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Reilly-Girl

Copper-colored Reilly-girl golden was adopted (rescue) as an adult by our friend Cheryl Craver to join already-resident light golden Rylee-boy in Canmore, Alberta. The fact that they had the same name was a coincidence, hence the girl/boy designation. Both dogs hiked and skied with Cheryl in the Canadian Rockies and enjoyed the golden life in their small community where the threesome was well-known and loved. Reilly-girl slipped over the Rainbow Bridge last summer and will be greatly missed by Cheryl, Rylee-boy and their friends. -Stan and Anne

 

Shep

Shep was an Australian shepherd and Labrador mix. He was one of seven puppies our lab-mix, Scout, gave birth to on our sofa. Of the seven, he was the only one with the Australian shepherd markings. He was just beautiful. From the start he proved to be somewhat of a "Marley," but his love and loyalty for our family far outweighed his antics. He was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in July 2011. He underwent about six weeks of chemo before he passed away September 8, 2011, just a month shy of his 10th birthday. His treatments and care, though expensive, were worth it because his was a life worth saving. And even though we were not able to save him, we would like to give to a family in honor of Shep. Maybe this donation will help them save their four-legged baby. Shep truly was our most loyal companion and we miss him everyday. - Jenny

Dakota, Victoria's 'Heart' Dog

Dakota was my heart dog, my novice and everything dog.  He introduced me to agility and achieved his master agility championship in three years.  He was my first obedience dog.  He will always hold a special place in my heart, and I think of him often.  His only desire was to love and please me, and he gave me so much in his years on this earth.

- Victoria

Snookums

Snookums was a friend to everyone, a loveable dog - Jim and Karen

 

Plumer

He was everyone’s best friend -- even dogs' best friend!

Greta

In memory of Greta Naselli-Ortiz

Hiro

In memory of Hiro

Pepper Noir Caputo

Pepper came into our family's life in 1998. He was a spunky, loving and protective dog when it came to the family. Pepper was a dog who loved to run. He was virtually un-catchable because he was so fast. He was also a companion who never liked to be left alone. Wherever you went, Pepper wanted to be there. He also loved to relax in the pool on his special float and be with the family soaking up the sun and cool water. Pepper touched each of our lives in a different way, but he filled each of our hearts with love, joy and hope. Shortly after his 14th birthday, Pepper fell ill to IMHA (immune-mediated hemolytic anemia) and it was BluePearl Veterinary Partners that helped us keep Pepper around for another five months. Pepper taught us not to give up and to keep on fighting until the very end as he did. Pepper was a joy to have in our lives and an even better companion to share 14 wonderful years with. We will always love and miss him dearly.

- Joanna

Linus, the Master of Surrender

Linus was the sweetest boy ever. Those who knew him, who welcomed him as a house guest, knew that he fit in anywhere with ease. He was my role model for taking what comes with a peaceful spirit and a sense of hope. My friend Gifford called him the Master of Surrender. Linus went with the flow better than anyone. He lived for the love of his people, too numerous to mention, and the love of his food. I honestly believe that he indulged me in taking walks only because he knew there would be biscuits at the end. I will miss him profoundly - the clicking of his nails on the hardwood floors and his nose in my face to wake me each morning. He was a gentle giant, a silly pup and my dear companion.

I am blessed that he was a part of my life.

-Christine

Frosty

For those that knew Frosty, they'll remember he was one of a kind. He was a grand dog - full of spunk and personality. He was smarter than a dog should be and had plenty to say to me most days. He was a great talker and he loved his toys - the pink pig and the Wubba. More than anything, he was by my side through some very hard times - my constant companion in a very intuitive way. I have wonderful memories of him. He was my boy. - Christine

Dogs by Aaron Kramer Looking foolish next to the tree in a one o'clock rain: umbrella aloft, the leash in my other hand— I wanted my late-coming neighbor to understand that dogs are worth the expense, inconvenience, and pain;

their tails are truthful, no coiled rebellion beneath a loving look; they are quick to kiss you, and quick to fetch for you, and —should you raise a stick threateningly—they are quick to show their teeth;

and better still (but this I never revealed), when you bring downfall home, the death of a hope, their nonchalant manner does more for you than a drink; and best of all, when triumph's to be unsealed, such lack of respect they show for the envelope, —your fingers halt, the brain cools, and you think.

Our very special Mindy

Mindy was a very special cat who received treatment thanks to the very kind people at your foundation, and we're just trying to give something back now. Thanks especially to Bonnie and Johnetta, who showed our family the utmost kindness and compassion at a time when we needed it most.

Cuomo

Beloved granddog, handsome Boston Terrier with a  mind of his own; friendly, gentle, fun-loving and always to be remembered for everything he brought us (including his well-chewed toys)!

Buckeye

In honor of the anniversary of Buckeye's passing. Frankie's Friends, thank you again for the extra time we had with him.

Shamrock...a wonderful and sweet boy!!!

Our beloved Shamrock was diagnosed with the terrible disease IMHA on May 24, 2012.  He was treated by the best medical staff money could provide at LVSES (Louisville Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Services).  They took excellent care of him and our family during that trying time.  Shamrock put up a courageous three week fight to try to overcome this disease, but it finally took a toll on his body and he lost the battle on June 15, 2012.  On that day, Shamrock’s pain and suffering ended and he went to a better place.Even though he is no longer with us, Shamrock will be always remembered as a wonderful companion and friend.  He would always be the first to greet you in the morning and the last to tell you good night.  He enjoyed being with his family and friends as much as we enjoyed being with him.  Shamrock, you will never be forgotten.  Pictured with his little sissy Anna.

