Rainbow Bridge

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RoSIE

A little over six months ago, Rosie came to assimilate into our family and easily became part of the team. She had been neglected and was painfully thin, but she was excited to learn the routine and be part of the pack. Over the next few months, Rosie blossomed. Her fur began to grow back in and reflected the sun for a gorgeous red shine. She enjoyed block walks and all the toys to play with at her discretion. Walking was fun with many new places to sniff, and she had her choice of four dog beds upon which to recline. Small meals were offered regularly, and Rosie was content. But all was not so peaceful inside of her. Blood work led to an ultrasound where an inoperable mass had overtaken her liver, and the cancer was moving into her lungs. A treatment plan was developed by her vet, and Rosie continued to enjoy each and every day. But while small battles were won, cancer was to have the final victory. At first Rosie gained weight. Her frame filled out a little, and a miracle seemed to be happening. Both traditional Western as well as Chines herbs were prescribed, and everyone was amazed at her progress. That would not last. But by May, the liver had stopped functioning, and by the first of June, she was refusing most food and water. She stayed close to me, but her eyes no longer sparkled. It was time. On June 6, I closed Rosie’s eyes as the gift of peace was offered and she became an angel. That Night the other three dogs and I gazed into the heavens looking for the brightest star that would symbolize her arrival. I held her tightly at the end listening to her snore in the final moments. Her weight had dropped to 48 pounds, but every ounce of her was filled with love. She passed hearing me telling her how much I loved her and feeling my gentle strokes over her body. Thank you for helping Rosie’s journey to peace. I will miss her forever. –Roni Sumner

DIEGo

We extend our deepest sympathies to the three ‘mothers’ who loved Diego the most: Ann Czompo, Quanzhan Li, and Gamze Göksoy. Below is a tribute from his forever mom, Ann. Diego (13 years old) had a tough life. He began his life in Turkey as a family pet for eight years, then was discarded when his family adopted a new puppy. He was neglected and abandoned, becoming a street dog, and fending for himself. He kept returning to his home, so the family took him to one of Turkey’s forests (Dream Forest), a dumping ground for abandoned pets. He went home again, then was taken to a shelter with a request that he be euthanized, a request rejected by the veterinarian. He developed a severe case of mange with open sores and loss of hair. Eventually Diego was taken in by a rescue and rehabilitated, made available for adoption, but without success for several years. A good samaritan arranged for him to come to the u.S. through the rescue, but he was adopted then given up. SEVA GRREAT (Southern Virginia Golden Retriever Rescue, Education and Training) took him in for foster care during January 2020. In May Diego came to live with me and was adopted. He has been a wonderful companion for these two years, but he has been living and struggling with some overwhelming medical issues for a while. Today he was freed from these challenges as he crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Diego was a handsome, sweet, friendly, funny, charming fellow. I’ll never understand how this lovely dog was bounced around for years and didn’t land in a permanent home during those years. We’ve had great lives together. I love him and he will be greatly missed and remembered always.

HAnk

We adopted our handsome Hank through SEVA GRREAT and fostered by the Knoll family (their first) on January 28, 2011. He was an old soul in a young body. As my husband would say he checked all the boxes! We lost him recently on May 20, 2022 to cancer which was his fourth time getting it. He was a warrior! He will be dearly missed and definitely our HEART DOG. Words cannot express how fortunate we were to be chosen to take care of this beautiful soul! RIP Hanky Pank –Christine & Eric House

HollY

Sweet, sweet Holly! A very beloved golden... who will be forever loved and forever missed.

ZEkE

We offer our deepest sympathy to the Weber family on the loss of their golden boy, Zeke. Here is a tribute from his mom:

“Friday May 27th our dear Zeke crossed the rainbow bridge. Zeke was 15 years old and was the best boy. Zeke loved to go swimming and fetch a ball or frisbee from the water for hours and hours. He loved his family and his k9 companion with all he had and he was so loved in return. We miss him every minute of the day.” Zeke was known as “Reef” when he was adopted from SEVA GRREAT around 10 years ago! He loved riding in the Jeep, swimming, and playing ball. In addition to his human family, he leaves behind a doggie sister who misses him very much. –Chelsea and Daniel