The house has felt very empty since Buddy left us. He was the first dog that Mike and I adopted together. In his younger days, he was Mike's jogging companion. His favorite activity was to run like the wind in a straight line. He was also content to just hang out with us. We will always miss him. (view collage) |
Quin (Arna Emerick) When you bring a pet into your life, you begin a journey – a journey that will bring you more love and devotion than you have ever known. This wonderful journey also tests your strength and courage. If you allow it, your journey will teach you many things about life, about yourself, and most of all about love. You will come away changed forever, for one soul cannot touch another without leaving its mark. Too many times we hike on automatic pilot, our goal being to complete the trail rather than enjoy the journey. When we walk as the dog does, we discover a whole new world. We learn what any dog knows: that nature has created a marvelously complex world that is full of surprises and ever changing wonders, each day an essence all its own. If you pay attention and learn well, when the journey ends, you will be not just a better person but the person your pet always knew you to be. This journey is not without pain, for surely as the sun sets one day our beloved companions will follow a trail we cannot yet go down. We must find the strength and love to let them go. Deep down we knew this journey would end one day. We knew that if we gave our hearts they would be broken, but give them we must for it is all they ask in return. When the time comes and the road curves ahead to a place we cannot see, we give one final gift and let them run on ahead… whole once more. "Godspeed my good friend Quin, until our journey comes full circle and our paths cross again". (view collage by Bruce of bamfoto) |
 Iggy (Maureen Flaherty) Our best friend Iggy said good bye today. He's left us with some tears but a far greater amount of good memories, including knowledge as to how strong a partnership can be both on and off the field, ideas for new career pursuits, and a host of adventures and new experiences, all pursued with unadulterated joy. We like to think that he's just a bit further up the trail, waiting for us. We will certainly be on the lookout. |
Zane (Judi Gandolfi) You were only with me for eight short years, but what a lifetime of memories we share. Fantastically loyal and dependable, you were my soul mate. My first agility dog, together we bumbled our way through. We shared so much together. You will always hold a special place in my heart. |
Cougar (Laurel Manning) From the day you picked me out in the puppy yard, you were the most loving, friendly, tractable dog I have ever known. We began agility to build your confidence, and it gave us an even closer bond. Nothing tamed your free spirit, your desire to run, to explore, to enjoy life. I will always miss you, my dear Cougie. |
Buddy (Val Thompson)
