Bless you. My beagle, Roscoe, died in 12/01, my cat, Merle, in 1/02 and then my shepherd mix in 9/02. Both dogs had full lives and although it was sad when they died, they were at peace. This was given to me after Roscoe died and I thought you might appreciate it.
Dog's In Heaven
An old man and his dog were walking down this dirt road with fences on both sides, they came to a gate in the fence and looked in, it was nice grassy, woody areas, just what a 'huntin' dog and man would like, but it had a sign saying 'no trespassing' so they walked on.
They came to a beautiful gate with a person in white robes standing there. "Welcome to Heaven," he said. The old man was happy and started in with his dog following him. The gatekeeper stopped him. "Dogs aren't allowed, I'm sorry but he can't come with you." "What kind of Heaven won't allow dogs? If he can't come in, then I will stay out with him. He's been my faithful companion all his life, I can't desert him now." "Suit yourself, but I have to warn you, the Devil's on this road and he'll try to sweet talk you into his area, he'll promise you anything, but, the dog can't go there either.
If you won't leave the dog, you'll spend Eternity on this road." So the old man and dog went on. They came to a rundown fence with a gap in it, no gate, just a hole. Another old man was inside. "Scuse me Sir, my dog and I are getting mighty tired, mind if we come in and sit in the shade for awhile?" "Of course, there's some cold water under that tree over there. Make yourselves comfortable." "You're sure my dog can come in? The man down the road said dogs weren't allowed anywhere." "Would you come in if you had to leave the dog?" "No sir, that's why I didn't go to Heaven, he said the dog couldn't come in. We'll be spending Eternity on this road, and a glass of cold water and some shade would be mighty fine right about now. But, I won't come in if my buddy here can't come too, and that's final.
" The man smiled a big smile and said "Welcome to Heaven." "You mean this is Heaven? Dogs ARE allowed? How come that fellow down the road said they weren't?" "That was the Devil and he gets all the people who are willing to give up a life long companion for a comfortable place to stay. They soon find out their mistake, but, then it's too late. The dogs come here, the fickle people stay there.
GOD wouldn't allow dogs to be banned from Heaven. After all, HE created them to be man's companions in life, why would he separate them in death?" Without Dogs In Heaven, It Would Be Hell
Author Unknown
From: SuzySushi Mar-16 12:25 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (3 of 123)
{{{{{{Diane & MacTavish}}}}}}
I'm so sorry. MacTavish had a long and happy life, and the best possible owner. I know you feel you lost a good friend. Blessings on both of you.
I agree with Shelby... surely if there is a Heaven, MacTavish is smiling down on you from there right now.
From: Bessie Smith: Laker Grrrrrl!! (BESSIESMIT1) Mar-16 1:47 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (4 of 123)
((((Diane)))) ((((MacTavish))))
From: smadronia Mar-16 2:03 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (5 of 123)
(((Diane and MacTavish))))) My heart goes out to you. May MacTavish find happy days playing at the Rainbow bridge while he waits for you to join him.
From: CATHRYN Mar-16 3:46 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (6 of 123)
Oh Diane, I am so sorry for your news. I always enjoyed hearing about this dear dog and loved the pictures. I just wish all animals could have as happy a life as he did.
From: Therese (AARONWOOD1) Mar-16 4:37 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (7 of 123)
Oh Diane I am so sorry for your loss. I know you must feel heartbroken but at least you can take comfort in that it was peaceful for him. Vale MacTavish, You were greatly Loved.
(((Diane)))
From: Spay (SPAYPET) Mar-16 5:05 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (8 of 123)
DIANE-
Well, I'll pray for both of you if that's ok. I know what it's like to lose a pet. I'm thinking of you.
From: BECKY4201 Mar-16 5:14 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (9 of 123)
Oh Diane, I am so sorry, he was such a beautiful boy.
From: Kelly (CLOUDBURST2) Mar-16 5:37 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (10 of 123)
Oooh Diane. (((((Hugs))))) I'm so sorry.
From: KissMeKate (SATURNWRECK) Mar-16 5:46 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (11 of 123)
I am so very sorry, Diane.
From: JEROMEMCK Mar-16 6:18 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (12 of 123)
I am truly sad for you.
Some years ago I had a dog who I took over from my brother when had couldn't care for her. When I had to make the decision to put her to sleep it was one of the hardest things I ever did.
Jerry
From: ~*Kate*~ (KIDDIEGIRL) Mar-16 7:45 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (13 of 123)
I am so sorry Diane. *Big Hugs*
From: MiddleGA Mar-16 8:01 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (14 of 123)
You have my prayers and my condolences for your loss.
Jon
From: sgtpepper (REU1) Mar-16 8:50 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (15 of 123)
I'm not a praying man, but my heart does go out to you. I've been through it many times, and am about to go through it again. You seem to be at peace with your loss, but it no doubt hurts like crazy anyway. We're all thinking of you, Diane.
--Rich
From: BlooJai Mar-16 9:02 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (16 of 123)
*BIG HUGZ* I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. :(
From: Georgiann (GEORGIANNJ) Mar-16 9:27 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (17 of 123)
So very sorry to hear about this, but happy, too, that he went peacefully.
From: DC1966 (ANITA541) Mar-16 9:43 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (18 of 123)
Diane,
So sorry to hear about Mc Tavish. I know he will be missed.I will say a special prayer for him.
From: Mindy the Minperson (MELINDA103) Mar-16 9:53 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (19 of 123)
dear sweet friend,
my heart is broken for you and for your loss. i know my dear spotster is welcoming him at the bridge - she always liked big lovable dogs. she'll find him a nice sunny place to rest and smell the fresh air.
rest well, mactavish.
From: Whew (KELZ1) Mar-16 11:55 am
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (20 of 123)
Diane-
I am so sorry for your loss. (((Diane and McTavish)))
From: Kim (SONGSEEKER) Mar-16 12:29 pm
To: Lady Diane (DIANEHEATHER) (21 of 123)
Oh ((((((((Diane)))))))) I am so terribly sorry. Please don't hestitate to ask if there's anything I can do to help you through this. MacTavish will be in my prayers and you will be too.
