Bowser ~ Called God and asked for a Ride up to the Rainbow Bridge on 5/24/2007 [Archive]

Cinder & Smoke

05-24-2007, 04:27 AM

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Bowser ~ Called God and asked for a Ride up to the Rainbow Bridge on 5/24/2007;
Meets First Dad (Zippy-Kat's GranPaw) on January 30, 2008

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Hi God ~

Bowser here ...

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I hate ta bother Ya, but kuld you send the Silver Klowd Express down here to the Ranch ... One ta Go. Tonite would be just *phine* ... kuz there's never gonna be a "good tyme" ta say G-Bye.

I'll meet Ya inna hallway - Dad will be *stroking* my head ...

Thanks fur keepin things "quiet" this last week ... I sure dint wanna *stress* New Dad wiff worrying about me ... but there just wuz no *fixin* allua worn out parts.
I know Dad anna Docs all tried ... and Hey - I dun purdy well till a week ago!Dad wuz *impressed* when I hopped up the front steps today wiffout any help;
then skipped across the porch an lay down watchin the pond anna geese.

And OH, Boy, was dinner *Yummie* tonite!
I played da kards rite again like Sunday ... ignored the Steak-inna-Kan; ignored the Krunchies drowned in Beef Broth; held out for the Final Offer!Worked like a charm - Dad dug out a Humongous Chickin Breast an plopped it onna George's Grill ... YUMMMMIE!

Doesn't seem like only TWO Years here atta Ranch ... tyme flies. But what a
*PHUNN* Tyme it's been ... GREAT bunch a Howze-Mates & Siblings - Cinder, SmokeyMutt, and even Boots da KAT, tossed out da Welcome Mat on Day #1.

An allua Pet Talk Pups I met at Findlay ... wish I coulda waited till after Sunday ...
but I'd rather be remembered as the Happy, Fluffie, FurBall wiffa BIG *Smile* than
the old grump that didn't feel so hot. Have a Bisquit on ME, Gang!

So many Happie Tails ... Hikin in the Big Lake Parks; Swimmin in the Lakes;
Bus Rides - I went a LOTTA Places in two years; OberNites down at Unka Pat &
Miz Joan's Place wiff Cali playin Host ... wish I kudda said G-Bye to them ...
but we had a nice visit last Friday afternoon at their Howze.

An Speschul THANKs to Miz Zippy-Kat, from New Messico! Wiffout HER Help,
I'd prolly sill be locked up in da Webster County (WV) JAIL - wonderin where First Dad went.
So glad I gotz to see her last year!

I'll send a Note down to New Dad aftur I get settled in atta Bridge ...
words are a lil hard to come by just now. Tell him I 'preciate
not being rushed off to da 'Mergency Room -
no phunn seein a strange Doc when ya just wann go ta sleep.

OK ... it's Tyme ta Go ...

Hey Dad ... come sit beside me here inna hall ...
gimmie a {{{HUG}}} an then a rub 'tween the earbonez ...
I'm gonna take a nap ... I'll meet you at The Bridge ...
Love ya, Dad ...

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Dear God ~

Please give Bowser, our Favorite Lil Brudder, a smooth ride to The Bridge.
We're all gonna so *miss* him.
We commit his Happy Soul to Your eternal care ... may he be as
Happy in Heaven as he was with us down here on the Ole Durt Ball.

With ALL our LOVE,
/s/ Cinder, Smokey, and Boots da Kat
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Dear God ~

THANK You for allowing Bowser into my Heart and my care.

I've tried to make his time here with us as Happy and Pleasant as possible.

I'm especially Grateful that You allowed him to say G-Bye on His Terms ... Going to Sleep,
at Home with Friends at his side, and a favorite HandPaw on his head ... Thanks, God.

Please send a gentle {{{God'sHug}}} to First Dad / GranPaw ~ Let him know that he
raised a FINE lil Pup ... who did him Proud.

And another {{{God'sHug}}} to Tonya / Zippy-Kat ~ don't fret, lil Girl ... he'll meet you
at the Bridge with his Fluffie Tail *waving* for all it's worth!

Here he is God ~~~ Take GOOD Care of him for me.

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GodSpeed, Dear Bowser Boy!

I hope you know how much I've Loved You, and am going to *miss* you! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif

I've always worried about who was going to be First at The Bridge ...
I guess You won the race ... but you did have Senioriety. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

Take Care, Bub ... Enjoy your Retirement ~ you've earned it.

Pick out a Nice Spot on The Bridge - big enough for ALL of us ---
we'll all met you up there ~~~ One *Phine* Day.
Be sure you're *waving* that Fluffie Tail.

{{{HUGS}}}, Bowser ...

With ALL My Love,

/s/ New Dad (aka da Bus Driver)

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Bowser's Rescue Tail in pictures ... His ShutterFly Album >>>
(Sorry; attempting to locat a "clickable" address to his album ...)

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critter crazy

05-24-2007, 04:40 AM

Awww.....I am so sorry. Play hard at the Rainbow Bridge Bowser.

jenluckenbach

05-24-2007, 05:05 AM

I am SO sorry for your loss. :( RIP Bowser, you will be missed.

Pawsitive Thinking

05-24-2007, 05:09 AM

:( LES :( Safe journey to the Bridge dear Bowser

Karen

05-24-2007, 05:34 AM

Oh, dear. Well, old man, I hope you enjoyed the ride to the Rainbow Bridge. So glad you were loved and cared for the last couple years after the rescue, and that you got extra hugs from Tonya last you met. Rest in peace, now, dear boy. Plenty of sniffs to follow up there at the Bridge I am sure, and then go find my Sheba, and all the beloved dogs of Pet Talk - they'll have tales to share and know where all the treats are stored.

Alysser

05-24-2007, 05:41 AM

:( Aw, Bowser, I had no clue you were sick. I am so sorry for your loss.. :( RIP sweet boy.

WELOVESPUPPIES

05-24-2007, 05:54 AM

LES, RIP sweet Bowser.

DrKym

05-24-2007, 06:37 AM

Hugs and prayers Phred. RIP Bowser.

Pam

05-24-2007, 06:40 AM

cyber-sibes

05-24-2007, 06:45 AM

:( Peaceful journey, sweet, Bowser. You'll have lots and lots of other PT pups there to greet you & show you around the place. And you'll be motoring around on four good legs again, buddy. We'll all wave "hi" to ya this weekend at the pic-nic, I know you'll be watching from that silver cloud! I'm so glad I got to know you, little guy. Look in on the bus driver dad and your siblings, and Tonya, too.
Big (((hugs)))), Phred. :( What a beautiful tribute.

Vela

05-24-2007, 07:05 AM

Aww Phred I'm so sorry it was his time to go. You gave him such a great life. It was always so nice to see the stories and hear about him. As much as you will miss him, I'm sure he will be missing you too. Prayers to you and those left here to comfort your hearts.

anna_66

05-24-2007, 07:15 AM

Sweet Bowser,

I remember meeting you the first time at The Great American Mutt Show (I think it was the only time Bon was nice to you :rolleyes: )
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I thought you were one of the cutest, furriest, fluffiest little guys I'd ever met. You were so sweet and seemed to just "fit" into your new family, like a perfect puzzle piece.

I'm going to miss those beautiful eyes of your sweet guy.
Run through those RB fields on 4 good legs with all the other PT pups and if you don't mind find my two, Keisha & Angus and tell them mommy sends hugs and kisses.

You will be missed...

R.I.P. Bower
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Phred, you and the gang gave that guy the best two years of his life. I'm sure he couldn't have asked for a better bus driver and mate.
Lots of (((HUGS))) being sent to you.

Love Anna

Fett

05-24-2007, 07:17 AM

:( Bowser was always one of my favorite dogs with his "marble eyes". He will be missed at the Findlay gatherings. So sorry, Phred. :(

pitc9

05-24-2007, 07:26 AM

:(
OMG... Phred... I'm so sorry Bowser was called to the bridge.
:(
It's hard to see through the tears right now.

