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The Legacy - Author Unknown

When humans die,
they make a will
To leave their homes
and all they have
to those they love.
I, too, would make a will
if I could write.
To some poor wistful, lonely stray
I leave my happy home,
My dish, my cosy bed,
my cushioned chair, my toy.
The well loved lap,
the gentle stroking hand,
the loving voice,
The place I made in someone's heart,
The love that at the last could help me to
a peaceful painless end
Held in loving arms.
If I should die, Oh do not say,
"No more a pet I'll have,
to grieve me by it's loss"
Seek out some lonely, unloved dog
And give my place to him.
This is the legacy I leave behind -
'tis all I have to give.


Do I Go Home Today - Sandi Thompson

My family brought me home cradled in their arms.
They cuddled me and smiled at me, and said I was full of charm.
They played with me and laughed with me, they showered me with toys.
I sure do love my family especially the girls and boys.
The children loved to feed me, they gave me special treats.
They even let me sleep with them all snuggled in the sheets.
I used to go for walks, often several times a day.
They even fought to hold my leash, I'm very proud to say.
These are things I'll never forget a cherished memory.
I now live in a shelter without my family.
They used to laugh and praise me when I played with that old shoe.
But I didn't know the difference between the old ones and the new.
The kids and I would grab a rag for hours we would tug.
So I thought I did the right thing when I chewed the bathroom rug.
They said that I was out of control, and would have to live outside.
This I did not understand although I tried and tried.
The walks stopped, one by one; they said they hadn't time.
I wish that I could change things, I wish I knew my crime.
My life became so lonely, in the back yard on a chain.
I barked and barked all day long to keep from going insane.
So they brought me to the shelter but were embarrassed to say why.
They said I caused an allergy, and then, kissed me goodbye.
If I'd only had some classes, as a little pup
I wouldn't have been so hard to handle when I was all grown up.
"You only have one day left," I heard the worker say.
Does this mean a second chance? Do I go home today?

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In memory of the dogs we have lost

This page is dedicated to the Memory of Wanda's beloved
Bruce the Boxer who loved all his Boston Babies.

April 1, 1994 - March 26, 2008

"I live among God's creatures now - in the heavens of your mind
So do not grieve for me, my friend as I am with my kind."

My collar is a rainbow's hue, my leash a shooting star -
My boundaries are the Milky Way where I sparkle from afar.

There are no pens or kennels here for I am not confined-
But free to roam God's heavens among my canine kind.

I nap the day on a snowy cloud, gentle breezes rocking me -
And dream the dreams of earthlings and how it used to be.

The trees are full of liver treats and tennis balls abound -
And milkbones line the walkways just waiting to be found.

There even is a ring set up on the grass all lush and green -
And everyone who gaits around, becomes the Best of Breed.

For we're all winners in this place, we have no faults you see -
And God passes out those ribbons to each one, even me.

I drink from water laced with gold, my world a beauty to behold -
And wise old dogs do form my pride to amble at my very side.

At night I sleep in an angel's arms, her wings protecting me -
And moonbeams dance about us as stardust falls on thee.

So when your life on earth is spent, and you stand at Heaven's gate -
Have no fear of loneliness, for here, you know, I wait."

Author unknown.


2012

In Loving Memory
of
Juni (2001-2012) & Max (2001-2012)


We miss them so much every day. They were the happiest part of our lives.
They will stay in our hearts forever.
- John & Regina Enroth

2010

In Loving Memory
of
Sable (1998-2010)



Sable was born June 6, 1998 and passed away November 14, 2010 surrounded by the people who loved her the most. She left little paw prints on many hearts and is very deeply missed by her doggiemama and doggiepapa. She was the sweetest, gentlest, soul I have ever met. She taught us all the value of bravery when you feel your weakest, and that you can fit a lot of love into a small package.

Owners: Suzanne Mead and Matt Spight

In Loving Memory
of
my two late Boston Terriers Heidi (1983-1996) and Mayzie (1995-2010)

who are waiting for me at the Rainbow Bridge. I miss them both terribly.

Owner: Mitzi Sereno

In Loving Memory
of
Scout
2002-2010


Scout was best known for his big beautiful smile that could light up even the darkest of days or the saddest of hearts. He was a sweet "quirky" guy who just loved to be loved.... When you got lost in his soulful eyes... you knew you were in the presence of the biggest heart....

Taken from us much too soon, he will be missed every day.... and nights when I lay my head down, I still feel his body snuggled up to my back & hear the stark quiet in place of his soft snoring in my ear....

When it is my turn to go to the bridge to be reunited with my chunky monkey... I know I will see that wonderful "gallop" he did whenever I called his name.... and his sweet kisses will softly touch my face again....

RIP my beautiful boy... 2002 - 2010

Owner: Annette 'Nette' Von Heimbruch

2009

In Loving Memory
of


Hank

October 9, 1995 - September 9, 2009

Beloved
of
Donald Hanceford
and
Brandon Ford
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