in Snoqualmie, both of us watching the world go by, watching the birds, basking in the cool breezes of late spring and summer. How I long to hear your soft purrs again, to feel you on my chest resting, to feel your soft heartbeat against mine, two hearts united in one rhythm-one strong and the other more gentle, to snuggle you under my chin, to feel your joyous greeting every day when I returned home from work, to see the happiness etched in your loving greeting whenever I returned from a long absence from Chicago, or Virginia Beach, or abroad. How can I forget your gentle pawing whenever I was on the computer, asking to cuddle me. How I long for your loving kisses, when you would groom me tirelessly, love at its most unbridled? When I had to make the heartbreaking decision to release you from your physical pain yesterday, it was the most difficult day of my life. I could not bear to let you go, but in my heart I know that you already have a special place that will forever be there as long as I live. A special creature from God, you gave unconditional love, expecting nothing in return. My little, sweet Mia, you are now in a safe, blissful place, giving others the same unconditional love and joy that you gave me in your passage through the earthly life. Wait for me across the rainbow bridge, for when it is my turn to cross it, we will find each other and be reunited again, along with our loved ones. This time, it will be eternal, and nothing shall separate us.
MIA, June 10, 2002 - September 1, 2013 Small Cam

MIA....You are the True Love of My Life and We will be together again someday! I Love You and Miss You Mia...wicky wacky boggy bone... Love of My Life! Love, Your Mommy!
Mia, 9/28/2006 Small Cam

She was something.
Mia, 11-15-2001 - 5-2-2013 Small Cam

I love and miss you so much my baby every day my heart is broken.Wait for mama at rainbow bridge with Thumper,I will see you there. Forever in my heart  xoxoxo
Micah, 15 December 2001 - 2 April 2013 Small Cam

Micah “Chewbacca” Pettingill  
15 December 2001 – 2 April 2013
Micah was 6 month old when we got him. A friend at work had a relative that had purchased Micah but their back yard was just too small for him. He was named by the original owner “Micah” from the Old Testament in the Bible.  We decided to keep the name. We nick named him Chewbacca from the walking carpet from Star Wars Fame. Micah was a fur ball but more importantly he was a full blooded German shepherd. His parents were AKA registered Shepherds named Sir Starsky McMilleon and Daisy Dakota Gulledge from Judsonia, Arkansas. After spending a few hours with him every week he quickly learned how to sit, shake hands (paws) and roll over.  He also learned how to snap his jaws with the command “Chompers! This little stunt was quite intimidating to anyone who observed him snapping his jaws in that manner.  Micah loved his black and white plastic squeaky ball. He perfected catching it whenever we would throw it off of our deck and he would often leap several feet into the air to catch it. He was a power house. Micah was also a great watch dog and guarded our backyard with dedication and the resolve to protect it from strangers at all costs. Micah was a good jogging partner who would drag you as far as you wanted to run.  He seemed to never get tired unless it was over 90 degrees.  It was hard for him to keep running in that fur coat when it is hot.  He loved the winter weather. In the last decade he saw snow ball fights, pool parties, cookouts, and our children graduate high school and grow up into young adults.  Like all dogs he gave us his unconditional love 24-7.  The average life expectancy of a German shepherd is only 10-12 years.  Micah had just turned 11 years old when we noticed a change in his eating habits.  He started losing weight and dropped from 78 lbs to only 58 lbs in less than 3 months.  He was in pain that at times was hard to see. Finally one day we saw the pain he was experiencing. It was like he was walking on a bed of nails and the yelping was deafening!   This became more frequent and the vet thinks he was suffering from a slipped disk brought on by bone degeneration due to age. We knew that day that he wouldn’t be coming home but we knew at last he was out of pain. One shot to go to sleep and another to stop his heart and broke ours. No more pain.  We had him cremated at Heber Springs and his ashes spread over the Pet Memorial Gardens on the crematory’s 100 acre property.  This would normally be the end of the story but I have good news!  We will see Micah again! Micah passed away just two days after Easter so we knew there was a message here. 1 Corinthians 15:55: “O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?” While the Bible doesn’t mention our pets directly, our Heavenly Father knows both our joys and sorrows.  John chapter 13-2 states: “In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.” I know that Micah and all of the other pets we have lost and even the ones we will lose in the future will be there waiting for us at the Rainbow Bridge. If you have lost a pet I hope knowing this comforts you. Our pets are only with us for a short time so enjoy them as much as you can. Their time on earth is short compared to ours.  They bring such joy when they are with us but sorrow when God calls them home. Micah’s spirit lives on so we will see Micah again!  We know that all good dogs go to Heaven.
Mickey, Nov 1997 - May 19, 2013 Small Cam

Mickey, " ur lil girl" you were a best little buddy, our princess, our Mickey Da Boom Boom, till we meet again, words cannot decribe the huge hole in our hearts, you will never be forgotten, goodbye sweet angel we love you.
Mickey, 4/21/93 - 4/7/08

Hi Mickey

Happy Birthday Buddy. Miss you so much. Hard to believe it's been 5 years. Not a day goes by without thinking of you and how much joy you brought me. You were like a brother to me and you always will be.  We still talk about you often and how much you are missed and how much we all lived you. One day we 'll be together again.

