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Oliver, 09/03/1996 - 03/21/2013 Small Cam

We lost our beloved Oliver, a Shih Tzu, on March 21, 2013, when he was put to sleep at the Vet's for renal failure at the age of 16 1/2. He was a sweet quiet loving little soul who we got as a foreclosure rescue in 2009. Other than congestive heart and arthritis, he led a normal relatively healthy life until Fall, 2012 when the renal symptoms appeared.

Oh, Oliver, how we miss your sweet quiet little soul blessing us and our home. You came to us with a bad case of PTSD from being abandoned in that house, yet, despite your age, you tried your best to settle in and adopt us as your new parents. We miss you and your unique little personality and love so much. We're sorry to have taken so long to honor your memory at Rainbow Bridge but we had a childish hope that God would bring a miracle and you would be back with us again, healed and healthy. We hope you have found happiness at Rainbow Bridge and have found your Shihpoo girlfriend, Petal, who passed away in April, 2008. You both loved each other so much over the years. We hope as you crossed Rainbow Bridge that you were healed and that you feel good again.
 We want you to know we miss you every day and will never forget you. Until we join you in heaven, We love you forever.
 Momma and Daddy


Oreo, July 2011 - September 2, 2013 Small Cam

Oreo was the Energizer Bunny but sadly she succumbed to lymphoma after what appeared to be a relatively brief illness, even though it felt like years as we went on the journey with her. She was radiant and full of life and we used to say she was the healthiest dog we ever knew.  She would be willing to play frisbee at a moment's notice and had this wonderful howl of a greeting whenever we came back home and we would "sing" together this howl until we were sufficiently welcomed.  She threw her head back whenever she walked ahead of us as if to say, let's go!  She loved people and several of our friends would get the "grin" whenever they came over and she would not stop until they paid attention to her as if to say, here I am, you are my friend.  She tolerated her brother Mack, but in her own way she knew he was her protector because when she was afraid she would hide behind my legs and let Mack take the lead.  She wasn't afraid of anything outdoors but she could be afraid of wood or tile floors, furniture that might move, rooms she was unfamiliar with, and anything that made a loud noise. Thunder was her nemesis and we eventually had to get her the Thunder Shirt on those days when it was too much for her. She wasn't a fan of football either, leaving the room and going to her crate whenever we had the gang over for what sounded to her like thunder when we cheered. She loved beer and alcohol...we could not figure that out but she wanted your beer if you were drinking it and a few times we let her lick our fingers with alcohol on it and she would lap it up as if to say, where's my drink?  We didn't let her have it but it was a very strange behavior for a dog to want to drink alcohol.  She left us in her most trusted place, her bed and we will forever remember our Punky Pete for as long as we live. Hope we see you on the other side of the bridge, our sweet little girl.

Oscar, Sept 14, 1997 - April 30, 2013 Small Cam

Good bye lil buddy. You're with KC and Maddie now. I'll see you again one day.


OscarWildeCat, March 31, 1997 - August 4, 2013

Oscar -- handsome long-haired black kitten with the amazing "chocolate" undercoat, born feral under the back porch of my university dean's residence as winter turned to spring in 1997, voice-tamed and finally lured inside when you were six months old, you gradually learned to trust and finally to cuddle.  What a loving and loyal companion you've been, and what a sweet and welcoming presence, first at 53D and then at 124C. Your special perches in the sunny spots by your two favorite windows look empty without you.  Rest now with Bailey, Lyle, Moses, Magoo, Guinness, and Sebastian with whom you shared such good times, and know how much you've been loved and how much your gentle, sweet presence will be missed.  

Fitch, Pinta, Tyler, and the people who have loved you so very much along the way.


Osita Marie, March 6, 2005 - Jan 15, 2013 Small Cam

Osita, I'll never forget the day a lady came into our fire station, needing help because she had a puppy stuck under her car seat. We got it out, and admired how cute it was, and she said she had a sister to it that I could have. So I called your Mom and asked her to come by the station and pick something up to take home. She said, "Oh great, what kind is it this time?" She knew what a sucker I was for a pretty face. You looked like a little teddy bear, so we named you Osita- little bear. Although you looked more like your mother, a chow/husky mix, than your father, a golden retriever, you never showed a hint of chow personality. You were one of the sweetest, most loving dogs, I've ever had. Oh, you could show a temper sometimes. When you didn't want to go back in your pen when called, you would shake your head, fall down, and scoot on your back, and then get up and go in as told. And you liked to make sure that Katie the lab knew you were the boss. You'd run around and bark at her, trying to intimidate her, which you succeeded at. But you loved and cared for each other deeply. And every morning, before eating breakfast, you had to check on your cats, Miller and Toby. You were so gentle with them, and loved them dearly too. I'm so sorry that nobody realized the illness that you must have hidden so well. You seemed fine one day, and very sick the next. But it's comforting to know that the last words you heard were your Mom and me telling you how much we all loved you. There will never be another Chowsky Retriever like you. Mom, Katie, and I all love you very much.


Otis, 04-01-2003 - 11-05-2012 Small Cam

My first dog, 6 months gone and I still think of him every day. We found Otis not long after arriving in Australia. I think he'd had a rough first 6 months - he featured in the local paper having been thrown out of a car. Luckily he was rescued and taken around to the local RSPCA. When we asked to see him, he immediately rolled on his back and widdled - so happy to have someone pay him attention. A lovely dog, enjoyed his human company, a red cattle dog cross (goodness knows with what), unusual looking, with ears like that we should have called him Spock. Give him a decent sized puddle, he could entertain himself for hours and he loved soccer balls. Don't let anyone kid you that Enduro balls last forever. Given time, a strong set of jaws and determination, anything is possible. He never complained despite the pain of his illness, and the treatment, and he knew his Mum and Dad loved him dearly. Dear friend, thank you for 10 years of unforgettable memories.


Otis, 07/15/04 - 01/19/13 Small Cam

My silly goof, Otis. You are my doggie soulmate, my best friend. I miss you terribly. I love you so much. I loved the way you could make me laugh, and the way you knew when I was down. Your little loving eyes always made me feel better. You were the funniest dog I have ever met. Your tenacity and enthusiasm for fetch was unmatched by any other dog, perhaps ever!! You were the best snuggle bud. I will always miss curling up with you, and looking into your little face. I will miss you scooting your butt up to me, and leaning into me, and sitting on my feet. I will miss dancing with you in the kitchen. I will miss taking pictures of you. I will miss throwing you the ball. I will miss watching you lay in the sun. Your energy was so infectious. You were the best walking partner ever! You pushed me to walk faster and farther. You were the friendliest dog ever, and never met a person or another dog you didn't love. So many people cared about you and loved you. There are so many little things that will never be the same without you. The love you gave me was unconditional and everlasting. I am so grateful that you were my dog, and so grateful you chose me to be your mommy. I will cherish you in my heart forever. I love you, I love you, I love you my silly goof!!


Otto Livingston, 04/08 - 02/16/13 Small Cam

You were the best friend anyone could have asked for!  You brought us so much happiness and added so much to our lives!  We will never forget all the fun times we had playing tug o war and playing with the laser. You were such a great companion for Lani and I know she is missing you so much!   We will love you forever and you will always be an important part of this family!!,

Love Forever and Always,
Daddy, Mommy, Lani, Hannah, Trevor, and Makenna


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