Guinea Pigs Gone to the Rainbow Bridge |
November 2005 - March 2006 |
It is said that when we lose a friend, there is a new star in the sky at night. On these cold, bleak Winter nights I look up, and through my tears I see the stars of a constellation twinkling in the sky. I hope your spirits run free, dashing and playing in meadows of sweet timothy grass, with cool waters to sip and sweet fruits to nibble and play with. May you have places to explore, treats beyond measure, and cardboard to nibble. To all our gentle beloved piggies, we will always love you. - T. Green, 1996 |
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Cotton and Cottonball
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This is for two of the sweetest most lovable animals I have ever known Cotton and her neice Cottonball. Cotton was taken from me by a URI which took her within hours and her neice Cottonball was born as a "lethal" a genetic problem that claimed her at 2 months. We still love and miss both you girls.
Vincent Ryan, Diana Haight, Kelson Ryan, Veronica Ryan |
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Daisy
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I
can remember when i first saw you and your sister (Pebbles (left)
January 01-September 03) snuggled up in the corner of your cage, you
had just been born without knowing that Bubbles ( (middle)September
00-February 04) was pregnant when i bought her.
I am so upset that you died Daisy, after 5 years of having you in my life! You made me so happy, and we both loved having a cuddle together! You even came on holiday with us quite a few times! But you had a poorly stomach and the vet didnt know what was wrong so you had to stay in hospital for the night, which sadly turned out to be your last night. I came and gave you a last cuddle though and told you how much i loved you and then went to sleep to be with your mummy and sister at the rainbow bridge. I'll always remember you squeaking and you would always have your nose in the food bowl as usual! i'm sure you can ea as much as you want at over the rainbow bridge. We are all missing you so much Daisy, and when we meet again you can stay in my arms forever with your mum Bubbles and sister Pebbles. R.I.P my little
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Smudge
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When we picked Smudge up from the pet shop we knew he was a pig with attitude. He walked away from his brothers and paraded up and down in the most obvious pick me we have ever seen. He died very suddenly on 26th February 2006 having shown no signs of illness until about half an hour before he died.
He was a free range house pig and although our living room was always a mess (hay everywhere) the place is not the same without him. He was a loving little chap who snuggled up next to our feet when we were watching TV. His favourite things were bowls of grass and (oddly) the crust off garlic bread.
Rest in peace little one. We miss you.
Say hello to Rusty for us.
Karen and Mark and Stig the Rat |
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Adam (aka: Adam pig,
guinea pig, pig, the pigness )
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I remember just getting him, there were two pigs in a box, and I picked each one up and made a decision. One looked funny (I liked that) but he was kind of hyper and he bites, so I chose the pig that was soon to become Adam. I was soon glad that I chose him. When I got him he started to chew on the box, this being my first pig, I didn't expect this, it was fun. When I let him out of his cage he would play around and go under the chaise and ottoman. I would make him houses out of cardboard boxes and make doors and he would chew out windows. I would let him make his own tunneling systems under a blanket. He would cuddle up in a comfy pillow or me. He made the cutest sounds.
I will miss him always.
Steve Nelson |
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Harry
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Hard to believe you were only with us 10 days. We just had to have you when we saw you at the pet store. Never seen anything like you. We all loved you immediately, even daddy - the big old guy. You brought a lot of joy to our home for the short time you were here. We don't know why you died, but we were all sad. We took you to the vet and they didn't think anything was wrong. Big dad was sad when you died too. He said he's never seen a cuter little pet. I'm so glad we got pictures of you. We're sorry you died. We miss you Harry. |
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Chinchi
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You left us too soon. We love you so much, dear angel, be sure that you will never be forgotten. We will always have you in our hearts and I know that you are one of the brightests starts in the sky. I often go and look for you. I miss you. Your pappi and I find it difficult to understand that you had to leave us so soon. But we know it was for the better. You were no longer well. We want you to know that we did all we could, but it just was not meant to be. Our hearts are hurting, but all that matters is that you are not in pain. A few days before Chinchi passed away, she became very ill. She would not eat or drink. We fed her by hand and took her to the vet. She was too weak. The vet could feel some lumps in her stomach, but she could not tell for certain what they were. Chinchi was given something for pain, upset stomach and parafine to get the stomach to start working again. But nothing helped. The vet offered to keep her over night, but she was afraight that Chinchi would not make it. I decided to bring her home with me, hoping that the medicines would make her better and that she would start eating bu herself. It was a very hard evening. I held her all night and tried to get as much food and fluids in her as possible. But she did not want to swallow. By morning it was clear that she had given up. I knew what I had to do, but it still was not easy. I took her to the vet that morning, her breathing was so slow. We helped her on her way over the bridge. It was very peaceful and I am glad that I was there with her to the end. You were so young that is why we do not understand what happened. You are no longer hurting. We will never be able to replace you, you were the happiest little pig we ever saw. So cuddly and you loved to give kisses. You were so talkative, we will truly miss that. Don't worry about Pancake, we know how much you cared for, Bubbles is being a very good friend to her and kee her in good spirits. We know they truly miss you as well. We hope you have a wonderful time over the rainbow bridge, I am sure that there are many wonderful piggies to keep you company and plenty of endive and chicory to eat. I know we will see each other again sometime, until then, I will think of you every single day. You are my star in heaven now. Love, Mommy Guinea Pigs' Rainbow Admin |
