Party - EagleRuns Celebrate The Dream

The Gentle Reigning Queen at QUEST. She was goodness personified, and died far too young. Goodby Party, the pleasure was definately ours. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Joey & Nanette O'Connor - Quest http://www.geocities.com/quest

Patrick

This was my beloved Patrick he died May 10th 2000.  You were much to young to leave.  The 5 years were had together will never be forgotten or the spot in my heart for you replaced.  Bod is there with you now, wait for me by The Rainbow Bridge.  I will be there one day to get you both.  I still think of you everyday and love you my dear boy.  Rest in peace. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Barbara.

Johnson's Phoenix Rising
May 6, 2002 ---- May 1, 2004

Like a comet Blazing 'cross the evening sky, Gone too soon Like a rainbow, fading in the twinkling of an eye, Gone too soon Shiny and sparkly, and splendidly bright, Here one day, gone one night Like the loss of sunlight, on a cloudy afternoon, Gone too soon Like a castle, built upon a sandy beach, Gone too soon Like a perfect flower, that is just beyond your reach, Gone too soon Born to amuse, to inspire, to delight, Here one day, gone one night Like a sunset, dying with the rising of the moon Gone too soon...gone too soon. "Gone Too Soon" - As sung by Julie Budd What a light you brought to my life! Every time I saw your big and always present smile I couldn't help but smile myself. You beat the odds to rise once only to be taken away six months later. My heart hurts every day but I am always thankful for our extra time together. I will never brush my teeth, put on my shoes or watch television the same without you. I miss the way you looked at me and then quickly looked away when I saw you. I know that you loved me and I only hope that I showed you enough how much I loved you. You're in the middle of my children lost, let your big brother Chayanne watch over you and take care of little Commanche for me! Wait for me at the rainbow bridge and know that you are always in my heart. ...Daddy Owned, loved and sadly missed by Brian Johnson

Prince   03/06/92 - 06/23/99

Prince was one of those *once in a lifetime* dogs.  He was so different than any other dog that I have had and his unique personality shows in his pictures. He was quite the handful, but that's what made him so special. I can honestly say that his name will be coming up in our family conversations for a very long time. He made a lasting impression on our lives. I realized that the things, that annoyed us most about him, are what we seem to miss the most. This is one of those quirks he had: Most dogs bark when people are coming into the house, or knocking on the door. Prince used to hate it when people would leave. He would bark his head off if he thought someone was going, and it didn't matter how well he knew the person, friend or foe...didn't matter. He hated to see people leave. Even though Prince has been gone a year now, we are always questioning each other...."why it's so quiet when we leave the house?". And I have to remind everyone that it was Prince who used to do that, not the other dogs. You were taken away much to soon, we will never forget you. "Prince" Owned, loved and sadly missed by Doreen Emerick & family http://www.mwisp.com/~demerick/

