Although you were with us just a short while, I hope we made the end of your life happy. I already miss your funny little eyes, your insistent voice and your comical ways. I hope you are enjoying the Summerland. Until we may meet again... I love you, Mabel Kit. -- A.

We love you Mac, and we will never forget you. Sleep well little buddy til we see you again.

mac we hardly new ye, and we will love you forever.

Poor Kitty! Her kittens missed her when she ran out and died on them. They got along okay with Celine the other cat but it just wasn't the same. One of her kittens is living across the street from us and every time I see her it is like seeing my old Macarena. Too bad, we couldn't find her to take to the vet in time, well at least she left before the new puppy Dion came around, now I am feeling sorry for poor Celine. Forever wondering where you are, Your mom, Jen.

I am writing this on 25 August 2000. I am sad Mac is not here in body. I am happy he now feels no pain.

Macavity was a small cat with a hugely lovable personality and many people are very sad at his passing. Alan & I (Kris) and his vet Chris Seymour are devastated.

Mac was 15 and nearly 5 months; about 80 in human terms. He is a black and white (like the cat on the Felix tin) British short-haired moggy.

He was a happy gentle loving soul who never never struck out a paw or tooth in anger to a human being.

To our knowledge he only had one serious fight in his life which he won magnificently. Another male cat had invaded our garden and was stealing Mac's and Tiger's food.

Macavity had a lifelong problem with skin allergies, controlled by steroids. He could hardly miaow or produce an
audible purr; you had to feel him vibrate. He was especially devoted to me. He would sit on me, lay on me, sit near me, in bed in the drawing room in the loo (!), in the bathroom. He wanted some of whatever food I had and if ever I wasn't there, would find some clothes with my smell and curl up there.

I am going to miss him so much, as is Alan and we wanted to post this memorial to him for the world to see.

Macavity you are a magnificent person, we love you very much.
Be happy in the Summerlands. Wait for Tiger and us. We will see you again by and by.

Be happy, dear little friend............................

MacBeth was the most loving and giving, stalwart, loyal, fearless and protective of me, aloof but so loving, my friend and companion for over 12 years. I learned to give love with my whole heart from this friend. Go with God, my friend, and know that you are truly loved.

Dear sweet Mack we miss you and think of you everyday. You were the most beautiful collie dog.. We moved to the country so you would have more freedom.. I am so sorry You had to die alone. you were so gentle and I love you..

I love you Mack. I know putting you to sleep was the right thing for you, but I'm not so sure it was the right thing for me. I miss you so. We spent so much time taking care of one another. Go play in the fields, my love. No need to wait. When I get there, I'll call and I know you will come. Pat your paws in anticipation and prance with joy as you play in the sun. You are in my heart always.

Cori was my first puppy, she was a Miniature collie, and the best dang dog that EVER lived, I miss her more than anything, and wish she was still here to comfort me. I still can picture her in my haed everyday, and still hear her trotting aroung my room at night...Cori baby, mommy misses you! And i'll never EVER forget you!
I love you! XOXOXOXOXO!

Peaches, was a wonderful dog. Peaches joined our family at 2 years of age and was a very spoiled white toy poodle. She had been living w/a retired couple who owned a deli. Peaches did not eat dog food and she would have to be cooked for all the time. A lot of the times she would still turn her little black nose in the air and walk away. Peaches did so much for me from the age of 16-28. She had been my only source of unconditional love and I was devasted when she had to be put down due to congestive heart failure. For 12 years Peaches was always in the window waiting for me when I arrived home. In her final days she did not have the strength to wait in the window. It has now been almost 8 years since she left me and today I am blessed with another toy poodle by the name of Jocko and a bichon poo by the name of Brandy. They too are spoiled rotten. Peaches taught me that. I will always lover her dearly. Love and Kisses and May She Rest in Peace, Robin

MADDY was my Guinea pig i only had for a year
then she got sick and stopped eating that
night i told it was ok that she better go
i didnt want her to suffer

SO to my lovley little Piglet
I miss U terribly
Live with out u is hard
<3 you and miss you

<3 your momma

I love and miss you sweet little dog of mine. You will never be forgotten. You brought all of us so much joy. Thank you little girl.

Love always,

Mommy

Maddie was a wonderful little weiner Dog who was loved and cared for by the Honts family. She was sister to Chelsea Honts and friend to Moonlight Honts. She will always be our little Mi-Mi and live on in our hearts. I love you maddie and can't wait to see you again.

