Waiting at the Bridge
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In memory of Remy
In memory of my boy Remy, on what would have been his 16th birthday.
~Love Dad
In Memory of Fancy
In memory of beautiful Fancy. She was the sweetest dog ever!
~from Bill and Sandy Compagnone
In memory of beautiful Fancy. She was the sweetest dog ever!
~from Bill and Sandy Compagnone
In Memory of Woody
In memory of Woody Woodrow Wilson. Sweet and loving. In many ways the GOAT.
~ from Kathy Butler
In memory of Woody Guthrie, one of the sweetest pups I've ever known. His loving, incredible parents, Harvey Wilson and Karin Levitt, are friends of mine. I'm so grateful you helped this amazing dog find such a loving home.
~From Amy Hurt
In memory of Louie...
Run free sweet Louie! Your joyful spirit was an inspiration
~Love, mama2
In memory of Luna Fremed...
In memory of Luna, our beloved SGRR rescue who succumbed
to liver cancer today
~Love, Dr Eric and Nancy Fremed
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In loving memory of Luna Fremed, beloved companion of
Nancy, Eric, & Willow.
Your velvety fur and soul-reaching eyes will be greatly missed by your family. You were gone too quickly from their lives but will be forever in their hearts.
~With love and sympathy,
Donna Toncic
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In memory of Luna Fremed
~from David Gruber
In memory of Maggie...
Maggie, Mags, Magala, Maggie Mae - she answered to all of them. She had a wonderful life - 15 years of touching so many hearts, helping children learn to read, comforting many, & making people smile with her sweet, gentle & kind demeanor. She was a beloved family member, referred to as her person's "sanity," & incredibly intuitive, putting all of what she was into being an exceptional therapy pup. She will be missed terribly, but we know she is pain-free at the Bridge, happy & rolling around in the grass with Kelsey, Harley, Callie, & Grover, with RJ supervising.
~ Chuck, Toni Ann, Sophia, Julia, Mojo, & Piper Ames
In memory of Annie...
In memory of Annie (Piper) - adopted in October 2008 from SGRR
~from Whitney Howe
In Memory of Mabel...
In memory of Mabel.
Thanks for all the rolls and belly rubs and love you gave us all!
~From Martha Breisch
In memory of Miss Harper Lee...
In memory of Miss Harper Lee of New Orleans.
~from MaryCate and Harper Lee Smith.
In Memory of Heather...
In memory of my SGRR rescue Heather, 2012
~From Maryanne Hamelin
In Memory of Sally ...
Sally crossed the Bridge today. She was a beautiful
Golden with an amazing spirit who brightened the lives
of Rick and Susan and many others for almost 12 years.
~ From Joan Palatine
In Memory of Calvin ...
In memory of Calvin (FKA Dale) much loved and missed by the McMahon Family.
Calvin brought so much love and laughter to his forever family.
They will miss their talkative furry friend!
~From Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Maggie Mae ...
In loving memory of Maggie Mae
~ From Margaret Duque
In Memory of Charlie ...
In loving memory of Charlie ❤️
~ From Zitzelberger Kennels
In Memory of Maggie May O'Connell ...
In loving memory of Maggie May O’Connell
May 24, 2014 (adopted) - June 25 2022
We love you Maggie May.
Thank you SGRR.
~ From Mary O’Connell
In memory of Maisie Dae ...
In memory of Maisie Dae, aka Maggie, aka Reenie
~ From Cody Henderson
In Memory of Charlton Heston...
In memory of Charlton Heston so loved and missed by his mom Laura.
He was just a wonderful pup!
~Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Remy...
In loving memory of sweet Remy
2/19/07 - 5/9/22
Adopted 4/19/15.
Sleep well, sweet boy.
~Love Dad
Duchess, Gizmo, & Santa
In Memory of Duchess...
In Memory of Duchess, a remarkable rescue story!
~from your SGRR family, with love
In Memory of Duchess...
In memory of sweet Duchess.
Duchess was a certified therapy dog for 7 years and she touched well over 5000 people between hospice, schools and corporate health fairs.
Rest in peace sweet Duchess, you were an angel on earth.
Thank you to Bob Hopkins and family for sharing Duchess with so many!
~Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Massimo...
Dear Jason, Stephanie and Louise,
We continue to think of all of you. We know the special place that sweet Massimo had in your lives and how much you will miss him.
We wanted to let you know that the US ELG has made a donation in Massi's memory to the Sunshine Golden Retriever Rescue to help Goldens who are in need of homes.
With our sympathies,
US ELG
Dear Jason, Stephanie and Louise,
We continue to think of all of you. We know the special place that sweet Massimo had in your lives and how much you will miss him.
We wanted to let you know that the US ELG has made a donation in Massi's memory to the Sunshine Golden Retriever Rescue to help Goldens who are in need of homes.
With our sympathies,
US ELG
In Memory of Bodhi...
Run free sweet boy.
Meet up with your pal Gracie!
Chase some rabbits!
We will miss you so much.
~Love forever,
Nana
In Memory of Cooper...
In memory of Denise’s beloved Cooper
~from Maria M
In memory of 2 sweet Golden rescues
In memory of 2 sweet Golden rescues, Heather Hamelin, 2012, and Truman, Cheryl and Paul’s forever foster...
~from Maryanne H
In memory of 2 sweet Golden rescues, Heather Hamelin, 2012, and Truman, Cheryl and Paul’s forever foster...
~from Maryanne H
In Memory of Greta...
In memory of sweet Greta, much loved by Donna and Ron
~from Kathy Kelly
In memory of sweet, gentle Greta.
Beloved fur baby of Donna and Ron, loving sibling to King and Gracie.
Run free beautiful girl. King is waiting.
~From Susan Love
In memory of Greta Mayne
~from Marion Pawlow
In Memory of Dakota...
In memory of Dakota Montefusco
~From Maureen Saccomani
In memory of sweet Dakota much loved and missed by Mary and Brian
~from Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Dakota...
Dakota was a Southern Belle who adapted well to the NYC life with her parents Mary and Brian. She loved walking around the neighborhood (especially Central Park) and saying hi to everyone that passed by. She especially loved celebrating the holidays and had a bandana for each occasion. Dakota crossed the Rainbow Bridge on 12/29/21 and is now running free with her brother, Cody. She will be missed but not forgotten!
