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Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... 

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    Rainbow Bridge

    They touched our lives and will forever hold a place in our hearts.

    These Rogers' Rescues dogs have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. We hope they are running and playing as a pack. And importantly, we hope they don't miss us as much as we miss them.

     

    • Guiness

      Guiness

      Guiness was our first RR foster failure. While he was originally supposed to be "just a foster" when he arrived at our home, we quickly realized he probably wasn't going anywhere, especially after his amputation surgery. G-man never let his "handicap" get him down and had the heart of a lion until the end - unfortunately his body gave out before his heart and spirit did. But we had 4 wonderful years with him, more than we'd dared hope for after his surgery due to his size, and we wouldn't have traded a moment of them for anything. We love and miss you Guinny but know you and your "sisters" are always watching over us.

      Bob and Beth



       
    • Sashi

      Sashi

      I rescued Sashi from Rogers' Rescues in February 2004. She was the sweetest most loving dog I have ever known. Everyone who met Sashi loved her. Sadly, she passed away March 7, 2013, due to kidney failure. My dad still thinks she had a salt deficiency, since she was always licking everyone.

      I am hopeful that she is no longer in pain and playing with all of her friends at the Rainbow Bridge. Sashi will always be our "stinky dog," and we miss her every day.

      Alyssa Katz





       
    • Maggie Matz

      Maggie Matz

      Maggie was our snuffleupagus (as in Sesame Street). That crazy bouncing hair of hers -- and there was so much of it.

      She loved everyone and everything. She weighed about 53 pounds, however, she insisted on sitting on your lab as if she was a little puppy.

      Snow was her favorite followed by chasing the leaves. She loved to be outdoors and would sit on the front lawn and watch everyone go by. She would wait for another dog and their person to come by and run back and forth with them. Maggie loved her older sister Bailey. They would chase each other around the house and play tug of war all evening. Of course waiting for us to all settle down and watch TV before they began.

      Her bed was in my bedroom and she snored. This took a little getting used to for me. My husband said I would elbow him if he snored but yet I never disturbed the dog. I think my husband was jealous of our relationship.

      Maggie was my shadow. I could not get the groceries from the car without her jumping in the car and begging for a car ride. Maggie was a wonderful, loving and loyal dog that I will always remember and always wish we had more time together.

      Lisa Matz, Mommy to Maggie

       
    • Rudy

      Rudy

      We adopted Rudy on January 8, 2012 when he was about 3 months old. He was truly an amazing dog and brought so much joy to our family. He was beautiful, smart, and such a goofball. We really could not have asked for more. Unfortunately, Rudy was recently hit by a car in September and did not make it. We were right there with him when he passed. Words cannot describe how much Rudy meant to our family. We love and miss him so much and know that he is resting peacefully.







       
    • Wendy Susan

      Wendy Susan

      Margaret adopted Wendy in 2005! Wendy was the foster of Heather and Brian Rodburg. Heather saved Wendy from a rural KY shelter where she found her injured, old and with little chance of adoption.

      Wendy was no spring chicken at 10 or so years when she joined our family. Wendy was the most wonderful beagle ever. She was patient, kind, loyal, devoted, snuggly with the softest ears ever! A perfect fit for mom as they both found themselves in need of someone to care for in their golden years.

      Wendy is missed by her forever family, young, old and fur. Wendy fulfilled her purpose in life as she is directly responsible for bringing her "sister" to volunteer with Rogers' Rescues. After this amazing girl joined the family her sister was inspired to join RR so that she could be a part of this magic that brought Wendy to her family. RIP at the Rainbow Bridge Wenders knowing that you will be greeted one day by your forever family. In honor of you we promise to keep working towards our goal.....Until there are None...Rescue One!

       
    • Darcy Ray

      Darcy Ray

      Darcy Ray, or D Ray as we often called her was adopted from Rogers' Rescues on July 21, 2006. We knew she was a "keeper" the minute we saw her. She came to our home and was was given much love and affection. She had a big yard to run and play in with her pal, Boy. How she enjoyed her yummies and going for walks. As D Ray got older, her limbs started to get weak. Her walks were no longer like they used to be. She could no longer run and play nor climb stairs. But we were always there to help her and made sure she was comfortable. Eventually we could see the pain she suffered, as she could no longer stand up. Darcy Ray has touched our lives and she is deeply missed. Our girl lost her battle to osteoarthritis on July 26, 2012. She is deeply missed but her paw prints will always be in our hearts.


       
    • Maggie

      Maggie

      We adopted Maggie from Anne Marie Rogers when she first started Rogers' Rescue.

      We loved her for 12 years until her passing in January, 2012. She was the best dog ever.











       
    • Harper

      Harper

      Harper was a beautiful purebred Australian Cattle Dog who was found as a stray and taken to a crowded shelter in West Virginia. Her person was located and called and begged the shelter to hold on to Harper. They waited. And waited. And waited. But no one ever came to claim this wonderful dog. So, she became a Rogers' Rescues foster dog and found a home with an caring adopter where she lived for 2 years before passing on. She is missed by her former foster homes and her former family. She left her mark on their hearts.







       
    • Mosey

      Mosey

      If you’ve seen or read the book “A Dog’s Purpose”, I think Mosey’s purpose was to bring us to Rogers’ Rescues. After sending a couple friends to RR and having them adopt fantastic dogs, they in turn forwarded Mosey’s writeup to me and it was love at first sight. We went through the process, adopted Mosey, and were so impressed with the group that we decided to volunteer. Six years and twenty-some foster dogs later, looking back it was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. During the six wonderful years that we shared our lives with her, Mosey was our rock, the steady one around here who kept an eye out for all of us. She was the self-appointed guard dog of the family and tolerated all the foster dogs without batting an eye. She wasn't one to run and play (hence her name) but she could haul butt across the yard to chase off any threat, such as the terrible deer or birds on the feeders, when the mood struck her. She was one of the kindest, most loving dogs we've ever had the honor of knowing and I'm thankful for the times we had with her. It was no where near long enough. But that's the tough part with loving dogs – it never is. Play at the Bridge with your brother and sister until we get there Mosey and we’ll see you someday soon – Love you!

       
    • Gizmo

      Gizmo

      Gizmo arrived as a temporary Rogers' Rescues foster on March 5, 2005. No one told him that. So, he ended up being a permanent member of our family. In 7 years, Gizmo stood strong through major losses and turmoil in our family. His smile and quiet assurance woke me up every morning, letting me know that we would be ok. Who knew a discarded dog, one of thousands, would, after being saved, save a life many times over and bring so much joy. He is loved always and will be forever missed.







       
    • Emma

      Emma

      My dear, precious, sweet, faithful St. Bernard Emma, who we rescued in 2005, has passed away due to kidney failure. I am still so devastated from this loss but wanted to let you know and to thank you for giving me the opportunity be blessed with her sweet memories.











       
    • Neko

      Neko

      Neko was adopted from Rogers' Rescues in 2006 at the age of 8. He spent 4 years as a beloved member of the Dakuginow family and to this day is dearly missed. RIP Neko.













       
    • Dobbs

      Dobbs

      Handsome Dobbs was with his family for such a short time -- just 14 months. Yet in that time he brought them great joy, laughter and lots of dog hugs. He is terribly missed by the Lebak family.












       
    • Pugsley

      Pugsley



      She was 9 years old when she was adopted from Rogers' Rescues in April, 2010. Pugsley spent the last year and a half of her life in the loving care of her adopter, Patricia Tarbuck. RIP sweet Pugsley.