"Celebration of Life" Tributes |
2008
Our third Annual "Celebration of Life" event took place May 1-15, 2008. Our theme this year was inspired by Brenda's dear Jesse, and celebrated all those gray muzzles that touched our hearts over the years with a 'Celebrate The Seniors' event. Brenda said, "If the owners of our special dogs
could thank each and every one of you, they certainly would. I have
been personally touched by the many donations that have come in for
Jesse. There's no greater honor than knowing that her special
spirit, that we will treasure forever, has inspired others to want
to help our many dogs in need. We've also received several donations
in memory of Paola's beautiful Lab Mary who passed away very
suddenly earlier this year and much too soon. We've received so many
wonderful tributes, I hope you've all had a chance to read all of
them. Get some tissue handy first, though." We raised $3311, and we thank you very much for the kind support!
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On March 15, 2008 the sun rose for the first time in 16 years without Jesse's beautiful face to shine upon. The sun didn't notice but we surely did. Jesse was our first dog and she was our heart and soul dog. We will never be the same without her but we are so much more for having had her in our lives. She graced us with her own brand of sunshine for 16 years and her spirit will light up our hearts forever. We thank you big girl for shining so brightly for so long and for choosing our lives in which to shine. |
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In memory of Mary. |
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In memory of Annabelle, who left me too soon. |
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To my dearest Lacey (August 97 – March 08), I miss you each and every day. You were the sweetest kitty in the world and left me much too early. You are now in the “arms of an angel”. Love, Mom |
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In Memory of Kathy's Dear Beagle Sammy: Who even now, as in life, is paying it forward! RIP Sammy ~May 9, 2008~ |
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For Paola's special girl Mary. May your days be filled with soft couches to lay on, fields of green to romp in, cool streams to wade in and friends who will be by your side for all time. Your journey here was far too short but each day brought memories that will be treasured forever. |
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In memory of Little Miss Snickers, who brought so much joy to our lives for almost 13 years. |
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For Tasha... |
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To my Dearest Angel Casey. You taught me so much about love and laughter. I so miss you. I see your shining star everynight. You can always sleep on mom's bed. You have your wings, be free. |
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For our black lab Casey, we love you! |
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In memory of Jesse. You must miss her so very much. THANKS for all you do for the doggies! |
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Dearest Foxy, my little financial lady, Shula, my beautiful guardian and Luka, my first pudding of a rottie, I send you my love, kisses and cuddles. It was a privilage having you as part of my life. |
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In memory of all my power chewers, barkers and droolers who have gone to the Bridge, but especialy in memory of Mary who left us much too soon. Run free. I miss you! |
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In memory of Rudy, my friend, my ruppy, my protector, to 14 years of love and service. |
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To honor all the dogs I've known and loved but especially my beloved Bevin who will be 13 in July. |
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For Ayleen, my sweet 12 1/2 yo Kuvasz girl and her littermate Andor, who became an angel last December . You both were and are my family, my love. |
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For Lily. |
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In memory of our yellow lab Casey and my dear husband Bill who in 2003 together walked over the Rainbow Bridge. |
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For little Bean, who loves and depends on me almost as much as I do him. Just crossing into his senior years, I hope he's with me for many more. And in memory of Jordan, who I missed so very desperately after his sudden passing at 12 years, in 2000. I miss you still, and like to think you still take walks with us sometimes. |
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Star Star ~ Feb 15, 1992-May4,2008 ~ RIP my sweet wonderful girl - run with the wind. We love and miss you. ~Jeanne |
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In memory of all the ball catchers, hand petters, and cleaner uppers that brought a smile when needed and a tear when leaving. |
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In memory of my yellow lab, Taylor Dayne, who shared her 13 1/2 years of life with me. You will always be in my heart and on my mind. I love you, sweet girl. Run happy and free. |
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In memory of Comet and Blackie (our kitty) who each gave us
more than 16 years of unconditional love. We miss you! |
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In tribute to the senior love of my life Brutus, for
introducing me to the world of Orthodogs. |
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To beloved Titus, Carmen, Muffin, Blackie, Arthur, Max and Dutchess. Your spirits surround me. Tenny balls are in the yard should you wish to retrieve them to the patio. |
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In Memory of my sweet lab Lucky and in honor of my 17 1/2 yo senior Maggie May. Devoted doggies through and through. I honor you always! |
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In memory of Jesse and in honor of Brenda and Pete. Together, all three of them forged an extraordinary relationship that inspired so many of us. Both Sophie and I understand that love relationship. |
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For my senior friends Suzie, Mugsy and Rastus -- thank you for your love! |
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In memory of AMBER, July 7th 1985 - January 22nd 2001, our sweetie who we will always miss. ~Trish M. |
2007
Our second Annual "Celebration of Life" Week took place October 14-20, 2007. OSLF and Yahoo Orthodogs raised over $3725 to help fund needed veterinary care for some worthy dogs! Thank you for helping to make our second Celebration of Life fundraiser a success!

