Carin' for Cairns
Cairn Rescue USA
9th Rainbow Edition
March 2021
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Dear CRUSA Friends,
For the 9th consecutive year, Cairn Rescue USA presents our "Rainbow Edition" newsletter in which we honor those dogs who recently left our lives. This year, we follow the journeys of 58 dogs and their families. It is our hope that their heartfelt tributes will become the shared memories of all those who read their stories.
We begin with an "in memoriam" video followed by tributes lovingly penned by each owner (written tributes are in alphabetical order by the dog's first name with the exception of dogs who are in the same family).
All of us who have owned Cairns, as well as other companion animals, know only too well that dog ownership comes with great rewards...and often great challenges. That is particularly true for those who have adopted retired mill dogs or strays with uncertain or abusive pasts. Yet as you read through the tributes you will find a common thread...not ONE of our writers expresses any regrets and many describe the amazing resilience and ability of Cairns to forget the past and give unconditional love to their new families. None of the authors ever considered "giving up" when they encountered rough patches. And many tributes overflow with descriptions of the wonderful times spent together, emphasizing the deep bond that each dog formed with his humans and other companion animals. If there is a lesson to be learned from these poignant stories, perhaps it is that the bonds forged between our dogs and ourselves last well beyond life on this earth.
Thank you for taking the time to watch, read and share in the lives of these 58 dogs.
"There is no greater love than the unconditional love of a dog."
Violetta Argueta
Cairn Rescue USA
Founder and CFO
(Our thanks to Brenda Jo (BJ) Isaacs for the idea of giving all dog lovers the opportunity to honor their Cairns and other canine companions who have gone to the Bridge the previous year.)
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In Loving Memory: The 9th Rainbow Edition
A Video Tribute to the Dogs who have gone to the Bridge in 2020 and early 2021
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Abby Schaffer: November, 2007 - February 5, 2021
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Abby was my best friend. She nursed me back to health after I had open heart surgery and laid on my feet the day I came home. She never left my side when she was healthy. Her silliness and grumbling will never leave my mind.
Born in November, 2007, Abby was rescued by my daughter and son-in-law from a puppy mill. When they came home on a visit from Portland, Oregon, they brought her with them. As she did not do well on the flight, they asked us to watch her. When they came back to reclaim her, they could not, as she and I had formed a bond so strong that they did not have the heart to take her from us.
She became ill sometime in 2020, and even with all the love she received, special medications and veterinarian support – on Friday, February 5th she had a stroke and left us. I am lost.
(Bill's beautiful pictorial tribute to Abby is HERE).
-Bill and Kate Schaffer, Mantua, New Jersey
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Barkley Fanning: April 1, 2006 - January 26, 2021
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We lost our Barkley in January. He was with us for 14 years. Such a sweet and happy boy. He was a rascal as a young pup, a fun and gentle teen and a stoic and loving senior. We hope he is in a place of no pain and romping with all the other great dogs. He is missed.
-Lisa Fanning, Silver Spring, Maryland
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Bella Ditto: November 29, 2005 – November 20, 2020
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Bella came into my life on July 23, 2007 at 1-1/2 years old when I adopted her from a family member. I wasn’t looking for a dog, but a family member was going thru a major life change and asked me if I wanted her. I hesitated. I said, “But, I don’t have anything for a dog.” After asking a couple of questions about vet, food and sleeping habits, I said, “Yes.” I picked her up the next day. I was completely unprepared for having a dog living with me, but we figured things out together. I had no idea that she would add so much to my life including love, joy, laughter, companionship and purpose.
I will always remember how she would tilt her head when I talked to her, especially if it was about doing something outside. On our many walks, I loved how she looked up at me like she was smiling because we were walking side by side. She was happy to be by my side whether we were on a walk, golf cart ride (her favorite), car ride, bike ride, boat ride, sitting in her fenced yard or napping in the recliner. I will forever remember all of these things with her by my side, as well as how she loved her belly rubs, stealing my seat, picking out a toy for us to play with, and watching out the window for squirrels.
