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| | The Loss of A Pet For most people reading these pages, a house is not a home without at least one dog providing unconditional love and companionship. Dogs however have one major design fault - they don't live as long as we do. Thus, when the inevitable comes the loss is often too much to bear. However, after a period of grieving lasting from weeks to sometimes years we give our hearts to another pet and do it all over again, a clear indication of the pure pleasure we derive from sharing our life with an animal. Grief is the price we pay for love and is usually well worthwhile.
Some people are so disillusioned with human relationships that they invest all their love on their pet, and experience a whole range of emotions and emptiness when that pet is taken from them. It is important to know that this is a normal reaction and that it is necessary to go through a period of mourning and not to 'put on a brave face' which can be harmful and cause illness. Adopting another pet is not a sign of disloyalty, but merely a tribute to the love shared with the departed one. A pet cannot be replaced but there is nothing wrong with filling the tremendous void that exists, and it is important to remember that each is an individual in its own right and is equally deserving of our love and care.
Sometimes it is not easy discussing your grief with a member of the family who may be dismissive, or merely trying to disguise their own grief. If you need to talk to someone less familiar please feel free to ring us on 0844 879 4260. We understand all too well how you are feeling and are quite used to tears at the other end of the phone. |
   
SKYE - 7.10.2000 - 8.10.2006
Too unique to be forgotten, a wonderful friend to all - Chris
RUFUS, a much loved woodle dog
He lived with me for 11 years after being rescued at 8 years old.
He loved his cuddles and daffodils. He was a Westie with as much character as I’ve ever seen in all the Westies I’ve ever had.
Sleep tight woodle dog. - Margaret
DOUGIE ( the mischievous MacDonald )
6th. May 1993 - 7th. August 2007
He brought us huge joy, was much loved, and is now hugely missed by us all - Shelley and Richard
KATIE - 5.8.1993 - 30.8.2007
She has left such a void in my life. I will remember her funny little ways, her determination to do what she wanted and her pretty little face, always. Rest well my little love. - Kim
POPPY (Precious Scotty Loch)
20.4.95 - 9.7.07
FLOSS - left us 9.11.05
We had the privilege of taking Floss into our care when she was approximately 4 years old in September 1996. A dear sweet, refined Westie who only asked for a settled and quiet home after a difficult start to life. In return she gave us unstinting love and devotion for 9 wonderful years.
Poppy was our first Westie, so she will always have a special place in our hearts. A feisty but loving girl, who was adored by so many. She welcomed Floss into the family and was her eyes and ears when Floss' health started to fail. She was taken from us so suddenly at her favourite walking place – our wonderful, devoted companion for 12 blissful years.
Until we meet again little Angels - Sandra and David
'Robert'
Nov 1992 - Sept 2007
In loving Memory of my Darling, treasured Robert (Benary Bennath Chandeau) who sadly lost his life to illness aged 14 years 10 months. My first Westie and the most wonderful companion. He followed me everywhere with his beautiful character, gentle manner and incredible eyes - always trusting and giving unconditional love. I will miss him more than I can ever say – Rest in Peace my wonderful, treasured Boy until we meet again. - Chris
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In Memory of Suzie
Rest in Peace
(Died 5th. December 2007)
We remember the day we got you,
You were such a poorly pup.
But you forgot your illness very well,
And never once gave up.
You put your trust in others,
And they put their trust in you.
Together with lots of love and help
You managed to pull through.
Now sadly you have left us,
Your body suffers no more pain.
God bless you darling Suzie,
Until we meet again.
Lots of love always, Mummy and Daddy XX
Night night sweetheart
TIPPY
Tippy was 10, full of life, energetic, loved every one and everything she ever met, she was and still is the best Westie I could ever ask
for. I miss her company and everything about her. She was my best friend and I hope she has peace wherever she is now. Thanks for being such a loyal, trusted and cheeky little friend. We all miss you so much and it breaks my heart to think I will never
see you again, but we have memories!
God bless you, love you with all my heart. - Mel XX
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HAMISH
Hamish Boy, you enlightened our life for over 9 years after you adopted us. You will never be forgotten and will live in our hearts until we are all together again. Love you forever, Mum and Dad xxx
 MILLIE Sadly taken from us on 29/06/08
We had you for seven wonderful years
Missed by all never forgotten
Sleep well baby girl
Love mum, dad, shannon & abi Xxxx |
MEAGAN
I woke up this morning to a lovely sunny day, not that it's stayed sunny, but that's beside the point. When I went downstairs my two babies were excited (as is usual) to see me, which always brings a smile to my face. Meagan's whole little body simply vibrates in anticipation of having her belly rubbed and Dodger jumps around like a little spring lamb, I dread the day I'm without them.