You made the last 2 years of his life his best and he'll never forget that.
I'm glad I was able to meet Bowser at the Husky Hike last year, and I'm sorry I won't get to see him again this weekend.

He'll all better now, running like a pup again.

Many many {{HUGS}} to you Phred.
We'll all celebrate his life this Sunday at the park!

Cincy'sMom

05-24-2007, 07:40 AM

Phred, I got your email and am just sitting here in shock. I knew he was having his problems, but you just never think that time will come.

Bowser certainly gave us all some laughs and great stories over the past two years. I glad I got the cahnce to know him. His sweet face will be missed this weekend and always.

Rachel

05-24-2007, 07:42 AM

I can barely breath because of the sobs which eminate from deep within me.
Bowser was blessed to have spent these last years at The Ranch. The love and care shown by his housemates and new dad were beyond what any dog could have dreamt possible. He gave us a few scares along the way with his adventures in the neighborhood but also gave his appreciation and love in return.

Bowser, you were so dear to us and I know there will be a deep void left in the hearts of those who love you. You represent the epitomy of so many efforts on your behalf and why it was all worth it. We will never forget you nor those whose lives you touched.

K9soul

05-24-2007, 07:56 AM

Dear Phred, your tribute moved me to tears. You were Bowser's special guardian angel on Earth when he was in a hopeless situation, and now he will be your very special furry angel from above to watch over you, Cinder, Smokemutt and Boots.

Bowser, what a wonderful, adventure filled life you lived with two wonderful human dads that loved you deeply. I bet you are running through sunny green fields with all the other young and healed furry ones, your tongue lolling, tail a-wagging and eyes laughing. You will certainly be missed down here sweet boy. :(

((hugs)) to you Phred

Sudilar

05-24-2007, 08:02 AM

Phred tears are streaming down my face. Your tribute to Bowser touched me deeply. I remember Bowser's story from Day One. I know it must have seemed like a fairy tale for him to come live with you and Cinder, Smokey and Boots at the ranch. You made a very special difference in his life and we all thank you for that. When it was time for him to go you let him go lovingly.

Bowser, we all wish you happy trails at the Bridge and I know there is an ever increasing number of PT dogs who have gone before who have already greeted you. Tonya big (((hugs))) to you too.

Well said, Pam.
Tears streaming down my face....can't see to type anymore......
Dear Bowser, RIP, dear boy......go find Killi and Shi and all of the other PT furangels......it will be a big, loveable group......run painfree again.....

Aww, Phred, I am so sorry. My heart goes out to you.......

zippy-kat

05-24-2007, 08:21 AM

I will revist this thread but for now, I want to thank Phred a million times over for providing him with the best two years of his life. {{a million hugs, dear friend}}

Rest sweetly my childhood buddy, rest sweetly. :(

AdoreMyDogs

05-24-2007, 08:32 AM

Phred you have an amazing way with words. You have me in tears here. You did an amazing thing by rescuing Bowser and he'll always be your angel because of it. I'm so sorry to hear that Mr. Bowser had to take his trip up to the Rainbow Bridge, but I'm so glad he had such a good retirement with you. He got to appreciate life and live as a dog deserves to live. Bowsers time with you was short, but it was packed full of enough love to last a lifetime.

Rest in peace, Bowser, you most special boy. Please say hi to my boy Graham, and have yourself a wonderful time at the bridge.

*sniff*

Love,

Leslie

Aspen and Misty

05-24-2007, 08:35 AM

Oh Phred, my heart is breaking for you. I know that my heart is breaking and tears are streaming down my face for this sweet boy. I am so sorry for your loss, but it was the old boys time. What a sweet guy, I really wish I could have met him.

He was lucky to have you in his last years.

Ashley

Ginger's Mom

05-24-2007, 08:38 AM

Oh wow, I am bawling my eyes out at my desk (I sure am glad I bought in a new box of tissues on Monday). Phred, Cinder, Smokey, and Boots, I am so sorry for your loss. Your house will be a bit emptier now, but I know that your hearts will not be. You were all wonderful to take this special little boy in, and he was lucky to have been loved and accepted by all of you. Phred, your efforts and love have definitely made a difference in the last two and a half years of his life, and I am sure there is no other way he would have wanted it to end than to have some quiet alone time with such a special man. {{{Giant Hugs}}} to all of you.

I cannot stop crying. Play hard at the bridge sweet Bowser.

wolf_Q

05-24-2007, 08:42 AM

I am so sorry to hear this news. :( Bowser was a very sweet boy, I'm glad I was able to meet him.

Have a nice time up at the bridge little guy, with all of the other PT pets, we'll all miss you. :(

{{Hugs}}

k9krazee

05-24-2007, 09:30 AM

LES :(

Bowser's story was one of the first I remember when I joined PT and even though I never got the chance to meet him I still feel as if I have. Phred, what a wonderful tribute to the special boy! Bowser, run your heart out little guy, say hi to my Simba for me, will ya?

Logan

05-24-2007, 09:36 AM

The family that always prays for all of us and our pets and our families has lost one of their own. :( I cannot tell you how sorry I am that he is gone, but thank you for loving him and for allowing him to go on his own terms. What a peaceful, loving picture I have in my head of Bowser's last night on Earth. Just beautiful. I'm going to pray for you and Bowser, Phred. I hope his transition to heaven, where there are so many wonderful, new friends, waiting, was smooth. And I hope your heart can feel good in that you did your absolute best for this boy.

Tonya, my thoughts and prayers are with you, too. It was a wonderful thing that you two teamed up to do for this boy and I don't think any of us will ever forget that adventure and the effort it took to pull it off.

Logan

cloverfdx

05-24-2007, 09:42 AM

Rest easy old boy :(. Phred and Tonya i am so very sorry {{hugs}}.

finn's mom

05-24-2007, 10:00 AM

Bowser couldn't have found a better place to call home for the last couple years. Your post is lovely, and I really sense that Bowser was ready to go. Please say hi to my Bruno when you're up there, Bowser.

lizbud

05-24-2007, 10:19 AM

I am so sorry. :( :( Bowser was the sweetest little guy & I'm so glad
I got to meet him at the park. I know he was so happy to have a great
home with you guys at the ranch. He will be missed for sure. :(

Rest In Peace Bowser.

p.s. Thanks for posting that beautiful picture of Bowser.

Freckles

05-24-2007, 10:32 AM

I'm so sorry, Phred, but I'm glad you were with Bowser at the end. Remember the good times.

shais_mom

05-24-2007, 10:48 AM

I knew when my phone rang @ 3:00am that whoever was calling me that the news wasn't good. :(
Bowser you were such a special little fluffy boy loved near and far. You couldn't have asked for a better home since you couldn't be with Granpa. Someday when the pain eases a bit for NewDad I know you will send him a little sign to let him know that you are indeed well, healthy, happy and BOUNCING everywhere.
I know that the granma you never met plus several others and all of Phred's furkidz before you and several of PT's own met you @ the gate of the bridge to give you a warm welcome. I know that Karen's Cody ushered you right to your family.
We will miss you very very much, but both of your dadz will see you again someday.....
we love you Bowsie Boy....
Staci and Keegan

ramanth

05-24-2007, 10:54 AM

LES BIG TIME. :( :( :(

Oh Phred, you gave Bowser a great two years. We'll miss that little guy. *HUGS*

shais_mom

05-24-2007, 10:59 AM

I'm so glad we were able to make THIS happen.....

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and this too
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Cataholic

05-24-2007, 11:36 AM

I cannot express to you in words how very sorry I am to hear of Bowser's trip to the bridge. Was it time? Prolly past time. You gave Bowser the best possible life anyone could. A second home. A second chance. I can only imagine that love flowing from Bowser to you was equal to the love flowing from you to Bowser.

Many special prayers being sent, to carry Bowser to the RB, to the pups and kat still with you, and for you, dear, dear, Phred.

Love,
Johanna

pitc9

05-24-2007, 11:45 AM

The family that always prays for all of us and our pets and our families has lost one of their own. :(

Amen!

