National Pet Memorial Day.

Today is National Pet Memorial Day, So I thought i would take a few minutes to remember there passing over the Rainbow Bridge.

R.I.P. Oscar 07/2007 - 10/ 2011

Sadly we lost Oscar to FeLV

Millie when she was a kitten with our pet rat Frankie who has also passed away, It always makes me cry happy tears when I think of them two they developed a great bond and became inseperable if Frankie was out of her cage Millie would sleep with her and if Frankie was in her cage Millie and Oscar would sleep on top of it, we also had another rat Deano and the four of them would toddle off and curl up together, the bond they all had together was amazing.

R.I.P. Millie 07/2007 - 10/2009

Millie sadly passed away in the vets after being attacked by a neighbours dog, so our cats are now indoor cats and poor Oscar never got over Millie's passing and would just sit at the window looking for her I'm sure when he was out he kept on looking for Millie he never had a chance to say good bye and couldn't understand why she wouldn't come home.

Your all in our thoughts today, we never stop thinking of you, Always remembered but never forgotten. Thank you for guiding Coco and Cody in our direction we still feel your presence around the house and hear you playing

Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of Heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that 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.

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 

Is it a Ghost.

Mum and Dad bought a new bath set and Cody  thinks the bath mat was bought for him, he's decided to claim it does this mean i can have my bed back now.

I bet you're all wondering what he's looking at.

Mum and Dad think we've had a visit off one of our furry friends who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge, the photo was took at 10.00pm - 22.00hrs when it was pitch dark so can't be light shining through the window.

There have been strange goings on with cats running around upstairs when Cody's been sat downstairs and meowing sounds, I'm sure Millie and Oscar have paid us visits because there's lots of similarities of Millie and Oscar in Cody I'm sure the pair of them have told Cody how to wrap Mum and Dad around his little paw because he's to good at it and he likes to chase, play and snuggle with me like Millie did.

I'm glad you can't see Dad in the bath or else you might of thought it was a trailer for a wildlife programme about beached whales, I'm not saying he's fat but since packing in smoking he has got a bit rounder especially around the tummy area.

In memory of Oscar.

In memory of.
OSCAR.

07/2007 - 10/2011

 We can't believe it's been 12 months since you departed this world to go over the Rainbow Bridge to play with your sister Millie and the rest of the menagerie who went before you.

We were sorry to let you go but we couldn't let you suffer it wouldn't of been fair on any of us. It would of been cruel to keep pumping you full of medication without you having that quality of life.

We have got a new cat now Cody Catty but don't worry he's not a replacement, we could never replace you you were one in a million. You probably know about Cody anyhow you've probably seen him when you've been back to visit us, i certainly think you've had a word or two with him, he's developed a few of your traits ie tripping me up on the stairs, ambushing me on the stairs if I'm carrying Chicken or Salmon upstairs for his supper he tries to grab the bowl off me and empty it before i get upstairs, he likes his cuddles on the stairs and his night time treats. Oh and one more thing he's a Mummy's boy.

You might of left this world but you will never be forgotton, run free now free from pain and suffering.

R.I.P.

Lots of love Mum, Dad, Sheba and Cody. 

 Related post Rainbow Bridge.

Rainbow Bridge.

In memory of our Fur babies that have gone to Rainbow Bridge.

Millie who sadly passed away in the vets.

After being attacked by a neighbours dog.

RIP

07/2007 - 10/2009

Oscar who we had to PTS. After battling with FeLV.

You could just see it in his eyes, that he didn't want to go on.

RIP

07/2007 - 10/2011

Gone but not forgotten.

We will meet up again one day.

Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of Heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that 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.

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 

 

Special Gift

You're giving me a special gift,
So sorrowfully endowed,
And through these last few cherished days,
Your courage makes me proud.

But really, love is knowing
When your best friend is in pain,
And understanding earthly acts
Will only be in vain.

So looking deep into your eyes,
Beyond, into your soul,
I see in you the magic, that will
Once more make me whole.

The strength that you possess,
Is why I look to you today,
To do this thing that must be done,
For it's the only way.

That strength is why I've followed you,
And chose you as my friend,
And why I've loved you all these years...
My partner 'til the end.

Please, understand just what this gift,
You're giving, means to me,
It gives me back the strength I've lost,
And all my dignity.

You take a stand on my behalf,
For that is what friends do.
And know that what you do is right,
For I believe it too.

So one last time, I breathe your scent,
And through your hand I feel,
The courage that's within you,
To now grant me this appeal.

Cut the leash that holds me here,
Dear friend, and let me run,
Once more a strong and steady dog,
My pain and struggle done.

And don't despair my passing,
For I won't be far away,
Forever here, within your heart,
And memory I'll stay.

I'll be there watching over you,
Your ever faithful friend,
And in your memories I'll run,
...a young dog once again.

(anon)

MAY I GO NOW?

May I go now? Do you think the time is right?
May I say goodbye to pain filled days
and endless lonely nights?
I've lived my life and done my best,
an example tried to be.
So can I take that step beyond
and set my spirit free?

I didn't want to go at first,
I fought with all my might.
But something seems to draw me now
to a warm and loving light.
I want to go
I really do.
It's difficult to stay.

But I will try as best I can
to live just one more day.
To give you time to care for me
and share your love and fears.
I know you're sad and afraid,
because I see your tears.

