RAINBOW BRIDGE

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Just this side of Heaven is a beautiful place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal, that has been especially close to someone here on earth, dies, that animal goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all our special animal friends so they run and play together. There is plenty of food and water and sunshine, and they are warm and comfortable. Those who had been ill or 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. They feel no pain or suffering, only comfort.

The animals are happy and content, but for one small thing, they miss someone very special to them who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks anxiously into the distance. The bright eyes are intent; the eager body quivers. Suddenly, he begins to break away 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 join, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. Happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your animal friend, so long and painfully gone from your life, but never, ever absent from your heart.

Then you cross the bridge to Heaven together..to live together in peace, joy and love forever

-anonymous



In memory of Willie, 1/13/82-8/30/94, and T.J., 8/4/84-12/10/94, without whom this all would not have become a reality. Though gone from my sight, you are always in my heart and mind. Linda

In memory of Morgen, 9/7/94-11/10/04, without whom I wouldn't have gone in rescue. Morgen, my Love, you were truly a special girl. Although Willie and T.J. were the reason I got into, and stayed with, Rottweilers, YOU were the reason I got involved in rescue. Your gentle nature, forgiving, trusting and unfailing love were an asset to the breed. You proved that a Rott without papers is just as good, if not better, than one with a pedigree a mile long. Sleep deep, my sweet girl, I'll see you at the bridge. Dad and I love you and miss you. - Linda and Roger.

In memory of Charley, 9/12/04-2/07, Charley, I'm so sorry that I couldn't save you, even after rescuing you. I loved you so much. I never knew you were in pain, but with your hips and other problems I know you're in a much better place, where you aren't suffering. I'll look for you and miss you each and every day. Sleep peacefully, my funny clown. - Linda

In memory of Angie, a rescue who I had from 9/5/06 until 10/07, Angie, I'm sorry your life had to be so short and so confusing. Before you came to rescue you had been taken from a person who kept you outside all the time and didn't take care of you, then you went to a shelter where you were adopted and you thought you would be forever, inside and loved, then you were put into rescue when your owner got divorced. Somewhere in that previous life you learned other animals hurt you and so you took your revenge on all other living animals. You were great with excellent with people, but unfortunately there was always the chance you would meet another animal and kill it. I miss you, Angie, sorry I couldn't save you, either. - Linda


In memory of Berley, who went peacefully to the bridge March 28, 2000.
In memory of Armand, who went to the Bridge May 3, 2000.
In memory of Solomon, who went to the Bridge in the Summer of 2002.
In memory of Bazzi, who went to the Bridge February 15, 2003.
In memory of Kiya, who went to the Bridge in 1999.
In memory of Simba, who went to the Bridge February 28, 2004.
In memory of Orielle (Ordelle), who went to the bridge September 29, 2004.
In memory of Max, who went to the bridge February, 2005.
In memory of Val, who went to the bridge on May 17, 2006.
Although you all were adopted out, you were still my babies and I will always be grateful to your adoptive parents for giving you all wonderful homes, for I know the those years had to be your happiest ones. - Linda

This was sent to the 4theluvofrotts list by a member, Amber Smith. She wrote it to help her through the pain of losing her dog, Ramo. I hope it touches your heart as it did mine.

Together Forever

Hi! My name is Ramo and I am a dog, my breed being rottweiler. Please don't be scared. I'm not mean. My mom calls me her teddy bear.

I love my mom very much; she is what I live for. My world is for her to come home, pet me and take me for car rides. We go on a lot of car rides. She takes me to this place where I don't have to stay in the car! I can go in with her! The people there are so nice. They always give me treats and everyone there pets me. I love it!

I have a job to do...keep my mom safe. I take my job very serious. I can always tell when someone is a bad person. It is a special sense I have. My mom doesn't have too many bad people at our house.

But I do remember this one time. I could not only hear someone outside our house, but I could smell they were bad. They were trying to get in when my mom wasn't home. I growled first, then I barked in my deepest voice and that scared them off. I was so proud of myself!

I'd like to tell you about my mom. She is the best! I would do anything for her. She lets me sleep in bed with her. Her bed is so big. There is more than enough room for both of us so I can stretch out.