I finally made it back to finish reading your beautiful post Phred, I was crying far too hard this morning to finish reading it.

Oh... Bowser was loved by so many people!
You are just as lucky to have had him in your life as he was to have you in his.

{{Hugs}} to you also Tonya.

gini

05-24-2007, 11:46 AM

When I read your email this morning my own reaction was to break out in uncontrolable sobs. And that old wave of grief gripped me as though it was my own that had been lost.

In a way, Bowser did belong to all of us. Phred from the very first time you heard about Bowser and your incredible trip to rescue him, I think all of us fell in love with him. "yes, we are going to find Bowser a good home".........we all privately laughed at that, because it was clear that Bowser DID have a new home and he wasn't going anywhere.

You should be so proud of yourself, you gave this elderly gentleman a great life filled with fun and adventure for the final years of his life. He must be running around telling everyone at the Rainbow Bridge his good fortune in being adopted by such a wonderful man.

My heart breaks for you and Tonya as well. It is a huge loss and it will take some time to settle into the reality.

I give you the biggest hug possible..........I really wish that I could.

Love, Gini

My Peanuts

05-24-2007, 11:55 AM

I'm so very sorry.

Bowser is such a handsome guy.

RIP Bowser. :(

Christiansmommy

05-24-2007, 11:58 AM

I am so sorry to read that Bowser passed on. I had followed the Bowser stories from way back when, even if I didn't reply. He was always a favorite of mine here on pettalk. What a sweet dog.

Well, you made his last few years full of life and i am sure he will always be grateful for you being his angel in disguise. Thank you for taking him in and allowing him to share in your life and Cinder and Smokeys.

My goofy boy Dale is up there and I am sure he welcomed Bowser with lots of sloppy licks :) I wish I could watch them play up there, I can think of what it must be like for them at the Bridge, everyday must be beautiful. Enjoy those streets of gold Bowser, you will be fondly missed.

Glacier

05-24-2007, 12:09 PM

Bowser was a lucky dog. Not many seniors find a such a perfect home late in their lives. It takes a special kind of person to adopt an animal knowing they will leave sooner rather than later. I'm glad Bowser found that kind of person and sorry he didn't get more time with his "new Dad".

Godspeed Bowser. Rest well, little fella.

I'm so sorry for your loss, Phred. Hugs and prayers for your hurting heart.

Husky_mom

05-24-2007, 12:15 PM

I can´t even start saying how sorry I am Bowser is not among us anymore......I´m so sad.......

I had to take breaks from reding the thread as my face turned red and my tears seemed to flow endlessly.......... I never knew him and now never will, but let me tell you Phred...... I cried and still are, if I had met him, more like if he was one of my own....... beautiful words spoken......

Bowser buddy, you sure did got into my heart as I feel my heart is being ripped.....and that happens when you love and care for someone and that someone was YOU.......play hard atta bridge lovely boy!!

Phred, my deepest condolences and my greatest admiration for caring and loving and being the wonderful home to an amazing soul.......you sure gave him his best time...........((hugs))

Miss Z

05-24-2007, 12:22 PM

Aw, I'm so sorry to hear of Bowser's passing. He had a wonderful life with you and I'm sure he appreciated it very much. RIP Bowser. :(

shais_mom

05-24-2007, 12:24 PM

I know that PT's very own Corrina was there with the other grandmas waiting with open arms for Bowser to welcome him to his final home....

lbaker

05-24-2007, 12:29 PM

I can not cry and type at the same time. I will have to reply again when I am home and not at work. You know how many hearts are heavy today with prayers and love for you and all you stand for my dear friend :(

4 Dog Mother

05-24-2007, 12:36 PM

Oh, Phred, I am so sorry! I can't believe Bowser is gone. He will be sorely missed by all of us - I am surprised to find it was only two years you had him - it seems like much longer that he has been a part of the PT family. It will be very sad not to see him on Sunday with Smoke and Cinder on their three way leash tied to the tree at the shelter overseeing the cooking of burgers, hot dogs etc. Or see his slow meandering gate as he takes his time walking around the dog park too dignified to get caught up in the antics of the younger dogs.

You have indeed been a hero to an old dog who needed a home to go "home" from. Not many people would go the the lenghts you did to "save" him and give him such a loving home in doing so.

RIP Bowser!

Killearn Kitties

05-24-2007, 12:37 PM

I can't tell you how sorry I am that you have lost Bowser. :(

Thank you so much for giving him his wonderful final years, and for giving all of us the chance to know him. I will certainly never forget the effort and adventure of rescuing Bowser, or the stories he told us.

Rest in peace sweet Bowser. An awful lot of people loved you, Tonya and Phred most particularly. Perhaps you can look after them now.

Pawla

05-24-2007, 01:08 PM

I am so sorry. I have tears streaming down my face! :(

luvofallhorses

05-24-2007, 01:13 PM

Oh no! :( I am so very sorry Phred. you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
(((HUGS))) you gave him the best 2 years of his life. he was a gorgeous pup.

Lady's Human

05-24-2007, 01:27 PM

Sorry to hear about your loss, Phred. :(

Vermontcat

05-24-2007, 02:15 PM

I'm so sorry to hear that Bowser has gone to the RB. :(
His rescue story is one of my favorite Pet Talk stories.
Sending out hugs for Phred and Tonya.

Queen of Poop

05-24-2007, 02:15 PM

Ok, I've looked at this thread 4 times already and each time I'm sent off in tears. So this time I'm just here to post and run. Your tribute is so darn touching and well written, I've never cried so much for an animal I never met for real. Clearly you had a lot of love for Bowser and he for you. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss.

Bowser, sweetie, now that you're at the Bridge and feeling fine, take a minute to look up my sweet Sami girl. She was my very own first doggie and she left me 3 years ago. She'll be fun for you to hang with.

More tears, gotta go!

florida-4

05-24-2007, 02:23 PM

what a lovely write up you have done for your baby, its lovely. Just shows how much you thought of him too.

Sevaede

05-24-2007, 03:48 PM

R.I.P. sweet ol' Bowser. :( So sorry we never got to meet. *head scritchies*

SadiesDad

05-24-2007, 04:01 PM

Oh Phred...

I was so sad to hear the news, but know that the best way to go anywhere, from the dog park, to friend's howses, to the RB, is to be with with the ones you love. I can only hope that the tough times are so quickly replaced by the great memories of a special guy.

Big Hugs, and prayers for all of the phamily.

Ralph (SadiesDad)

slick

05-24-2007, 04:33 PM

Mz Gini directed me to this thread earlier and when I first read it the tears flowed freely. I can't imagine how painful that must have been for your Phred but I believe that letting them go is the last wonderful loving thing we can do for our pets. Big {{{hugs}}} to you and to Mz Zippy.

God speed Bowser and I look forward to meeting you one fine day. :( :(

catmandu

05-24-2007, 05:11 PM

Bowser had his wings now and is having Mealoaf with Suasages at the Whistling Walrus Pub. Thats one of the most touching letter that I have ever read and I know that Regis and Bosco Dog Angels are his Buddies now.
And its only temporary you will see Bowser again and will he have stories to tell and places to share.
One Fine Day.

dukedogsmom

05-24-2007, 06:08 PM

Oh Phred, I'm so sorry. I can't read this right now because I'm at work and don't want to be reduced to a blubbery mess. My heart breaks for you. I'm so glad that you gave Bowser some happy times. And all that trouble you took to get him. I know you meant the world to him. Duke will take the best care of him until you meet up again. LES anyway :(

sandragonfly

05-24-2007, 06:53 PM

RIP bowser. :( may you rest entirety.

RobiLee

05-24-2007, 07:00 PM

Oh Phred, I just don't know what to say. I am shocked and sitting here in tears. Bowser was such a cute and sweet little guy and I'm so lucky that I got to meet him. I'm so sorry, Phred.

God Speed, Bowser.

Bengalz

05-24-2007, 08:20 PM

Phred, what a sad time for you and your furkids. I am so sorry Bowser had to leave so soon. Thank you for making his last couple of years special and so very memorable. You will always be in his heart as he will be in yours.

