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following are memorials for lost pets. They are submitted to us by those
who have sought help from our group. If you would like to submit a memorial
for your pet, please contact us.
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you would like to remember your pet in our rainbow garden, click here
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JADE
One of the happiest
days of my life was adopting Jadey Girl. She was almost two years old and
had already suffered a lifetime of abuse at the hands of her previous owner.
I knew there was something special about her “fighting spirit” the day
I met her. From that day on we were inseparable. Jade loved car rides and
would always want to go wherever I went. She would often threaten to vomit
on the floor if I motioned to her to stay at home. Miraculously she would
recover when I agreed that she could go! At three years old Jade began
her endless journey to vet clinics as she was diagnosed with hip dysplasia.
At a very young age Jade’s walks were restricted and it was then her love
for the outdoors grew. Jade was fond of the backyard, lying in the sunniest
spot for hours. It would take many threats in the darkness and she would
hesitantly make her way inside. Even the cold did not stop her as I remember
one year how my hydrangea tree mysteriously lost its burlap only to find
her lying on it for a warm blanket. During her last days as I look back
I remember how she was persistent to lay outside even in the winter. I
would have to warm blankets in the dryer and wrap them around her as she
lay there. I believe she knew then that her time was near. Jade, as I would
often tell her, had a “little person inside”. She had a strong and wonderful
personality. It was quite evident when she would perform her song and dance
making this “phuh” sound flailing her head back and forth.
Jade enjoyed camping and her favorite was
the wiener roast. She loved her visits to petcetera and would always harass
the smaller animals. She also loved her friend “Mr.Squirrell” who would
tease her from the patio doors until she would be let out to chase him
up his tree. Jade was a true companion. I gave her all that I could because
she gave me so much more. She was my best friend and we went through a
lot together.
Jadey you will always be in our hearts and forever spoke of. I love you baby girl. Mom and Dad
Canadian
Kennel Club Registered Name: Derek's Northern Prancer
After coping with renal failure for the past two years, the decision to put Woody to rest was made early this week. He was euthanized yesterday afternoon with his human family surrounding him and comforting him as he took his final breath. He was a good dog and our hearts were so heavy to witness him leaving us. It's never easy to let go. Woody enjoyed emptying our trash in search of used Kleenex and scraps of food. His favourite trash food was chili and spaghetti, but he wasn't very fussy nor was he very neat about it. It was just last Saturday that we found him in Steph's kitchen chewing a hole in a garbage bag destined for the trash can. Right to the end, he was scrounging for morsels of food. Daela, my best 3 year-old friend, came by with her family on Tuesday to say goodbye to Mr. Woods. When I opened the door to greet the Coopers, Daela excitedly told me that the angels were coming to get Woody. It was just what I needed to hear from my wise, young friend.
Although Woody was small for a male Bichon, he had the heart of a big dog. I recall taking Woody on several major hikes and by the time we returned to our car, he would be covered in dirt and mud, but not once did he slow down or beg to be carried. He loved to go on hikes with us until he injured both hind legs. Fortunately, with a change in lifestyle and lot of carrying him up and downs stairs, his legs healed. We never made him jump or dance for us again to ensure he would always be able to walk and run. His walks were shortened substantially and, I must admit, it took longer to go around the block because he would stop often to smell the roses. His favorite game was for me to chase after him around the house and he loved to rough-house with Derek, growling and barking; trying to sound ferociously mean. In his exuberance, he would sometimes nip and if you pretended to be hurt, he would stop and lick your hand right away. He shared his food and water bowl with all his canine friends with never a complaint. However, he would not share treats with the cats. Instead he would bark at them if they got too close. He loved to lick melted ice cream or yogurt from a dish. Woody was a Houdini dog as he could escape most yards to go on his walk-abouts. If he saw an opened gate, he would head out and follow his nose. I don't know how many times I'd be frantically searching the neighbourhood to find out that he had decided to visit our neighbours Art and Flo who lived next door. Christmas 1996, Woody received a gift; a dog tag for his collar. It reads,  Our neighbours typically did not like dogs, but for some reason they loved Woody. When they heard we were putting Woody in a kennel during one of our vacations to Florida, they wouldn't hear of it. Woody took an exception to their leather sofa and would pee on it so we provided diapers. Art didn't think it was fitting for a dog and didn't care about pee on his sofa so he'd rip off the diaper while chastising Kevin and me. Woody had everybody wrapped around his little paw and his dark brown eyes always conveyed his loyalty and love. To honour Woody on his last day, we brought plain cheeseburgers over to Steph's house for Woody and his dog friends Zeke and Tabby. After the feast, they romped in the big grassy yard where they played so often.
