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...

Indigo's Solving the Case at Oasis 11-24-10 to 5-11-2012

The emotions are still incredibly raw with losing my beloved Pauley. She was welcomed into the Oasis Crew several months ago, and all seemed wonderful. She fit right in, running and playing with the crew, with NO incident for MONTHS. To both my shock and horror and with no warning, the pack turned on her one fateful morning. My wonderful Pauley fought a valiant battle to over-come her wounds and had even come home from the hospital to recover. I thought for sure she would make a full recovery. She suddenly took a turn for the worse on the 5th day and I was taking her back to the hospital for further treatment. She passed away on the ride to the vet clinic. I had no clue she was that close to death. I will never know what precipitated the pack turning on her, but it reminded me that no matter how much I love these guys, I must remember they are animals and I must always be much more vigilant. I'm still working through the myriad of question as to "WHY?", "HOW?" and still haven't come to any answers. Pauley "Cracker Dog", I loved you so much and I'm so sorry I couldn't pull you through.

Oasis Song of Sahara 7/29/07 - 4/10/12

The decision to finally let Sahara go to the Rainbow Bridge was escruciatingly difficult. She and I had fought to heal a wound on her foot for about 3 1/2 years. When the second foot suddenly broke out and and could not be healed, I knew it was time to consider that we were up against an unbeatable foe. After surgeries, specialist and multiple vets, I had to acknowledge that I was up against something that could not be beat. When she got to the point that it was difficult to walk and she stopped wanting to eat much, I knew I had to do what was right for my girl. I love you Sahara. Remember what I told you. Find your way home to me as I will always have a place in my heart for you.

Lazy D's Dohse Hi Roads to Oasis (5/18/07 - 5/18/10) Dusty passed away on his 3rd birthday. He was the silliest, goofiest, most destructive, yet also the most lovable boy in the world. He was NEVER aggressive to anyone or anything... pretty much the kindest, gentlest dog anyone could hope for. He will be so deeply missed. Having endured several weeks of seizures unresponsive to medication and having gone completely blind, Dusty succumbed to an aggressive brain tumor and passed away in his sleep. Being a strong believer in reincarnation, I often wonder if one of my current girls isn't his soul having come back home because she SOOO reminds me of him. It warms my heart to believe he found his way back to me.

Peerless Sobrina Rayada at Oasis (11/27/08 - 12/10/09) We lost our beloved Brina at just 12 months of age. She had gotten into the trash late one evening and by morning had to under go surgery for an intestinal blockage. The first surgery seemed to work and she came home after a few days of observation in the hospital. Unfortunately, she developed an infection presumably from a very small hole somewhere within the peritoneal area. Exploratory surgery revealed
that she had developed adhesions on her pancreas and intestines and was full of infection. If they would have removed her infected intestines she would have had a poor quality of life, so we made the hard decision to let her go.
I miss my Velcro Girl so much. It's amazing how much the human heart can love and hurt...

Bill (1992 - 2006)

My faithful buddy for many years.
You and your brother Alex saw me through some of my darkest days and pulled me through.
I will miss you and your brother Alex until we meet again at the Rainbow Bridge.

Alex (1992 - 2000)

My little man Alex, you left me way too soon because of that evil disease, cancer.
My best friend & the little guy who taught all my new pups how to love and play.
When my time comes, I will be looking for you at the Rainbow Bridge.

Lucy (2002 - 2004)

Dear Lucy,
Though you weren't my dog, you were my "grandpuppy"
and you taught me how to truly appreciate a "big" girl.
Again, the cruelty of cancer took you away from me, Josh and Nada far too soon.

Tootsie the Boston Terrier

Tootsie was 9 years old when she passed away on 1/22/09.
She was there for me through some very rough times. I really miss her...