Bowser, you were a very special boy and all who knew you loved you. Rest easy and drop in for a visit now and then - there are some needy folks around here who want to know you're OK. Rest in Peace sweetie and thank you for making our lives better with your presence.

Hugs, Betty

Taz_Zoee

05-24-2007, 08:23 PM

When I first joined PT I stumbled across the old thread about how Bowser came to be with Phred. That's one of the main stories that got me hooked on PT. It showed what people will do to help save an animal.
Thank you Phred for giving Bowser all the love he deserved in his last two years.
RIP Bowser. :(

crow_noir

05-24-2007, 09:22 PM

*HUGS*

Fare the well Bowser.

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

05-24-2007, 09:38 PM

It is with heavy heart that I type these words. I now know I've been away from PT for too long, and am so sorry that it is the death of such a dear doggy friend that brings me back.

Phred, I am so very sorry. :(

Bowser, I am so glad I was able to meet you in person. You were a bit of trouble for New Dad when you first arrived, but I know he really didn't mind any of it and was just glad to be able to help. Yes, we all knew you weren't going anywhere - find you a new home, yeah right, why would you need a new home when you were now in the best home you could ever hope for? ;) :( Be sure to remember to send a message home to da bus driver so he knows you arrived at RB safely. He and the rest of the clan are going to miss you so very much. :( :(

{{{hugs}}} to you, Phred, and you too Tonya. You have both lost a dear friend and like others here, I hope the pain is quickly replaced by warm memories. :(

joycenalex

05-24-2007, 09:48 PM

phred, i am so glad bowser knew such love. i am sorry you are knowing such loss now. kindest regards, joyce in columbus

zippy-kat

05-24-2007, 10:45 PM

I talked to Phred tonight and we shared a few tears, a few laughs, a few fond memories of Mr. Happy Fluffie Tail.

The "tail" of Bowser is one of friendship, compassion, kindness, and love.... for fellow humans, for our furry friends. I am so very thankful for "The Bus Driver" and his willingness to open his heart and home to an older guy down on his luck. {{hugs dear friend, many many hugs}}

I am also so very thankful for the many PTers who pitched in with the "Thank You, Phred" box. {{Thank you a million times over.}}
~~~~~~~~~~

Bowser, I hope by now you've been restored to the playful puppy I remember from my childhood. I'm so very glad that I got to see you (and your "New Dad") last fall. Here's to many "hunts" and "hikes" in the hills of Heaven. Please look for Sophie (she's probably in one of the many parsley patches), Tom and ButterScotch (remember them? they met you a few times); send them all a *slurp* for me.

I love you, lil' guy.
~~~~~~~~~~

:( Through teary eyes, I thank Phred, thank PT, and thank God once again for the out-pouring of love on a small, fluffy doggie with a waving tail and an endless smile.

Scooter's Mom

05-24-2007, 10:48 PM

I am still new (I've only been around a few months) but wanted to say how sorry I am that Bowser had to go to the bridge. I do not know the story of how you and Bowser became buddies, but it is so apparant that you loved each other tremendously.

Rest peacefully, sweet Bowser.

Lilith Cherry

05-24-2007, 11:06 PM

Good bye Bowser! You were a wonderful doggie and we will all miss you!

Hugs to you Phred and lots of kudos for making Bowser a loved member of your family.

cmayer31

05-24-2007, 11:28 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss Phred.

K9karen

05-25-2007, 12:32 AM

Even with my yappity mouth, there are times that I can't express fully how deeply sad I am, for your loss Phred. Bless you forever for taking in such a deserving pup into your life and on to the Ranch. Although 2 years wasn't long enough, you gave the fluffy, smiling boy, a happy, exciting and loved life. Thank you for keeping him comfortable in your loving arms when his time came.

I don't even have to reread his arrival story, I remember it so clearly. I was in awe of you and the events you went through.

Have a safe trip to the Bridge, fuzzbucket. Thanks Staci for remembering my Cody as the official Bridge Watcher and Caretaker. I know already that he's taking special care of Bowser and watching over him while he plays and runs with all our babies.

Blessings on you, my "Toots" and Tonya. You done good.

captain

05-25-2007, 12:58 AM

Phred,
Please let me reach out across the miles and give you a HUGE hug.

It was with such a heavy heart that I opened this thread, because I knew I would be in tears reading your special tribute, a tribute only you could write.
What a wonderful, wonderful thing you did taking Bowsie in, and giving him the most wonderful two senior years of his life.

Zippy - I am so sorry you lost your childhood pupper, but I know you were so glad that he found a beautiful home with Phred.

I am so sorry I never got to meet you Bowser, but I "met" you through your Dad's loving words, and act of kindness.

Play pain free at the Bridge darlin boy, the world seems a sadder place today without you in it.

{{{{hugs}}}} to you Phred.

Love
Michelle

Kfamr

05-25-2007, 05:51 AM

How heartbreaking. :(

Rest well, Bowser, I am so glad we got to meet before it was your time.

Grace

05-25-2007, 06:38 AM

So very sorry to read this. Have a wonderful time at The Bridge, dear Bowser.

Randi

05-25-2007, 09:19 AM

Phred, it is with a heavy heart and tears in my eyes I read this, I'm so very sorry Bowser had to go. :( :( I hope the pain you feel now, will be replaced with the fond memories you have.

I remember how you rescued Bowser and opened your heart for him. Thank you for giving him some wonderful years in his old age, I know he enjoyed his time with you. :)

Play hard at the RB, Bowser - you will be missed very much down here, but never forgotten.

Big (((((hugs)))))

moosmom

05-25-2007, 10:28 AM

Phred,

I am SOOO sorry for your loss. :( Bowser had a wonderful home with 4 great pals, both furry and non-furry. He definitely knew he was loved.

RIP sweet Bowser. Play hard at the Bridge.

(((((HUGS)))) to you my dear Phred.

Donna

petslover

05-25-2007, 11:00 AM

I am so sorry for your loss, but just be thankful that you were able to get to know him in the last two years. That is an honor.

You gave Bowser a tremendous "ride" the last two years. Remember you will see him someday.

I was shocked and saddened to see this thread. I never met Bowser, but felt like I knew him.

Tollers-n-Dobes

05-25-2007, 02:49 PM

I'm so sorry. :(

I didn't even know Bowser wasn't doing too well. He sure was a fortunate pup to have you in his life for his last two years though. ((hugs))

Cinder & Smoke

05-26-2007, 12:43 AM

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif

THANKS, Pet Talkers ~ MANY, Many THANKS!!

You can't imagine how much this outpouring of Love and Affection -
to me and the little Fluffie Mutt we called Bowser, has meant to me.

His passing hasn't really sunk in ...

* I got the Third Bowl ready for supper

* I called his name from the front porch a while ago when "only" Cinder & Smokey
appeared after an outie ...

* I keep looking behind the 'puter chair before I "back up" - he usually lay
right there were he'd be sure to get run over every time I moved the chair.

* Every time I look out the window - I'm sure I see that Fluffie White Tail *waving* http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif

Hey Bowz ~~~ Gosh, I *MISS* You!

Dear God ~ PLEASE take Good Care of him for me.

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif
/s/ http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif Dad

Sudilar

05-26-2007, 08:05 AM

Hugs, Phred. Look for a sign. Bowser will send you one to let you know that he is OK and running around with our furangels at RB!!! Look hard and let us know!!!

I know how difficult it is.......My heart goes out to you.

KYS

05-26-2007, 09:30 AM

Bowser, I know you are in a happy and in wonderful place.
Inbetween your playing I know you will be watching over
your loved ones.
RIP
HUGS

Bengalz

05-26-2007, 09:43 AM

lbaker

05-26-2007, 11:34 AM

Sudilar, how wonderful to hear from you! Isn't it heartwarming to hear from the family when the family needs to pull together *warm sigh*. Easy goes it Phred, stay strong.

gini

05-26-2007, 11:39 AM

To me, this is the essence of Pet Talk. This is what it is all about. We are here together when our pets are raising hell, misbehaving and causing trouble.