24th. August 2008, the day I dreaded has come. I have lost my baby, my beautiful Meagan and the pain is terrible, I have the most awful hole deep inside my chest. Poor Dodger is like a little lost soul who has lost his soulmate. Sleep tight Meggie, my little puddin', I will love you always. - Jan |
COCO
If it should be........
If it should be that I grow frail and weak,
and pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you should do what must be done,
for this last battle can’t be won.
You will be sad, I understand,
Don’t let your grief then stay your hand,
For this day more than all the rest,
Your love and friendship stands the test,
We’ve had so many happy years,
What is to come can hold no fears,
Would you want me to suffer so?
When the time comes please let me go.
Take me where my needs they’ll tend,
Only stay with me until the end.
And hold me firm and speak to me,
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time you’ll understand,
it is a kindness you do for me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I’ve been saved.
Do not grieve, it must be you,
Who must decide this thing to do.
We’ve been so close we two these years,
Don’t let your heart hold any tears.
Sleep Tight Coco XXXX Jan and John
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'Parsnip' ('Copseleaze Just The Job')
May 1st. 1993 - Feb. 6th. 2009
A wonderful old gentleman who deserves a place in our 'memorial' section. He was a great friend to all our Westies, both resident and passing through, and had a terrific sense of humour.
We will remember his bravery and stoicism in his latter years as he coped with his poor old stiff legs and the 'young bloods' that he kept under control in the gentlest way.
He will always be remembered with love, and sadly missed by his Westie buddies and Jacqui & Robert.
Rest in Peace old fellow until we all meet up at Rainbow Bridge. XXX
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Barny Rubble - lost his life at 5pm on 12th March 2009 R.I.P. Barny Rubble of Hawkridge
thank you for letting us into your life
and making our house so lived in
you are missed so much. All our love always, Mummy and Daddy XXXXX 
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IZZY GARDENER (Rosbrin Gay Poppet)
16 July 1992 - 22 September 2008 Our darling Izzy,
We thank God for sixteen wonderful years with our lovely Fur Girl.
The dog who hated the Coronation Street theme music
so much, she pushed over the TV set and broke it.
Our devoted Post Dog, who date stamped all our mail with her teeth
My constant companion before, during and after my major operations.
Cheerio Izz, we loved you too much to see you suffer,
we miss you now and always will. Until we meet again, beyond the Rainbow. Mum and Dad xxx
(Ian and Pat Gardener, Portishead, Bristol)
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ELLIE
Just over a year ago I lost my beloved westie Kirsty I knew that God had taken her for a reason. I contacted Westie ReHoming and was told of an older westie Jessie who was in desperate need of a new home. I knew then this was the reason. I travelled to Essex and collected her she was perfect. She had been dreadfully neglected. I changed her name to Ellie to give her a brand new start in life. She fitted in with my other little dog Frankie perfectly.
Ellie you gave me nothing but love and pleasure. I can see you now watching all the animals in the fields when we went for our country walks together. I see you playing with your favourite toy Millie Moo Cow. Sadly, God only let me have you for a year he decided that you too needed to go to heaven and took you a year to the day I rehomed you.
I will always love you and Frankie and I are missing you so much. Thank you Ellie for bringing me so much joy and pleasure. You are safe in heaven now my precious little girl.
Love you always Mummy and Frankie. xxxxx
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GEMMA and BELLA
"Those who are familiar with Westies will know and identify with anyone who has accompanied them in their final moments. My two gorgeous girls have both died within seven months of each other, Gemma (16) back in March this year and Bella (13) just this week, on the 7th October.
The gap they leave is indescribable. This in itself, is indicative of the wonderful companionship and love they have given me over so many years. Being a single man, they have been there for me through thick and thin, ever dependable, always ready to bring me down to earth, getting me out and about, helping me to enjoy life and so much more. With their characteristic Westie nature they have remained the loyalest of mates I could ever have wished for and given me so much happiness and a sense almost of being a Team!
I thank God for them and trust that, whatever lies for them beyond this life, they never lose whatever it was that made them give so much to a mere human being like me! God bless them.” Tim (Girling) - Leicester
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Remy - 7.9.95 - 15.2.10
I went to Wood Green Animal Shelter several times for a cat and came home with you, my baby, and I have never regretted one moment of the 2½ years we spent together. The large hole that you have left I fear I will never fill. You were loved by all, especially the local school children that, on their way to school, each morning, would stop to say hello and pat you, which you loved.
Rest In Peace Our Baby From Mummy xxx & Gheorghie xxx 
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