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.

—Author unknown

These are some of the pugs who have come through Seattle Pug Rescue before ultimately going on to Rainbow Bridge.

	Daisy Rainbow Bridge 7/27/10 "We were very blessed to know Daisy; her short stay with us filled our days and hearts with happiness and joy. It was with us that she discovered a fondness for bacon and enjoyed walks with her new pug brother Sir Winston. We had hoped we could have known her her whole life but at least got to make the last few months of her life filled with love. She will be greatly missed and will be remembered in our hearts forever." —The Ramos Family
	George POTUS Rainbow Bridge 7/2/10 "Georgie was with us for five years. He was a mama's boy, and for all of the time he was with me, there was never a time that he was not right by my side whether it be at home, at work, or in the car. He was like my shadow and the keeper of my heart. Such a commanding presence, a stubborn pug who knew what he wanted, and a lover of bacon cheeseburgers! I will miss my little fat man, and will see you again some day. RIP little man!" —Michele
	Ollie Rainbow Bridge 6/17/10
	Lucy Rainbow Bridge 6/7/10 "After adopting Lucy at age 6, we feel so lucky to have had her in our family for eight more years. She was a funny little dog and brought us great happiness and comfort. We miss her very much." —Steve and Brenda
	Titan Rainbow Bridge 6/7/10 "Oh mighty Titan. How I miss my little shadow. You and your brother were inseparable, he's a little lost with out his lickin' buddy. The morning you left was so unexpected. Good-bye, my friend. We miss you, Titan. XOXO sent all the way to heaven!" —Nanny
	Bernie Rainbow Bridge 5/24/10
	Goober Rainbow Bridge 5/18/10 "We had him over four years and I think he was a year or so old when we got him. So he did have over five good years. We so loved the little guy who fought all his life and had gained weight and strength all the while." —John
	Oreo Rainbow Bridge 5/18/10
	Roscoe Rainbow Bridge 5/4/10 "My sweet, wonderful Roscoe left us and has left a hole in my heart. His gentle presence filled my life with such joy. He was only with me a short time, but managed to leave an incredible impact. His sisters spent days looking for him in his usual spots. Everyone who met him fell for him. I feel his loss every day, miss him, and treasure the time I had with him. I love you, Roscoe." —Karen
	Sophie Rainbow Bridge 5/3/10 "You were one of the BEST dogs I have ever had, such a kind, loving and gentle spirit. I will never forget the day I met you and got to take you home with me. I wish you could have stayed with me forever and didn't have to go. I want you to know it hurts to have to say goodbye, but I know you will always be with me." —Christye
	Ruby Rainbow Bridge 2/14/10 "Ruby was the sweetest little girl and the center of our lives for six loving years. Her snorts, hugs and ability to cast a spell of sleepiness on anyone she snuggled with will be greatly missed. Thank you for introducing such a meaningful presence into our lives." —Ian and Andrew
	Angel Rainbow Bridge 2/7/10 "Angel (left) was rescued from a puppy mill. She was emaciated, blind, had only 3 teeth, had arthritis, and her paws were slightly deformed from being confined to a cage. She joined our other dog, Tara (right, shar pei/pit bull mix), who had previously only ever let one other dog into the yard or house. Angel had attitude and let Tara know her boundaries. Today, Tara insists on meeting every pug she sees and she is gentle with them. When Angel left us, many of our friends gathered at a party in her honor." —Paul and Angela
	Charlie Rainbow Bridge 12/11/09 "Our precious Charlie passed away yesterday from complications from his kidney stone surgery. The time we had with him was the best. We adopted him in 2007 and he was 4 1/2 years old—far too soon to be taken from us. His brother Mu Shu and his sister Pepper miss him too." —Rebecca and Tom
	Texas Tea Rainbow Bridge 7/20/09 "Texas Tea went to Rainbow Bridge just two weeks after his brother, Caesar, did. Tea had a bad heart or maybe a broken heart and just couldn’t be without his lifetime buddy. It's way too quite without you here. We miss you T Man. XOXO sent all the way to heaven!" —Nanny
	Gracie Rainbow Bridge 7/15/09 We were greatly saddened to unexpectedly lose Gracie. Gracie is now playing at the Rainbow Bridge, well and happy.
	Gigi Rainbow Bridge 7/14/09 Gigi was with us for only a short time, but we loved her sweet spirit and sheer will. She is now at the Rainbow Bridge, happy and healthy, and looking out for us all.
