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THE RAINBOW BRIDGE

This is going to be a page to remember our dear departed "Fur Kids" who have crossed "The Rainbow Bridge".  Our pets may be gone but they will never be forgotten!!!!
 
"The Rainbow Bridge"
Just this side of Heaven is a place called The Rainbow Bridge.  When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to The Rainbow Bridge.  There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.  There is plenty of food, water and sunshine and our friends are warm and comfortable.
 
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.  The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special, someone who was left behind.
 
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance.  His bright eyes are intent; his eager body begins to quiver.  Suddenly, he breaks from the group, flying over the green grass, faster and faster.  You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again.  The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into those trusting eyes, so long gone from your life, but never absent from your heart.
 
Then you cross The Rainbow Bridge together........
 
*AUTHOR UNKNOWN*
 
 
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This poem was sent to us shortly after the loss of our dear Audrey - it holds a very special place in our hearts as our Audrey did.  We thought this poem was a wonderful tribute to a dearly departed family member who was loved so much.
 
 
"A Special Place"
 
You have a Special Place Dear Lord that I know you'll always keep...
A Special Place reserved for dogs when they quietly fall asleep...
With large and airy kennels and a yard for hiding bones...
With maybe a little babbling creek that chatters over stones...
With wide green fields and flowers for those who never knew about running freely under Your sky of perfect blue...
Lord, I know You keep this Special Place and so to You I pray for one Special Audrey who quietly died today!!!
She was full of strength and love, and so very, very wise...
The puppy look she once had has long since left her eyes...
She is so dearly missed my Lord, and she was a very good friend of ours...
She went to join her ancestors to Your land that is so devine...
So speak to Audrey softly PLEASE, and give her a warm "Hello"...
She's a special gift to You Dear Lord from her Mommy, Daddy, Lynn, Jeffrey, Misty & Serena who loved her so!!!

RAINBOW LIST:
 
 
"WOULD HAVE BEEN OUR FOURTH GREYHOUND BABY"
Pet's Name:  Cerah (JC IT'S CERAH)
Birthdate:  5/1/99 or 5/22/99 (NOT SURE OF ACTUAL DATE)
Date of Death:  8/18/02
 
Reason for Death:  Not sure of actual cause of death but it might have been heat stroke from coming up on a hauler for 24 hours from Florida on a 93 degree day - no one really knows for sure what caused her death.  Cerah is now our "Foster Angel Girl" that we will never forget.
 
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Pet's Name:  Ghibli (BOB'S JO BOB)
Birthdate:  5/10/95
Date of Death:  11/25/02
 
Reason for Death:  Bone Cancer
 
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Pet Name:  Sarah (CBAR SARAH)
Birthdate:  11/10/94
Date of Death:  1/14/03
 
Reason for Death:  UNKNOWN
 
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"OUR SECOND GREYHOUND BABY"
Pet's Name:  Audrey (CANADA'S GABBY)
Birthdate:  11/8/96
"GOTCHA DAY" - October 1, 2000
Date of Death:  3/22/07
 
Reason for Death:  Severe Bone Cancer which resulted in a broken Femur in her right rear leg.  Audrey also had Bone Cancer starting in her Spine as well.  Audrey was put to sleep at 5 minutes to 7:00 PM (Thursday night) at Orchard Park Vet Clinic by Dr. Ross.  Audrey will always remain in our hearts & dearly missed. 
 
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"OUR FIRST GREYHOUND BABY"
Pet's Name:  Misty (CR'S SABATINI)
Birthdate:  1/26/95
"GOTCHA DAY" - March 26, 2000
Date of Death:  12/10/2008
 
Reason for Death:  Misty did not have Cancer nor did she suffer a Stroke, Misty was just wearing out from old age.  Her back legs couldn't support her anymore & she was in a great deal of pain.  Misty's Kidneys were also starting to fail, putting her to sleep was our last gift of love to her to ease her pain & suffering.  Misty was put to sleep at 5 minutes after 11:00 AM (Wednesday morning) at Thorn Avenue Small Animal Hospital by Dr. John Clauss.  Misty will be dearly missed & always loved.
 
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Pet's Name:  CHS POISON IVY
Birthdate:  12/30/1997 
"GOTCHA DAY"  August, 2006
Date of Death:  10/24/2006
 
Reason for Death:  Kidney Failure - Ivy blew up so badly, was in alot of pain & was finally put down by Dr. John Clauss at Thorn Avenue Animal Hospital.  Ivy finally found her "Forever Home" with her Mom (E.S.) but her time in that home was short lived.  One thing for sure was the last few months of Ivy's life were the best she had.
 
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Pet's Name:  BONGO (RACING NAME UNKNOWN)
Birthdate:  UNKNOWN
"GOTCHA DAY"  April 15, 2000
Date of Death:  April 24, 2008
 
Reason for Death:  Bone Cancer in Bongo's front leg - it was his time to go.  Bongo was in alot of pain & needed to find peace from his suffering.  He will be dearly missed.  Bongo was put to sleep at Buffalo Small Animal Hospital under the watchful eye of Judi Bunge.
 
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Pet's Name:  Bailey (RACING NAME UNKNOWN)
Birthdate:  UNKNOWN
"GOTCHA DAY"  June, 2002
Date of Death:  6/21/04
 
Reason for Death:  Bailey was put to sleep because he had Severe Bone Cancer & was in too much pain.  Bailey was put to sleep at Buffalo Small Animal Hospital under the watchful eye of Judi Bunge.
 
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Pet's Name:  Reese (RACING NAME UNKNOWN)
Birthdate:  UNKNOWN
"GOTCHA DAY"  September 16, 2004
Date of Death:  7/18/06
 
Reason for Death:  Broke his leg from Severe Bone Cancer & was in a great deal of pain.  Reese was put to sleep at Buffalo Small Animal Hospital under the watchful eye of Judi Bunge.
 

LOSS OF A DOG:
 
If you've ever known the joyful sound
Of barks that fill the air -
A sloppy kiss, a friendly paw,
A quiet adoring stare -
If you've ever had a special friend
To share a tear or two,
Or maybe just a wagging tail
To lift you when you're blue -
If you've ever felt the wrenching pain
That only death can send,
Then you have lost
Not just a dog -
You've truly lost a friend.
But God is good and treasures love
And there at Heaven's Gate -
A sloppy kiss, a joyful bark -
Your precious friend awaits!!!!

Greyhound Poem:
 
The grestest thing I have ever known,
Someone came and took me home.
I'm away from the track; hope I never go back!
Like a nightmare in my memory,
my future looked black!
 
Then I was adopted and my life was spared.
I thank God everyday that someone cared.
This must be Heaven, I'm a winner this time,
Got a ball, a bone, and a bed that's all mine!
 
I'm crazy about my family;
Devoted you might say.
Like a shadow besdie them,
You bet I want to stay!
 
I'm special too, they call me "sweetheart",
They hug me and kiss me and tell me I'm smart.
Even dreams are more peaceful; no stress, no strife,
Now I run for fun and not for my life!
 
*AUTHOR UNKNOWN*
 
 
 

GREYHOUNDS MAY NOT BE YOUR WHOLE LIFE BUT THEY DO MAKE YOUR LIFE WHOLE!!!!