Angels and Animals
Angel means "messenger," and these messengers come in many different guises. Here you can tell others what four-footed, two-footed, no-footed, or winged being brought you a message for which you are grateful.

My Amelia passed on April 5, 08 after 12 years together. As promised, I had her cremated and used some of her ashes for a memorial portrait tattoo....Pics are here: www.sodahead.com/blog/5540/ Love you and miss you baby, See you soon Your servant, Doc
- DH, N Carolina   15 May 2008

My Cockapoo, Lady, was bitten by another dog. As I walked away from the vet's counter I prayed to God for blessings on the hands and minds of the staff taking care of her. As soon as finished the prayer I stepped out of the office door and the song Lady by the Commodores started to play. I knew the power of prayer and God's work was in motion.
- Rich, Peoria,AZ   12 May 2008

I took my dear yellow lab Joy with me when I had my car serviced today. Joy and I sat in the waiting room. Every time a person came in Joy's tail would thump to acknowledge their presence. Each person was accepted and unique. If only humans could give the same respect to others as Joy gives we would find more peace and justice in our world!
- JEB, Crosslands, Kennett Sq.PA   6 May 2008

My precious Jack Russell Minnie is my whole world, best friend, my Angel. She was diagnosed as diabetic 3 months ago. I will do ANYTHING and EVERYTHING I need to - to keep her healthy. Shes only 4.5 years old. I love her even more now if thats possible.
- cath, England   2 May 2008

Hi all animal lovers...I have been so blessed this week to discover my "angel kitty" Jasmine, who passed lassed May 2007 to "the bridge" after 20 years, was chosen as a photo entry in the June 2008 Cat Fancy magazine, page 95. Such a honor, she will always be a "buddha" like, strenght in the heavens to me and all who knew her...Jms and her rescued kitty brother Takoda...
- JMS JSS and TS, nyc   24 Apr 2008

I remember when my kitty smokey was sick she could barley hold her head up,I was arguing with my husband and poor little smokey kept meowing(?)the more I argued the more she meowed(?)so I stopped arguing and sat down then she just lay there staring at me.I think what she was trying to tell me,was it wasn't worth getting upset and sick over and how she was so right,I miss my little girl to continue to remind me of these things.Thanks.
- china34doll, USA   12 Apr 2008

Having authored many stories for petwarmers.com, as well as being an animal advocate for many years and an author of eleven books on child abuse; I got tired of the mainstream publishers ripping off the common man who has a simple pet story they wish to see published. In late February, with about 25 other pet lovers, we stated a new project on our own and in five weeks we put together and published a book store quality book about pets. We are now starting the second project titled “Crossing the Rainbow Bridge,” a remembrance for pets that have passed. If anyone is interested in becoming a part of this book, the details are at the link below. This is not a money making project. It is a book put together strictly by pet lovers, about their pets and their personal stories. It is not a book to be sold in stores. As an animal advocate, I think this is a wonderful project. http://www.geocities.com/trampolineone/survive3/srv601.htm Roger Dean Kiser, author trampolineone@earthlink.net
- Roger Dean Kiser, Georgia   5 Apr 2008

I had many shelter animals,the most at one time was three dogs and five cats,they were all so sweet,loving and trusting they were all up to date on their shots they were fed well some had gained a wee bit too much so he was watched .Later on in the years I noticed all my animals were dropping off,I couldn't find any thing out,as one cat/dog died I would replace him/her so another animal could have a chance at life,I did several web searches,asked questions I never gave up until I found some one that knew:most of my cats/dogs all died fron renal failure it was from the cat/dog food given to them the ingredients was so shocking I decided to join forces with any activist groups it was there I learned even more.I still cry missing all my pets never knowing I may have kept them safe.Thanks
- china34doll, Mass.   1 Apr 2008

Dear Denise and Hanna, I so agree with you about the importance of opening one's heart and home to another animal family member, when we lose an animal angel healor. Magic and Holly are on the rainbow bridge...spreading their good light on you and yours. My new buddy Takoda was a shelter kitty, who found me after a 20+ year companion kitty went to heaven... We are so blessed to have our animal friends to inspire, delight,love and be loved... Best to you...
- JMS and JSSand TS, NYC, NY   23 Mar 2008

I lost my first Rottie in 2003, Magic was a Service and Therapy dog. Her friend Holly was aquired at 7 mos. old and was abused and we got her from the Rottie Rescue in Doylestown, Pa. We moved this past Oct of 2007, and Holly at 10 1/2 years old couldn't handle the move. Holly suffered a massive Heart Attack only 5 days after we moved here. I do in home pet sitting, and a dear friend of mine knew I could not live without another dog, so on Nov. 2nd Hannah a GoldenDoodle came into our life. I felt so quilty about having Hannah, but a friend reminded me of this "When we loose a pet, it's their way of saying they have to go and it's time to give our love and care to another pet so they have a good life also, and don't wind up in a shelter or dying at a young age for no reason." Although we all miss our beloved pets, it is comforting to start a new relationship and give to another. Forever in our Hearts ****Magic & Holly****
- Denise H., Albrightsville, PA   23 Mar 2008

Seit 1 Woche vermisse ich meine 12-jährige Katze "Minka". Sie ist einfach nicht mehr nach Hause gekommen - das tut sie sonst nie! Ich vermisse ihr schnurren in meinem Bett, ihre zärtlichen Streicheleinheiten. Minka: wo immer du auch bist: ich hoffe, es geht dir gut! Danke für die schöne Zeit mit dir! Außerdem hoffe ich, dass sich mein Rehpinscher Viola noch einmal etwas von seiner schweren Krankheit erholt und ich sie noch einige Zeit haben darf. Am 18. Januar hatten wir bereits einen Termin zum Einschläfern..... Ich bin so traurig!
- Nene, Germany   19 Mar 2008

I am right now holding and petting my disabled rabbit "Ellie". She wasn't always disabled, but disease and seizures have left her unable to hop. She needs me like an infant and I am grateful to God that I can be there for her and that she is there to love me back.
- JLR, Texas Feb 2008   24 Feb 2008