Pets Page

"Max"

This is Max at age 2 with Maggie

This is Max at age 1 with Dusty

Max, born on November 28th, 2003 is the newest one to join us. He became part of our family on January 16th, 2004
What joy this little guy has brought. He gets along well with all the others and it's great fun to watch them play.

"Maggie"

"Holly"

"Dusty"

Holly is my parents dog. She is a great playmate for my dogs .

Maggie is 6 years old. She is quite a charachter and knows just how to get her own way.
She has grown into quite a loveable dog.

Dusty is 8 years old. He is a very affectionate and loving dog, and a very good friend and playmate for both Maggie and Max.

Maggie

Dusty

Buddy

Max

Newest Pictures - August 28, 2007

Left to right - Max (3), Maggie (6), Dusty (8)

A friend sent me this poem after losing 5 year old Misty. What a great comfort this is for someone who's lost a pet. Please take a moment and read it. I do not know who the author of this is.

Lend Me A Doggie

I will lend to you for a while a Dog, said God,
For you to love him while he lives
and to mourn for him when he is gone.
Maybe for twelve or fourteen years,
or maybe for two or three
But will you, till I call him back
take care of him for me?

He'll bring his charms to gladden you
and should his stay be brief
you'll always have his memories
as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise that he will stay,
since all from earth return,
But there are lessons you can give
I want this dog to learn.

I've looked the whole world over
in search of teachers true
And from all the folk that crowd life's land
I have chosen you.
Now will you give him all your love
Nor think the labour vain
Nor hate me when I come to take my doggie back again.

The cycle of life must come around,
Know that the time must come.
For all the joys this dog will bring,
the risk of grief you'll run.
Will you shelter him with tenderness
Will you love him while you may
And for the happiness you'll know forever grateful stay.

But should I call him back
much sooner then you've planned
Please brave the bitter grief that comes
and try to understand.
If, by your love, you've managed
my wishes to achieve,
In memory of him that you've loved,
Cast now your glance to Heaven above,
and know he loved you too.

My Memorials

God? Please take good care of my babies. They're in your hands now.

Buddy was one of the most sensitive dogs I ever knew. He house broke in less then a week because he couldn't stand to be yelled at. The phone rang, and it was the pet store telling us they had a male mini daschaund in stock. We said we'd be right out to pick him up. We were sure we wanted him before we even saw him, and a better choice we could not have made. He was truly "My Buddy." When I would come home, he would run, jump up on my lap, jump up on me and smother me with kisses. And though he was bigger in size, he was the most gentle and caring dog. He would watch over the smaller dogs when they joined the family to make sure they were always safe. A kinder, sweeter dog you could not ask for. He spent his last few years being blind and deaf, but otherwise happy and healthy. He had a special diet of mashed potatoes with softened dog food which was all he could eat for the last few years. But he sure did love that! One of his favorite things were picnics at my mom & dads. He would wander for hours! And was always there for "grill watch" where he'd get a small piece of hamburger. He will be truly missed at the picnics from here on out. And truly missed here as well by all of us. We were so blessed to have had him with us for all but 18 years.

In Loving Memory of
"Buddy"

On Friday, June 16, I came home from work to find out that Buddy had a stroke. He was having trouble walking, but seemed to be coming around a bit. He walked some, drank some water, and then ate quite well. But returning home Saturday afternoon, I found him in much worse shape. It appeared that he had yet another stroke, but this time he just didn't come around. Saturday night, Buddy died at home. I felt blessed that I was here with him, but at the same time so sad that he had just 4 days before he would turn 18. I had special things planned for that day as well. He had surgury just a few weeks ago to remove a bleeder tumor and a small tumor in his eye, but came out of it wonderfully. He always seemed to "bounce back" from everything making it seem like he'd be with me forever, but I knew he couldn't be. I thank God for everyday that he was still here, and all the wonderful years we'd been given with him. Even at his age, a better disposition could not be had. Never once in his lifetime did I see him do anything not nice, or show any signs of anger. Thank you for all the wonderful years Buddy, and for being the most wonderful loving dog that anyone could hope for. You'll always be "My Buddy" in my heart and I'll love you and miss you forever!

