This is a special section for dogs from or in our rescue who have gone to Rainbow Bridge.
We were lucky enough to adopt Xena (formerly “Jo”) in 2014 from a wonderful foster family who let us take our time and slowly get to know her, including our 5-year-old vizsla, Zeus. She joined our family of four and fit right in. She and Zeus were best pals and grew up adventuring alongside their […]
Xena (Jo) – passed away September 19, 2024 Read More »
Beloved GSP Karley died of old age on August 14 in Santa Fe, NM. We adopted her and her son Tucker in October 2021 as it was hard to find a home for them. Karley was shy and reserved. She liked to wrestle with Tucker and roam in the horse pasture when the donkeys weren’t
Karley – passed away August 14, 2024 Read More »
What can we say about Wally? He arrived at age 9, recovering from heart worm and with a reputation as a very anxious dog. We were only going to be a brief stop as his foster mom was going on vacation. But he slipped seamlessly into our home and our hearts and we asked if
Wally (Wallace) – passed away August 2024 Read More »
Let me tell you a story about loyalty. In September of 2012, my next foster dog, Barley, was placed in my vehicle at the veterinarian’s office. So afraid after what one can only imagine had been a traumatic time in this young pup’s life, she bravely went along for the ride. And oh, what a
Barley – passed away July 15, 2024 Read More »
We lost our sweet Brandy last week and we miss her so much. Brandy was a treasure who just wanted to be our best buddy. She just loved her walks in the park and her naps on the couch and, of course, her snacks. I wish she had more time but I hope we helped
Brandy (Brandy2) – passed away April 2024 Read More »
Camo-Cam-CamoLot NORCAL GSP rescue Sept 2016 Notorious counter surfer when excited Handsome-Regal-Stubborn-Demanding-His Majesty Dog Park ambassador. Drone chaser (what the heck is that bird?) Everyone loved Camo. He pranced when he walked and he turned heads wherever we went. He and Buster had many friends at the dog park and at work that supported the
Camo – passed away March 14, 2024 Read More »
It is with a heavy heart to let you know that Buckshot unfortunately passed away back in October, after a strong battle with cancer. He was truly my baby boy and sunshine, everyone who has a chance to meet him absolutely adored him. He lit up the rooms he came into and was a highlight
Buckshot – passed away October 2023 Read More »
Buddy was 9 years old when we had the good fortune to adopt him. He was so full of life and enthusiasm, always raring to go. He loved to run but never wanted to get far away from us. At home, he ran everywhere, from garage to the house, around the yard, from kitchen to
Buddy (Buddy4) – passed away January 29, 2024 Read More »
We’re sad to tell you that we had to say goodbye to Hans last week. His health had been deteriorating over the past 6 months – he had developed classic signs of dementia and his back legs were failing (physical, as well as neurological). He was a sweet, gentle boy that really opened up in
Honz – passed away August 9, 2023 Read More »
It is with a heavy heart that I let you know Bobby lost his battle with cancer. I adopted him from your organization when he was 3 years old. Next month he would have been 11. I was fortunate to have 8 wonderful years with him!! Once I adopted him, he immediately came to work
Bobby – passed away July 2023 Read More »
Sadly, Belle became very ill in May and passed away in June. Our hearts miss her every single day. Though she was only in our family for a short three years, her spunk, love, and silliness will be with us always. Since she was increasingly near being deaf, we had implemented using signing to direct
Belle (formerly Mabel) – passed away June 2023 Read More »
My sweet friend River passed away on May 5th, 2023. My heart is broken yet overflowing with deep love for this extraordinary wondrous creature named River. He came into my life just shy of 5 years ago via NorCal GSP Rescue. We had an awesome life together. He was both my trail buddy, hiking, jogging,
River (formerly Maxx) – passed away May 5, 2023 Read More »
Samantha and her Brother Max (Maximillion) came to us on 12/2/2020 when their owner could no longer care for them. Ironically this was the actual day of their 12th BDAY, and Matt’s Birthday as well…talk about meant to be! They both quickly settled into the good life with plenty of fun stuff to do, sniff,
Samantha (formerly Samantha2) – passed away May 23, 2023 Read More »
My heart has left my chest on wings today. My baby girl, Gretel, has left us for a better place. One where she will never feel pain again. Where she can sunbathe all day. Where she can chase the birds and never feel her feet tire. Endless treats, smells of coffee and I hope that
Gretel – passed away February 24, 2023 Read More »
I offered to take on Bo as a foster dog knowing he was at least 9 years old and had some health issues including muscle issues that would not get better. Within a month or so of his arrival, we discovered he had cancer, and not the curable kind. I decided that he was a
Bo – passed away February 14, 2023 Read More »