~From Mary's work colleagues
Dakota was a Southern Belle who adapted well to the NYC life with her parents Mary and Brian. She loved walking around the neighborhood (especially Central Park) and saying hi to everyone that passed by. She especially loved celebrating the holidays and had a bandana for each occasion. Dakota crossed the Rainbow Bridge on 12/29/21 and is now running free with her brother, Cody. She will be missed but not forgotten!
~From Mary's work colleagues
In Memory of Harry & Bella...
In memory of Harry and Bella joined together at the rainbow bridge.
Much loved by Ann and Marion!
Thanks for all you do!
~Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Audrey ...
In memory of sweet Audrey. Much loved and so missed by Elizabeth!
~ from Kathleen Kelly
In Memory of Mae and Dakota...
In memory of Mae, foster mom dog, and Dakota, one of her foster dogs
~ from Cheryl
In Memory of Mae and Dakota...
In memory of Mae, foster mom dog, and Dakota, one of her foster dogs
~ from Cheryl
In Memory of Lucca & Charlie ...
In memory of Lauren’s two beautiful golden retrievers, Lucca and Charlie.
~From Todd Duesing
In Memory of our sweet Dakota...
Run free and play with your brother Cody.
You will always be part of our hearts.
Love,
Brian & Mary
In Loving Memory of Dakota...
In Memory of Mary and Brian's beautiful Dakota.
Run free with Cody, sweet girl!
~ Candy
In Memory of Louie...
In memory of sweet Louie.
~From Carol and Kevin O’Brien.
In Loving Memory of Tucker...
In honor of Tucker, beloved fur baby of Pam and Ross,
who has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge.
~ From Tucker’s friend, Robert Walton
In Memory of Georgie...
Donated in memory of Georgie Manware.
We love you Georgie and Lily.
~ From Jennifer Manware
In Memory of Daisy...
In memory of sweet Daisy,
missed so much by Lynn and family!
~from Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Callie...
In memory of Sharon’s beloved Callie
~From
Sandra Levin
In Memory of Jack...
In memory of Jack...
~From
Neysa McDonald
In Memory of Heather...
In memory of My sweet Sunshine dog, Heather.
Thank you for rescuing her.
~From
Maryanne Hamelin
In Memory of Jackson...
In memory of Jennifer Glass and Rob Ryan’s dear Jackson.
~from Tanya Munroe
In Memory of Riley...
In memory of Riley,
one of the sweetest Golden Retrievers ever,
who recently passed away to romp with the angels above.
She will forever be missed and loved!
~ Deborah, Matt, and Jenny Horvatinovic
In Memory of Bear...
In honor of Big Bear who was so loved
and gave so much love in return.
~ From, Tricia Manning
In Memory of Harry...
“Rest in peace, sweet Harry!
Wishing peace and comfort to your family, Annie and Marion, who loved and cherished you.
~Your Sunshine family
“Rest in peace, sweet Harry!
Wishing peace and comfort to your family, Annie and Marion, who loved and cherished you.
~Your Sunshine family
In Memory of Sophie ...
In memory of Sophie Hamed,
beloved friend and companion of Michelle.
~Donna Toncic
In Memory of Cody ...
In Memory of Cody
~ The Asher Family
In Memory of Cody
~ The Asher Family
In Memory of Jonesy ...
Beloved Jonesy. Closest companion.
Forever free and always loved.
~ Sari Max-Fiss
In Memory of Cody ...
Last week we lost our Cody. He was the sweetest boy, with the longest legs, giant paws, and the biggest heart. We'll always be grateful to SGRR and Diane Robbins, his foster mom, for bringing him to us. He became ours on January 21, 2013. He loved the backyard, little kids (okay, so he couldn't help bopping them on the nose), his tiny Yorkie buddy Max, his stuffed goat and pig, his human brothers and their partners, his feline brother, Chester, and us. We're heartbroken, and we'd hoped for longer, but we're left with such sweet memories.
~ Diana and Henry Asher
Scarsdale, NY
In Memory of Spiedie ...
In loving memory of Spiedie.
~ The Pillingers
In Memory of Fargo ...
In loving memory of Fargo.
~ Chris and Noreen
In Memory of Bader...
In loving memory of my beautiful boy Bader.
I’m so grateful for the time we had and devastated about the time we didn’t.
You’ll always be my sweet, happy, hungry goofball,
and I’ll always be your mommy. I love you very much.
~ Sarah
In loving memory of Bader.
Thank you to Sarah and Paul for giving Bader a loving forever home.
Run free and play sweet Bader.
~ Mary, Brian and Dakota
In Memory of Truman and Heather ...
In memory of Truman and Heather
~ From, Maryanne Hamelin
In Memory of Molly...
In memory of my sweet beautiful Molly. I am so grateful to
have had you in my life for three wonderful years!
~ Lovingly, Mom
In memory of sweet Molly.
~ Love, Kelsey
In memory of sweet Molly.
~ Dave Tibbetts
In memory of Molly who was so loved by her mom and
furry siblings. Run free sweet, sweet girl.
~ Donna, Ron, Greta, and Gracie
In loving memory of sweet, sweet Molly.
Run free sweet girl. We love and miss you.
~ Audrey & Russ
In Memory of Maggie...
In loving memory of Maggie who came to us in 2007 and stole a piece of our hearts!
Living with you was a piece of heaven. You touched our souls!
Thank you, Sunshine for bringing Mags into our lives.
~ Maryann and Ray
In Memory of Lady Jane...
In memory of our sweet Lady Jane
~ Pam and Hank Fiaccone
Run free sweet little Lady Jane!
~ Mary, Brian and Dakota
In Memory of Goose...
Thank you to Janis and Tori for giving Goose a forever and loving home!
~ Kathy Kelly
In Loving Memory of Mary Jane...
I adopted Mary Jane four years ago and she instantly became my best friend. We were rarely more than 10 feet from each other. She was sassy, loving, funny, and loyal. She quickly charmed everyone who met her. She loved car rides, playing ball, walks, and sleeping in the sun. She had an adorable snort and was an expert cuddler. I’ll miss her every day. She passed at home while laying on her favorite bed and surrounded by her favorite people.
