Annual Blessing of the Animals
Tributes
Plenty of space is available for you to provide a tribute and photos of your treasured family member. There is no time limit..we understand that sometimes it is very difficult to talk about your loss. When you are ready, we are here.
|
|
In Loving Memory
Mojo Billy
June 26, 2009 - May 21, 2020
Mojo Billy
June 26, 2009 - May 21, 2020
Sadi Belle
October 30, 2000 - November 5, 2019
Sadi, so tiny she fit in the palm of my hand, was a Christmas gift from my mother and she continued to be a gift for 19 years. I was 25 when she came into my life and 44 when she left. We went through so much growth together - me and Sadi. She was assertive and loving and such a social butterfly. She loved everyone and everyone loved her. She was always so excited to see and play with her furry siblings, Heidi and Kea; worked hard to forge a relationship with my son and succeeded in her quest. She loved cuddling with my mother; was scared of my sister, and confused by my wife. She loved her family. For 19 years she was my daily constant companion. I don't think I will ever adjust completely to coming home to her not being there or not feeling her in the small of my back each night. I will miss how she would follow me with her ball, dropping it close to me continuously until I played fetch with her; how cute she was rolling over on command, which she picked up on so quick, maybe 3-5 tries, and she had it. I will miss her little tail wagging so fast when she was excited. I will even miss how easily she got car sick and her constant squeaky toy playing. I can't even express in words all that I will miss about Sadi, how wonderful she was, and how much joy she brought to my life. I am truly grateful for our nearly two decades together. Thank you, Sadi Belle!
October 30, 2000 - November 5, 2019
Sadi, so tiny she fit in the palm of my hand, was a Christmas gift from my mother and she continued to be a gift for 19 years. I was 25 when she came into my life and 44 when she left. We went through so much growth together - me and Sadi. She was assertive and loving and such a social butterfly. She loved everyone and everyone loved her. She was always so excited to see and play with her furry siblings, Heidi and Kea; worked hard to forge a relationship with my son and succeeded in her quest. She loved cuddling with my mother; was scared of my sister, and confused by my wife. She loved her family. For 19 years she was my daily constant companion. I don't think I will ever adjust completely to coming home to her not being there or not feeling her in the small of my back each night. I will miss how she would follow me with her ball, dropping it close to me continuously until I played fetch with her; how cute she was rolling over on command, which she picked up on so quick, maybe 3-5 tries, and she had it. I will miss her little tail wagging so fast when she was excited. I will even miss how easily she got car sick and her constant squeaky toy playing. I can't even express in words all that I will miss about Sadi, how wonderful she was, and how much joy she brought to my life. I am truly grateful for our nearly two decades together. Thank you, Sadi Belle!
Serafina
2006 - 2019
We will always miss her presence. Our house will never be the same without her. She was my source of happiness. She was always there for me and always managed to cheer me up when I was down. I will miss hearing her tiny footsteps in the morning. I will always miss the way she smiled at us and the way that she would slap our faces whenever she wanted attention.
On my birthday, my cousins were trying to shove my face in the cake. Serafina came to the rescue, wrestling herself free of my sister. In order to "save me," she ran all over the cake, leaving everyone in the room either laughing or crying. She took great care of us. When she would see my mom, she would jump with so much joy. She always wanted to be where she was. Her affection, her precious kisses, her intelligence, and how her tiny self protected us - so many things to miss and so many memories to cherish.
2006 - 2019
We will always miss her presence. Our house will never be the same without her. She was my source of happiness. She was always there for me and always managed to cheer me up when I was down. I will miss hearing her tiny footsteps in the morning. I will always miss the way she smiled at us and the way that she would slap our faces whenever she wanted attention.
On my birthday, my cousins were trying to shove my face in the cake. Serafina came to the rescue, wrestling herself free of my sister. In order to "save me," she ran all over the cake, leaving everyone in the room either laughing or crying. She took great care of us. When she would see my mom, she would jump with so much joy. She always wanted to be where she was. Her affection, her precious kisses, her intelligence, and how her tiny self protected us - so many things to miss and so many memories to cherish.
Cleopatra Pinehurst
“Our favorite Hello and our Hardest Goodbye…you are missed girl!
She was with us from the minute we awoke everyday and would walk with us to bed. If we seem to be staying up later past bedtime she would come and find us and remind us, it was bedtime. She absolutely loved being petted … constantly sneaking in and next thing you know your hand is on her long back and she would move forward and backwards to get a full backrub, daily. She loved going on walks with us and our nephews especially our little Jacob. She was so gently and patient with children …. and became energized when we would have company over. Cleo was with us for 11 wonderful years she was the last of our little pack of 4 dogs and the largest of the 4.
Both her parents where multi AKA show champions. She was trained in Germany for both protection and show only to find later that she could not have pups... At 2 years of age, she was taken out of the show circuit an d that is when we found her.
When we set out to find a Doberman, we had no idea we would find the Perfect AKA Standard... trained, Multi-Lingual, and just the most GENTLE GIANT... Every day I would look at Cleo and just be in awwww.... I also wanted everyone to meet her... She was so sweet and how often do you ever get to see a Perfect AKA American Doberman?
She truly was a gentle giant, a protector, a best friend, and a family member.
Cleo we Miss you Dearly, you were our favorite Hello and our Hardest Goodbye!
“Our favorite Hello and our Hardest Goodbye…you are missed girl!
She was with us from the minute we awoke everyday and would walk with us to bed. If we seem to be staying up later past bedtime she would come and find us and remind us, it was bedtime. She absolutely loved being petted … constantly sneaking in and next thing you know your hand is on her long back and she would move forward and backwards to get a full backrub, daily. She loved going on walks with us and our nephews especially our little Jacob. She was so gently and patient with children …. and became energized when we would have company over. Cleo was with us for 11 wonderful years she was the last of our little pack of 4 dogs and the largest of the 4.
Both her parents where multi AKA show champions. She was trained in Germany for both protection and show only to find later that she could not have pups... At 2 years of age, she was taken out of the show circuit an d that is when we found her.
When we set out to find a Doberman, we had no idea we would find the Perfect AKA Standard... trained, Multi-Lingual, and just the most GENTLE GIANT... Every day I would look at Cleo and just be in awwww.... I also wanted everyone to meet her... She was so sweet and how often do you ever get to see a Perfect AKA American Doberman?
She truly was a gentle giant, a protector, a best friend, and a family member.
Cleo we Miss you Dearly, you were our favorite Hello and our Hardest Goodbye!
Meeka
January 2006 - August 17, 2019
January 2006 - August 17, 2019
Connor
June 2006 - September 1, 2019
Connor came to us from Austin Animal Center as our first foster dog at approximately 6+ years old and we officially adopted him not very long thereafter. He was a Hard Luck Hound and Classic Canine, with his size and age being seen as challenges for potential adopters. With hypothyroidism (same disease I have!), he weighed in at 112 lbs, too large to fit through his inner/outer kennel door at the shelter in the hottest part of the summer. He urgently needed to be in an air-conditioned home.
I had not laid eyes on him before picking him up for foster and when I saw this enormous werewolf-looking dog lumbering across the shelter lobby with one of the kind Animal Care workers, I almost passed out. I had never taken care of a large dog in my life! How was I going to do this?
Connor had lived with two different owners before me, and both surrendered him to the shelter after spending 3 years with him. I'm pretty sure he lived exclusively in their backyards based on his elbow callouses and his aversion to going out into our backyard.
He loved walking around the neighborhood and flirting with all the lady dogs. Everyone knew him and loved him and many would wave and call out his name when we passed their house.
Someone told me "don't let that dog run your life" but I am so glad that I did and I would do it all over again! Connor was an eccentric guy to be sure, but this dog changed my life for the better in so many ways. I love him with my entire heart and soul and I have no idea how I am going to go on without him. He was my best friend and my soulmate (sorry to my husband) and I am so grateful to have shared seven years of my life on this spinning ball of dirt with him! I am eternally grateful to Austin Animal Center for saving my best friend not once, but twice. I am also grateful to his gifted veterinarian, Dr. Lisa Schroeder at White Rock Veterinary Hospital, for keeping him healthy and happy all the way to the ripe old age of 13.
Please honor Connor's life by considering fostering or adopting an older dog from your local shelter or rescue TODAY. They need us so much, ask very little of us, and they will give you so much more in return than you can ever give them.
June 2006 - September 1, 2019
Connor came to us from Austin Animal Center as our first foster dog at approximately 6+ years old and we officially adopted him not very long thereafter. He was a Hard Luck Hound and Classic Canine, with his size and age being seen as challenges for potential adopters. With hypothyroidism (same disease I have!), he weighed in at 112 lbs, too large to fit through his inner/outer kennel door at the shelter in the hottest part of the summer. He urgently needed to be in an air-conditioned home.
I had not laid eyes on him before picking him up for foster and when I saw this enormous werewolf-looking dog lumbering across the shelter lobby with one of the kind Animal Care workers, I almost passed out. I had never taken care of a large dog in my life! How was I going to do this?
Connor had lived with two different owners before me, and both surrendered him to the shelter after spending 3 years with him. I'm pretty sure he lived exclusively in their backyards based on his elbow callouses and his aversion to going out into our backyard.
He loved walking around the neighborhood and flirting with all the lady dogs. Everyone knew him and loved him and many would wave and call out his name when we passed their house.
Someone told me "don't let that dog run your life" but I am so glad that I did and I would do it all over again! Connor was an eccentric guy to be sure, but this dog changed my life for the better in so many ways. I love him with my entire heart and soul and I have no idea how I am going to go on without him. He was my best friend and my soulmate (sorry to my husband) and I am so grateful to have shared seven years of my life on this spinning ball of dirt with him! I am eternally grateful to Austin Animal Center for saving my best friend not once, but twice. I am also grateful to his gifted veterinarian, Dr. Lisa Schroeder at White Rock Veterinary Hospital, for keeping him healthy and happy all the way to the ripe old age of 13.
Please honor Connor's life by considering fostering or adopting an older dog from your local shelter or rescue TODAY. They need us so much, ask very little of us, and they will give you so much more in return than you can ever give them.
Dylan Ruiz
November 7, 2018 - August 26, 2019
He was the last puppy of his family, I stumbled upon him online while looking for a partner to adopt. When I picked him up he was very small and frail, took him to a vet and it took almost 2 weeks- 1 month for him to become healthy. He had a weak heart and respiratory issues, after that period his attitude completely changed to being happy all of the time and we grew closer.
Dylan was so smart and learned very quickly, basic commands and housebreaking in only 3 days. He was so adventurous and loving; he wanted to explore everyone and everything around him. Although he was friendly and reserved around most people, when my sister or mom were around, he would growl at other people to protect them.
In his playtime, he would always long for it. he would accompany me when I had to leave home early, and always already expected me when I got home, he usually got carried away on effusiveness by jumping all around when I got home, or when I grabbed his necklace to take him for a walk. He would wake me up and ask me for his food 5 min before my alarm. Also to go out to make his needs. He just loved being wherever I was, since little he even would follow me to the bathroom and just stayed there watching me... he was very smart and quiet. He would jump unto bed to just spend time with me. At night he wouldn't sleep with me, he always had his spot on the foot side of the bed without me even asking he would sleep there. He was kind and loving, it would take him an hour to be greeting someone new. My sister and my mom were the only two persons who were able to guard him for more than a day, or he would get stressed out. He was very innocent, love full, playful with everyone while were there but diligent with strangers.
I will miss everything that he was and everything that he made me feel and do for him, he was like a son to me and truly my best friend. Every moment since I first adopted him and took him home was special. I didn't have toys for him, just his plate of water and food, so I used a sock to entice him to play, from that moment on he considered socks as toys and would always have one on the different toys he destroyed along the way of his visit to this earth. We had an amazing bond, every moment was special to me, even when lecturing him. Teaching him, loving him all of it. I was truly blessed to have met him, , he made me realize a lot about myself and he made me able to smile and love again when I thought I wouldn't anymore and I'll treasure and carry his bond with me forever.
November 7, 2018 - August 26, 2019
He was the last puppy of his family, I stumbled upon him online while looking for a partner to adopt. When I picked him up he was very small and frail, took him to a vet and it took almost 2 weeks- 1 month for him to become healthy. He had a weak heart and respiratory issues, after that period his attitude completely changed to being happy all of the time and we grew closer.
Dylan was so smart and learned very quickly, basic commands and housebreaking in only 3 days. He was so adventurous and loving; he wanted to explore everyone and everything around him. Although he was friendly and reserved around most people, when my sister or mom were around, he would growl at other people to protect them.
In his playtime, he would always long for it. he would accompany me when I had to leave home early, and always already expected me when I got home, he usually got carried away on effusiveness by jumping all around when I got home, or when I grabbed his necklace to take him for a walk. He would wake me up and ask me for his food 5 min before my alarm. Also to go out to make his needs. He just loved being wherever I was, since little he even would follow me to the bathroom and just stayed there watching me... he was very smart and quiet. He would jump unto bed to just spend time with me. At night he wouldn't sleep with me, he always had his spot on the foot side of the bed without me even asking he would sleep there. He was kind and loving, it would take him an hour to be greeting someone new. My sister and my mom were the only two persons who were able to guard him for more than a day, or he would get stressed out. He was very innocent, love full, playful with everyone while were there but diligent with strangers.
I will miss everything that he was and everything that he made me feel and do for him, he was like a son to me and truly my best friend. Every moment since I first adopted him and took him home was special. I didn't have toys for him, just his plate of water and food, so I used a sock to entice him to play, from that moment on he considered socks as toys and would always have one on the different toys he destroyed along the way of his visit to this earth. We had an amazing bond, every moment was special to me, even when lecturing him. Teaching him, loving him all of it. I was truly blessed to have met him, , he made me realize a lot about myself and he made me able to smile and love again when I thought I wouldn't anymore and I'll treasure and carry his bond with me forever.
Kiara Heningburg-Sánchez
September 2005 - August 18, 2019
Kiara was the absolute cutest puppy of her litter when we adopted her from a couple in Copperas Cove. We fell in love immediately. Kiara gave the best kisses and loved her family as much as we loved her. She was adventurous and loved to explore. She was meant to be a mother and took her little sister, Mini, under her watchful eye...even in her jealousy of wanting all the attention, she made sure Mini received plenty of love and kisses from her. She didn't feel quite the same way about her cat siblings, but like a good big sister, she protected them too. She could pick on them, but no one else could.
I miss hearing you cry because you want to be by my side. I miss watching you bark at the grass for no reason, you're were so silly. I miss you at my feet all the time, tripping me. I miss seeing you get so excited when dad got home and begging for play time. I miss watching you catch toy rats in the air and shaking them until the stuffing came out. If you weren't by my side, you were by Ava's. Your love and affection is deeply missed. You always made us laugh...you made us happy!
September 2005 - August 18, 2019
Kiara was the absolute cutest puppy of her litter when we adopted her from a couple in Copperas Cove. We fell in love immediately. Kiara gave the best kisses and loved her family as much as we loved her. She was adventurous and loved to explore. She was meant to be a mother and took her little sister, Mini, under her watchful eye...even in her jealousy of wanting all the attention, she made sure Mini received plenty of love and kisses from her. She didn't feel quite the same way about her cat siblings, but like a good big sister, she protected them too. She could pick on them, but no one else could.
I miss hearing you cry because you want to be by my side. I miss watching you bark at the grass for no reason, you're were so silly. I miss you at my feet all the time, tripping me. I miss seeing you get so excited when dad got home and begging for play time. I miss watching you catch toy rats in the air and shaking them until the stuffing came out. If you weren't by my side, you were by Ava's. Your love and affection is deeply missed. You always made us laugh...you made us happy!
Mango
April 1, 1999 - July 4, 2019
Mango became a part of our family a little older than most at the age of 7. We intended to have a one pet family, but little did we know that we were meant to have a larger family. Even though Mango was older, he embraced the addition of another cat and two dogs, Pippin, Ripley, and Jean Luc. He stepped right into the alpha position, keeping everyone in line; teaching them our ways. Mango had such a calm and easy-going. I didn't quite expect the protective nature that he possessed being a cat. He could be out wherever; doing whatever and if something startled me and I screamed, he'd coming running to check on me. His favorite place to be was snuggled between my shoulder and my neck, near cheek to cheek. I'll miss all the effort he took to get himself perfectly comfortable in his favorite spot. I'll miss his soft alto meow. I'll miss our little shower routine where he waited patiently for his turn to be fanned with the towel. I will miss so many things that made him wonderful and added so much to my life, and we will miss our chief and king, the majestic Mango.
April 1, 1999 - July 4, 2019
Mango became a part of our family a little older than most at the age of 7. We intended to have a one pet family, but little did we know that we were meant to have a larger family. Even though Mango was older, he embraced the addition of another cat and two dogs, Pippin, Ripley, and Jean Luc. He stepped right into the alpha position, keeping everyone in line; teaching them our ways. Mango had such a calm and easy-going. I didn't quite expect the protective nature that he possessed being a cat. He could be out wherever; doing whatever and if something startled me and I screamed, he'd coming running to check on me. His favorite place to be was snuggled between my shoulder and my neck, near cheek to cheek. I'll miss all the effort he took to get himself perfectly comfortable in his favorite spot. I'll miss his soft alto meow. I'll miss our little shower routine where he waited patiently for his turn to be fanned with the towel. I will miss so many things that made him wonderful and added so much to my life, and we will miss our chief and king, the majestic Mango.
Sparky
October 23, 2008 - August 12, 2019
it all started with a dream to have the greatest best friend. Sparky, who's from San Antonio, found me in Austin through Gold Ribbon Rescue. I had a best of best friend dream, and Sparky made it come true.
He was loving, patient, obedient, and fun. We created a whole dance routine around me getting ready and leaving for work in the mornings. He'd bring me my socks and sit patiently while I put on my shoes and socks and then we'd do the work dance together. There was an encore of more love and promises of quick return; then I could leave for work.
Not only was Sparky my best bud, but we grew to be everyone's, even the neighbor dog, Darby, and his horse friends. Hika and Darby even shared their food with Sparky. His Great Pyrenees sisters, Kika and Lulu. He grew admirers all over the U.S. and even India. That loving face with it's kind eyes and constant shy smile drew them in and his kind, loving, fun spirit hooked everyone he encountered. His goofiness made everyone just enjoy his company so much. He had the cutest fear of wood slat steps - he didn't know what was hiding beneath that he couldn't see through the cracks, and he was definitely not going to find out.
Sparky, I needed a best friend, we needed a best friend and we will forever be grateful that you found us. Sharat & Mackenzie. You will forever be loved, admired, and spoken of often.
October 23, 2008 - August 12, 2019
it all started with a dream to have the greatest best friend. Sparky, who's from San Antonio, found me in Austin through Gold Ribbon Rescue. I had a best of best friend dream, and Sparky made it come true.
He was loving, patient, obedient, and fun. We created a whole dance routine around me getting ready and leaving for work in the mornings. He'd bring me my socks and sit patiently while I put on my shoes and socks and then we'd do the work dance together. There was an encore of more love and promises of quick return; then I could leave for work.
Not only was Sparky my best bud, but we grew to be everyone's, even the neighbor dog, Darby, and his horse friends. Hika and Darby even shared their food with Sparky. His Great Pyrenees sisters, Kika and Lulu. He grew admirers all over the U.S. and even India. That loving face with it's kind eyes and constant shy smile drew them in and his kind, loving, fun spirit hooked everyone he encountered. His goofiness made everyone just enjoy his company so much. He had the cutest fear of wood slat steps - he didn't know what was hiding beneath that he couldn't see through the cracks, and he was definitely not going to find out.
Sparky, I needed a best friend, we needed a best friend and we will forever be grateful that you found us. Sharat & Mackenzie. You will forever be loved, admired, and spoken of often.
Lexi
January 13, 2012 - August 9, 2019
Even though she was so tiny, she was fierce and knew she was the baddest and toughest. She was a such a protective guardian of me and my sisters. I got her from my cousin, and I really wanted her - she was perfect. But I was actually afraid of dogs, even running from her and jumping on the couch so she couldn't reach me. My mom made it clear that if I didn't overcome my fear, she would find Lexi another home. I had to work on my fear, and Lexi helped me. She showed me love and patience when I would get nervous and anxious. It took nearly a year for us to become best friends, but it was worth it, and I'm thankful that Lexi stuck it out with me.
There are so many things I miss and will always miss about Lexi - her confidence, her dedicated love, and how she was just always happy. No matter what my day was like, I would always count on Lexi being happy and making me happy.
January 13, 2012 - August 9, 2019
Even though she was so tiny, she was fierce and knew she was the baddest and toughest. She was a such a protective guardian of me and my sisters. I got her from my cousin, and I really wanted her - she was perfect. But I was actually afraid of dogs, even running from her and jumping on the couch so she couldn't reach me. My mom made it clear that if I didn't overcome my fear, she would find Lexi another home. I had to work on my fear, and Lexi helped me. She showed me love and patience when I would get nervous and anxious. It took nearly a year for us to become best friends, but it was worth it, and I'm thankful that Lexi stuck it out with me.
There are so many things I miss and will always miss about Lexi - her confidence, her dedicated love, and how she was just always happy. No matter what my day was like, I would always count on Lexi being happy and making me happy.
Bella
October 28, 2013 - July 12, 2019
I adopted Bella from a pet store. She was the only black and white one there, cute little black and white piggy. Guinea Pigs had become one of my favorite small animals so I was happy when I found Bella and adopted her. I didn't even let an allergy to her fur stop me from us becoming great friends. She had such a fun and sassy personality and her little movements and squeaks were fun as she found her voice for communicating with us. We had our own squeak language that was fun and silly. Bella loved her dog sister, Lila, and loved being out of her cage to run around and play with Lila. She also grew on my dad because she would goof around in her cage trying to get his attention after he got home from work. She loved playing outside too. She had her own pool and would jump around in a way that was so cute and funny at the same time. I miss everything about Bella...even the mess she made with her food and cage.
October 28, 2013 - July 12, 2019
I adopted Bella from a pet store. She was the only black and white one there, cute little black and white piggy. Guinea Pigs had become one of my favorite small animals so I was happy when I found Bella and adopted her. I didn't even let an allergy to her fur stop me from us becoming great friends. She had such a fun and sassy personality and her little movements and squeaks were fun as she found her voice for communicating with us. We had our own squeak language that was fun and silly. Bella loved her dog sister, Lila, and loved being out of her cage to run around and play with Lila. She also grew on my dad because she would goof around in her cage trying to get his attention after he got home from work. She loved playing outside too. She had her own pool and would jump around in a way that was so cute and funny at the same time. I miss everything about Bella...even the mess she made with her food and cage.
Jack Boston Warner
March 5, 2007 - July 20, 2019
Michele's godmother was getting a new puppy and her new puppy had a brother to adopt that was also looking for a family. Even though we weren't married at the time, we jumped at the chance to. It would turn out that it was meant to be. After we were married, we found out that we were unable to have children, so Jack Boston and his sister, Leo the turtle, helped us create our own family and to never feel childless. Jack Boston was smart and playful and full of unconditional love. He never met a stranger and really loved our friends Alan and Fela, who would pet him until he fell asleep. He had a few friends he loved to fall asleep with...he also enjoyed falling asleep with Grandpa Warner, in his recliner. It's near impossible to mention everything we will miss about him. His utter joy when we got home, the silly noises he made when he slept, his cunning efforts to find clothing and make a bed, his cute little paws and adorable under-bite, the way he could sneak bacon out of a sandwich, the way no baby gate could keep him from getting to the comfy spot on the couch while we were out, how lovingly he followed us around the house, his morning and treat routine that must stay on track, the best lap snuggles, and his big dog bark. He never met a stranger but his bark conveyed that he was ready to protect. We have so many amazing memories of Jack Boston. He will always be our first child, and we will miss him terribly.
Charles and Michele Warner
March 5, 2007 - July 20, 2019
Michele's godmother was getting a new puppy and her new puppy had a brother to adopt that was also looking for a family. Even though we weren't married at the time, we jumped at the chance to. It would turn out that it was meant to be. After we were married, we found out that we were unable to have children, so Jack Boston and his sister, Leo the turtle, helped us create our own family and to never feel childless. Jack Boston was smart and playful and full of unconditional love. He never met a stranger and really loved our friends Alan and Fela, who would pet him until he fell asleep. He had a few friends he loved to fall asleep with...he also enjoyed falling asleep with Grandpa Warner, in his recliner. It's near impossible to mention everything we will miss about him. His utter joy when we got home, the silly noises he made when he slept, his cunning efforts to find clothing and make a bed, his cute little paws and adorable under-bite, the way he could sneak bacon out of a sandwich, the way no baby gate could keep him from getting to the comfy spot on the couch while we were out, how lovingly he followed us around the house, his morning and treat routine that must stay on track, the best lap snuggles, and his big dog bark. He never met a stranger but his bark conveyed that he was ready to protect. We have so many amazing memories of Jack Boston. He will always be our first child, and we will miss him terribly.
Charles and Michele Warner
Bernie "Scoob" Cervantes
September 1, 2007 - June 21, 2019
We became Bernie’s guardians through a Maltese breeder in Caldwell Texas. If we could pick three traits that would describe Bernie are,
full of love, companionship, and loyalty. Daily routines Bernie anticipated on was when it was dinner time. When he was hungry or thirsty he would let you know by barking and tipping his bowl over and over until you acknowledged him. It’s funny because sometimes it would be a little nerve racking because he would make you STOP what ever you’re doing. But as he got older and grew ill he wouldn’t do it anymore. That’s when we realized the small things we missed most about him.
