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This page is dedicated to those special animals that touch our hearts and souls. If you have a special story you want to share, you may email me and I will post your memorial. you may also send a scanned photo in .gif, or .jpg format.
Sampson December 14, 1993 - March 21, 2001
I wept bitterly the day you died. I wish I could turn time back so I could still have you here with me. Thank you for keeping my feet warm on nights I worked late at the computer. Thanks for making me laugh--for letting our rambuctious one-year old use you as a pillow and pull at your ears. Thank you for being there when I had bed rest while I was pregnant--your were my companion.
I will never forget your funny faces, the way your entire backside shook when your tailed wagged, and for always greeting me after a hard days work.
I miss you dearly! Your mom...
In Memory of our Precious Little Scooter
In the early morning hours on December 27, 2000 we had to let you go to be in Gods hands. It has been the hardest
and sadest part of our life. You were our little guy and there are no words to express our grief since you left us.Even though we only had you for 4 short months, from the very moment you came into our life, you were our little boy. Your daddy always said that you and your little brother, Chance were just little kids in costumes. You brought so much life and joy into our home and our life. No one can ever understand how special you were.
You becane very very ill shortly after we adopted you. Your daddy and I did everything we could hoping you would get
better. But as many doctors, as much medicine, and as hard as we prayed for you to get better, nothing seemed to
work. You never complained, not even a little whimper, just always so happy to be in your "forever home" where you
knew you were, and always will be, truly loved. You were such a "daddy's boy". Whenever you were going with daddy,
your little eyes just danced.Nothing will ever be able to fill the gap in our life since you left us. You will always be in our hearts and your spirit will always be with us.
Your brother, Chance, keeps going around the house and the backyard looking for his buddy to play with, but you are in heaven with God now. You can play and romp and run as fast as you want to, chase squirrels and birds and never have to worry about having an attack again.
May God keep you and watch over you for us until we are all together again. We miss you very much, Scooter, just just wait for us, because one day we will be with you again.
We love our little Scooter very, very much.
Love,
Mommy, Daddy and your brother, Chance (Carlos and Jeannine)
Webmaster Note: Scooter came into rescue as a result of falling off his original owners boat and almost being killed by the propeller. Abandoned at Gulf Coast veterinary because they didn't want to pay for the surgery to save him, the kind folks there contacted us and we paid for his surgery. Then he was adopted by this loving family and spent the last days of his life and probably the best days of his life in total love. Our condolences go to the family...
May 21, 2000
Dear Cocker Spaniel Rescue Team,
Today is our 18th wedding,anniversary, and what would have been our beautiful cocker spaniel "Mischa's" 18, birthday. Mischa passed away last November 15, six months shy of her birthday. She lived overseas most of her life, living in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Spain. She also traveled all over Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. Wherever she traveled she was always an ambassador for dogs in general and the breed in specific. Her manners were impeccable and as such, she's eaten in some very fine restaurants in France, Germany, Holland, and Spain as well as sifopped for crystal and grandfather clocks in Germany. She spent countless hours posing for pictures for others in countries where she was a rarity. She was especially drawn to toddlers. Probably because they always could be counted on to have a cookie or some kind of treat in their hands or smeared on their mouths. She mothered many stray dogs, kittens,! and a chicken over the years as we fostered for various animal care agencies.
In short she was an exceptional dog - or
should we say just your every day, ordinary, American Cocker Spaniel. We had to move back
to the states in 1993 because an infection from a beetle bite led to the necessity of
having a pacemaker installed to rejuvenate her heart beat. The operation was a success
and she was able to subsequently participate in many of the "Mutt Strutts" and "Bark in the
Parks" held here in Houston. All of her life she had a love for other animals, birds,
toddlers, and of course her Mommy and Daddy. So we think she would be very happy to have
her birthday pennies this year go to help another cocker friend in need find their way into
a home where they can be loved and cherished for all of their remaining days. Please accept
this donation in the memory of our very special angel in cocker clothing, "Mein Mischa Melanika".
Happy eighteenth birthday Sweetie. With a very deep admiration and gratefulness for all the heartbreaking
things each of you see and do every day for
their cause, we salute you,Gary and Terri Collins, and of course Mischa always Mischa
We extend our condolences and thanks also for their generous donation in Mischa's memory...
In Loving Memory of
GingerAdopted from Cocker Spaniel Rescue July 8, 1996
She left us after cancer surgery on September 27, 1999
WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU!