Love you always,
Stef
MIDNIGHT  [MINNIE], 04/10/01 - 06/08/13 Small Cam

THIS IS FOR YOU MY SWEET MINNIE,,YOU WERE A SMART AND LOYAL DOG AND YOU LOVED ME WITH ALL YOUR HEART,,AND I LOVED YOU THE SAME AND STILL DO..I MISS YOU SOO MUCH ,EVERY TIME I GO OUT IN THE YARD MEMORIES JUST FLOOD MY HEART,,I WILL LOOK DOWN UNDER THE DECK AND LOOK FOR YOU OR WHERE YOU LAYED ALL THE TIME IN YOUR DOG HOUSE..I KNOW YOU ARE WITH YOUR BROTHER AND SISTER WOLF ,NIKITA, AND SASHA..I HOPE AND PRAY ME AND YOUR DADDY,  WILL GET TO SEE ALL OF YOU MY SWEET AND PRECIOUS FOUR LEGGED FRIENDS ONE DAY.. THEY SAY WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY HERE ON EARTH ,YOU WILL BE REUNITED WITH IN HEAVEN, AND I BELIEVE THAT WITH ALL MY HEART..I'LL NEVER FORGET THE DAYS WE WENT WALKING IN THE WOODS,,AND YOU WOULD RIDE WITH ME EVERYWHERE..THEN AS TIME WENT ON,,YOUR OLD HIP STARTED TO GO BAD ON YOU,,AND IT HURT ME SOO TO SEE YOU STRUGGLE TO GET OFF THE GROUND,,I GAVE YOU MEDICINE FOR THE PAIN, AND DID THE BEST I COULD,WANTED TO KEEP YOU WITH ME AS LONG AS I COULD,,SELFISH I KNOW,YOU'RE AT PEACE NOW AND YOU HAVE A NEW BODY,,WELL MY SWEET MINNIE,,WE LOVE YOU SOO MUCH ME AND DADDY,,AND HE MISSES YOU LAYING IN FRONT OF HIS BUILDING WHENEVER HE WAS WORKING THERE,,,MEMORIES HOW THEY LINGER,,HOW THEY EVER TOUCH OUR SOUL,,ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS,,OFTEN ON OUR MINDS,,I'VE LOST SOO MANY LOVED ONES AND MY FOUR LEGGED FRIENDS,,THE MEMORIES OF YOU ALL ARE THE GREATEST TREASURES I'LL EVER OWN,,WE LOVE YOU MINNIE AND OUR OTHER FOUR LEGGED FRIENDS,,WE;LL NEVER FORGET YOU ALL,, I'LL NEVER FORGET EITHER THE WAY YOU ALWAYS HAD TO GO GET YOUR PINK BALL AND WANTING TO PLEASE US WITH IT,,LOVE ALWAYS DADDY AND MOMMA
Milo, 11/23/2002 - 12/21/2012 Small Cam

Milo, you were the typical headstrong,independent Lhasa Apso but you quickly captured our hearts as you grew through the years, always protective of Kathy in her wheelchair and somehow cognizant of her physical limitations so that you always waited for me to walk you, take you to the vets and the groomers, and wrestle with you on the floor.  You slept in our bed, nestled behind Kathy's knees, always facing the door, so that you could protect us.  Although your water bowl was filled with water all day, you waited until I came home to drink water, knowing that Kathy could not take you out to pee if you drank too much.  You instinctively knew when one of us was sick or sad and provided us with lots of licks and kisses to cheer us up.  You were our special little child, who waited outside daddy's shower because you knew that a walk in the park came next.  At nine o'clock each night, you came to our "computer room" and sat in the doorway, reminding me that it was time for your final walk of the night AND you knew the final walk was a different path than your other walks. When we first got you and found that you were prone to ear infections, you would not let me put ear drops in your ears without trying to bite me fiercely, but you learned that the ear drops were good for you and eventually you obediently jumped into "your chair" so that I could put the healing ear drops in and massage your ears and chin to make sure the drops settled in.  You even grew to enjoy this process.