Oliver

Oliver was diagnosed with lymphoma and passed away in June, but not before the Minnesota BluePearl vets and techs helped him enjoyed two and a half months of feeling great. Oliver lived for eleven years. He was a night time sentry, a master Pong player, he liked to lounge on the edge of the dining room table, slept on his cabana and under furnace vents and he had feisty wrestling matches with his cat brother, Albert. Oliver loved food; his favorites were tuna, Cheerios, and toast. Once he ate giant chunks out of an angel food cake that he knocked off the counter and onto the floor. He will forever be known as bunny bun-bun. Cheers to Oliver! Laurette and Luann

Jax, you will always have a piece of our hearts

Jax, since we took you home 12 years ago as a scared 8-week-old pup, you were wrapped around our hearts from that moment, even when you chewed dad's new glasses that first day home. I think your first 24 hours you had three baths. We had 12 wonderful years, you stole a piece of everyone's heart from the moment you met them. Then the unthinkable happened, the C word, then, even when you lost use of your back legs, you still had life in you... you scooted around and got where you wanted to go... you were always one determined dog.

But that April 1st, 2012, you told us it was time for you to go to heaven. We were all with you 'til the end. We would all like to thank the staff of BluePearl (Florida)  and Dr. Kane for doing everything to make your last 6 months the best they could be.

Enjoy the Rainbow Bridge, and we will all see you there one day as you are once again running around on all fours.

We all love you and you will always have a piece of our hearts,

Mommy, Daddy, RJ, Winnter, Grandma and your favorite person, Grandpa

Bianca ... who 'was no ordinary dog'

Bianca passed away in April 2012, almost 4 months to the day after being diagnosed with lymphoma. Going bravely through round after round of chemo, she fought. And we believed. A few days before she was due to participate in an experimental study at UPenn - our last resort - the cancer took over. We lost the fight.

She would have turned 6 in June.

Here is how we will always remember her, written by my daughter Clara :

"She ate wallets, shoes, and umbrellas. She slept on her back, with her legs running through the air. She winked, sat at the dinner table, and was genuinely convinced she was human. She ate from our plates, and learned how to open the fridge. She unwrapped her own presents at Christmas. She wound her way into all of our beds, leaving a trail of white hair behind her. She drank from the toilet bowl and liked to hang out in the bathtub. She shredded water bottles, yogurt cups, canned goods, and toilet paper all over the living room. She barked with fear at bath mats, balloons, and almost any dog that came near her. She nibbled feet and yawned to show off her missing teeth. She left her ‘mark’ on every carpet. She didn't swim or fetch the ball, but knew to be in kitchen at dinnertime. She was a snoozer, a sunbather, a treat eater - a lady who wriggled her behind with mischief.

If she didn't want to walk, she didn't. If she was hungry (which was often), she let you know. If she sprawled out over you, she felt no need to budge.

She was no ordinary dog. And she will be missed."

Mindy Duff

Frankie's Friends received this wonderful thank-you after we funded treatment through our Zeus Varis Fund for Mindy, who has since passed away following treatment for her aggressive cancer: Dear Dr. Varis and Frankie's Friends,

Words cannot express the gratitude my family and I have towards you for helping us to pay for my cat, Mindy's cancer treatment. Without your help, we never would have been able to afford the treatment she needs.

We first got Mindy about eight years ago, and we think she may only have been a year old at the time. She was certainly playful and mischievous, even for a cat. But more than that, she had a certain comical nature about her, and it was very funny to watch her interact with my childhood kitten, who was a much older, grumpier cat by this time. In many ways, watching the two of them interact was very much like watching an old episode of Abbott and Costello.

Like a human being, Mindy matured as she got older, and that was especially the case after she gave birth to her litter. Once they were born, it was almost like she knew her time of carefree, childhood playfulness was over. She became a more reserved, more serious cat, and devoted her full attention to them.

It was a big disappointment to us when she was diagnosed with one of the most aggressive forms of cancer, and we didn't know how we would ever afford the treatment she needs. Of course, the vet suggested putting her to sleep, but I've always found it particularly distasteful to put an animal to sleep when the technology exists to save its life. Thanks to your kind help and the help of the people at Frankie's Friends, we are able to afford all the treatment Mindy needs. The people at Frankie's Friends have shown my family extreme kindness and understanding of what we have been going through. Words cannot express our gratitude to them, and to you.

I have enclosed a recent picture of Mindy. She's still recovering form her surgery, but she's been taking it very well, and we've been extra appreciative of her these past few weeks. Without her, a piece of our family would have been missing.

Thank you again for all your kind help.

Kindest wishes, Mindy's dad

Jackson

We lost our beloved Jackson on 6/16/2011. We think about him and miss him every minute of every hour of every day. His loss has left a hole in our hearts. My hope is that he is right now, right at this time, lifting his head high to smell the flowers and basking in the warmth of the sun, and will do so for all of eternity. Until I see you again, my boy, please know that you are so dearly loved and missed.