THE PAGET FAMILY
In memory of "WOODY", a precious beloved dog whose passed over to the bridge before being able to spend Christmas with his loved ones. A donation was made in his honor by family friend Michelle Watts to aid the homeless cocker spaniels who aren't as lucky as he was to have a loving home.
The following letter is from a very special lady in Louisiana who made a crucially needed donation this last month.
"Hello from Baton Rouge, LA. My little 11 year old cocker spaniel named "Pug" and I would like to make the enclosed contribution in memory of our beloved "Charlie Bear". Charlie Bear, Pug's littermate brother, passed to heaven on October 17, 1997 from liver disease. He was a very precious, happy-go-luck little cocker. We miss him so very much."
Another donation and letter came from the heartbroken family of a beautiful little girl named, "EMMA"
"This is our little Emma. She came to live with us when she was two
months old. She was the sweetest puppy we'd ever seen and many people
who met her felt the same way. She loved to go to the park, and she was
a natural at playing fetch. Her specialty was giving us kisses, and she
would give them to us for as long as we let her.
Unfortunately, Emma left us early. We miss her more than words can
express. 
We think of her all the time. She brought so much happiness
into our lives. For that we thank her. We're very sorry that our time
together was so short. The time that she spent with us was important,
and the love that she gave us will last in our hearts forever.Love,
Bryan and Regina
We, at Cocker Spaniel Rescue send our heartfelt condolences and also thanks for their kind donations. Because of their gifts, we were able to save the lives of cocker spaniels otherwise unadoptable. Most of our donations go to cover the cost of heartworm treatment for cocker spaniels dumped at shelters.
IN MEMORY OF BRANDY:My name is Brandy Hatch. I left my Mom and Dad on the morning of February 19 to spend time with my sisters. Mom and Dad were very sad that I left but I know that I will see them again. It has been very lonely for them, as I was an only child. I loved having all of their attention and being'Queen'of the household. I loved waking Dad up at 5:00AM for breakfast and slamming my doggie dish around the house 2 hours prior to dinner. It kept his life from being too dull and quiet. Whenever Dad was working at home he would talk to me all day, even when I pretended to be asleep. I would always wait by the back door for my Mom to come home from work. She was really good with kisses and rubbing and I really, really like to be rubbed. In the evenings we would walk through the neighborhood and she would let me'woof'at all of the dogs and people. I loved that. There is nothing better than getting a bunch of silly dogs all worked up. The thing I miss most is going for car rides with Dad despite his driving. We would run errands and then go to my favorite place, Sonic. Dad would suffer through another Sonic chicken sandwich just so I could have a rootbeer. Everyone at Sonic knew me including the manager. Being a regular customer has its benefits. I also miss my neighbors, Jo and Carl. I would visit them all the time and get rubbed. Jo was really great because she would buy rootbeer especially for me by the six-pack. What a friend! I loved rolling in their frontyard, it was the best. I miss you Mom and Dad. The sisters aren't as much fun as you. Love and kisses to you.
Puppy
Our hearts go out to your family Brandy, and our thanks... They not only adopted Gracie, one of our rescue dogs, but they also made a generous donation to our program.
Many happy memories Brandy -
See you at the Bridge...
We lost our Roxie after 14 years.
She was born Nov.22, 1984 and passed March 1, 1999. She was a Christmas present from my
husband. We brought her home at 5 weeks old in a motorhome. She thought every dog had one.
Of course, all her doggy friends did. We miss her and loved her very much.Thank you,
John & Dolores
This beautiful happy boy is Buster.
I am sending you this in honor of my husband's birthday. We lost Buster two years ago to hemolytic anemia. I
was working as a Veterinary Technician at the time and despite the best care
he slipped away in the night before I could get back to the clinic. A few
months later Steve and I were married and I was accepted to Veterinary
school. Now Steve and I live in a small town in Idaho so I can earn my DVM
and make my dreams come true. Steve left a wonderful job and two
outstanding boys in Boise so we could be together. For all the sacrifices
he has made so my dreams can come true please accept this message and
donation in honor of my wonderful husband and Buster's memory. I hope we
can help some other happy cocker spaniel find a family that is magic.Sarah
We had to put Zack to sleep a few
months ago. He gave us 14 years of
unconditional love. He came into our lives at 6 weeks old when
our sons were 5 and 6. The 3 of them grew up together. Brian
and Matthew are now in college. We all miss Zack tremendously. I
miss him most when weeding flower beds. That is when he would cuddle
next to me while I pulled the weeds. Or he would follow on the back
of my husband's heels back and forth from the front yard to back
afraid that he would miss something.We miss you Zack.