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Pee Wee
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To our beloved Pee Wee.....For over 4 wonderful years, you made us a family. A hard day at work was always forgotten once we were greeted by your sweet, furry face. And even though your body failed you at the end, your spirit was never diminshed and will live on forever in our hearts. It's been so hard to wake up and not see you waiting patiently for your breakfast, to come home to an empty house every night, to not watch our favorite TV shows together on the bed. But slowly, our sadness is giving way to the happy, loving memories you are responsible for. Through your allowance donations to Tsunami and Hurricane Katrina victims, and a local guinea pig shelter, you have helped so many lives, and you have made a difference in this world. And even in death, the cancer that took you from us is now being studied in hopes of finding a cure for piggies in the future. Making the decision to let you go was the hardest one we've ever made. But you fought so hard for so long, we had to do what was best for you when the battle could not be won and let you go with dignity. We hope that being there with you at the end helped to comfort you in some way. We know that you are at the Bridge now, and we want you to live a happy life with your new friends and family until the day comes when we are reunited. Mommy and Daddy miss you terribly, and we promise to honor your memory in every way possible until that day comes. Thank you for taking such good care of us honey bear. You will always be our little girl, you will always be loved, and you will always be in our hearts. Love, |
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Spike
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My precious Spike was the sweetest, dearest creature that has ever crossed my family's hearts. He loved to snuggle under my chin and sit on my should to watch TV. He never had an accident when he was out of his cage. This precious little creature learned to use a litter box when out and about and would make a chubble-muttering sound as he ran around the house. He made the most wonderful goop, goop sound as he snuggle close to my cheek. This kind and gentle little soul was born with a genetic malocclusion. His tiny little jaw never grew properly and he had many health problems. Despite numerous trips to the the exotic vet and a referral to an exotic specialist for extreme cases our precious little boy is no longer with us. We are going to be receiving a cast of his paw print soon. I never knew how much this tiny little creature would make such an impact on my life. My life will never be the same. I can not mention his name with out crying. My daughter wakes up crying and my husband's heart is breaking as well. In the many years we have been married I have never seen him cry except when Dr. Powers told us that she would perform more surgery on him if we absolutely insisted but that in good faith she did not recommend it. She cried just as hard as we did when we lost him. He was such a good little fellow. He tolerated everything that had been done to him and was still so sweet and loving. God made him speical and precious for a reason. My dear sweet boy has now crossed the rainbow bridge where he is no longer in pain. Even though our hearts are breaking we would not trade the time we had with him for anything in the world. The Allen Family |
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Ralph
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Ralph was named for a favorite
British composer of mine, Ralph Vaughan Williams (my former guinea
pig was named Gus for Gustav Holst). Ralph is deeply missed. He was
a dear friend of mine, and of my family. He had a large cage in the
middle of our house; he was always part of the action. I remember
a day in late summer when I took him outside. We sat together on the
ground as the sun cast our long shadows upon the lawn. He ate grass,
I read. What was once is forever.
I love you Ralph. S. G. Baker |
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Willie
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Willie was a sweet piggie who put up with very rambunctious cage mates Charlie and Salazar, but learned how to stand up to them as well. He loved to perch at the entrance of the cage and look out at the comings and goings of those strange humans. He was also the only pig I've ever known to stand up on his hind paws while waiting for his food. Willie was ailing for a long time, and he will be very missed. Gabriella Turek |
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Poopie Pig
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Poopie Pig, Words cannot describe how much I will miss you. The morning you died a piece of me died too. I had a feeling. Just a notion. I knew it was almost your time. I think you knew too. I picked you up every chance I got over the weekend. Monday morning I heard you moving around. I knew. I got up and with one look I knew. I picked you up and pet you and spoke to you softly. You stretched and couldn't get comfortable. You ran up into my hair. You stretched out again and then it was over. My heart died. You were my Poo Skoo, my baby boy, my Poo Skoo and Seven Guinea Pigs. You were my whole life. Literally. My life revolved around you. Your snackers in the morning, when I got home from work and then right before bed at night. Your huge cage was a crib next to my bed. I knew every movement you made. My routine is now changed. My heart empty. I miss you Poopie. I miss you so much it hurts. I can't stop thinking about you. I can't stop thinking about how cute and loving you were. How you would wake me up in the morning when the alarm clock went off - you were hungry and wanted breakfast. How you would listen when I called you. The pitter patter of your little toes on on the hardwood floors. God I love you. I will miss you Poopie Skoopie. I will never, ever forget or stop loving you. You will always be in my heart. You are my heart and soul and always will be. Until we meet in heaven. Now you are with Babie Girl. Mommy will see you again. When I do I will never let you go. Love, |
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Dreamy
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Dreamy your life was too short and we will miss your purrs and squeaks and always think of you when we eat your favorite string beans.