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Paola again created a special movie to commemorate the 2007 event — Watch it here.
(Download QuickTime ) |
2006
Our first Annual "Celebration of Life" Week took place June 5-9, 2006, and it was a truly inspiring event. OSLF and Yahoo Orthodogs raised over $5000 to help fund needed veterinary care for some worthy dogs! What a wonderful way to honor the pets that love us so much and ask so little in return. Thank you for helping us honor and remember all of the special dogs that have graced our lives and our homes.
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In honor of my wonderful, sweet Sophie who inspires me to be a better person. Thank you Sophie for each and everyday you and I are together. How very fortunate I am to have you in my life! |
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In honor of Silver, who inspires all of us and whose spirit brings a silver lining to families who need a helping hand for their beloved companions. We miss you big girl, and we will never forget you. |
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In honor of all the children who've blessed my life - past and present. |
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For my friends' babies— Comet, may you beat this cancer you have. Rainie, where did you go, and please, please find your way home safe and sound. |
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For Chloe — She was little Chloegirl, she was the most precious, innocent and dear pet I had ever had. She was truly, the best of life. I miss you! Love Mommy |
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In memory of 3 special dogs— Andria's Silver, Paola's Islo, and Amy's Bailey. |
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In honor of my Gracie Girl, my miracle. She has taught me so much, how to live - laugh - and love again. Thank you sweet girl. |
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For my sweet Maxi, your physical presence is gone, but your beautiful spirit is with me always. Thank you for all the love and for sending crazy little Luca to keep me smiling. Mama loves you. |
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For my Shadow man, my boofie big boy who is such a joy to us. I cannot imagine my life without him. |
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In memory of Sunshine. She was a sweetie that lit up our lives. |
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In loving memory of Allie, my first wonderful golden, best friend and true companion. |
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In honor of my beloved friend Wilson, who gave me my first alpha roll and taught me some manners as a puppy. You will always be loved and missed. - Hunter |
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In honor of beloved Jackson, who's little spirit lifted us all. We will love you and remember you always. |
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In tribute to all the wonderful pets in my life - those who've gone on to a better place and those still at home! |
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In honor of Quinn, who brings us love and laughter every day. |
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Bo: The first dog who touched my heart and opened the door for many others. |
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For Max—My Cuddle Bug. The adoration in your eyes lights my world. For Trouble—My Comic Relief. Your craziness maintains my sanity. |
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In honor of Nell Osborne, who has given love and a wonderful home to a multitude of "castaways" over the years. |
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In memory of Flick, Leda, and Islo - all much loved and missed. |
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To all my pets gone to the Rainbow Bridge — Momma still loves and misses you. |
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In memory of Buffy— she will remain forever in our hearts! |
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In loving memory of all my dogs at the rainbow bridge, especially Assya, my guardian angel - all very much loved and missed. |
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In honor of Boomer, grand old dame. Thinking of you, Laura. |
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To all our dogs—Aussie and Hobo, 4ever in our hearts; Pupper, for his undying spirit during his TPLO recovery; Jackson and Speckle, for their unconditional love and patience during Pupper's time of need. |
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In celebration of Bailey Jean, who has warmed our hearts and made our lives better. |
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In honor of Colby (5/22/03-5/11/06), the light of our lives. He made our house a home and we miss him so very much. We hope you're enjoying the bridge Mr. Sniffers! |
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In memory of Chester, who came into our lives June 8, 1994 and left October 29, 2002. We still miss you everyday. |
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In loving memory of Sport, Scout, and Slick - all much loved and missed; and in honor of Leo, who brings me so much joy and makes me laugh every day. |
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In honor of Honey, a dog who makes the most of every day. Hoping to help other dogs everywhere have that same opportunity. |
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To DuskyHaze, a cairn terrier - my first Service Dog who saved my life one night. I will be forever in her debt. I am blessed to have been able to share 15+ years with her. |
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In memory of Max, whose very presence warmed our hearts and our home. His life was inspiring and our lives will never be the same without him. |
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In honor of my Boxers, Baxter and Roxy, who fill my life with joy. |
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In memory of Sadie Biehl, who was a very brave girl. |
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For Jesse, who has taught us more over the last 15 years than we could ever hope to teach her. Keep smiling old girl!!! |
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In memory of Jordan, lost to hemangiosarcoma on June 14, 2000. The most loveable boy in the world, who never met anyone who wasn't his best friend. He was my sunshine for 12 years, and we miss him. |

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We've also created a very special movie to commemorate this event — Watch it here.
(Download QuickTime ) |
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