I remember one day my mom came home from work and let me out to go potty, because I know better than to go potty in the house. Then we went to bed. My foot was hurting, so I started to lick it, again and again. My mom knew something was wrong. She stopped me, looked at my foot and saw what was wrong. I had cut my foot, so she called my doctor. The next thing I know, we are in the car on the way to my doctor's. You know what, they fixed my foot. It didn't hurt anymore! My mom takes really good care of me.

I couldn't have wished for a better life. I have everything I ever wanted: toys, bones, a place to live and a person to love! What more could a dog want?

I hated when it was time to leave my mom. I knew she would be sad, but there was nothing I could do. It was my time to go. I remember that day as if it were yesterday.

I was sick, throwning up all night. In the morning, my mom came in to check on me. She knew something was wrong, I could sense she was scared. My mom never could hide her feeling from me. We went outside so I could go potty. I couldn't even play with my basketball, my favorite toy!

My mom's cousin came over and we went for a car ride to my doctor. I threw up once on the way there. I felt so bad. When we got there we had to sit in the waiting area until my doctor called my name. My mom told my doctor what was happening to me. She was scared. I kept looking at her, wishing I could tell my mom everything would be okay.

My doctor took me to this room with a big funny-looking machine. I didn't know what it was. I had never seen anything like it. They made me lay down and took some pictures of me. I knew they were taking pictures because of the sound the machine made. It sounded like my mom's camera, she always took pictures of me.

Then my doctor took me to some cages and tied my leash to one of them. I watched as my doctor went in the room that my mom was in. I don't know what happened in there but I could hear my mom crying. I had to get back to her!

My doctor came out. She looked at me with the saddest eyes. I have never seen anyone look at me like that before. Then I saw my mom. She was crying like I had never seen. Tears were running down her face like someone had turned on a faucet and her body was shaking. Something was wrong! She needed me!

My doctor went back in the room with my mom and then came out to me. She untied my leash, I pulled as hard as I could. My doctor lost her balance as I pulled with all my strength. I had to get to my mom, she needed me!

I ran to my mom's side and she fell to her knees. She pulled me to her and held me so tight. I could feel her warm tears as they soaked into my fur and I felt the way her body shook with each sob. I wanted to talk so bad at that moment. I would have told her that everything would be fine, that she was the best mom ever. That she was my dream come true. All I could do was lick her face. I wanted to stop whatever was causing her so much pain. There was nothing I could do except be the loyal friend I was.

I didn't hear the doctor come back into the room until she started to talk to my mom. My mom made me lay down on the floor. I didn't like the floor at the doctor's. It was cold. My mom was holding my head in her lap. She was kissing me and telling me that everything was going to be okay. That my pain was going to end. I didn't understand why she was trying to comfort me.

My doctor gave me a shot. I felt so tired. No! I have to stay awake! I have to be with my mom! She needs me! But I was getting more tired by the minute. I couldn't fight it anymore. I closed my eyes and fell asleep.

When I woke up, I was in a place I had never been before. I stood on a bridge, one the color of the rainbow - red, green, blue, purple, yellow and orange. It stretched behind me, the end swallowed up by a swirling mist. Before me lay a valley nestled between rolling green hills and lush meadows. Water fell over a small cliff and pooled into a stream. It was pristine, pure and vibrant. Everything is perfect, like God. The temperature was spring like - you know the kind that wams you from the inside out.

All kinds of animals ran about playing. There were cats, dogs, birds, rabbits, hamsters - any kind of pet imaginable. Some romped while others stopped to eat at stations holding food. They looked like BIG dog bowls, only these never emptied. Once the animal was done the bowl would fill up again like magic!

One dog ran up and invited me to play. As I joined him a thought hit, this is where I'll stay. Playing in paradise until the time comes for my mom to join me. Then we'll take the last steps into Heaven, only this time we'll be together forever.

