Author Archive: muriell

The Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called the Rainbow Bridge. When an animal that has been especially close to someone here on earth passes away, that pet goes to the Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends where they can romp and play together. There is plenty […]

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A Rescuer’s Creed

by Susan M Pearson I shall be a believer of all that is good in man and of all that is deserving in animals. I shall plead for their lives, campaign for their safety and uphold their right to a natural death. I shall seek out the injured and the maimed, the unloved, and the […]

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You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed

“… What does that mean, ‘tame’?” “It is an act too often neglected,” said the fox. It means to establish ties.” “‘To establish ties’?” “Just that,” said the fox. “To me, you are still nothing more than a little boy who is just like a hundred thousand other little boys. And I have no need […]

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Do What’s Right

Never, never be afraid to do what’s right, especially if the well-being of a person or animal is at stake. Society’s punishments are small compared to the wounds we inflict on our soul when we look the other way. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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EPIC Reply

The most EPIC reply to the ‘if you don’t treat my pet for free then you don’t love animals’ argument courtesy of Dr. Virginia DeChant: I’m sorry so-and-so, but I cannot help you. You see, I’m one of those veterinarians who only works because I love animals.

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No I Don’t Want to Buy Your Puppy

Courtesy of Cindi Mcneil Regan on Rushton Dog Rescue FB: No, I don’t want to buy your puppy. I am a rescuer. I’ll see him later.

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There are no bad dogs – only bad guardians

from Carole Wall The family’s dog was bought for a guard, chained to a post in a chilly back yard. Housed in a shed that was airless and dark and every few weeks had a run in the park.

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If It Should Be That I Grow Weak

If it should be that I grow weak, And pain should keep me from my sleep Then you must do what must be done, For this last battle cannot be won. You will be sad, I understand; Don’t let your grief than stay your hand For this day more than all the rest, Your love […]

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The Rainbow Bridge Rescuer’s Quilt

Originally seen on Cottage Rescue’s Facebook page in memory of Fay, the burnt Lurcher girl. As I arrived at the Rainbow Bridge, I faced all the animals who had gone there before me. Before each of us go to the Bridge, we live our lives like the squares of a quilt in many piles, mirrored in the […]

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Halloween and Keeping your Pets Safe!

adapted from DSPCA Unfortunately Halloween and the weeks preceding it can be a very distressing time for animals. You may be aware of the terrible incident this September where the dog died as a result of a firework. Whilst cases like that are relatively rare; the Dublin SPCA (and CATalyst!) would like to remind guardians to […]

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I Rescued A Human Today

by Janine Allen Copyright 2010 Rescue Me Dog Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn’t be afraid. As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her […]

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It’s JUST A DOG

From time to time, people tell me,” lighten up, it’s just a dog,” or, “that’s a lot of money for just a dog.” They don’t understand the distance traveled, the time spent, or the costs involved for “just a dog.” Some of my proudest moments have come about with “just a dog.”

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Fostering

Author Unknown  Found on Pets Ireland forum (defunct) There I sat, alone and afraid, You got a call and came right to my aid. You bundled me up with blankets and love. And, when I needed it most, you gave me a hug. I learned that the world was not all that scary and cold. That […]

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Disposable?

I was born in the summer a few years ago; Quite why I was born I never will know. Some folks owned my mother; decided to breed No reason I know of except for their greed. I know I was hungry, I know I was cold And they sold me quite early, at just five […]

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A Pet’s Ten Commandments

1. My life is likely to last 10-23 years … Any separation from you is likely to be painful. 2. Give me time to understand what you want of me. 3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. 4. Don’t be angry with me for long and don’t lock me up […]

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