Just this side of Heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine and our friends are warm and comfortable.
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…
*Author Unknown*
Tinkerbell was about eight years old, lived in a dog lot all her life and never socialized. Pretty much a wild dog neglected by her owner.
Georgie came into rescue at the age of twelve. After years of neglect by his owners he was loaded with heartworms, rotting painful teeth and arthartis. His bloodwork showed he wasn't up to the heartworm treatment...
Sunny, your name said it all. How we miss you, our beloved friend.
Trouble / Trevor: This is not just a tribute to a collie whose loss leaves me absolutely bereft. It is also a tribute to a collie who taught many dogs how to live with humans. Of the 27 dogs I have fostered since...
Sandy: Adopted by Dave & Sharon as a senior citizen. He loved eveyone and even the cat. It is special folks that take in the seniors and thank you for giving him the best year of his life.
Pumpkin: Terri adopted Pumpkin in 2004 and they knew the minute they met they should be together. Pumpkin had a wonderful life and was very loved.
Buddy came into rescue in March of 2004. His owners were surrendering him because they could no longer afford his care. Thank you Beth for giving Buddy a wonderful home with the love he deserved.
Mufassa: A senior adopted 1/2009 by the Sulkey's. He was the best of the best.
Lady was adopted from collie rescue in 2006 by Jan & Tom Kubla. She was a very good girl, a
true lady and friend to the end
Annie was adopted at age 6 or 7 in 2005. She immediately picked me out as her new owner and friend. She stayed by my side through happiness and sadness, and even had the thrill of driving cross country and sight...
