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 quivers. 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.... Author unknown...

Dalai Lama
Dalai Lama came to me as a rescue at age 2. She was called 'Dolly' when I got her but I changed her name to 'Dalai Lama',. She had this wonderful 'apple' face. Her eye was damaged when I got her. I tried for a year to maintain it even though she was blind in that eye. After multiple infections that the vet said would continue, it was decided to remove the eye. She never missed it. She remained her a barreled shape and apple faced beauty. She loved visiting grandma because she fed her all she wanted. She died a month after grandma. They are both missed but are together in heaven together I hope. (of course if she is in heaven with mom she'll have to compete with Fritz, Baron, Chita, Clancy, Norman and Ginger the 'other' McCarthy dogs. It must be heaven if they are all there together) Regina McCarthy

Flame
Flame passed away at home on August 31, 2009. He was almost 13 years old. Although he never won any competitions, he was always a champion to us. Flame reminded me about the simple things in life - chasing the light "fairies", walking in the rain, running in the yard, digging in the snow, and the joy of a big doggie grin. I always felt secure when he spent his vacations at Wag On Inn with Adrienne and the wonderful volunteers. As Flame aged and standing became more difficult, he still followed us around. In addition, we would like to thank Dr. Cohen for saving Flame's life and giving us another 2 years with our boy. Flame will always live in our hearts. The Hendels

Ted E. Bear
I wanted to let you know that sadly Teddy passed away last night. My Dad called me at 12:30 A.M. to tell me that he was acting "funny" (lost bowel control and was laying on the floor and didn't want to get up). While we were on the phone, as my Dad was petting him, he passed away. Needless to say, my father has lost what we all consider a "best friend". I was on the phone last night with emergency vets at 1:00 AM because we weren't sure what to do (I am an hour away from my Dad and Dave was spending the night at Courtney's dog sitting). They assured us that we could wait until morning so I am headed there now so we can have him cremated. Thanks for opening your arms and hearts and souls to this wonderful dog who would have otherwise "met his maker" a lot sooner than August 16, 2009. Rest assured that he lived an incredibly comfortable and happy life with my Mom and Dad and then just with my Dad. My Dad is truly heartbroken and did break down on the phone last night. I have to run because the hospital opens at 9:30 AM. Dave and I will get a photo and be purchasing a full page ad in the Halloween Parade booklet in memory of this loyal, loving member of our family.

Humphrey
We have raised four children,who now have children of their own. 12 wonderful grandchildren. For almost 7 years we took care of my Mom, who had Alzheimers Disease. All that time we had pets. A little over a year ago we had to say good-bye to our 19 yr. old pet, Boogaloo. I thought that I would never want another pet. It just hurts so much when they are gone. My children kept telling me that I should get another pet because I love them so much. Well I listened to them. I went on line and found Wag On Inn Rescue. Looking through the pictures of the many pets that needed a home, I saw Humphrey's picture. I read his description. He just sounded perfect! I filled out the application, and shortly after Jody contacted me. She was so very helpful in getting all the information that was needed for us to adopt Humphrey. Then I was told that Kathy, Humphrey's foster Mom would set up a meeting. I couldn't wait. The first time I saw him, Kathy was with my husband bringing him to our home. It was love at first sight. His little over bite made him looked like he was smiling. He was so gentle, and friendly. My daughter, Marge, and her children were here to meet Humphrey too. He laid on his back so that my grandson could rub his tummy. Kathy said, that he would need a re-check by his doctors, and if everything was ok, he was ours. Kathy has been amazing, I know how full her days are. She was always there if I needed to ask a question. Kathy is so dedicated. Humphrey was finally ours in February. He was everything that we wanted. He was only in his crate for about a week,then he slept anywhere he wanted, he was so well behaved. When I got up in the morning he would greet me with a wagging tail and that wonderful smile. He loved meeting new people and other furry friends. He even made friends with a Beagle that doesn't particularly make friends. I think Humphrey's calm disposition had something to do with that. He loved to sit by my Husband's feet while he was on the computer. I would here my Husband talking to him like he was talking with one of his buddies. After Humphrey's first grooming, he looked so handsome. He stood there, I knew he was very proud of the way he looked. Kate, his groomer said, that she wished all of her clients behaved as well as Humphrey. At night I would sit on the floor and brush him, I enjoyed that almost as much as he did. When we first adopted our Humphrey, we knew that he had dry eye and a heart murmur. On one visit to our Vet. a lump was discovered, it tested positive for Lymphoma. On the adoption site it states that these animals need love. Humphrey gave us more love and many happy memories than we could ask for. I know that there could never be another Humphrey Hanily, but in the future, if you find an other pet that might like us, please let us know. On the other side of the bridge to forever,our animal friends wait for us. Good-bye hurts so much. But someday we will think of our Humphrey with smiles instead of tears. It will feel as if his little soul has left a rainbow in our hearts. June 20, 2009 God Bless you, Ginny and Joe Hanily