~ Love, Mom
In Memory of Jenna...
In memory of Jenna, much loved by Caitlin and Matthew!
So very sorry.
~From Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Goose...
Thank you to Janis and Tori for giving Goose a loving retirement home.
Run and play free sweet Goose
~ From Mary, Brian, and Dakota
In Loving Memory of Grayson...
In memory of Forever Foster, Grayson
~ From Ron Babineau
In Memory of Linus...
In loving memory of Amazing Linus...
~ Mary Smith
In Loving Memory of Duncan & Tucker...
In memory of Duncan and Tucker.
So loved and missed by Caitlin and Matt!
~ Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Dougie...
Thank you to Lucie and John for loving him and giving
him a forever home!
~ Kathy Kelly
In Loving Memory of Mae...
In memory of Mae
~ From, Cheryl & Paul
In Memory of Casey Golden Sunset...
In memory of our beloved Casey Golden Sunset.
She was our heart and is sorely missed.
~ Mary Katherine & Mike Kearns
12/9/2020 RIP
In Loving Memory of our Sammy Boy...
It's in the day to day moments that we miss you the most. When I have my coffee out in the yard in the morning, I miss you laying near me enjoying the quiet morning sounds. When I vacuum and no longer see your gorgeous golden fur on the black edged of the area rug, I miss you. We miss our sous chef in the kitchen when we are preparing meals and we miss the way you did your dinner dance when your turn to eat came. As we look at the Christmas tree, we miss seeing you laying in the warm glow of the lights.
We wish you could have been with us longer, but you accomplished all you needed to in a short span of time and you left your paw print forever etched upon our hearts.
~ From, Ken, Donna, & Princess Toncic
It's in the day to day moments that we miss you the most. When I have my coffee out in the yard in the morning, I miss you laying near me enjoying the quiet morning sounds. When I vacuum and no longer see your gorgeous golden fur on the black edged of the area rug, I miss you. We miss our sous chef in the kitchen when we are preparing meals and we miss the way you did your dinner dance when your turn to eat came. As we look at the Christmas tree, we miss seeing you laying in the warm glow of the lights.
We wish you could have been with us longer, but you accomplished all you needed to in a short span of time and you left your paw print forever etched upon our hearts.
~ From, Ken, Donna, & Princess Toncic
In Memory of Sam...
In memory of Sam, much loved by Donna, Ken and Princess
~ Kathy Kelly
In Memory of our former Goldens...
In memory of our former Goldens; Shannon, Ski, Joe, Ali and Ike
~ From, Ellen and Jack
In Memory of Sweet Heather...
Dear sister Maryanne -
This tribute is
to your Beautiful Golden Girl, Heather, aka Ms Scarlett,
Sweet, loving, soft and always happy
highlighted with a wave of her magnificent tail.
Though your Beautiful Girl is gone from your sight Mare,
she remains deep within you
and her spirit never ever far from your touch.
~ Diane
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In memory of Heather. She became a registered therapy dog who brought happiness to many. Most of all, she was my very special girl - an Angel. I miss her so much.
~ Love Mom
In Memory of Grayson...
Thank you to Grayson's Mom, Joan, for loving him and
giving him a caring forever home for 8 1/2 months!
~ Kathy Kelly
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In Loving Memory of Jersey Girl
In loving memory of the most giving dog... ~ Karen G And Chris C |
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In Loving Memory of Eli
In memory of Eli
~ From, Steve Fox
In Memory of Lady Martinelli
In memory of Lady, much loved and missed by the Martinelli Family
~ From, Kathleen O'Hara Kelly
In Loving Memory of the dogs who never made it home...
In memory of those dogs that never made it to their forever homes...
~ Kathleen and Terence Kelly
In Memory of Buddy & Wilson
In memory of Buddy and Wilson...
~ From,Yvette Savoy
In Loving Memory of Molly
In memory of beloved Molly...
~ With love,
Virginia M.
In Memory of Callie
In memory of Callie, who was a beloved member of the Hayes family.
~ From,Bev and Jeff Brewer
In Loving Memory of Sammie Dixon
In loving memory of Sammie Dixon...
~ Shane and Jessica Dixon
In memory of Sammie...
~ Kathleen and Robert Porter
In Loving Memory of Maggie, Crimson, & Sheba
In memory of Sheba, Crimson, and Maggie...
~ From,Kathy & Terrance Kelly
In memory of Sheba, Crimson, and Maggie...
~ From,Kathy & Terrance Kelly
In Memory of Blondie
In loving memory of Blondie
~ The Fore Family
In Loving Memory of Levi
In loving memory of Levi...
He will be sadly missed; he was a wonderful dog...
~ Janelle and Michael Wood
In Memory of Ike
In loving memory of Ike, SGRR adoptee, a sweet boy he will always be...
~ Jack & Ellen Young
In Loving Memory of Sheba
Run and play free
~ Love, Mary, Brian and Dakota
Run free sweet Sheba, with the Sunshine dogs who
greet you at the Bridge
~ From, Candy
We love you, sweet Sheba
~ Susan
In Memory of Nora Mabel
In memory of our sweet Goldy girl, Nora Mabel
~ Hayley Coon
In Loving Memory of Miley...
In loving memory of sweet Miley… forever in our hearts.
In Honor of King Mayne
My dear sweet Boy,
Run free and dance your dance amongst the clouds.
And when it rains, we will know you just finished drinking.
Your infectious smile will send rays of sunshine upon us.
Your zest and love of life has forever caste your footprint upon our hearts.
Love you always and forever,
~ Mom, Dad and Greta
In Loving Memory of King Mayne
In loving memory of King, whose strength and spirit, fortified by the love and devotion of his rescue mom and dad, conquered his demons to become the dog he was meant to be! Run free beautiful boy.
~ Aunt Susan
Our hearts ache from their absence when our dogs cross the Rainbow Bridge,
but they will never be absent from our hearts.
In loving memory of your special boy, King.
~ Donna & Ken
In Loving Memory of Callie Fremed
In memory of SGRR’s Wendy, aka Callie.
What time she had left was so precious; she got to see what a
wonderful life as a beloved family member was.