Even though we had just a few years together, you brought me so much love and joy. I will always remember your sweet kisses and the feel of your soft fur, the way you played by batting your front paws while you sat on your hind legs upright and the way we greeted each other when I returned home. You taught me it was okay to love again after Nick and I separated. I will always be grateful for the time we spent together and the love we shared! I will remember you always in my heart and soul and look forward to the day we will meet again at the Rainbow Bridge. Love, Mom

Moodie.....little Grandma.....no one ever saw you without saying:"what kind of animal is that?!" We were never sure what breed you were...you know that you had unusual looks! But you were my constant and faithful friend....sweet maggie ,rest well,honey.....I miss you so much and there's an empty spot by my bed for you-love,Rox

In Memory of "Maggie", our Lhasa Opso, who was tragically taken away from her family by an insistive person(s). She is and always will be in our hearts as a sweet, lovable puppy and friend to all members of our family. She is sadly missed by all of us, including her playmate and mother, Simone. The Lane Family of Tennessee

Maggie our dear sweet guinea pig left us so soon. I'll miss you my Rin-Tin-Pig.

Maggie was a wonderful dog who graced the lives of my family with beauty and dignity. She and I grew up together, we adopted her just before my fifth birthday. Now, at 25, I realize just how precious and wonderful having her in my life really was. She was a constant source of joy in good times and comfort in sad times.

She loved riding in the car and going on walks. I used to take her everywhere. She loved the park, and learned how to go down the slide just like a little kid. I don't remember much about when she was a puppy, but my parents and two sisters tell me the greatest stories about her.

Maggie, wherever you are, I know that you are looking at us here and smiling. Wag your puppy tail and know that Mom, Daddy, Kelly, Bevin, Kelly and I love you so much, and we look forward to seeing you in paradise.

I love you, baby girl, our little puppicito.

My dear sweet, adorable Maggie. You came to me at a time of loss and now we are sharing your loss. There is so much more I would have liked to have done with you, Max will miss you terribly, he will be so lonely not having his mate around, his first true love, as we will miss you too. You were the sweetest baby, always wanting hugs and kisses, the trotting to me to play with you and knowing the time for dinner. Goodbye my friend, you will never be replaced, but I will find another to fill that void.

1/2 Lab 1/2 Setter - Named after the BEATLES' Song, NOT Rod Stewart. Maggie, it's hard without you. The house is empty. Bill's been getting calls from California to Boston - you touched the lives of many humans during your 14 yrs - you truly deserve to rest in peace - Miss you!!!

Maggie Mae was a little black poodle dog. She loved us more than anything. She loved her daddy more than life itself. She looked at him the way that Nancy Reagan looked at Ronnie while he was in the White House. That dog loved that man. That man loved that dog. 18 years the love affair went on. The day she died, our heart died too. She was our first baby. She was our first love. We miss you Maggie Mae, and will until the day we die

MacGregor, you were the first dog that dad let us have. As "younger brothers" go you were a little stinker, but cute and lovable. You were so stubborn, as many cairn terriers can be, but you loved your family greatly. You went peacefully sitting in the sunbeam by the pool side, where you loved to be. Even after all these years we all still think of you with a smile, and miss you. Hope you are having fun playing with your cousins Ti, Pooh, Angus, Merlin, Georgie, Cassidy & Cinder at the Rainbow Bridge. --Love always, Laurie

Magic, Our Guinea pig,the first of our home bred babies to die, and no one knows why, you are at peace now, be happy love Heather

You were truli magic. The only thing bigger than your spirit was your heart. You touched our lives and made us better for it. We miss you deeply.

My dear, sweet dog came to us as a handful of black fur. The "just for trail" week turned into 14 great years of faithful devotion. Fearless, yet harmless, she scared away unwanteds, but children clung to her with adoration. Maggie loved romping in the woods and hanging her head out during car rides. The memory of her regal stature with her crossed paws will forever make us smile. Maggie Lou, you are greatly missed.

Magnum was the best budgerigar one could ever have. She, yes she, was ever so pretty with beautiful bluey green colouring and pale yellow wings. And clever! And funny! She seemed to understand my every command. The funniest things she would do were carrying clothes pegs around, removing my glasses, and drinking from cups. There will never be another Magnum, for a budgie she had personality plus. Sharyn Hurley - farewell my lovely.

Magnum was a 13 yr old German Shepard. He was tragically taken from us. We miss him so dearly. We will always have our memories. You are still with our hearts. See you later Mags!! Your Friends in Life Glen and Dajea

Magoo you were one fantastic buddy! You made us all laugh especially with your uniquely eccentric bulldog ways. I especially enjoyed your brithday parties as they were always a high point on everyones social calander. Magoo - bud you were one hell of a great mutt. We miss you pal you will always have a special place in our hearts.