-Paula Ditto, Celina, Ohio
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Bella and Hattie Terrett: 2006 – July and April, 2020
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Bella and Hattie were sisters who came to us as 8 year old rescues, following the untimely death of our previous Cairn. They filled a gap in our hearts. Both had great character. Bella made us laugh out loud with her ridiculous antics, and Hattie was a more sedate and gentle lady. They were very different but greatly loved. We gave them a fabulous 6 year life with us, but sadly age caught up with them. Hattie passed in April 2020, and Bella in July. Although we have two younger Cairns now, these two will never be forgotten. (Hattie is on the left in the picture).
-The Terrett Family, Llangybi, Wales, United Kingdom
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Bix Sanders: February 2, 2006 – July 25, 2020
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Little Bix came to me in November 2006 after CRUSA rescued him and his littermates from a puppy mill cage. Following a housebreaking tip I’d read online, I leashed Bix to my waist so that we took every step together – at home, the office, running errands -- every day, all day. After a month I dropped the leash, but otherwise nothing changed; where I went, Bix followed. Always.
A year after my husband Kal and I adopted Bix, our son Julian was born. How do I define what Bix became to our baby? Bix was the big brother -- protective, attentive, and ready to entertain when Mommy just. needed. a. break. And too, he was the little brother, eager to play or be bossed around, ever patient and adoring. We never gave Julian a human sibling and he never missed one, because there was Bix.
In February 2020, Bixie turned fourteen. My little old man was in good health and handsome as ever… but I had a sense our time was running out. I watched him constantly, wanting to memorize every detail of his face, his eyes. I videotaped him with my phone doing the most mundane things (standing at the door to be let in), and the cutest (barking and running as he slept, deep in a happy dog dream).
In June, as I sat on the porch with my husband, I looked down at Bix beside me and buried my toes in his fur. Tears started sliding down my face and I said, “What will we do without Little Bix?” Kal’s eyes welled up too, and he simply said, “I don’t know.”
I’ve always felt indebted to CRUSA for matching me to our sweet, silly angel of a dog. I tried to pay it forward by volunteering when I could, and editing this Rainbow Bridge newsletter has been, for me, a very special way to serve the organization. Now that it is my turn to share, though, I almost can’t bear it. To truly tell you how I feel would seem excessive, or perhaps obtuse in 2020 -- a year of such tragic loss on the part of many, many people.
So, I will simply say that in July, Bix was suddenly very sick. We lived between our house and the vet; we tried as much as we could until it just felt wrong.
And then we had to let him go.
-Maria Sanders, Fort Mitchell, Kentucky
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Bo Bo Buddy Sodders: 2004 - October 5, 2020
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On October 5, 2020 I lost my best friend, Bo Bo Buddy to cancer and liver disease. He was my everything for the 15 years that we had him. Bo was rescued by CRUSA in June of 2005 at the approximate age of 1.5 years. Although his birth date is unknown, he would have been about 16.5 years old at his passing. Bo was such a gentle, loving soul. He loved everyone and thought that anyone visiting our home had come just to see him. I'm so thankful to B.J. Isaacs and CRUSA for allowing us to adopt such a wonderful furbaby.
-Debby Sodders, Greenville, Ohio
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Brady Trostorff: March 6, 2002 - July 23, 2020
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He came to us at Christmastime 2005 through CRUSA after his first family had to find him a new home. He was a spunky, funny, incredibly smart little dog. Until recently, he hunted for critters in the rock walls of our yard, catching snakes and pursuing rodents of all kinds. But Brady's favorite place to hunt was in Kennebunkport, Maine, searching for crabs in the rockweed at low-tide and eating any he caught. He went through a phase in his youth when he caught toads in the yard, sucked on them, and then seemed to enjoy an afternoon of hallucinatory bliss.
