Memorials
"With love,
all things endure, for though they may pass from this earth,
they live on forever in the hearts of those who love them."
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TARA ANDRICH Tara Andrich,
age 36, of Aurora, passed away June 17, 2008. She is survived by
her mother Diane, father Terry, brother Jeffrey, paternal
grandfather William, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
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rea, Tara was a lifelong resident of the Denver
community with brief absences for education. A Gateway High
School graduate, Tara also graduated from the University of
Miami with a major in Political Science. Remaining in the Miami
area, she secured a Master's Degree from Saint Thomas University
in Sports Administration.
The Rainbow Bridge
Just this side of Heaven
is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here,
that pet
goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and
play together.
There is plenty of food water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and
comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor;
those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again
just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content except for one small thing;
they each miss someone very special to them who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together,
but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance.
His bright eyes are intent; his eager body begins to quiver.
Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass,
his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet,
you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again.
The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head,
and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from
your life
but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together...
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A Tribute to My Pugs
Betty Boop (black) and Henry
(fawn) were friends for life. Booper came to us as a 12 week old puppy,
no bigger than a minute. She was in charge from the moment we saw her.
What a little dynamo! Her life long friend came to us a couple of weeks
later. Henry was her long suffering companion. Boop controlled his life
as well as ours. If she was mad at us, she took it out on Henry; if she
was being teased and didn't like it, she took it out on Henry. He soon
learned to hide when she was on a tear, although that didn't help
because she waited until he appeared. They thought all people would love
them and appreciate their attention. Even though that wasn't true, they
never gave up trying to convince the offender. Henry, Mr. Hotshot
himself, took affront at birds or thunder. Birds in the trees in his
yard were trespassing and he circled and barked at them in the trees. If
one landed in the yard, the chase was on, even though it was short
lived. Thunder sent him out the doggie door, doing a figure eight in the
yard all the while barking at the sky. He was always very pleased with
himself and convinced he had chased it away. I could go on and on with
all of their antics. They were part of our lives for 13 years. Thirteen
wonderful years. Even though a divorce parted the humans in their life,
they still both loved us. We had shared custody of them, not court
ordered, but ordered by them. They loved coming to visit the new house,
but really didn't like the hard wood floors. They still had their old
house and yard to live in full time. I have been fortunate to share my
life with six pugs: Poudre, during my teen years; Charlie, he helped
raise the kids and keep them in their place; Betty Boop and Henry filled
the empty house after the kids left and brought new life to it; and,
finally still with me is AliceAnn, the rescue pug. I can't imagine my
life without a pug. So this is a tribute to those who are no longer with
me - I will always miss each and every one.
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IN MEMORY OF PIGGY Piggy was the daintiest sweetest pug in the world. She was great with everybody, along with many other things, but most importantly she was my best friend. She was with me when my parents divorced and flew home to the US from Indonesia on the most perfect day, Thanksgiving. There were so many things that made my little girl special. She sat on my bed and dried my tears when I cried, and she jumped for joy when I was happy. Somehow she always knew when I needed a a little pick me up and she would come bouncing right to my side to cheer me up. I always knew that one day she would pass on, but she was larger than life and seemed like she would live forever. On the day she passed on, we all knew that she had finally earned the wings that she deserved. She lived to be fifteen and will forever live on in our hearts and in our minds as a young playful little girl who is finally the angel we always knew she was. I love you sweet girl and am missing you more and more each day. Maddie Suter |
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BANDIT I
Had a Pug |
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GUS Gus came to CPR in 2006 when his owner entered a nursing home. He got along with everyone and everything... dogs, cats, people, you name it. He especially liked to keep track of where his foster mom was and what she was doing. As time went by, Gus developed mobility problems with his hind legs. Age and increasing immobility took their toll, and it was decided to keep Gus with CPR as a hospice dog for the rest of his days. Gus's mind remained sharp until the end, but finally his body just could not go on anymore. We hope that you are happy and whole again, Gussy-Gus! |
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MING We adopted Ming (formerly known as Peanut Butter) from CPR in July of 2002. She passed away on May 10, 2008, at the age of 15, of congestive heart failure. Ming was the most delightful, loving, smart and funny dog. Our family is devastated by her loss, but we are so very grateful Ming came to our family and that we had six wonderful years with her. Ming was very loved by all of us, and thoroughly spoiled! Even though she came to us almost completely blind from cataracts, Ming never let her lack of eyesight slow her down. She was able to play ball by hearing the ball bounce on the wood floor, and she always managed to track the ball down. Ming loved carrots and cantaloupe, and when she felt naughty she would dig in the trash looking for other "treats"! We could never be angry with her, though, because she was such a wonderful dog. Ming loved car rides and visiting Fuller Dog Park in Denver.