Pukku ~ July 20, 1997 - September 2, 2003

Pukku was the most incredible dog I have ever known. Everyone thinks that their own dog is the most wonderful and special creature in the world, which they should and is probably true to that particular person. Pukku was that kind of dog for me. He wasn't just a dog but my closest and dearest friend. When I felt like there was no one else in the world to fall back on, he always assured me with his loving blue eyes and soft, friendly expression. He always reminded me that everything was going to be alright because he was there, but now I feel completely lost without him. Our bond was was especially tight because he relied on me as well. Pukku was deaf so, to him, I was his ears. He trusted me whole heartedly as I did him. I was his ears and he was my heart.   My precious boy was diagnosed with lymphoma on August 30, 2003 after being ill with what we thought was kennel cough for about a month and a half. He fought the good fight and we put him to sleep on September 2, 2003. It was both comforting and agonizing at the same time. On one hand I knew that he would never know pain again, but on the other hand I had lost the most precious thing in my life. If I could, I would still be on that examining room floor holding holding him with his head rested peacefully in my lap right now. There is never a time where it's ok and you're ready to let go, you just have to go. I could not have loved that dog any more if I had tried. He was and still is the core and captor of my very heart  and soul and he will be eternally loved and cherished.   Pukku, I will never forget that afternoon at the park when you met that 3 year old boy. He used to be terrified of dogs, that was until he met you. He looked into your face and you licked his hand. Instead of screaming and crying he gigged and threw his arms around your neck. It was like magic. The old man on the corner who used to stop us to pet you on our every walk cried when I told him you have left us. For only these two of many MANY reasons, I know how special you are...not WERE, but ARE.   Pukku, you touched a special place in the heart of every person you met. Your enchanting blue eyes, soft Aussie expression, charming personality, and gentle soul stole the hearts of all who came into contact with you and forced them to love you. Whether it was a stranger we met on the street on one of our walks who commented on how beautiful you were, or any one of my friends from school who said hello to and hugged you before they did me, you invaded and conquered every one of our hearts.   "I'll love you forever; I'll love you for always; as long as I'm living my baby you'll be."   Rest well sweet one. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Teresa King, Pukku's young "best friend"

Raven ~ July 4, 1995 - March 2, 2003

.....God spoke, "Of all creation you live nearest to the noble heavenly traits; and so my name I backward gladly spell and call you DOG." The raven brought her to me and the coyote took her back. Yesterday Raven, lame and very game, took a cross-country 5-mile ski with me around Lake Mary, staying by my side or ahead of me, even on the downhill section, with classy athleticism despite her disability. After dinner, just after dark, I took her for a walk, and on the way home she spotted coyotes in the snow near the house. As was her "job", she streaked like a bullet, forgetting her sore leg, to move them out, in the process probably fracturing the tumorous bone (diagnosed only 3 days ago). The pain was way too intense to wait for leg removal, and at 3 a.m. this morning the vet arrived from Bishop to send her on her last hike. She died in her bed, at the foot of my bed, her head in my lap. So many high country miles have we trekked and backpacked together, so many pinky bronze sunsets, trout rising in the glassy lakes at dusk, her gaze on them as intent as my own. "Mr. Bow Jangles....his dog up and died....after 20 years he still grieves." And I know why. Good girl, Raven. Veeerrry good girl.

Reno - AKC Sugarbush's Renegade Maverick, TDInc 12/3/93 - 10/25/99

Reno was known officially by two names AKC Sugarbush's Renegage Maverick, TDInc and ASCA Sugarbush's Lone Ranger, TDInc…two names, one beautiful dog. Reno was my hero dog. He was kind and gentle, and glowed with a light from within despite the worst of puppyhoods (read Reno's story at ). Run with the wind, sweet boy. May you be forever young. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Sheila and Roger Boneham - Perennial

Muddy Acres Rowdy Rhett Butler - January 26, 2003-January 3, 2009

Companion to Muddy Acres Miss Scarlet Rose & Muddy Acres Southern Gentleman Beau My beautiful big, red boy, you are missed in more ways than you could ever imagine! On the day of your birth, I knew you were to be mine and I, rather unwittingly, would be yours. You were my ever faithful companion; as devoted to me as I was to you. You brought much joy to every life you touch (for many loved you) but most importantly to mine. Your life was cut short so suddenly and while I know that you will no longer suffer from the terrible disease that so abruptly took your life, the loss remains difficult. There isn't a day that goes by in which you aren't remembered, still loved, and most importantly, cherished. You will always be in my heart and will always be my "special" boy! I miss you terribly. - Mom Loved and cherished by Scott & Heather Tubbs

Riley

Our beloved Riley came to us in 1994, and quickly became a member of our family. We lost him to cancer in May, 2001, causing a great sense of loss to us all. While we are mourning him, though, we choose to remember the wonderful years we did have him, and consider ourselves much richer for having known him. Over the years, he got to know us and we got to know him, and he became more and more an integral part of our family. In return, he showed us great love and affection every day, right until his last day here on earth. We shall never forget him for the rest of our lives. While we will go on to another Aussie, there will never be a another like him. Owned, loved and sadly missed by the Jimmy Carlisle family