We got Magpie at the Humane Society. All tests of health showed up fine, she was a very healthy cat. We took the cat home, newly cherished "Magpie". About a month later, Magpie was going downhill. We took her to a vet to see what was wrong, and it turned out she had Lukimia. We were shocked at the very sound of the word. We took her home with the perscribed medecine. Me, being 4 at the time, thought nothing was wrong with Magpie, my lifelong friend, but I had no idea what I was thinking. Sadly, on April 15, 1992, Magpie lost her corageous battle against Lukemia and died in the car on the way to the vet. She lived 2 lives, on short one in the awful, cruel, world that we live in now, and one eternal life, with excedingly eternal beauty, in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. She will live forever there, and never die. So say a prayer for your pet, thank the lord that it is alive and well, and remember Magpie's story. Thank you for listening.

1/2 golden labrador 1/2 pitbull terrier. maisie you were my baby girl and i still miss and love you so much after all these years. i miss playing hide and seek with and our long walks in the park. i miss rubbing your tummy and cuddling up to you in bed. i miss dressing you up and taking pictures of you looking silly. you always made me laugh and made me feel loved. mommy misses you too, she said she's sorry she couldn't help you that the car had come from nowhere. the driver said sorry too. and the vet who had to put you down. now it's my turn to say sorry. i hope you are having fun in doggy heaven maisie, just like you had fun when you were here with me. i love you xx

My baby boy. You are so missed. We fought the battle of Degenerative Myelopathy for 16 months. You were so brave. So full of life through it all. I didn't want to let you go but now you are running free at the Rainbow Bridge. We love and miss you.

From the moment he became a part of my life as a tiny kitten only a few days old, Major was a doting companion. He was there through thick and thin, staying close if I was sick. He was a big, dark orange tabby, with swirls instead of stripes. And he was mellow. If he climbed a tree, odds were that you'd have to help him get down. He was great with kids...gentle...claws always in.

It's been a long time now, and I still miss him. He got me through some rough times in my life...and I hope to see him again.

We miss you and love you " OUR BIG BOY "
We will never forget you! We'll miss you talking like scooby-do and all your kisses and hugs.You sleep well and sweet dreams Major.Love you!!!Bye for now untill we meet again. All Our Love
FOREVER
Mommy and Daddy

Malekye the bud!!
Our sweet baby boy! He was five years old our male Dutch bunny. He thought he was human. He gave us so much love and bunny kisses. He adored my hubby and my hubby him. We miss him so and he will always be in our hearts!! Love you our sweet baby boy!!

I know we'll be together in eternity. If I live to be 100 there will never be another to take your place. I sure do miss you, my dear friend. It was so hard to say goodbye, but I know it was for the best. I can't believe even the vet was crying.I think it was as hard on her as it was on you, me & Virginia. Thank you for understanding. Please forgive me for being so selfish and not letting you go sooner. I saw this poem and it made me think of you: DEAR MASTER "I explained to Saint Peter, I'd rather stay here, Outside the pearly gate. I won't be a nuisance, I won't even bark, I'll be very patient and wait. I'll be here chewing on a celestial bone, No matter how long you may be. I'd miss you so much, If I went in alone, It wouldn't be heaven for me." Go on in, my friend. You've earned it. I'll find you when I get there. Love, Michael

In loving memory of a dedicated mother.A strong caring little kitty who was a good little mother of 5 died just three weeks after their birth.She is survived by three sons and two daughters.You will always be in our hearts. We miss you!

Dear little love, Mama Kitty,

You have blessed our lives with your affection and love
always there to soothe a troubled heart - gently, you gave of yourself to fill lonely, troubled times.
Who else but you could forgive us on our grumpy days, you would wait patiently until there was time in our busy day to sit with you, to cuddle with you, to caress you as you purred your delight to be held close.
Precious kitty, never a truer friends was there - never felt more truer unconditional love than yours. My heart was filled by your delight to be with me. Your joy was evident as you \

Mama Swordtail,

You gave us so much enjoyment during the time you shared with us. We are so thankful that we found you and hope we gave you a comfortable environment that allowed you to live happily and pass on peacefully. May your next incarnation bring you contentment, joy, peace, and the rest you so deserve.

Your beautiful babies live on with us and we will take care of them as our own and strive to give them enjoyable lives. Thank you so much for sharing with us. May the flanders poppies we plant in your honor and the beauty of Vermont grant you comfort and solace in your rest, sweetie.