We are here together when there are litters to rejoice over and pray that each gets a good home. We are here together to praise a rescue and know that at least one more pet has found a good loving home. We offer advice and suggestions when one of ours is ill.

And we here together when a beloved pet has gone on to the Rainbow Bridge and we become somber and show an outpouring of love and compassion for our fellow Pet Talker.

We know each other - maybe we haven't met in person, but we have talked on the phone or p/m'd and emailed each other.

We are people who dearly love our pets. The pets that share our food, our beds and our hearts.

When one is lost - it tears all of us apart because we understand the horrible loss and gut wrenching pain that comes with the loss.

We love you Phred, and only hope that Bowser will give you that sign that he is alright and looking down on you with great love and gratitude for the wonderful life you gave him.

Until you meet again................................

sammy101

05-26-2007, 11:46 AM

I'm so sorry for your loss. :(

Rest easy Bowser

{{hugs}}

Edwina's Secretary

05-26-2007, 01:50 PM

Good-bye Bowser. Yours was one of the best, most heartwarming stories every to be on PetTalk.

Although we never met I had a special place for you in my heart. Godspeed silly boy....and my thoughts go out to your New Dad in his loss.

Catty1

05-26-2007, 02:15 PM

Phred...{{{{hugs}}}}

For all the prayers you have sent to others and for others - may they be returned to you a thousand times over, bringing you some peace in the midst of your pain.

Bowser was a lucky, funny, much-beloved boy.

Ya done good, Paw. :)

krazyaboutkatz

05-26-2007, 06:18 PM

Phred, I'm so sorry to hear about Bowser's passing.:( You gave him a wonderful home, loved him, and gave him the care that he needed. You'll meet again some day. RIP sweet boy.:(

LoudLou

05-26-2007, 06:27 PM

Godspeed to the bridge Bowser Man! Yours was a story that great movies are made from. You will forever be in our hearts.

Thank You Phred, Cinder, Smoke, and Boots for sharing him with us while he was here. HUGS to all of you at this difficult time.

Daisy and Delilah

05-26-2007, 07:09 PM

Phred, I am sobbing here. This is the first post I saw after coming home from the hospital today. I'm so sorry. I loved that sweet old boy :( He had such a great life and was so lucky to spend his last years with you and your furcrew. My heart is breaking. Now I know why I was so sad in the hospital on that day. :( :( :(

Rest in Peace Sweet Bowser :( Play hard at the bridge sweetheart :(

dukedogsmom

05-26-2007, 07:27 PM

Your letter was bittersweet. I'm so thankful that Bowser got to say goodbye at home. I know he loves you lots for doing all you did for him. Tomorrow will be hard but I hope you can find some happiness, too. The RB dogs can have their own Memorial day party with Bowser as the special guest of honor.

Queen of Poop

05-26-2007, 08:41 PM

lbaker

05-26-2007, 08:43 PM

Val, what a lovely thought *kiss hug*

jennielynn1970

05-26-2007, 08:52 PM

Oh my. Your photo tribute to Bowser, and the letters written by *him, Cinder and Smoke and Boots, and you were just heartwrenching. I didn't know much about Bowser's past, and he was just so lucky to found and to live out the rest of his life with you and your gang on the ranch. He had such a sweet face and loving eyes.

Play hard at the Bridge, Bowser. Hope you get to meet some of my childhood dogs, Sam, Max and Maya, who were all gorgeous shepherds like you!

pnance

05-26-2007, 11:29 PM

Rest easy Bowser...know you will be missed

Alysser

05-27-2007, 10:06 AM

I just want to make another post because my first one was too vague.

I read the story of Bowser and Phred to. It was around the time I first joined...and that story is what hit the nail on the head for me. I don't exactly know if I would have joined PT if not for that story. It portrayed the true loving, kind spirit this forum truly has. If not for you, "New Dad", who knows what would have happened to Bowser. Although his time with you was short, you let him live his golden years out in complete happiness and he was very grateful.

I am again so sorry for you loss.

RIP sweet boy, and please show your Daddy a sign that you're OK.

sisterdog

05-27-2007, 03:10 PM

:( Hugs to you, Phred. What a beautiful tribute you have written for a special dog. I remember reading the story of how Bowser came to live with you, and how touched I was with your compassion for a dog you'd never even met. He had a wonderful two years with you and I'm sure he is smiling down from the RB over you, Smokey, Cinder, and Boots.

Hugs to you, too, Tonya, on the loss of your childhood friend. Find comfort in knowing he was loved up to the very end, by not only his immediate family, but by people all over the world.

RIP Bowser, play hard at the RB and say hello to my Rose - she'll be sure to meet you.

rg_girlca

05-27-2007, 05:47 PM

What a heartfelt, beautiful tribute to Bowser.

Phred, thank you for taking in this dear boy and giving him the best last few years of his life.

Rest in Peace Dear Bowser and have fun up there on the RB.

Iilo

05-27-2007, 07:09 PM

Phred,

I am so, so sorry for your loss.

delidog

05-27-2007, 10:14 PM

Dearest Phred,
I Am Reading this and Just Sobbing!!!
I Did not know that Beautiful Bowser was Having Problems!!
I Know that YOU Opened Your Heart to Beautiful Bowser...
And For This,YOU Must Hurt Right Now...
I Wish That I Had The Right Words
I Know that I Have Felt Your Pain Before...
But Bowser Is At The Bridge!!!
Scrubber & Miss Puss Will Be There to Welcome Him!!
They Will Give The Grand Tour!!!
I Am So Sorry Phred....But I See That Bowser Had A Great Last Night On Earth!!!!
You Are So Loved Dearest Bowser!!!
You Are a Legacy!!!! Dearest Bowser!!!
Nicole

Barbara

05-28-2007, 09:32 AM

I am so sorry to hear Bowser's time had come. His story will be remembered forever.
Thank you Phred for taking care of him.

mruffruff

05-30-2007, 08:13 AM

Phred, I'm so sorry to hear of Bowser's passing. I remember his rescue and all the adventures with you and the crew. I always thought he had found the best home, with the 'bestest ever' family.

He may have only had two years with you, but they were great years. I know he took a part of your heart with him. You went the extra mile (OK, it was many miles!) to give him a new life. I'm sure he knew and appreciated it.

Hugs to you and Zippy Cat for your loss. I truly understand your pain.

Mary

Jadapit

05-30-2007, 11:42 AM

I'm so sorry about Bowser. Like everyone said he had a wonderful life with you. Bless you for taking him in. RIP *sweet* Bowser!!

gemini9961

05-30-2007, 07:07 PM

I am so sorry Phred. Like others I am attempting to type through tears. Your post was very beautiful.

Look after us all Bowser and know you are missed immensely.

RIP Bowser

:(

Reachoutrescue

05-30-2007, 07:32 PM

Rest well Bowser. I hope you had a good trip "home". I hope you meet Lady, and she can show ya around a bit. Run and play hard on the endless bridge. You will be missed.

AbbyMom

05-31-2007, 12:44 PM

I am so sorry. RIP Bowser.

Thank you for sharing his heartwarming story with us when he came to live with you and his tribute.

momoffuzzyfaces

06-01-2007, 01:41 PM

Aw, Bowser my sweet friend, I'm sorry! I just now saw this. I've not been on Pet Talk much lately because I've been pretty sick myself.

You touched so many of us with your heart warming story! You are one of my favorites!!! Please give all my furry ones at the bridge a nose rub for me, ok!

Please, know you will be missed so much by your New Dad and Zippy-Kat and all who came to know you. What an honor for us to share these last years with you!!!

All in all, the hand of someone you love on your head as you fall asleep and drift to the bridge is a good way to go to the bridge if you have to go. I hope my journey will be so peaceful when the day comes. I look foreward to meeting you there some day!!! Play in peace until then sweetie!

Husky_mom

06-01-2007, 01:54 PM

this October WILL be more special as our pal BOWSER dude is on the 2007 PT Dogs Calendar for that month......

been thinking of you lately buddy.......that´s how I found your pic in October, you must´ve made me look...... I admit I looked before hand the full calendar pages but once it hanged it up I just gazed at the current month but this time HE made me look to find him......