Castles' Rockin Ringo 2/19/89-10/31/2000

Ringo lost his battle with Hemangiosarcoma.  My beautiful boy Ringo, you gave me your heart and when you left took part of mine with you.  You made me smile when I did not feel like it, made every day a good one.  I wanted you in my life so much longer but you let me know it was time.  Thank you Ringo for always being there for me, you "are" my Champion and I will never forget you. Please visit Ringo's own tribute page, and read the beautiful poem Diane wrote for him, at http://www.homestead.com/msdemeanorhome/ringorainbow2.html Owned, loved and sadly missed by Diane DeVoto

Roper

Although Roper left us far too young, he has left his "footprints" all over our hearts. We see all the kids and grandkids that he brought into our lives and we know that if it hadn't been for Roper we never would have met so many wonderful people or dogs in the Aussie world. He was a very special dog and will always be remembered with love. Rest easy sweet boy, we love you and miss you. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Allen & Lisa Renville - Lakehills http://www.lakehillaussies.com

Aelicks Samson  Can & ASCA CD , FDX , CGC , TDI
 October 22, 1986 to July 9, 2002

Samson was a big part of who I am as an Aussie person . He taught me SO much !!. He taught me to win graciously and to be a good loser . Although I never went very far in competition with this boy , it was not that he was not capable . He is the reason I got back into breeding after several years away from it . I just had to let other people have the ultimate Aussie experience . And what better way than with a Samson son or daughter . Owned, loved and sadly missed by the Aelick family http://www3.sympatico.ca/highrail

Sara - Sara Linda - 11/21/87 - 12/1199

Sara picked me to be her Momma. She was my traveling companion, and when I was moving to Orlando this past year, she got into the back seat of my car without me even knowing she was there. I looked out the window and saw her sitting in the back seat, ready to go. Sara always smiled, not the typical Aussie "grin," but a smile from the heart and soul. She was a gentle little "fairy princess" to her older brothers, Felix and Oscar, and she is with them again. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Susan Shea & Max

AKC Champion Countrywoods Take Charge Sarge HT STDs TDI CGC
March 1992 - December 2007

Well the day I have anticipated, joked bout, and dreaded has finally come to be. I am so heartbroken there are no good words...Sadness and sorrow do pass with time, this I know but altho I have this big smile from the years of great joy spent with this particular dog, the tears flow with each thought, I smile and remember some silly memory and find myself sniffling. I held him tight and felt the last breath from my old friend.... The two dogs who I have been possessed by were Headliner and Copper, my loves, my touch with fame so to speak, I loved them with all my heart but sold them young because they were as close to perfect as one could ask for, I felt they had more to offer the breed than I could give them opportunity for, they still run thru my mind in that perfect state... but Sarge is in my mind and heart as just the everyday dog, he was the most awesome puppy ever, that’s how he got his name, Take Charge Sarge, he was 5 weeks old and took everything in stride, climbed logs that the big dogs just jumped over, kept up with the pack and just knew he was supposed to belong. Sarge was always like an older dog... even as a pup, then he just grew up... he aged with grace and was King here till his end. He brought Glenda and I together as he spent time with her in Florida, she gave him his AKC titles and after sending him back here for me to put the ASCA titles on him decided to leave him up here with me as the Great White North agreed with him and I loved him so much... it is pretty funny but Glenda actually owned him till he was 9, on an assignment up here at my 4th of July show in front of the world at our big party/BBQ she handed me his signed papers... after all, possesion was 9/10s of the law right ,hehehe but she made me cry in front of everybody. All over that silly old dog :) she cried to Sarge touched so many lives in so many ways, he recieved an award for 100 hours of Service as a Therapy Dog, was a great Ambassador for the Australian Shepherd in the early years of AKC recognition and was pretty much till the end "wowing" folks here to pick up a pup just a few weeks ago with his gorgeous eye's, dignity and good manners. You wouldn't believe how many pups have been named after him... of many breeds! I think my proudest/fondest memories will always be of the pride I always had at our big Cobo Hall Benched show over the years where Sarge could always be found sitting or laying on top of the crates happily being fondled by literally hundreds of people a day, once lifting his paw over two hundred times before our 12:30 ring time. Sarge is also the only Aussie EVER exhibited there with both Champion and Stock Titles. One year there were 63 entered and it was us the Working Demo folks came to and asked to represent the breed in the Herding Dog parade and demo, I considered that such an honor. For 13 years Sarge sat atop the crates jumping down to visit with the wheelchair ridden folks and schmooz with the public, every year I would burst with inner pride as I could see people turning a corner at the far end of our isle, bursting into smiles and pointing, I could read their lips as they came pointing saying "Yep, he's here, there's Sarge " coming for their annual visit. He couldn't jump the 4 feet up and down the last couple of years but a strategically placed chair solved that problem :) He was just a great old dog and I'm glad I got to share him with so many. I never claimed Sarge to be the greatest Champion in the physical sense but they sure don't come any finer in the mentality or heart area. I will miss him in the daily goings on but his presence will last forever, like a good country song...”I wouldn't have missed the dance”. Hurting and Sadness will pass but fond memories last forever, Loved forever and missed by Sunday Miles (Countrywoods Kennel and Farm) http://www.countrywoodsfarm.com/dogs.htm