I'll not be far,
I promise that, and hope you'll always know
that my spirit will be close to you
wherever you may go.
Thank you so for loving me.
You know I love you too,
that's why it's hard to say goodbye
and end this life with you.

So hold me now just one more time
and let me hear you say,
because you care so much for me,
you'll let me go today.

By Susan A. Jackson

There is a place .....

There is a place that some of us know
Where our dear departed pets all go
Where the sun always shines and butterflies wing
their way across fields where bluebirds sing

Where toy mice are scuttling and Frisbees do soar
There's tug toys and tennis balls and chew bones galore
With fields full of bluebells and a cool rippling stream
Where angels bring titbits and bowls full of cream

So try not to worry and try not to grieve
The love in their hearts will never leave
They'll happily play there and patiently wait
'Til you go to fetch them at heavens gate

Author: Tracey Jackson

My Life Story part 4. By Sheba the dog.

I forgot to tell you a story about Oscar our cat in my last update.

When ever my Dad took me for a walk & oscar was outside close enough to see us. He would run after after us & join in up to the end of the road. It was funny seeing him running between my Dad's legs trying to trip him up.

If he wasn't doing that he was running through the front gardens  jumping over the garden walls. It used to wind me up that i couldn't join in with him, to practise my agility. But my Dad always kept me on a lead so i couldn't run off how cruel was that, i think it would of been fun especially seeing the look on peoples faces. I don't think he would like it especially if Mum kept him on a short leash to stop him going to the pub for a quick pint of guinness. Oops maybe i shouldn't of said that in case Mum reads this & Dad gets into trouble.

I'm sure Oscar used to think he was a dog whenever they walked up to the local shops he would follow them & wait at the top of the road for them coming back. Or if they were going out in the car he would kick up a fuss until they walked around the block with him.

I used to make up for it when we got to the park though & i was let loose & could run like the wind. I used to like it in Winter & the park was waterlogged so i could play in the puddles, i used to like running into them & lowering myself down so my belly touched the water, my Dad used to say it looked like i was water skiing. Clean water is no good it had to be dirty I'm a bit of a water babe & not safe around water i love it that much. It doesn't matter if it's a lake, river, canal or a ditch full of stagnant water i will be in it. If i was human i would probably be classed as a tomboy.

Here's just a couple of me enjoying a paddle took last year.

My Dad just got me this nice new bowl for outside on the patio.. I don't know whether it's because I've been a good girl or because Mum wanted the casserole dish back that he's been using.

My Life Story part 3. By Sheba the dog.

Well i arrived safely in my new home. And there's not much to report except i think i spent most of my time sniffing around getting used to my surroundings. My Dad showed me were i was going to sleep.

When i arrived home there where two cats waiting for me Millie & Oscar as well as two rats Frankie & Deano, they where supposed to be named after Frank Sinatra & Dean Martin of the Rat Pack but realised later they where both female but the names stuck with them. An easy mistake  for the humans to make i suppose, i would of realised straight away though but therefore i am a dog but not an iams dog i suppose we must be special because if you spell Dog backwards you get God & you can't get much higher than that, i don't know who i was named after but Queen of Sheba sounds good.

I soon learned to get on with the cats, after a few corrections from Mum & Dad. Oscar was a bit nervous i don't think it was just me he nervous of he was just nervous in general Mum & Dad think he must of been abused as a kitten. And it took my Dad about six months or more to win him round he was a right Mummy's boy though i think she had a bit of a soft spot for him. I used to like chasing him though not in a nasty but because it was fun & i thought it was a game. Looking back it probably wasn't the smartest thing I've ever done & didn't do his confidence any good, Millie was different & just plain hard faced she just stood her ground & wouldn't move for me & eventually had enough & chased me.

I think Oscar did like me in his own little way though & the day before Mum & Dad took him to the vet to be PTS he came up to me & rubbed my nose with his i think he new his time was up & wanted to leave this life on good terms by saying there's no hard feelings & we're friends. I miss him now he's gone the house is a lot quieter & than after six months they get another cat called Cody who's a right terror & into everything, he's even taken to sleeping in my bed how's that for cheek.

Milllie & Frankie.

You can see Millie & Oscar on the Rainbow Bridge page if you haven't been there already.

When i was young they kept taking me outside all the time for my toileting needs & to get me used to where i was supposed to go. I had a few little accidents during the night but the puppy training pads they put down absorbed most of that. I slept quite good on my first night & didn't make much noise, Mum did give me a cuddly toy to cuddle up to though & some toys. I soon got the hang of the toileting & started to go to the back door to be let out.



As i got a little older & started teething they used to provide me with chews & a Kong to keep me happy. I have the classic Kong which are really durable. Which was a good idea because it stoped me from becoming bored & chewing the furniture. 

After my vaccinations were all done & i could start going out & mixing with other dogs, my Mum & Dad enrolled me in Puppy School to get me socialised with other dogs & humans & do some basic training. Which was held at our local vets but are situated all over the country i think. And then i started going to training classes at Maghull & District Dog Training Society to work towards my Kennnel club Puppy foundation, Bronze, Silver & Gold award. I passed my Puppy Foundation, Bronze & Silver award at the first time of asking.

Me & my Dad at the Bronze award night.

Me & my Dad at the club progress beginners class evening with our trophy's. For most improved dog & handler.

Me & my Dad at the Silver award evening.

Me & my Dad with our certificate for achieving over 80% of our marks, in the advanced progress test.