Thank you to CPR for giving us the
gift of Ming's companionship and love. Ming will be forever
missed by her loving family:
Shawn, Julie, Ariel and Hunter, and
Oliver (Ming's CPR brother) |
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KACEE Kacee was adopted through CPR in the summer of 2003 and passed away in September 2007 at the age of 16. A senior dog with puppy spirit, she was so smart and loving and spoiled rotten! She was in our lives for only a short while, but she will be in our hearts forever... we miss you old girl. David and Rae Milanovich |
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Goober |
Goober was our very
first foster pug and gave us 6 1/2 years of pure love. He was
truly grateful to be rescued from his miserable life. He was
always happy, and even though his body was giving
out, he LOVED meal time right to the end. Scott, Lindsay, Liam,
Hollywood and Frank |
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MAX My dear friend Max was born on March 23,1994. He left his earthly body on November 2, 2007. Max was with me since he was seven weeks old. He saw so much. He was just four months younger than my son, Austin. He lived through the passing of many furry brothers and sisters in our family. During his lifetime he had two Labrador retrievers as best friends. He lived through each of their passings. The last was just 10 short months before his own. He had four cat friends, also at different times. Our family misses him so very much. Max was on breathing medication for the last year of his life, and took these pills twice daily. He sure knew when it was time for his "snausages". (Had to hide his pills in these.) He lost his sight in his last year of life but would still follow me all over the house, no matter how he felt. I still feel his presence in the house around me. I believe his spirit visits me to check on me. We were inseparable in this lifetime. When he passed, I told him to go find Fred and Jazz, his Labrador best friends. After reading the poem Rainbow Bridge, I know he is there waiting for me and in time I will see him again and feel his wet kisses on my face once more. For now, he waits with his brothers and sisters, and I wait here with the family that misses our dear friend so very much. We love you Max, |
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Sugar's spirit left her failing body due to congestive heart failure. She fought hard to stay with me, but even with her wheelchair she couldn't make it over this one last hurdle. She died in my arms, finally pain-free and at peace. She will be deeply missed. Laura Walker |
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CALYPSO |
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Dee Dee Owned and loved very much by Amy Camenzind |
I stood by your bed last night; I came to have a peep. |
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PUDGE |
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Rocky |
In remembrance of Rocky. He was my best friend in the world, and
sadly he only lived to be seven years old. He will be greatly
missed. I love you sweet boy.
Jesse Giovale |
Allie |
In loving memory of Allie, the best cuddle pug in the world.
Jesse Giovale |
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Precious 2006 |
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PEBBLES On June 7, 2006, Pebbles went to Rainbow Bridge to join her pug hubby Pugsley, who passed in December 2005 (a few photos down). For the last four months of her life Pebbles could only get around in the wheel chair. Through all of that she was still just as happy as could be. Mom and Dad just spoiled her like crazy. Not being able to walk was not a problem because we carried her up and down the stairs and made sure she had a comfy bed in every room so she could hang out with us. We love and miss you Pebbles. We will never forget your sweetness and can only hope to find another pug as sweet as you. |
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Basil came to
Colorado Pug Rescue in 2005. |
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PUGSLEY Our Pugsley was with us for 13 1/2 years! We lost him to spondylosis in December 2005. He was our "little" boy and we miss him VERY much. In his younger days, he was a non-stop machine. He would guard the house and bark at the planes flying over. He loved road trips and lying in your lap. He would get so excited when you got home from work that he would go in circles with the cutest little whine of excitement. He loved to be snuggled and give big kisses. I miss his loud snoring at night. If you are reading this and considering getting a pug, I highly recommend it! Pugs are the sweetest dogs, and I could not imagine life without one. Currently, we have our baby-girl pug Pebbles. She is 12 years old, and although she misses Pugsley very much she is enjoying lots of extra attention. Get a PUG! |
 November 6, 2005 |
On November 6,
2005, our precious baby Spanky lost his brief but very brave battle
with pug dog encephalitis. He was only three years old. The moment
Spanky joined our family, our lives were changed forever. No longer
was there a dull (or quiet) moment. Spanky was the source of endless
hours of entertainment. He was the family clown and never failed to
make me laugh. One way or another, Spanky always made certain that
he was the center of attention. He had a huge personality, packed
into a pug's little body. I will never forget the way Spanky's
little brow furrowed and how his ears flopped as he trotted down the
sidewalk... pulling incessantly on his leash. I will forever miss
his sweet kisses and his adorable, oversized paws. After becoming
ill and being diagnosed with pug encephalitis, Spanky gave me two
precious weeks of laughter, mixed with tears. Spanky and I were
virtually inseparable during those last two weeks. Even in the face
of a fatal illness, Spanky showed strength and bravery and continued
to bring laughter and joy to everyone around him. Although my time
with him was short, Spanky left an undeniable impression upon my
heart and my life will never be the same without him. "Your pain,
confusion, and fear are now gone. Rest in peace, my sweet little
boy. We will love you forever and you will never be forgotten !"