((hugs)) and a RB treat for you cutie

beeniesmom

06-01-2007, 07:59 PM

I am so sorry Phred....
I cried in reading your post.
What a sad month.

Lobodeb

06-03-2007, 11:52 PM

I am so sorry for your loss.

Godspeed to the bridge, Bowser. :(

Cinder & Smoke

06-04-2007, 12:47 PM

Another THANK YOU is past due ...

Pat (syber-sibes) posted a warm Tribute & G-Bye message to Bowser
on her Husky Blog ... here's the link >>>

http://sscyber-sibes.blogspot.com/ (http://sscyber-sibes.blogspot.com/)

And to those Pet Talkers who sent Sympathy Cards ...
golly ...
I hate it when I start *bawlin* at the mailbox!

But your Warm Messages are deeply appreciated.
I read Staci's card Saturday night at the motel in Findlay ... :)

Then Zippy-Kat's and Doc Mike's Vet Card arrived together ...
OH, Gosh ... they were both Beautiful and hard to get through ...
Doc and ALL the Girls signed, and added a very personal note about Bowsie ...

I'm still re-reading his old threads ... dunno if I'll run out of tears or tissues first. :cool:

THANKS again, Gang!! ;)

/s/ :( Bowser Dad

Sudilar

06-05-2007, 06:40 AM

(((((((big Hugs)))))))

jazzcat

06-12-2007, 09:32 PM

Phred, I'm sorry I am late with this but I want to give my condolences. Your story with Bowser was such a touching one and being able to share in it through this board was wonderful.

Rest in Peace sweet Bowser.

Hugs to you Phred.

Dorothy39

10-18-2007, 06:25 PM

Oh My Phred, well , I'm sort of "late" with condolences for Bowser, but this typed rely isn't actually *late*, it's was merely, restrained~ Hey, I had to cry for awhile Buddy!! I reply when I catch my breath~

Bowser's passing was hard for me-------------( a PT friend told me it happened, and I felt sorrowful)

Hard {{HUGS}} to you Phred :o

loveallfurryfriends

10-18-2007, 06:30 PM

RIP Bowser.

Dorothy39

10-18-2007, 06:31 PM

Yea Bowser, Rest in Peace :o

Cinder & Smoke

10-18-2007, 07:31 PM

<sniff>
:(

I forced myself to re-read all of your Heartfelt Tributes and Rememberances of Bowser ...
THANK YOU, one and all!

The Kind Words only dull the pain ~ but they are truely appreciated.

Before ImageStation pulls the plug - if you haven't visited the Bowser Rescue Tail
album - take a look at the ShutterFly Album >>>

http://phredsphotos.shutterfly.com/?a=1&emid=sharshar&linkid=link5 (http://phredsphotos.shutterfly.com/?a=1&emid=sharshar&linkid=link5)

Sleep well at the Bridge, Bowz ...
You can't imagine how much I *miss* ya, Lil Buddy!
;)
**Love** from New Dad (aka da Bus Driver), Cinder & Smokey

cyber-sibes

10-18-2007, 09:57 PM

:) Bowser's album is just wonderful, Phred! You have a lot of great pictures of him with the smokemutts I've never seen before. I could just see his fluffy tail wagging away while I was looking through them! I like to think he & Sherman are hanging around together up at the Bridge, keeping each other company- talking 'bout husky hikes, pic-nics, and hot dogs - till the rest of us get there. What a couple of sweet fluffy boys!
~PT pic-nic, Labor Day '06
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/cyber-sibes/PT%20LABOR%20DAY%202006/IMG_1128.jpg

Cinder & Smoke

10-19-2007, 10:40 AM

October WILL be more special as our pal BOWSER dude
is on the 2007 PT Dogs Calendar for that month ...

http://jitcrunch.cafepress.com/jitcrunch.aspx?bG9hZD1ibGFuayxibGFuazo3NV9PY3RvYmV yLmpwZ3xsb2FkPUw5LGh0dHA6Ly9pbWFnZXMuY2FmZXByZXNzL mNvbS9pbWFnZS8xNTc1Nzk1OF80MDB4NDAwLmpwZ3x8c2NhbGU 9TDksMzA3LDI0MyxXaGl0ZXxjb21wb3NlPWJsYW5rLEw5LEFkZ Cw4NywtMnxsb2FkPW1hc2ssYmxhbms6NzVfT2N0b2Jlcl9tYXN rLmpwZ3xjb21wb3NlPWJsYW5rLG1hc2ssTWFzaywwLDB8Y3A9c mVzdWx0LGJsYW5rfHNjYWxlPXJlc3VsdCwwLDQ4MCxXaGl0ZXx jb21wcmVzc2lvbj05NXw=

Bowser = Upper Left
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

Daisy and Delilah

10-19-2007, 01:17 PM

I often think of Bowser, Phred. I just loved that boy. I love his calendar picture. I'm sending kisses and hugs to the RB for that cute fella.

dukedogsmom

10-19-2007, 08:55 PM

Sorry I never got to meet that sweet doggie.

Dorothy39

10-20-2007, 09:14 AM

Phred, You sure did capture some beautiful photos ( oh, such moments) :o

I'm glad I got to see them , everyone of those pictures is Golden!!!!

Without a "doubt"~ Bowser has the Zoomies now~ at the Rainbow Bridge.

Cinder & Smoke

12-19-2007, 05:33 AM

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif

Uhhhh, Dad? ...

What're ya doin? ... Ya gots too many Sox hangin up ~~~
Bowzie an Boots won't need theirs this year. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif

Beg to differ, Kids ... Bowser and Bootsy will ALWAYS be welcome here at the Ranch ...
Hangin their Sox up just seems like The Right Thing to Do ~ I sure can't throw 'em out.

Right On, Dad ... Here ~ put sum Yummie Chummies from Miz Glacier in there fur him -
he'll really Like'em!

And let's put wunna Boots' Favorite Meece in his Sock - wiffa few Pounces & Temptashuns Treets.

Dad, will They be here wiff us over Christmas?

I think Bowzie and Boots will prolly drop in Christmas Eve ...
They have to Sing in God's Choir on The Bridge Christmas Day.

Merry Christmas, Bowser and Boots!

With LOVE from New Dad, Cinder, and Smokey

Daisy and Delilah

12-19-2007, 06:49 AM

Big time LES here, Phred. Bless you.

I know Bowser and Boots are heading up all the RB bridge holiday parties and smiling down on Dad, remembering the great life he gave them while they were here. :)

lbaker

12-19-2007, 06:50 AM

Phred, it's just amazing how you can make me laugh and cry at the same time ~

pitc9

12-19-2007, 06:56 AM

{{{{HUGS}}}} to you and the furkids Phred!!!

loveallfurryfriends

12-19-2007, 07:04 AM

Bowser was lucky to have found you. He is playing hard @ the bridge & can't wait until the day that you are all reunited again. <<<HUGS>>>

Randi

12-19-2007, 07:47 AM

Boots and Bowser will be with you in spirit all thought Christmas, Phred - and don't be surprised if the treats from their socks disppear! ;) I'm sure Cinder and Smoke will come in to wake you up and tell you all about what's going on, should you have gone to bed before they arrive.

Big ((((hugs))))

cyber-sibes

12-19-2007, 08:11 AM

*sniff sniff*
Been thinkin bout your Bowser boy a lot lately, Phred. You know he'll be by, with Boots in tow! Heck, what self-respecting pup could resist those Yummie Chummies? I just bought a bag of them yesterday to put under the tree for mine. ((hugs)) to all of you!

Cataholic

12-19-2007, 11:35 AM

The Christmas SPIRITS are with you, Phred. :(

momoffuzzyfaces

12-19-2007, 12:56 PM

I've been thinking of those two sweeties an lot myself lately. I'm sure they will both be right by your side this Christmas time Phred!!!
Here is my all time favorite pic:

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid198/p05a284e6852ebaf25c1c8537b601ea1b/f0f0e8ac.jpg

cassiesmom

12-19-2007, 01:00 PM

I think Bowzie and Boots will prolly drop in Christmas Eve ...