Jack and family |
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Sara Lee
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Our very old Sara Lee crossed over tonight and she will be missed so much. She was the only piggy we had that would find you if you called her name from another room and climb into your lap if you were sitting on the floor. She wasn't much for other piggy's because she thought she was a vegetarian person. Sigh........................ Jean Weaver |
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Teddy
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My dearest beloved piggy, Teddy, died on Boxing Day 2005. He took a major part of my heart with him.
I was away for Christmas; my Mum was pig-sitting for me. He had been a sickly boy for that past 18 months but he was a miracle piggy. I mean miracle too cause Teddy had been sick for about 18 months; we thought he was going to the Rainbow Bridge at least 6 times; and each time he pulled through. We had to syringe feed him for so many months after repeat teeth surgery; and the day when he first ate food on his own & started to recouperate was a most joyous occasion. However, his passing was unexpected. On 26 December 2005 my Mum had to rush him to the after-hours small animal clinic his stomach was very distended so the vet opened him up under anaesthetic, only to discover a twisted bowel.
The vet rang me and asked permission to give him overdose of anaesthetic as she said there would nothing she could do, and that Teddy would suffer a very painful death if I didnt give her permission to put him to sleep. I could not have my boy suffer but that was the hardest decision Ive ever made. And that fact I was so far away and not able to be with him at the end hurt even more. I had lost my first piggy only 3 years previously, and swore I would not let my next one die alone, in a strange place. I was unable to keep my promise to him.
I was so very bereft at losing Teddy (people say, he was only a guinea pig after all!), but he was my heart & soul. I had him cremated and his remains will be with me for all time. He was long haired coronet, so I had to hair his hair cut so I could also keep that forever, and when I feel the need I run my hands through it.
I thought I was going to die as well . So only one thing I could do .. 3 days later I went straight to the RSPCA and rescued a piggy that had been found wandering the streets.
I love my new piggy, Dougall, very much. He has been a great help/comfort to me coming to terms with Teddys passing. Thank God for pocket piggy pets! Julie J |
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Rudi (AKA. Rude, Rude
the dude, Da Rudi)
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My darling Rudi you where taken
so suddenly one week before your fourth christmas, you played all
day I didn't realise it would be your last you even popcorned I
had no idea you where ill, I went to your cage you where sitting
so still i picked you and back you fell you where so floppy. the
vet told us you had had a stroke, you where just three. you would
sit by the fridge until we fed you your veg. you would sit on you
piggie pillow and watch the simpsons and wheek along to Kyle on
the telly. When we got you your buddy Zubin you loved him so much.
you where charlottes best pet she misses you and looks for you every
day. you got me through some tough times miss you so much. Griffins
with Zubin now but your pictures above their cage rest in peace
my friend miss you everyday |
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Lucy
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You were so very special to us. In your short life, you brought so much happiness to us. You adorned us with your piggy kisses and your beeps and squeaks of pure contentment. You snuggled us for hours, and couldn't possibly have been happier. You were such a dainty little girl when you popcorned...polite as can be. All the pigs liked you and you liked all of them. You endured so many vet visits, pokes, prods, shots, forced-feedings and baths with patience and the determination to live. They said you shouldn't have made it through all that, but you did. You were never scared. They say that cats have nine lives, but we think that Lucy did too. We will love you and miss you forever... Your fellow pig friends, Molly, Emily, Stella, Hannah, and Guinness |
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Jessie
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The most laid back piggie ever. Never went anywhere without stopping to grab a mouthful of food. I knew you were sick on Saturday and on Monday the vet helped you on your way to the Rainbow Bridge. Your sister Tink misses you Jessie, as do all of us. For something so small you leave a huge whole. I know you're skipping from cloud to cloud now in your funny piggie way. Make sure you wait for me Jessie, and I'll bring the parsley with me. Love from |
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Henry
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I rescued Henry from a piggy farm were he was born in a pen with 50 other pigs.I gave him and his brother a good life of love and carrots he will truly be missed.You have wings now fly high my friend I will never forget you my friend. Love mom |
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Moosie
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Moosie, you were my little buddy. We became so close the first time you got sick, and you managed to beat almost every illness that came your way until this last one. You fought off two surgeries, mites, foot infections, and much more. You other piggie friends miss their "Uncle Moosie" very much! It makes me sad to think that when I'm having a bad day I can't go and get kisses from my favorite little guy anymore. The house sounds lonely without your little squeak. Just know that I love you and I'll see you one day, I'm sure you will be up in heaven munching on carrots and you finally will have gotten to eat a real "hot doughnut"! Love, |
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Buster
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I just got my Buster back on 11/14/2005 at about 9:30 pm from a friend that was keeping him, and now I've lost him forever. My Buster died on 11/15/05 shortly after midnight due to malnutrition because he was being fed the wrong food by someone that kept them for me after my mom made me get rid of my piggies. My Alf has been struggling to get his health back and seems ok so far. I got to see Buster one last time before he went to piggy heaven. I held him in my arms until he started to go and then he died while my boyfriend held him. He buried him in the middle of the night for me. He will be missed! Katie Poovey |
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