You were Brian's first fish love as I was his first human, only you and I know how special his love can be. YOu will always be remembered in our home and in your children you live forever!

We love you and we will not forget you!

Manchas your were the best dog anybody could ask for we love you and qont forget you. You were my best friend and my siter and dads.. we love you...

Dear Mandee,
You were my best friend, who followed me everywhere. Even when you could not hear anymore you still seemed the same to me. I loved you with all my heart. I miss you more than I can say. It hurt me so much to see you in such pain. My beautiful Sheltie, you are truely missed. Love Mom.

To the rag-a-muffin that stole my heart. You were only with us for such a short while. I'm so glad we found you-dirty and starving. I'll never forget or regret wrapping you up in a blanket and taking you home. Everyone thought I was crazy! But, you became my best friend, my confidante. You became my prissy little Mandi. I wish that I could have made you better when the vet said you were sick. We are just thankful now that you will never have to suffer again, although a piece of my heart suffers whenever I think about your big brown eyes looking up at me with your love. I look forward to seeing you play again someday, my girl. I wish you were here to teach Hunter. And even though I love her, no one will ever take your place. Love Mommy

To our little rat Mandy, mother of four, sister to 20 more. She developed cancer, and since she only cost three dollars, and we couldn't keep her anyway, she was sadly and gently put to sleep. We miss her cute rat face every day, especially when we have leftovers. Love, Tricia and Bryan and all the rat family.

Mandy, I wish I was with you when you felt so much pain, I know your with grandpa, I look at your loving picture and hope your in a better place. I miss you.

Remembering with love my faithful companion who travelled 11 years on my journey with me. Forever the dog that wooooooooo'ed with a personality that charmed all. Thank you for the sunbeam. your master (or were you mine?)

Mandy -

We are so very sorry it was time for you to go. I can't tell you how painfull it was to make that decision. The look in your eyes gave us permission for it lacked the life it once held. You are going to be missed so desperately it hurts. You gave us seven years of pure love and never once turned away from us. We are so greatfull to have been able to share your life with us and thank God for his gift.

The house seems cold and empty now and we see you around every corner. Still hearing the sweet sounds of your paws as you wander to your chair to look outside. Still feeling your devoted companionship.

We know you are now at rest and able to leap beside Jake without pain.
Please know how much we love you.
Please hear us as we tell you are missed.
Please know that you will be in our hearts until our time comes...
to see you on the other side.
We love you Mandy.

You were my first true pet, and I loved you like I'll never love another. You were so sweet and lovable. Remember how in the winter you would crawl underneath the covers in bed with me? You would crawl in from the top of the covers, creep all the way down to my feet, turn around, and come up to the top again...where you would lay your head on the pillow next to mine, and your little furry body would cuddle up next to me like a second skin. You were so funny.I am so very sorry for having to have the vet put you to sleep. But as mum said, the trip from HK to the US would have been too much for your scary little self. You hated nearly everyone except for mum, dad, and me. Silly cat, you even hated my sweetheart Jimmy. (Who, by the way, I am marrying June 19, 1999.) Had we tried to give you to someone else, I know you would have been utterly miserable and scared to death. You were still so young, but now you will stay that way forever. Some people don't believe that animals go anywhere after they die. And maybe they don't. But I choose to believe that I will see you again. I guess I'll find out later. For now, I will continue to believe that you are indeed up in Heaven, sitting on daddy's lap and keeping him company. You both were so young, and it seems like forever since I saw you last. I can't wait till we are all united again. *smile* I love you, Maoser!

My red flash, who now runs through the twilight fields of heaven. You are free now. We will love you forever, gentle spirit.

My dear Marble. My special cat who I will always miss as we were best of buddies. I will miss you so much each and every night that I go to bed and you are not with me. I will miss you not sitting by my computer when I am on it. I will miss you when I watch TV as you were always right behind my head with me. I loved you with all of my heart and soul. Your sisters Mallow and Muffin miss you too. I hope you join Tigger and Spice up in the clouds to look down on me and that someday I will be with you again. Love you always.

My little girl Marcy......I will miss her so. She has been the light of my life for 14 years. I love her. Her life is even more fragile than my own. I owe her alot. She has always been there for me through thick and thin. All of the long nights and days on the rodeo trail, all the wins and losses. She was always there for me...no matter how bad or good I did, she was always there for me. And thankfully, in the end I was there for her. Marcy, I love you. Mommy

Marcy,We all loved you so much. We admired your charming personality and your unique ways. I hope you're safe in heaven with your bone and grampy. We will never forget you.