You embodied so much spirit, love, loyalty, and affection over the years that we are now grief stricken by your devastatingly quick deterioration from IMHA... only six days from diagnosis to death.  Not enough time to tell you how much we loved you and still love you.
There are those who will argue that dogs (and animals) do not go to heaven, but I believe their is a special heaven for those who provide us with unconditional love.  You are safe from fear, pain and puzzlement now and hopefully you know that it took courage on my part to not let you suffer.  Please forgive me.  I hope to see you again, if I am half as good as you were.  You dad:  JiminBrooklyn.
MILTON, 11/01/2003 - 2/16/2013 Small Cam

A HERO THAT FOUGHT UNTIL THE END. HE LIVED LIKE A CHAMP AND DIED LIVED LIKE A CHAMP. MILTON MOMI LOVED YOU LIKE ONE OF HER KIDS. I MISS YOU AND I LOVE YOU
Mimi, June  1998 - June 4 2013

My husband Bill and I had to let our little Himalayan girl go over the Rainbow bridge today, She had Renal failure and was in a lot of pain in spite of all the treatments we gave her.
When I bought Mimi home in Aug 1998 She just took to my husband right away. She just decided he was going to be her human, And that was that.
Although She and my other cat Sassy  ( passed Oct 2011 ) were never that close. I knew they looked out for one another.  When Sassy passed Mimi grieved for awhile. No one can tell me animals don't have emotions. 
So our spunky little girl is with Sassy now, In  our flower garden at the side of our house.
We have decided that we will not get anymore pets. As much as we loved them, We just can't take the heartbreak anymore when they have to go.
Sassy, Mimi we will see you both again someday where their will be no more pain and sickness, Only Joy and happiness.
We love and miss you so much
Linda and Bill Poteat
Mimi Rotman, 3/31/13 Small Cam

Our dearest, sweetest Mimi. We love you very, very much. We are so thankful for the many years we shared together. You will always be in our hearts. We think of you and hope you are peaceful and happy. We miss you so very much. Until we are together again...
Your Loving Family
Mindy (AKC name, Clayfield, the Goodbye Girl), 8/8/2008 - 1/7/2013 Small Cam

Mindy, my beautiful, precious, and unusually friendly and loving German Shepherd Dog went peacefully over the Rainbow Bridge Monday, January 7, 2013, resting on my blanket.

It only took a very short while before she became unconscious, her eyes glazed over and then her loving heart stopped. I held my hand on her body and head, petting her, talking soothing, reassuring words as the medicine to put her to sleep was put in her blood stream.

Earlier, after Mindy went for the last time to potty and release, as she was hobbling back to the porch, so painfully on her leg left, with severe arthritis, she stopped,...and looked up over the house. I looked to see what she had seen and there was nothing. This morning my brother said that she may have seen the opening to the Rainbow Bridge. When he said that I burst into tears, sobbing. I sure do sorely miss this sweet dog. Life seems so very, very empty without her. She was only 4-1/2 years.

The Vet surgeon who had removed little un-united onconeal elbow process bones from her elbows last year said that by that time she had elbows in much worse condition than 18 year old dogs he had seen. Simply the result of over, selective breeding. Mindy got some bad DNA, and that is what it is. 
Mini (the Moocher) Goldbloom, Sometime early in 1996 - 12/23/2012 Small Cam

One day in early summer 1996. Mini jumped out of a dumpster and into our hearts.  It took awhile for him to become familiar with--not frightened of--us, and one evening a few months later he jumped into my arms and was ours forevermore after that.  Before we were able to bring Mini into our home (the apartments where we lived at the time) we would sneak him into our apartment from time to time; he loved to lie in front of the stereo or television and listen to music.  He particularly loved "Minnie the Moocher" from the soundtrack to The Blues Brothers film; I would pick him up and dance with him to that tune, and that's where he got his name.  (After we were able to adopt him, we took him to the vet, where we learned he was a neutered male; the receptionist at the vet's office entered his name in the computer spelled M-I-N-I, which stuck since he was and remained small.  He found the house we live in (and that made it possible for us to adopt him!)  Not only did he find the house, but he also found the last $1800 we needed to close on the house! He also welcomed two furry brothers to the household--Merlyn in late 1999 and Marley (whom Mini literally brought to us) in late summer 2006.  Mini began to swell with fluid and have difficulty breathing last summer; his regular veterinarian consulted with a cardiac specialist and started him on a regimen of heart medication and diuretic.  Even with that, Mini had to have fluid drawn off his lungs twice, and began to improve somewhat, until late November/early December 2012, when he began to swell with fluid once again.  Since we were going away over Christmas, we made arrangements for Mini and Merlyn to be boarded at the vet's office since they were both on medication.  When People Papa Donald put Mini in the carrier on the morning of December 23, 2012, to take him to the vet's, he let out a very unusual cry (which I now realize was him letting us know he was dying) and he passed about a half-hour later at the vet's office.  We miss you terribly, Mini; your furry brothers continue to look for you in your favorite napping places. 
Minky, Dec 14 2001 - June 10 2013 Small Cam