Bernie warmed up to everyone. When someone visited he would sit with them as if he’d known them all his life. And when it was time for them to leave, he would bark at them at the door as if he didn’t want them to go.
There are many things we will miss about Bernie. But most of all, we will miss his love and affection. Bernie was not only our fur baby, he was like a son. He loved to be snuggled up and carried like a baby with his head on “dadas” shoulder. When asked if he’d like to get down he would climb higher and snuggle harder on.
There are several touching and special moments we’ve had with Bernie. Just to name a few, when it was time to go to sleep, he would walk up to “mama” on the bed and wait until she picked up the blanket so he can climb in and snuggle. Another is when he was growing ill and wouldn’t eat or drink “dada” would give him water through a cough medicine syringe. As he drank through the small syringe he would look up into “dadas” eyes and lean his head up against his forehead as a way of saying, “thank you.”
Bernie will always be in our hearts and will be terribly missed.
Erma and Danny Cervantes
September 1, 2007 - June 21, 2019
We became Bernie’s guardians through a Maltese breeder in Caldwell Texas. If we could pick three traits that would describe Bernie are,
full of love, companionship, and loyalty. Daily routines Bernie anticipated on was when it was dinner time. When he was hungry or thirsty he would let you know by barking and tipping his bowl over and over until you acknowledged him. It’s funny because sometimes it would be a little nerve racking because he would make you STOP what ever you’re doing. But as he got older and grew ill he wouldn’t do it anymore. That’s when we realized the small things we missed most about him.
Bernie warmed up to everyone. When someone visited he would sit with them as if he’d known them all his life. And when it was time for them to leave, he would bark at them at the door as if he didn’t want them to go.
There are many things we will miss about Bernie. But most of all, we will miss his love and affection. Bernie was not only our fur baby, he was like a son. He loved to be snuggled up and carried like a baby with his head on “dadas” shoulder. When asked if he’d like to get down he would climb higher and snuggle harder on.
There are several touching and special moments we’ve had with Bernie. Just to name a few, when it was time to go to sleep, he would walk up to “mama” on the bed and wait until she picked up the blanket so he can climb in and snuggle. Another is when he was growing ill and wouldn’t eat or drink “dada” would give him water through a cough medicine syringe. As he drank through the small syringe he would look up into “dadas” eyes and lean his head up against his forehead as a way of saying, “thank you.”
Bernie will always be in our hearts and will be terribly missed.
Erma and Danny Cervantes
Trixie Coffey
2005 - 2019
14 years! My parents got Trixie for me when I was a child so that I would feel better sleeping in my own bed. She brought me comfort when I was little and through to being an adult. She was beautiful and her eyes were calming. She seemed to understand the word beautiful and knew she was and loved to hear how beautiful she was. The night before she passed away, I comforted her by brushing out her fur and calling her beautiful. Maybe she just needed to know that it was okay; that she could go..that I would be okay in my own bed. Thank you, Trixie, for being a great cat. Bill Coffey
2005 - 2019
14 years! My parents got Trixie for me when I was a child so that I would feel better sleeping in my own bed. She brought me comfort when I was little and through to being an adult. She was beautiful and her eyes were calming. She seemed to understand the word beautiful and knew she was and loved to hear how beautiful she was. The night before she passed away, I comforted her by brushing out her fur and calling her beautiful. Maybe she just needed to know that it was okay; that she could go..that I would be okay in my own bed. Thank you, Trixie, for being a great cat. Bill Coffey
Beautiful and sweet, my devoted Cavalier Liz
She made me happy every day.
September 16, 2004 - April 7, 2019
Liz was a devoted companion, adding so much joy to my life for nearly 15 years. I have so many wonderful memories of her, including her first day cradled in my nephew Gus’s arms as we drove home from her birth place. She was such a beauty, a good roommate and a loving cuddler.
She initially joined one other dog in the household, and they became best friends. Later her niece joined the pack, making a tight threesome of snuggle bugs. Because I am a rescue volunteer for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Liz became an example of good manners for my fosters and taught the rules of the house to 26 other Cavaliers during the last eight years.
Liz really hated the rain because she just didn’t like to get her feet wet. She loved EVERYTHING else. So happy – so sweet – so loving. She made me happy every day.
She made me happy every day.
September 16, 2004 - April 7, 2019
Liz was a devoted companion, adding so much joy to my life for nearly 15 years. I have so many wonderful memories of her, including her first day cradled in my nephew Gus’s arms as we drove home from her birth place. She was such a beauty, a good roommate and a loving cuddler.
She initially joined one other dog in the household, and they became best friends. Later her niece joined the pack, making a tight threesome of snuggle bugs. Because I am a rescue volunteer for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Liz became an example of good manners for my fosters and taught the rules of the house to 26 other Cavaliers during the last eight years.
Liz really hated the rain because she just didn’t like to get her feet wet. She loved EVERYTHING else. So happy – so sweet – so loving. She made me happy every day.
Garbo
April 15, 2007 - August 17, 2016
My loving dog, Garbo, came to me from a farm located in Northern California when he was about 8 weeks old. I was supposed to get another puppy from this farm that I chose from some photos, but that dog fell ill. I tried to convince the farm that I could nurse the dog back to health, but they wouldn’t give him to me. So, I got Garbo instead.
I’m sure glad I did. Garbo was meant to find me.
He was mine, and I was his from the beginning, and we were rarely separated the 16 years I was blessed to have him in my life.
Garbo was sweet, loving, smart and stubborn all at the same time, and my first dog as an adult. I was smitten immediately. Even though I had read at least 3 books on having a dog before I got him, he was so freakin’ cute and cuddly and fluffy, I made the rookie mistake of letting him get away with too much.
After 3 months of crate training, he never had an accident in the house but wasn’t great at coming when he was called. He didn't really listen to me all that much, except when I said, "time for a walk!" our favorite thing to do together.
I enrolled him in a puppy training course with other puppies, run by a stern no-nonsense instructor, who never smiled.
Once, when Garbo was not paying attention the trainer reprimanded him with a stern low voice, Garbo lowered his head and looked up at the trainer with his huge deep brown puppy eyes and the sweetest face a dog could have, and the trainer tried really hard not to smile at Garbo's mischievousness, but did anyway. Garbo continued around the circle, begrudgingly doing what the trainer was commanding of the class, and as soon as Garbo was out of hearing range, the trainer turned to me and said, "That dog is smart, like really smart. He is deciding to ignore commands. Just because he is cute, you must not let him get away with not listening to commands." I failed miserably at heeding this advice.
Garbo ruled me.
One example of this is he never wanted to be more than a few feet from me, ever, which made it difficult to leave him anywhere, where I was not.
Once, I tied him on a Santa Monica beach, his leash around a pole while I sat at a café with some friends about 15 yards from him. Although he could see me, and I could see him, or rather, because he could see me, and I could see him, he whined and howled so loudly, the sound so disturbing - like an animal was dying a slow horrible death. The other customers shot me horrible looks because my cute, unruly dog was ruining everyone's brunch.
I went back and forth a few times to soothe him - yes, I realize this tactic works for children, and not dogs - when I reached him, he practically pulled the leash off the pole he was pulling so hard to get to me, I had to take him back to the table with me. There was no way he was sitting on the beach, alone, without me.
Once reunited with me and by my side, he calmed down.
His favorite, absolute FAVORITE thing in the world were walks, hikes and running around on the beach. I am confident his favorite of the three, was walks with me, on his lead, for miles around our neighborhood. Peeing on every pee spot made by the other dogs who were also frequently walked in this very pro-dog community. In the blocks surrounding our house, peeing on other dogs pee was his daily job, and he took it seriously.
Like me, he could walk for hours and hours, and miles and miles. This is why he was the perfect companion for me and I for him. I love walking, it worked out well, he never got tired, he just kept going and going.
The people from the farm where I got him assured me he would weigh no more than five pounds. Garbo turned out to be a whopping 15 pounds, big for a Yorkie-poo. That was just fine by me. He loved his food and his treats. On the rare occasion I gave him human food, his favorite thing to eat was roasted chicken and salmon. He gobbled it up without even tasting it.
One Sunday, my six-year-old daughter left the front door of our house ajar, not shutting it fully, when we were running late and rushing out of the house for a birthday party. I was not paying attention, already in the car, and assumed she closed the door all the way.
At the time, we were living in a small neighborhood of Los Angeles, called Atwater Village. There are a lot of people and cars in Atwater Village. A few hours later, after the party, when we pulled into our driveway, I saw the front door wide open, and my heart sank.
I knew immediately that the dogs were gone, and I also knew this was a rare day when my dogs didn’t have their collars on.
My partner, my daughter and I raced around the neighborhood for hours, frantically calling on friends and neighbors to help. I was a maniac. I was screaming Garbo and Ruby’s name, at the top of my lungs, shaking from fear and anxiety. I don't like to draw attention to myself, but I was screaming, "GARBO! RUBY!" at the top of my lungs, stopping and asking any stranger and passerby if they had seen a stray dog walking around.
I was sure I would never see them again.
We lived in LA. There was no way we were finding them. EVER.
I was beside myself when nothing came up right away. My partner and daughter continued to scour the streets of LA, and I ran back to the house and created a facebook page for both of them, and posted something immediately on our very active neighborhood blog. Then I quickly started making signs and posters and printing big pictures of Garbo and Ruby with my cell plastered all over it, along with a reward for each dog. I ran out again to look with my family, and put the posters up on every available electric poll I could find.
It. Was. Terrifying.
A few hours later we had a lead. Through word of mouth in our small community, one shop owner said he had seen Garbo a few hours eariler. Then another person said he saw Garbo wander into the local pet store, a few blocks down from my house where I would take him for treats. We followed that lead and ran to the pet store. There, they told us they had seen him, but he had no collar on, so when they tried to pet him, to grab him, he bore his teeth at them and growled, and then he left the store quickly.
Then we heard someone saw Garbo in the parking lot behind the pet store. Another person said they had tried to grab him, but Garbo growled at that person also. We looked in the parking lot. No sign of either of the dogs. I was devastated and hopeless. It was the first time in the ten years I owned the dogs, that I didn’t have any idea where they were.
And then he turned up. We found him near a dumpster in one of the many parking lots behind a long strip of stores that line the streets in Atwater. He was still looking for food, not a care in the world, his belly extended from eating all the scraps on the ground in Atwater village (it was Farmer’s Market day). His stomach was so large it looked as if he had swallowed a bowling ball.
He was acting like he had just been out on the town, no big deal, eating everything in sight, and when he was handed to me by my partner, he was pleased with himself, smiling with a shit-eating (not literally, but maybe literally) on his face, as if he had just gotten away with something fantastic. Meanwhile, I had aged a few years, in only a few hours.
We got Garbo back the same day. It took over a week to find Ruby.
A couple took her from one of the parking lots in Atwater, the parking lot RIGHT behind our house.
She had probably followed her older brother, Garbo, out of the house (she followed him everywhere) but didn't get very far. The couple took Ruby to their home all the way in Pasadena. Thankfully, this couple took Ruby to the vet for a checkup, the vet scanned her and because Ruby is chipped, called us immediately. After some convincing, the couple who took her wanted to keep her (Ruby is adorable also) we got her back.
It was a small miracle that we found our dogs. Always, always have a dog collar on with a tag, and I highly recommend chipping your pets. If Ruby had not been chipped, we probably never would have found her. We are incredibly fortunate to have found them. And, I still always make sure my daughter shuts the door all the way because I will never forget that day.
My life is less full now that Garbo is no longer in it. I realize you shouldn't have a favorite animal, but Garbo was extra special to me. He was my first dog and an excellent companion. The term and idea of "connection" or "bond" are overused these days, but Garbo and I had a special connection from the start.
He passed over four months ago. It took me that long to get up the nerve to write this. I would give anything for another walk with him.
April 15, 2007 - August 17, 2016
My loving dog, Garbo, came to me from a farm located in Northern California when he was about 8 weeks old. I was supposed to get another puppy from this farm that I chose from some photos, but that dog fell ill. I tried to convince the farm that I could nurse the dog back to health, but they wouldn’t give him to me. So, I got Garbo instead.
I’m sure glad I did. Garbo was meant to find me.
He was mine, and I was his from the beginning, and we were rarely separated the 16 years I was blessed to have him in my life.
Garbo was sweet, loving, smart and stubborn all at the same time, and my first dog as an adult. I was smitten immediately. Even though I had read at least 3 books on having a dog before I got him, he was so freakin’ cute and cuddly and fluffy, I made the rookie mistake of letting him get away with too much.
After 3 months of crate training, he never had an accident in the house but wasn’t great at coming when he was called. He didn't really listen to me all that much, except when I said, "time for a walk!" our favorite thing to do together.
I enrolled him in a puppy training course with other puppies, run by a stern no-nonsense instructor, who never smiled.
Once, when Garbo was not paying attention the trainer reprimanded him with a stern low voice, Garbo lowered his head and looked up at the trainer with his huge deep brown puppy eyes and the sweetest face a dog could have, and the trainer tried really hard not to smile at Garbo's mischievousness, but did anyway. Garbo continued around the circle, begrudgingly doing what the trainer was commanding of the class, and as soon as Garbo was out of hearing range, the trainer turned to me and said, "That dog is smart, like really smart. He is deciding to ignore commands. Just because he is cute, you must not let him get away with not listening to commands." I failed miserably at heeding this advice.
Garbo ruled me.
One example of this is he never wanted to be more than a few feet from me, ever, which made it difficult to leave him anywhere, where I was not.
Once, I tied him on a Santa Monica beach, his leash around a pole while I sat at a café with some friends about 15 yards from him. Although he could see me, and I could see him, or rather, because he could see me, and I could see him, he whined and howled so loudly, the sound so disturbing - like an animal was dying a slow horrible death. The other customers shot me horrible looks because my cute, unruly dog was ruining everyone's brunch.
I went back and forth a few times to soothe him - yes, I realize this tactic works for children, and not dogs - when I reached him, he practically pulled the leash off the pole he was pulling so hard to get to me, I had to take him back to the table with me. There was no way he was sitting on the beach, alone, without me.
Once reunited with me and by my side, he calmed down.
His favorite, absolute FAVORITE thing in the world were walks, hikes and running around on the beach. I am confident his favorite of the three, was walks with me, on his lead, for miles around our neighborhood. Peeing on every pee spot made by the other dogs who were also frequently walked in this very pro-dog community. In the blocks surrounding our house, peeing on other dogs pee was his daily job, and he took it seriously.
Like me, he could walk for hours and hours, and miles and miles. This is why he was the perfect companion for me and I for him. I love walking, it worked out well, he never got tired, he just kept going and going.
The people from the farm where I got him assured me he would weigh no more than five pounds. Garbo turned out to be a whopping 15 pounds, big for a Yorkie-poo. That was just fine by me. He loved his food and his treats. On the rare occasion I gave him human food, his favorite thing to eat was roasted chicken and salmon. He gobbled it up without even tasting it.
One Sunday, my six-year-old daughter left the front door of our house ajar, not shutting it fully, when we were running late and rushing out of the house for a birthday party. I was not paying attention, already in the car, and assumed she closed the door all the way.
At the time, we were living in a small neighborhood of Los Angeles, called Atwater Village. There are a lot of people and cars in Atwater Village. A few hours later, after the party, when we pulled into our driveway, I saw the front door wide open, and my heart sank.
I knew immediately that the dogs were gone, and I also knew this was a rare day when my dogs didn’t have their collars on.
My partner, my daughter and I raced around the neighborhood for hours, frantically calling on friends and neighbors to help. I was a maniac. I was screaming Garbo and Ruby’s name, at the top of my lungs, shaking from fear and anxiety. I don't like to draw attention to myself, but I was screaming, "GARBO! RUBY!" at the top of my lungs, stopping and asking any stranger and passerby if they had seen a stray dog walking around.
I was sure I would never see them again.
We lived in LA. There was no way we were finding them. EVER.
I was beside myself when nothing came up right away. My partner and daughter continued to scour the streets of LA, and I ran back to the house and created a facebook page for both of them, and posted something immediately on our very active neighborhood blog. Then I quickly started making signs and posters and printing big pictures of Garbo and Ruby with my cell plastered all over it, along with a reward for each dog. I ran out again to look with my family, and put the posters up on every available electric poll I could find.
It. Was. Terrifying.
A few hours later we had a lead. Through word of mouth in our small community, one shop owner said he had seen Garbo a few hours eariler. Then another person said he saw Garbo wander into the local pet store, a few blocks down from my house where I would take him for treats. We followed that lead and ran to the pet store. There, they told us they had seen him, but he had no collar on, so when they tried to pet him, to grab him, he bore his teeth at them and growled, and then he left the store quickly.
Then we heard someone saw Garbo in the parking lot behind the pet store. Another person said they had tried to grab him, but Garbo growled at that person also. We looked in the parking lot. No sign of either of the dogs. I was devastated and hopeless. It was the first time in the ten years I owned the dogs, that I didn’t have any idea where they were.
And then he turned up. We found him near a dumpster in one of the many parking lots behind a long strip of stores that line the streets in Atwater. He was still looking for food, not a care in the world, his belly extended from eating all the scraps on the ground in Atwater village (it was Farmer’s Market day). His stomach was so large it looked as if he had swallowed a bowling ball.
He was acting like he had just been out on the town, no big deal, eating everything in sight, and when he was handed to me by my partner, he was pleased with himself, smiling with a shit-eating (not literally, but maybe literally) on his face, as if he had just gotten away with something fantastic. Meanwhile, I had aged a few years, in only a few hours.
We got Garbo back the same day. It took over a week to find Ruby.
A couple took her from one of the parking lots in Atwater, the parking lot RIGHT behind our house.
She had probably followed her older brother, Garbo, out of the house (she followed him everywhere) but didn't get very far. The couple took Ruby to their home all the way in Pasadena. Thankfully, this couple took Ruby to the vet for a checkup, the vet scanned her and because Ruby is chipped, called us immediately. After some convincing, the couple who took her wanted to keep her (Ruby is adorable also) we got her back.
It was a small miracle that we found our dogs. Always, always have a dog collar on with a tag, and I highly recommend chipping your pets. If Ruby had not been chipped, we probably never would have found her. We are incredibly fortunate to have found them. And, I still always make sure my daughter shuts the door all the way because I will never forget that day.
My life is less full now that Garbo is no longer in it. I realize you shouldn't have a favorite animal, but Garbo was extra special to me. He was my first dog and an excellent companion. The term and idea of "connection" or "bond" are overused these days, but Garbo and I had a special connection from the start.
He passed over four months ago. It took me that long to get up the nerve to write this. I would give anything for another walk with him.
Dusty
July 5, 2003 - March 28, 2019
Dusty was rescued from a box of border collies dropped onto the ground by a cowboy on a high ridge near Sedona, Arizona.
He freed himself and ran ahead to find a lady on horseback. She scooped him up and went ahead to find the remaining puppies, 6 in all.
At the Sedona Pet Rescue, Jeanette found him and fell in love. Terry fell in love with him as well.
Dusty love people as much as the thousands of dogs he met.
Dusty chased deer to the very end of his life.
Dusty never missed a biscuit at Lowes or Home Depot.
And he never missed a pet.
Dusty had a good life and he made Jeanette and Terry very happy.
Dusty, by for now....
July 5, 2003 - March 28, 2019
Dusty was rescued from a box of border collies dropped onto the ground by a cowboy on a high ridge near Sedona, Arizona.
He freed himself and ran ahead to find a lady on horseback. She scooped him up and went ahead to find the remaining puppies, 6 in all.
At the Sedona Pet Rescue, Jeanette found him and fell in love. Terry fell in love with him as well.
Dusty love people as much as the thousands of dogs he met.
Dusty chased deer to the very end of his life.
Dusty never missed a biscuit at Lowes or Home Depot.
And he never missed a pet.
Dusty had a good life and he made Jeanette and Terry very happy.
Dusty, by for now....
Poseidon
A God Among Dogs
September 2017 - February 9, 2019
Poseidon was a huge baby. He never grew out of his puppy stage, even sucking on your fingers out of nowhere and suckling in his sleep. He absolutely loved everyone he met...well, except those squirrels. The squirrels were for chasing away, and he did a good job. He got so excited when I rattled my keys or the ice in my glass. Car rides where his favorite activity and ice his favorite treat. No one could throw a guilt trip like Poseidon. When he wanted to play, he'd toss around his favorite toy, playing with himself, but then give you those big beautiful "are you seeing this, me playing all by my self?" eyes. It always worked. Wherever I was, he was. He was my constant companion in every area of the house; sitting and watching t.v. or supervising my cooking in the kitchen. He was just an amazing dog. We miss him and he will always hold a special place in our hearts.
A God Among Dogs
September 2017 - February 9, 2019
Poseidon was a huge baby. He never grew out of his puppy stage, even sucking on your fingers out of nowhere and suckling in his sleep. He absolutely loved everyone he met...well, except those squirrels. The squirrels were for chasing away, and he did a good job. He got so excited when I rattled my keys or the ice in my glass. Car rides where his favorite activity and ice his favorite treat. No one could throw a guilt trip like Poseidon. When he wanted to play, he'd toss around his favorite toy, playing with himself, but then give you those big beautiful "are you seeing this, me playing all by my self?" eyes. It always worked. Wherever I was, he was. He was my constant companion in every area of the house; sitting and watching t.v. or supervising my cooking in the kitchen. He was just an amazing dog. We miss him and he will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Lady "Bones" Ball
October 13, 2004 - February 3, 2019
Our lady was a rescue from Austin Humane Society, but really she was so much more. She believed she was people - expressing herself personality in very animated ways. When she did something wrong, and we asked "who did this," she'd join us in looking around the room, trying to find the culprit. She had her own exercise routine that fit perfectly with mine. She knew it was my turn at the gym, and when I returned it was her turn as she'd enjoy our walk. She loved to entertain when her furry cousin Cooper would come over. Lady had a personality like no other, and we will miss her so deeply - we already do! I miss her snoring and the thump of her tail hitting the couch as we came in the door. Lady Bones, you were truly loved and will forever be in our hearts! We miss you!!
Love your humans, Momma and Dad Ball
October 13, 2004 - February 3, 2019
Our lady was a rescue from Austin Humane Society, but really she was so much more. She believed she was people - expressing herself personality in very animated ways. When she did something wrong, and we asked "who did this," she'd join us in looking around the room, trying to find the culprit. She had her own exercise routine that fit perfectly with mine. She knew it was my turn at the gym, and when I returned it was her turn as she'd enjoy our walk. She loved to entertain when her furry cousin Cooper would come over. Lady had a personality like no other, and we will miss her so deeply - we already do! I miss her snoring and the thump of her tail hitting the couch as we came in the door. Lady Bones, you were truly loved and will forever be in our hearts! We miss you!!
Love your humans, Momma and Dad Ball
Minnie
1999 - 2019
During a difficult time, I knew I needed a best friend. The Austin Humane Society has the best of best friends, and Minnie chose me every bit as much as I chose her. She was talkative and loving and loyal...the true definition of a best friend. Every morning as we headed off to work or school, Minnie would wait for us in the same spot in the kitchen every day. She would get a little treat and we would get a goodbye that would insure we had a good day and left knowing someone would be waiting on our return. Minnie embraced her family, both human and furry alike, Jaiden, Toto, Diamon, and Sasha. When Jaiden came into the world, she lit up with love. She seemed to understand that little "kitten," would need her. She was up for the task of adoring that little baby as much as I was. She would even bathe him like a kitten. Once Jaiden was born, we could see that all along she was preparing for a baby in the house because she never liked anything laying around "out of place." She knew she'd be called to protect a little one, some day. Oh, we will miss her snuggles and her conversations and all the love she brought to our home! Rest easy, Minnie, your work here is done. We will always love and remember you.
1999 - 2019
During a difficult time, I knew I needed a best friend. The Austin Humane Society has the best of best friends, and Minnie chose me every bit as much as I chose her. She was talkative and loving and loyal...the true definition of a best friend. Every morning as we headed off to work or school, Minnie would wait for us in the same spot in the kitchen every day. She would get a little treat and we would get a goodbye that would insure we had a good day and left knowing someone would be waiting on our return. Minnie embraced her family, both human and furry alike, Jaiden, Toto, Diamon, and Sasha. When Jaiden came into the world, she lit up with love. She seemed to understand that little "kitten," would need her. She was up for the task of adoring that little baby as much as I was. She would even bathe him like a kitten. Once Jaiden was born, we could see that all along she was preparing for a baby in the house because she never liked anything laying around "out of place." She knew she'd be called to protect a little one, some day. Oh, we will miss her snuggles and her conversations and all the love she brought to our home! Rest easy, Minnie, your work here is done. We will always love and remember you.
Biscuit Blair Cuellar
April 17, 2003 - January 25, 2019
Biscuit loved to be with his people. He was lovable and dedicated and completely loyal to his pack.
We traveled a lot together. His favorite place is to visit was grandma and pop’s house in Salado, TX. He loved all the land and space to explore.
He loved to chase squirrels in the backyard. He loved walks and being outside. You could often find him resting outside in the sun.
He loved all people - never met a stranger. Everyone that knew him loved him. He had the perfect soul and would fill you with joy.
I will miss being greeted by Biscuit when I come. Even at the end he would always get up to greet me and give me a kiss when I would get home. We were 2 peas in a pod and he was always at my side.
He was the BEST dog and he is missed very very much and will not soon be forgotten. He dedicated his 15 years of life to being the best companion.
We love you Biscuit.
April 17, 2003 - January 25, 2019
Biscuit loved to be with his people. He was lovable and dedicated and completely loyal to his pack.
We traveled a lot together. His favorite place is to visit was grandma and pop’s house in Salado, TX. He loved all the land and space to explore.