June 21, 1988 - June 17, 2006

Buster was the black sheep of the family. He was not particularly cute like the others, but he had a special place in my heart. He was my comforter. If I cried, he was always there to make me feel better. He was known for liking to have his chest rubbed. It was always said, rub his chest and you made a friend forever. If you stopped rubbing, he'd take his paw and pull your hand back to get you to rub him some more.

In Loving Memory of
"Buster"

On November 1, 2003, the decision was made to end Buster's suffering. He had been diagnosed with kidney failure a few months before. We did everything possible to treat him and keep him comfortable until his death. He had such a love for life, he was such a happy dog right up until the end. He would follow me everywhere! I got so used to him being there, and that hurts most. He would look at you with such love in his eyes. But now, he rests in peace and will forever live on in my heart. Good bye Buster, I love you my sweet boy.

September 23, 1988 - November 1, 2003

In Loving Memory of
"Coco"

On January 6, 2003 we made the decision to put Coco down. He had suffered from Arthritis most of his life, and toward the end kidney failure and finally cancer. It became hard for him to eat and he slowly wasted away to nothing. Finally on this day, we knew it was time. Coco was the youngest of my older dogs although he appeared to be the oldest. He was the first of my boys to go. But he will suffer no more. Good night Coco,
sleep sweet my friend.

I feel it was fate that brought Coco to be with us. We had decided if he was still at the pet store, he'd come home with us. As we walked down the mall to the pet store, out into the mall ran this dog, and right over to us as if he knew we were coming to take him home. Coco was a hard dog to deal with as he had a Dr. Jeckyl & Mr. Hyde personality. One minute he'd be sweet and lovable the next mean and vicious. Yet you couldn't help but love him anyway.

December 26, 1989 - January 06, 2003

In Loving Memory of
"Muffy"

Just two days after the vicious attack on the US when I thought my heart could not hurt more, we found out we had to put Muffy down. We had 13 wonderful years with her and I'm grateful for that.
A more precious dog you could not ask for and I was blessed with her.
She will be missed much by us, but more by the others as she was always a comfort to them all. My hope is that she'll be with Mandy and Misty whom she dearly loved.
And that she'll "see" them and "hear" their cries of happiness.
Rest in peace my sweet girl.
I love you Muffy!

Muffy was one of the most lovable dogs I ever had. She was always "mother" to the bunch and had a wonderful personality. She was always a bit slower then the rest, and spent most of her life on medication for seizures. Sadly, this took a toll on her health which ended her life. The last two years of her life she spent being blind and deaf, but never unhappy. She still got around by sense of smell.
Even while being blind and deaf, she still played "mother" to the bunch.

February 23, 1988 - September 13, 2001

In Loving Memory Of "Misty"

On May 18th,2001 upon arriving home from vacation and anxiously heading over to pick up Dusty and Misty, the shock came. Misty became very sick and would have to be put down.
When a dog is old, and has problems, it's expected, but Misty only just turned five.
There is a void in my heart that she had once filled and she will be fovever missed.
I love you sweet Misty!

March 14, 1996 - May 18, 2001

Misty was a very sweet dog. She had alot of funny ways about her. She had to have everything in it's place. If something wasn't where it should be, she'd bark until you put it where it belonged. She was not much for showing affection, but she sure loved getting it. She was close to Dusty and a good playmate for him.

In Loving Memory Of "Mandy"

Mandy was my first dog. Her love of life was her ball. She would go nowhere without it. It was such a joy to spend countless hours watching her play with it. Her favorite was to take a blanket and cover the ball with it, then shake it until the ball rolled out. Pick it up, and start all over again. Mandy and Muffy had a very close bond.

October 13, 1987 - January 12, 2000

On January 12th, 2000 My loving Mandy passed away. I was fortunate enough to get to spend some time with her before we had her put down, and to be with her until the very end. Although time has passed, she is gone, she will be missed dearly and will live forever in my heart. I love you Mandy!

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