R.I.P MINKY
Dec 14, 2001 – June 10,2013

It hit me last night when I came home and you were not there to greet me like you have for the last 13 years. No tail wagging, no undivided love and no huge grinning face yet I remembered you with a smile. Thanks for all the undivided love you gave me over the years. I miss the little growls you made, the stares you shot my way saying dad you are annoying me and of course your amazing ability to make everybody love you. I smile when I think of you peacefully resting up above because I can hear you calling me saying, "Thanks for all the love". Watching you grow was such a joy from the little ball I first brought home to the companion always by my side. I am amazed at the trust you gave me, and yet comforted by the love we shared. I mourn for you when the days slow down, when the sun begins to set and things get quiet. Now when the first day's light hits my face I know you have awakened and are reaching down to say good morning, to help ease my mourning. You are a light that will not fade. You're gone but not forever. I smile when I see pictures, remembering all the good times we spent together. I will be strong little one; even stronger to speak the words of our memories to others, to smile, when I don't want to smile. You are with me forever in my heart. You were a precious gift that will not fade. You were more than my pet, my friend, companion, and my family. Rest peacefully Minky and we will meet again at the Rainbow Bridge. — at Richmond B.C.
Minnie, 8/19/08 - 2/6/13 Small Cam

Dearest Minnie, my sweet little dachshund, we all miss you very dearly.  Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Even though your life was cut short we had soo many good memories and fun times together. You were my best friend and always will be. I will miss the way you would always bark at the doggies on TV and thinking you could save the dogs out of the television so you could play with them first hand lol. You sure loved your animals! But, I will miss everything about you. You are in one word- WEINERFUL!  You will forever be in our hearts. I am sure you are safe up there with your buddie Gretel. I will see you again one day but until then just know I will always love you, you were an inspiration to me.

Your loving owner- Katie and the rest of your loving family
Miss Kitty (Missy/Kitty/Miss/Missy Mouse), Jan. 15, 2013 Small Cam

Loving Miss Kitty - Came to our home 2004, went to the Lord Jan. 15, 2013

Alas, how to write a Tribute to such a hidden treasure who gave us so much, and asked for so little in return? Truly, you *were* a hidden gem, 'living under my computer desk' during the days, (I loved touching you with my foot during the day), running out like a little carpet beetle at night to jump up on the couch 5 seconds after I sat down, to give us 100% of your love and affection. Asking only to lay with us in the evening to cuddle and watch TV, and asking for protection from the resident bully cat, you asked for nothing else. You lived a 'wild soul' life, indeed. I imagine your dreams during the day when you took shelter behind the couch to sleep at times, was of pouncing and stealthily creeping ever so quickly among the long, tall blades of grass in a deep forest or even a jungle. You taught us what a Maine Coone cat is - and we will forever by reminded of you every time we see a Maine Coone. Your beauty shone through more than you will ever know; your direct eye contact from your beautiful green eyes, your 'merps' and 'chirps' at us to get us talking to you, were so special and endeared us to you. You were patient and loving; waiting until you knew we were 'ready' to have you sit in our laps and pet you, and love you up, understanding that the day's toll on us could sometimes make us not want to have your sharp claws kneading into us. But oh, how we miss that now! You always wanted to reach out and touch us with your little white paws, the mittens that had little sprouts of fur between the toes. "I like your boots, Missy", we would always say to you. You were beautiful. You looked grouchy at times, but never were. You had friends, true friends, in both Sammie and Chloe. Hobbes is another deal altogether, lol, but I admired the way you would stand up to him the times he did back down, and tried to be there for you when he wouldn't. Halo is probably with you now, maybe you've met Fluffy and Bubbie too, and I think Halo knows now you never were all that scary, Kitty. We also believe Baba wrapped you in her arms when you arrived in Heaven. How do we say Good bye to someone who was with us for over 9 beautiful, lovely years?? Why did we need to? Illness is a horrible thing, and Lord knows you tried, Kitty, but ultimately we came to see that God was calling you home, (I had 3 signs in less than an hour in hindsight I realized they were) and you needed to go. Thank you for letting us spend your last hours cuddled around you, and for still looking up and chirping at us, and for rolling onto your belly for a belly scratch just for me, early that morning. I think that morning you knew that we would have to say Good bye soon, but that it really means 'see you when we get there.' Cats to me have always had a special way of relating to Angels and Heaven, and I do think Missy, that you knew 'something' about God, and Heaven, but just couldn't tell us. You probably tried, with all of your talking to us. You are so loved by each of us in the family for how very special and precious of a cat you were. Tristan would come upstairs, and say in his soothing voice to you, "Hey Kitty," giving you a pet on the head despite his allergies to your long fur. "HUH? Whaaat?" Both kids would say as they 'raised' your eyebrows for you, one at a time. Megan would sit and cuddle with you a lot, you loved her soft, sweet voice. We will never forget you, and we will always cherish all of the moments we did share with you. Missy Mouse, may you rest in peace forever, and one day, may we meet again. May God Bless you for all eternity,our beautiful, lovely Kitty.

Mom, Dad, TJ, Meg, Sammie, Chloe, and Hobbes
XXXXX OOOOO
Missy, 1997 - July 22, 2013 Small Cam

AKA "Brown-Noser" "Shhnugglie" "Girly Girl" "Treat Whore"

Missy, you were my best friend - a sweet, gentle soul and a blessing to me every day of my life. I hope I was a good dad to you, I did my very best. My only regret is that I never knew you as a pup. The few years you gave me were joyful, and I cherish those memories. Be healthy and happy again, my lil Treat Whore! Play with your park friends and dance for snacks up in Heaven. As always, stay soft and "shhnugglie." I miss your frisky greetings, kissing your nose and making you sneeze, and I look forward to the day we meet again. Finally, I am so very proud to have called you My Dog.