He loved long walks in the neighborhood checking out the smells, barking at any other dogs, hoping to be able to sniff and say hello, but always on a leash since he yearned to take off on his own to explore. His nickname was "Houdini-dog", as he was a master of escape. Brady had several health scares but always made a miraculous recovery, causing his caring and compassionate veterinarian to say he had more lives than a cat. As his vision and hearing deteriorated and arthritis set in, he never complained but enjoyed his life in a contracting world. We will miss him but will enjoy remembering "Brady stories" and our 14 1/2 years together. We are thankful for his long and good life.
-Astrid Trostorff, Acton Massachusetts
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Callie Chapman: July 19, 2003 - April 16, 2020
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Callie timidly met me and my Mom in a parking lot in Illinois on a Friday afternoon in June 2005. It took her less than 24 hours to decide that she had found the family that she had imagined and to settle in. Her personality came to life immediately, and she was never reticent again. She was my constant companion and little girl for almost 15 years, snuggling close to me when she knew I was having a tough time, acting as my nurse through several surgeries, and always eager for a car trip and a weekly visit to her beloved dog bakery.
Callie was blessed with many gifts and used them well. So many people including her doctors remarked on her intelligence, and one of her vets called her “an original” for her determined and loving personality and leadership. She knew what she wanted, would expect it to be hers, and would demonstrate incredible focus until she achieved it. As such, she served as the first spokesdog for Southwest Airlines and told CNN that Southwest Airlines was never a “ruff” ride. Callie was always more than a cute face and carried herself like a Hollywood starlet. She “doggified” the term joie de vie.
Although she was 16 with diabetes, a back with vertebrae fused in six places, and a diagnosis of bone cancer in her leg, Callie was determined to never give up and to stay with us as long as she could. When the pain became too much for her incredibly strong will and body to bear, she made the decision to transition to Heaven, leaving those of us behind devastated. Callie was spirited until she took her last breath on her own terms.
Six days after she passed away, her beloved chef at the bakery unexpectedly joined her, and six months later she called her Mam (my Mom) to be with her. While I miss her terribly, I am comforted by the fact that she is no longer in pain, surrounded by those she loves and who love her, and has unlimited access to her most loved treats.
-Catherine Chapman, Louisville, Kentucky
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'Charger' (Norman Charger) Black: March 25, 2006 - October 1, 2020
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Norman “Charger” Black was the greatest dog in the world. He added so much to my life because he made me feel so loved. He never asked for much and gave me way more than I ever gave him. He was a loner by choice, but when he wanted to, he would make his presence known. He loved unconditionally and gave me so much strength to face all the ups and downs of life.
Charger was born on March 25, 2006 in Geneva, Florida. At that time our family was grieving the loss of a baby. We decided to get a dog, not knowing that he would become so much more than a dog to our family. He became something that each one of us needed in our lives.
He was special, a real gift from God, and my life was better every day because he was with me. I will always remember how Charger looked at me. His eyes were very deep brown and when he looked at me, I just knew how much he loved me. He may not have showed love as much as other dogs do, but he did not have to. I knew he loved me and I knew how much he appreciated everything I did for him.
I cannot wait to see him again so I can look into the eyes that continually healed my heart for 14 ½ years.
-Shari Black, Atlanta, Georgia
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Chloe Greenwood: July 5, 2009 - March 5, 2020
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Chloe was born on July 5th, 2009 and left us on March 5th, 2020. She was given up by her family that had her since she was a puppy and I was fortunate enough to have her in my life through the great efforts of CRUSA. She joins her brothers Samuel and Ross Benjamin who crossed the Bridge before her, and she left behind her brother Smoky. Chloe was the light of my life and will be missed.
(Read about Chloe's rescue HERE).
-Scott Greenwood, Tampa, Florida
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Chloe Polston: November 23, 2005 - June 20, 2020
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Chloe and I met when she was just 8 weeks old. As soon as our eyes met I knew we were soul mates. We were inseparable from the start. We had so many amazing journeys together and she was by my side during the worst days of my life. She was and always will be our baby, though my husband knows she was my girl. She took a big piece of our hearts with her.