He loved to chase squirrels in the backyard. He loved walks and being outside. You could often find him resting outside in the sun.
He loved all people - never met a stranger. Everyone that knew him loved him. He had the perfect soul and would fill you with joy.
I will miss being greeted by Biscuit when I come. Even at the end he would always get up to greet me and give me a kiss when I would get home. We were 2 peas in a pod and he was always at my side.
He was the BEST dog and he is missed very very much and will not soon be forgotten. He dedicated his 15 years of life to being the best companion.
We love you Biscuit.
Sam Kesavan
March 30, 2006 - January 16, 2019
Sam came into our lives very unexpectedly in the Summer of 2006. Our son was on his way back from a trip to Houston and came upon a farm selling puppies. He saw Sam in a litter of 4-5 pups and decided to bring him home. When our son arrived back in Austin, told us he had a “surprise” for us, and go look in the backseat of the van, the last thing we ever expected was to find a tiny puppy staring up at us. No one in the household had ever had a dog before, so we were all rather clueless about what to do, and how to take care of this sudden, very unexpected addition to our family. We scrambled to read up on canine care and figure out what we now needed to buy, who to take him to for his immunizations, and so forth. We were thrown into the situation rather abruptly, and though we definitely had our doubts and concerns in the beginning, having Sam enter into and become a part of our lives was ultimately one of the best family decisions we have ever made.
Sam brought so much love and joy into our family. He showed us daily that he cared about us every bit as much as we cared for him. He grew from a tiny puppy into a gentle giant, who was tender and gentle with everyone, human and animal alike. His continuous happy nature always shined brightly. He reminded us daily of the joy each of us can have in the simple things of life such as a nice walk, a car ride, and spending time with family and friends. He loved to go for walks around the neighborhood. He also loved to go for daily car rides around town, and was very particular about his eating schedule. He always seemed to know exactly when he was slated for his next meal or activity; Sam was a better time-keeper than we were! Whenever one of his routine activities was disrupted or delayed, he would always stare at us incredibly reproachfully and accusingly, or look back and forth between us and the front door/kitchen as if to say, “Come on, take me for a walk/feed me already! What are you waiting for? It’s right there!” And once we got back to “the regularly scheduled programming” of the day, he would be so visibly ecstatic that it would always bring a smile to our faces.
Sam pretty much loved anyone and everyone. The concept of “stranger danger” never crossed his mind. He loved when the UPS drivers would stop by the house to drop packages off, because they almost always had a treat ready to give him. One time, he hopped into the back of a UPS truck while no one was looking and then started barking just before it took off with him inside it! He also loved when other family members visited over the weekends and holidays; a full house made him very happy. He’d usually chew on a plush toy and/or doze off with all of us talking and catching up as his background noise. More recently, the neighbors’ dog, Bowie, spent a lot of time out in the backyard, and would actually bark until Sam and the rest of us came outside to say hello to him through the fence.
We will miss all the laughter and joy he brought into our lives. There were so many new experiences we had when learning how to take care of him as he grew up, from taking him to “Puppy Education” classes at Banfield, to the “pungent” experience of always having doggie bags on hand whenever we took him for a walk. He brought our family closer just by being himself, and he was always there for us as a steady, comforting presence as we went about our daily lives.
Sam always had a pillow he used to carry around with him whenever he was about to go out for a car ride. It was a part of our sofa set, but soon after he first joined our family, he claimed it as his own and took it with him everywhere. The pillow itself quickly became very dirty, so we eventually resorted to covering it with a regularly rotating collection of pillow cases for sanitary purposes. As soon as he was told that we were going out, he would run all over the house, looking for his special pillow, until he found it. And then he would run back to us, with it dangling from his mouth and half-dragging along the ground, like he’d found some special prize. We would even have to make sure the pillow was present at night so he could rest his chin on it and fall asleep with it there.
Sam was such a huge, ever-present part of our lives. His absence is palpable, and has left a hole in our family where he should naturally be. We don’t need to “take the time” to remember him, because we remember him every day, in moments that bring us both joy and sorrow. He was truly family, and we are so grateful that though he didn’t get to spend a human’s lifetime with us, he lived a very happy life and wanted for nothing. He ultimately passed peacefully. I strongly believe that not only is he chasing squirrels and eating whatever he wants, whenever he wants, in some great beyond, but that we will all one day get to see him and be with him again.
March 30, 2006 - January 16, 2019
Sam came into our lives very unexpectedly in the Summer of 2006. Our son was on his way back from a trip to Houston and came upon a farm selling puppies. He saw Sam in a litter of 4-5 pups and decided to bring him home. When our son arrived back in Austin, told us he had a “surprise” for us, and go look in the backseat of the van, the last thing we ever expected was to find a tiny puppy staring up at us. No one in the household had ever had a dog before, so we were all rather clueless about what to do, and how to take care of this sudden, very unexpected addition to our family. We scrambled to read up on canine care and figure out what we now needed to buy, who to take him to for his immunizations, and so forth. We were thrown into the situation rather abruptly, and though we definitely had our doubts and concerns in the beginning, having Sam enter into and become a part of our lives was ultimately one of the best family decisions we have ever made.
Sam brought so much love and joy into our family. He showed us daily that he cared about us every bit as much as we cared for him. He grew from a tiny puppy into a gentle giant, who was tender and gentle with everyone, human and animal alike. His continuous happy nature always shined brightly. He reminded us daily of the joy each of us can have in the simple things of life such as a nice walk, a car ride, and spending time with family and friends. He loved to go for walks around the neighborhood. He also loved to go for daily car rides around town, and was very particular about his eating schedule. He always seemed to know exactly when he was slated for his next meal or activity; Sam was a better time-keeper than we were! Whenever one of his routine activities was disrupted or delayed, he would always stare at us incredibly reproachfully and accusingly, or look back and forth between us and the front door/kitchen as if to say, “Come on, take me for a walk/feed me already! What are you waiting for? It’s right there!” And once we got back to “the regularly scheduled programming” of the day, he would be so visibly ecstatic that it would always bring a smile to our faces.
Sam pretty much loved anyone and everyone. The concept of “stranger danger” never crossed his mind. He loved when the UPS drivers would stop by the house to drop packages off, because they almost always had a treat ready to give him. One time, he hopped into the back of a UPS truck while no one was looking and then started barking just before it took off with him inside it! He also loved when other family members visited over the weekends and holidays; a full house made him very happy. He’d usually chew on a plush toy and/or doze off with all of us talking and catching up as his background noise. More recently, the neighbors’ dog, Bowie, spent a lot of time out in the backyard, and would actually bark until Sam and the rest of us came outside to say hello to him through the fence.
We will miss all the laughter and joy he brought into our lives. There were so many new experiences we had when learning how to take care of him as he grew up, from taking him to “Puppy Education” classes at Banfield, to the “pungent” experience of always having doggie bags on hand whenever we took him for a walk. He brought our family closer just by being himself, and he was always there for us as a steady, comforting presence as we went about our daily lives.
Sam always had a pillow he used to carry around with him whenever he was about to go out for a car ride. It was a part of our sofa set, but soon after he first joined our family, he claimed it as his own and took it with him everywhere. The pillow itself quickly became very dirty, so we eventually resorted to covering it with a regularly rotating collection of pillow cases for sanitary purposes. As soon as he was told that we were going out, he would run all over the house, looking for his special pillow, until he found it. And then he would run back to us, with it dangling from his mouth and half-dragging along the ground, like he’d found some special prize. We would even have to make sure the pillow was present at night so he could rest his chin on it and fall asleep with it there.
Sam was such a huge, ever-present part of our lives. His absence is palpable, and has left a hole in our family where he should naturally be. We don’t need to “take the time” to remember him, because we remember him every day, in moments that bring us both joy and sorrow. He was truly family, and we are so grateful that though he didn’t get to spend a human’s lifetime with us, he lived a very happy life and wanted for nothing. He ultimately passed peacefully. I strongly believe that not only is he chasing squirrels and eating whatever he wants, whenever he wants, in some great beyond, but that we will all one day get to see him and be with him again.
Berlin
October 8, 2003 - December 31, 2018
Berlin entered my life and my heart in July of 2010. She and her companion/big brother Baron came to my x-wife and I through the Central Texas Dachshund Rescue. After my divorce, she and I were a family of two until I met my (now) husband, Wes, and his two furry family members, Billie & Millie. Berlin was a bundle of energy in her youth and would relentlessly fetch a ball until my arm was too tired to keep throwing it. Even as a little old lady she still loved to play with a ball, though in her later years her favorite pastime was snuggling under a blanket. When she was with the pet sitter or at the kennel, she inevitably ended up in the lap of one of the caregivers, which was just fine with her. Sometimes she would come to school with me on Fridays and get to sit in my lap while my art students would use her as a model for life-drawing. She could inhale her food and gobble up her sibling's food in a heartbeat. She never did learn to eat like a lady, and always had to use a special dish that forced her to eat more slowly. She loved to snuggle with her sister, Millie on the couch and chase around the yard with Billie hunting rabbits when they were foolish enough to come into the yard. She was a sweet girl and we will all miss her.
October 8, 2003 - December 31, 2018
Berlin entered my life and my heart in July of 2010. She and her companion/big brother Baron came to my x-wife and I through the Central Texas Dachshund Rescue. After my divorce, she and I were a family of two until I met my (now) husband, Wes, and his two furry family members, Billie & Millie. Berlin was a bundle of energy in her youth and would relentlessly fetch a ball until my arm was too tired to keep throwing it. Even as a little old lady she still loved to play with a ball, though in her later years her favorite pastime was snuggling under a blanket. When she was with the pet sitter or at the kennel, she inevitably ended up in the lap of one of the caregivers, which was just fine with her. Sometimes she would come to school with me on Fridays and get to sit in my lap while my art students would use her as a model for life-drawing. She could inhale her food and gobble up her sibling's food in a heartbeat. She never did learn to eat like a lady, and always had to use a special dish that forced her to eat more slowly. She loved to snuggle with her sister, Millie on the couch and chase around the yard with Billie hunting rabbits when they were foolish enough to come into the yard. She was a sweet girl and we will all miss her.
Ms. Foxy Hawthorne
June 2005 - November 30, 2018
June 2005 - November 30, 2018
Patrick
February 6, 2004 - December 24, 2018
For 15 years, Patrick has been a HUGE part of our family. He was 6 weeks old, and 1/2 the size of a brick, when he came to us. Nick was 4 at the time. It was challenging raising a child and an unruly puppy with a mind of his own, but so worth the laughter and memories over the years. He has always seemed like a human trapped in a little dog’s body, with such a great personality. King of his castle, I would always say. Unfortunately, sickness, as well as the challenges of old age, took a tight grip on my lil’ one. It is with great sadness to say that my baby boy, Patrick, went over the rainbow bridge today. Even with such a strong spirit, he lost his battle. My lil’ Patrick will be greatly missed.
February 6, 2004 - December 24, 2018
For 15 years, Patrick has been a HUGE part of our family. He was 6 weeks old, and 1/2 the size of a brick, when he came to us. Nick was 4 at the time. It was challenging raising a child and an unruly puppy with a mind of his own, but so worth the laughter and memories over the years. He has always seemed like a human trapped in a little dog’s body, with such a great personality. King of his castle, I would always say. Unfortunately, sickness, as well as the challenges of old age, took a tight grip on my lil’ one. It is with great sadness to say that my baby boy, Patrick, went over the rainbow bridge today. Even with such a strong spirit, he lost his battle. My lil’ Patrick will be greatly missed.
ALBY JUMPING-MUDDY-PAWS POEHL
April 23, 2011 - November 9, 2018
Alby was brought into our lives as a rescue in 2012. He was rescued from a country road in Longview, Texas. He made his way to Austin by fabulous, caring and dog-loving volunteers who worked effortlessly to transport him to Austin where he was welcomed with HUGE HUGS and PUPPY LOVES! The day of adopting ALBY was the beginning of a lifetime of many memories…both good and bad!
There was not a tree in town that ALBY did not think had squirrels in it, so he would spend countless hours “guarding” trees in hopes he would finally one day get one of those pesky squirrels. He thought he was a tough guy but he would bark at lizards, frogs or even a strange flying leaf…tough? Not so much! He needed to be wrapped in tight, warm blankets when there was thunder or loud noises. He was over-protective of his food, water and chew toys when it came to his big-bro, Jake. ALBY loved to go to his Nanni’s outside oasis and loved all the attention he got from her and the little dogs, Abby and Rumi. Nanni’s oasis was such a welcoming spot for ALBY…he could do no wrong with his Nanni. She spoiled him rotten and he often did not want to come back home from Casa de Nanni. ALBY was a gentle guy and loved the kiddos he was around. One of his best little buddies was Toby who loved to HUG, LOVE and PET sweet ALBY but was afraid of his tail! Rightfully so because that tail could knock just about anything over. ALBY had quite a career during his time spent in the Texas A &M area where he had quickly transitioned from the city life to the country life. Oh my, the stories he could tell! He learned about foxes, rabbits, armadillos and of course those pesky squirrels. His favorite “friends” (through the window) were two vulture chicks who were just learning how to spread their wings and fly! He loved to watch them fly and also loved to bark at them as if to say…”hey, fly safely out there”. He is notoriously known for his hippity-hoppity moves and was given the name of “wiggles”, “wigs”, for short. There probably will never be another dog (child) like ALBY who will snuggle with you like “THE ALBY EGG”. He could jump on any couch, bed or chair so smooth and easy that there would be no obvious signs of an ALBY until you felt his heat right next to you.
ALBY was always excited to see you come through a door and welcome you with his signature hippity-hoppity moves, prominent wiggles and a gigantic smile!
He loved to perform his mission impossible moves at night by jumping off his huge springs of legs onto the bed like a feather and then sneaking right up to his people and curling up in a ball as gingerly as possible to lay down for the night.
He wasn’t the greatest fetcher but would chase his chew toy and bring it back occasionally. Later in his life, he learned how to catch his favorite duck toy in the air and after he got the hang of it could catch his fox toy. He was determined to learn how to catch his toy, this became his favorite game. He beamed with pride each time he successfully caught his toy.
Alby loved to eat and never had problems with being finicky. He enjoyed sharing meals with you, whatever you had was good by him. He was a master plate and bowl cleaner. He was both a carnivore and herbivore he did not discriminate. I learned he liked greens by dropping some asparagus on the floor and he promptly ate it up and was begging for more. He liked spring mix and most veggies. He loved when you mixed his dry and wet food together and would make a show for 5 minutes before finally getting down to eating.
Treats! Oh, how he loved his treats! His favorites were the cowhide with bits of bacon and chicken, steak bones, but his Mommie would always spoil him with Chicken Breast & Sweet Tater Fillets. Occasionally he would shake hands even though it did not come naturally to him..he always aimed to please!!! He had many chances to learn to shake for a treat from his big bros Jakey and Casey but he was never a big fan of shaking. Instead, he chose to perform his signature wiggle moves to get his treat! He preferred to hop like a kangaroo but guaranteed to outrun any 4-legged friend and certainly any 2-legged friend. Full of life is what ALBY was and how he will always remain in our hearts and in our minds from now until eternity!
ALBY leaves behind his Mommie (Jennifer), Daddy (Sean), Big Bro (Jake), Uncle Greg, Granny (Marie), Nanni (Adriana) and soooo many other lives this cool little dude, ALBY, “pawed” during his time on this earth!
REST IN PEACE SWEET ALBY! FLY HIGH WITH THE ANGELS AND CATCH ALL THE SQUIRRELS YOU CAN! SURE DO YOU MISS YOU BUDDY!!!!
I know you are loving life and free of all ailments and RUNNING like the wind up there, sweet boy!
April 23, 2011 - November 9, 2018
Alby was brought into our lives as a rescue in 2012. He was rescued from a country road in Longview, Texas. He made his way to Austin by fabulous, caring and dog-loving volunteers who worked effortlessly to transport him to Austin where he was welcomed with HUGE HUGS and PUPPY LOVES! The day of adopting ALBY was the beginning of a lifetime of many memories…both good and bad!
There was not a tree in town that ALBY did not think had squirrels in it, so he would spend countless hours “guarding” trees in hopes he would finally one day get one of those pesky squirrels. He thought he was a tough guy but he would bark at lizards, frogs or even a strange flying leaf…tough? Not so much! He needed to be wrapped in tight, warm blankets when there was thunder or loud noises. He was over-protective of his food, water and chew toys when it came to his big-bro, Jake. ALBY loved to go to his Nanni’s outside oasis and loved all the attention he got from her and the little dogs, Abby and Rumi. Nanni’s oasis was such a welcoming spot for ALBY…he could do no wrong with his Nanni. She spoiled him rotten and he often did not want to come back home from Casa de Nanni. ALBY was a gentle guy and loved the kiddos he was around. One of his best little buddies was Toby who loved to HUG, LOVE and PET sweet ALBY but was afraid of his tail! Rightfully so because that tail could knock just about anything over. ALBY had quite a career during his time spent in the Texas A &M area where he had quickly transitioned from the city life to the country life. Oh my, the stories he could tell! He learned about foxes, rabbits, armadillos and of course those pesky squirrels. His favorite “friends” (through the window) were two vulture chicks who were just learning how to spread their wings and fly! He loved to watch them fly and also loved to bark at them as if to say…”hey, fly safely out there”. He is notoriously known for his hippity-hoppity moves and was given the name of “wiggles”, “wigs”, for short. There probably will never be another dog (child) like ALBY who will snuggle with you like “THE ALBY EGG”. He could jump on any couch, bed or chair so smooth and easy that there would be no obvious signs of an ALBY until you felt his heat right next to you.
ALBY was always excited to see you come through a door and welcome you with his signature hippity-hoppity moves, prominent wiggles and a gigantic smile!
He loved to perform his mission impossible moves at night by jumping off his huge springs of legs onto the bed like a feather and then sneaking right up to his people and curling up in a ball as gingerly as possible to lay down for the night.
He wasn’t the greatest fetcher but would chase his chew toy and bring it back occasionally. Later in his life, he learned how to catch his favorite duck toy in the air and after he got the hang of it could catch his fox toy. He was determined to learn how to catch his toy, this became his favorite game. He beamed with pride each time he successfully caught his toy.
Alby loved to eat and never had problems with being finicky. He enjoyed sharing meals with you, whatever you had was good by him. He was a master plate and bowl cleaner. He was both a carnivore and herbivore he did not discriminate. I learned he liked greens by dropping some asparagus on the floor and he promptly ate it up and was begging for more. He liked spring mix and most veggies. He loved when you mixed his dry and wet food together and would make a show for 5 minutes before finally getting down to eating.
Treats! Oh, how he loved his treats! His favorites were the cowhide with bits of bacon and chicken, steak bones, but his Mommie would always spoil him with Chicken Breast & Sweet Tater Fillets. Occasionally he would shake hands even though it did not come naturally to him..he always aimed to please!!! He had many chances to learn to shake for a treat from his big bros Jakey and Casey but he was never a big fan of shaking. Instead, he chose to perform his signature wiggle moves to get his treat! He preferred to hop like a kangaroo but guaranteed to outrun any 4-legged friend and certainly any 2-legged friend. Full of life is what ALBY was and how he will always remain in our hearts and in our minds from now until eternity!
ALBY leaves behind his Mommie (Jennifer), Daddy (Sean), Big Bro (Jake), Uncle Greg, Granny (Marie), Nanni (Adriana) and soooo many other lives this cool little dude, ALBY, “pawed” during his time on this earth!
REST IN PEACE SWEET ALBY! FLY HIGH WITH THE ANGELS AND CATCH ALL THE SQUIRRELS YOU CAN! SURE DO YOU MISS YOU BUDDY!!!!
I know you are loving life and free of all ailments and RUNNING like the wind up there, sweet boy!
LUCE
November 28, 2006 - October 17, 2018
We adopted Luce in 2006 from the German Shepherd rescue. She instantly became a perfect part of the family, loving her kitty sister, Scully, and her dog sister, Melly. They would teach her the ways of our family. She adored them. Luce had a gentle spirit about her, even when reminding us that we had forgotten her treat, it was just a soft paw on our leg and a soft glance that spoke for her. At times it truly seemed as though her deep brown eyes looked straight into your soul, giving her insight to your emotions and how she could help. She was loyal, loving, and gentle and yet we also still felt well protected and looked after. On our walks, she'd be a few steps ahead, but ever mindful of exactly where we were. In her play and adventuring, she remained mindful of her family. We will miss her gentle kisses and her sweet soul always. She is now back united with her sisters, Melly and Scully. Until we meet again, all our love, Moms
November 28, 2006 - October 17, 2018
We adopted Luce in 2006 from the German Shepherd rescue. She instantly became a perfect part of the family, loving her kitty sister, Scully, and her dog sister, Melly. They would teach her the ways of our family. She adored them. Luce had a gentle spirit about her, even when reminding us that we had forgotten her treat, it was just a soft paw on our leg and a soft glance that spoke for her. At times it truly seemed as though her deep brown eyes looked straight into your soul, giving her insight to your emotions and how she could help. She was loyal, loving, and gentle and yet we also still felt well protected and looked after. On our walks, she'd be a few steps ahead, but ever mindful of exactly where we were. In her play and adventuring, she remained mindful of her family. We will miss her gentle kisses and her sweet soul always. She is now back united with her sisters, Melly and Scully. Until we meet again, all our love, Moms
My Beloved
Azriel Vashti
June 14, 1998 - August 25, 2018
In 1998, I adopted Azriel as a kitten from the shelter. She was perfect. She was adventurous, brave, curious, and intelligent. She wasn't afraid of dogs and enjoyed going everywhere they could go on her lead. She loved that every morning, she received a treat of milk, and I enjoyed making her happy. Although she loved people and dogs, she wasn't a "cat-person." She tolerated her sister, Nephthra, probably because Nephthra never gave up trying to love her. I don't even know where to begin with everything I will miss about Azriel. She's been with me for 20 years, marriage, children, travels...she been my steady companion. Her snuggles and kisses were the best; her spotted belly and perfect little pink nose; her love for water and nature hikes; her never ending curiosity and adventurous personality. I'm going to miss all the high places I would find her; she loved the top of anything, doors, cabinets. I'm going to miss how she always surprised strangers when they would cross our paths while we were hiking, her on her lead. Even dogs were surprised and unsure of what they were seeing, but she'd just be friendly, approach, nuzzle, kiss, and make a new friend. I'm going to miss playing hair bands with her down the hallway. I'm just going to miss my friend, my beloved Azriel.
Azriel Vashti
June 14, 1998 - August 25, 2018
In 1998, I adopted Azriel as a kitten from the shelter. She was perfect. She was adventurous, brave, curious, and intelligent. She wasn't afraid of dogs and enjoyed going everywhere they could go on her lead. She loved that every morning, she received a treat of milk, and I enjoyed making her happy. Although she loved people and dogs, she wasn't a "cat-person." She tolerated her sister, Nephthra, probably because Nephthra never gave up trying to love her. I don't even know where to begin with everything I will miss about Azriel. She's been with me for 20 years, marriage, children, travels...she been my steady companion. Her snuggles and kisses were the best; her spotted belly and perfect little pink nose; her love for water and nature hikes; her never ending curiosity and adventurous personality. I'm going to miss all the high places I would find her; she loved the top of anything, doors, cabinets. I'm going to miss how she always surprised strangers when they would cross our paths while we were hiking, her on her lead. Even dogs were surprised and unsure of what they were seeing, but she'd just be friendly, approach, nuzzle, kiss, and make a new friend. I'm going to miss playing hair bands with her down the hallway. I'm just going to miss my friend, my beloved Azriel.
Henry
January 1, 2004 - June 14, 2018
Henry decided to stay with me when he was 2-3 years old after I fostered him during his medical recovery period.
Since I wanted him to be happy, I made “Happy New Year Day" for his birthday. I really wanted him being happy, but, he made me happy more than I did for him.
He was always beside me laughing together, playing together, eating together, and going out together almost everywhere. While driving, I still feel like that he is in the back seat of my car waiting for a horse-drawn carriage comes up right next to him.
He was strong, loyal, lovely and precious boy. He rescued me, showed me how life should be. I now realize that he planned everything for me.
We were meant for meeting, I believe.
I cannot say thank you enough to my boy Henry, but, will keep saying “Thank you, Henry, I love you”.
- Kat-chan
January 1, 2004 - June 14, 2018
Henry decided to stay with me when he was 2-3 years old after I fostered him during his medical recovery period.
Since I wanted him to be happy, I made “Happy New Year Day" for his birthday. I really wanted him being happy, but, he made me happy more than I did for him.
He was always beside me laughing together, playing together, eating together, and going out together almost everywhere. While driving, I still feel like that he is in the back seat of my car waiting for a horse-drawn carriage comes up right next to him.
He was strong, loyal, lovely and precious boy. He rescued me, showed me how life should be. I now realize that he planned everything for me.
We were meant for meeting, I believe.
I cannot say thank you enough to my boy Henry, but, will keep saying “Thank you, Henry, I love you”.
- Kat-chan
Coco
May 14, 2002 - July 8, 2018
Adopted May 11, 2014 - July 8, 2018
We adopted Coco late in her life. She came to us when my sister and her family could no longer care for her. My father called me and asked if I wanted Coco, and I said yes before he could even finish asking (I had always wanted to keep Coco for years when they would come over for the holidays and bring her :) After a week of being with my husband and I, my father visited and had felt a lump on her belly while holding her. I quickly set up an appointment with my vet. It was a malignant tumor, but fortunately was caught early enough to be removed. Since then, she was my baby. Being a senior dog, we made it a point to make as many memories with her as we could. Coco and I did everything together - ate breakfast together, worked together, went shopping together, ate out together. Anywhere they allowed dogs, Coco went. She even travelled with my husband and I. Needless to say we loved her very much.