(El Salvador-Suiza)
Maricarmen, tu vida fue demasiado corta pero en los siete años que estuviste con nosotros nos diste muchisimo cariño. Nunca vamos a olvidar tu mirada, tus locuras, tus travezuras y los momentos maravillosos que pasamos juntos.
La enfermedad que te quitó la vida fue horrible, pero estamos seguros de que lo intentamos todo antes de tomar esa decision tan dificil.
Tambien estamos seguros de que nos vas a esperar y el dia en que nos volvamos a juntar, estaremos nuevamente y para siempre unidos.
Te extrañamos muchisimo y te queremos.
Fulano de Tal y Alejandro

She left our lives just as she found them, except for one thing: they were a little bit brighter

Marius was a special little rat..he was a totured soul, but pure nonetheless...he loved apples and sunflower seeds.. even though he was high strung, and a bit schitzophrenic, he was a sweet one... i'll miss him...just like all animals...they are the only ones who understand me... I love the little guy, and I hope he forgives me for putting him in the ground...

My first little guinea pig...oh how you brightened my days. Your sweet little nose tickling mine, and the way you would coo whenever I held and petted you. I miss your snuggles. You were so much a part of my heart, and now you are gone. There will never be another quite like you. I held you as you left this world, please meet me when I return to yours.

We lost Marley in March of 2000. In our eyes, she was the smartest female Scottie ever born. For 10 years of our lives, she was always there to greet us when we came home and now, it's so hard to believe she isn't with us anymore. Our only comfort is that she is no longer in pain from her cancer. We know she is up there in heaven, with our other Scottie, Dudley, who also passed away of cancer a few years ago. We miss them both terribly, but we know that they will be waiting for us and we will cross the Rainbow Bridge together! The Minter Family

We got Marmite at the Washington, DC shelter, as a kitten. He was the funniest little black and white comic, and food fanatic! He even loved the marmite spread we named him after. We watched him go from hunting bugs to squirrels, turning our basement into a shop of horrors. Still no other cat will replace him, and our home was empty without his antics, when he died early of leukemia. Shelter animals are loving and need love, so please adopt if you can.

Quiet

Without Marquatry the house is quiet.
Last night Summer and Smokey waited patiently for their food--wondering where their spokescat had gone.
This morning was quiet.
I had no Marquatry to wake me up.
I wait for him to come around the corner--just to have a conversation.
But it is quiet.
Today I put flowers on his grave.
I framed a picture of him.
Messages to tell him I miss him--and that I don't like it so quiet.

For my sweet cat, Martha, who had to be put to sleep after kidney failure---I was only able to have you since given to me in Sept. 1981. I miss hearing your meow, playing with you, and seeing your beautiful calico colors. You are now in heaven with the two cats of my youth, Tommy (15) 1968-1984, and Priscilla (14) 1971-1986. I loved all three of you.
Rest in peace.

Stuart, Clifford, Lucy, Artie and I all want to tell you that you are dearly missed. Thank you for coming to our house to die.You are buried in your favorite catnip patch, with a special angel statue to mark your sacred space. Today, the spring flowers bloomed all around you. I'm sure you have met Bennie, Bartlett, Bjorkum, Bozo, Rommel, and Milton by now. I trust they have all been busy teaching you how to enjoy the "good life" in kitty heaven. When you are ready to come back to Earth,I hope you can remember there will always a special place for you here. You were a sweet, brave, strong, beautiful/handsome cat. Our love goes with you.

Mary was the most lovable parrotlet a person could enjoy being with. Mary i miss all your kisses,and just our cuddletime.I am sorry i left you at the vet,if i would have known you wouldnt be taken care of like you should have,sis that first night you spent away from me would have never happened. I was glad i got there in time for your last two hours alive and hold you and tell you i love you so much. I handfed and raised mary since ten days of age,she was my favorite,still is really. I will see my lovable little girl again,for now she is in good hands,and when my job is done here on earth, i will rush to see my best little buddy,and she will proudly ride on my shoulder as she always did,burying her face in my lips for those kisses,and grooming my hair. Mary i love you sweetheart. Sis take care of heaven for me i will be there soon enough to help you out. thankyou mary, i was taught alot. i love you

In memory of our squirmy and active little Mary Kathryn who will always remain close in our hearts as a cute little fuzzball of a hamster. I hope that you are happy Mary. We love you!