	Caesar Rainbow Bridge 7/6/09 "Caesar was our 'old man.' He was always the first to his food dish at dinner. He always followed me around and never liked to be alone. We’ll miss you Caesar, our boy, and we’ll see you some day at Rainbow Bridge. XOXO all the way to heaven." —Linda
	Bruno Rainbow Bridge 6/30/09 "Bruno was my first rescue/foster. I could not part with him and adopted him soon after we took him in. He was the sweetest old man I have ever met. He gave us so much love I can only hope he was as happy here as he was with the family that gave him up after 8 years. We will treasure our time with him always no matter how short. Thanks to SPR for allowing us to adopt our sweet boy." —Debbie
	Xena Rainbow Bridge 6/21/09 Xena was with us just a short time, but we all loved her, and know that she is happy and well and watching over us with love.
	Chewie Rainbow Bridge 5/17/09 Chewie was exeptional. He had a life of adversity before finding his forever home, but it didn't break his kind, gentle, sweet, funny, dignified, playful and loving spirit. He loved all the humans in his life fully and completely, as if he had never had any prior misfortune. He was a most loyal companion and friend and will be missed forever.
	Neo Rainbow Bridge 4/1//09 "Neo went to the Rainbow Bridge after a short battle with cancer. Our family will forever remember the short time he was with us. He made quite an impact. We'll pick you up on the way to heaven!" —The Rabus Family
	Winston Rainbow Bridge 1/09 "Winston wasn't with us long but left his indelible paw print on our hearts with his intelligence, curiousity and sweet, gentle spirit. He is and always will be sorely missed. We know Winston is now healthy enjoying his favorite treats, playing happily with his brother Edgar and the other pugs over the Rainbow Bridge." —Sarah
	Max Rainbow Bridge 1/1/09 Max, a ray of sunshine to all who knew and loved him. We deeply miss Max, and know that he waits for us at Rainbow Bridge.
	Tucker Rainbow Bridge 9/08 Tucker loved to sunbathe with his best buddy at Jonathan and Katie's house.
	Sassy Rainbow Bridge 7/25/08 With us such a short time, but in our hearts forever.
	Jack Rainbow Bridge 7/2/08 Jack was a little three-legged dog who only weighed 8 lbs, but he was the biggest dog you could ever know. He was all heart. He was only 1 year old and will be loved and missed forever.
	Edgar Rainbow Bridge 1/08 "Edgar (left) joined us at age 13 and went on to live to age 18. He was a one-of-a-kind character and faithful friend with incredible resilience. He knew how to "teach" people about his love for tasty treats and was an expert at evoking smiles and laughter. Edgar blessed our lives with much love and his spirit will always remain in our hearts." —Sarah
	Pugsley Rainbow Bridge 7/07 All of us in Rescue who were lucky enough to know Algy (Pugsley) adored him. When he went to his new forever home, he was in pug glee, he even had his own treat cupboard, where he would knock when he wanted a treat! Thanks to his forever home, the Morrises. We know Algy is now over the Rainbow Bridge, happy and healthy, and no doubt looking out for all of us.
	Kara Rainbow Bridge 1/27/07 Sweet little Kara is in our hearts, and we know she is running and playing in the sunshine, free from pain, happy with our other pug babies who are there.
	Bunny Rainbow Bridge 1/14/07 Precious little girl Bunny came into Seattle Pug Rescue and quickly worked her way into our hearts. She is gone too soon and has left a hole in our world.
	Oliver Rainbow Bridge 11/24/06 Oliver holds a very special place in several of our hearts. He was with us in SPR too short of time before going to the Bridge. He touched all of who were involved with him. Thank you to Karen and Andrew for all the love you gave him.
	Ladybug Rainbow Bridge 5/5/06 Ladybug, your indomitable spirit will continue to inspire all of us, and we know you are at the Bridge, smiling and healthy, watching out for all of us.
	Stella Rainbow Bridge 4/28/06 Stella's forever family says, "She was so special and she brought so much love into our home in such a short time. We will truly miss her."
	Bertie Rainbow Bridge 4/24/06 We will always love you Mr. Squishy.
	MeiMei Rainbow Bridge 2/20/06 A little precious girl, MeiMei was with Rescue just a short time, but we all loved her. She will always be remembered.
	Milo Rainbow Bridge 7/1/05 Milo will always be in the hearts of his forever family, the Westbys.
	Betty Rainbow Bridge 11/16/04 Betty lived a good, long life of 17 years.
	Henri Rainbow Bridge 7/18/04
	Kay Rainbow Bridge 7/2/04 AKA "Granny," she is missed.
	Sweet Lou Pinella Rainbow Bridge 2/22/04
	Angel Rainbow Bridge 2/21/03 Angel was a pug packed with personality and opinion. Now she can breathe free and run and bark to her heart's content.
	Cinderella

Seattle Pug Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.