After 16+ years of sniffing, wagging, and exploring this earth, my sweet Coco passed away early on July 8, 2018. She had a long life, was loved by many and brought many smiles to anyone she encountered. We wanted to make so many more memories with her, but am so grateful for the time we had together. Coco was a great and loyal friend that we loved so very much.
She was the best dogga ever. Our personalities fit really well. We did everything together and she was always by my side with nothing but love to give. Rest in peace in doggie heaven, my dear sweet Coco. We’ll miss you and love you forever, and thank you for all the love and snuggles.
Love always,
Mama and Papa
May 14, 2002 - July 8, 2018
Adopted May 11, 2014 - July 8, 2018
We adopted Coco late in her life. She came to us when my sister and her family could no longer care for her. My father called me and asked if I wanted Coco, and I said yes before he could even finish asking (I had always wanted to keep Coco for years when they would come over for the holidays and bring her :) After a week of being with my husband and I, my father visited and had felt a lump on her belly while holding her. I quickly set up an appointment with my vet. It was a malignant tumor, but fortunately was caught early enough to be removed. Since then, she was my baby. Being a senior dog, we made it a point to make as many memories with her as we could. Coco and I did everything together - ate breakfast together, worked together, went shopping together, ate out together. Anywhere they allowed dogs, Coco went. She even travelled with my husband and I. Needless to say we loved her very much.
After 16+ years of sniffing, wagging, and exploring this earth, my sweet Coco passed away early on July 8, 2018. She had a long life, was loved by many and brought many smiles to anyone she encountered. We wanted to make so many more memories with her, but am so grateful for the time we had together. Coco was a great and loyal friend that we loved so very much.
She was the best dogga ever. Our personalities fit really well. We did everything together and she was always by my side with nothing but love to give. Rest in peace in doggie heaven, my dear sweet Coco. We’ll miss you and love you forever, and thank you for all the love and snuggles.
Love always,
Mama and Papa
Buster Tracy
Our dearest Buster was loved and adored by all who he came in contact with. From the day we rescued him, he rescued us. He was the most loyal, dedicated dog that a couple could ask for. He always knew when "mommy" was upset or stressed, and would snuggle up to her to try to cheer her up, earning the nickname "Mommy's little empath". He could always bring a smile to our faces with his butt wiggle when he was excited! Survived by his adopted brother Jake, who he also loved & protected unconditionally, despite Jake's many quirks.
Buster, you'll always be loved and missed - there is a little piece of our hearts that went with you. Hope you're up there in doggie heaven stealing ALL the pillows, cleaning ears, and wiggling that butt like crazy. Love you bud. Mom & Dad.
Our dearest Buster was loved and adored by all who he came in contact with. From the day we rescued him, he rescued us. He was the most loyal, dedicated dog that a couple could ask for. He always knew when "mommy" was upset or stressed, and would snuggle up to her to try to cheer her up, earning the nickname "Mommy's little empath". He could always bring a smile to our faces with his butt wiggle when he was excited! Survived by his adopted brother Jake, who he also loved & protected unconditionally, despite Jake's many quirks.
Buster, you'll always be loved and missed - there is a little piece of our hearts that went with you. Hope you're up there in doggie heaven stealing ALL the pillows, cleaning ears, and wiggling that butt like crazy. Love you bud. Mom & Dad.
Dotti
April 21, 2010 - May 31, 2018
April 21, 2010 - May 31, 2018
|
|
Mandy Chavalah
My Sassy Lassie
Mandy came into my life through Oldies But Goodies Cocker Spaniel Rescue of Northern Virginia. She was 7 at the time and considered non-adoptable because of her age as well as being abused and abandoned in a trash bag inside a dumpster. The bag was even tied to the dumpster. I saw in her what no one else could, and she saw in me the same. Considering what she had been through, she was incredibly loyal and had an amazing ability to truly sense someone's character. She grew to be a very good watch dog with a huge heart. She adored my son, William, and loved her companion Cocker Spaniel, Patches. Her foster parents Susan and Trish were significant in teaching her to trust humans again. It took 6 months of intense love, but eventually Susan and Trish broke through and she was ready for her forever home, my home, although Susan and Trish were sad to see her go. If she loved you, she loved you and her sad brown eyes would would convey that love when you came around. If she didn't care for someone, she would nip at their heals.
She brought me years of joy and companionship. I was so lucky to be her Mom. I called her my Sassy Lassie because once she began to trust again, she developed a little sass that I adored. She knew what time she was to be fed, receive her medicine, and when she wanted a treat. Even when she adopted me, she showed some sass. Her foster family had brought her for a home visit. They let her off her lead; she ran to give the trash can a little sniff and then came straight to me and looked up with her sad brown eyes as if to say, "I'm home Mom." Her foster parents broke into tears crying and said, "I guess she is yours." They had really bonded with her over the 6 months they worked on her broken heart and spirit. I am grateful they were kind enough to let me adopt her and experience the joy and love she had to give me.
Mandy was an amazing companion. She traveled the world with me as my work took me on monumental adventures. She sat quietly with me. She sassed me. She loved me, and I loved her. I will forever miss my Sassie Lassie and forever be thankful for my beautiful friend.
My Sassy Lassie
Mandy came into my life through Oldies But Goodies Cocker Spaniel Rescue of Northern Virginia. She was 7 at the time and considered non-adoptable because of her age as well as being abused and abandoned in a trash bag inside a dumpster. The bag was even tied to the dumpster. I saw in her what no one else could, and she saw in me the same. Considering what she had been through, she was incredibly loyal and had an amazing ability to truly sense someone's character. She grew to be a very good watch dog with a huge heart. She adored my son, William, and loved her companion Cocker Spaniel, Patches. Her foster parents Susan and Trish were significant in teaching her to trust humans again. It took 6 months of intense love, but eventually Susan and Trish broke through and she was ready for her forever home, my home, although Susan and Trish were sad to see her go. If she loved you, she loved you and her sad brown eyes would would convey that love when you came around. If she didn't care for someone, she would nip at their heals.
She brought me years of joy and companionship. I was so lucky to be her Mom. I called her my Sassy Lassie because once she began to trust again, she developed a little sass that I adored. She knew what time she was to be fed, receive her medicine, and when she wanted a treat. Even when she adopted me, she showed some sass. Her foster family had brought her for a home visit. They let her off her lead; she ran to give the trash can a little sniff and then came straight to me and looked up with her sad brown eyes as if to say, "I'm home Mom." Her foster parents broke into tears crying and said, "I guess she is yours." They had really bonded with her over the 6 months they worked on her broken heart and spirit. I am grateful they were kind enough to let me adopt her and experience the joy and love she had to give me.
Mandy was an amazing companion. She traveled the world with me as my work took me on monumental adventures. She sat quietly with me. She sassed me. She loved me, and I loved her. I will forever miss my Sassie Lassie and forever be thankful for my beautiful friend.
Buda
March 19, 2008 - May 12, 2018
Buda saved my life and I will never stop saying that. He gave me hope when I didn’t believe in anything else. He was the most docile, happy, chill and friendly dog. Never complained, never barked. Even when we didn’t walk him he was upset. Always cheering us home with his tail wagging. Sleeping 16 hours a day and snoring so loud it was hard to watch tv. He left an empty space that will never be filled.
He made me a mother and for that I will always be grateful. For all the good memories, for all the time we spend together, for all the love, affection, care, thank you.
You will be missed “bolinha”. We will love you forever
March 19, 2008 - May 12, 2018
Buda saved my life and I will never stop saying that. He gave me hope when I didn’t believe in anything else. He was the most docile, happy, chill and friendly dog. Never complained, never barked. Even when we didn’t walk him he was upset. Always cheering us home with his tail wagging. Sleeping 16 hours a day and snoring so loud it was hard to watch tv. He left an empty space that will never be filled.
He made me a mother and for that I will always be grateful. For all the good memories, for all the time we spend together, for all the love, affection, care, thank you.
You will be missed “bolinha”. We will love you forever
WINKI REYES
11/22/2012 - 4/15/2018
You were one of gods greatest gifts to our family Winki as soon as I laid eyes on you I knew we had to have you. I was right, you have brought so much joy and so many blessings to our family memories that we will cherish for a lifetime.
You were so loyal to us, you are the true meaning of a mans best friend. You loved everyone that crossed your path you had the most adorable smile, you were amazing in every way, you loved to take car rides out to the lease you knew when it was time to go you jumped into the car faster than all of us. You enjoyed family time. Your fifth birthday bash was amazing no one knew that you could sing but you let us all know that once the spotlight was on you.
You were so smart when it came to our daily routines you knew when brother & sister got on and off of the bus and you knew when mommy and daddy got home from work, you would sit at the bottom of the stairs till we walked up to the door then you would greet us with nothing but love and affection.
You loved when your abuelo, abuela, maw maw & paw paw would come over you would run and jump all over them giving them lots of kisses and hugs.
We will miss you so much winki we will miss your beautiful smile the energy that you brought into the house the love and companionship that you shared with everyone. There is no other like you stinky winky.
You always had to sneeze on mommy, always jumping on Analicia, loved to take walks with David and loved wrestling with daddy. For some reason every time we would have a movie night you would love to curl all in every ones blankets and eating the popcorn that would fall, you crop dusted us all the time and you thought t was funny, you would look at us knowing that we smelled it and you would have the most blank look on your face like “OMG what is that smell” it was so bad but all we would do is say WIINNKIIII!!!!! And laugh.
There are no words that will ever be able to express the love that we have for you, we want you to know that you will be greatly missed, we thank God for blessing us with you. You’ve brought us so much joy and so many great memories you are one of a kind my love fly high look over our baby stay close and know that our love for you will never fade.
Love You Always And Forever In This Lifetime And The Next
your family
11/22/2012 - 4/15/2018
You were one of gods greatest gifts to our family Winki as soon as I laid eyes on you I knew we had to have you. I was right, you have brought so much joy and so many blessings to our family memories that we will cherish for a lifetime.
You were so loyal to us, you are the true meaning of a mans best friend. You loved everyone that crossed your path you had the most adorable smile, you were amazing in every way, you loved to take car rides out to the lease you knew when it was time to go you jumped into the car faster than all of us. You enjoyed family time. Your fifth birthday bash was amazing no one knew that you could sing but you let us all know that once the spotlight was on you.
You were so smart when it came to our daily routines you knew when brother & sister got on and off of the bus and you knew when mommy and daddy got home from work, you would sit at the bottom of the stairs till we walked up to the door then you would greet us with nothing but love and affection.
You loved when your abuelo, abuela, maw maw & paw paw would come over you would run and jump all over them giving them lots of kisses and hugs.
We will miss you so much winki we will miss your beautiful smile the energy that you brought into the house the love and companionship that you shared with everyone. There is no other like you stinky winky.
You always had to sneeze on mommy, always jumping on Analicia, loved to take walks with David and loved wrestling with daddy. For some reason every time we would have a movie night you would love to curl all in every ones blankets and eating the popcorn that would fall, you crop dusted us all the time and you thought t was funny, you would look at us knowing that we smelled it and you would have the most blank look on your face like “OMG what is that smell” it was so bad but all we would do is say WIINNKIIII!!!!! And laugh.
There are no words that will ever be able to express the love that we have for you, we want you to know that you will be greatly missed, we thank God for blessing us with you. You’ve brought us so much joy and so many great memories you are one of a kind my love fly high look over our baby stay close and know that our love for you will never fade.
Love You Always And Forever In This Lifetime And The Next
your family
Lola "Lily"
November 23, 2016 - April 2, 2018
November 23, 2016 - April 2, 2018
Maverick
February 2004 - January 19, 2018
Maverick became a part of my life as a young adult after I adopted him in 2005. Little did I know he would help me make my family as I grew older, married, and had children. He put his head on my shoulder at that Petsmart so many years ago and made it very clear that we were going to be best friends forever. He was with me, my cheerleader, through med school, residency, travels across the country and back, and personally approved my wife, Katie, and welcomed our children. Once he approved of Katie, he had no problem moving off the bed and later, he opened his heart and helped watch over our two daughters. He was loyal...he knew he was family, and he was fun, always ready to play, and compassionate and kind. He seemed to understand that the children were his little sisters and treated them with tender care. He became uneasy when they were in the terrible twos, but had more confidence than me that they would be just fine, and we'd get through it together. I watched as his energy and playfulness slowed as you got older, but even up to your last day, I knew you were happy that we were in each other's lives; that we were family. I know he's in heaven, taking care of my mom, dad, and other family members, and I know they now get the great joy of knowing how amazing he is. I'll see you again, one day soon, my friend. Love your friend, companion, and daddy John
February 2004 - January 19, 2018
Maverick became a part of my life as a young adult after I adopted him in 2005. Little did I know he would help me make my family as I grew older, married, and had children. He put his head on my shoulder at that Petsmart so many years ago and made it very clear that we were going to be best friends forever. He was with me, my cheerleader, through med school, residency, travels across the country and back, and personally approved my wife, Katie, and welcomed our children. Once he approved of Katie, he had no problem moving off the bed and later, he opened his heart and helped watch over our two daughters. He was loyal...he knew he was family, and he was fun, always ready to play, and compassionate and kind. He seemed to understand that the children were his little sisters and treated them with tender care. He became uneasy when they were in the terrible twos, but had more confidence than me that they would be just fine, and we'd get through it together. I watched as his energy and playfulness slowed as you got older, but even up to your last day, I knew you were happy that we were in each other's lives; that we were family. I know he's in heaven, taking care of my mom, dad, and other family members, and I know they now get the great joy of knowing how amazing he is. I'll see you again, one day soon, my friend. Love your friend, companion, and daddy John
AIKO
"Our Little Loved One"
April 15, 2006 - January 8, 2018
"Our Little Loved One"
April 15, 2006 - January 8, 2018
Azul
Adopted October 9, 2012 - December 31, 2017
I adopted Azul by email with the Animal Care Services of San Antonio after contract from the Texas Husky Rescue. Adopting by email was only nervous until the moment I met Azul...he was wonderful, friendly and calm to the point of being zen-like. When it was time to go to the park, if his hooman took to long, he would howl at the door and sometimes, even bonk his head against the door. He was so loving and affectionate, knowing early to get in good with my mom, and he adored her and Mark.
He was our introduction to Huskies and how amazing they are. The fluffy tail, the howling, the talking, the dancing side to side when excited, and even the ferocious "kill the vacuum" was adorable and left us no option but per love. He was so smart, learning quickly how to step into his harness and untangle his lead. Azul loved his time at the dog parks, making friends everywhere he went. He could be stubborn about leaving, but it was so cute that it was difficult to ever really be mad about it. Eventually, he came to trust that we would indeed bring him again, and became much better about heading home. Well, he either started trusting that we'd bring him back again or it could have been that time he got trapped in the rain because he didn't listen when we told him it was time to go. Either way, he loved the parks and we loved taking him to enjoy them.
Azul was a great dog, a great friend, and the best of the good boys. He will be greatly missed and always remembered.
Adopted October 9, 2012 - December 31, 2017
I adopted Azul by email with the Animal Care Services of San Antonio after contract from the Texas Husky Rescue. Adopting by email was only nervous until the moment I met Azul...he was wonderful, friendly and calm to the point of being zen-like. When it was time to go to the park, if his hooman took to long, he would howl at the door and sometimes, even bonk his head against the door. He was so loving and affectionate, knowing early to get in good with my mom, and he adored her and Mark.
He was our introduction to Huskies and how amazing they are. The fluffy tail, the howling, the talking, the dancing side to side when excited, and even the ferocious "kill the vacuum" was adorable and left us no option but per love. He was so smart, learning quickly how to step into his harness and untangle his lead. Azul loved his time at the dog parks, making friends everywhere he went. He could be stubborn about leaving, but it was so cute that it was difficult to ever really be mad about it. Eventually, he came to trust that we would indeed bring him again, and became much better about heading home. Well, he either started trusting that we'd bring him back again or it could have been that time he got trapped in the rain because he didn't listen when we told him it was time to go. Either way, he loved the parks and we loved taking him to enjoy them.
Azul was a great dog, a great friend, and the best of the good boys. He will be greatly missed and always remembered.
Susie
Janauary 12, 2015 - December 29, 2017
Janauary 12, 2015 - December 29, 2017
Paco aka Paco, the Grumpy Old Man
September 2006 - December 23, 2017
A typical flea market trip brought Paco into our lives. We certainly didn't go intending to add a family member, but Paco thought otherwise. He was such a happy little guy, that my husband knew he was belonged with us. Although he loved to explore, his exploring tended to start after sleeping late. He was loyal, lovable, and protective...you could see his admiration of you in his eyes, and it always felt good. There are so many behaviors of his that brought us joy. One of my favorites is how he snored by my bed each night, but if my husband was snoring, he'd howl. I'll miss the pleasure of his sitting protectively on my lap for love and belly rubs. I'll even miss how territorial he was and picky about who could touch him or his food bowl or his special red toy. He was alpha dog and the fact that he chose us, makes us special. We'll miss you dearly Grumpy Old Man.
September 2006 - December 23, 2017
A typical flea market trip brought Paco into our lives. We certainly didn't go intending to add a family member, but Paco thought otherwise. He was such a happy little guy, that my husband knew he was belonged with us. Although he loved to explore, his exploring tended to start after sleeping late. He was loyal, lovable, and protective...you could see his admiration of you in his eyes, and it always felt good. There are so many behaviors of his that brought us joy. One of my favorites is how he snored by my bed each night, but if my husband was snoring, he'd howl. I'll miss the pleasure of his sitting protectively on my lap for love and belly rubs. I'll even miss how territorial he was and picky about who could touch him or his food bowl or his special red toy. He was alpha dog and the fact that he chose us, makes us special. We'll miss you dearly Grumpy Old Man.
TANK
May 5, 2013 - November 21, 2017
May 5, 2013 - November 21, 2017
Alex
2006 - September 18, 2017
In 2006, my mother's niece's dog had a litter of puppies and my mother was given the cutest little white one. Little did I know at the time what an important part of my life he would become. He gave me comfort when I was sick and when I battled depression, he would show me love and get me laughing. He showed me about being strong-willed and brave, and that it was okay to show fear. I didn't require much training; he seemed to actually listen to me and somehow know what I meant. He listened so intently to me. When my mother died, that is when I truly learned how incredible he was. My mother's death was really hard on me. I would breakdown and cry in pain. Alex provided a comfort that no one else could. His presence and the way he would just lay very close to me, provided me with a sense that everything would be okay. Coming through the other side of that experience, never to be the same...but Alex and I had an even deeper bond, and I am most upset about losing that. He never wavered in caring for me. He loved me just as I am. He was a protective guardian and a playful and mischievous friend. Alex slept with me and it was officially bed time only once I scratched his head and ears. I will miss that forever, I know. I am thankful for the many years he was my friend.
2006 - September 18, 2017
In 2006, my mother's niece's dog had a litter of puppies and my mother was given the cutest little white one. Little did I know at the time what an important part of my life he would become. He gave me comfort when I was sick and when I battled depression, he would show me love and get me laughing. He showed me about being strong-willed and brave, and that it was okay to show fear. I didn't require much training; he seemed to actually listen to me and somehow know what I meant. He listened so intently to me. When my mother died, that is when I truly learned how incredible he was. My mother's death was really hard on me. I would breakdown and cry in pain. Alex provided a comfort that no one else could. His presence and the way he would just lay very close to me, provided me with a sense that everything would be okay. Coming through the other side of that experience, never to be the same...but Alex and I had an even deeper bond, and I am most upset about losing that. He never wavered in caring for me. He loved me just as I am. He was a protective guardian and a playful and mischievous friend. Alex slept with me and it was officially bed time only once I scratched his head and ears. I will miss that forever, I know. I am thankful for the many years he was my friend.
Lil' Mama
March 2005 - September 2017
Lil' Mama was the daughter of my first dog...I guess that makes me her grandmother. She was loyal, protective, friendly, laid back, and happy to just go with the flow. She has the cutest little howls and was fierce when barking to warn us that a stranger was near...she never backed down. She even saved her father, who was only about 15 lbs heavier then her, from a german shepherd that had attacked him. She ran off a huge dog...she was that fearless and brave. She was so sneaky, pretending that she hated bath time. I think it was fun for her to pretend and make us beg and plead and then she enjoyed her baths like her own personal day at the spa. And she would let some of her cat fosters sleep in her bed in order to enjoy some kitty spa time. She had a "big" little sister, Mya, and they were a pair, always tight and protective of each other. Her cat siblings, Rico and Bindi, she tolerated, but the fosters, she seemed to know and gave them a little extra love and care. We will always treasure the memories we made with our girl, Lil' Mama, like an awesome day at the dog island, watching Mya and Lil' Mama run free, getting dirty and learning to swim. She will forever be a treasured part of our family. Rest in Peace, Lil' Mama
March 2005 - September 2017
Lil' Mama was the daughter of my first dog...I guess that makes me her grandmother. She was loyal, protective, friendly, laid back, and happy to just go with the flow. She has the cutest little howls and was fierce when barking to warn us that a stranger was near...she never backed down. She even saved her father, who was only about 15 lbs heavier then her, from a german shepherd that had attacked him. She ran off a huge dog...she was that fearless and brave. She was so sneaky, pretending that she hated bath time. I think it was fun for her to pretend and make us beg and plead and then she enjoyed her baths like her own personal day at the spa. And she would let some of her cat fosters sleep in her bed in order to enjoy some kitty spa time. She had a "big" little sister, Mya, and they were a pair, always tight and protective of each other. Her cat siblings, Rico and Bindi, she tolerated, but the fosters, she seemed to know and gave them a little extra love and care. We will always treasure the memories we made with our girl, Lil' Mama, like an awesome day at the dog island, watching Mya and Lil' Mama run free, getting dirty and learning to swim. She will forever be a treasured part of our family. Rest in Peace, Lil' Mama
Alvin
September 12, 2007 - September 8, 2017
Alvin was loyal, strong, and so playfully outgoing. Although he looked tough, he was so sweet and friendly. He grew up with this "brothers and sisters", Chris, Jason, Melang, Zita, Jennifer, Ken, Brandi, and Lil' Chris. He was very good at breaking through the fencing to let his furry brothers and sisters free. Even though we knew it was him, he'd just sit there looking as though he didn't know what happened. He loved howling at fire trucks and getting into things, but above all, he loved a good pig ear treat. He was a wonderful companion and will be greatly missed. Thank you, Alvin, for 10 years of solid, dependable friendship!
September 12, 2007 - September 8, 2017
Alvin was loyal, strong, and so playfully outgoing. Although he looked tough, he was so sweet and friendly. He grew up with this "brothers and sisters", Chris, Jason, Melang, Zita, Jennifer, Ken, Brandi, and Lil' Chris. He was very good at breaking through the fencing to let his furry brothers and sisters free. Even though we knew it was him, he'd just sit there looking as though he didn't know what happened. He loved howling at fire trucks and getting into things, but above all, he loved a good pig ear treat. He was a wonderful companion and will be greatly missed. Thank you, Alvin, for 10 years of solid, dependable friendship!
Our Nelson
We'll miss you forever...
the barks, walks, nudges.
You are a perfect friend!
January 9, 2004 - August 20, 2017
We'll miss you forever...
the barks, walks, nudges.
You are a perfect friend!
January 9, 2004 - August 20, 2017
Arminius Freckles
August 2006 - August 12, 2017
August 2006 - August 12, 2017
Anasazi
February 14, 2003 - May 30, 2017
I did not know my life would change when I welcomed Anasazi into my home and heart. For 14 years she was a loving, stubborn, loyal companion. She was my Pooh Bear. I remember the first days I held her in my arms as a puppy. She could easily fit on my forearm. I remember when I tried to teach her how to play catch and how she refused to do it. I will never forget the welcoming wag of her tail nor the happiness in her eyes when I came home. Even on her last day she welcomed me home. Thank you for teaching me what love is, my Valentine baby. You will always have a spot in my heart. Say hello to Sam and Adira on that Rainbow bridge. I will see you again.
February 14, 2003 - May 30, 2017
I did not know my life would change when I welcomed Anasazi into my home and heart. For 14 years she was a loving, stubborn, loyal companion. She was my Pooh Bear. I remember the first days I held her in my arms as a puppy. She could easily fit on my forearm. I remember when I tried to teach her how to play catch and how she refused to do it. I will never forget the welcoming wag of her tail nor the happiness in her eyes when I came home. Even on her last day she welcomed me home. Thank you for teaching me what love is, my Valentine baby. You will always have a spot in my heart. Say hello to Sam and Adira on that Rainbow bridge. I will see you again.
Roofus
February 22, 2010 - August 6, 2017
Roofus was the chosen one...out of 12 brothers and sisters, he was the one, the one meant to be part of our family. Roofus brought so much love and joy into our family. He loved car rides, kids, family. He even figured out that if he pulled all the stuffing out of all his toys, he'd get to go to work every day with mom and dad. He was a smart boy. Little did he know, we loved having him at work with us. He was excellent at turning a game of fetch into a game of tug of war, "Hey, two games with one toy!" He loved his sisters Liberty and Lela and his brother, Jacob. We'll miss him when it storms and we can't find him in the bathtub. We'll miss the pure joy he found in running, playing catch, playing tug of war, swimming, and just being with his family.