Denise and Molly |
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BINKY Binky was diagnosed with cancer of the salivary gland on October
22, 2005. He started radiation treatment on Monday, November 7,
2005. He was scheduled for 18 treatments. He had to be put under
in order to have the radiation. On his fifth treatment, he never
woke up. He was a special pug. He chased shadows all the time.
Even when they were in the water, he'd jump in and chase those
shadows! He was raised by his brother Mumbles, an English
mastiff. So Binky thought he was a great big dog. He certainly
had a great big heart. He was my four legged shadow, and he went
with me everywhere. |
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Ryu was relinquished to CPR. He
was only with Gary and me for a few short hours, but his sweet
spirit touched both of us deeply. Ryu touched everyone he came in
contact with. He will be missed by
many, and he was loved by all of us that knew him. Ryu was only 11 months old. |
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Paula March 18, 2005 |
Our Pug Angel Paula got her wings on March 18, 2005. Her spirit is one that will remain with us forever. We knew she was deaf when we adopted her from CPR, but we soon learned that she heard joy, laughter and sadness with her heart, not her ears. She showed us that sheer willpower can overcome any physical problem after slipping a disk in her back and becoming paralyzed. (We wrote about her in CPR’s Newsletter a few years back). After a few months in a canine wheelchair she managed to stand, then walk, and finally was able to run and play again, even though our vet found no real sensation in her back legs. Cataracts claimed most of her eyesight a year ago, but somehow she knew where Mom, Dad, and her new pug brother, (another CPR baby), Bubba where. If not, she had a special call for her mom. She had been able to overcome so much adversity, and her heart was so full of goodness that, finally, it just couldn’t go on. She had completed her job here, and it was time for her to go. I heard her bark today as I tried to write this through my tears. It was her bark that always said “I’m here”. We know she’s now whole again - with all working parts! We were so blessed to have her! We’ll always love you, Miss Paula Poo! Mom, Dad, Manda, Buffye pug and Bubba pug |
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Uncle
Bunny |
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Kashmir's Pink
Floyd |
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My little boy,
Rudy, died on May 11, 2005, of heart failure. He was adopted from CPR in
September 1998, and lived with his new dad (Greg Kemp) in Salt Lake
City, Utah. |
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MOE
Moe was found wandering the streets in
southern
Colorado and turned in to Colorado Pug Rescue. We had a large
lump removed from his belly that turned out to be malignant. Moe
put in a long hard fight and enjoyed his time with his foster
mom.
Moe lost his battle with cancer in September 2003. |
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Maggie 1985 - 1999 Relinquished to CPR at 12 yrs of age and lived with our foster parent Ann Durant |
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Wiggles 1992 - 11/15/02 Presented to CPR at 10 years of age after being found wandering the streets. His last days were lived in comfort at the home of our foster parent Vicki Reichel. |
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Cindy Lou 1992 - 12/2/02 Cindy Lou was found wandering in a ditch 10 miles out of Hutchinson, KS. She was brought to us from a shelter and had a new home awaiting her. Unfortunately, Cindy Lou did not recover from the anesthetic after her spay. |
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Gumby 1987 - 4/01/2003 Gumby was released to CPR after remaining unclaimed in a shelter. Gumby was adopted and lived out the rest of her long life with Amy Martinez and her family. Gumby lost her battle with cancer on April 1, 2003. |
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Sackett We had Sackett for about ten years. He was fourteen when we lost him this summer. He was the happiest, sweetest-natured little guy we've ever known. We came by him when he began getting loose from his home next door to us, and would come see us and spend the day stretched out on our lawn, then stretch and yawn when we'd get home from work, come to greet us like he was ours. Finally the neighbors said we could have him if we wanted! No problem there and we loved him to pieces and enjoyed many wonderful years. He howled for cookies and groaned in joy at tummy rubs. He was a true buddy. Laura Olmstead |
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Star's
Little Trinket, CDX |
Missy |
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Kashmir's Soft Parade 1991-1998 Owned & loved by |
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Daisy 9/1996 - 4/1998 Owned & loved by |