~ From Maryanne and SGRR’s Heather
In loving Memory of SGRR's Wendy, aka Callie Fremed
~ From,Marion P.
In Loving Memory of Leia
In loving memory of Leia. Run free sweet Leia.
Sadly missed and loved by Marilyn and family
~ From,Mary & Brian
In Loving Memory of Sam Warren
In memory of my Sam, now running and playing happily, dislocated elbow magically fixed, pain-free, always knowing how much he will always be loved.
~ Mom
In Loving Memory of Nala Prentiss
In memory of Nala, missed so much by Dawn and family.
~ From,
Kathy Kelly
In Loving Memory of Chance Leroux
In memory of Chance, so loved and missed by Ron and Sally!
~ From,
Kathy Kelly
In Loving Memory of Murray Kelley
Thank you, Norma, for giving Murray his forever home
~ From,
Kathy Kelly
In Loving Memory of Mitzi Ayers
In honor of Mitzi Ayers, a yellow lab/golden rescue who brightened
our lives for 14 years.
~ With love, Sue and John Ayers
In Loving Memory of Mae
SUNSHINE HONORARY FOSTER MOM
Mae will forever be remembered as Sunshine’s Honorary Canine Foster Mom. Mae was the gentle soul who belonged to and was dearly loved by Sunshine’s dedicated fosters, Cheryl and Paul. Over the years, Mae selflessly and patiently shared her home, her beds, her yard, her toys, and her love with Sunshine’s neediest foster dogs. She was a comfort dog to so many frightened, malnourished, sad dogs who came to her home to begin their journeys to better lives; we have lost count of the number. Mae accepted each and every one of them.
Mae’s “dirty little family secret” was that she had pit bull in her heritage, demonstrating that all dogs are truly big hearts wrapped in love. On October 5, 2017, Mae lost her battle with liver disease at the age of 15. We can only imagine how many grateful Sunshine dogs who crossed before her were at the Bridge to welcome their friend Mae.
Run happy and free, Mae. Sunshine will always be grateful for your gentle kindness, and you will forever be in our hearts.
SUNSHINE HONORARY FOSTER MOM
Mae will forever be remembered as Sunshine’s Honorary Canine Foster Mom. Mae was the gentle soul who belonged to and was dearly loved by Sunshine’s dedicated fosters, Cheryl and Paul. Over the years, Mae selflessly and patiently shared her home, her beds, her yard, her toys, and her love with Sunshine’s neediest foster dogs. She was a comfort dog to so many frightened, malnourished, sad dogs who came to her home to begin their journeys to better lives; we have lost count of the number. Mae accepted each and every one of them.
Mae’s “dirty little family secret” was that she had pit bull in her heritage, demonstrating that all dogs are truly big hearts wrapped in love. On October 5, 2017, Mae lost her battle with liver disease at the age of 15. We can only imagine how many grateful Sunshine dogs who crossed before her were at the Bridge to welcome their friend Mae.
Run happy and free, Mae. Sunshine will always be grateful for your gentle kindness, and you will forever be in our hearts.
In Loving Memory of Daisy
In memory of Daisy (fka Carmen), who we miss everyday
~ Christine & Kaz
In Loving Memory of Bella
In memory of Bella, who we miss everyday
~ Christine & Kaz
In Loving Memory of Gracie
In memory of Sunshine's sweet Gracie.
~ Kathleen Kelly
In Loving Memory of Charlie
In memory of Charlie Larkin
~ From, Marion P.
In Loving Memory of Sandy
In memory of our Sunshine's Sandy. Thanks for everything you all do!
~ Eileen and Ellen (Lincoln, MA)
In Loving Memory of Stella
In memory of our Stella - she was the best!
~ Love, Mommy & Daddy
In Loving Memory of Zach
To Kathy and Gerry Cloutier,
In loving memory of your soul mate Zach Donnelly Cloutier.
I feel your pain.
~ Fondly, Coby
In Loving Memory of Simon
We are so thankful for SGRR which brought you love,
warmth, and wonderful foster parents.
~ Kathy and Terry Kelly
In Loving Memory of Chauncey
In memory of Chauncey Batesole.
~ From, Julie Isidro
Truman (on right) with sister Mae
In Loving Memory of Truman
In honor of Cheryl and Paul’s Forever Foster, Truman.
~ From Maryanne and SGRR’s Heather (2012)
In Loving Memory of Charlie Brown
In memory of Charlie Brown
Loved by all who knew him
Run free
~ Mary, Brian, and Dakota
In Loving Memory of Charlie Brown
In memory of Charlie Brown
~ Candy Van Sciver
~ Pat Ellison
In Loving Memory of Morgan
In memory of Morgan
~ Pat Ellison
In loving memory of Jesse
In memory of Jesse. Know you were loved sweet boy. Run happy and free.
~Donna, Ron, King, Greta.
In loving memory of Jesse. I miss you, beautiful boy.
~Love, Mom
In loving memory of Buckles
Remembering Buckles, our SGRR boy...
~Linda and Dick Riley
In loving memory of Gracie
In Memory of Gracie Tessitore
“Rest In Peace, sweet Gracie. You were special and loved by many”.
From, Your SGRR Friends
In loving memory of Maggie
We rescued Maggie as a senior from the South who came North to CT to live out her golden years with us. She was such a sweetheart who left a positive impression on
everyone she met. Her four years with us were a true blessing and her quality of life
was full and fun right up until her passing on July 11, 2019. Unfortunately, it was cancer that took her life at 14 years-old. Her easy going demeanor and lovable personality will never be forgotten. A true friend and loyal family member from beginning to end. You’ll always be loved and missed.
Love,
Mom, Dad & Taryn
(Nycek Family)
In loving memory of Seera
In memory of sweet Seera
~ From, Ava Pillinger
In loving memory of Morgan
In memory of Morgan
~ Pat Ellison
In loving memory of Lily Benjamin
My sweet Lily passed over Rainbow Bridge May 27 at 15 years old. We adopted her from SGRR in Sept. 2005 when she was just 1. She loved boating - did the Great Loop, loved our RV, and traveling and being a therapy dog. I will miss her dearly, my big Golden friend. She will always be in my heart.
She’s up in heaven with Jim, her daddy, and my Golden, Polly.