Prayer
Heavenly Father, Creator of all things, thank you for having entrusted me with Missy, a loyal dog. Thank you for letting Missy teach me unselfish love. Thank you for the memories that I can recall to brighten my days for the rest of my life. Her passing has created a void in my heart that cannot be filled. I do not question Your will, but ask that You be merciful in my loss. Amen.

Tribute date 12.18.13
Missy, April 93 - Aug 08,2013 Small Cam

My little girl Missy, I miss you so much!!! You were my little diva and always kept me in check. You loved me unconditionally as I did you. You will always be in my heart, I love you so!!!! I know you are still watching over me with mommy from above. Missy I know you know that I love you immensely and always will!!! I could not let you suffer just to keep you with me, that would be totally selfish. So I had to make that awful decision that morning. I always dreaded for that day to come. Now there is no suffering and your free of any pain that you might have had. As you know I still talk to you and your still with me just not physically. There will be no other kitty like you to take your place. That could never happen!!!! I know I will see you again with mommy, until we meet again. I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH!!!
Missy, July 26th 2013 Small Cam

Missy we only had you for three years...you were already 11yrs at that time and you left us at age 14yrs..you were not only beautiful but you were a true gift from God.  You gave us such love, those huge brown eyes could burn through to anyone's heart, and they sure did mine.  I am broken and lost without you, I love you with all my heart, thankyou for all you gave to me and your daddy.  One day we will meet again and I can hardly wait to see you there to greet me home.  Your little friend Tangi misses you too, she is wandering around the house looking for you...oh how you are missed..the tears continue to flow.
all our love forever, your human Mum and Dad and your little adopted sister, Tangi.
Missy, April 1999 - February 9, 2013 Small Cam

Missy was a tough little girl. She lived an amazing life on an acreage. When I took her in she had always been tied up and never walked. I gave her a life where she roamed a huge acreage,never to be tied again. In the evenings I would confine her to a large fenced in area off of my back deck.
She eventually became diabetic and blind. This didn't stop her from being the tough little protector of me and my property. She would still try to run up into the woods and bark fiercely at anything she could smell. Eventually after running into a few trees too many she would stay in the flat clearings.
A cougar snatched her right off of my deck the other night and killed her. She was probably going to try to fight him off too. The end was swift. Cougars are very efficient killing machines. She wouldn't have suffered too much. The Conservation Officer said she was in a way, a hero, because of her death, they were able to track this cougar and kill it. This cougar had taken four other pets earlier and they had been tracking him for weeks. Thank you Missy for saving other pet's lives and maybe even mine or my granddaughters who are tiny.
I am taking what is left of her body to the crematorium today. I will miss my little buddy. Thank you baby girl. I will never forget you.
Mister Beebs, 09/01/94 - 07/09/13

Our Beloved Mister Beebs, you were a real trooper clear to the end!  Although blind and partially deaf, you kept on ruling the roost! You gave us many years of wonderful companionship and happiness!  You even made things exciting at times!  You have now crossed the Rainbow Bridge, but we will, eventually be together again one day!  God Bless our wonderful pal!
Misty (my girly-girl), June 2003 - February 25, 2013 Small Cam

Misty, what can I say? You were the funniest girl, such a "girly-girl" with your pink collar and friendly persona. You loved everyone you ever met, greeted your family and friends with jumps and trying to climb on laps, even though you were much too big. You loved to run and follow your nose wherever it led, especially into any body of water within reach. Your sister Lucky looked for you when I came home without you and she will miss you the most as you were together for almost 10 years. Your cat Pink has been by your side since you got sick and Minxi, the new girl on the block, kept watch over you all. It happened much too fast and to your last moment you didn't look sick but inside you were dying. Because I love you so much, it was my responsibility to make sure you didn't suffer a minute longer than you had to. Thank you for being my "comic relief" for almost 4 years. You made everyone smile and laugh and will be missed so very much. Say "Hi" to everyone over The Bridge for me and you know you are forever in my heart. Until we meet again baby girl...<3 <3
Mittens, May 10, 1997 - February 7, 2013 Small Cam

Dear Mittens;

You were loved so much.  I miss you terribly.  You were a special kitty and my constant companion.  You helped me through hard times and were always there for me.  You always made me happy.  I hope you knew how much I loved you and that you did not suffer at the end.  I am sorry you got so sick.  I wish I could take you home and hold you one more time.  I will see you again at Rainbow Bridge and we can be together again. 