"Bonnie Noel"
Known to me as just "Noel", died this past April. Her name meant "Beautiful Christmas" and I know that if there is a heaven, she is up there with her puppies that all died from umbilical hernias earlier in her life. She waited for me to come home from college to die. I found her in my mother's closet and I knew something was wrong. As it turned out, she was in heart distress due to a diabetic reaction to a medicine we had her on for a lung problem. She lived a long, happy thirteen years, without sight or hearing for about the last five... but she always knew how to beg for food. I hope you have lots of peanut butter up there and kisses too...love,
Corinne
King was given to me as a gift from
a boyfriend in 1980, my senior year in High School. He was my best friend and was always
beside me through the ups and downs of my college years. He saw me through the many tears
of my dating years and always seemed to know exactly what I was feeling. There are so many things that I have
learned since his death in 1992 that I wish I could go back and do differently. In the past four years, every
dog that I have rescued has been in his honor and in his memory. There have been many dogs that I have given a
second chance because of my continued love for him. When he became ill in 1991, Steve and I did everything possible
to make him better, but on December 7, 1992, we all knew that it was his time to go. His eyes spoke to us and
I knew that he was ready. As we drove him to the vet for the last time, we said our goodbyes and I've always been
grateful that we had those last moments together. It hurt like heck for a very long time and I still miss him and
think about him everyday. But it is because of my love for him that I do the things I do today. It is my prayer
that he will be the one to greet me at the rainbow bridge and that as we cross over together, we will be followed
by the rescues that were given a second chance in his honor...Judy (rescuer)
Quincy was my first cocker. We had her for 13 wonderful
years. She was supposed to be my daughter's dog but she was mine from the
start. She was affectionate and very lovable....a great traveler, bunk
buddy and adored going in our boat. I miss her so much even after such
a long time. These two Cocker babies gave us their total love and loyalty to the very
end of their lives. Through them we learned important lessons of giving
care, love and loyalty to them. Their unspoiled innocence and constant
devotion enlightened and enriched our family and our lives. They will
always be with us and our new Cocker kids.
..Donna
Polo was Quincy's son and we adored him. My husband Nick likes
to take naps and he would tell Polo it was naptime and Polo would run and jump
onto the bed, lay his head on the pillow and nap with Nick. He adored
chasing squirrels and going bye-bye in the car. He was also a great
bunk buddy like his mother. I know that both of my babies are waiting
for us. I hope Polo is with my father now....Dad loved him so much.
Dad would keep Polo when we had to go out of town and couldn't take
him. There really aren't words to describe the emotions you have when
these guys come into your heart...Donna (rescuer)
Gretchen was a part of my life for 15 wonderful years...I got her as a puppy and she watched my son grow up.
She was so sweet and devoted. When I met my husband seven years ago, he fell in love with her on our first date.
That was a man after my own heart! Gretchen went everywhere with me and gave me unconditional love till the end.
She was so special to me and I miss her still...Mary (rescuer)
Liza was my husband's cocker spaniel for 17 years. She was his constant companion...even went to work with him
every now and then. I never met Liza, but I know she had a remarkable impact on his life. Since we lost both
Gretchen and Liza, we've acquired four more....Katy, Lucy, Maxie, and Tanner. They can never replace the
others....but they do fill the hole in your heart...Mary (rescuer)
Harley was born 11/17/86 and died 7/6/98. He was a beautiful buff cocker spaniel. He was my only baby and my best friend. He got sick and we tried to save him. He had the best surgeons, the best cardiologists, the best vets. The illness was too much for him. I tried to keep him fighting, but he was too ill. I am grieving for my lost friend. I miss him very much and don't know how to cope with his loss. He brought so much happiness and joy to my life. He loved me and I loved him. I know he is in heaven now "a puppy angel" he is probably hoping I will stop being so sad, and remember the good times we had. I love and miss Harley, there will never be another like my sweet little friend.
Harley, I love you...
Love, Mom...
Quincy was my first cocker. We had
her for 13 wonderful years. 2 Years ago in June we brought Gabe(Gage) home to be our baby.
For a year he prospered, loved and was loved with all our hearts. 3 weeks ago he was
diagnosed with a fast growing cancer of the jaw. He lasted valiantly for 3 weeks and was
loved and doted on until yesterday and when he went to be with the other Doggie Angels.
Gabe was the most wonderful dog we ever had and he lived the last few months of his life
loving us and letting us be his best friends. We truly understand unconditional love since
we have had Gabe and our hearts will always have soft spots for the slow moving, kissing,
licking baby he became to us. Thank you God for letting us share in this incredible
creatures life.Pat Todd