In memory of Bruteus, who went to the bridge on December 28, 2000. Although he was with us for little more than two years, he was the light of our lives, especially mine. I can only hope he knows what he meant to me, and to the kids, and that the last two years of his life were the best. Bruty will never be forgotten, and never will be replaced in my heart. He was the one who opened my eyes to a new world, and showed me that a gentle giant is the best giant. - Anne Zienert-Wilcox

In memory of Osiris (Siri) May, 1995, to April 9, 2000, and Horace, April 15, 2000, to December 26, 2000. Such beautiful, loving and loyal companions. We love you. - Joan and Jamie

In memory of Cujo, May 5, 1993, to September 9, 2000. My beautiful, silly, sweet best friend, I will miss you forever! You were one in a million! - Love, Gloria

In memory of Tyson, October 23, 2001. He never met a stranger or a person he didn't like. He loved puppies and little children. He brought such joy and love into our lives and will be sorely missed until we see him again. - Love, Jackie and Chris

In memory of Butkis, October, 1995-August, 2002. Daddy loves, misses, and thinks of you every day. Rest easy baby, and know Daddy loves you. - Bob

In memory of Kong, August 8, 2002. - Shana Jo Holtkamp, Grace's Mom, Kong's Human

In memory of Jim. Jim went to the bridge on September 30, 2002. He was my best friend and always fussing over me. He has taken a part of my heart with him to the bridge. I miss and love him so much. He may be gone from sight but not from mind, ever. I look forward to the day when we will meet again and be together forever. - Kyleen

In memory of Roxy, October 17, 1990 through January 3, 2003. You left your mark on us and we will always carry you in our hearts. You were the BEST. - Ray and Kathi Peck

In loving memory of Nikko (1994-2001). From the moment I first saw you, I knew you were special!!!! A day never goes by without thinking of you and wishing you were still by my side. You are greatly missed by everyone!!!! - Love your family, Andrea, Ed, Jacob, Sarah and your Buddy Natasha

In memory of Baby. You were so special, we will never forget you. We miss you. - Robin Whitaker and family

In memory of Tasha who went to the bridge on February 13, 2003. You were my life, my best friend, and are missed and loved more than any words can say. You are forever on my mind and in my heart. Tasha, you were the true meaning of "unconditional love." I will always love you, and pray when we meet again, it's for eternity. - Love, Laurie (Tasha's mom)

In memory of Milo who went to the bridge on March 13, 2003. God knew what he was doing when he put us together. You are in our hearts forever. As God held you and comforted you as you crossed the bridge, know that you will always be my little angel. For Mi boy, August 16th, 1995 - March 13, 2003. - Jeanette Juskewicz and Samie, too.

In memory of Samie-October 25, 1994 - March 3, 2005. The truest friend with a heart so pure and gentle. Your pain is gone and now you fly with the angels. My heart aches, for I miss you so. You were always my angel, sent straight from God. The time came when he called you home. So run with Milo and always know you'll be in my heart FOREVER. To my wiggle butt, my Samie girl. In loving memory. - Jeanette Cross and Diesel Dog.

In memory of Juliet (Jewels), February 1997 - July 17, 2003...I can't believe how much we miss you. You were so gentle and loving. All you wanted was to hang out with us as one of the family, which you were. You will be missed by Pam and Cathy, but especially by me, Ted. Please wait for me at the Rainbow Bridge. - Ted, Pam and Cathy.

In loving memory of Ramo, who went to the Bridge on July 27, 2003. You were my very best friend. you were always there for me. My shoulder to cry on, my reason for living, my whole world was for you. Thank you Ramo for always loving me no matter what. I miss you so much. I'm lost without you. You were my angel in disguise. - Amber.

Buddy came to us in October of 1992 and left our side on August 2, 2003. No dog was ever more faithful or loving. He's left a void that nothing will ever fill. We will forever miss him. - Brian, Dana, Jacob and Samantha - Saline, MI.

In memory of Fanny, June 18, 1992 to January 6, 2004. I miss you very much Fanny, you were my best friend for such a long time and you are dearly missed. Your pain is gone now Mama and we will always remember you. - Traci, April, Kara, Cliff and Sami.

In memory of Bailey 12/95 - 11/01. You were a big part of our family's life and are still very much missed. I think of you every day and wish that you were still with us. - Sharie, McKenna, Sydney Sutton.