February 22, 2010 - August 6, 2017
Roofus was the chosen one...out of 12 brothers and sisters, he was the one, the one meant to be part of our family. Roofus brought so much love and joy into our family. He loved car rides, kids, family. He even figured out that if he pulled all the stuffing out of all his toys, he'd get to go to work every day with mom and dad. He was a smart boy. Little did he know, we loved having him at work with us. He was excellent at turning a game of fetch into a game of tug of war, "Hey, two games with one toy!" He loved his sisters Liberty and Lela and his brother, Jacob. We'll miss him when it storms and we can't find him in the bathtub. We'll miss the pure joy he found in running, playing catch, playing tug of war, swimming, and just being with his family.
Revi
August 7, 2009 - June 26, 2017
Revi was my foster dog. Her name at the time was Missy May.
I fostered her from the Austin Humane Society for two months while she was on heartworm treatment.
The day after I took her back to AHS to be put up for adoption, I realized I couldn't let her go and went back and adopted her myself. This precious girl saved my life; as she came to me after I lost my Mother (my best friend). I renamed her Revi, as this is part of my Mother's maiden name, backward. Iversen. Iversen backward is Nesrevi.... so she became Revi, an homage to my dearest Mother.
Revi was a good girl, right from the start; house trained, well mannered, very smart and easily learned anything new I taught her. I was so lucky. Animal and people friendly, she loved being in the middle of it all, around her humans. She was so full of energy, and even at nearly 8 years old, still very puppy like.
She loved the outdoors, going for walks, spending hours running around the backyard trying to catch those crazy squirrels and birds, or sitting and staring down the squirrels just out of her reach, above her head in the trees. I do believe the squirrels were playing with her, taunting her, knowing she could never reach them. But she continued to try....
So many things about this girl were so cute and endearing - she didn't mind being in the rain, or getting a bath because she absolutely loved being towel dried off....just loved it! She wasn't a big 'fetcher' but she loved playing with any of her toys, by herself, tossing them up high and running and catching them, and tore apart any toy to get to that squeaky...
Sadly, Revi was diagnosed at less than 8 years old with DCM (dilated cardiomyopathy) and succumbed to this heart disease on Monday, June 26, 2017. She leaves behind her sister canine Charlee, brother feline Ozzy and sister feline Lucey, and me, her human momma, with a very broken heart.
Rest in peace my sweet, happy, adorable little girl, Revi. You were a shining light in my life, especially when I needed it most. Gramma's got you now, and many pet siblings before you, and she will take care of you.
August 7, 2009 - June 26, 2017
Revi was my foster dog. Her name at the time was Missy May.
I fostered her from the Austin Humane Society for two months while she was on heartworm treatment.
The day after I took her back to AHS to be put up for adoption, I realized I couldn't let her go and went back and adopted her myself. This precious girl saved my life; as she came to me after I lost my Mother (my best friend). I renamed her Revi, as this is part of my Mother's maiden name, backward. Iversen. Iversen backward is Nesrevi.... so she became Revi, an homage to my dearest Mother.
Revi was a good girl, right from the start; house trained, well mannered, very smart and easily learned anything new I taught her. I was so lucky. Animal and people friendly, she loved being in the middle of it all, around her humans. She was so full of energy, and even at nearly 8 years old, still very puppy like.
She loved the outdoors, going for walks, spending hours running around the backyard trying to catch those crazy squirrels and birds, or sitting and staring down the squirrels just out of her reach, above her head in the trees. I do believe the squirrels were playing with her, taunting her, knowing she could never reach them. But she continued to try....
So many things about this girl were so cute and endearing - she didn't mind being in the rain, or getting a bath because she absolutely loved being towel dried off....just loved it! She wasn't a big 'fetcher' but she loved playing with any of her toys, by herself, tossing them up high and running and catching them, and tore apart any toy to get to that squeaky...
Sadly, Revi was diagnosed at less than 8 years old with DCM (dilated cardiomyopathy) and succumbed to this heart disease on Monday, June 26, 2017. She leaves behind her sister canine Charlee, brother feline Ozzy and sister feline Lucey, and me, her human momma, with a very broken heart.
Rest in peace my sweet, happy, adorable little girl, Revi. You were a shining light in my life, especially when I needed it most. Gramma's got you now, and many pet siblings before you, and she will take care of you.
Max
February 6, 2016 - July 28, 2017
February 6, 2016 - July 28, 2017
Jake Hillman
June 22, 2009 - July 18, 2017
Shayleigh was only 7 when her Grandma Lola's Boxer had puppies. She fell instantly in love...Jake had a heart shaped white patch on his neck that she just knew belonged to her. That love grew as Jake entertained with dancing, putting his huge paws on our shoulders, and with the wiggle of his butt whenever he was excited. With all the joy and fun and memories, he stayed faithful to his "job" of protecting the family and doing so without ever any aggression. Jake was joined by Samson, his Great Dane brother, and the two of them formed a bond as if they were litter mates, always loving and licking and playing together. It was such a joy to be waken by Jake with his little nudges and cute butt wiggling circle runs...sometimes, we pretended to still be asleep just to watch him do his cute wake-up call.
We will miss so many things about Jake. We will miss that cute face, always full of love; that weird way he rubbed his face on his food bowl; the way he played with his rubber chicken; the way he would chase Samson around, get tired, and just wait for Samson to double back, and try again. We will miss holding our little nephews upside down so Jake could lick all over them with love. We'll miss seeing his reaction to any body of water...if it was wet, he was in it and played each time as if it was the first time he discovered the fun of water. We'll miss the way he rubbed his face on everything, beds, couches, carpet, grass, food bowls. We'll even miss the way his drool puddled for pizza crust, the only people food he was allowed. He always waited so patiently, just drooling, because he knew that was his bite. We will miss everything about Jake. He was part of our family, one of the best parts!!
June 22, 2009 - July 18, 2017
Shayleigh was only 7 when her Grandma Lola's Boxer had puppies. She fell instantly in love...Jake had a heart shaped white patch on his neck that she just knew belonged to her. That love grew as Jake entertained with dancing, putting his huge paws on our shoulders, and with the wiggle of his butt whenever he was excited. With all the joy and fun and memories, he stayed faithful to his "job" of protecting the family and doing so without ever any aggression. Jake was joined by Samson, his Great Dane brother, and the two of them formed a bond as if they were litter mates, always loving and licking and playing together. It was such a joy to be waken by Jake with his little nudges and cute butt wiggling circle runs...sometimes, we pretended to still be asleep just to watch him do his cute wake-up call.
We will miss so many things about Jake. We will miss that cute face, always full of love; that weird way he rubbed his face on his food bowl; the way he played with his rubber chicken; the way he would chase Samson around, get tired, and just wait for Samson to double back, and try again. We will miss holding our little nephews upside down so Jake could lick all over them with love. We'll miss seeing his reaction to any body of water...if it was wet, he was in it and played each time as if it was the first time he discovered the fun of water. We'll miss the way he rubbed his face on everything, beds, couches, carpet, grass, food bowls. We'll even miss the way his drool puddled for pizza crust, the only people food he was allowed. He always waited so patiently, just drooling, because he knew that was his bite. We will miss everything about Jake. He was part of our family, one of the best parts!!
Yoda "Bubba"
May 7, 2003 - July 14, 2017
May 7, 2003 - July 14, 2017
Precious Ann Silva
December 10, 2002 - May 21, 2017
Precious was born December 10, 2002 and joined our family when she was 6 months old. She was a special girl who always brought joy to our hearts. She loved to go for walks and rides in the car. She was great to travel with because she would lay in your lap and sleep and be no trouble at all. When we came home from being out she would always great us at the door and be so happy to see us. Precious will always be in our hearts and forever on our minds. She was part of the family for 14 years and can never be replaced. Cross that Rainbow Bridge, baby girl, and be with your brother and sisters...mom and dad will see you on the other side. Love Always, Mom & Dad XOXOXOXOXO
December 10, 2002 - May 21, 2017
Precious was born December 10, 2002 and joined our family when she was 6 months old. She was a special girl who always brought joy to our hearts. She loved to go for walks and rides in the car. She was great to travel with because she would lay in your lap and sleep and be no trouble at all. When we came home from being out she would always great us at the door and be so happy to see us. Precious will always be in our hearts and forever on our minds. She was part of the family for 14 years and can never be replaced. Cross that Rainbow Bridge, baby girl, and be with your brother and sisters...mom and dad will see you on the other side. Love Always, Mom & Dad XOXOXOXOXO
Lucy
July 1998 - May 2017
Nearly 19 years ago, I was leaving the library. It was raining and I barely saw what appeared to be a kitten in the gutter. I grabbed her up and put her in my coat and she became part of my family from that moment on...well, after my grandmother said I could keep her. It was the story everyone hears when a child brings home a pet, begging to keep her.
She was so loving and affectionate, never showing aggression or even frustration. Lucy loved me unconditionally. She understood me. She was smart and intuitive. Every morning, it was our routine for me to be up and downstairs by 8:30; Lucy wanted me up and ready to face the day. Lucy was loving and affectionate to everyone, trusting that I would only bring around good people to me her. Her love for me was relentless...no matter what room I was in, if I called her name, she came running. She trusted me. The first time she experienced snow, she wasn't sure about it and looked back at me for reassurance and once I went into it first, she was happy and secure to follow. She was so smart that sometimes I wondered if she was a human in a cat body. After 19 years, my days are going to be so empty as my constant companion is no longer there, but I am so thankful for the 19 years I was blessed with so much love. She was an incredible friend. Every day was so special with Lucy.
July 1998 - May 2017
Nearly 19 years ago, I was leaving the library. It was raining and I barely saw what appeared to be a kitten in the gutter. I grabbed her up and put her in my coat and she became part of my family from that moment on...well, after my grandmother said I could keep her. It was the story everyone hears when a child brings home a pet, begging to keep her.
She was so loving and affectionate, never showing aggression or even frustration. Lucy loved me unconditionally. She understood me. She was smart and intuitive. Every morning, it was our routine for me to be up and downstairs by 8:30; Lucy wanted me up and ready to face the day. Lucy was loving and affectionate to everyone, trusting that I would only bring around good people to me her. Her love for me was relentless...no matter what room I was in, if I called her name, she came running. She trusted me. The first time she experienced snow, she wasn't sure about it and looked back at me for reassurance and once I went into it first, she was happy and secure to follow. She was so smart that sometimes I wondered if she was a human in a cat body. After 19 years, my days are going to be so empty as my constant companion is no longer there, but I am so thankful for the 19 years I was blessed with so much love. She was an incredible friend. Every day was so special with Lucy.
RIP Tamarind, August 10, 1998- April 29, 2017. Tamarind had a long and happy life, and was my 1st pet when I bought my house in 1998. She only knew this house, so it was appropriate that she took her last breaths here. She was my nightly snuggle buddy, my constant companion, and the life of every party (and there were many!). She saw the beginning of rollerderby and was loved by her derby sisters. On Saturday we had a last romp in the backyard, lots of cuddles, and she went peacefully, on my lap, purring with me and her buddy Jennifer giving her love. Michelle came and picked her up for cremation and she'll join her canine sister, Zella, in fur baby heaven. My heart is broken :-(
Sparky
January 2015 - March 2017
Sparky was my first pet. He was a great friend, super friendly and nice. He was also very fast which means I have a lot of memories of funny times chasing him around my room. I learned how to care for pets through Sparky with my mom's help, of course. My mother even insured that I learned how we care for animals after they pass away. It was sad, but I have a lot of good memories of Sparky. It was really funny how he would squeak at my brother's guinea pig, Pikachu. Thank you, Sparky, for being a good friend. Love, Drew
January 2015 - March 2017
Sparky was my first pet. He was a great friend, super friendly and nice. He was also very fast which means I have a lot of memories of funny times chasing him around my room. I learned how to care for pets through Sparky with my mom's help, of course. My mother even insured that I learned how we care for animals after they pass away. It was sad, but I have a lot of good memories of Sparky. It was really funny how he would squeak at my brother's guinea pig, Pikachu. Thank you, Sparky, for being a good friend. Love, Drew
Bruce
October 25, 2003 - April 6, 2017
A family cousin brought home a boxer puppy, and I fell in love so I went to get one of my own. Bruce was truly a best friend, loyal to a fault, with so many human qualities. He would even appear to be depressed if he felt he wasn't receiving enough attention. He grew up with Jade, our first dog as a couple, and when she passed, Bruce suffered separation anxiety until we adopted him Dexter, his very own cat friend. And on the weekends, he would enjoy playing with my dad's dogs, Phoebe and Zeppelin. He loved to talk with us and sneak into bed to snuggle my wife when he heard the door shut behind me. Bruce was so much a part of the family with hugs every day; support through any sadness; exuberance through all the great life events. Much Love, Bruce! Thank you for being such a great friend!
October 25, 2003 - April 6, 2017
A family cousin brought home a boxer puppy, and I fell in love so I went to get one of my own. Bruce was truly a best friend, loyal to a fault, with so many human qualities. He would even appear to be depressed if he felt he wasn't receiving enough attention. He grew up with Jade, our first dog as a couple, and when she passed, Bruce suffered separation anxiety until we adopted him Dexter, his very own cat friend. And on the weekends, he would enjoy playing with my dad's dogs, Phoebe and Zeppelin. He loved to talk with us and sneak into bed to snuggle my wife when he heard the door shut behind me. Bruce was so much a part of the family with hugs every day; support through any sadness; exuberance through all the great life events. Much Love, Bruce! Thank you for being such a great friend!
|
Toby
October 2004 - December 3, 2016 Toby wasn't born in Texas, but he got here as fast as he could. He moved to Austin from South Philly in June of 2008. He suffered from separation anxiety which was really hard on him, but meant a lot of love and attention for me. I feel so lucky that he loved me so much. He was goofy with a silly smile and personality. He was loved by everyone who met him, but he still made it clear that he was protective of me at all times. One of my favorite memories is swimming with him in the Gulf and road trips to Sulfur, Louisiana. I have so many wonderful memories of Toby and consider him my best friend. I have missed him for months now and will continue to do so forever. Thank you Toby for being such a great dog and such a great friend. |
|
|
|
|
|
Gypsy Lynn Stomberg
March 17, 2003 - January 12, 2017
Gypsy was born March 17, 2003 and joined the family when she was just 3 months old. She belonged to Mario's mom at first and then when she was just about a year old she joined Mario and me in Austin where she lived out the rest of her life. She was a great asset to our family. She loved to sit outside and lie in the sun and take rides in the car. She would walk me to my car when I was going to work and always wanted to get in and go with me. When I would come home she would meet me at the door, tail wagging and jumping around until I acknowledged her. When I was sitting on the couch or lying in the bed she was always be beside me. She would bark at strangers that came to the house until she got to know them and then she would relax and let them touch her. She loved to travel with us when we went out of town. She would ride in the front seat and fall asleep until we got where we were going. Gypsy was one special little girl and will be missed so much. We were heart broken when she crossed that Rainbow Bridge on January 12, 2017 to join her brother, Tigger, and her sister, Baby Boo, but we know she is in a better place and will no longer have to suffer. Robert and Mario
March 17, 2003 - January 12, 2017
Gypsy was born March 17, 2003 and joined the family when she was just 3 months old. She belonged to Mario's mom at first and then when she was just about a year old she joined Mario and me in Austin where she lived out the rest of her life. She was a great asset to our family. She loved to sit outside and lie in the sun and take rides in the car. She would walk me to my car when I was going to work and always wanted to get in and go with me. When I would come home she would meet me at the door, tail wagging and jumping around until I acknowledged her. When I was sitting on the couch or lying in the bed she was always be beside me. She would bark at strangers that came to the house until she got to know them and then she would relax and let them touch her. She loved to travel with us when we went out of town. She would ride in the front seat and fall asleep until we got where we were going. Gypsy was one special little girl and will be missed so much. We were heart broken when she crossed that Rainbow Bridge on January 12, 2017 to join her brother, Tigger, and her sister, Baby Boo, but we know she is in a better place and will no longer have to suffer. Robert and Mario
Tater
July 8, 2005 - January 2, 2017
Tater was 11 and had Congestive Heart Failure, CHF. His heart was too big. He loved with every bit of it. We have been treating his CHF for months. I cannot say enough about how great my vet Dr. Dockery, and the cardiologist Dr. Meier are. I am so grateful they cared for my dog.
Today, I woke up like every day to his sweet face. He was extra super sweet this morning so I snapped some photos. I let him outside and when he came in he was favoring his left front paw and didn't want to eat much. I checked in with him, and couldn't determine the cause, so I made a vet appointment.
After a little rest and snuggles, he hopped off the sofa and got some water and seemed fine. Then, when I was in the shower I heard him cry so I ran out to the living room. He was in the middle of the floor. He couldn't move his back legs and was crawling toward me yowling. I scooped him up and called the emergency vet and then Leslie to go with me. She was there before I got my shoes on.
They were waiting for us at the vet and put him in the oxygen room and gave him an exam. He was having a lot of trouble breathing. They said he has no response in his back legs, he couldn't move them or feel them. They said it could be a herniated disk but it was likely a blood clot from his heart condition. Stray clots are not preventable. Because of the CHF they couldn't even proceed with diagnostics. Also, even if he was diagnosed, he probably couldn't be treated as he is not well enough for surgery and already on a lot of meds. They gently advised me that.. it was time. There was nothing to be done.
I went to him in the oxygen room. He was crying and tried crawling to me the second he saw me. I scooped him up and held him. He leaned against me and stopped crying. I kissed his head and petted him between his eyes and massaged his ears one last time. I held him and pet him as the doctor administered the drugs. He passed away giving my arm one last kiss. I didn't want to let him go.
The staff at Heart of Texas Vet are really amazing and compassionate. They let me stay with him for a while. They were very human and kind.
I am so glad I stayed home over the holidays and spent a ton of time with Tater and Chu. I am so glad I was here when this happened and I didn't come him to find him in pain or afraid. I am devastated but grateful that he didn't suffer and it was quick and clear.
Thank you to Chandra Ward for raising such a sweet little pup and knowing we should be together, and to Mike Flannery for pushing me to take her up on the offer. Thanks to Les Sis for dropping everything and being with me when we most needed a friend and for knowing what to do. I know you were his second favorite human. And thanks to everyone who posted or texted to check in. I really appreciate it. I know if you met him you loved him too.
Tater taught me so much just by being his sweet self. I am so lucky that he was in my everyday. I am a better person because of him. We loved each other so much, it was pretty awesome. I don't think I have ever had so much love. These are some of my favorite photos of him. I don't know if my heart is every gonna heal over this one. Rest in peace, my love. <3
July 8, 2005 - January 2, 2017
Tater was 11 and had Congestive Heart Failure, CHF. His heart was too big. He loved with every bit of it. We have been treating his CHF for months. I cannot say enough about how great my vet Dr. Dockery, and the cardiologist Dr. Meier are. I am so grateful they cared for my dog.
Today, I woke up like every day to his sweet face. He was extra super sweet this morning so I snapped some photos. I let him outside and when he came in he was favoring his left front paw and didn't want to eat much. I checked in with him, and couldn't determine the cause, so I made a vet appointment.
After a little rest and snuggles, he hopped off the sofa and got some water and seemed fine. Then, when I was in the shower I heard him cry so I ran out to the living room. He was in the middle of the floor. He couldn't move his back legs and was crawling toward me yowling. I scooped him up and called the emergency vet and then Leslie to go with me. She was there before I got my shoes on.
They were waiting for us at the vet and put him in the oxygen room and gave him an exam. He was having a lot of trouble breathing. They said he has no response in his back legs, he couldn't move them or feel them. They said it could be a herniated disk but it was likely a blood clot from his heart condition. Stray clots are not preventable. Because of the CHF they couldn't even proceed with diagnostics. Also, even if he was diagnosed, he probably couldn't be treated as he is not well enough for surgery and already on a lot of meds. They gently advised me that.. it was time. There was nothing to be done.
I went to him in the oxygen room. He was crying and tried crawling to me the second he saw me. I scooped him up and held him. He leaned against me and stopped crying. I kissed his head and petted him between his eyes and massaged his ears one last time. I held him and pet him as the doctor administered the drugs. He passed away giving my arm one last kiss. I didn't want to let him go.
The staff at Heart of Texas Vet are really amazing and compassionate. They let me stay with him for a while. They were very human and kind.
I am so glad I stayed home over the holidays and spent a ton of time with Tater and Chu. I am so glad I was here when this happened and I didn't come him to find him in pain or afraid. I am devastated but grateful that he didn't suffer and it was quick and clear.
Thank you to Chandra Ward for raising such a sweet little pup and knowing we should be together, and to Mike Flannery for pushing me to take her up on the offer. Thanks to Les Sis for dropping everything and being with me when we most needed a friend and for knowing what to do. I know you were his second favorite human. And thanks to everyone who posted or texted to check in. I really appreciate it. I know if you met him you loved him too.
Tater taught me so much just by being his sweet self. I am so lucky that he was in my everyday. I am a better person because of him. We loved each other so much, it was pretty awesome. I don't think I have ever had so much love. These are some of my favorite photos of him. I don't know if my heart is every gonna heal over this one. Rest in peace, my love. <3
Emerald "Emmy" Jessup
1999 - 2016
I unintentionally adopted Emmy from a mobile adoption van at the Dell Diamond in October 2001. Emmy passed away on November 14, 2016. Emmy was an amazing part of our family for 15 years. She was always so excited for the children to get home from school...she was very chatty with a big vocabulary and would chatter at them all about her day. She was so friendly and loving, behaving more like many think of a dog. It took her a while to cozy up to her baby brother, Cheerio, adopted in October 2013, but eventually they became friends. She was constantly headbutting her family, claiming all of us as her family, and insisted on cuddling, whether you wanted to or not. Her cuddly and talkative nature was what made her and I very close. It was fun to have "conversations" with her, we could do it for hours and just snuggle. I will miss our conversations and snuggles forever! Melanie
1999 - 2016
I unintentionally adopted Emmy from a mobile adoption van at the Dell Diamond in October 2001. Emmy passed away on November 14, 2016. Emmy was an amazing part of our family for 15 years. She was always so excited for the children to get home from school...she was very chatty with a big vocabulary and would chatter at them all about her day. She was so friendly and loving, behaving more like many think of a dog. It took her a while to cozy up to her baby brother, Cheerio, adopted in October 2013, but eventually they became friends. She was constantly headbutting her family, claiming all of us as her family, and insisted on cuddling, whether you wanted to or not. Her cuddly and talkative nature was what made her and I very close. It was fun to have "conversations" with her, we could do it for hours and just snuggle. I will miss our conversations and snuggles forever! Melanie
|
Hailee Chen
February 14, 2000 - November 4, 2016 "Hailee was always a sweet girl who loved to eat and enjoyed a nice belly rub. She was adored by many and will be dearly missed. Keep barking at strangers and chase me some butterflies in doggie heaven." -Grace "16 wonderful years, but still far too short for such a sweet pup. I will miss you Hailee, my sweet girl." -Daniel |
|
Muffinheart
August 10, 2012 - August 30, 2016
One of the hardest things to do is say goodbye to your favorite little coffee buddy. My sweet boy Muffinheart died in my arms last Tuesday. I held him and kissed him as he took his last breath. And I saw clearly that he left his little furry body, but he did not ever really "leave" me. Since that sad day, my bodhi-squirrel has been communicating many words of wisdom to me.
Muffin pointed out that in our lives we have many, many relationships... with men, women, animals, the trees and plants, our work, our passions, etc. He showed me that when any of these relationships end, we experience a kind of death. But regardless of what ends, "we" are still very present and intact.
Everything we can see outside of us comes and goes.
Muffin explained that who/what we are NEVER comes and goes. It is ALWAYS here.
And then he asked me,
"Do you know what "that" is? What is it that you are?"
And he answered his own question:
You are LOVE. We squirrels call it
"Squirreluminosity".
He continued... "Humans have words for everything which makes it harder for them to accept change. We squirrels just go from one situation to another, but we never label anything. For example when you shed tears because I am not sitting with you in the morning time, you label your feelings. You say you are "sad" or that you are experiencing "grief". We squirrels don't use such words.
In fact, we squirrels call everything by the same name.
We would say what you are feeling is LOVE.
We are, squirrels and humans alike, part of the ONE SQUIRRELUMINOSITY. In your words, you would say it is the great Space of Love that pervades absolutely everything. When our dear teacher Ramana Maharshi was dying, his students said to him,
"Master, please don't leave us".
And he replied, "But where would I go?"
You see, there is nowhere to go to... because all is the "space of love".
The best advice I can give you is to stop describing everything with words and just allow your feelings to come and go. Just let yourself feel them. After a beloved one's death, the feelings you have may be very intense, but they will not "kill" you. I promise. Actually, if you just embrace what you are feeling you will dissolve into pure love. And you will experience a most exquisite nectar... the taste of bliss. And what could be better than that?
August 10, 2012 - August 30, 2016
One of the hardest things to do is say goodbye to your favorite little coffee buddy. My sweet boy Muffinheart died in my arms last Tuesday. I held him and kissed him as he took his last breath. And I saw clearly that he left his little furry body, but he did not ever really "leave" me. Since that sad day, my bodhi-squirrel has been communicating many words of wisdom to me.
Muffin pointed out that in our lives we have many, many relationships... with men, women, animals, the trees and plants, our work, our passions, etc. He showed me that when any of these relationships end, we experience a kind of death. But regardless of what ends, "we" are still very present and intact.
Everything we can see outside of us comes and goes.
Muffin explained that who/what we are NEVER comes and goes. It is ALWAYS here.
And then he asked me,
"Do you know what "that" is? What is it that you are?"
And he answered his own question:
You are LOVE. We squirrels call it
"Squirreluminosity".
He continued... "Humans have words for everything which makes it harder for them to accept change. We squirrels just go from one situation to another, but we never label anything. For example when you shed tears because I am not sitting with you in the morning time, you label your feelings. You say you are "sad" or that you are experiencing "grief". We squirrels don't use such words.