Until we meet again Chloe, we love you...Mom and Dad
-Michelle and Brandon Polston, St. Louis, Missouri
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Cody Kiddle: December 9, 2000 – January 5, 2021
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We picked Cody up in Dyer, Indiana where he was living with a wonderful CRUSA foster family. We adopted him on March 8, 2008.
Since bringing Cody home for the first time at age 7, there was never a day he didn’t bring us happiness with his never-ending antics! There were some times we weren’t quite so happy, like when he would willingly be out in rain storms so he could bark at the thunder. He loved it and never wanted to come in. We used to refer to him as a Cairn Terrorist!! Cody at 22 pounds would always go after large dogs. He never acted like he was small. He was also a runner and fortunately we always found him.
He could be a handful but we couldn’t have loved him more!!
-Virginia and Bob Kiddle, Simpsonville, South Carolina
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Dexter Decker: January 8, 2007 - December 19, 2020
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May you run free at the Bridge, Dexter. Until we meet again...
-Linda Decker, Rome, Pennsylvania
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Dixie Chick Combs: February 7, 2007 - July 7, 2020
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Dixie Chick, my first Cairn. She was my heartbeat from day one, always by my side. A wee bit jealous of her sister Kaelie Mae, but they quickly bonded and loved each other when Kaelie arrived. Dixie’s personality was magnetic; she never met a stranger, and she loved to play.
-Debra Combs, Bluefield, West Virginia
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Kaelie Mae Combs: February 7, 2005 - November 15, 2020
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Kaelie Mae, our CRUSA sweetheart, joined our home in August 2014. Kaelie was our independent, snuggle on her own terms girl. She shared the same birthday as our Dixie and I knew she was meant for our home. She quickly stole our hearts. In no time, Dixie and Kaelie became bonded sisters. Thank you to BJ Isaacs for allowing us to love and spoil this special girl.
Both girls have left their unique paw prints on my heart forever.
-Debra Combs, Bluefield, West Virginia
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It is impossible to tell you what a special dog CRUSA rescue Dixie was. I've tried, but words just aren't enough. She was 12 when she came to us as a foster. We decided to adopt her on day one. She lived happily with us for just shy of 3 years. She was almost 15 when she developed atrophying kidneys and cysts on other organs. We tried with medication and treatment for a few weeks but to no avail.
As I said before, there are no words to describe how wonderful she was. There will always be a Dixie shaped hole in our hearts that will never be healed.
-Leo & Deb Jarc, Harvard, Illinois
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Dubh Striachen Snyder, January 17, 2005 - December 8, 2020
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In January 2005, my (then) wife and I were looking for a new puppy, after the untimely passing of our previous puppy. Cathy saw an ad for a Cairn breeder in the paper. When we got to the breeder, she had two Cairn brothers left. We couldn't decide which boy to pick, so I jokingly asked "How about, buy one, get one free?" To our amazement, the breeder agreed. I searched the web for Scottish-Gaelic names, and found Dubh (pronounced Dew) Striachen, which means Black Brindle. We named his brother Donnan Conan (Brown Wee Doggie).
As the boys got older, they didn’t really like each other. So, after our divorce, Donnan went with his mommy, and Dubh with me. There were very few days in his life where we did not share a long walk, cuddles, and a pillow (LOL). He fathered two sets of beautiful puppies. He was a cheerful, lovable goofball, with a beautiful long luxurious coat. He loved walks, car rides and running in the local fields. Dubh was my best buddy for 16 years, and he is dearly missed.