Scamp - Thornapples Splendid Heart

A splendid heart he was. All good, through and through. He had to go to the rainbow bridge when he was only two and a half. He was a special "loan" from God...we are very lucky to have had his presence and love for even such a short time. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Kim & Don Gargaro

Cobblestones Scarlet ASCA/AKC CDX CGC MX MXJ RS-E JS-E EAC EJC
1 AKC Utility leg, 1 GS-N/NGC Agility leg, and 2 USDAA PI Standard Agility legs.

My precious Scarlet passed away on September 15, 2003.  My beloved was gone in seconds.  Our veterinarian speculates that the cause of death was due to a brain aneurysm.  She was only 7 ½ years old when she left me that shocking evening. Scarlet was my first Aussie that I trained for show.  We learned everything together.  She had earned 25 titles when she passed on.  I had already planned and had her entered in more trials for her to earn 5 more titles.  Scarlet was so beautiful and smart.  She was always with me, my shadow, and slept in her bed right next to mine.  I loved training her in agility and obedience.  She was such a joy.  She was more than a pet.  She was a part of our family.  She accomplished more than I could have ever dreamed.  I miss her terribly.  She will always be loved and missed by Bonnie Herrell and family.

Sheesa - Mikatura's Sheesa-Dawg-Too 6/24/85 - 1/9/96

You were our first girl and with your unforgettable ways you hooked us on Aussies forever. Sleep well my lovely, we miss you every day. Just a little note of warning, we had to have Sheesa put to sleep at 9 years of age due to multiple blockages of her intestines caused by small pieces of rawhide! While we thought we were being kind and loving owners giving the dogs those beautiful big rawhide bones, unfortunately we were contributing to a slow and silent killer. Even a piece as small as 1/2" can cause a major blockage in a dogs intestine. Please remember Sheesa and her story next time you go to buy treats for your dog...a big old RAW beef marrow bone is much healthier!  Owned, loved and sadly missed by Jeni & Foss Gallichan - Mikatura http://www.mikatura.com