Love,
Your Mom
MOE, 06/26/04 - 10/24/13 Small Cam

MOE is the toughest living being I have ever known.  It would take 400 pages at least to describe what this tough guy has overcome time and again.  I could of put him through another surgery and kept him a little longer, but that would of been wrong!  The Vets told me they have never seen anyone do so much for a pet with the pets best interest considered than I have.  People talk about soulmates.  Well, MOE was my k9 soulmate.  We had such a special bond! I lost my Mom last year after an 18 year battle with Alzheimers.  She did not get to enjoy Moe and his brother Larry due to her disease.  I believe there is something special awaiting all of us when our bodies quit.  I take comfort that Mom is now taking care of my beloved MOE for me.  We will be together again!!!  MOE will always be in my heart and in my mind.  Miss you so much already BUDDY!!!
Moi, 11th October 2013 Small Cam

To My Darling Cat, Princess Pretty Moi, my child and wonderful companion..

Today I had to put you to sleep due to your illness. Even though the prognosis was not good a few weeks ago, we were managing it with regular visits and your injections. But you had not eaten in four days and when I got home this afternoon, I could see you could not even lift your head, I knew the time had come.
I want you to know that I am sorry that it was your mother, me, who had to make this decision but I know it was the right thing to do for you.  I am so sorry that the experience was traumatic for you. As I held you and kissed you, I heard your cry and I want you to know that I love you and always will. You have been with me through most of my life changing events in the last few years and your were my healing companion through everything. You were such a good, beautiful and graceful,aristo cat. When I went to the SPCA with David to help him chose you, you chose me, there and then. Out of all the cats behind the cage, you jumped up and said "Choose Me".
I know that your spirit has been set free from your sick body and you are on the Rainbow Bridge.  I also know that you are not alone and that Savanah, Jamason, Gigi, Camelot, Saffron, Twiggy and Annabel are with you. I know that you will be with me always in spirit. I love you. Until we meet again my Pretty Moi Xx
Molly, May 9, 2013

Molly, I miss you so very much!  My heart is broken.  I miss everything we did every day - our routine - rides in the car, walks, everything, Molly, we were constant companions.  You were such a wild dog and so scared when you came to our house.  Whoever owned you did not treat you kindly.  But you even had your very own soft chair and shared the big davenport with your other dog friends, Shinto and Blaise.  When the tumors started to show on you side a good vet removed them, but said they could return with a vengeance.  And they did! For five years you put up with growing, ugly sarcoma tumors.  I worried and worried - the vet said no more surgeries - your trouble breathing wouldn't take it.  Then finally they started to drain and bleed.  Oh, Molly!  I hated to see you lick them raw...Oh, Molly, I am so sorry, but I didn't know what to do!  You so willingly went for your last ride - I let you down...and you wanted so much to leave that vet office...but I let him put you to sleep.  I betrayed you, but oh Molly, I love you so much.  Please forgive me!  I miss you so much - our bedroom is so empty without you sleeping there.  Maybe someday, Molly, I can crawl out of this gloom and darkness and remember our good times.  I loved Blaise and Shinto, but you, Molly, shared my soul!  Thank you, Molly, for helping me survive our family tragedies.  Thank you, Molly, for sharing my life.
Molly, 4/1/2000 - 3/22/2013 Small Cam

Sweet Miss Molly, Mullet, Molly-pop, I hope you know how much Mom misses you.  You changed my life in so many ways, I hope I changed yours for the better, too.   Love you always, Mom
Molly and Priscilla Ferguson, Molly 24 Sep 1999 - Molly 16 Sep 2013

A Tribute to Our Dogs – Molly and Priscilla
Molly was remarkable because she was by far the easiest person to get along with, that I ever knew…..
She just needed to be with us and she was happiest when she was curled up on Matthews lap….Molly used to jostle for more room on the recliner…she would always win and Matthew would have one quarter of the chair while she was sprawled out on the remainder. We could never work out why a Miniature Schnauzer who weighed 6kgs needed so much room.
She would only eat toast with butter and she didn't like walking on grass…..go figure.
We loved her so very much and we doted on her every need, even in her early days, but more so in her advancing years when the toll of age became apparent…..she never went hungry she was never too cold or too hot….she never wanted for anything.  That is the very highest regard, we held her in.
Molly was the most faithful of friends – in my darkest days she would never leave my side…..me in the foetal position and she curled up and spooning me whilst I shed my tears of pain. 
My overflowing tears are now for her, and the immense loss I feel at her passing.
My grief is palpable.
I feel an aloneness, a place where she always was, is now empty.
She, will always be in my heart.
I only hope she knew how much she meant to us, and that our last decision about her well being and dignity was made with the ultimate love and respect.
Our house is bereft of her, and her loving energy, and her soft and soulful eyes.
I cuddled Molly a lot.
I would nuzzle my face in hers and she would lick my face in a loving embrace.
I didn't even care if five minutes before that she may have been licking her bum!
I will miss that.
I will miss not being able to feel her warmth, touch her soft fur and nuzzle my face in hers.
We will plant a tree for Molly and one for Priscilla who came to us later.
Cilla our second Mini Schnauzer was rescued from a life of repetitive breeding. 
We like to think we saved her from becoming a commodity.
She lived in a crate in a garage.
We loved Priscilla and she loved us.
Cilla was a needy dog who was always in your face.
We had to peel her off us and we think that was because she was starved of affection when she was with her previous owner……
We gave her plenty, but Cilla was a bottomless pit !
Her whole body wiggled when we came home…she was so excited to see us.
It was like her tail started at her head because when she wagged it, her whole body would bounce from side to side.
She was such an enthusiastic and joyful person.
She would smile, her teeth showing in absolute delight at our reunion even though we may have been away for only an hour…..
She used to push Molly out of the way in order to take pride of place on our knee, and she was persistent….only settling once she was firmly on our lap and as close to us as was possible.
She took to Matthew immediately….our first night together involved him sitting in our green chairs with two dogs battling it out for his attention….I was third in line on the night…but I didn't mind.  Our dogs were great judges of character and I trusted their opinions unequivocally.  Matthew is still around as the girls gave him the stamp of approval, on that very first meeting.  They loved him unconditionally, just as they did me.
We let Cilla go with love and respect in 2007.
I still miss her.
Our dogs were our world, and with their passing, comes a deep and profound sadness unlike any other.
They are now reunited in doggie heaven, with no prospect of pain or suffering.
I am comforted by that, to a very small degree.
But, I miss them so very much and cannot reconcile life without them.
I salute you Molly and Cilla and thank you for your love and companionship.
You were two of the great loves of my life, and I will miss you till the day I join you on the astral plane, when it is my time to pass over.
I look forward to you both greeting me on Rainbow Bridge, where we will never be apart again.
Molly Mae, 09/08/2002 - 12/23/2013 Small Cam

