In loving memory of Cody. Forever in my Heart November 1993 - March 19th 2004 GSRBC is his legacy ~ I would give it all away for just one more day with you. ~

 

Dexter ~ 2005 - Jan. 4th 2007 We love you Dexter!

And there was a whisper in my heart... "Can you see me? I am here...        I will always be near you          to calm your shattered heart.            Listen to the wind for my message... Watch the sun rise and set in the sky with me.        Feel my essence encircle you with warm memories.          Open your heart to know...I am not gone.            Reach deep into your soul... You will find me...I am here...."   http://www.gsrbc.com/Success/2006/Dexter.htm

In loving memory of Kia  2004 ~ 2007 GSRBC sends our heartfelt condolences out to Kia's family

All I ever wanted was to be a special star.  When your heart hurts so much, and you think you can't make it through the day,  Remember the love, the bond, the trust, the friendship we shared.  I was your star... You brought me home, knowing I had suitcases stuffed full of all sorts of baggage.  You knew what that man did to me. I was worthless, and I knew it. You wrapped your arms around me and made me whole again... And soon, I learned that I really did matter. Soon I was running agility courses, I was fed a good diet, I was part of a family,  I was being your co-pilot, worked with you every day.   You cried the day you met me, you are crying the day you lost me. I had meaning with you...  I was a special star... http://www.gsrbc.com/Success/2005/Kia.htm

 

In loving memory of Sultan  2001 ~ Dec. 11th 2007 I'm sorry Sultan. You have no idea what a hole you have left in my heart. Be free and feel the wind in your face. My special boy...

Sultan came into my care almost 2 years ago. He came to me from the Naniamo SPCA. Formerly a guard dog for a Spanish family, he was discarded when they moved and no longer had a use for him. Lucky for Sultan, a very special employee of this shelter took a interest in him. Although highly unadoptable, with severe aggression issues, she took a chance and called me about this special boy. We arranged transport and Sully came home to me. His journey was a long one. One of dedication, of learning, of understanding, and of love. For me, Sully wanted so badly to be all I wanted him to be. He tried so hard to be the perfect dog. And he was perfect. Over these past years I have watched Sultan go from a nervous, mistrustful fear biter, to a loving companion. He became a loving friend, who grew in my heart as I grew in his. We had a special bond. In the summer, Sully started to show some health issues, which were diagnosed as allergy related. We thought we were maintaining that, but as the summer ended and the days became cold, and the house closed up and we spent more time inside, Sully became progressively worse. We hit it hard with different medications, and I started to cook his dinner for him. We got our furnace cleaned and purchased air purifiers to try and help him. Nothing seemed to be working, as I went from diet to diet trying to find what would work. Last night Sultan threw up what looked like blood, but was possible feces. This morning I woke up and there was blood throughout the house. Sully was passing blood orally and from his rectum. I rushed him to the vet, where further x-rays were done and we had a ultra sound done.   I was in no way prepared for this mornings events.   Sully's heart was surrounded by tumors. His chest cavity was full of fluids, and his face was full blown swollen again, and he could not get his breath. I sat staring at the x-rays and listening to the vet in a fog. Telling me that there was nothing more that could be done. It was over. The ironic thing is that Sully finally had a home to go to. We got a really good application in for him, and they were coming to meet him after Christmas. Sully deserved this happy ending and I so, so wanted that for him. But if his time was coming to an end, then I am glad he died in my arms, where he belonged.   Sully was euthanized this morning at 10:30am.   http://www.gsrbc.com/Memory/Sully.htm

 

In loving memory of VooDoo Feb. 7  2001 ~ April 16th 2008 We're sorry VooDoo, that we didn't know you sooner. Perhaps we could of made a difference.  Thank you for coming into our lives and touching our hearts. You will not be forgotten.

For the first  5 years of her life, she was used for breeding, and by the looks of her, she put out several litters.  Once she turned 5, she was given away to a home with the agreement that there was no fee, but the new owner had to get her spayed, which they did.  For a short time, VooDoo was finally a house dog and a member of the family. Unfortunately, when she started to smell very bad, she got put outside and was no longer allowed in the house. Sadly, no one thought to take her to the vet to find out why she had such a foul odor... VooDoo suffered from Perianal Fistulas  which is a very painful genetic disease. VooDoo suffered in silence. With heavy hearts and many tears, we are heart broken to report that VooDoo lost the fight today.  There is only so much that the body can take. VooDoo's mind and spirit were willing, and she tried so vigorously to survive. She was happy, animated, looking for love and attention and very much starting to enjoy life again. It's just too sad for words that her body would not cooperate with what she wanted and what we all wanted.  What a very special spirit she was. Gentle, easy, silly and loving. This is a real loss and a tragedy that could of been prevented if anyone in her life had bothered to notice and take care of her.  VooDoo suffered for years in silence and instead of getting treatment for her condition, she got thrown outside to live a life of solitude. No one noticing what a special gift they had right there under their noses. Her life was wasted... and that is a true crime.  She had much to give.   VooDoo lost her battle this morning at 8:40am   http://www.gsrbc.com/Memory/VooDoo.htm