Sophie

We adopted Sophie after she was rescued as a stray. What a loving, wonderful Aussie she was.  Sophie never met a person, dog or cat that she didn't like.  Her love was limitless.  She was a devoted caregiver also.  Sophie had the softest, silkiest fur you could just bury your face in.  When I drove somewhere she would put her head over my shoulder and lay her cheek against mine.  She loved being vacummed and it was sometimes difficult to do the floors.  Sophie would wait for me to arrive home from work and would race my vehicle along the inside fence line.  I would open the gate and she would shower me with butterfly kisses.  I miss her so very much and I know our other dogs do too .We fondly referred to her as "Snow Feet".  The impact she had on my life and the lives of others has been immeasurable and I feel that she has probably been rewarded for that. It was devastating to learn that she was terminally ill.  Her time with us was so short ,just a couple of years.  Our solace is that we gave her the care and love that she deserved in the last years of her life.  Many thanks to Joanne and Shannon as well as the many others whose selflessness is assisting the rescue and placement of these loving creatures. Owned, loved and sadly missed by June and Gerry Ward, 100 Mile House, B.C.

“Speedy” - Mytymes Wild Heart – April 1997 – Dec 2006

Our dog “Speedy” was truly a gift. His life started out rough when, at four months, he endured open heart surgery to repair a severe heart murmur. He nearly lost his life but was a fighter and made it through with no lasting effects. He lived an active, mischievous life for the next 9 ½ years. We had to make the hardest decision to let him go after a ruptured disc left him paralyzed. Speedy, Thank you for being our trusted friend, great companion, and a shoulder to cry on. We will especially miss how you would protect our home, and how you would play soccer with such intensity (never taking your eye off the ball). Also we will miss your trick of being “shy” and playing dead. You could always make us laugh. Caring for you was truly our pleasure. Thank you… for taking care of us. Have a safe journey “Meanie”, we’ll never forget you. Sadly missed by Mitzy, Wilson, Lucas and Jazz

"Sooky" ~ Big Run Prairie Wind RN, RL1, RL1 Award of Excellence, CGC, TDI
November 27, 2005- August 28, 2008

Sooky came into our lives just a week after our beautiful Buchanan passed away. I promised Sooky's mom, Nellie, that we would keep a red merle girl if she had one. Nellie had 4 red merles, but just one girl who became our Sooky. In Australian outback slang, sooky means soft or sensitive and the name fit our girl perfectly. Because of her unique red merle coloring and amazingly sweet personality, Sooky stopped traffic everywhere she went. Sooky loved obedience training and by the time she was a year old had earned five obedience related titles including her therapy dog certification. When she was just 13 months, Sooky went into cardiac failure and was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect and given only a few short months to live. She lived for another 1 year and 8 months. I am happy that we did not know of her problem, since her life and ours would have been so different. Sooky led a pretty normal life until the end playing with her canine family: Nellie, her mom; Sera, her sister; and Molly her niece. She loved to swim and play frisbee even though the cardiologist said that she shouldn't play. She played anyway and outlived his predictions by a longshot. Although her show career was cut short by her illness, she continued to serve as a therapy dog at several nursing and assisted living facilities close to home. She made friends everywhere she went. Sooky taught me to take each day as it comes and live it to the full. There might not be a tomorrow. She made hundreds of friends in her very short life and each day she was with us was a treasure. Sleep well, Sweet Sooky. Bury me out on the prairie Where the buffalo used to roam. You won't have to shed a tear for me 'Cause then I won't be far from home. --Neil Young, "Far From Home" from Prairie Wind Gayle Silberhorn & Aussie Girls "Nellie, Sera & Molly"

Spur - Las Rocosa Rust'N'Spurs At Mikatura 6/20/99 - 11/22/99

Spur was my shadow & my soul-mate. His young life was just starting when he was taken from us. His happy nature, wonderful zest for learning & willingness to drop everything to play ball or go herd the sheep was wonderful to be around, he had a way of making everyone around him smile. Spur's beautiful blue "ghost eyes" seemed always to be dancing with mischief. Rest easy little "Mudpie", we see your spirit out with the sheep every day. We all love you & miss you. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Jeni & Foss Gallichan - Mikatura http://www.mikatura.com