~Love you, your mom -Barbara
In loving memory of sweet Lily. Your mommy will miss you dearly,
but what a comfort it must be to her to know you are with your daddy again.
~ Love, Donna Toncic
In loving memory of Siri
Siri we promised you a forever home but we didn’t know our time with you would be so short. You were beautifully unique in all ways and a huge, wonderful part of our lives. Your forever home will miss you forever.
~Love always, Ed, Kathy, Dexter and Duggy
In loving memory of Jenkins
Sweet Mr. Jenkins,
run free precious boy.
~ Love, Donna
In loving memory of sweet Jenkins who packed
a lifetime of love into his retirement years.
~ From, Candy Van Sciver
In loving memory of Allie
In loving memory of Allie,
much loved and missed by Susan.
~ From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Lola
In loving memory of Lola.
Run free, sweet girl.
~ From, Donna Mayne
In memory of beautiful Lola.
Run free and happy, dear girl.
~ From, Candace Van Sciver
Rest in peace sweet Lola,
sadly missed by Janet and Rick
~ From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Mate
In memory of sweet Mate,
sadly missed by the Taylor family
~ From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Brewster
In memory of Brewster
sadly missed and loved by Vicki, Jim, and
Brewster's best friend Seamus (SGRR).
~ From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Cooper
In memory of Cooper
sadly missed and loved by Chata and Magda.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Blondie
In memory of Blondie
sadly missed and loved by Patti and family.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Callie
In memory of beautiful Callie
sadly missed and loved by Nancy and family.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Brandy
In memory of Brandy
sadly missed and loved by the Knox family.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Magee
In memory of Magee
sadly missed and loved by Suzann and Steve.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Nellie
In memory of beautiful Nellie
sadly missed and loved by Eileen, Tom,
and the whole neighborhood.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Lucy
In memory of Lucy
sadly missed and loved by Jill and family.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Reggie...
In memory of Reggie
so missed and loved by the Ryan family.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In memory of Blondie ...
In memory of Blondie.
~From, Patricia Fore
In loving memory of Grover ...
In memory of Grover.
~From, Donna and Bob Fryd
In memory of Grover
~From, Ava And Marc Pillinger
In loving memory of Luke …
In memory of Hungry Luke, much loved and
handsome boy, so missed by Marybeth and Stanford.
~From, Kathy Kelly
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Until We Meet Again...
'I stood by your bed last night, I came to have a peep. I could see That you were crying, You found it hard to sleep. I whined to you softly as you brushed away a tear, “It’s me, I Haven’t left you, I’m well, I’m fine, I’m here." And when the time is right for you to cross the brief divide, I’ll rush across to greet you and we’ll stand, side by side.’ (Author unknown) ~~ Until we meet again, Sweet Jordie. Love, Mom |
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In loving memory of Jordan...
Rest in peace sweet Jordan. You were loved dearly by your mum
Candy Van Sciver, and all who met you.
~From, Patti Sherman
In loving memory of Jordan...
In memory of Candy's beloved companion, Jordan.
Run free with your favorite kitty, sweet girl!
~With love, Donna
Rest in Peace, sweet Jordan.
~From, Susan Love
Run, Swim, Play, Sweet Jordan.
~With sympathy, Mary and Brian
Run free sweet Jordan.
~From, The Maynes
In memory of Jordan Van Sciver, Candy's beloved family member who just passed.
~From, Vicki and Jim Shaw
In loving memory of Jordan, beloved fur baby of SGRR’s Candy, who works tirelessly
to help senior dogs in need find the loving homes they deserve.
~From, Kathleen Kelly
In loving memory of Jordan, who was much loved and is greatly missed.
~With love and sympathy, Jack and Bev Woods
In loving memory of Tucker Tomasko …
In memory of Tucker Tomasko
~From, Louise M.
In loving memory of Lady ...
In memory of Lady who is missed by her Dad, Will.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Daisy...
In memory of sweet Daisy, much loved by
Maureen and the Browne Family.
~From, Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Hunter...
In memory of our beloved Hunter McCabe...
~Love, Mom and Dad
In loving memory of Sandy....
In memory of our first rescue Golden, Sunshine's Sandy.
Thanks for all that you do!!!
~Eileen, Ellen, Caroline, and Julia, Lexington, MA
In loving memory of Stella...
In loving memory of Stella; beloved companion of Kathy, Terrence, & Shelby Kelly.
May Stella's paw print stay forever etched upon your hearts.
~With Love, Donna Toncic
In loving memory of Stella and deepest sympathy to Kathleen and Terence Kelly.
Her life was so much better the minute she met you.
~Loving thoughts, Sam, Wendy, Juliann, & Sam
In memory of Stella Kelly.
~Susan Love
In loving memory of Stella.
~From, The Maynes
In loving memory of Kathy and Terry’s beloved Stella.
~From, Kathy and Kevin Kelly
In memory of Stella Kelly, much loved and missed so
much by Kathy, Terry and Shelby (SGRR) Kelly.
~From, John and Vicki Crowley
In memory of Stella Kelly.
~From, Rita and Jack Hurley
In memory of Stella Kelly.
~From, Patricia Thompson
In loving memory of Stella; beloved companion of Kathy, Terrence, & Shelby Kelly.
May Stella's paw print stay forever etched upon your hearts.
~With Love, Donna Toncic
In loving memory of Stella and deepest sympathy to Kathleen and Terence Kelly.
Her life was so much better the minute she met you.
~Loving thoughts, Sam, Wendy, Juliann, & Sam
In memory of Stella Kelly.
~Susan Love
In loving memory of Stella.
~From, The Maynes
In loving memory of Kathy and Terry’s beloved Stella.
~From, Kathy and Kevin Kelly
In memory of Stella Kelly, much loved and missed so
much by Kathy, Terry and Shelby (SGRR) Kelly.
~From, John and Vicki Crowley
In memory of Stella Kelly.
~From, Rita and Jack Hurley
In memory of Stella Kelly.
~From, Patricia Thompson
In loving memory of Hunter....
In loving memory of Hunter McDonough
~From, Laurie McDonough
In loving memory of Lenny...
In memory of Lenny, much-loved dog of Indre and Adam Fishman
~Kathy Kelly
In loving memory of Jake....