We plan to scatter Woody's ashes in our backyard when we plant our shrubs and flowers. It'll be Woody's corner. As well, his name will be added to Rainbow Garden that will be located at the new Humane Society in Calgary. An organization that Steph has been with for a long time, The Pet Loss Support Group, started this project to honour the life-long commitment we each have to our companion animals. This memorial wall celebrates our pets' lives.
Kevin and I often looked at Woody as our baby and when we went out on walks together it was a race to see who would get the leash attached to Woody's collar. The winner got to walk the dog and Derek found out very soon when he reached his teens that girls would talk to him if he was out with Woody. Our dog was the best ice-breaker when we moved to Airdrie. I met more people willing to talk to me because of the cute white puppy. Up until the end, everybody thought Woody was a puppy. He had a good life. I've never known a sweeter, gentler dog. How blessed we were to have 16 years of living life with Woody. |
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"Morty"
Moran-Allford
KaribaRidge Shamwari Mtoro Oct 7, 2002 - Nov. 18, 2005 "A Special Ridgeback" It is with much sadness that I let all of you know that Morty crossed Rainbow Bridge on November 18th 2005. He was a very special Ridgeback who provided love and laughter every day to Mary and Bruce, he is deeply missed.
Morty was a wonderful ambassador for the breed. He made every visitor to his home feel that he had been waiting for that person to step into it. He was regal, he was loyal to the end as he would sit in the drivers set of his Mom?s vehicle waiting for her to return. Only to have a snack of brie cheese from the grocery bags while waiting. I will always have my memories of Mr. Burgundy, handsome, stately, goofy sweet boy that was born October 7, 2002, at 2:55 p.m. 1 lb. 7oz. #10 puppy of the Mwenzangu litter. God rest ye merry, gentle man. Sleep well.
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"Tali" I Am Not There I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn's rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there, I did not die. |
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ALBERTA
ROSE TYRONE I
am lost and alone without you
Your
kind and gentle soul
Your
gift was one of innocence
It
is when the world is quiet
It
is when the memories linger
It
is when I drift off slowly
It
is when I see your picture
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MISS YOU I
miss you every moment of every day
I
miss your beautiful big brown eyes
I
miss the jingle of your tags
I
miss your velvety ears
I
miss your footprints in the snow
I
miss your beautiful spotted coat
I
miss you and I walking in the park
I
miss you cuddling with me in bed
I
miss the love you shared with me
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Sabin
Hadley
Jan. 21, 1987 - Feb.2, 2000 5 Year Anniversary Sabin's beloved attributes included an innate second sight and the ability to communicate psychically, both a blessing and a testament to the deep, enduring bond formed with his family. One glorious day I will again call you wordlessly, and you will hear, and joyously run, Woo-wooing to greet me, when at last we meet in the tall grasses of our eternal unity, together again, forever wrapped in each other's love. "I
dropped a tear in the ocean. The day you find it is the day I will stop
missing you."
With eternal love, our Boo-Boo, Mom, Dad and Nissa |
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My
sweet Milo went to a better place on October 19, 2004. There will
not be a day that Milo's sweet memory doesn't cross my mind and I feel
a tinge of pain for him. His main goal while he was here was to give
and receive love and he did it like a pro. He will be emembered always
by his mom, dad, and granny.
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For
My "Louis Love" You were beauty, without being enveloped by vanity. Through times of sorrow, you pressed your body close to mine, our hearts beating together, your "old soul" eyes captured in mine, as your tongue gently embraced my tear stained cheeks. You were peace, love, honesty, strength, grace, and courage. My Louis, my love, my prince, may your soul be in peace. I crumble without you, but your spirit races through my veins, prancing endlessly in my mind, you will always be immortal in my heart. |
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Lou
Witham Lou
was the sunshine in our lives. with us for many years, faithful through
thick and thin.
We miss you so much, little friend. Suzanne, Katie and Seki |
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In
Memory of Maynard
"Words
cannot describe our sadness in losing Maynard. He was so loved ...
The Sobchishins |
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my 'Vester
always lovingly remembered. "He ate when he was hungry, slept when he was sleepy, and enjoyed existence to the very tips of his toes and the end of his expressive and slow-moving tail. He delighted to roam about the garden and stroll among the trees, and to lie on the green grass and luxuriate in all the sweet influences of summer." Charles Dudley Warner Susan Wright |
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Sadly
as it is inevitable that day came for my girl. Jade died on Tuesday January
8, 2008 @ 5:57 when her heart failed due to a tumor. It was larger than
her heart. But her mom and dad were there with her holding her as she crossed
rainbow bridge, assuring her that we will be there some day to be with
her.