Streaker - CH Silver Streak of Windermere

We owned Streaker (or should I say he owned us!) for 14 years. He was a very special boy and we are very lucky to have his descendents, and watch his son, Ch Cimmarons Sterling Silver, do so well with Gail. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Harry & Kathy Staten - Copper Creek Kennel http://homes.acmecity.com/rosie/wha/672/

Sumo ~ 28 May 1998 - 9 June 2002

Sumo was one of the first Aussies in New Zealand. He was our best friend. He was only 4 years old when he died of Lymphosarcoma. He was such a true loyal and special friend. Sumo could not bear to be without us and insisted on sleeping in our bedroom on the floor and sometimes on the bed with us. His death has hit us badly and we miss him dearly. He was loved by so many others who thought the world of him as well. He was such a great dog. Sumo we will never forget you, you were simply "the best"! Owned, loved and sadly missed by Louise and Chris Scott Christchurch New Zealand

Sunny - DOD October 31, 2000

We truly to miss you Sunny, but now you are with Spur and lots of others who did not deserve this bad bad penalty, you don't know how special you really were to me, I LOVE YOU! Sunny died from poisoning at 7 months of age. Please do be careful, someone wanted him dead they planted the poison in the yard, OH watch those babies grow and love them because one day they are not going to be around. My other dogs do miss Sunny, all they do is mope. I have a Rat terrier and a collie/aussie mix, and a blue merle Aussie. The collie/aussie was always followed by Sunny so we don't have a photo of him alone! He was so sweet and I loved my baby. His coloring is an odd color he was deep chocolate and tan with a white butt under the tail and pricked ears. Bye baby, Mommy misses you! Owned, loved and sadly missed by his 15 year old "Mom" Allison Shaw

Sydney

Our Australian Shepherd, Sydney, disappeared from our backyard. We do not think she is coming back. It is amazing how much Sydney was part of the fabric of our household.  Watching over us as if we were her flock of sheep, wondering if there were any leftovers on our dinner plates for her, going out with Randy when it was time to fill the birdfeeders, trying to persuade us to play fetch-the-hedgehog instead of watching the news on TV, walking at the Memory Walk to help raise money for the Alzheimer's Foundation. Disappeared: the dog who joyously chased curlews in the surf at Galveston. Disappeared: the dog who joyously fetched sticks from Lake Superior. Disappeared: the dog that joyously wore a St. Louis Rams kerchief in the Crewe of Barkus Mardi Gras Parade. The fabric of our household will never be the same again. We do not know if Sydney is alive or if Sydney is dead. We do not know how she spent her last day on Earth. We do not know when our shattered hearts will mend. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Randy Pulliam and Doug Schneider

Sydney

Sydney was an awesome dog. He lived from November 1 1995 to June 30th 2003.  Although here for a relatively short time, he inspired me forever and helped me survive a life threatening illness. He loved the water and his frisbee. He has been sorely missed. As the cancer racked his body I had the toughest decision to let him go. It was the right decision even though it was the hardest I have ever made. He is always in my dreams and I know we will meet again. Thanks for your site as it gets me through some tough days when I miss him most. This beautiful poem was written by Terry's brother in honour of Sydney... For a moment there the time stood still, Vivid memories flashed at will,  Times of togetherness, The present and the past. Smiles, tears, and laughter, A lifetime they will last.  A puff of grey just bounding, From rug to couch to chair. Instincts of a puppy, Nothing more to care      A tilted head, a listening ear, And a bark for all to share. Growing from that puff of grey, To a friend that’s always there.  Swimming in the rain or shine, Or lying by the fire. Leaping for a frisbee, A simple pure desire. The desire never left him, Tail wagging til the end. Expressing all the thanks, Of knowing such a friend. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Terry Vaughan & family

Tay - BlackHawk's Tay - 1999

Tay was the darling of the family. Her sweet and gentle ways are very sadly missed by all who chanced to meet her during her life. Rest easy sweet one, your memory lives on in our hearts and we all miss you. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Bo, Blake & Shelby Beam of Alabama

