They handled themselves with beauty & grace
and who could ever forget that beautiful face
Whether at work; or at home; whatever the test
they always worked hard; and did their best
They were real champions; at work or at play
but their lives were cut short; suddenly one day
While working on the job with their partner one day
they put themselves out on a limb; out into harms way
They gave the ultimate sacrifice; any dog can give
they gave up their life; so someone could live
The best of their breed;
as his partner and anyone would say
many hearts are now broken;
that he had to prove it this way
Now as the trees are blowing in the gentle breeze
the sun is shining; thru the leaves on the trees
The meadows are green; and the grass grows tall
off in the distance they can see a waterfall
As they look over the falls; down through the creek
the water flows gently; as a rabbit sneaks a peek
Far up above; in the deep blue sky
they see the birds soar high; as they fly by
They see animals playing; at the bridge by a waterfall
chasing each other; and just having a ball
They play all day; from morning to night
there's no more rain; just warm sunlight
Off in the distance; they hear trumpets blow
then all the animals look up; and notice a bright glow
The harps would play and the angels would sing
as they know they've come home;
they've earned their wings
We remember that they died; in the line of duty
and are now with the Lord; sharing in heaven's beauty
Off to the meadows now;
where they can play and roam free
with an occasional rest stop; under a tall oak tree
No more bad guys to chase; or bullets to take
just a run through the meadow; down to the lake
A quick splash in the water; then back to the shore
then it's off to the forest; to go play some more
These special dogs are back home; up in heaven above
they're cradled in God's arm's; and covered with His love
We'll light a candle for all of them; in the dark of night
in loving memory of all; these very special knights. 



you will be missed my dear friend.

For Treue Von Leitfaden, my hero, my big man and for my Daughter

"I thought of you with love today, but that was nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and days

before that, too. I think of you in silence and often speak your name. Now all I have is memories

and pictures in a frame. Your memory is my treasure with which I'll never part. God has you in his

keeping. I have you in my heart.  You came to me unwanted, frightened, hungry, and neglected but

you forgave those who abused you. Sometimes I think I sought you out, but you found me.  In turn I

became your partner and friend.  I tried to find a family who would treat you with the love and

kindness you deserve. But then I couldnt part with you and you stayed at my feet, defender, giving

solace when I grieved or was sick, loving eyes gazing at me in trust will never be forgotten. You

knew you had a forever home with me. I loved you everyday that you were here and will miss you

everday for the rest of my life. May you enjoy the company at the Rainbow Bridge until we meet

again. Thank you, God, for sending this wonderful creature to share his unconditional love and

companionship with me. We learn so much about forgiveness and the power of kindness to mend

broken hearts from them. This special messenger from God was never mine, but belong to Him ...

and to God they must return.  Lord give him hugs and pets for me and a special treat, throw a ball

and tell them its from me."

Treue, I didnt know you long, I rescued you from a chain and brought you into my heart and home. 

Cancer took you from me much too soon, but I am a better person for knowing you my friend and

your warm loving soul will be remembered with fondness and yes, regret, that we didnt have years

togeather. Each love filled tear here has mixed with the sunshine there at your new home, and your

Rainbow shines even brighter for you now..... An old Indian proverb: "The Soul would have no

Rainbow if the Eyes had No Tears" says it best... You now find rest in the Arms of God's very own

Angels...what more could your family have ever wished for you? What more could have ever been

wished.......

...Go Big Puppy. Find Hankers and share the stories of times on the road.  Run through the fields

together. Jump in the lake and swim all you want. Play with the squirrels and cats you so loved to

chase. Just keep an eye on the Rainbow Bridge. I will be looking for you. Until then I will miss you

beyond belief. I love you so much. You'll always be my "Fuzzball" and Momma's "TreyMan". Now go

my love....be free, be happy. I'll be watching for your Rainbows...

The Rainbow Bridge
inspired by a Norse legend

By the edge of a woods, at the foot of a hill,
Is a lush, green meadow where time stands still.
Where the friends of man and woman do run,
When their time on earth is over and done.

For here, between this world and the next,
Is a place where each beloved creature finds rest.
On this golden land, they wait and they play,
Till the Rainbow Bridge they cross over one day.

No more do they suffer, in pain or in sadness,
For here they are whole, their lives filled with gladness.
Their limbs are restored, their health renewed,
Their bodies have healed, with strength imbued.

They romp through the grass, without even a care,
Until one day they start, and sniff at the air.
All ears prick forward, eyes dart fro

The Rainbow Bridge
inspired by a Norse legend

By the edge of a woods, at the foot of a hill,
Is a lush, green meadow where time stands still.
Where the friends of man and woman do run,
When their time on earth is over and done.

For here, between this world and the next,
Is a place where each beloved creature finds rest.
On this golden land, they wait and they play,
Till the Rainbow Bridge they cross over one day.

No more do they suffer, in pain or in sadness,
For here they are whole, their lives filled with gladness.
Their limbs are restored, their health renewed,
Their bodies have healed, with strength imbued.

They romp through the grass, without even a care,
Until one day they start, and sniff at the air.
All ears prick forward, eyes dart front and back,
Then all of a sudden, one breaks from the pack.

For just at that instant, their eyes have met;
Together again, both person and pet.
So they run to each other, these friends from long past,
The time of their parting is over at last.

The sadness they felt while they were apart,
Has turned into joy once more in each heart.
They embrace with a love that will last forever,
And then, side-by-side, they cross over… together.
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