Thunder came to us after a lifetime of neglect. He came to us with numerous physical ailments, and we tried our best to fix everything that could be fixed.  Thunder enjoyed life in his foster home - lots of training, walks, naps, and love.   Thunder's socialization skills were lacking and he had difficulty adapting. As he settled in, he became more and more unpredictable in his behavior, ultimately -  that "happy-ever-after" was not to be for Thunder as he became unsafe to live in this world.  Although his stay with us was brief, we feel that we accomplished our mission, which was to make his life better than it was before.; To give him a chance. To let him know love, acceptance and peace. Run free Thunder.  Special thanks to Anne for giving Thunder that one in a million chance.. Our hearts go out to you today.

In loving memory of Thunder  ~ 2005 ~ May 21st 2008 http://www.gsrbc.com/Memory/Thunder.htm

 

Roscoe had a very rough start to his life, and his family stood by him and tried to help him deal with his demons, but it was not to be. Today he was released to go home. He is now running free, without a care in the world and is once again the soul that he was intended to be.  Roscoe was accepted for who he was and loved enough to make him matter. He had value. We send our deepest sympathies out to the Frank family, who stepped up immediately to take Roscoe in and share their lives with him. Take comfort in the fact that you gave him the love that he never knew. Run free Roscoe. You are loved.

In loving memory of Roscoe ~ January 18th 2006 http://www.gsrbc.com/Success/2005/Roscoe.htm

 

In loving memory of Curly 2000 ~ 2005 "When I get where I'm going There'll be only happy tears I will shed the sins and struggles I have carried all these years And I'll leave my heart wide open I will love and have no fear Yeah when I get where I'm going Don't cry for me down here When I get where I'm going On the far side of the sky The first thing that I'm gonna do Is spread my wings and fly..." When I get where I'm going - Brad Paisley Special thanks to Angel for all the love you gave to this troubled soul Run free my friend

In loving memory of Kayla 1991 ~ August 24th 2005 Kayla was a very sweet 14 year old GSD. She was a beautiful girl, with stunning markings and a sweet soul. She would take the breath away from anyone who had even a bit of love for the breed. She was noble and her spirit was strong. She was trusting and loving even after her owner deserted  her at the SPCA in the final days of her life. She was only with us for a very short time, but she touched many. We loved her and tried valiantly to control the major amount of pain that she was in. It was not to be, and Kayla was set free this morning, August 24th 2005. We honor you Kayla. I hope there is an afterlife and that you will go on, pain free.

In loving memory of Shadow 1993 ~ November 29th 2005 As I wrap my arms around you to say good-bye, and release you from your suffering,  my wish is for you to ride on the wings of angels, straight to your beloved Kayla, where you will once again find comfort and love. Good-bye my sweet, sweet friend. Part of me goes with you. You are a special, special soul... and you are so loved.

In loving memory of Louie ~ 2001 - March 13th 2006 http://www.gsrbc.com/Success/2005/Louie.htm   ~GSRBC sends our deepest condolences to Louie's family. Louie touched many hearts.  Thank you to the Sundahl's for giving our boy a wonderful and loving home and sticking with him through all his health issues.   Run free now my friend.

In loving memory of Codi  ~ 1997 - October 17th 2006 http://www.gsrbc.com/Success/2005/Codi.htm Codi gave us unquestioning love & loyalty.  Our home & lives are empty & we'll truly miss her.  She made an indelible mark on our hearts.     ~Bev & Dave                                                        ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thank you Kelly, for letting me know about Codi. What a tragedy, especially for her new owners, with Codi being their 2nd dog lost to cancer.   I loved Codi very very much, and the day I found out that she was placed in a perfect home I was thanking God. She deserved so much to spend the last part of her life living to the fullest. I owe so much gratitude to her owners.   Again, thanks for everything.   Beata (Codi's former owner)

Frankie  October 27th 2006 Old Shep.... who was thrown away like someone's old garbage, came to GSRBC and was briefly renamed to "Frankie" With sadness, we report that Frankie was let go this morning. Frankie was having a very hard time eating, and was throwing up most of what he did get down.  A trip to the vet revealed he had numerous tumors in his mouth and throat that were constricting his ability to eat. Last night, as he had a drink of water, his foster noticed that a bit of blood was in the bowl. He became critically ill this morning. .. She rushed him into the vet and as they were going in the door, he collapsed :( The vet kindly finished the job for Frankie and he was let go. It is believed a tumor burst resulting in internal bleeding  We're sad that we did not have more time with this old boy to get him in a comfortable state and give him lots of love in this last leg of his journey.  He spent last night in Tania's bed with her, all wrapped up in her arms, scaly skin, pus and all. He may not of mattered to his people, but he mattered to us.  Rest easy Frankie... There is no more pain and discomfort now.   Thank you to the Allen family for taking in this old guy and trying to make things right for him.