Rest In Peace, Jake, who was sweet, intuitive and so loving.
We miss you very much!
~Your mom,
Madeline
In loving memory of Ally...
Our beloved Ally passed away peacefully with her people at her side on Wednesday September 6 having spent 13 wonderful years with our family. She came to us on Father’s Day in 2005 after spending two years in southern Alabama abused and neglected living under a turned over dump truck body. If took some patience, quite a bit of peanut butter, brother Benny and some loving to bring her around to be the great dog our friends and family knew. Ally did not possess a mean bone in her body never did she bite a sole, always full of kisses and for her every morning was Christmas morning she truly was a gift to the family. She like every dog had some less than desirable traits barking for no reason, digging large holes and being a messy eater however the love we received, companionship during the workday and the laughter far outweighed the negatives. She took her first swims in the nature preserves in Connecticut, hiked peaks in both the Berkshires and the Adirondacks where she led the life of a quint essential golden retriever.
While sad at this time we are comforted knowing she had a great long dog life. Ally loved her Adirondack camp, walks in the woods and all the friends she made. She truly was a sweetheart thank you Sunshine Golden Retriever Rescue for allowing us to give her a forever home.
~Ron and Olivia
Our beloved Ally passed away peacefully with her people at her side on Wednesday September 6 having spent 13 wonderful years with our family. She came to us on Father’s Day in 2005 after spending two years in southern Alabama abused and neglected living under a turned over dump truck body. If took some patience, quite a bit of peanut butter, brother Benny and some loving to bring her around to be the great dog our friends and family knew. Ally did not possess a mean bone in her body never did she bite a sole, always full of kisses and for her every morning was Christmas morning she truly was a gift to the family. She like every dog had some less than desirable traits barking for no reason, digging large holes and being a messy eater however the love we received, companionship during the workday and the laughter far outweighed the negatives. She took her first swims in the nature preserves in Connecticut, hiked peaks in both the Berkshires and the Adirondacks where she led the life of a quint essential golden retriever.
While sad at this time we are comforted knowing she had a great long dog life. Ally loved her Adirondack camp, walks in the woods and all the friends she made. She truly was a sweetheart thank you Sunshine Golden Retriever Rescue for allowing us to give her a forever home.
~Ron and Olivia
In loving memory....
Rest in Peace, sweet Bear. You will be missed...
~Susan Love
In loving memory....
In memory of Sonella, a most wonderful, beautiful dog...
~From, Marianne Artusio
In memory of Sonella, a most wonderful, beautiful dog...
~From, Marianne Artusio
In loving memory of Caneel....
In memory of Caneel...
~From, Noreen and Chris Hume
In loving memory....
In loving memory of sweet Haley...
In loving memory of Lena...
In loving memory of Sunshine’s Winston...
~Anonymous
In loving memory of sweet Haley...
In loving memory of Lena...
In loving memory of Sunshine’s Winston...
~Anonymous
In loving memory....
In memory of Lena, Punkin', Ben, and Winston, all SGRR dogs recently passed to the Rainbow Bridge...
~From, Maryanne and Heather (2012 SGRR)
In memory of Hayley
In Loving Memory of Sunshine Hayley...
She was loved by many, run free sweet girl
~Mary and Brian
Rest in peace sweet Haley
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Ben
In memory of Ben, Patty's handsome boy.
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Punkin
In memory of Punpkin, who loved her Pa, Dan, so much
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Belle
In memory of Belle, Donna and Ron's sweet, pretty girl!
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Lena
In memory of Lena, much loved dog of Greg and Kyna
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Tucker
In memory of Tucker, Kim's beautiful golden boy!
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Winston
In memory of Winston, so thankful for Winston's forever foster parents that showed him love and a place to call home.
~Kathy Kelly
In Loving Memory of Sunshine Winston
Run, play and be happy
~Mary and Brian
In memory of Lily
In memory of Lily, a sweet, loving Golden.
We will miss her.
~Donna and Bob Fryd
In memory of Boris
Rest in peace dear Boris.
We love you to the moon and back. Run free sweet boy!
~Love, Mom and Dad
In memory of Belle Mayne
Run free sweet Belle. Your brother King and parents Ron and Donna
will always love you.
~From, Susan Love
In memory of Cody
A gentle boy with a big heart who loved his sister and lifelong friend Cady.
He was loved by all those who met him.
~from Fosters Mary and Brian and his sister, Cady
In Loving Memory of Cody. Run free sweet boy...
~from The Mayne's
In Memory of Cody - know you were loved, sweet boy. Run happy and free.
~ Candy
In memory of Cody....
~Kathy Kelly
A gentle boy with a big heart who loved his sister and lifelong friend Cady.
He was loved by all those who met him.
~from Fosters Mary and Brian and his sister, Cady
In Loving Memory of Cody. Run free sweet boy...
~from The Mayne's
In Memory of Cody - know you were loved, sweet boy. Run happy and free.
~ Candy
In memory of Cody....
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Murphy
In memory of sweet Murphy, and thank you to
Wendy and Steve for giving him the best two years of his life...
~from Kathy Kelly
In memory of Charlie
In memory of sweet Charlie who, thanks to his Rescue Angel Toby,
lived ‘happily ever after’ with his buddy Hailey in their loving forever home
~from Kathy Kelly
In memory of Chloe
In memory of Deb Crieger’s beautiful girl, Chloe...
~from Kathy Kelly
In memory of Zeus
In memory of Tom and Jan’s big boy Zeus
~from Kathy Kelly
In memory of Tom & Jan's Zeus...
My friends lost their Golden this week. Zeus was a Sunshine dog; and even though he was very large, he was exceptionally gentle. He taught adults and children not to fear bigger dogs, and as a result he had quite a fan club!.
~from Janice Martin
In memory of Marge
Thank you to the Woolsey family who gave her an awesome forever home
~from Kathy Kelly
In memory of Daisy
...Sweet girl of Mary Ellen Minichiello
~from Kathy Kelly
In memory of Rusty...
...Helen, Edgar and Cassie's forever friend
~From Kathy Kelly
...Helen, Edgar and Cassie's forever friend
~From Kathy Kelly
In memory of Teddy Bear
~Craig & Christine Ollenschleger
For Oscar... a joyous golden boy...
beloved by his sister Bella, his girlfriend Penny, his mom & dad, and many friends.