-Alan R. Snyder, Winfield, West Virginia
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Ella Oleksa, December 3, 2006 - February 23, 2021
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In the spring of 2017, I had just finished reading "My Old Dog, Rescued Pets with Remarkable Second Acts" by Laura T. Coffey. It made me think I should give an older dog a home. So, in my search for "senior" cairn terriers, I found CRUSA and Ella. Ella was being fostered by BJ Isaacs in Kentucky and was 10 years old at the time. I already had an 8-year-old cairn, named Emma, and thought they would be perfect for each other.
Ella had been a stray and was rescued by CRUSA from a shelter. She was adopted but returned after a few years because the adopter had 2 dogs, but was moving to a place that allowed only one. Ella spent a few weeks in the home of a second adopter, but the family had serious issues that forced them to be away from home for long hours, so Ella was returned again.
When I saw Ella listed again on CRUSA's Facebook page, I messaged BJ directly and lobbied to be considered for Ella. (Note to new adopters: don’t give up!) This time I was picked, and I flew to Kentucky in March of 2017 to get her. At BJ’s, Ella sat down beside me and did not leave my side. BJ said that she had never done this before, and must have known that I was her new mommy. The next day we flew back to Iowa and when we got to my house, she acted like she had always been there.
A few months later, I saw a cairn terrier mix on the local humane society's webpage. I contacted BJ and asked if CRUSA had anyone who could foster this dog. BJ said, "yes, you!" And that is how I became a foster for CRUSA. Over the past four years, we've had puppies, older dogs, mill dogs...you name it. Ella was especially good with the puppies. You could tell she had been a mama, as she would corral them and make them behave if they got too rowdy. She never had a problem with any of the fosters we had – her calm and sweet nature made the foster dogs feel safe.
In early September of this year, Ella had a growth on her foot that was diagnosed as a mast cell tumor. Because of the location of the tumor, specialists said they couldn't remove enough tissue to get a clear margin. She was not a good candidate for amputation because of her age and health issues - she had a stage 4 heart murmur, skin allergies, thyroid and kidney issues, and dry eye. She was a walking pharmacy with all of her medications. But she remained sweet and calm, despite it all.
Before Ella's illness, she would run and gallop, doing her "horsey dance" like a happy pony, when I was preparing her food. During the last week of her life, she stopped eating and needed more and more pain meds. We could not make her comfortable, and she could barely stand. I knew it was time. My vet asked, "Are you ready?", and I said, "No, when are we ever ready?”
I held her in my arms and stroked her head, telling her what a good girl she was and how much everyone loved her as she went to sleep. Even now I can barely type this through the tears. Ella went to the rainbow bridge on February 23, 2021 at the age of 14. She taught us all so many lessons. People in her life discarded her, didn't love her, and yet she still trusted enough to give people a chance; and to be sweet and loving. She is proof that dogs are too good for us. We don't deserve how forgiving and loving they are.
-Melanie Oleksa, Jessup, Iowa
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Emmie Lou Cranmer: August 8, 2008 - March 16, 2020
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Emmie, a Westie, started her life in a puppy mill - and spent 6 years there. She was rescued and found her way to our home and hearts. She was able to live a life of happiness and love for 5-1/2 years. Sadly, her little body could not fight two diseases. Emmie was a gentle, kind and smart girl who loved everyone. We miss her dearly. Her Cairn sister (CRUSA alum) misses her as well. We’ll see you at the Bridge, sweet girl.
'It's not how long we live or how much time we share with another that matters, but how well we live and the quality of the time we are able to share with loved ones, such as our pets. That's what makes life meaningful.’
-Pat Cranmer, St. Peters, Missouri
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Gabby Potter: February 13, 2005 - August 8, 2020
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Gabby’s story and good fortune began when she was rescued by CRUSA after enduring three horrific and grueling years as a puppymill breeder dog. Gabby’s good fortune continued when she was adopted by Mary, a veterinarian who always gave her the very best of care. But after eight years, through no fault of her own or anyone else’s, Gabby was looking for a new home and that’s when my good fortune began! I became a proud “foster failure” when Gabby was 11 ½ years young.