In fact, we squirrels call everything by the same name.
We would say what you are feeling is LOVE.
We are, squirrels and humans alike, part of the ONE SQUIRRELUMINOSITY. In your words, you would say it is the great Space of Love that pervades absolutely everything. When our dear teacher Ramana Maharshi was dying, his students said to him,
"Master, please don't leave us".
And he replied, "But where would I go?"
You see, there is nowhere to go to... because all is the "space of love".
The best advice I can give you is to stop describing everything with words and just allow your feelings to come and go. Just let yourself feel them. After a beloved one's death, the feelings you have may be very intense, but they will not "kill" you. I promise. Actually, if you just embrace what you are feeling you will dissolve into pure love. And you will experience a most exquisite nectar... the taste of bliss. And what could be better than that?
|
|
Molly Rae
December 1998 - September 20, 2016
December 1998 - September 20, 2016
Rex
October 2007 - September 2016
October 2007 - September 2016
Wallace
Oct 25,2000 - Aug 28,2016
Christina: Our first baby has left us to join the cosmic world. He's running free where no one will catch him. This gentle creature has taught us how to love more deeply and he's always been by our side regardless of the situation. Our protector, friend always faithful and true.
It’s amazing how fast time has gone and how life and lives change and things mature, but one thing that stayed the same was Wallace.
In the past few months, Wallace was having a hard time walking and getting around not uncommon for a 16-year old senior gentleman.
Yesterday was a beautiful day for him. We took Wallace for his last ride, he glanced around and smelled all the things of this world he was leaving. It’s like he was taking it in one last time and saying goodbye.
We all lived a lifetime with Wallace. It was only too short. And we are lucky, we are filled not only with sorrow but also with love and with happiness for having shared time with a remarkable animal. He will always be pure joy and happiness.
Bobby: It was with a heavy and completely broken heart that I laid my best friend to rest yesterday. Wallace was the best dog I could have ever asked for. Loyal and loving with an endless amount of energy. He was by my side through every up and down over the past 16 years but age and pain from playing so hard his entire life finally got the best of him. We enjoyed our last day together doing his favorite things, riding in the truck, eating snacks and sharing love. The final goodbye came at his favorite spot outside on the deck with great weather and his loving family surrounding him. He will be sorely missed.
I am a better man having spent so many years with him and will not be the same without him.
Oct 25,2000 - Aug 28,2016
Christina: Our first baby has left us to join the cosmic world. He's running free where no one will catch him. This gentle creature has taught us how to love more deeply and he's always been by our side regardless of the situation. Our protector, friend always faithful and true.
It’s amazing how fast time has gone and how life and lives change and things mature, but one thing that stayed the same was Wallace.
In the past few months, Wallace was having a hard time walking and getting around not uncommon for a 16-year old senior gentleman.
Yesterday was a beautiful day for him. We took Wallace for his last ride, he glanced around and smelled all the things of this world he was leaving. It’s like he was taking it in one last time and saying goodbye.
We all lived a lifetime with Wallace. It was only too short. And we are lucky, we are filled not only with sorrow but also with love and with happiness for having shared time with a remarkable animal. He will always be pure joy and happiness.
Bobby: It was with a heavy and completely broken heart that I laid my best friend to rest yesterday. Wallace was the best dog I could have ever asked for. Loyal and loving with an endless amount of energy. He was by my side through every up and down over the past 16 years but age and pain from playing so hard his entire life finally got the best of him. We enjoyed our last day together doing his favorite things, riding in the truck, eating snacks and sharing love. The final goodbye came at his favorite spot outside on the deck with great weather and his loving family surrounding him. He will be sorely missed.
I am a better man having spent so many years with him and will not be the same without him.
Timmy
2009 - 2016
Timmy was my neighbors dog. My neighbor visited often with Timmy and one day Timmy just decided to stay. He was sweet, protective, attentive and ever a gentleman. Timmy was in love with Cookie and even if he needed out, he would wait until Cookie also wanted out. Words can't express how much Timmy loved Cookie. He also loved his family...he chose us. His loved showed in how attentive he was, listening intently to our words and trying to understand them; protecting us, insuring no other dog got too close. He was sweet, loving, and affectionate with all of us. He was funny in how he didn't want anyone to touch his paws...anywhere was okay, especially is lower back, but not is paws. We will miss watching him with Cookie; they were like husband and wife. He was always so attentive to her needs and try to stay close to her at all times. Where one was or where one was going, you could always find the other. They reminded us how much like humans they are with love and affection. Timmy showed us how we should treat the people we love and care about. You will always be missed, Timmy!
2009 - 2016
Timmy was my neighbors dog. My neighbor visited often with Timmy and one day Timmy just decided to stay. He was sweet, protective, attentive and ever a gentleman. Timmy was in love with Cookie and even if he needed out, he would wait until Cookie also wanted out. Words can't express how much Timmy loved Cookie. He also loved his family...he chose us. His loved showed in how attentive he was, listening intently to our words and trying to understand them; protecting us, insuring no other dog got too close. He was sweet, loving, and affectionate with all of us. He was funny in how he didn't want anyone to touch his paws...anywhere was okay, especially is lower back, but not is paws. We will miss watching him with Cookie; they were like husband and wife. He was always so attentive to her needs and try to stay close to her at all times. Where one was or where one was going, you could always find the other. They reminded us how much like humans they are with love and affection. Timmy showed us how we should treat the people we love and care about. You will always be missed, Timmy!
Molly
2004 - 2016
I became the guardian of my pet through a work colleague. They had rescued Molly from abusive owners that had abandoned her after having pups. They gave her food and medical care and found me to provide a loving home for her. The day I picked her up was the day I fell in love forever....her puppy playfulness all the way up to the end, Her ability to always make us feel better after a bad day, and her easy going nature that allowed us to take her anywhere. She was a perfect family member.
Molly loved being around people, but had an interesting love for our 7 month old daughter McKinley. Battling jealousy and attention, Molly always made her presence known when McKinley was in the same room. Molly was always gentle and kind to McKinley even when she was hitting and pulling on her face and tail. A special sisterhood bond. Molly's relationship with my husband, Ian, was very special. She loved being close to him and following his rules. He used to treat Molly with steak and chicken after our dinners, and Molly would wait patiently for his love and attention. Her relationship with me, Elaine, was the most special because she had lived with me for 9 years. She would always follow me around, and she loved snuggling up in bed and on the couch. A special bond with a special dog.
The thing I will miss most about Molly is her beautiful face. She had the sweetest eyes and cutest whiskers. I loved when her ears would perk up, it made her look like a puppy again.
Molly got me through my twenties. There are so many special memories. Her life was full circle as I got her in Houston, we moved to California for 8 years, and now just finished her life back in Austin, TX. Her ability to adapt over 9 years, 8 moves, a marriage, pregnancy and a baby showed her resiliency until the very end. We will miss her greatly.
2004 - 2016
I became the guardian of my pet through a work colleague. They had rescued Molly from abusive owners that had abandoned her after having pups. They gave her food and medical care and found me to provide a loving home for her. The day I picked her up was the day I fell in love forever....her puppy playfulness all the way up to the end, Her ability to always make us feel better after a bad day, and her easy going nature that allowed us to take her anywhere. She was a perfect family member.
Molly loved being around people, but had an interesting love for our 7 month old daughter McKinley. Battling jealousy and attention, Molly always made her presence known when McKinley was in the same room. Molly was always gentle and kind to McKinley even when she was hitting and pulling on her face and tail. A special sisterhood bond. Molly's relationship with my husband, Ian, was very special. She loved being close to him and following his rules. He used to treat Molly with steak and chicken after our dinners, and Molly would wait patiently for his love and attention. Her relationship with me, Elaine, was the most special because she had lived with me for 9 years. She would always follow me around, and she loved snuggling up in bed and on the couch. A special bond with a special dog.
The thing I will miss most about Molly is her beautiful face. She had the sweetest eyes and cutest whiskers. I loved when her ears would perk up, it made her look like a puppy again.
Molly got me through my twenties. There are so many special memories. Her life was full circle as I got her in Houston, we moved to California for 8 years, and now just finished her life back in Austin, TX. Her ability to adapt over 9 years, 8 moves, a marriage, pregnancy and a baby showed her resiliency until the very end. We will miss her greatly.
Yogi
January 2001 - June 2016
Mission Pet Memorials is sad to announce that we have lost our treasured representative. Yogi was a rescue...he had made the rounds of various pet rescue organizations in Austin. He was a long time member of the Hard Luck Hounds at the Austin Animal Center. Although we hate that it took so long for him to find a Forever Home, our family was so blessed that he did, so we could find him. We loved him from the moment we walked him at the shelter. Many thought his name came from Yogi the Bear, but he was actually given that name by the animal center staff because he was so zen, like a yoga guru. We could take Yogi anywhere, no matter how many people, how much noise, or how many or what type of animals were about, he was just amazingly relaxed and unfazed. He lived on the East side with Michelle, funeral director and pet loss specialist, and her family. Many in the neighborhood knew him and loved him...he was recognized often on his walks. He was a prince of a fella, and we will miss him greatly. He loved cats...so much so that we adopted him his own pet kitten. He also loved boats which made us believe that at one time, his guardian did a lot of fishing...every time he saw a boat, he wanted in it so bad. Because he was such a beautiful dog, well-behaved, and trained, we like to believe that once in his life, he was loved and treasured very much and perhaps his original guardian passed away and that's how Yogi ended up being a Hard Luck Hound. He was just a really great dog, and we were blessed that he loved us for a little while! Rest in Peace, Yogi, you were the Good Boy! Michelle, Cati, Calvin, Colton
January 2001 - June 2016
Mission Pet Memorials is sad to announce that we have lost our treasured representative. Yogi was a rescue...he had made the rounds of various pet rescue organizations in Austin. He was a long time member of the Hard Luck Hounds at the Austin Animal Center. Although we hate that it took so long for him to find a Forever Home, our family was so blessed that he did, so we could find him. We loved him from the moment we walked him at the shelter. Many thought his name came from Yogi the Bear, but he was actually given that name by the animal center staff because he was so zen, like a yoga guru. We could take Yogi anywhere, no matter how many people, how much noise, or how many or what type of animals were about, he was just amazingly relaxed and unfazed. He lived on the East side with Michelle, funeral director and pet loss specialist, and her family. Many in the neighborhood knew him and loved him...he was recognized often on his walks. He was a prince of a fella, and we will miss him greatly. He loved cats...so much so that we adopted him his own pet kitten. He also loved boats which made us believe that at one time, his guardian did a lot of fishing...every time he saw a boat, he wanted in it so bad. Because he was such a beautiful dog, well-behaved, and trained, we like to believe that once in his life, he was loved and treasured very much and perhaps his original guardian passed away and that's how Yogi ended up being a Hard Luck Hound. He was just a really great dog, and we were blessed that he loved us for a little while! Rest in Peace, Yogi, you were the Good Boy! Michelle, Cati, Calvin, Colton
Blue
December 12, 2012 - July 2, 2016
I was entrusted with his care when he was 5 weeks old and instantly there was a bond between the two of us. He was so caring and loving towards me and protective which made me feel safe. He loved our family, his brothers Bolo and Brutus, Daddy and his four human siblings...although, he did prefer they not sit too terrible close to me. There are too many things that I will miss about him to mention, but I think I will most miss those warm brown eyes that always looked at me with such love and care. I'll miss leaving the door to the restroom cracked just a little so he could "sneak" in and be with me and our long walks before he became ill. I would let him off the lead and he'd get a bit ahead and I'd ask if he was leaving me...he'd race back, give me affection, and then return to walking. I will miss him so much, every day forever.
December 12, 2012 - July 2, 2016
I was entrusted with his care when he was 5 weeks old and instantly there was a bond between the two of us. He was so caring and loving towards me and protective which made me feel safe. He loved our family, his brothers Bolo and Brutus, Daddy and his four human siblings...although, he did prefer they not sit too terrible close to me. There are too many things that I will miss about him to mention, but I think I will most miss those warm brown eyes that always looked at me with such love and care. I'll miss leaving the door to the restroom cracked just a little so he could "sneak" in and be with me and our long walks before he became ill. I would let him off the lead and he'd get a bit ahead and I'd ask if he was leaving me...he'd race back, give me affection, and then return to walking. I will miss him so much, every day forever.
|
Adell
July 28, 2007 - June 29, 2016 |
Layla
2006 - June 25, 2016
Layla was a pup when we first got her and she was a great family dog and had a kind heart to everyone and was very loving. She was always a happy pup and full of energy. She love to run away with the ball in her mouth and for us to run after her, Very playful and we will all miss coming home to her everyday.
2006 - June 25, 2016
Layla was a pup when we first got her and she was a great family dog and had a kind heart to everyone and was very loving. She was always a happy pup and full of energy. She love to run away with the ball in her mouth and for us to run after her, Very playful and we will all miss coming home to her everyday.
Ms. BB
May 2005 - May 2016
BB was born in my home 11 years ago, and I was blessed to have her as a friend from her first breath to her last. She was so gentle and loving...always seemed to sense when I was down and seemed to just know how to make me happy again. She loved to say Good Morning and prod me to take her for her morning walk. I will truly forever miss the happiness she brought into my life every day. We're soulmates.
May 2005 - May 2016
BB was born in my home 11 years ago, and I was blessed to have her as a friend from her first breath to her last. She was so gentle and loving...always seemed to sense when I was down and seemed to just know how to make me happy again. She loved to say Good Morning and prod me to take her for her morning walk. I will truly forever miss the happiness she brought into my life every day. We're soulmates.
|
Peanut
February 2013 - April 23, 2016 There were many hamsters at the pet store, but for Peanut, it was love at first sight with me as if there were no others. He was fluffy, kind, and loving. He was so fun to watch on his wheel, eat his treats, and making videos. We will miss his sweet spirit so much. |
Baby Boo Stomberg
Part of the Family 2008 - April 6, 2016
Baby became a part of our family in 2008 as a rescue. She quickly took over our hearts. She loved to cuddle with daddy, never missed anyone snooping around the house, and she was inspiring as she was so tiny and yet so big. She enjoyed her other three "sisters" who also miss her very much and wonder where she is. When I was home, she was wherever I was, and was always to first to greet me when I arrived home. She loved spending time in the kitchen watching Mario cook...she would turn her head this way and that as she observed him and bark to get his attention when she was pretty sure he was at a point where she should "test" his cooking. She will be missed so dearly.
Part of the Family 2008 - April 6, 2016
Baby became a part of our family in 2008 as a rescue. She quickly took over our hearts. She loved to cuddle with daddy, never missed anyone snooping around the house, and she was inspiring as she was so tiny and yet so big. She enjoyed her other three "sisters" who also miss her very much and wonder where she is. When I was home, she was wherever I was, and was always to first to greet me when I arrived home. She loved spending time in the kitchen watching Mario cook...she would turn her head this way and that as she observed him and bark to get his attention when she was pretty sure he was at a point where she should "test" his cooking. She will be missed so dearly.
Juni Ornelas
November 2002 - March 2016
November 2002 - March 2016
Bear Park
March 23, 2003 - February 27, 2016
March 23, 2003 - February 27, 2016
Otis Redding Garcia
April 15, 2005 - February 4, 2016
Today was my first sunrise in almost 11 years without my son, Otis Redding Garcia. My precious Otis unexpectedly passed away yesterday afternoon. The pain from losing him hurts so much and the reality that he is gone has broken my heart. All of these years I did the best I could to show him unconditional love, protect him from harm, and be the best Mom I could be. Now that he is gone, I have realized that God created my little boy to take care of me. He was my rock who never left my side. He showered me with love and filled my life with joy and happiness. Otis never allowed the depths of loneliness to penetrate my heart. He was my loyal friend who helped me grow and rebuild when I thought I was broken. Now, I will learn to fall asleep without him and always wake up wishing he was near me. My little boy will live in my thoughts and his memory will continue to fill my heart. I am blessed
that God allowed me to be his Mom, and I pray I filled his heart with as much love as he filled mine. I love you Otis Redding Garcia. I can't wait till the day I get to kiss your beautiful little forehead and hold you in my arms again. Until then, please come visit me while I'm sleeping. Love, Mom.
April 15, 2005 - February 4, 2016
Today was my first sunrise in almost 11 years without my son, Otis Redding Garcia. My precious Otis unexpectedly passed away yesterday afternoon. The pain from losing him hurts so much and the reality that he is gone has broken my heart. All of these years I did the best I could to show him unconditional love, protect him from harm, and be the best Mom I could be. Now that he is gone, I have realized that God created my little boy to take care of me. He was my rock who never left my side. He showered me with love and filled my life with joy and happiness. Otis never allowed the depths of loneliness to penetrate my heart. He was my loyal friend who helped me grow and rebuild when I thought I was broken. Now, I will learn to fall asleep without him and always wake up wishing he was near me. My little boy will live in my thoughts and his memory will continue to fill my heart. I am blessed
that God allowed me to be his Mom, and I pray I filled his heart with as much love as he filled mine. I love you Otis Redding Garcia. I can't wait till the day I get to kiss your beautiful little forehead and hold you in my arms again. Until then, please come visit me while I'm sleeping. Love, Mom.
Cassie Girl
February 13, 2003 - February 2, 2016
Cassie was so loving and so protective of my husband and me…and our family. She made us feel safe and secure. Cassie was three when she became a part of our family. I was babysitting and the family was looking for a home for her. Knowing that my daughter always wanted us to have a dog, we decided to bring Cassie into our family. She was a perfect fit. She adored my grandchildren and they adored her…she was very active and would play with them for hours.
Every day I would brush her hair and she would just sit and stare at me if I ever forgot. I could see in her eyes that she was trying to remind me that I had forgotten something really important. She kept me company by coming to my side whenever I sat down. One of my favorite times with her was mowing the yard. She would wait patiently for me to finish mowing and then we would curl up together outside and take a nap together. Summer will be her soon, and it is going to be very hard for me to mow the grass without her.
Cassie Girl, thank you for all your love and companionship. Thank you for protecting our home and family. Thank you for keeping us company. And thank you for being the best dog our family could ask for.
February 13, 2003 - February 2, 2016
Cassie was so loving and so protective of my husband and me…and our family. She made us feel safe and secure. Cassie was three when she became a part of our family. I was babysitting and the family was looking for a home for her. Knowing that my daughter always wanted us to have a dog, we decided to bring Cassie into our family. She was a perfect fit. She adored my grandchildren and they adored her…she was very active and would play with them for hours.
Every day I would brush her hair and she would just sit and stare at me if I ever forgot. I could see in her eyes that she was trying to remind me that I had forgotten something really important. She kept me company by coming to my side whenever I sat down. One of my favorite times with her was mowing the yard. She would wait patiently for me to finish mowing and then we would curl up together outside and take a nap together. Summer will be her soon, and it is going to be very hard for me to mow the grass without her.
Cassie Girl, thank you for all your love and companionship. Thank you for protecting our home and family. Thank you for keeping us company. And thank you for being the best dog our family could ask for.
Commander Nut
February 9, 2012 - January 19, 2016
Mr.Nut had his own blog: www.MrNutSpeaks.com and his own website: www.SatsangWithMrNut.com
He is famous for his amazing wisdom and ability to help people recover a peaceful heart.
He was found as an orphaned baby squirrel in the cold wet Feb of 2012 and brought to me by the woman who found him and his siblings. His two brothers were released in time, but MrNut was kept inside as he showed signs of a possible brain injury. As he grew, it was evident that he was here only to teach love. He was docile and calm and allowed anyone and everyone to pet him and love on him. Anyone who met him fell in love with him. He visited the children at the Integrity Academy, the postal workers at 78704 Post Office, and the Central Market bakers who made his birthday cakes. People came from as far away as Japan to meet him in person. Friends reported having visits from him during their dreamtime and those with illnesses reported being visited by him and feeling lighter and happier because of him. He was known worldwide as a Squirrel Buddha and would answer people's questions about the nature of reality.
After his third birthday, he began to really slow down and put on more weight. After even a small amount of exercise, he would sleep for hours. Then in his last week, he showed signs that in fact he had been suffering from Congestive Heart Disease. He quietly passed on my 60th birthday, the most beautiful gift of love from my Dearest Heart. He wanted me to celebrate his freedom with him. He would have turned 4 on Feb. 9, 2016. After his death, he was promoted to Admiral as he continues his mission off-planet.
You tube videos;
As a child: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgydP_mwqwg
At his last birthday: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJoYNzzKU1c
Outside: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMECujg23CU
Rose Petal Ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bctnhNJ4BCU
Song of Tribute: My Little Man: https://soundcloud.com/juliegallagher/my-little-man
February 9, 2012 - January 19, 2016
Mr.Nut had his own blog: www.MrNutSpeaks.com and his own website: www.SatsangWithMrNut.com
He is famous for his amazing wisdom and ability to help people recover a peaceful heart.
He was found as an orphaned baby squirrel in the cold wet Feb of 2012 and brought to me by the woman who found him and his siblings. His two brothers were released in time, but MrNut was kept inside as he showed signs of a possible brain injury. As he grew, it was evident that he was here only to teach love. He was docile and calm and allowed anyone and everyone to pet him and love on him. Anyone who met him fell in love with him. He visited the children at the Integrity Academy, the postal workers at 78704 Post Office, and the Central Market bakers who made his birthday cakes. People came from as far away as Japan to meet him in person. Friends reported having visits from him during their dreamtime and those with illnesses reported being visited by him and feeling lighter and happier because of him. He was known worldwide as a Squirrel Buddha and would answer people's questions about the nature of reality.
After his third birthday, he began to really slow down and put on more weight. After even a small amount of exercise, he would sleep for hours. Then in his last week, he showed signs that in fact he had been suffering from Congestive Heart Disease. He quietly passed on my 60th birthday, the most beautiful gift of love from my Dearest Heart. He wanted me to celebrate his freedom with him. He would have turned 4 on Feb. 9, 2016. After his death, he was promoted to Admiral as he continues his mission off-planet.
You tube videos;
As a child: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgydP_mwqwg
At his last birthday: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJoYNzzKU1c
Outside: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMECujg23CU
Rose Petal Ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bctnhNJ4BCU
Song of Tribute: My Little Man: https://soundcloud.com/juliegallagher/my-little-man
Mouse
June 4, 2002 - January 5, 2016
“Live in the Sunshine, Swim the Sea, and Breathe the Wild Air. “ - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Mouse is my sunshine, he swam the sea, and he showed me how to breathe the wild air.
When I watched the movie, Inside Out, I fell in love with Bing Bong, the imaginary elephant-cat-dolphin-raccoon friend. Bing Bong was a source of happiness, creativity, and companionship much like Mouse is my confidant, supporter, and rock. Our last Halloween together, Mouse was Bing Bong, and I was Joy.
The symbolism of these characters ran deep. Mouse and I shared a special tune, and we danced to the same beat. In taking me on a performance dog journey, he's been the catalyst for many mentors and friends that I've held near and dear to my heart.
Mouse was a ham that was always up for adventure. From participating in festivals to being on the news spotlight, he always had a huge grin on his face. He conducted a train, surfed in the Gulf, rode in the StarFlight emergency helicopter, and commanded a vehicle around the Circuit of the Americas race track. It was a golf cart, but nonetheless, he rode around a Formula 1 track. At home, Mouse was our resident mentor welcoming foster dogs and raising many puppies. His job was to show them the ropes of how to be a good dog.
Mouse's formal vitae boasts many things, like the first water rescue Swissy in the world. He's been the ambassador for Keep Austin Dog Friendly since 2002, and he's raised small fortunes for rescue groups through public education and publicity activities.
Throughout his performance career, he earned many nicknames. “Rocket Dog” for how fast he swam during water rescue. “Indy 500” for how fast he ran during a draft test surpassing the stewards during a freight haul. He didn’t earn a name from the judges for frolicking around the ring with a piece of sheep wool he found during the nationals in cart, but it would have been something like “Spirited Independence.” Mouse was a tireless worker with determination strong like an ox, soul forgiving like a saint, and love for others that was ferocious like a lion.
After retiring from his competitive career, Mouse’s new raison d'etre had him sporting an animal assisted therapy dog vest. He adopted many children throughout the years, took many walks with the elderly, won his fair share of senior bingo nights, and napped with patients in intensive care. He was like a mystic healer, lifting spirits, and conjuring smiles.
These experiences humbled me in a different way than the way he humbled me in the performance arena. On his hospital visits, his infectious grin would light up rooms and give hope to families. He would leave smiles on faces in his wake. Some visits were emotionally rough for me, but watching his presence spark brain activity in previously unresponsive patients made all the hard moments disappear. I’m very grateful to be a part of Mouse’s therapy team.
Mouse lived 13 years, 7 months, and 1 day pursuing his ikigai, and he pursued it like a torrid love affair. This is the story of Mouse’s life, and it is an incredible chapter in mine.
See you on the other side, dear friend. You didn’t break my heart. You filled it.
June 4, 2002 - January 5, 2016
“Live in the Sunshine, Swim the Sea, and Breathe the Wild Air. “ - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Mouse is my sunshine, he swam the sea, and he showed me how to breathe the wild air.
When I watched the movie, Inside Out, I fell in love with Bing Bong, the imaginary elephant-cat-dolphin-raccoon friend. Bing Bong was a source of happiness, creativity, and companionship much like Mouse is my confidant, supporter, and rock. Our last Halloween together, Mouse was Bing Bong, and I was Joy.
The symbolism of these characters ran deep. Mouse and I shared a special tune, and we danced to the same beat. In taking me on a performance dog journey, he's been the catalyst for many mentors and friends that I've held near and dear to my heart.