To my beloved Molly Mae... You were by my side for 11 wonderful years and will be in my heart forever. You will never be forgotten.. Miss  and Love You Molly Mae....
Molly Marie Ives, 10/31/1999 - 07/27/2013 Small Cam

My dearest Molly, my sweet girl, the light of my life.  I am writing this to tell you how much I miss you and to thank you for the amazing life you gave me during your time here on Earth.  My heart aches when I think of the agonizing decision I made to let you transition to the Rainbow Bridge; I've cried for days on end.  I knew you were suffering and that your quality of life was diminished.  I didn't want you to endure any more pain; I've now transferred that pain to me as I agonize over losing you.  I hope you're bounding through meadows and playing with your Mom and siblings, carefree and happy and healthy once again.  My hope is that you're at peace with how you have transitioned and that you realize what I did I did out of love.

I remember the first time I saw you; a little black and white furball at my sister's house...so cute and so lively with all the other pups.  I just knew I had to have you!  Since that night, I grew to love you more and more with each passing day.  You stole my heart and you're in my soul.  I hope you'll always be there, because I never want to forget you!

I know I wasn't always the best Daddy; I was impatient at times and could have been more tolerant.  But deep down my love for you was genuine and real; you taught me how to love and I hope I gave you that love back.  You made bad days better; you brought joy to my life in ways I can't even begin to count.  I've never loved any living thing more than I loved you and I doubt if I ever will.  You were an amazing life force and I hope that continues on the Bridge.

My wonderful sweet girl, I hope you are now free of pain and suffering.  I hope you are always in the sun, basking in it's warmth and frolicking freely in the meadows.  I look forward to seeing you at the Bridge when it's my time to join you and then crossing over together.  I miss you terribly, and my life has forever been changed with your passing. I want you to know that despite all my failings I treasured each and every moment with you and look forward to the time I can be with you again.  I love you, Molly, and I always will.  You will always be in  my heart and soul.  Thank you for making my life so full and rich.  I miss you terribly and hope you are in a better place.

Much love,

Daddy
Momo X, March 18, 2004 - October 23, 2013 Small Cam

My sweet baby boy Momo. Thank you for the 9+ years we had together. You have given me so much love and joy. My heart is broken now, but I know you are whole and where you need to be. Until that wonderful day when we meet again on the rainbow bridge, be happy, be whole and know you are loved forever. Love Mommy
Moon Cloud, May 1999 - September 9th 2013  Small Cam

You melted my heart and helped me to love again.  From the first day I brought you home and felt I was still grieving for the previous furbaby, I looked at your little sad and apprehensive face and kept you anyway.   I have not looked back since.  Will never forget your first day out, Moon Cloud, I turned around to make a cup of tea, came back to the front steps and there you were halfway up the brickwall to my neighbours house, hanging on for dear life!!  My heart was in my mouth and thoughts of calling the fire brigade or running around to find a ladder rushed through my mind.   Luckily neighbour had an old pigeon coup and you were guided to jump down onto the roof of that.   You looked exactly where I was pointing and telling you and let yourself gradually slip down and over in that direction. Needless to say, you didn't go out again for a few more days as I grounded you lol. Your first gifts to me were leaves!!   I thought that was so cute, until one day when you got a little older and you progressed to sparrows then pigeons.  Miss you greeting me in the mornings and when I come home and patiently waiting at least 2 hours before it was your treat time!!!   Miss the way you would follow me almost all the way to the local shop with me telling you to stay and be safe away from the main road, only to hear a rustling in the bushes on my way back and a few meows and there you were running out to me and ahead to take me back home again.  Such sweet, fond memories I have of you Moon Cloud, the best cat I could ever have had.  You were unique and I love you very much.   Your illness was sudden and quick, within a month and I pray I did the right thing in letting you go when I did, your quality of life was truly gone.  No more jumping up here and there, or playing or even grooming yourself, in the end you couldn't eat, but I persevered in the hope we would get through this together.  Love and miss you so much my handsome boy, visit me anytime.
Moses Granquist, 2/1/2001 - 7/14/2013

