JONAH  11/01/03 TO 03/02/08

Jonah came to us on a cold, rainy day, full of boxer wiggles and kisses. A shy and timid young boxer boy, but with the help of his boxer brother and sister he soon grew into a proud and happy guy. Jonah was happiest chasing bugs in the backyard or proving he could tug a rope harder than anyone else. Even through all the long and hard struggles, he always showed pure boxer courage. Jonah, we are sorry your forever home was so short lived. There will forever be a home in our hearts for you. And thank you for letting me be there to watch that proud boxer you became, cross that bridge. Dan & Jeff ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I, too, abide to dispel the misery of the world. - HH Dalai Lama

 

 

 

LILLY

We’re really going to miss her. Destiny ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* For as long as space endures, and for as long as living beings remain, until then may I, too, abide to dispel the misery of the world. - HH Dalai Lama

 

 

MUDGE - 02/05-12/23/07 The one & only

You wiggled your way into the middle of everthing, including our hearts. You gave us so much joy, and laughter. You were one of a kind. You are loved and missed everyday. You will never be forgotten and you will never be replaced.

 

 

KENDRA

Kendra came into out lives in 1999 through Boxer rescue. The very second we saw her picture on the website we knew she was ours and we were hers.We had the most fun spoiling her before we had our daughter. The day we brought our daughter home from the hospital, Kendra was there to welcome her.They became BFF's. Kendra went everywhere with us and we continued to spoil her.She made us laugh all the time and never complained or asked for anything except for love, which we were all too happy to give her. Even the morning that she went to rest, she was wanting to play. That was so like her too. In all the years we had her, she never barked, but she loved to rough-house with her "Chuckie". There is a tremendous emptiness in our hearts and home right now. I know what we did was for the best for our dear girl. We would never let her suffer even though we are suffering now. My daughter had called her "waggiebutt" when she started talking and the name just stuck. That butt would wag until we thought it would wag right off of her sometimes.We love you Kendra and you will always be in our hearts and souls. Kendra "waggiebutt" Hensler 1998 to 10-19-07

 

 

BUSTER

You will be missed - July 2007

 

 

 

LANCE

Crossed to the Rainbow Bridge on June 28th, 2007 Lance was my Groucho Marx. He had the abilities to make me laugh, everyday, numerous times a day, even if I wanted to cry! Through his loving, kind and indomitable spirit I learned that you don't stop - keep going with a smile - it'll be okay. He never stopped, even when he was going through his chronic illness and pain he continued to bring joy, smiles and love. You touched many people in your short time on earth and will be long and much missed. Peace to you Lancy-Po. Run free and be healthy, my good friend and furry child, until we meet again. Mommy/Janet

 

 

ELLIE BELLE

Farewell to Ellie Belle, You were the senior girl noboby wanted. You have proven to everyone that you are never too old to adopt a boxer. You spent almost a year in rescue before you found your final forever home with a couple in their senior years themselves. Your new mommy & daddy were close to 90 themselves and all they wanted was a boxer to love & cherish. You were the lifeline for your mommy when she lost her husband within 6 months of giving you a loving home. Always at her side but never jumping up to hurt her. Never rushing past her when she was in the wheelchair or using her walker. Lying beside her bed at night to keep her safe and secure. You battled with your cancer for a long time. Survived the masectomy and never lost your love of life and the people who surrounded you. We knew it was time to say our prayers and wish you a blessed farewell when it became clear that you were struggling to breathe. Even in those last few minutes you were full of love & kisses. We will always love you and have a special corner of our heart reserved for you and the memories you gave us. Herb, Gerry & Ellie

 

BUTCHIE NOV 1997 – NOV 2007
The Love of our Life. Sadly missed - Never forgotten - Always in our thoughts.

 

APOLLO February 1, 1994 – April 9, 2007
There will never be a more gentle soul or spirit than yours. Until we meet again our beloved friend. You will forever remain in our hearts. We love you

Today I lost my 1st "Little Boy". Even though he was 13, I knew this day would eventually come, I can't seem to believe he's no longer here. He was the most amazing dog, perpetually happy, always empathetic. He knew exactly what I needed, when I needed love and never took no for an answer. Those of you who knew him, know exactly what I mean. His spirit was the purest I've ever known and my heart aches without him. The Rainbow Bridge inspired by a Norse legend By the edge of a woods, at the foot of a hill, Is a lush, green meadow where time stands still. Where the friends of man and woman do run, When their time on earth is over and done. For here, between this world and the next, Is a place where each beloved creature finds rest. On this golden land, they wait and they play, Till the Rainbow Bridge they cross over one day. No more do they suffer, in pain or in sadness, For here they are whole, their lives filled with gladness. Their limbs are restored, their health renewed, Their bodies have healed, with strength imbued. They romp through the grass, without even a care, Until one day they start, and sniff at the air. All ears prick forward, eyes dart front and back, Then all of a sudden, one breaks from the pack. For just at that instant, their eyes have met; Together again, both person and pet. So they run to each other, these friends from long past, The time of their parting is over at last. The sadness they felt while they were apart, Has turned into joy once more in each heart. They embrace with a love that will last forever, And then, side-by-side, they cross over. together.

 

SPIKE
Spike, we adopted you when you were about 4 years old. Florida Boxer Rescue brought us together...we went to see another dog that was being fostered at the same house...a younger flashy fawn. Dylan was 3 1/2 and Savannah was 5...the younger boxer was a little wild with the kids. You were there and although you had a hard life until we met...your personality and gentleness with the kids won us over...we took you that day with your bad hips, heartworm problems, skinny frame & all your drool. You were the king of the house...for you meant that we had actually had a house for the first time...no more apartments, a home. Spike, you were there when our first baby went to school.. you walked with us that morning...you were there when we brought Kyla home...you sniffed her, gave her a lick and went back to laying down. This time though you went wherever she was and planted yourself firmly between the baby and anyone who came close. You went on a road trip to NY last year and were so good...you loved the real grass and no humidity of Sept in upstate NY. Every time I stepped out of bed you were at my feet...whenever I came home you were at the other side of the door...now I open the door and only your little buddy Scrappy waits for me...he seems a little lost too.....we all do...your were the man...and I will always love you...I miss you already. We took you to the vet to be cremated and I kissed you good-bye for all of us one last time...be safe and rest easy. Good Dog...Good Dog....such a Good Dog. IN LOVING MEMORY SPIKE HIGGINS 1997-2006

SAM 1997-2005
way too short of a life for such a special boy