In Memoriam

Always and forever in our hearts!

Coach, Thank you for bringing me so much joy for these last 14 years! ❤️ Thank you for teaching me the meaning of responsibility, love and loyalty! Thank you for all the walks we took, the friends we met, and for all the treats we shared. Thank you for literally being the best dog and… Read more “Always and forever in our hearts!”

Julie Wilson
Coach
March 28, 2024

In memory of Mango

Mango, our beloved guinea pig crossed the rainbow bridge on February 7th. Mango was a little old lady with a big attitude who made a big impact on our lives. We will be forever missing you, until we meet… Read more “In memory of Mango”

Madeline Iarussi
Mango
March 14, 2024

BOBO

our family had Toby for over 18 years he was a small toy fox chihuahua mix with a big dog personality .Sadly missed by entire family. Thank you to Christine on a very sad day for me was so kind caring explained everything to me . 4/11/2005- 6/15/2023 crossed Rainbow… Read more “BOBO”

Rachel Hubler
Toby
August 3, 2023

My sweet girl

When morning comes and you’re not there Don’t think we’re far apart. For every time I think of you, You’re right here in my heart. I love you Nikki!!!!!… Read more “My sweet girl”

Gayleen Kolaczewski
Nikki
August 3, 2023

Beloved Greenhouse Cat

Tiny, resident greenhouse cat of Blooming Acres, crossed the Rainbow Bridge on August 1, 2023, following a brief illness. She was born inside the very greenhouse she called home approximately 18 years ago and enjoyed a long and adventurous life. She spent her younger years hunting and playing in nearby fields, and even gave birth… Read more “Beloved Greenhouse Cat”

Blooming Acres
Tiny of Blooming Acres
August 3, 2023

Miss you baby girl

Mommy, daddy and Apollo miss you so much! I’m glad we got to share 9+ years with you. My heart aches without you baby… Read more “Miss you baby girl”

Michelle mirkov
Dakota
May 15, 2023

In loving memory of Debbie

Debbie has been with this family since her birth at a pet store where her owner worked. She took her home around a month old and has raised her ever since. Two and a half years later, she has come to cross the rainbow bridge. The family will miss her little squeaks as she begged… Read more “In loving memory of Debbie”

Ava Alexander
Debbie
May 15, 2023

Jasta Whee Siebert-Hunter

June 6, 2006 – Nov 27, 2022 Beautiful baby girl of Kim Siebert and Kevin Hunter. Jasta will be missed by her sisters Nola, Sicily, Up, Martini and Lilly. 16 years ago this little one grabbed me through the bars of her cage at the APL. Thank you for choosing me to be your mom.… Read more “Jasta Whee Siebert-Hunter”

Kim Siebert
Jasta
December 6, 2022

Dor Dor Dor

Dear Dorthy. From the minute I met you at the humane society I knew you were mine. You melted my heart. I can’t believe someone would set a blind and deaf, sweet little girl like you out in a park. I don’t know what the first part of your life was like , but I… Read more “Dor Dor Dor”

Rufus Jessup-Savage
Dorthy
December 6, 2022

Good Boy, Gone Too Soon

Mozzi unexpectedly crossed the Rainbow Bridge the morning of October 17, 2022. Mozzi was a huge ball of energy and love. He always wanted whatever treat he could have. As a Great Dane he would hover over the counter tops and tables. Always got us with his big ice blue eyes. Loved car rides especially… Read more “Good Boy, Gone Too Soon”

Lindsey Flack
Mozzi
December 6, 2022

My Baby Girl… Milah Bear

Milah your family loves you and misses you with all of our hearts. You meant the world to us. There will always be a void on the holidays without you! You brought so much joy to our lives! You were truly a part of our family. Your entire family mourns your loss! You were loved… Read more “My Baby Girl… Milah Bear”

Ebony Woodard
Milah Woodard
December 6, 2022

Chunky forever

I’ll never forget the first time I saw you. You were so small so sweet so calm. I loved watching you grow up and be my best friend and the most amazing pup. Miss our late night snacks with you miss going on car with you. I will love and miss you… Read more “Chunky forever”

Rocio
Angel
August 22, 2022

EJ Cabahug

EJ was our crazy boy. He loved his carrots and his lettuce. He loved hopping around our living room and cool down on the stone steps by the fireplace. He loved running in circles around his big brother Edward, and sissy Abi, loved trying to climb on Daddy and hops on top of Mommy when… Read more “EJ Cabahug”

Angel Cabahug
EJ
August 22, 2022

Precious beloved furbaby

Liler Lou was a rescue dog. She was scared of us for a week before she started to trust my daughter and I. She was a quirky little girl. Never destroyed anything but would let us know she was upset if we left her to run errands. She took my boots off the stairs then… Read more “Precious beloved furbaby”

Rebecca Sheppard
Liler Lou
December 19, 2021

Jeffrey, our good boy

Jeffrey came to us in the spring of 2011 along with his 3 brothers and sister, born to a stray and fathered by a true feral cat we called Geoffrey, so called because of his standoffish way. The mother cat abandoned Jeff and his siblings at an empty house located across the street from us… Read more “Jeffrey, our good boy”

TIMOTHY GRABER
Jeffrey Graber
November 20, 2021

In Loving Memory

Sandy Marie Pritt passed away on February 23, 2021. She loved car rides, frolicking in the snow, chasing squirrels, and soaking up the sun. She liked going on walks and hiking in the MetroParks. She was my best friend; so loyal and loving. She loved her squeaker toys and Starbucks pup cups. She’ll be deeply… Read more “In Loving Memory”

Jennene Pritt
Sandy Marie
February 24, 2021

Forever In Our Hearts

We have had Chubbers since she was a baby. She passed away February 16th at 20 years old. She was born under my moms porch. After my husband and I married and bought a home she has lived with us. We spent all our first holidays together with Chubbers. We had three kids and she… Read more “Forever In Our Hearts”

Kerrie Tooley
Chubbers
February 19, 2021

My Best Friend, Son, and Brother. My Everything.

On September 4, 2020, Vinnie had crossed The Rainbow Bridge. Vinnie came into my life as a rescue through PetFinder on December 13, 2011 from the Portage County Dog Warden. He had a very rough start to life and many subsequent behavioral and health issues. The shelter workers seemed to know him and cared for… Read more “My Best Friend, Son, and Brother. My Everything.”

Derek Whipkey
Vinnie
September 15, 2020

My Hardest Goodbye

I remember the phone call like it happened yesterday, a friend called me and said we got a dog in I think you should come look at her. I remember seeing her for the first time sitting there shaking, cowering as I walked in and sat down on the floor it only took her a… Read more “My Hardest Goodbye”

Rene Wandling
Beatrice
May 29, 2020

Axle and memories

Axle with stick

At the time I was searching for another GSD, a friend told me about one he’d seen on a pound’s website. I called to ensure he was still available.  I got to the pound and told the keeper I was here for the GSD. She turned, looked me over and said, “Well, good luck. Not… Read more “Axle and memories”

Grant Holmes
Axle
April 25, 2019