Rainbow Bridge
This page is dedicated to my pets that are no longer with me here on earth. They live on
in my memory and I hope that one day we will meet again.
Digger
1991-2006
I got Digger when we moved to Kansas in 1992, he
was a year old. He was my buddy from the start
and was always there when I came home from
school. When I moved away to go to college Digger
came with me, whenever I moved Digger came too.
He was the kitty tester for countless rescue dogs
and was always the welcome committee to anyone
who came to visit.  Digger was tough and taught
dogs to respect him. He remained in charge of this
household until suddenly suffering paralysis of his
hind limbs from a blood clot. This genetic
condition affects Persian cats. There is no treatment.
Saying Goodbye to Digger that day in my
veterinarian's office is one of the hardest thing's I
have ever had to do.  
Taz
2002-2007
To this day Taz is the worst case of neglect I have ever been
involved with since I have been involved with rescue. Taz is
the only foster dog that I kept as permanent member of my
doggie family. Taz was turned into rescue by a woman
claiming she was his breeder. When I picked him up he was
nearly dead from starvation. He was 6 months old and only
weighed 4 lbs. (Note I did not pick him up from the location
of this person I do not know where she lives). In a panic as I
drove home I called my vet (who was about to close for the
day) and told him of the condition this poor baby was in.
He and his wife stayed at the clinic and treated Taz that
day. Had they not done that I don't know if he would have
made it until morning. In addition to starvation (to the
point that his muscle tissue was dissolving), he had
sarcoptic mange, numerous skin infections, respiratory
infection, and a very bad case of hookworms. Taz survived
but took him a long time to know he would always have a
meal and for a long time he would growl and hover over his
food as he inhaled it. As time went by his hair grew back
and we were able to see that he was a bi-black Sheltie (we
had no idea of his markings or if he was a tri or bi black
because he was nearly hairless when I got him and covered
in scabs.). He had a love for people and was very outgoing
despite what had been done to him.
The nursing home residents loved Taz and it was a resident
that gave him his name. He was an inspiration to all who
knew him his entire life. I just wish he could have been with
us a little longer.
Digger Copyrighted!
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Max
1999-2006
Max was my other kitty buddy and one of the very
few other cats that Digger got along with well. Max
was a very gentle soul who was rescued by a friend
from death row at the Tallahassee pound.....no one
wanted to adopt a 20 lb cat. Despite our best
efforts Max was always a "big" guy all his life. A
few months after Digger died Max joined him at
the Bridge.
A disease called FIP took Max's life. We are not
certain how he got it and I didn't know that he was
not vaccinated against it. I assumed that his yearly
shots contained everything he needed. Many vet's
do not vaccinate for FIP. If you are concerned and
think it might be in your area please ask your vet
about the vaccine and the pro's and con's of giving
it.
Taz Copyrighted!
Zazu Copyrighted!
Zazu
1996-2008
My best ever bird buddy and truly the most
intelligent creature I have ever known. I never
thought I would ever have to part with you. Your life
was cut was way too short for your kind.  My home
will never be the same.
Casey's Christopher Reeves
"Christopher"
1999-2008
Balkum's Copper Boy of Rick x Kansas Citys Dolly RN, CGC, TDI
Your life was a hard one and I worked hard to get you back
home. I am thankful for the short time I had you back. You
left this earth at peace sleeping beside your mother. Rest in
peace sweet boy you are safe now.
Christopher Copyrighted!
Casey Copyrighted!
Mel Copyrighted!
spencer rn copyrighted
A Special Rescue
Spencer RN
2003-2009
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Clay City's Millennium Madness RN CGC
Millie
1999-2011
CH Wadegate Wynview Spellbound x Kansas Citys Dolly RN,CGC, TDI