Mouse was a ham that was always up for adventure. From participating in festivals to being on the news spotlight, he always had a huge grin on his face. He conducted a train, surfed in the Gulf, rode in the StarFlight emergency helicopter, and commanded a vehicle around the Circuit of the Americas race track. It was a golf cart, but nonetheless, he rode around a Formula 1 track. At home, Mouse was our resident mentor welcoming foster dogs and raising many puppies. His job was to show them the ropes of how to be a good dog.
Mouse's formal vitae boasts many things, like the first water rescue Swissy in the world. He's been the ambassador for Keep Austin Dog Friendly since 2002, and he's raised small fortunes for rescue groups through public education and publicity activities.
Throughout his performance career, he earned many nicknames. “Rocket Dog” for how fast he swam during water rescue. “Indy 500” for how fast he ran during a draft test surpassing the stewards during a freight haul. He didn’t earn a name from the judges for frolicking around the ring with a piece of sheep wool he found during the nationals in cart, but it would have been something like “Spirited Independence.” Mouse was a tireless worker with determination strong like an ox, soul forgiving like a saint, and love for others that was ferocious like a lion.
After retiring from his competitive career, Mouse’s new raison d'etre had him sporting an animal assisted therapy dog vest. He adopted many children throughout the years, took many walks with the elderly, won his fair share of senior bingo nights, and napped with patients in intensive care. He was like a mystic healer, lifting spirits, and conjuring smiles.
These experiences humbled me in a different way than the way he humbled me in the performance arena. On his hospital visits, his infectious grin would light up rooms and give hope to families. He would leave smiles on faces in his wake. Some visits were emotionally rough for me, but watching his presence spark brain activity in previously unresponsive patients made all the hard moments disappear. I’m very grateful to be a part of Mouse’s therapy team.
Mouse lived 13 years, 7 months, and 1 day pursuing his ikigai, and he pursued it like a torrid love affair. This is the story of Mouse’s life, and it is an incredible chapter in mine.
See you on the other side, dear friend. You didn’t break my heart. You filled it.
Ace Boogie Scott
September 9, 2014 - January 13, 2016
My son came home to stay with us in May 2015 and brought Ace Boogie with him...instantly he became "my" dog. He was hyper, lovable, funny, a good protector of my son; all bark and no bite though. He became my alarm clock, knowing that we get up at 6:30, eat and walk. He didn't understand weekends or days off, no sleeping in, 6:30 was 6:30, we walk and we eat. Although I claim him, he also loved and adored my son and husband. Ace was so excited when either of them came through the door, greeting them excitedly, desperately trying to kiss my husband. Although he alerted us to anyone at the door, as soon as the person was in the door, it was instant friendship.
I will miss coming home to his sweet face, walking him every day and making his breakfast. He truly was the highlight of my day. I will even miss the sad face he made when I said, "MawMaw" got to go to work! I will miss seeing him stand in the window and bark with such excitement when he sees me, my son, or my husband arrive home. I will miss the best hugs, cuddles, and kisses. I'll miss how he would go stiff when it was time to get off the couch and kennel up...it was so funny and I couldn't help but laugh as I would drag him, stiff to his bed. We will also miss him in our own special way and for our own personal relationship with him, from snuggles to how proud he'd sit during a car ride.
The Scott Family
September 9, 2014 - January 13, 2016
My son came home to stay with us in May 2015 and brought Ace Boogie with him...instantly he became "my" dog. He was hyper, lovable, funny, a good protector of my son; all bark and no bite though. He became my alarm clock, knowing that we get up at 6:30, eat and walk. He didn't understand weekends or days off, no sleeping in, 6:30 was 6:30, we walk and we eat. Although I claim him, he also loved and adored my son and husband. Ace was so excited when either of them came through the door, greeting them excitedly, desperately trying to kiss my husband. Although he alerted us to anyone at the door, as soon as the person was in the door, it was instant friendship.
I will miss coming home to his sweet face, walking him every day and making his breakfast. He truly was the highlight of my day. I will even miss the sad face he made when I said, "MawMaw" got to go to work! I will miss seeing him stand in the window and bark with such excitement when he sees me, my son, or my husband arrive home. I will miss the best hugs, cuddles, and kisses. I'll miss how he would go stiff when it was time to get off the couch and kennel up...it was so funny and I couldn't help but laugh as I would drag him, stiff to his bed. We will also miss him in our own special way and for our own personal relationship with him, from snuggles to how proud he'd sit during a car ride.
The Scott Family
Rusty
December 11, 2015
“I’ve never known something so different and so special….that brought so much joy and laughter into my life.
Rusty was so clever, he taught me new games to play. He was so funny, I laughed at his antics until I cried, and I marveled at his amazing intelligence.
Although I’m terribly sad that he is gone….my heart will always smile when I think of his wonderful zeal for life and fun. “
December 11, 2015
“I’ve never known something so different and so special….that brought so much joy and laughter into my life.
Rusty was so clever, he taught me new games to play. He was so funny, I laughed at his antics until I cried, and I marveled at his amazing intelligence.
Although I’m terribly sad that he is gone….my heart will always smile when I think of his wonderful zeal for life and fun. “
Doom
1997 – 2015
Doom was actually our neighbor’s cat who enjoyed our home as well as his own. He was lucky to have to families, and we were lucky to have him. We loved how he greeted us every day after work and made himself a part of our family. When we asked our neighbor if we could adopt him, we were thrilled when she said, “Yes, Doom has already made the decision of where he wants to be,” so I guess you could say that Doom adopted us. There were many unique aspects to Doom from his intense look to being polydactyl. He was faithful and loyal; a laid back amazing soul who loved people, other cats, and even dogs. He was a great brother to two other cats and two Chihuahuas with Otis being his favorite snuggle buddy. Both of them enjoyed snuggling together with me. I will really miss those snuggles. Lounging on top of each of us was one of his favorite activities.
He was funny about his morning ritual of wet food. If we were out of wet food, he would meow and walk around jumping on and off of furniture in search of it. It could not possibly be that there was none…we had to be hiding it somewhere for him to find. Doom loved walking with the family throughout the neighborhood as we walked the dog. Although he loved being outside as a normal cat, he loved his family time.
The most touching moment was when his adoption became final. We moved. Every time we returned for another load of boxes and furniture, he would sit outside just looking into the empty house. We just couldn’t leave him. He’d been a part of our family for nearly two years. We were so happy when the neighbor said he could move with us, and Doom walked into our new home like he had been there forever. For 18 years he has been an amazing friend and will be missed each and every day. Love, The Martin Family
1997 – 2015
Doom was actually our neighbor’s cat who enjoyed our home as well as his own. He was lucky to have to families, and we were lucky to have him. We loved how he greeted us every day after work and made himself a part of our family. When we asked our neighbor if we could adopt him, we were thrilled when she said, “Yes, Doom has already made the decision of where he wants to be,” so I guess you could say that Doom adopted us. There were many unique aspects to Doom from his intense look to being polydactyl. He was faithful and loyal; a laid back amazing soul who loved people, other cats, and even dogs. He was a great brother to two other cats and two Chihuahuas with Otis being his favorite snuggle buddy. Both of them enjoyed snuggling together with me. I will really miss those snuggles. Lounging on top of each of us was one of his favorite activities.
He was funny about his morning ritual of wet food. If we were out of wet food, he would meow and walk around jumping on and off of furniture in search of it. It could not possibly be that there was none…we had to be hiding it somewhere for him to find. Doom loved walking with the family throughout the neighborhood as we walked the dog. Although he loved being outside as a normal cat, he loved his family time.
The most touching moment was when his adoption became final. We moved. Every time we returned for another load of boxes and furniture, he would sit outside just looking into the empty house. We just couldn’t leave him. He’d been a part of our family for nearly two years. We were so happy when the neighbor said he could move with us, and Doom walked into our new home like he had been there forever. For 18 years he has been an amazing friend and will be missed each and every day. Love, The Martin Family
Gorda
August 4, 2000 - September 20, 2015
In August of 2000, I received Gorda has a gift and was instantly filled with love and joy. Gorda never hesitated to insist on love and attention, and I always felt better after giving and receiving love from Gorda. She was scared of bigger dogs and would coming running to me because she felt safe with me. When James came into our life, she found out quickly that if she was in trouble with me, she could run to him…he adored her, and she knew it. I will miss most how Gorda would bark and howl when she saw me and how no matter how bad my day was, she would make it better with her love…my bad day would just disappear. The night she passed away, she came to me in a dream; her big brown eyes smiled at me, she was happy, she was saying goodbye. My heart is broken, because I will never meet another pet with her beautiful personality. I will never forget her, she taught me kindness and gave me the gift to forgive and let go. Before deciding upon cremation, we were going to bury Gorda at my mother’s house. My brother busted a water line digging her grave. James, my boyfriend, and I thought we should take my mother bottled water until the water line was fixed. I have not spoken to my father in over two years because he was abusive to me. I know Gorda’s final gift of love to me was the lesson of forgiveness. When we arrived with the water for my mother, my father was there fixing the water line. I knew Gorda made this meeting happen so I walked over to him. He told me that he was ashamed and too embarrassed to look at me. I said to him, “I forgive you.” After two years of confusion, pain, and self-blame, I am now able to let the anger go, thanks to Gorda. Gorda’s passing helped me to close wounds from my father. Thank you, Gorda, and thank you for the 15 years of love that you gave to me and our family. Love always, Rosario.
August 4, 2000 - September 20, 2015
In August of 2000, I received Gorda has a gift and was instantly filled with love and joy. Gorda never hesitated to insist on love and attention, and I always felt better after giving and receiving love from Gorda. She was scared of bigger dogs and would coming running to me because she felt safe with me. When James came into our life, she found out quickly that if she was in trouble with me, she could run to him…he adored her, and she knew it. I will miss most how Gorda would bark and howl when she saw me and how no matter how bad my day was, she would make it better with her love…my bad day would just disappear. The night she passed away, she came to me in a dream; her big brown eyes smiled at me, she was happy, she was saying goodbye. My heart is broken, because I will never meet another pet with her beautiful personality. I will never forget her, she taught me kindness and gave me the gift to forgive and let go. Before deciding upon cremation, we were going to bury Gorda at my mother’s house. My brother busted a water line digging her grave. James, my boyfriend, and I thought we should take my mother bottled water until the water line was fixed. I have not spoken to my father in over two years because he was abusive to me. I know Gorda’s final gift of love to me was the lesson of forgiveness. When we arrived with the water for my mother, my father was there fixing the water line. I knew Gorda made this meeting happen so I walked over to him. He told me that he was ashamed and too embarrassed to look at me. I said to him, “I forgive you.” After two years of confusion, pain, and self-blame, I am now able to let the anger go, thanks to Gorda. Gorda’s passing helped me to close wounds from my father. Thank you, Gorda, and thank you for the 15 years of love that you gave to me and our family. Love always, Rosario.
Aggie
July 15, 2005 - August 17, 2015
Our beloved Aggie was born to us on July 15, 2005; she was a rescue dog that had been placed with a foster family and was gift from my parents. Aggie was a sweet natured puppy, a little skittish but once she trusted you, she was a loyal friend forever.
Aggie loved to hang out in our backyard, she would sit out there looking out calmly, protecting her family. She was not one to fetch, in fact, she was the one that looked at us until we fetched the ball for her! Although she was a tough little lady she was also very lady like and would not participate in any rough and tumble activities.
Aggie was a fiercely independent dog and came back from trials all of her life stronger and always trying harder. In the past few months, she needed more care and would receive baths more frequently. The water made her legs feel better and she loved being clean. I would talk to her and sing to her while I bathed her and then I would wrap her in a huge soft towel and just hold her to me for a very long time, letting her fall asleep and rest. Aggie loved these moments and if I took too long in between baths, she would let me know that it was time for her spa.
We also had a dog named Sojo who passed at the age of 18 three years ago. She adopted Aggie as her own and raised her along with another dog we rescued who is in grief at losing his best friend and companion. Aggie loved all of us but her heart belonged to my husband, he is not necessarily a pet person but is kind to animals and she was the one that he cared for while she was sick, waking all times of the night to comfort her and help her. She loved our son from the beginning and showed him by kisses. My parents called her the furry granddaughter and loved her from day one.
Aggie came to me when I was single; she has been with me during the most significant times of my life along with Sojo. She was with me when I bought my home, met and married my husband, adopted my son, thru happiness and sadness. She was always a calm, quiet, and steady presence. She loved and accepted us unconditionally, she taught us patience and kindness, we will always remember her and always love her, and she made us better humans.
When I was blessed by Aggie, she was first very skittish, she would give kisses very sparingly but she loved to be hugged. When I hugged her as a puppy, she would put her nose on mine and give me an eskimo kiss. She had not done it for years until the week before she passed. She put her nose on mine just looking straight into my eyes and I started crying because I knew she was preparing me, she passed three days later. Although it is in my heart to provide a home for animals in need, especially dogs, I will do it with Aggie in my heart she will be memorialized by the promise that we will always care for a dog in need and we will love and care for them in tribute to her, always.
Rest in Peace our sweet companion,
Gilbert, Sonya and Lyndon.
July 15, 2005 - August 17, 2015
Our beloved Aggie was born to us on July 15, 2005; she was a rescue dog that had been placed with a foster family and was gift from my parents. Aggie was a sweet natured puppy, a little skittish but once she trusted you, she was a loyal friend forever.
Aggie loved to hang out in our backyard, she would sit out there looking out calmly, protecting her family. She was not one to fetch, in fact, she was the one that looked at us until we fetched the ball for her! Although she was a tough little lady she was also very lady like and would not participate in any rough and tumble activities.
Aggie was a fiercely independent dog and came back from trials all of her life stronger and always trying harder. In the past few months, she needed more care and would receive baths more frequently. The water made her legs feel better and she loved being clean. I would talk to her and sing to her while I bathed her and then I would wrap her in a huge soft towel and just hold her to me for a very long time, letting her fall asleep and rest. Aggie loved these moments and if I took too long in between baths, she would let me know that it was time for her spa.
We also had a dog named Sojo who passed at the age of 18 three years ago. She adopted Aggie as her own and raised her along with another dog we rescued who is in grief at losing his best friend and companion. Aggie loved all of us but her heart belonged to my husband, he is not necessarily a pet person but is kind to animals and she was the one that he cared for while she was sick, waking all times of the night to comfort her and help her. She loved our son from the beginning and showed him by kisses. My parents called her the furry granddaughter and loved her from day one.
Aggie came to me when I was single; she has been with me during the most significant times of my life along with Sojo. She was with me when I bought my home, met and married my husband, adopted my son, thru happiness and sadness. She was always a calm, quiet, and steady presence. She loved and accepted us unconditionally, she taught us patience and kindness, we will always remember her and always love her, and she made us better humans.
When I was blessed by Aggie, she was first very skittish, she would give kisses very sparingly but she loved to be hugged. When I hugged her as a puppy, she would put her nose on mine and give me an eskimo kiss. She had not done it for years until the week before she passed. She put her nose on mine just looking straight into my eyes and I started crying because I knew she was preparing me, she passed three days later. Although it is in my heart to provide a home for animals in need, especially dogs, I will do it with Aggie in my heart she will be memorialized by the promise that we will always care for a dog in need and we will love and care for them in tribute to her, always.
Rest in Peace our sweet companion,
Gilbert, Sonya and Lyndon.
Chikilin
April 4, 2006 - August 7, 2015
April 4, 2006 - August 7, 2015
Puss Puss
My Forever Furry Girl
Adopted 1998 - July 25, 2015
Puss Puss wondered into my yard looking for food and love, but she wouldn't become officially mine until I moved. Although I made friends with her, I wasn't allowed to have pets, but when I was getting ready to move, I told her that she was coming with me to be My Forever Furry Girl and for the next 18 years she was! I definitely spoiled her with the same unconditional love she gave me. She enjoyed hand fed treats, bottled water, and daily brushing....if I forgot, she was quick to give me a reminder "meow" or two. She slept on my stomach and made sure I was up on time. She loved everyone who visited which is unusual for a cat, but she would great and love everyone she met. I never trained her but rather she trained me. When she found me, there were tears in her eyes and when she left me, there were tears in my eyes. I had never bonded with an animal the way I did with Puss Puss...I was closer to her than many family members. She was already old and tired when I had heart surgery, but it's almost as if she knew how much I needed her as I recovered. She stayed with me until the surgery was over and I was well on my way to be better before she said her final goodbye. She will forever be My Forever Furry Girl.
My Forever Furry Girl
Adopted 1998 - July 25, 2015
Puss Puss wondered into my yard looking for food and love, but she wouldn't become officially mine until I moved. Although I made friends with her, I wasn't allowed to have pets, but when I was getting ready to move, I told her that she was coming with me to be My Forever Furry Girl and for the next 18 years she was! I definitely spoiled her with the same unconditional love she gave me. She enjoyed hand fed treats, bottled water, and daily brushing....if I forgot, she was quick to give me a reminder "meow" or two. She slept on my stomach and made sure I was up on time. She loved everyone who visited which is unusual for a cat, but she would great and love everyone she met. I never trained her but rather she trained me. When she found me, there were tears in her eyes and when she left me, there were tears in my eyes. I had never bonded with an animal the way I did with Puss Puss...I was closer to her than many family members. She was already old and tired when I had heart surgery, but it's almost as if she knew how much I needed her as I recovered. She stayed with me until the surgery was over and I was well on my way to be better before she said her final goodbye. She will forever be My Forever Furry Girl.
KBSPA
2001 - 2015
I adopted KBSPA from the Austin Humane Society in 2001, when he was just a puppy. Someone had left him on the street in a carton box left to his own demise. A good Samaritan found him crying and scared to death during a thunderstorm and brought him in to the Humane Society. I fell in love with him immediately, I could not imagine how anyone would have the heart to abandon this defenseless adorable puppy.
I realized how important he was to me the first week we had him. We had only had him for about a week or so and we lost him. My mom and I looked for him for hours to no avail, I was nearly in tears…how could I lose him? where had he gone? He was only a puppy, he would never survive on his own. If someone found him, would they do the right thing and return him to us?
We were losing all hope of finding him, we walked back inside the house and directly into my mom’s bedroom we walked by her bed and as we looked down, we noticed KBSPA sleeping inside my mom’s shoe. I felt such relief.
He was a very sweet, loving, extremely smart (too smart for his own good at times), and friendly. Although he did hated my sister's dog, JD, he didn’t have much love for him. He adored my mom and would love to nap in her room. My mom would always bring him treats, so he would anticipate her arrival every day and as soon as she walked through the door he would follow her around everywhere until she handed over the treat. It was adorable.
I will miss everything about him, but mostly the way he would excitedly greet me when I got home and the way he laid his head or paw on me when he wanted to be pet. He truly was the definition of unconditional love and I was lucky to have him in my life. He will be missed every day.
Adopting him was the best decision I ever made.
2001 - 2015
I adopted KBSPA from the Austin Humane Society in 2001, when he was just a puppy. Someone had left him on the street in a carton box left to his own demise. A good Samaritan found him crying and scared to death during a thunderstorm and brought him in to the Humane Society. I fell in love with him immediately, I could not imagine how anyone would have the heart to abandon this defenseless adorable puppy.
I realized how important he was to me the first week we had him. We had only had him for about a week or so and we lost him. My mom and I looked for him for hours to no avail, I was nearly in tears…how could I lose him? where had he gone? He was only a puppy, he would never survive on his own. If someone found him, would they do the right thing and return him to us?
We were losing all hope of finding him, we walked back inside the house and directly into my mom’s bedroom we walked by her bed and as we looked down, we noticed KBSPA sleeping inside my mom’s shoe. I felt such relief.
He was a very sweet, loving, extremely smart (too smart for his own good at times), and friendly. Although he did hated my sister's dog, JD, he didn’t have much love for him. He adored my mom and would love to nap in her room. My mom would always bring him treats, so he would anticipate her arrival every day and as soon as she walked through the door he would follow her around everywhere until she handed over the treat. It was adorable.
I will miss everything about him, but mostly the way he would excitedly greet me when I got home and the way he laid his head or paw on me when he wanted to be pet. He truly was the definition of unconditional love and I was lucky to have him in my life. He will be missed every day.
Adopting him was the best decision I ever made.
Diego
Adopted 2006 - July 10, 2015 I woke up this morning and when leaving my room I went back to close the door so you wouldn’t get in and overturn my trashcans. This old habit will be hard to break along with many others. I knew the first time I saw your little beagle face on the shelter adoption pages that you were meant for our family. You were so smart and trying so hard to impress me when I went to meet you that the decision to make you part of our family was a done deal almost instantly. I’m sorry you spent even a day in the shelter and that you then hated to be crated or taken to the vet; it was always stressful for you. I hope that you never for a minute doubted that you were our forever friend and we’d never abandon you. I like to think you knew that. Nick and Zarek love you so much. It was much like they had another brother dealing with your sometimes attitude. “Selective hearing” we called it, but it was more like you wouldn’t be moved until you were darn good and ready. It’s funny how even that trait made you fit into the family as well. We lost countless pairs of shorts and other expensive clothes because you just wanted us to know that you loved and missed us when we were gone, but that’s ok. Having you around to sleep on my feet anytime I was feeling low made all the tiny things worth it. I miss when we used to throw the tennis ball for you and you’d run with your long ears flying and bring it back. We used to erect barriers for you to jump over or crawl under just to see whether you’d make it back with the ball and you always did. And wow, you had the best nose ever! You always knew as soon as someone new came into the house—even if you were in the back yard. I loved coming home from work and running around the house, hiding somewhere and then waiting to see if you’d find me. Your amazing nose would track all the places I ran and then end up right there with me—barking like you were calling me out. I miss that. We wish you lots of bacon strips and table scraps because that’s what you loved best. I’m so glad I broke down and gave you some ham from the dinner table just the other night and that you had a bath and manicure, so you were handsome and clean on your last day. Thanks too for leaving on your own terms and not making me decide when you were ready to go. I had been worrying about that for a while now and as any faithful friend, you took that burden away. I will always love you for that. Our family is so lucky to have had you for the time we did. I hope that we did well by you and that you are happy and healthy wherever all the good dogs go. I think it will be a while before I stop hearing the jingling of your tags and the click of your nails on the tile, but we will always remember the great times we had with you, Diego. You brought us so much joy and unconditional love. Grandma, Nick, Zarek, Uncle Bobby and I miss you so much. Farewell and be safe. Tippie
February 14, 1998 - June 26, 2015 My best friend, Tippie, loyal and loving. It was such a great feeling coming home to her after work each day because she was so happy to see me. Every evening started with hugs that took away any issues from earlier in the day. If I didn't acknowledge her right away after coming in the door, she would bark so loud. Even when I didn't realize it, she knew I needed that hug. Tippie was tolerant of her brothers Toot and TJ and sister Miracle, but it was her house and her bed...her rules. When we lived in the country with horses and after running and doing her three-legged hopping all around the pastures, she would jump into her water bowl like is was a pool...it was funny and one of many great memories of my best friend, Tippie. I will miss everything about my best friend...her buggy eyes and doggie kisses, her bark and her hop around the house since she was three-legged from birth. I will miss her greeting me after work and listening intently while I shared my daily stories. 
Blacky
Adopted 2005 - June 19, 2015 Blacky was given to us. Perhaps others would think he was lucky, but it was really us. He was such a fun and loyal friend. If I forgot to take him out for a walk, he would look from me to the door until I realized my mistake and then run to the door when I finally stood up. He was so cute making his bed, round and round, until he found had everything just right. Most of all, I will miss how he laid his head on my should when I hugged him. Barkley
February 2011 - June 2015 I didn't realize when I answered an ad for a free bassett hound mixed with a ratt terrier that I would be picking up my best friend. Barkley loves everyone just as soon as he meets them, greeting them by rolling over and wiggling his tail in a way as to say his new friend is worthy of rubbing his belly. There is so much I will miss about him...his smile, his hugs, those huge brown eyes looking directly into mine, the tinging sound of his tags when he shook his head, and his closeness when we slept. He was funny, smart, caring, and loving...all the best traits of a best friend. 
Piggie
2007 - May 13, 2015 In 2007, Piggie became a part of my family; rescued from the shelter prior to euthanasia. He instantly fit in, making friends with everyone and always happy. Pig made friends everywhere he went and really loved my boyfriend, Devin, often pushing pass me to great him first. Squishy and Sooti were his siblings...Pig practically raised Sooti, our cat, and now Sooti comforts me with her behaviors that remind me of Pig. I will miss so many things about Pig...singing with him, hearing his squeaky toys in the middle of the night, his loud snoring, his funny faces and noises while eating peanut butter, his need for comfort during storms, the crazy way he ran around after a bath, his tail wagging whenever he looked up at me, and so much more. One of our fondest memories was a picnic to San Gabriel Park, me, Devin, Squishy and Pig. Pig was super excited about the ducks and having escaped his collar and leash chased the ducks into the water, but he still wanted to play with them. I thought he was too smart to jump into the water because he knew he wasn't a strong swimmer. But he did, he jumped right in and I panicked, running to the edge ready to jump in, but he turned around and made it to a rock where I could rescue him. The car smelled like dirty pond water for weeks, and I'm sure the ducks got a good laugh out of it. I miss Pig every day and am thankful for every wonderful moment he brought to my life and little family. Leah Vanilla
December 11, 2001 - May 26, 2015 
Raven
1998 - May 25, 2015 Raven was the ruler of her own life. She came around when she wanted to and had a unique relationship with her dog brother...we never did come to understand their relationship which would keeping with her mystique. She was my cat and very much a one person cat; taking 9 years to warm up to my wife or better put, accept that my wife was staying and was indeed a member of the family. For 8 years now, Raven and my wife have enjoyed a relationship of mutual respect. For 16 years she was a daily part of my life. We will all miss her greatly. *Mission Pet Memorials would like to thank Raven's family for the generous donation of cat items, good, toys, bed, claw tree, etc. No doubts that cats at the shelter will also be thankful. 