Ted - Ted E. Bear of Agaperidge 9/1787 - 3/28/98

What a joy you were Ted. Your attitude was always one of happiness. Part clown I guess. Even when you weren't feeling good at the end, you still enjoyed all the Aussies we brought in for rescue. You enjoyed hearding the sheep, the ducks were too lowly to bother with it seemed. You always stayed close to us in the house and I could always count on you to meet me at the gate when I came home from work. I miss seeing you prance down the hill and be able to hug and pet you. You are out in the front yard with your momma Wendy, where you can keep an eye out for me coming home and give pointers to the other dogs when they work the sheep. Thank you for choosing us. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Jim Lindsay

Tika - CH Debern's Blueberry Delight 08/171998 - 10/25/1999

In memory of my sweet, blue girl Tika also known as CH Debern's Blueberry Delight. You were taken from me at only 14 months of age. We had exactly one year together. We did so much, but had I known my time with you would be so short, we would have done more - more hugs, more kisses, more treats, more rides in the truck! I was lucky to have had you and I will always remember your bouncy welcomes. I was so proud of you, Tika.. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Donna Williams & family

Mikatura's Tookun Yoodul ~ "Tooke"
March 29 - August 2, 2002

Coyotes howled and cattle called; during the day, snow started to fall Our Tooke is gone, he lost his fight, though he tried with all his might Beautiful eyes in a tiny face, no one can ever fill the space Left in our hearts by the sweet wee man, who left us here for a better land  Taken away by a dread disease, his sad suffering we had to ease He gave his all to stay alive, but only his memory will survive  Rest easy sweet boy, in your place in the sun; pain free and safe you now can run With Aussie Angels who’ve gone before, and waited for you with an open door  We miss you all, our companions and friends; we’ve holes in our hearts that will not mend We’ll meet you there, when our souls fly free; then never again will we part for all eternity. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Jeni & Foss Gallichan - Mikatura http://www.mikatura.com

Wendy - Fairwind of Windermere 5/11/1980 - 11/2/94

My beloved Wendy, many photos showed your beauty, this one showed your heart. You worked the sheep, warmed my feet and tended my heart. You rescued any needing critter and raised it as your own. Your patience, love and kindness touched me deeply showing me just why we do rescue. You're loved and missed beyond belief. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Mary Ann Lindsay

Winston ~ CH Awesome Simon Sez

The time we spent together I will never forget. The places we went, the shows we won.  I cry every day wishing you where never gone, my adventures with you will carry on.  You where my true best friend.  I miss you and love you Boo. Dedicated to CH Awesome Simon Sez (aka Winston) ... you are young again, remember me. Owned, loved and sadly missed by Jamie Soucek

Woof

Marcy sent this photo with the following explanation..."Although I have many great shots, I feel if someone sees her in the cart, it may spread the word about how happy they can be on wheels!" Thank you Marcy!

It is with enormous sadness that I say goodbye to a legend.  Woof left my life at 7:45pm last night (7.16.02) at 15 years and 12 days of age. Woof was not the kind of legend that many of you think about. She was not a top show dog or a movie star, but she was a dog that comes along once in a lifetime. For those of you who had the joy of meeting her, you got to see the beauty of spirit from within. Woof took life head-on with happiness and determination.   She shattered the boundaries of her silent world by teaching so many what she could do. She learned agility at 12 years young, herded sheep for the first time at 11. She had been a quadripilegic 8 years ago from tick paralysis, but learned how to stand again when all the other dogs missed a biscuit that had fallen Woof saw it and with sheer determination, forced herself up to get that biscuit. She taught children that deaf dogs were special and even brought tears to the eyes of a deaf child who felt alone in her plight. This past year, Woof was confined to a wheelchair. There, too, she showed her mettle by hiking and swimming and showing no defeat. She got to have a wheelchair race with a little boy with spina bifida (of course we let him win by a hair) and her last outing on Saturday, she shared what she had left with a young man with cerebral palsy and brought a big smile to Joey and his family. This IS what legends are made of.   People have asked how I could keep her going all this time my answer was that as long as she had a smile on her face, I would do whatever it took to keep her going. Well, she stopped smiling on Sunday night, so we spent the next two days together and then I got to return the thousands of gifts she gave me in our 15 years together by giving her the greatest gift I could...I helped her leave the body that had given up.  Sleep well my friend…your spirit and strength will go on in my heart forever.  Marcy, Woof, Bandit, Echo and the cat trio

