"Pet Memories"
Whether
your dog is a pedigree or an "ABC" (all bits combined!), he is still
the most wonderful dog in the whole world, and he thinks you are the most
wonderful owner. If you have never had a dog (though I don't think you would be
reading these pages if you haven't), then you have missed out on one of life's
pleasures. Forget the hairs on the furniture, the muddy pawprints etc. When
they have left you, you realise what a big part of your life they were.
Even now,
I still think I hear Ben sometimes, or I see something out of the corner of my
eye, and for one fleeting moment I feel his presence. My life is richer for
having known him, and I will NEVER ever forget him, his warm, soft fur, the
lick of his tongue, and the 13 years he shared my life.
OLD
DOGS DO NOT DIE
We have a secret you and I,
That no one else shall know.
For who, but I can see you lie,
Each night, in fireglow?
And who but I can reach my hand
Before we go to bed,
And feel the living warmth of you
And touch your silken head?
And only I walk woodland paths,
and see ahead of me,
Your small form racing with the wind,
So young again, and free.
And only I can see you swim
In every brook I pass.
And when I call, no one but I
Can see the bending grass.
~~Unknown
When my friend, Wendy, lost Floyd, her 8
year-old Boxer, she wrote this poem about him: -
A POEM
FOR FLOYD, MY BEAUTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL BOXER
You were seven weeks old exactly, the day you came to me,
A funny, joyous bundle, of vulnerability.
How my life was changed, from that moment on,
Feeding, caring, cleaning, walking, training...fun.
Every waking moment, always something to do,
enjoying every second, sharing it with you.
Getting to love you more and more, with all the passing days,
Getting to understand you, and all your funny ways.
Doing everything together, from morning until night,
Listening to you snoring! Even that was a delight.
Then cancer came to claim you; it broke my heart in two.
Eight wonderful years, then you were gone, I didn't know what to do.
And now it's a year without you, my heart is breaking yet,
I'll love you Floyd, forever, my beautiful, beautiful pet.....
©Wendy Smith 2000
IN MEMORY OF MR. BANDIT
MrBandit, A special
part of the family for almost 15 years, loved and missed more than he will ever
know by his Mommy "Diane", Connie, and Melissa of
"Bandit"
Went to
IN MEMORY OF HOMER, A BELOVED BOXER
(This
beautiful tribute was written by Ruth Bean of
Three short years I
had Homer by my side. My first dog, my first experience of the Boxer breed. He
was my world, my baby, my reason to come home, my reason to go out for walks. I
have never loved anything as much as I loved you. We did all the things that we
weren't supposed to do; we slept in the same bed, we chased cats, you even ate
my dinner. You also did things by yourself which you weren't supposed to do,
like phoning the police when I was at work, ripping wallpaper off the walls and
opening the fridge to get out butter and chickens.
No money in the world could have helped you though when you were poorly. I
tried everything I could and put you through test after test in the vain hope
that something could be done to save your weak little body. Your dad and I took
you to a special hospital and I held you for the five-hour journey and even
though you were in pain you still licked my face.
Your life was not a waste, Homer; you touched so many people with your special
ways. People still talk
you about today and I'm sure the cats down our street wonder where you are. You
are at home now with your Dad and I and you are surrounded by pictures that
show everyone how special you were. I am sorry that you only had 3 years with
us but you shared our wedding day and Xmas's and birthdays and I love you with
all my heart.
RuthXX
"HOMER"
Went to
IN MEMORY OF PRISCILLA
Priscilla was rescued from a life of pain and suffering by Pattie
Rothstein in 1991. Pattie patiently and lovingly taught her to trust again. On
19th June 2001, Pattie had to let her go to
"Priscilla"
Went to
IN MEMORY OF BARLEY
Beloved friend of Alan Briggs
"Barley"
Went to
"Always in my heart....."
"My Angel Wings"
(This touching tribute was written
by Stefanie, in memory of Pepsi, her lab/shepherd mix, who went to Rainbow
Bridge 4 years ago)
Now I let my
body rest, I have grown weak and out of breath,
But as I breathe so heavily, a vision of you is what I see,
I know now you're a part of me, now I breathe for you Pepsi...
A child lived
without a place, surrounded by nothing but hate,
Watching as the days went by, waiting for the night to cry,
Having not one single friend, wanting for my life to end,
Perhaps sometime in my short life, I had done something right.
With all the hate inside of me, and resent I lived and breathed,
There had to been just one small thing, that has earned my angel wings,
A gift given to me, to guide me through my life to be...
Seeing you for the first time, I felt a love I can't describe,
Looking deep into your eyes, I knew we'd never say goodbye,
You had given me back life, it was for me you stayed alive.
You tried so hard to fight your pain, crawled to me when I called
your name,
Coughing everyday and night, forcing down a single bite,
You heard me as I held you tight, "Pepsi make it through the night",
Still each morning you were there, thin and weak and short of air,
Watched me as
I left for school, sheltered me when kids were cruel,
You'd wipe the tears right from my eyes, it was for me you stayed alive.
And as I grew and years passed by, you were nurturing and wise,
Guiding me each day I grew, always there to help me through,
Each day I'd hug and give a kiss, never was a day I missed,
Cause I know now and knew back then, that you are my eternal friend.
I value everyday we shared, but most of all how much you cared,
Never will I forget the day, the sea took our home away,
And how we held each other tight, in a small, cold room without light,
Did not have
time to pack, I wore the clothes on my back,
But as we sat there without heat, you brought out the warmth in me.