In memory of Lizzy Mae, lost to cancer 8 years ago (as of 4/5/04). She was my first Rott and oh how I loved that companion of mine. I still cry over her, even though I have 2 different Rotts now. She made me laugh when times were bad, she was always there for me, even crowding my husband out of the bed. I could go on and on about her. But there are not enough words in the English language to tell you about her. - Marie Demeere.

In memory of Zak, 8/28/94 to 5/03/04. You were my special companion who taught me to celebrate every reunion, whether hours or days, and to rejoice at the joy of being together. Until we meet again, remember, I love you very much. - Carol and Shawn.

In loving memory of Heinz, 5/1/96 to 8/9/05. We lost our precious Heinz to cancer on 8/9/05. He is now at the bridge waiting for us. We will never forget him or the unconditional love he had for us and what a wonderful friend and companion he was. He went everywhere with us. He loved to ride on our pontoon boat, sitting on the front deck like he was "King of the Hill." We miss him so very much and can't wait to see him again. We know that he is no longer in any pain and that is such a comfort. It is so hard to come home to an empty house expecting to see him everywhere you look. Remember how much we love you big boy and we will see you when God calls us home also. - Love always, Mom, Dad, Nick, Riley, Muffin and Baxter. Whitmore Lake, MI.

In memory of Kosar, who lived in Akron OH, and who went to the bridge on September 10, 2005. We had you for 9-1/2 years. You loved chewing on your pillow and being with us. You are missed very much and will always bein our hearts. - The Wike family

In memory of Blue Thunder, August 27, 1994 to November 11, 2003. Rememberence Day is a day I will never see the same way. Not only do I get to say "thank you" to all the people who fought for what I have now, I also have a special day to remember you. I will never forget the way you loved me, no matter what; the sense of play and joy you added to our lives; the way you fought to keep us safe and to teach me what love is really about. You had such an impact on so many people's lives while you were here, and still while you wait, you impact lives. Please know, my Bubby, that the lessons you taught me are still in good use. Kasey is now the beneficiary of those lessons. I miss you so much Bubby and hope, when the time comes, we can play in that field on the other side of Rainbow Bridge. - With lots of love, Mommy and your girls, Alyssa and Tori.

In memory of Maxine, March, 1999, to January 26, 2006, unexpectedly. Maxi-Girl started out life living in an apartment, most of the time in a tiny bathroom. At 6 months old she came to live with us in her huge back yard. She leaves behind her best friends of seven years, Benny, a 10 year old Shepherd mix, who misses her dearly and her owners, "mama" who she slept with every night and followed like a shadow, and "papa" who brought her home that day seven years ago. Max lived and played hard every day up until the day she died, kabitzing over the fence to her friends in back, the boxers Molly and Abby, then to the two dogs next door, Sadie and Kietta. We all miss her very much, tears well up as I write this. I know she's playing her heart our over the Rainbow Bridge and tell her she'll see her mama soon. I'm right there with her in spirit. We love you, Maxi-Girl - Mary and Tony

In loving memory of Sonya, who went to the bridge on July 30, 2006. Sonya, you were the sweetest girl. We love you and miss you very much. I'm so glad I could give you the life you always dreamed of. You will never be forgotten. You are in our hearts always. - Love, Amber, John, Josh and Julian

In memory of Rotten, 1994-2007.Rotten left "Paw Prints" on our hearts. - Robert and Jacquie Potter

In memory of JerryLee. You were a loving Rottweiler thru and thru; the most loyal Rottweiler ever, always there when I needed him, never messing up my home, never chewing up things when I wasn't home. He was truly a Godsend to me and my family. He kept my son safe at all times. On Monday, September 17, 2007, JerryLee was bitten by a bee and was allergic to the venom. I hurried him to the vet and they tried in vain to save him, but the good Lord took him from us. May he rest in peace. We thank you JerryLee and we love and miss you. - Bernie Puente

In memory of my Willie, September 14, 1997 to October 6, 2007. I picked YOU out of a litter of 12. You ended up being the runt and the most beautiful, gentle companion ever. Even though you were born deaf, that didn't matter; we had a special bond and always understood each other. I will miss and love you forever my sweet girl. I know you are with JEANIE again and she will take good care of you until we meet again. - Kathie

In memory of the Rottweilers I have rescued but not been able to save..Please forgive me... - Linda


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