Without a doubt, Phred, without a doubt. [[[[[[[[[[[[hugs]]]]]]]]]]]

captain

12-19-2007, 03:31 PM

Phred,
Postive they are with you already, always :D

{{{hugs}}}
Michelle

anna_66

12-19-2007, 03:41 PM

It's a hard time to deal without them isn't it?

Lots of (((HUGS))) coming your way.

Sudilar

12-19-2007, 10:26 PM

Hugs to you, Phred. Big hugs.

joycenalex

12-23-2007, 02:30 PM

phred, hang those stockings. they never really leave you. duke, best golden in the world is only 2 feet away from me as i type this. and his paw prints are in my heart. ((hugs))

dukedogsmom

12-23-2007, 09:53 PM

Phred, I'd hang those stockings. They're always going to be a part of us and that is a good way to remember them at Christmas. If we didn't get started so late on decorating, I was going to do the same. I hope you get your visit.

Cinder & Smoke

12-23-2007, 10:05 PM

;)

They're *Hung* ...

Bowser & Boots are beside Cinder & Smokey - same places as last year.
:)

I otta go look for the old sox for Casey, Fred, Arrow, and Shadow ...
hate for them to feel left out. :(

THANKS, All, for the words of Loving Support.

We'll have a Merrie Christmas in spite of what's happened this year!

;)
Phred, Cinder & SmokeMutt

Killearn Kitties

12-24-2007, 05:08 AM

I am sure that all of your furry "ghosts of Christmas past" are with you in spirit, Phred. They would know what a good thing they had.

Merry Christmas!

Dorothy39

12-24-2007, 10:49 PM

Phred, We will have a "Very Merry Christmas" this year, in spite of our losses~ :o

And, thanks to you, we all will have lovely memories of Bowser and Boots Da Kat!!!!

Although it's been said, many times~ many ways~ MERRY CHRISTMAS~ to YOU!!!

zippy-kat

01-30-2008, 09:58 PM

Just thought I'd let the Bowser fan club know that my grandpa, Bowser's original owner, passed away this morning. :(

Bowser, Grandpa... I hope you guys had a joyous meeting at the bridge. We sure miss you two.

dukedogsmom

01-30-2008, 10:28 PM

So sorry to hear that :( But don't you know their union was a joyous one? As all ours will be.

Cinder & Smoke

01-30-2008, 10:43 PM

Just thought I'd let the Bowser fan club know that my Grandpa,
Bowser's original owner,
passed away this morning. :(

Bowser, Grandpa ... I hope you guys had a joyous meeting at the bridge.
We sure miss you two.

:(
:(
:(

May you Rest In Eternal Peace, Mr. John Cutlip.

You Faithful & Loving lil Fluff-Mutt, dear Bowser, will greet you at the Rainbow Bridge -
You can't miss that Fluffie, constantly *waving* TAIL ...
Please give Bowz a huge {{{Hug}}} from me.

And THANK You, Sir, for allowing me the pleasure of taking care of Bowser in
his "Retirement Years" ... I hope he enjoyed his time with Cinder, Smokey, Boots, and Me.

I know Bowz has never forgotten his visit with you in your apartment and
over the River in the Park ... I hope you enjoyed it as much as we did.

I'm Honored to have known you, Sir.

/s/ Phred (aka New Dad)

:(

cyber-sibes

01-30-2008, 10:56 PM

Dear Zippy, we offer our sympathies on the passing of your Grandpa. It must have been a happy moment when he & Bowser were reunited at the RB!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/cyber-sibes/PT%203-26-05/Bowser.jpg
We didn't know your grandpa, but we sure have a soft spot for Bowser - he'll hold a special place in our hearts furever. We were lucky to have known him.
(((hugs))), Star, Pat & JoJoe

captain

01-30-2008, 11:07 PM

Hey Zip, condolences on the loss of your grandpa, but I am certain Bowser was there, waiting for him, fluff butt wagging!

Phred, a wonderful thing you did ....

shais_mom

01-30-2008, 11:26 PM

I'm sure it was a joyous reunion, much love on the way....

