Rainbow Bridge Memories

This page is dedicated in loving memory to the MNSR foster and adopted Shelties who are waiting for us at the Rainbow Bridge. 

Rainbow Bridge Stories

Harvey came into MNSR with an old untreated leg injury, and a long-time MNSR supporter recognized the special qualities of this special boy. Harvey was such a friendly guy, always wagging his tail, and he could run fast on his three good legs, never letting his disability get him down. He had a passion for vacuum cleaners and flashlights continues, and made sure to alert to any activity visible from the windows (unless he was napping). His little brother Toby taught him some Sheltie games like “tug” and “chase me,” and they were buddies. Mom would find toys all over the house because Harvey would scoop one up when excited, then drop it in another room. Visitors to the house were provided enthusiastic (loud) greetings and ample opportunities to pet him.  If the visitor sat down, he would then sit or lie by their feet as if to signal acceptance into the pack.  He was friendly to all people and dogs that he met, and was a good host when other dogs came to stay at the house.

Darby became a permanent resident of his foster home as he and MNSR alum Maki were inseparable. Over the years, Darby was a foster brother to a number of foster siblings, teaching them the rules of the house and all about being part of a family. Darby crossed the Rainbow Bridge on March 22, 2018 and is so very missed by his loving mom. 

Abbie quickly bonded with her foster mom, following her from room to room, and once she knew foster dad was a gentle, loving man, she was determined to make this her forever home! Abbie enjoyed going for walks, sitting on mom or dad’s lap, playing in her big backyard with her Sheltie siblings, and, of course, food. She loved to climb up to the top of snow banks in the yard and jump off of them into the snow. Abbie crossed the Rainbow Bridge on March 21st, 2018 in the little bed that was hers from the day she was adopted. She is so very missed.

Molly was so grateful to find a forever family in 2005 who believed Shelties should be loved and pampered. She loved her people, and her canine sister Lady and feline sister Aimee. All three could often be found napping together. And Molly loved her food and treats, being a true Sheltie. Molly crossed the Rainbow Bridge on March 12th, 2018. She was a treasure and a joy and will be very sadly missed by her family. I will miss her napping by the piano while I played, or her following me around like a little shadow, never wanting to let me out of her sight. 

 

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