Rainbow Bridge

In memory of our
little people--PUGS September 1969 - 2008

PUGGER

FRITZY

SAM

MISSY

PEPPER

MIKE

RAINBOW BRIDGE
Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies who has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to 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. They are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, someone who had to be left behind. And then the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. The bright eyes are intent; the eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet again, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. You look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....... -- Author Unknown

WAITING
I got to the gate of Heaven yesterday After we said good-bye. I began to miss you terribly, Because I heard you cry. Suddenly there was an Angel And she asked me to enter Heaven's gate. I asked her if I could stay outside for someone who'd be late. I wouldn't make much noise you see, I wouldn't bark or howl. I'll only wait here patiently and play with my tennis ball. The Angel said I could stay right here and wait for you to come. Because Heaven just wouldn't be Heaven If I went in alone. So I'll wait right here, you take your time. But keep me in your heart. Because Heaven just wouldn't be Heaven Without you to warm my heart. - Anonymous -

Heaven's Doggy-Door
My best friend closed his eyes last night, As his head was in my hand. The Doctors said he was in pain, And it was hard for him to stand. The thoughts that scurried through my head, As I cradled him in my arms. Were of his younger, puppy years, And OH...his many charms. Today, there was no gentle nudge With an intense "I love you gaze", Only a heart thats filled with tears Remembering our joy filled days. But an Angel just appeared to me, And he said, "You should cry no more, God also loves our canine friends, He's installed a 'doggy-door"! - Anonymous -

Have You a dog in heaven, Lord?
Have You a dog in heaven, Lord? And do You pat its head? Does she sit up and beg each night Before she goes to bed? Does she look up with shining eyes When she sees Your smiling face? Does she wag her curley tail When she wants to run a race? Have You a dog in heaven, Lord? Is there room for just one more? 'Cause my little dog died today; She'll be waiting at Your door. Please take her into heaven, Lord, And keep her there for me, Just feed her, pet her, love her, Lord, That's all she'll ask of Thee. -AUTHOR UNKNOWN-

PoemBefore I grow too frail and weak, And all that's left is peace in sleep, I know you'll do what must be done, To end this fight that can't be won. I don't fear death as humans do, So let me try to comfort you, Come: let us take a quiet stroll, And share some quietness soul to soul. No need for words 'twixt you and I, No need to say a last good-bye, We've grown so close in mind and heart, It seems so cruel that we must part. Be sure I sense the pain you'll feel, Without me walking at your heel, The days will feel full of despair, Your "Sunshine" simply won't be there. In time the pain will slowly wane, You'll think of me and smile again, You'll speak with love and pride of me, Your extra special friend Now take me where my needs they'll tend, And stay there with me till the end, Hold me close with soft good-byes, 'Till life's bright light has left my eyes. The final sound I need to hear, Is your soft voice upon my ear. Your loving face will fade and dim, As the rush of heaven closes in Author Unknown

Rescue Poem

Hi Nancy, I saw this poem on a rescue forum and it made me think of you and little Max (Max is a little Pug we rescued out of Mexico). Hope you all are doing well. Diana

The Reason

I would have died that day if not for you
I would have given up on life if not for your kind eyes
I would have used my teeth in fear if not for your gentle hands
I would have left this life believing that all humans don't care
Believing that there is no such thing as fur that isn't matted, skin that isn't flea bitten, beds to sleep on, someone to love me, to show me
I deserve love just because I exist
Your kind eyes, your loving smile, your gentle hands
Your big heart saved me…
You saved me from the terror of the pound
Soothing away the memories of my old life
You have taught me what it means to be loved
I have seen you do the same for other dogs like me
I have heard you ask yourself in the time of despair why you do it. When there is no more money, no more room, no more homes
You open your heart a little bigger, stretch the money a little tighter, make just a little more room to save one more like me.
I tell you with gratitude and love that shines in my eyes, In the best way I know how
Reminding you why you go on trying.
I am the reason.
The dogs before me are the reason.
As are the ones who come after.
Our lives would have been wasted, our love never given
We would have died if not for you!

Author Unknown
Sam and Missy were adopted from the Arizona Humane Society

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