Zephyr ~ 1/02 - 8/29/02

In memory of Zephyr... Zephyr was found abandoned in a shopping cart at a Save-A-Lot in MO at the age of 6-7 weeks. He was then brought to a shelter where he didn't have much of a chance of getting adopted since he was blind and deaf. However thanks to Petfinder.com, Lynn Khourie from Caruthersville Humane Society, and Kay Edwards, Cathy Sears and Cindy Lacavich-Carff from Aussie Rescue, he was able to travel cross country to us in NY a couple weeks later. Zephyr was the most amazing dog I've ever met, he had this aura around him that drew everyone who met him to love him dearly. He was constantly by my side, whether it was at the computer or at my daughters preschool. He even went to Puppy Kindergarten and Beginners Obedience! Just because he was blind and deaf didn't mean he didn't still have those aussie brains! Everyone was amazed at how much he learned in his short life: sit, down, stand, follow, paw, step-up/down, attention, turn, tuggie, wrestle, walk on leash and even recalled to someone blowing at him! Zephyr acted like a normal puppy in every way until he was around 6 months, then his health started deteriorating rapidly.  He started having vestibular problems and severe seizures and kept injuring himself, crated or not. No medicines were helping him, conventional or holistic, so we had to make the horrible decision to let him go on 7/29/02. Everyone who met him will miss his wonderful smile. Be in peace my angel, may you be in the company of Tika, Lil'Bit and Woof the Grand Madame until we see each other again. We love you Zephyr, Monica, Jay, Tori, Spencer, Mojo, Faust & Zeo

Accolade Cornerstone Windgust - "Zephyr"
July 3, 1992 - November 21, 2005

Dearest Zephyr, we miss the mischievous sparkle of your blue eyes, the huge toothy grin saved only for your very best friends. How you could make us laugh with your Aussie antics. I can remember how you'd sometimes rush through the house with a stray sock or shoe hoping I would chase you. If I didn't you'd stand behind me and do a little dance with your front paws and growl playfully. It's so hard to imagine you gone, you were so full of life, and energy.  The day we said good-by to you, a piece of us went with you. We will never forget you . I hope you are once again romping happily at The Bridge with Rosie, Minnie, Sunshine, Caitlin and Dolly. I feel you watching over us from your heavenly place. We miss you ... Dianne, Steve and Accolades Ode to Arrogance -"Odin"

Due to the ever increasing number of Aussie Angels on this site we have split them into several pages in order that the site load more quickly. Please use the links below to see the pictures and words of memory for the wonderful dogs who are now over the Rainbow Bridge.

Aussie Angels with call names A through C

Aussie Angels with call names D through L

Aussie Angels with call names M through O

Aussie Angels with call names P through Z

For more links to wonderful poetry dedicated to furbuddies who are over the bridge click on any of the following links, please remember to use your web browser's "back" button to return here…

Pet Loss Poem List

Rainbow Bridge

More Rainbow Bridge

These pages are special tributes to furbuddies that have been set up by some of our friends….thank you Gail and Debbie, for your lovely tributes.

Gail Pollock's photo tribute page for Aussies.

Snoopy's photo tribute page for all furkids who have left their loving families.

If you are looking for a way to memorialize your Aussie Angel, please check out

www.angelfire.com/fl4/petceteraonline