~From Ann Leamon
In memory of Jiva
~Barbara Sager
In Memory of Max...
In Memory of Max
~Love, Robert Walton
In Memory of Max
~Marion Pawlow
In memory of sweet Max, rest in peace.
~Kathy Kelly
For Max, whose story touched so many people. We are heartbroken.
~SGRR family
In loving memory of Max and to all those he lovingly touched.
~From Donna Mayne
In memory of Misty and Sagittarius
~Kathy Kelly
Thank you for my Oliver Wendell (Sunshine Golden 2008).
He died in August 2017 and we miss him every day.
He brought us so much love and joy.
He was and always will be my beloved son.
~From, Elaine Farrell and Joseph Trombly
RIP Ringo
beloved member of the Hannigan family
~Susan Love
Jake Pierkowski
In Memory of Jake -
all senior dogs...
~Elana Pierkowski
Mae & her brother Truman
In memory of Mae
~From, Robert Walton
Audie
In Memory of Audie - a dog with special needs.
He won the doggie lottery when he moved in with Jane and Ken, who provided him with a loving and nurturing home. Audie was greatly loved and will be missed by his large extended family.
~Patty & John
In memory of Cinder
Who learned about being a much-loved dog from
Dawn Anglin and her family.
~From, Candy Van Sciver
Maddy at Cape Cod
In Memory of Maddy:
She lived a full doggie life. Maddy loved to go swimming, play in the snow, go on road trips, and play with her doggie and human friends.
~Brian & Mary
In memory of Miss Daisy.
RIP sweet girl.
~From, Susan Love
In memory of Cheryl and Paul's sweet Mae!
So happy that she was loved!
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Maddie
for Michelle and Jason
~From, Kathy Kelly
In memory of Linus...
Deepest sympathy to Donna and Joe
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Charlie...
for Dimitri & Jeff
~From, Deborah J. Murray
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In memory of Sunshiney Sadie!
So sad for the Toncic family!
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Sunshiney Sadie!
So sad for the Toncic family!
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Ranger & Sadie
~From, Susan
In memory of Pepper, much loved by the Sadowsky Family
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Flash Powell
~From, Kathy Kelly
In memory of Bella Kaplan
~Kathy Kelly
In honor of Otis Hunter
proud owners of Val & Jeff Hunter of CT
~From, Bobbi Shirley
In memory of Boston
~Donna, Ron, & King Mayne
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Allie Gallant
In memory of Allie Gallant... ~Grace Bennett
In memory of Allie Gallant... ~Arthur and Lynne Abelson
In memory of Allie Gallant... ~Kathy Pence
In memory of sweet Allie... ~Elaine and Mike Prendergast
In memory of Morgan Stevens
~Susan
In memory of Corina (fka Korea) Beliveau
~From, Kathleen Kelly
In memory of Jake Fredo
~From, Kathleen Kelly
In memory of Goldie Love
"I hope you are at peace, Little One". ...Mom
~Kay Anderson
~Donna, Ron and King
~Barbara & Gary Cohen
~Kathleen Kelly
In memory of Mister Kumpf
~From, Kathleen Kelly
In memory of Lucy, Goldie, and Finale Hume
~From, Chris and Noreen Hume
In memory of Woody, a 2008 SGRR rescue
~From, his Mom, Barbara
~From, his Mom, Barbara
For Mariah...2003-2017
It had been nearly a year since our last dog died, and we were ready to adopt again. My daughter, who was then seven (she's now twenty), and I went to a rescue organization in Ludlow, Massachusetts, thinking we were going to meet a Lab mix we'd seen online. But when we got there, the woman took one look at us and said thoughtfully, "Hmm . . . I know you're here to meet the Lab, but I think I have another dog for you." She brought out Mariah, who bounded straight to my daughter and licked her face. That was it--she went home with us. And for the next thirteen years her greeting was the best part of the morning, and her soft fur made the nights that much warmer. ~Sue Warga
In memory of Rocky...
Thank you to Tracy, Jim, and their family for letting Rocky have the best Christmas in his forever home.
~Kathy Kelly
Thank you to Tracy, Jim, and their family for letting Rocky have the best Christmas in his forever home.
~Kathy Kelly
In memory of Nikki...
Thank you to and her loving owners Martha and Dave for giving her a forever home.
~Kathy Kelly
Reba in 2007
In memory of Reba, a SGRR rescue
~From Martha Breisch
In memory of Hudson, beloved companion of Dr. Carol Carberry...
~From, Dr. Eric and Nancy Fremed
In memory of Amber Fredo, beloved girl of Patty and Frank...
~Donna Toncic
In memory of Goose, Paul & Mimi Morin's boy
~From, Kathleen Kelly
Truman, pictured on right
In memory of Truman, Cheryl and Paul's forever foster, with gratitude for all they've done...
~Heather (2012 SGRR dog) & Maryanne
In Memory of Jiva - It seems like only last May that I spotted Jiva (then called Jessie) on the SGRR site and fell in love. I always knew she was special, but little did I realize just how special she was until she was gone. Well, I always knew she was special to me, but it’s all the other people she brought into my life and whose lives she impacted that really made it clear to me how influential she was. Over the course of more than 10 years together she introduced me to countless kids who read to her and told her stories if they were too young to read; she “assisted” when I taught yoga to people with mobility issues, always knowing just how to approach and emotionally support each student; bringing smiles to nursing home residents; earning the trust of folks who were uncomfortable around dogs; and just being a wonderful companion. She is missed by many and will always be remembered by all who knew her. I love you, Jiva the diva the Golden Retriva! ~Barbara Sager
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In Memory of Luna, whom we adopted from SGRR in 2010 and was a wonderful member of our family for six (too short) years until she succumbed to metastatic cancer. She brought so much joy and love to our lives. We miss her dearly and will hold hold in our hearts forever. Thanks for all that you and SGRR do for dogs like Luna - and families like ours! ~From The Rosenzweig Family |
In Memory of Shadow
In honor of Shadow
~With love and cookies from Anne Marie, Maya, and Lola
In honor of Shadow
~With love and cookies from Anne Marie, Maya, and Lola
In Memory of Tazz
In Memory of Tazz, whose premature death should not have happened.