My little Moe baby, how much I miss you. I pray you'll always remember what a special joy you were in mine and Andrew's life. I know you really TRULY loved us with all your heart! I can't imagine that you wouldn't know how much I loved you, because I told you everyday, several times a day. I told you with my kisses, my gentle petting, sometimes cradling you up against my chest, singing and dancing with you (as silly as it may have seemed). We played together. You loved to go for car rides, even if just to look so cute; so a nice lady might give you a doggy treat. I LOVED you, and still LOVE you! Making the choice, when it was your time to go, was the most difficult thing for me to do. But I feel honored to have been with you the moment you first joined our family as a puppy, to holding you in my arms when you took your last breath. 12 and a half years....Where did the time go? I LOVE you, I cry for you, only because I miss you SO much. But, I know I'll meet you again when I pass on. I will hold you, and kiss you; maybe dance with you once again. I will enjoy that. 
Mowgli, 02/14/2009 - 02/28/2013 Small Cam

The sweetest,gentlest, bravest soul I have encountered in all my years and travels... and the best friend I ever had.  Not goodbye... just see you later, big boy.
Mr. Ethan Chips, April 16, 1999 - October 5, 2013 Small Cam

My beautiful ragdoll Mr. Ethan Chips came into my life at a great time. I had lost his sister, Simone, 4 months earlier. I didn't think I wanted a boy kitty. They were so messy! But Ethan was the nicest, sweetest cat in the world. He suffered a lot of health problems throughout his life, but Ethan was such a trooper through it all. My boyfriend, John, who I think is more of a dog person, fell in love with Ethan, because he had so many dog-like qualities.

I miss Ethan so much, but I know that he is waiting around the corner, playing with his sister and cousins of both feline and canine persuasion.

I love you, baby boy.
Mr. Jingles, 7/10/2003 - 9/23/2013 Small Cam

I just wanted to let you know how very much you were loved.  What an unselfish, beautiful creature you were.  You brought us such joy, we are blessed and honored to have known you. Thank you for the last 10 years.  We miss you terribly.  We will see you again someday.  You are our angel, and you will always be in our hearts. 
Mr. Peanut, July 4, 1998 - February 20, 2013 Small Cam

Oh Mr. P, how we miss you.  You came into my life when I needed a friend and your crazy ways made me laugh constantly.  You always made sure that I was ok before you went to take a nap and you always came running to the door when I would get home from work.  Daddy misses you very much even though he's too macho to show it but I saw his tears when we finally said goodbye to you.  Little Girl keeps looking for her best friend and she has become clingy because she now longer has the love of her life laying next to her.

I hope you are now happy where you are and that you are able to run and play the way you used to.  I bet you no longer are thirsty constantly nor do you need to eat every two seconds because of the diabetes.  Your fur is probably beautiful again and all the weight you lost is probably back on your 24 lbs frame.  You're just as gorgeous as ever!!

Thank you for being my friend and listening to me rant and rave about life.  You never stopped loving me and I will NEVER stop loving you.  I miss you but I know that you are in heaven with the rest of the family.  Rest in peace my friend and I will see you again.
Muffin, May 6, 1999 - May 3, 2013 Small Cam

Muffin, we miss you so much. You will always be "Our Little Girl". We know you are in a better place, where there is no pain. You can now see and hear again and be the happy little girl that mommy and daddy always wanted for you.  Daddy and I will always love you and never forget you.
Murphy Carmine, 10/10/05 - 11/05/13 Small Cam

Thank you for being such a great dog Murphy. You were such a kind, gentle dog. You greeted everyone who entered the door with such enthusiasm and love, and for that everyone immediately became your friend. You would even give your favorite new friends a little extra loving as soon as you wrapped your golden arms around their leg ;)
Thank you for accepting all the things we put you through.....new sister, new brother and a mean ol' step mother. But your step mother loved you very much and would do anything to have you back.
Thank you for being a loyal best friend to Brian. You loved him so much and he knew it everytime you looked at him, licked his hands, jumped on his stomach on the couch where you would rest your head on his chest. You will never know how much you truly meant to him. You gave him so much just by being YOU. You got him through some tough times and for that I am soooooo grateful. Thank you thank you thank you Murphy.
You were our family and your family will miss you.
Rest well Friend........

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