After a short illness...poor little Masie is now with Max in the Garden. Thanks for all the pleasure you brought us. Mum and Dad xxx

Massimo,

Allthough you haven't been a long time with us, we are sure you've had a great time. You loved playing in the garden, you loved playing with Anais, you loved us...like we loved you and always will.
You will always be part of our life and we will never forget you!
Take it easy up there!

Myriam, Axel, Anais, Calisto and the others.

To my beautiful Pug. I loved you above all my other dogs. I'm glad you are now pain free. Please remember and never forget!

Gone is a good friend,a friend to the end

My best friend, you will always be lovingly remembered. I look foward to my reuniting with you. You added so much to my life. Love You.

Mathilda, optima et amatassima, requiesCAT in pace.

Mattie, a loving Border Collie mix, passed away this date. She was loyal, and was everything a dog could be. She was the great chaser of Thunderstorms and Lightning. She is missed.

The departure of our beloved goat maude left a huge void in our life. She sadly suffered a stroke on christmas day and collapsed in a big goaty heap. To end her suffering we hit her over the head with a shovel and ate her for boxing day. Its suprising how good goat tastes. Maude you will always have a special place in our hearts. Hope to see you soon love from Tubb and Sophie

Maurice was the feline mascot of Harrisburg State Hospital's Adolescent Unit, and was struck and killed by a car on a weekend that was downright destined to be doomed; a set of keys were lost or stolen, and all weekend passes were suspended. I left that institution in Aug. '73, and to this day, I'm still wondering whether the keys, which were eventually found, were actually stolen rather than lost. Anyway, Maurice, I love you, and hope to shake your paws in heaven someday.

<center>“The ones we've lost are never really gone,<BR>If we hold them in our hearts while we go on”</center><P> Max was the one absolute unselfish friend that I ever had in this selfish world, the one that never deserted me. I’ll miss you Max, you’ll always be in my heart.

Max you came to me as a kitten it was love at first sight, I told you all my troubles and all my secrets and you gave me all your love,we had nine years , little did I know how badly I would miss you.

Max, although I am not sure wether you died, all that I know is that you were taken from me on christmas eve. I shall always remember you, and love you. For you were my kitten. I miss you Max.

Named for the fictional character Max Headroom, my cat Max was a beautiful Persian-Himalayan mix with grey hair and golden eyes. When he disappeared from home in the late spring of 1995, he had been suffering from one blind eye for some time. He was never found, which is comforting in one way (since I can remember him the way he used to be) and disturbing in another (because sometimes I wonder if he's still out there somewhere, lost). I've a photo of him sitting on top of my mom's parakeet's cage, and that's the best way for me to remember this loving, yet independent cat. If you could read this, Max, I'd let you know that we all still miss you. (Cindy Sites)

Here's to Max, my sweet little black manx, "Mama's Best Boy," who was the best, smartest, funniest cat in the whole world! You are missed by so many people who still ask me about you, and remember the endearing things you used to do! Mama will always love you, Baby...P.S. We're still sorry for accidentally sending you to an all-dog boarding hotel on that trip to New York.

A much loved little monster that brought happyness to us all will be sadly missed.

Mum & Dad
xxx

--Memories keep coming in waves, triggered by dozens of little daily details--but above the feelings of loss I have been trying to keep in mind positive thoughts, such as recalling his faithful, true friendliness and sweet, gentle temper--gifts he freely bestowed on our home, unconditionally and without restraint. -To come home at day's end to an eager happy warm welcome from someone *always* glad to see you--ah, what a precious blessing! -Thank you, Maxie, and may you also find such a reception now upon your own homecoming!

-I've also been picturing him in his younger days, so nimble & quick, full of energy, full of the spirit of fun and the joy of life, bounding downstairs in an instant at the sound of the leash being taken off its peg, his bright eyes dancing at the prospect of a new adventure...running circles around me out in the open field, nipping at my pantleg as if to say, come on you slowpoke!--then rocketing off, far far ahead of me.... And now he's out there ahead of me again, scouting out what's over the next hill where I can't yet follow...but Maxie, please remember: wherever you roam there will *always* be a loving home for you to come back to in my heart! Our paths will meet again--until then, go in peace, surrounded with my love!

Max was my precious little boy. he was terrified when we first met, after he had been abandoned at age five. he was a sweet, shy cat. he was asked to accept a new home and a dog, zahava, as an adopted sister. he overcame his fear and became a gentle loving son, to his human, and brother, to his dog. I miss his kind, gentle ways, his soothing purr, his nose kisses....i just miss max.