From the day Gabby came into my life she was an absolute joy and perfect in every way. We did everything together from road trips to shopping to stroller ride/walks. I miss having Gab wake me up for breakfast every morning, steal my spot on the couch, and seeing her get excited when we turned on the road to our neighborhood. I will always remember Gabby pawing my hand if I stopped petting her, her cute little under bite, seeing her run on the beach, and her snoring and quiet little barking when sleeping.
Recently, Gabby and I lived in a 30’ trailer for nearly a year while our new house was under construction. I could never have survived that ordeal without her. It was like being in quarantine before quarantining became the “new normal”. Gab, my little “girly girl” was the perfect roommate and the bright spot of my day – everyday.
I will always treasure sweet little Gabby and my memories of her. I heard somewhere that grief is the price you pay for love, and I’ve certainly found it to be true. My heart is broken, but it’s worth it to have had my precious baby girl Gabby in my life if only for four short years.
(Click HERE for another montage of Gabby's incredible life with Tobi.)
-Tobi Potter, Cle Elum, Washington
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Gigi Nisivaco: January, 2003 - December 24, 2020
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Our hearts were broken on Christmas Eve when Gigi left us. Her organs were failing as well as her lungs. It came on suddenly, as just a week before, she was racing around the dining room table in anticipation of her dinner. She started skipping breakfast, and after 3 days, we brought her to the vet (she had just been there for her annual 3 weeks prior and was doing well). Her bloodwork showed multiple signs that our little girl was just shutting down.
When we adopted her in January of 2010 from CRUSA, we were told she was 7. She would have been 18 years old in January of this year.
We rescue only senior dogs. Gigi was always the ambassador of goodwill when new dogs arrived. She outlived many of them.
Gigi taught us what a “puppy mill” mom was, and with what we learned from her, we were able rescue other senior puppy mill survivors. She was so terrified of people that she would run whenever we approached her. It took over 3 years for my husband to be able to approach and pet her. But in her later years, he was the person she wanted to be with the most. And she became so social the last 2 years that it shocked family members who had known her since she came to live with us, that she greeted them with a tail wagging greeting.
We had 11 WONDERFUL years with our “Gi Monster”. Our cute little gremlin who made the funniest sounds when she wanted our attention.
Truly our house will NEVER be the same.
Thanks for giving us the time we had with our little girl.
-Natalie Nisivaco, Palatine, Illinois
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Heather Skrenninger: 2007 - October 10, 2020
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Heather was the last of our Wisconsin Pack, and our last LBD (Little Black Dog). She was a member of the “Three Little Cairns Lost Their Homes” Rescue Mission when CRUSA rescued her in November 2013, which can be seen HERE.
She remained skittish for all but her last few months with us; she eventually joined us by the pool and even got on a pool float, voluntarily (with a little help from Mr. Froggie, whom she stalked all around the pool and was temptation enough to get her on the float).
She even fell in a few times and wasn’t scared to go back on the float, which was a BIG DEAL for our Scaredy-Dog.
You can see Heather and Mr. Froggie in a video, floating HERE.
Heather crossed The Rainbow Bridge on 10 October 2020.
-Andrea Denninger and Neal Skrenes, Palm Harbor, Florida
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Jiminy and Charlie Frostestad: July 2008 - December 2020
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In April 2008, we adopted Jiminy at 1-2 years old after he was neglected and abandoned by his first family. In Jiminy’s younger years, he enjoyed: jumping the fence, getting stuck on the kitchen table, playing dress-up, chasing squirrels, hunting rodents with Charlie, receiving lots of cuddles, swimming, and going on runs. In his later years, Jiminy enjoyed: walks with dad, his bone collection, treats, eating Chipotle, licking the couch, staring at squirrels, and of course, following Mom.