Mia Szal
June 2007 - May 2015 
Dear Precious Mia,
I know you are in doggy heaven enjoying the time of your life. You were always a very calm dog. That's what I loved about you. I can't even believe you are gone. I always knew that losing you would break my heart. And here it is. I told myself I wasn't ready to let you go. But something told me that I did right by telling you last night that I loved you. You will always be in my heart. No matter what I do, I will remember the good times we had. We were inseparable at tunes, But I know now that I am graduating, God had a better plan for us. You had a good run. You were there when I only wanted to curl up and not move. You brought happiness to our lives. It's not going to be easy these next couple of days. I won't lie to you. But I do know that whenever I am sad, I will think of the memories we had. You were the greatest dog I ever had. I love you unconditionally Mia! Love, Jazz AKA your momma 
Halide Fuzzybutt
December 24, 1997 - May 15, 2015 So in February of 1998 i got to go pick up this beautiful kitty from a smelly apartment of a weird eyed hoarder on the drag that i met at the pet shop on burnet (Bark and Purr). I orginally was suppose to pick up a black and white kitty that i picked out a few weeks earlier. When i went back after the six weeks they needed to have with their momma i noticed a different kitty in the apartment that was away from the others. She was hiding in the corner. She wasnt like the others. She was grey with tabby stripes. All the others were like their mom. White with black spots. That day i changed my mind and decided i wanted the scared grey tabby kitty in the corner, not the black and white hyper kitty that was running around that i orginally picked out. Im so glad i changed my mind that day. That day i made an amazing friend. I named her a few days later while looking at an organic chemistry book. I named her Halide. Which was better than Electron, which was the other name i was playing with. She followed me through college dorm rooms, crazy roommates, visits to the bayou and she also had pleasure of judging all the boyfriends that have crossed my path. She also withstood the hugs and pets of rollergirls that frequently visited my home and sat through our extrodinarly boring meetings (at times) at my house. She was my buddy that was there for so many of my "firsts". She absorbed so many of my tears in her fur and also endured my happy dances when happy times occured. I am sad to say that at 1 am Friday morning she went to kitty heaven with Clay and I laying by her side. For those of you that knew her, you know how weird and sweet she was. I'm gonna miss her so much.... I already do.... but I'm at peace knowing that she had the funnest, weirdest, craziest, and longest life that most cats never even dream of having. And you all were apart of that. RIP Halide Fuzzybutt. You will always be in my heart. 12/24/97 - 5/15/15. 
Dusty Miller III
October 26, 1998 - May 3, 2015 After 16 1/2 years I said goodbye to my first dog Dusty Miller. He passed peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2015 in the presence of myself, my husband Steven, and our son Richard, along with the same doctor and nurse he’s had for over 15 years (Dr. B and Nurse Judy).He’s been with me since I was in 9th grade and together we experienced many milestones. Graduating from high school, college, getting my first job as a teacher, moving into my first apartment, my wedding, and the birth of my son, Richard Lee. Dusty was born in Trinidad, Colorado on October 26, 1998. I found an ad in the newspaper when I began my search for a miniature schnauzer. An elderly lady, who bred schnauzers, had a litter she was selling at the local pet supply store the next day. There was only one male in the litter. I knew he was the one I wanted. After convincing my parents, we called the lady and expressed our interest. She wasn't sure she would be able to make the drive from Trinidad to Colorado Springs due to a coming snowstorm. Destiny was on our side. She was able to make the drive and we took Dusty home with us, after stocking up on all the essentials. Some warm coats and snow shoes included. Dusty excelled at everything, good deeds and mischievous ways. We attended obedience school where he was champion of musical cones (obeying commands faster than all the other dogs). He could catch a ball in the air every time and seemed to know exactly what everyone was saying. Years passed and we all loved Dusty. Dusty gave us some scares through the years due to his severe allergy to wheat and vaccines, but he always made it through. Steven and I referred to him as the "Highlander of Dogs" because he seemed to be immortal. He has fulfilled his role as loyal friend, brother (to Marco Ramius and then Remington), protector, and loving family member. He will always be remembered and I know I will see him again as an energetic, happy, and healthy boy. So it's not goodbye forever, we'll see each other again. 
Obi Wan February 17, 2007 - December 20, 2014
CoCo August 8, 2006 - August 14, 2014 
Bruno Mireles
June 14, 2001 - April 3, 2015 Bruno was a gift from my family while I was battling cancer. I owe him my life on more than one occasion. Bruno and his brother, Sleepy, kept me motivated through many difficult times and provided me with love and support. Bruno was loyal, sweet, a true best friend. He loved to occupy my passenger seat whenever we traveled, taking in and keeping all the sites and sounds. I will miss how he greeted me so happily every day. He was always so happy that you had to be happy too. Bruno was my favorite dog and kid in life, I'll remember him like the angel of my life! 
Nikki
January 10, 2000 - February 17, 2015 We will forever be grateful to a social worker for bringing sweet Nikki into our lives. She was the tiniest cutest puppy when she was found living in a milk crate under someone's bed. She was cared for but unfortunately the housing did not allow pets. Her independent, gentle, and reserved personality is simply irresistible. Nikki loved to travel and she would patiently watch us as we packed the Tahoe for a trip to Louisiana or Lake Travis...as soon as she saw her bed and food heading towards the Tahoe, she knew it was time for her to climb aboard. Her siblings are Anna, a Maine coon cat, Austin, a terrier mix, and Jamie, a toy poodle. They had a wonderful relationship caring for each other. Anna greated Nikki every morning, Austin washed Nikki's face, eyes, and ears daily, and Jamie, well, Jamie showed affection by butt facing Nikki, but Nikki knew it was Jamie's way of saying, "I love you!" As Nikki grew older, she began to spend a great deal of time with human friends, Jerry and Rosemary, enjoying her special time with them while we traveled. Thank you, Nikki, for bringing our home such joy and happiness. Sandy and Marilyn 
Loaf
February 19, 2001 - March 4, 2015 How lucky I was to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard." (unknown) Our world looks incredibly different, since losing our baby Loaf on Wednesday, March 4, 2015. I can't believe over 14 years have passed so quickly and it was time to say goodbye. I've dreaded this for years and even as you try to prepare yourself, it doesn't come close to the rawness of reality that accompanies this loss. We have referred to Loaf and Roxy as our "furry children," and we have loved them like our own. My heart feels like it's broken in a million pieces and one that will remain lost forever. I have always said I just used a surrogate for him, since I was there when he was conceived and helped clear his little lungs when he was born. Over the last year he braved nose cancer and amazingly defied all the odds and helped write a diary that didn't exist for short-nosed dogs on this nasty disease that he endured. Our hope is that might help a family with options to ease some of their pain. My sweet Loafie, no matter what I called you on any given day...The Loaf, Hunka Munka, Donkey Kong, big meatball sub, Hollywood, Loafie Lollins, Pug Puggins, Billy Bob Puggins and Judas Beast...literally just to name a few, you have left me a better person than when you found me and I am forever grateful that I got to be your mommy. People often commented that he had the hugest smile on his face. His daddy thought that he looked like he knew the best joke in the room. You have been loved a million times over in this life and we will love and cherish you always. May you have the sweetest of dreams forever my love. |
Frank's Attaboy Yallo
February 11, 2001 - May 25, 2015 "He was a Great Dog!" 
Chiquita
April 19, 1999 - March 10, 2015 Last week Mission Funeral Home lost one of their own. Rose, our company Matriarch, who takes care of literally everything and everyone, had to take her beautiful Chiquita to the vet. In April Chiquita would have been 16. As you can see by the photos, she adored her little "human pets," and brought joy to her family. Rose, we are so sorry for your loss and we love you! 
Marley
January 5, 2007 - February 22, 2015 Marley was a precious green-eyed, round bellied, 8 week-old girl when she became our first "child." She began our growing family, and remained the loyal, loving, gentle guardian throughout the years. She was our MarMar, MarMoo, our Marley girl. She was a gentle giant, soft and sweet to all ages. As her human siblings came along to add to our beautiful little family, she was protector, guardian, and ever ready playmate. She spoke to us in her own language of facial expressions and had a confidence that we understood every little nuance to her expressions. As guardian, she also knew that it was okay to let her little four-legged sister, Lola, rule the roost. Marley loved everyone and was loved by everyone, even visiting the neighbors dog, Jack, just to say good morning or afternoon. Everything about Marley will be greatly missed...her snores, snorts, sighs, those expressive eyebrows that spoke to us whether telling of a day's adventure or just asking for a treat. All of her siblings, two and four legged, miss her playful nature, being able to ride her, crawl all over her, and snuggle. Her "dad" misses his boating companion who enjoyed the wind flapping her ears. Our staff misses her joining them for lunch and bringing a smile to their day. As parents, we miss the feeling of added protection as she lay guard outside the children's rooms each night. There is a huge hole in our hearts and in our home at the loss of our beautiful, gentle spirit Marley Girl. Rest in Peace our forever faithful companion. 
Tigger
December 2, 2001 – December 31, 2014 When my partner, Mario, and I had been together about three years, he gave me the gift of Tigger. Tigger instantly became the second love of my life. Tigger loved everyone, loved long walks, and resting on my chest…it was his spot. Tigger quickly fit into a growing family, me, Mario, Precious, Gypsy, D.J., and Baby. I’m not sure how he figured it out before the others, but he was always the first to greet me at the door when I came home, tail wagging. I will never forget that a "dog," Tigger, offered me the most comfort following the passing of my mother. He seemed to just know when I was feeling especially down after her passing and would offer me attention and comfort. You are and will always been thought of kindly and missed, Tigger. 
Pepper
1998 - 2012 
Baby
1998 - 2015 Baby became my baby "By Luck," and I feel so fortunate for having him in my life. He was loyal, courageous, and bad to the bone. Baby was no baby..he had no fear and had survived being hit by a car more than once. He has been by my side for many, many years...oh, the stories he could tell if he could. He was also very smart and learned ways of communicating without being taught. He would climb trees and there is at least one squirrel without a tail. I will miss having him watch TV with me and curling up with me in my bed come bedtime. He has been a part of my life for 16 years and things will never be the same...how could they? 
Morty
February 19, 2001 – September 29, 2014 "Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol We'll do it all everything on our own. We don't need anything or anyone If I lay here, if I just lay here Would you lie with me and just forget the world? I don't quite know how to say how I feel Those three words are said too much, they're not enough If I lay here, if I just lay here Would you lie with me and just forget the world? Forget what we're told, before we get too old Show me a garden that's bursting into life Let's waste time chasing cars around our heads I need your grace to remind me to find my own If I lay here, if I just lay here Would you lie with me and just forget the world? Forget what we’re told before we get too old Show me a garden that's bursting into life All that I am, all that I ever was Is here in your perfect eyes, they're all I can see I don't know where…confused about how as well Just know that these things will never change for us at all If I lay here, if I just lay here Would you lie with me and just forget the world? |
Sasha
June 2004 - February 2015
Sasha filled my life with love, devotion, and dedication. She had an amazing personality that filled our home with fun. Although she was very giving of love and cuddles, she had expectations that in return her dinner would be on time every time and was quick to let you know if you were running late. I will miss most our long walks, going to the beach, hiking, and cuddling. She truly made every day special. I miss you so much, Sasha. Love, Lisa
June 2004 - February 2015
Sasha filled my life with love, devotion, and dedication. She had an amazing personality that filled our home with fun. Although she was very giving of love and cuddles, she had expectations that in return her dinner would be on time every time and was quick to let you know if you were running late. I will miss most our long walks, going to the beach, hiking, and cuddling. She truly made every day special. I miss you so much, Sasha. Love, Lisa
Whiskey
1992 - 2005
Brandy
1990 - 2003
Pasta
1994 - 2008
1992 - 2005
Brandy
1990 - 2003
Pasta
1994 - 2008
Nina
October 17, 2001 - June 15, 2014
James received Nina when she was the tiniest of puppies fitting in the palm of his hand. She grew to be very intelligent and obedient and think she was not a dog but just another human. She had a couple funny aspects to her personality. She insisted on being fed on time and would flip her metal dish resonating through the house when James was running late. She would also do her own version of crunches, lying on her back and do side to side crunches, even grunting, while James exercised. She was his companionship for 13 years through even the darkest of days and she is missed every single day!
October 17, 2001 - June 15, 2014
James received Nina when she was the tiniest of puppies fitting in the palm of his hand. She grew to be very intelligent and obedient and think she was not a dog but just another human. She had a couple funny aspects to her personality. She insisted on being fed on time and would flip her metal dish resonating through the house when James was running late. She would also do her own version of crunches, lying on her back and do side to side crunches, even grunting, while James exercised. She was his companionship for 13 years through even the darkest of days and she is missed every single day!
Philo
August 10th, 2010 - December 26th, 2014
When my wife and I bought our house, the first thing we wanted to do was adopt our first dog together. A friend of ours was fostering puppies, so we went to take a look. Philo, a 6 week young puppy, stole our hearts so we adopted her immediately. Like any puppy, she was a handful, but we all grew very fond of each other, creating a bond that would last a lifetime.
We spent a lot of time with her, so as she grew up, she evolved into the smartest dog I have ever had. She was very social and got along with everyone she met, animals included. Tuggy, fetching, wrestling, you name it, she loved to play. Each night we would pick her up to put her in bed and tuck her in. She was our baby. Diagnosed with Alopecia, she didn't have much hair and therefore loved being under the covers. From time to time she would spend time at my parents house with their pets, where my mother would spoil her with food, treats, and new toys. Philo always loved it there.
I will sincerely miss having someone to share life's excitement with. I would ask her for a high five and she would jump up to give me one without hesitating, appearing as excited as I was. I will miss her brilliance, and variety of tricks. People were always very impressed with how much she knew. I will miss how she wanted nothing more than to be cuddled.
Philo was incredibly affectionate, and would give you kisses any chance she could. We even had a door mat that read "Warning: Dog cannot hold it's licker". When we would be in the kitchen, she would sit on the carpet to just watch and listen as we made dinner. Often times, we would catch her dozing off, almost falling over before catching herself. We always got a kick out of that. Philo always bit her nails to keep them short. If you grew out your nails, she would gently nibble on them, attempting to trim your nails too.
Philo was a true companion, and she will be sorely missed, but never forgotten. Our world will never be the same without her. We love you Philo. Rest in peace, baby girl.
August 10th, 2010 - December 26th, 2014
When my wife and I bought our house, the first thing we wanted to do was adopt our first dog together. A friend of ours was fostering puppies, so we went to take a look. Philo, a 6 week young puppy, stole our hearts so we adopted her immediately. Like any puppy, she was a handful, but we all grew very fond of each other, creating a bond that would last a lifetime.
We spent a lot of time with her, so as she grew up, she evolved into the smartest dog I have ever had. She was very social and got along with everyone she met, animals included. Tuggy, fetching, wrestling, you name it, she loved to play. Each night we would pick her up to put her in bed and tuck her in. She was our baby. Diagnosed with Alopecia, she didn't have much hair and therefore loved being under the covers. From time to time she would spend time at my parents house with their pets, where my mother would spoil her with food, treats, and new toys. Philo always loved it there.
I will sincerely miss having someone to share life's excitement with. I would ask her for a high five and she would jump up to give me one without hesitating, appearing as excited as I was. I will miss her brilliance, and variety of tricks. People were always very impressed with how much she knew. I will miss how she wanted nothing more than to be cuddled.
Philo was incredibly affectionate, and would give you kisses any chance she could. We even had a door mat that read "Warning: Dog cannot hold it's licker". When we would be in the kitchen, she would sit on the carpet to just watch and listen as we made dinner. Often times, we would catch her dozing off, almost falling over before catching herself. We always got a kick out of that. Philo always bit her nails to keep them short. If you grew out your nails, she would gently nibble on them, attempting to trim your nails too.
Philo was a true companion, and she will be sorely missed, but never forgotten. Our world will never be the same without her. We love you Philo. Rest in peace, baby girl.
Maci
March 2008 - January 2015
Maci was found as a stray and instantly brought joy to our family. She was my ever present companion, my shadow. I think the only thing she loved more than me was food and snacks..she would surf the counter and has been responsible for many missing loaves of bread and bags of chips. Once she even snagged herself a bag of cheetos and hid them in her bed...literally in her bed; she had made a hole and stuffed the bag in there. She only gave her self away because she just kept returning over and over again. Every meal came with a small amount of gravy on top of her food and if we forgot or were out, she had a particular facial expression she would make between us and her bowl, we called it Maci's gravy face. Her enjoyment of food created a joke about how she's show a burglar directly to the jewels if he had a snack. She was smart, funny, and loving...and is so very missed by our family.
March 2008 - January 2015
Maci was found as a stray and instantly brought joy to our family. She was my ever present companion, my shadow. I think the only thing she loved more than me was food and snacks..she would surf the counter and has been responsible for many missing loaves of bread and bags of chips. Once she even snagged herself a bag of cheetos and hid them in her bed...literally in her bed; she had made a hole and stuffed the bag in there. She only gave her self away because she just kept returning over and over again. Every meal came with a small amount of gravy on top of her food and if we forgot or were out, she had a particular facial expression she would make between us and her bowl, we called it Maci's gravy face. Her enjoyment of food created a joke about how she's show a burglar directly to the jewels if he had a snack. She was smart, funny, and loving...and is so very missed by our family.
|
Cirrus "Ciri" & Jacquard "Jack" Soques
June 1994 - December 2014 Ciri became a part of our family along with a brother, Jack, when I needed some companionship during long project crunch-time hours. Although mixed, it is clear that they are Siamese as their personalities and chatter can attest. Ciri was graceful, still, clever, and beautiful. Jack was her voice, insuring that we remembered the routines that Ciri counted on and expected of us. He would rattle doors and speak the Siamese yowl to insure everything went according to their plans. In 2009, Jack passed away and Ciri had to begin speaking for herself. It was fun to watch her slowly grow her voice, beginning with small, tiny peeps of "mew." They claimed the laundry room with it's quiet warmth as their personal oasis. Bedtime was promptly 9:00 pm and at precisely 8:50, Ciri would sit with that perfect Siamese statuesque pose near perfectly two feet from dad and at near perfect 9:00 pm, utter the cutest small, dainty "mew," to signify that her daddy now needed to tend to her feeding and bedtime. Slowly but still dainty and sweet her "mew" would increase in volume every so slightly until her human did as he had been taught. Whenever she needed something from us, she would guide us by walking in front of us and if we made a wrong turn, she would loop around and stand still in front of us in order to get us back on track as to the direction SHE wanted us to go. When our children were born, both Jack and Ciri treated them as if they were their kittens, sleeping with them and keeping guard over whatever their childhood activity was at the moment. Appearing to sense and understand that one of our children was allergic to cats, Ciri, would not claim a lap but would still remain dutiful close to her human kitten. Ciri and Jack will be forever treasured and missed. |
|
A poem for Glitzy
God’s Garden Author Unknown God looked around his garden And found an empty place. He then looked upon the earth And saw your tired face. He put his arm around you And lifted you to rest. God’s garden must be beautiful. He always takes the best. He know that you were suffering. He know you were in pain. He know that you would never Get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough, And the hills were hard to climb. So he closed your eyelids, And whispered, “Peace be thine.” It broke our hearts to lose you. But you didn’t go alone. For part of us went with you The day GOD called you HOME. |
GLITZY CRISITELLO SANCHEZ
December 27, 2007 - December 18, 2014 Glitzy became a member of the family when we found her walking down the street in Palm Springs, California. She was hot and hungry, but she had a will to overcome that was easy to see. After becoming a member of our family, she would wait patiently each day for Daddy Joseph to come home from work and if he was late, she knew it. Glitzy had a loving sister, Lola, who is pictured with her. They would comfort each other during those tough times being beautiful princess’. She also had Grandma and Grandpa Joe and a love-hate relationship with Bob who adored her but didn’t care to make it known. Glitzy’s beautiful smile when excited to see someone, her cute little monkey dance of excitement, her tiny little legs running fast as she can down the hall to greet us, and her silly habit of burying her bones in the shag carpet made Glitzy such a wonderful member of the family. One couldn’t help but to love and adore Glitzy. Momma Maryann will miss the ever generous kisses from her rough tiny, little tongue. |
BEAUREGARD RIPPY. Beau, passed away September 15, 1993 at the age of 7 on Okinawa, Japan. His energy and intuition is greatly missed. No matter how much you tried, you could not keep him out of the water. He was incredibly smart and learned without even being taught. His best friend was Big As Dallas (Rott mix) and it was hilarious to see them kennel together for a nap, not happy to use their own kennel, they wanted together in the same one...it's a wonder either got any sleep. He was wonderful with children if you exclude the excitement of that famous (and sometimes painful) lab tail. He would do the funniest trick if you told him that he needed a bath...he would run, sit in the bathtub until you at least turned the faucet on and splashed some water at him. He was also my friend's child's first word, even before daddy, she said "boga." It's been a long time since he passed but I still think about him often. He was just a really great dog. This is not his actual photo but it reminded me of him so much...he even wore a blue collar, had those same deep eyes, and was almost always wet. I miss you, Old Friend!
MARTINA
Mexico City April 8st 1999 - Austin, Texas April 1st 2014
Martina was born in Mexico city. She was a very special dog for me because she arrived when I was 16 years old, now I'm 32. She lived with me and my parents when she was born but when I decided to move to another city by myself I took her with me. She had 9 little dogs, six boys and three girls and we gave them all for adoption but one little girl called Miranda.
Martina was a very brave dog and always had a bad attitude about any orders that I gave to her but at the same time she was a little cute because of that.
She moved with me every-time I had to move to a new city or new house. She was always following me every-time to anywhere. We lived together in 8 different houses and the last one was here in Austin Texas.
She survived 3 different medical interventions and the doctor even had to cut one of her legs because of the cancer that was spreading to her body but she was still having a great dog life.
She had heart disease and she was very strong and brave until the end. She passed away at home, she was waiting for me and my wife just to say good bye, we played with her and pet her and then she suddenly fall asleep forever.
I'll miss her so much. She is a great example of bravery, perseverance, loyalty and hope.
I love you perro Martina!
Mexico City April 8st 1999 - Austin, Texas April 1st 2014
Martina was born in Mexico city. She was a very special dog for me because she arrived when I was 16 years old, now I'm 32. She lived with me and my parents when she was born but when I decided to move to another city by myself I took her with me. She had 9 little dogs, six boys and three girls and we gave them all for adoption but one little girl called Miranda.
Martina was a very brave dog and always had a bad attitude about any orders that I gave to her but at the same time she was a little cute because of that.
She moved with me every-time I had to move to a new city or new house. She was always following me every-time to anywhere. We lived together in 8 different houses and the last one was here in Austin Texas.
She survived 3 different medical interventions and the doctor even had to cut one of her legs because of the cancer that was spreading to her body but she was still having a great dog life.
She had heart disease and she was very strong and brave until the end. She passed away at home, she was waiting for me and my wife just to say good bye, we played with her and pet her and then she suddenly fall asleep forever.
I'll miss her so much. She is a great example of bravery, perseverance, loyalty and hope.
I love you perro Martina!
MIRANDA
Mexico City December 20th 2003 - Austin, Texas November 1st 2014
Miranda came into my life when Martina had her first labor. She was born on my bed at my parents house because we couldn't find a place for her that she could feel more comfortable and even though we prepare a place specially for the labor her mother decided to give birth on my mattress. Then I had to throw it away.
When the little dogs were born the doctor suggested that the mother should keep at least one little dog because it could cause her a very big loss, so we decided to keep Miranda.
She always very lovely giving kisses no matter the situation and she had a very happy dog life. Miranda was always waiting for me and willing to play with me and her rubber ball. She moved with us also to the states from Mexico.
During all the medical interventions of my other dog, she started getting sick too and feeling a little bit down. She even lost her vision until she was completely blind. She adapted very well to the new environment and new house but after the passing of her mother she got sick a few months later. We took her to the vet but her kidneys were shutting down very quickly.
She passed away the morning of November 1st 2014 after passing the night at the hospital. She was cremated with her rubber ball so now they're together forever.
I was devastated and felt so bad about her passing but It was a great experience to have her and even if I knew from the beginning that she had to pass away one day I would do it again and have her to live with me all this years.
Mexico City December 20th 2003 - Austin, Texas November 1st 2014
Miranda came into my life when Martina had her first labor. She was born on my bed at my parents house because we couldn't find a place for her that she could feel more comfortable and even though we prepare a place specially for the labor her mother decided to give birth on my mattress. Then I had to throw it away.
When the little dogs were born the doctor suggested that the mother should keep at least one little dog because it could cause her a very big loss, so we decided to keep Miranda.
She always very lovely giving kisses no matter the situation and she had a very happy dog life. Miranda was always waiting for me and willing to play with me and her rubber ball. She moved with us also to the states from Mexico.
During all the medical interventions of my other dog, she started getting sick too and feeling a little bit down. She even lost her vision until she was completely blind. She adapted very well to the new environment and new house but after the passing of her mother she got sick a few months later. We took her to the vet but her kidneys were shutting down very quickly.
She passed away the morning of November 1st 2014 after passing the night at the hospital. She was cremated with her rubber ball so now they're together forever.
I was devastated and felt so bad about her passing but It was a great experience to have her and even if I knew from the beginning that she had to pass away one day I would do it again and have her to live with me all this years.