Any love I lived and breathed, I knew was all in you Pepsi,
And we got through that winter day, and saw many seasons change,
And people that were once close, lost common ground and became ghosts,
School days soon grew far away, then adulthood came my way.
But no matter how life and people changed, you have always stayed the same,
From the sad child I once was, and you a pup with a bad lung,
Our friendship and our love remained, more than any words can say,
Thank you for all that you've done, I cherish all the laughs and fun,
Thank you for being the one, that helped me through when I was young.
Because of
you I know love, now I know the meaning of,
My love for you won't go away, it grows stronger everyday,
You are now a part of me, I feel your presence when I breathe,
I always knew it would be rough, missing you so very much.
But I try hard to stay strong, and know you're with me all along,
They say that there is a place, that human souls go with their faith,
You are my eternal friend never will that change or end,
Heaven's Gate I will refuse, if I can't enter with you.
So if, on that November day, you did not see a light ray,
Be patient and wait for me, I promise that with you I'll be,
All my life I will await, the day that I can kiss your face,
My soul would never pass you by...we'll be together when I die...
Written By Her
Eternal Friend, Stefani...
"PEPSI
& STEFANI"
Waiting
at the Bridge...
IN MEMORY OF HONEY "HAMBONE" LIEBERMAN
Honey was the sweetest dog to everyone she knew.
"Honey"
Went to
after a tragic road accident, aged 15.
Sleep
well, little Mom
IN MEMORY OF GUNNER
"GUNNER"
Gunner
-you were the biggest legend on earth for a short but great 6 years.
You will always be missed until we meet again.
I tried everything I could.
Love Dad
IN MEMORY OF JAZZ
Jazz
1/1/97 - 8/1/03
I hate the way you bark
at me,
I hate it when you stare,
I hate your big dumb furry paws,
I hate it when you glare.
I hate the way you read my mind
I hate the way you whine,
I hate you so much it makes me sick
it even makes me cry.
I hate the way you laugh at me
And the fact you didn't call
To let me know that you arrived
at Heaven's doggy door
But most of all I hate that I don't hate you at all
Not even close
Not even a little bit
Not even at all.
love from Mummy and your best mates Bob
and Brindafella
IN MEMORY OF MAX
The best
friend of Amanda
We tried all we could, but you were suffering too much for a dog
who loved to play as much as you did.
I miss the clickety-clack of your nails coming down the hallway to see me,
and there's an empty spot beside me in bed.
Max -
went to
Aged 61/2 years
IN MEMORY OF TINA KNOWLES, A MUCH-LOVED CORGI/SHELTI CROSS
Tina was the most gentle, the most beautiful person - she became
Mother to an abandoned kitten, and a part of our family.
She suffered from cancer, and two days before we made the terrible decision to
put her to sleep to spare her further pain, she had a stroke.
We still
think of you every day - Charlie has not taken your place - you will be our
baby for always and forever.
Love from
Mummy, Becki, and all the people who love you
Sleep well little girl
Tina -
went To
Aged 14 years
IN MEMORY OF
"
Went to
Aged 101/2 years
I sure
loved you,
Love, Laura
A TRIBUTE TO ALL MY BEAUTIFUL DOGS WHO HAVE GONE AHEAD OF ME
Those of us who understand
the love of an animal often feel very alone when friends and family
don't "get it." It's nice to know others do.
I lost my Reuben in
1998 and have a memorial page for him at
http://home.bellsouth.net/p/s/community.dll?ep=87&subpageid=60704&ck=
Sincerely,
Erich Trapp, father to a crowd waiting at
IN MEMORY OF HIGGINS
A handsome part-labrador, who was one of a litter of 13, and was
not expected to survive. But bravely overcoming many set backs over the years,
he enjoyed life and was deeply loved by his owner, Georgia. When he became so
ill with cancer,
IN MEMORY OF PA-POOCH
I feel like I had a once in a lifetime Friend and Companion. He
died one day after his eighteenth Birthday. The joy this Pomerarian brought
into our lives is a once in a lifetime memory. He will never be forgotten. He
died suddenly of a Stroke on 7th September 2003, but he will always live on in
our hearts.
Linda
"PA-POOCH"
IN MEMORY OF BO
She
has been by my side constant for 12 yrs. We have been through a lot. I lost her
last May to a spinal disease. She was my best friend, I'm lost without her.
Time and a new puppy are
helping, but I still miss her enormously. She was the gentlest, most loving dog
I have ever known, and I thank God for putting her in my life.
Joe
Racine
IN MEMORY OF ASTRA
Goodnight Astra,
our beloved cat
Astra passed away on Saturday 11th September 2004
We have so many happy memories - 14 years with such
a wonderful cat.
The house seems
quiet without you Astra - we will never
forget you
”Sleep Well”
All our love,
Marina & Michael
IN MEMORY OF BEN LAMBERT
When Ben was 6
weeks old, he was tied in a bag and literally “thrown away” and left to die. He
was found and taken to an animal centre, where he was given a loving home by
Veronica and her family. They gave him almost 10 happy years, until he became
so ill that Veronica had to let him go.
“I have lost my
shadow”
Veronica
Xxx
If
you have lost a beloved dog, and would like to pay tribute to him or her on
this page, please e-mail me a photograph (in JPEG format) with whatever you
would like to say, and I will put it on as soon as I can......
And if you just need someone to talk to
about your loss, I'm here....
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