Cinder & Smoke

01-30-2008, 11:32 PM

In Memory of ~~~

~~~ Bowser's Dad ~~ Zippy-Kat's GranPaw ~~~

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May 19, 2005

Two Old Friends Meet Again

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/cyber-sibes/PT%203-26-05/Bowser.jpg

GREAT Bowser photo by Ciber-Sibes

THANKS, God, for allowing me to meet GranPaw - and What a Grand ole Gent he was!
And THANKS for "loaning" Bowser to me - Words can't describe what a Fine ole Pup he was!

May they Romp Together into Eternity at the Rainbow Bridge.
(Save me a place, Guys!)

With ALL my Love, Guys ...

/s/ http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif Phred ~ (aka da Bus Driver and New Dad)

shais_mom

01-30-2008, 11:36 PM

In Memory of ~~~

May they Romp Together into Eternity at the Rainbow Bridge.
(Save me a place, Guys!)

With ALL my Love, Guys ...

/s/ http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif Phred ~ (aka da Bus Driver and New Dad)
there's no doubt they'll do that Phred.
Lovely tribute... {{hugs}}

K9karen

01-30-2008, 11:59 PM

What a beautiful photo of grandpaw petting Bowser. I suspect it's happening at this very second.

You did them both proud, Phred...you're kinda special yerself.

Pam

01-31-2008, 04:57 AM

Tonya I am so sorry. Our thoughts are all with you today. What a wonderful picture of a special man and his dog - now united again. (((hugs)))

anna_66

01-31-2008, 06:52 AM

Tonya I'm very sorry to hear about your grandpa. I'm sure him and Bowser were very happy to see each other.

Nice tribute to them both Phred.

pitc9

01-31-2008, 07:56 AM

I'm so sorry for your loss Tonya.
Phred... that picture of grampa and Bowser make my eyes leak.

They are once again together!

Lilith Cherry

01-31-2008, 08:06 AM

It's a comforting thought that Bowser and Grandpa are together again, Tonya. I'm sure you will always have lots of loving memories of him.

slick

01-31-2008, 10:18 AM

My condolences, Zippy.
RIP Grampa. Have phun with Bowser.

Randi

01-31-2008, 11:41 AM

You can just tell how much grandpa and Bowser enjoyed meeting each other again - and I'm sure they're together at this very moment. :)

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I'm so sorry for your loss Tonya. :(

Thank you for a wonderful tribute, Phred. You were a good dad to Bowser. :)

jennielynn1970

01-31-2008, 06:43 PM

I'm so sorry to hear about your grandpa. I hope he and Bowser are now loving that they are reunited. (((((HUGS))))) to you!

Sudilar

01-31-2008, 07:54 PM

So sorry for your great loss. I could just picture the reunion at RB, both Bowser and Grandpaw, young and healthy again........ Hugs.

AdoreMyDogs

01-31-2008, 11:01 PM

Tonya I'm so sorry for your loss. I know there's a very happy reunion in heaven involving a fluffer butt and a brand new angel.

Rest in peace and enjoy each other's company, Grandpaw and Bowser :(

lizbud

02-01-2008, 04:32 PM

Zippy, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Grandpa :( I know
he and Bowser are enjoying being together again. Your Grandpa & Bowser
look so happy together in the picture.

4 Dog Mother

02-01-2008, 07:00 PM

Zippy, so sorry to hear of the loss of your grandfather. I know Bowser and he are having a grand time being together again.

joycenalex

02-02-2008, 08:35 PM

zippy, i'm so sorry to read about your grandpa.

Bengalz

02-02-2008, 08:51 PM

Tonya and Phred,

This is a bittersweet time for both of you and I am so sorry for your losses. The sweetness of a reunion for Granpaw and Bowser is such a wonderful thing; their time had come albeit too quickly for everyone left behind. The photo Phred posted tells the most wonderful tail - a wistful look and a happy heart.

Every person should have the privilege of a family and extended family who cares so much. Many hugs to everyone.

Cinder & Smoke

05-24-2008, 12:45 AM

Today, May 24th, is gonna be a *Ruff* one here at the Ranch ... :(

One long & short year ago, our Beloved Fluffy-Tailed FluffBall, Dear Bowser,
said his G-Byes and departed for the Rainbow Bridge. :(

Today will be a sad one, but filled with the hundreds of Happy Memories of the Joyful Tymes
Bowz shared with me, his loving "Second Dad", Bus Driver, and obedient Butler.

I still use HIS food scoop to measure out Cinder & Smokey's meals ...
just couldn't throw that now extra one away.

Do Cinder & Smokey *miss* their Lil Brudder?
It would be a stretch to say they miss him now - it's been a while in a Dog's mind ...
But they sure did MISS him a year ago. I'd forget and call all three names ...
C&S would *look* for where the Lil Guy had wandered off to ...

Bowser was truely Blessed with a pair of "siblings" that accepted him into a pretty *tight*
group of two ... they became the Three Amigos the first night Bowz spent at the Ranch!
He really had trouble 'keeping up' with the Big Dawgs ... his half-sized legs had to
take a LOT more steps to keep up with the youger set ... but they usually slowed
their pace a bit to let him catch up. And when Bowz wanted a rest stop -
EBBERbuddie stopped together (usually). Then again, Bowz got pretty good at
tucking up into a ball and just *tumbling* along behind the other two!
He took some wild rides tied behind C&S - but ALWAYS came up *smilin* and *wavin* his
famous Fluffie Tail! :D

If you're new to the Bowser Tails ... it all started out at 9:00 on January 11, 2005
with a somewhat frantic post by Zippy-Kat ... "A Plea for HELP!!"

Less than 24 hours later Cinder & Smokey had been dumped with Cali, Unka Pat and Miz Joan;
and da Bus Driver was headed into the Hills of West Virginny with the Rescue Bus ...
on a summer-like day with the threat of an approaching Bilzard!

But don't let me spoil the Tail ... read all about it at >>>

http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=68494 (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=68494)

But don't ever let it be said that I din't have HELP!
Lordy, did I have HELP!

Lil Cali Pup, and her Mom & Dad (Pat & Joan) have taken the FurKids in more times than
I could ever count; watched 'em through my :eek: heart attack and hospitalizations;
then Zippy-Kat organized the "Phred's Thank You Box" AND a huge Donation;
A Zillion Pet Talkers took bets that Bowz was NOT needing a Furrever Home;
and the list of Phans & Supporters grew every day. :)

And of course - my very 'speschul thanks' to Dear Zippy-Kat -
without her, and her beloved GranPaw - I'd have never had Bowser to share my life with.

I often asked Bowz if he was 'happy' with his second Family ...
he rarely gave *kisses* --- but he sure could *WAVE* that Fluffie Tail!
I always took that as his sign that Life at da Ranch was pretty much A-OK!

THANKS, God, for letting us 'borrow' him for a while ... it was way too short of a stay;
but I tried to make it a truely Happy Tyme for the Lil Guy.

Luv ya, Bowz!!

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/s/ Your :( Second Dad, along with Cinder and Smokey

< sniff >

Karen

05-24-2008, 01:23 AM

I remember a year ago, baking cookies to take with us to the dog park, experimenting and making a Bowser-shaped cookie. Funny, but with all the cookie cutters I own, there wasn't a-one the right size and shape. He was a unique little guy, with a heart as big as all outdoors. That fluffy flag-tail waving surely warmed hearts wherever he went, and I am sure he's met my mom and his grandmom as well as his first Dad up there at the Rainbow Bridge.

Cataholic

05-24-2008, 06:40 AM

It will be a rough day today. One long and short year ago so aptly describes things, doesn't it?

You were much loved, Bowser, much loved.

Cyber hugs today, Phred, real ones tomorrow.

Johanna

anna_66

05-24-2008, 07:15 AM

Hard to believe a year has already passed.

I'm looking forward to seeing you tomorrow Phred and giving you some hugs...here's some to tie you over till tomorrowhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/Smileys/bighug.gif

We'll miss you at the park tomorrow Bowser.

cyber-sibes

05-24-2008, 12:00 PM

((((hugs)))) from us to you, Phred, and to Tanya. You're in our prayers. It is hard to believe it's already been on year. He was such a sweet little fluffy guy, and you gave him a great home. :) I'm glad we got to know the little fella, and I like to think he was there to greet our boy on his arrival. :):)

momoffuzzyfaces

05-24-2008, 03:48 PM

I was thinking of little Boswer just the other day!!! I miss him too!!! :(

Anna, please give Phred a hug from me tomorrow, ok? ;)

I'm sure Bowser will be there with you all, you just won't be able to see him. He will probably bring a bunch of his RB pals with him.

zippy-kat

05-24-2008, 04:10 PM

My grandpa loved that lil' dog dearly but age kept gramps from giving Bowser everything he needed. Bowz was fed and he was loved but a 90yr old man can't readily give him adequate exercise/play time. You provided him that and more. Thank you, Phred, for giving Bowser the best years he ever knew.

Sudilar

05-24-2008, 04:57 PM

Hugs.

lizbud

05-24-2008, 06:06 PM

I know Bowser is enjoying all his RB friends & remembers how much he
was loved on earth. I am so glad that I got to meet the little guy at the
dog park.:) We still remember & love him.

Daisy and Delilah

05-24-2008, 06:53 PM

What a great little doggie he was. Bless you and the crew today, Phred. Bowser is at a big party being held in his honor today and smiling down on all of you. {{{{{MEGA HUGS}}}}}

delidog

05-24-2008, 11:16 PM

Dearest Phred,
I Know that I am Seeing this thread a little late,But....
I Just want to say that Dearest Bowser,May Have Journeyed to The Rainbow Bridge 1 Year Ago,But He Will Be in Our Hearts Forever.
He was a Beautiful Dog,w/such a Soulful Smile....And You Gave Him The Best....Unfortunately,the Last 2 Years of His Life!!!
Zippys' Grandfather,I Know Is Thanking You,And is Now Playing and Romping w/Precious Bowser at The Rainbow Bridge Himself...Remember the Last Paragraph....When The Owners of a Pet Pass On,They Will Meet Their Pets at The Bridge..
Phred,You And Zippy Cat Are Very Special People...And Will be Rewarded in Life For The Great,Selfless Acts that you do...
I Know that this is a Tough Day for You....We ALL Miss Dearest Bowser Boy!!!!
But We Will Always Remember Him for the Great,Beautiful Dog that He Was!!!!
Nicole

Cinder & Smoke

05-27-2008, 12:43 PM

Sunday afternoon we had a lil Gathurin in the new PT Memorail Tree 'Grove' ...

I thought Bowz might fancy the lil Buckeye Tree ... so we tried that one on for size.
(Shhhh ... don't tell the Powers the Be!)

Into the lil grave under the Buckeye Tree went some Bowser Dust,
joined by Diana & Carl's beloved Snoopy, represented by one of his
favorite Dawg Park Bandannas, and followed by some Boots da Kat Dust
(gosh, don't tell the Mutts!)

The FurKids and I checked back on 'em Monday evening ... they'd all "settled in" together
and should be happy with their own place, and always among Friends.

Good Buddies and Big Brudders are always *stoppin by* to say Hello!

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Thanks to Staci and her 'how to' ... you might be able to visit Bower's old
"Rescue of Hilly Billy Bowser Tail at >>>

http://phredsphotos.shutterfly.com/action/pictures;jsessionid=98325E57E1C92D20B1403A5BF6AE20 B9?a=67b0de21b3465994a47b

another *link* to the same ShutterFly Album >>>

http://phredsphotos.shutterfly.com/?a=1&emid=sharshar&linkid=link5

Sleep Tight, Bowser, Snoopy, and Boots!
We'll see ya'll at the next Gathurin!
;)

/s/ Dad, Cinder & Smokey