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Comment by renee on April 28, 2011 at 6:46am

my vet sent me this link.  thought i would share

~renee'

http://www.vetspecialty.com/assets/pdf/Goodbye_and_Beyond-VSC.pdf

Comment by Lynne Fowler - Admin on January 26, 2011 at 4:52pm

OLD DOG IN A LOCKET

Old dog in a locket 
That lays next to my heart 
I will always love you 
As I did right from the start.

You were right beside me 
Through the darkest of my days 
It was your kind and gentle nature 
That made me want to stay.

Now I hold you in my arms 
Your breath still warm against my hand 
Our hearts still beat together 
And I wonder if you understand.

Through the hours that I held you 
Before the light did leave your soul 
I knew a way to keep you 
Forever in my hold.

I snipped the hair from around your eyes 
So I would always see 
The beauty that surrounds me 
Even in times of need.

I snipped the hair from around your ears 
So I would always hear 
Music in the distance 
To quiet any fears.

I snipped the hair from across your back 
To bring me strength in time of need 
And that the power of your essence 
Would always be with me.

I snipped the hair from around your heart 
That beat in time with mine 
So love would know to find me 
At some other distant time.

And so, your life slipped out of mine 
On a quiet spring like day 
But I knew that a part of you 
Was always here to stay.

Old dog in a locket 
That lays next to my heart 
I will always love you 
Even though we had to part. 
- -Author Unknown

~Naomi

Comment by Lynne Fowler - Admin on January 23, 2011 at 12:50pm

TISSUE ALERT - This was an article in a local paper. I had tears in my eyes reading it, and wanted to share it with all of the dog lovers here.

 

By Norb Franz 
Macomb Daily Staff Writer 

Click to enlarge 
Postal workers express sympathy, compassion 

Accompanied by a family friend, 4-year-old Anna Baker sat in her family’s car at a veterinary clinic while her parents and brother went inside with “Jack,” their pet golden retriever. 

Ted and Rebecca Baker and their son, Daniel, 8, took the loving 9-year-old dog that the couple had acquired as a puppy, inside for the heart-wrenching task of having him euthanized because of cancer. 

“When we came back into the car,” said Anna’s mom, “she realized Jack wasn’t with us. I think she expected Jack would be back in the car with us and be better.” 

Anna cried uncontrollably for hours. As the family tried to find a way to console the little girl as they put her to bed, Anna said she needed to write a letter to her dog. 

The next morning, Jan. 12, she drew a picture of her family and placed it in an envelope addressed to “Jack in Heaven.” 

Anna and her mom stepped to their mailbox just as their letter carrier, known only to them as “Amanda,” arrived. The next day, another familiar postal carrier, “Patricia,” said they could expect to receive a package in a few days. 

A couple days later, a U.S. Postal Service supervisor who only identified himself as “Dave” arrived with a box bearing the words, “From Jack in Heaven.” 

Promise delivered. 

The contents brought Rebecca Baker to tears. 

The Dear Anna letter, “written by” Jack, said he had arrived safely; that he and the other dogs play ball and swim all day. There are many squirrels to chase, and all the mail carriers have Milk Bones in their bags for them. 

“Although my bed isn’t as comfy as your’s, I want you to know that I am OK in the safe hands of God. I was very happy to receive the picture that you made for me,” the letter states. 

“I miss my family and I miss you,” it continues. “God sends his blessing and wants you to know that he loves you very much. We will be watching over you every day. Love always, Jack.” 

Included in the box from Jack was a book about a dog being put down, and a stuffed animal golden retriever. 

Mrs. Baker read the letter to Anna. The items lifted her daughter’s spirits, leaving her amazed. 

Like getting a letter from Santa Claus. 

“She really believed this came from Jack in heaven,” Baker said. 

Daniel also has struggled to cope with the loss of Jack. 

“He was his best friend. He would come home (from school) and tell Jack about his day,” his mother said. 

The unexpected kindness and caring shown by the postal workers has deeply affected the Bakers. 

“I was so touched that somebody we don’t know would care so much about my child and what she’s going through, that they would do something like this to help her,” she said. “Those people have touched me like I can’t even express.” 

Anna carries her new pet stuffed animal everywhere. Asked what name she has in mind for it, her answer was simple. 

“Jack.”

Comment by Lynne Fowler - Admin on January 16, 2011 at 8:35pm

My friend Terri is making beautiful memorials of beloved pets that have passed on. Here is the info if you are interested.

 

In Memory Keepsake Angel Photos

Hy Everyone
I would like to make Memorial's for you for the loss of your Beloved Pet...

This memorial will be mailed directly to your home...
8x10 On Glossy Paper, ready for Framing....
I hope asking for a small fee of $15 is not distasteful....just to cover the cost of paper, ink & postage.....
This is not intended to make money from your Pet's passing, but my little bit to you, in your Pet's Memory....

If you are interested, please message me with a photo you would like used....name, dates & mailing address...

You may inbox me or email me....
justice4babyboy@yahoo.com

http://www.facebook.com/JUSTICEforBABYBOY


Thank You, Terri Davis 
Creator of 
Rainbow Bridge "In Memory of our beloved Animals and pets"

To see the Memorial photos I make click this link
http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=144168002307912

Comment by Paula on December 12, 2010 at 6:27pm

thanks for your kind words Lynne

Comment by Lynne Fowler - Admin on December 12, 2010 at 1:53pm

Funny how they remain a part of our lives even after they are gone. Buster's paw prints will be on your heart forever, Paula. Until you meet again at the Rainbow Bridge.

Comment by Paula on December 12, 2010 at 1:49pm

.....remembering you today Buster and wishing that you were here with me You are the best little doggie in the world   ?1997-Oct.3 2008

Comment by Marie Shelto on March 31, 2009 at 7:33pm

No matter how many times I listen to it, I cry..whether I'm thinking of a pet or human that has passed on. Hopefully they are all happy.

Comment by Lynne Fowler - Admin on March 30, 2009 at 3:15pm

I like that...I wonder if millers and other bad peoplewho abuse animals will get to cross the bridge??? I don't think so...

Comment by Marie Shelto on March 18, 2009 at 9:39am

Thank you..it truly is and says it all.

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