Max, you are my best friend. I love you now and always will. You taught me so much about love, patience, understanding, and just having fun. I miss you so much it hurts. A hurt I am not sure will ever heal. I want to thank you for all you have given me. The smile when I come home, no matter what kind of day I had, the snuggles whenever I was sick or blue, The joy you gave me all the time. You have a special part of my heart my friend. A part nobody else will ever know. Your brother misses you deeply as well. He keeps looking for you to play with, laugh with, wrestle with. We are trying to keep an eye on each other and know you are watching over both of us. But it is hard my friend. You will never know how much you brought to both of us and we want to thank you for it and long to see you on the other side. I know you are free now, I know you are happy and for that I am glad. Keep a spot on the bridge for me. I will see you again. I love you Max. Love Trish (Mom) and Fred

For the friendliest,funniest fuzzie ever! I will miss and love you always! Hugs and kisses!OOOXXX!Your Cyndy

Max was a dear friend, irrascable, uncompromising and loving. He was my personal lap-cat and pal. He would be waiting at the gate every night when I got home from work and would escort me up the garden path into the house. After dinner he would come thundering into the lounge, skid across the coffee table scattering everything and settle in my lap circling and "troddling"; claws digging into my leg until I was suitably softened up and would then settle and get me into a "lap-hold" and woe betide me if I dared to move too much. I had Max for 5 years, he was a rescue cat from a tough area of Swansea. He was "Fat Cat", "Sumo Pussycat", "Maximum Pussycat". He ruled the roost keeping all and sundry in check including the dogs. He was my pussycat and I will miss him dearly.

Max you were the best dog in the world.You were my best friend. I loved you so much.I had good times with you.I miss you sleeping on the end of my bed.I miss your tricks that you did.If you were here now I would be hugging you right now.I know you are in a good place now but I will always miss you. I love you Max By Brooke

Max,

I am so sorry that you are not with us anymore. I am so sorry that you suffered your last few days with us. I will miss you so much and hope that you are at peace now. Thank you for brightening our lives. I know people think iguanas don't have personalities, but you sure did! We love you so much. Until I see you again, "Mommy"

Max was a german shepherd dog, he was also my best friend. The hardest thing I have ever had to do in my life was the day I had to put you to sleep my friend. I know now that you are with Mom and Steve, I hope someday we will be together again, but until that day comes, you take care my friend, you gave everything you had and made my life so happy, no dog or human could ever take your place. Simply put- you were the greatest!!! Rest in peace PS - I will have your cross up soon I hope, bear with me.

“The Life of Max”

Born: December 2, 1985 in Pensacola, FL
Died: June 15, 2000 in Enterprise, AL

Max was a American Pit Bull Terrier. Red / red nose. ADBA, UKC and GDB registered.

ADBA weight pulling: He was awarded his “ACE” title on December 3, 1987.
Most weight pulled 6486 pounds in Jacksonville, FL on October 17, 1987. This was the most weight pulled there.

He was awarded 3 Most weight pulled trophy’s, 1 first place trophy, 7 first place ribbons, 3 second place ribbons and one third place ribbon. {note the 3rd place was in Charlotte, SC
Max was very sick that day from the heat.} Ever time he pulled he always placed in a ribbon or trophy class. With a total of 114 points.

Note: The next title up was Ace of Ace. He tried for this, but every time he was entered all the other dogs was drop out because they knew who was going to take 1st place. After 1 year of this Max was retired. Then he became the house pet.

Places Max has been: Nashville TN, Charlotte SC, Tampa, Jacksonville, Panama City Beach, Pensacola FL, New Orleans LA and for 2 months he lived in Nacogdoches TX. And many other places in between.

For over 12 years after becoming the house pet, Max guarded the home and yard.
Note: For 2 years he lived outside on the chain or in the kennel. Before he moved inside the home. It two less than 2 weeks to house train him.

Favorite food was meat style pizza. But there really wasn’t much he wouldn’t eat.

Hobbies included were playing with his cat, puppies and going for rides in the car. And shredding paper.

Toys he preferred stuffed animals, and rubber doggy toys always got chewed up.

Max touched many people lives, just about everyone liked Max. Max always enjoyed playing with children.

Max’s weight pulling career was announced on channel 4 TV out of Dothan AL twice.
WKMX radio once and he was in the local newspaper twice.

Even right up to the last day of his life to tried to make his daily rounds around the yard.

Max died on June 15th in year of 2000 from kidney failure and seizures from three past three months.

Max was a very loyal pet and my best friend. We will all miss him very much.