~Kathy Kelly
The importance of giving your dog monthly heartworm preventative is such a simple part of responsible pet care. In the South, it often means the difference between life and death. To learn more about heartworm disease, click here.
In Memory of Tazz, whose premature death should not have happened.
~Kathy Kelly
The importance of giving your dog monthly heartworm preventative is such a simple part of responsible pet care. In the South, it often means the difference between life and death. To learn more about heartworm disease, click here.
In Memory of Dixie Sue
In Memory of Dixie Sue
~Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Dixie Sue
~Kathy Kelly
In Memory of Gizmo McNeill
In Memory of Gizmo McNeill
~Kathy Kelly
9/25/00 - 10/2/16
In Memory of Ranger Toncic
On behalf of Ranger Toncic... ~Patty Fredo
In honor of Ranger Toncic... ~Donna and Ron Mayne
In memory of Ranger... ~Susan
In memory of Ranger Toncic ~Kathleen Kelly
On behalf of Ranger Toncic... ~Patty Fredo
In honor of Ranger Toncic... ~Donna and Ron Mayne
In memory of Ranger... ~Susan
In memory of Ranger Toncic ~Kathleen Kelly
In memory of Kimba
In memory of Kimba Rhiannon Del Pezzo
~Ellyn Altman, PhD.
In Memory of Cotton McCarthy
In loving memory of our sweet Cotton, loved and missed forever. Becker and I and your kitties miss your happy smile and waggy tail every day. You are no longer by my side but will be always in my heart...we'll see you at the Rainbow Bridge...
~Mommy Karen
In memory of Cotton McCarthy
~Kathleen Kelly
In loving memory of our sweet Cotton, loved and missed forever. Becker and I and your kitties miss your happy smile and waggy tail every day. You are no longer by my side but will be always in my heart...we'll see you at the Rainbow Bridge...
~Mommy Karen
In memory of Cotton McCarthy
~Kathleen Kelly
Memphis' Legacy
Please accept this contribution from "Memphis' Legacy," in remembrance of my beloved SGRR rescue Memphis."
~Michelle Hamed
Riley 8/15/16
In loving memory of a truly loyal friend. Riley wasn't a Sunshine golden alumnus, but he assisted us in helping our rescue babies adjust. His job was done and has traveled over the rainbow bridge to early and suddenly. He will be sadly missed with that quirky personality and silliness. He took another piece of our hearts along with our others. Someone said our pups leave so we can have room to save another in need.
~The Dumas family
In loving memory of a truly loyal friend. Riley wasn't a Sunshine golden alumnus, but he assisted us in helping our rescue babies adjust. His job was done and has traveled over the rainbow bridge to early and suddenly. He will be sadly missed with that quirky personality and silliness. He took another piece of our hearts along with our others. Someone said our pups leave so we can have room to save another in need.
~The Dumas family
In Memory of Shorty
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"In memory of Shorty."
~Donna and Ron |
"In memory of Shorty, our country gentleman..." ~Kay & Tom Anderson |
In memory of Jake Love
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In memory of my beloved Jake. ~Mom "In memory of Jake Love. We will miss you! XOXO"
~Wendy, Paul, Christopher, Ryan "In memory of Jake." ~Donna and Ron |
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Susan was blessed with Jake 2 years ago. He came to her with no hair and several medical issues. No matter- her love brought him back to health. And his inherent sweetness immediately won over Susan and everyone! Sweet, sweet, special boy running to greet and love everyone! We will miss him. We already miss him so much. We'll see you at the bridge, Jakie!
~Your Friends at the dog run |
In memory of Max, beloved pal of Martha & Jim Fuchs.
~Maria & Robbie Gwynne
In memory of Michelle Hamad's Memphis... ~Kathy Kelly |
In memory of Memphis, who was much loved by his Sunshine family. ~Susan Love |
Holley came to us from SGRR in 2007 and immediately became part of our family. Our Golden, 1 1/2 years old at the time, welcomed Holley into our family and they quickly became sisters. Holley loved to chew sticks but mainly loved to be with people. She learned to love the water -- swimming in the ocean and in pools -- and enjoyed walking the neighborhood and the beach. Unfortunately cancer got the best of her. She left us on May 21,2016. She will not be forgotten.
~D'Auria family
The last known 9/11 search and rescue dog, passed away on 6/6/16. Bretagne (pronounced, "Brittany"), a 16-year-old Golden Retriever, was one of 300+ dogs to search through the rubble for survivors after the attack on the World Trade Center. Back in 2001, Bretagne and her handler, Denise Corliss were new search and rescue graduates when they were deployed to New York shortly after the World Trade Center attacks. The pair joined hundreds of other search and rescue teams from around the world to find survivors at Ground Zero, working 12 hours a day for two weeks straight. Bretagne retired from active duty at age 9, but continued to serve her community, working as a reading assistance dog at an elementary school near her home in Texas.
On Monday, Ms Corliss brought Bretagne to Fairfield Animal Hospital, making the difficult decision to put her down after her dog had stopped eating and experienced kidney failure. Bretagne was met at the hospital by representatives from Texas Task Force 1 and the Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department, as well as other agencies, who stood at attention and saluted the K-9 hero as she entered the hospital. Again, they saluted Bretagne as she exited the hospital draped with an American flag and accompanied her in a formal procession to Texas A&M University. Without a doubt, Bretagne was an incredible K-9 hero and will be missed by all. See the touching video from the Houston Chroncile of her hero's goodbye.
On Monday, Ms Corliss brought Bretagne to Fairfield Animal Hospital, making the difficult decision to put her down after her dog had stopped eating and experienced kidney failure. Bretagne was met at the hospital by representatives from Texas Task Force 1 and the Cy-Fair Volunteer Fire Department, as well as other agencies, who stood at attention and saluted the K-9 hero as she entered the hospital. Again, they saluted Bretagne as she exited the hospital draped with an American flag and accompanied her in a formal procession to Texas A&M University. Without a doubt, Bretagne was an incredible K-9 hero and will be missed by all. See the touching video from the Houston Chroncile of her hero's goodbye.