We are just heartbroken. Daisy May was the sweetest girl ever with just your typical, quirky shorthair personality. She was instantly at home with us. She loved our yard, especially when the squirrels and turkeys would come by for a visit. She loved to let me know I wasn’t preparing her meals quick enough! She
Daisy May – passed away February 5, 2023 Read More »
Tre Bien was a fearless and brave little man for the entire 15 years I had him. The first time I met him he barked at me and ran away but he came back and was soon enjoying belly rubs. He had adopted me. Not having the 4th leg in the rear enabled him to
Tre Bien (formerly Tre) – passed away February 8, 2023 Read More »
My sweet sweet Molly, who came to me 3-1/2 years ago as a 9-year-old senior through this group, made her way to the rainbow bridge yesterday. I have never owned a GSP before and I want to think she was unique, but maybe all GSPs are this sweet, kind, and loyal. She was an old
Molly (formerly Maxine) – passed away January 1, 2023 Read More »
On 11/30/2021, Amber came to me. I was not sure about fostering or even adopting a senior dog. I just lost my other GSP tragically and was recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Amber changed my mind but mainly my heart. She came home all lumped up, overweight (close to 70lbs), and full of confusion. Poor
Amber – passed away December 29, 2022 Read More »
With heavy hearts, we said goodbye to Missy in October. We adopted Missy from NorCal GSP Rescue when she was approximately 10 months old and our girls ranged from 2 to 6 years old. Two of our daughters are now in college and the youngest is a junior in high school. They lived with Missy
Missy – passed away October 27, 2022 Read More »
Rheemy was such a good dog = his eyes, so expressive. His bark so high on the octave scale you had to laugh. But he loved his blanket, morning scratch, etc. What he hated was being left alone for a couple of hours. He always greeted me happily, then BARKED loud and long as if
Rheemy (formerly Remmy) – passed away October 2, 2022 Read More »
When we read Dieter’s (formerly Jeter) story in September 2014, we knew we had to immediately foster him. At the time, we had two other dogs. Our senior NorCal GSP Rescue, Ace, who we adopted two years prior at 13, and our rescue Pitbull, Lilly. Dieter was brought into rescue because of a very sad
Dieter (formerly Jeter) – passed away April 2022 Read More »
Max (Maximillion) and his sister Samantha joined Matt and Janelle Schrader’s pack on 12/2/2020. Ironically Matt, Max and Samantha share that date as their birthday! They turned 12yo in 2020. Boone and Crockett welcomed them happily into the pack. Max quickly figured out the lizard chase in the yard!! He even was known to have
Maximillion – passed away March 25, 2022 Read More »
With heavy hearts, we wanted to let you know that our sweet Archer was laid to rest on Thursday evening after fighting off lymphoma for almost 6 months. All the superlatives on his adoption profile were 100% true – he was the sweetest, most gentle boy and had an incredible ability to love and be
Archer – passed away January 20, 2022 Read More »
My dear, sweet Quixote crossed the Rainbow Bridge November 9, 2021. It’s two months later and my heart remains broken as I write his memorial. I fostered Quixote in November, 2018. He was so scared, so sick and so stressed when I picked him up from the shelter – we had no connection at all.
Quixote – passed away November 9, 2021 Read More »
Sadly Rosie had to be euthanized, a result of degenerative myelopathy. She was such a high spirited dog when she was first delivered to us. We were worried we made a mistake. Tearing up dog beds, tomato and strawberry plants. She mellowed out o being a fantastic pet for the 13 years or so we
Rosie (formerly Whole Lotta Rosie) – passed away November 9, 2021 Read More »
Absolutely the best canine companion I have ever had the honor to share life with for 14 years. I have no family nor children as all have passed. Dhani was the love of my life and helped me through some very hard life events. Dhani was an exceptional dog. Everyone who met her, fell in
Dhani (formerly Teal) – passed away November 20, 2021 Read More »
We enjoyed Fletcher (aka: Fletch, Fletchy, Mr. Dog, Señor Dog, Señor Guajolote) for his different lives with us. First, a spry game pointer with the legs to run along with a biker. Next, came the dog that would not leave our side. Then later the stately gentleman that loved his beds. Last, the senior that
Fletcher – passed away July 14, 2020 Read More »
Lucy, formerly Lucille, passed to Rainbow Bridge on November 20, 2021, at age 14. I lay on the floor and gently helo her and spoke softly as her vet sat on the floor with us. My sweet girl had been suffering from old age and major mobility problems, arthritis, breathing difficulty, and multiple benign tumors.
Lucy (Lucille) – passed away November 20, 2021 Read More »
Giles crossed the rainbow bridge last week. Giles loved long hikes in the Tahoe forest and even longer walks on the beach. He loved to snuggle in front of the fireplace, and he thought he may actually be a small lap dog. Once Giles welcomed you into the pack, you were his friend for life.
Giles – passed away October 29, 2021 Read More »