Written by: Kirk O. Steinhoff 18 JUN 00

Max,
You were my little angel. God sent you to me, because he knew that I would need a sweet puppy to love and love me in so many difficult times. We were a team, you and me. We ran everyday, snuggled and played. Laid in the sun. We waited for Daddy to come home from deployments. You loved me when Daddy was going through rough times. I miss you so much Max, and I am so sorry you're gone. I wish I could have known or would have checked on you. It was so senseless and I'm so sorry. I was always so careful that nothing could hurt you and I just didn't think of that one.
I love you with all my heart. You were more than a dog. You were my friend, my baby, my sweet puppy, my running mate.
Daddy made you a very nice resting place by the pond at Jenn & Nate's. I know you'll be safe there.
I also know that when God sends angels, he sometimes needs them back for other purposes. I am absolutely positive that God has you in heaven and I know I will see you there someday. I always said you were a Christian dog and you loved Jesus.
Sometimes the Lord gives and takes away. I guess you're needed elsewhere. You were wonderful and it was a priviledge being your mommy.
I wish I could have you with me to keep you safe & warm, but I know you're better taken care of now than ever.
Be at peace, Max. I will see you soon.
Love,
Mommy

I can remember the vet making fun of you having such a large name when you where such a tiny little thing. I can remember when I brought home my first son and you suddenly developing a pitbull atitude all stamped down into your little dauchsund body anytime someone you didn't approve of getting near him. I can remember you being ambushed by your arch nemesis-my boyfriend's cat, and taking it with all the dignity you could muster up. I can remember how much you hated the ferret that I saved from an uncertain fate by taking her in, and how you tried to ignore her, but never really succeeded, because let's face it! No one ignores Baby! I can remember so very, very much about those six years that I had the good fortune to have you in my life, and please be assured that I will never forget any of them. You were the first dog that I ever had, and you will always be the one with a special place in my heart. I miss you so very much, and I am so very sorry that you had to die alone. I will see you someday in Summerland, and that is a true comfort. I love you Max.

My beautiful cat Maxi was a wonderful and loyal friend for nearly fifteen unforgettable years.He had the most entrancing,captivating eyes imaginable and was so full of fun until nearly the end.The end was one of the worst moments of my entire life.I do so hope that he will be at peace now and for ever.I loved him dearly and will miss him more than I can ever say.All my love to you Maxi - your Mama Fiona xxx

Max was the epicenter of our family and the truest proof of love I've ever known. We ache for him daily and think of him always....his gentle manner and quiet being. He was my life for so long and I will never forget him.
Max was a beautiful Pembroke Welsh Corgi. He showed my family how to love and be happy. There is an emptiness that will never be filled...and that is ok. We Never want to forget the love and laughter; the happiness and peace that Bigdrum's Maximillion brought to the Hennelly family.

Forever and Always my little Max!!!!!!!!!!!!
I can't wait to meet you at the bridge....
LOVE........ Mom, Dad, Courtney, and Pat

I miss you, Max.

to my sweet angel pet Maxine...
You were the sweetest little kitty I've ever seen. You were always so grateful for everything i did for you. You were a loving pet and a true companion. I always looked forward to seeing your sweet little face when i'd come home. I'll never forget how you would purr, then chirp when we snuggled. Rest in peace my sweet baby girl.

I will love you and miss you forever.

Mamma

Max was a black and white cocker spaniel and the best dog in the world.... we miss him very much.....and look up to the bushes we planted in the back yard for him.... he loved to chase birds and squirels the bushes are our memorial... I miss you buddy..... can't wait to see you over in Rainbow Bridge!!! I love you.....

Max came into my life when we both needed it most. He did not stay long, but the short time we had together will never be forgotten. You are very special Maxwell P. Dobe

Last year christmas was 1 of the most wonderful christmases ever , I got a guinea pig named max, He was playful and he always liked to run under the coucheds the way I say him when he died was very frightening for me and the shock of the way he died. I know max is out there somewhere, I'll miss you

Maxx, We first saw you at 4 weeks old, such a stocky little guy. A bundle of fur and energy like we had never known. Little did we know that you would lead us on to more of your kind and that the Malamute would become such a driving force in our lives. We raised you and loved you with all of your hearts and now with your loss it is almost unbearable. You remain in our hearts now and forever. One day we will meet again and cross the Rainbow Bridge together.

Lieve Woeffie. We zullen je nooit vergeten. We houden van je. We love you. Byebye.

Mayet;The phrase most frequently used about you was "What a beautiful cat!" usually followed by "Too bad I can't pet her" or "What a nasty cat!" or "Why would you keep a cat like that?" Everybody was scared to death of you [even all the vets]. Nobody understood you were just being Mayet. God,I loved you. I always will.