Charlie was rescued from a warehouse in June 2008 at 2-3 years old. He was very sick, so he spent several weeks at Grandma’s house as a foster before we adopted him that July. In Charlie’s younger years, he enjoyed: listening to kids read, Taylor Swift, getting his hair done by his human sister, watching out the window, hunting rodents and birds with Jiminy, lots of naps and cuddles, sharing snacks with everyone, and long walks. In Charlie’s older years, he enjoyed: sleeping, his toy pumpkin, cuddles, being carried on walks, lying on clean laundry, and being fed snacks. We always called Charlie our “little old man” because from the time we adopted him in 2008, he had the demeanor of a sweet old man.
Charlie and Jiminy were best friends from the start and were the best examples for the many fosters that came into our home.
We know they left Earth full of love. They lived an amazing life with us, and brought joy to so many people. They are pain-free and at peace together.
(Click HERE for the full version of the boys' story, written by their human sister, Kayln with so much love, and including pictures of Jiminy and Charlie with each of their human siblings.)
- Eric and Kathy Frostestad, Lee's Summit, Missouri
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Joey Dalicandro: July 31, 2002 - August 7, 2020
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Joey became our first CRUSA forever foster when he walked into our home and stole our hearts on August 15, 2016.
(Read more about Joey's rescue HERE.)
-Jan and Ron Dalicandro, Batavia, Illinois
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Jojo Stine: 2009 - January 28, 2021
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We are devastated to say that our Cherished and Beloved Jojo passed on January 28, 2021.
Jojo was a gift of sunshine, a CRUSA foster whom we immediately knew was meant to be ours.
Jojo loved and lived life to the fullest and was the smartest dog ever. He quickly became my husband’s best friend...even letting him know when it was time for bed and time to wake up.
He was always happy and just wanted to be doing whatever everyone else was doing. From eating his favorite ice cream, pistachio!...to playing catch at Nags Head in North Carolina...to playing ball on the beaches of Roatan. He loved camping in Pennsylvania, and boating and playing in the snow in Maryland. He made friends with tourists, went shopping, and loved when he could go to restaurants here in Roatan. This year he learned to paddle board and kayak, and loved relaxing in the pool. When he wasn’t with my husband, he was following behind Mario making sure our property was being taken care of or playing in the pool with Javi and his cousin. He loved when our kids and grandchildren were around and he could teach them to play ball "his" way.
He was family...and immensely loved.
Our hearts are shattered.
-Robyn and Brad Stine, Roatan, Islas De La Bahia, Honduras
(An album of Jojo's beautiful life with the Stine Family HERE.)
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Sadie Stine: August 2005 - September 7, 2020
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Our hearts are hurting. Brad and I had to make the hard decision to let our precious Sadie pass on to the Rainbow Bridge. She was laid to rest on our property in Roatan with her favorite blanket and her stuffed monkey.
Sadie was a rescue from Arkansas at 3 years of age and made our lives extra special for 12 more years. She was very independent - even leading walks through the woods after losing her sight. She loved any animal, especially those smaller than herself, and was so gentle with them. She loved to cuddle, and to hunt chipmunks in our back yard, crabs at the beach and fish at our lake camp site.
She will be missed so very much and will always be in our hearts.
-Robyn and Brad Stine, Roatan, Islas De La Bahia, Honduras
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Kady Kleine: October 28, 2008 - February 26, 2021
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Kady came into my life as a foster in June, 2011 and found her forever home right here with me! She was a diva extraordinaire who totally commanded the sofa as her throne. She loved walks, golf cart rides, bye byes in the car, lounging in the yard, and her food! Kady was a people lover and was quick to roll over to present her belly for rubs. She also would paw you to let you know you had stopped before she was ready. Kady would run to the toy box to select a toy when we were getting ready to head out for a walk or to take to bed with her.
She helped to mentor and mother many a foster, teaching them manners and their place in the pack. Kady has taken a huge piece of my heart with her, but I wouldn't have given up one single second of our almost 10 years together for anything. It's better to have had Kady in my life to love and cherish, and then to have lost her, than to have never had her love, devotion and companionship at all.
-Valerie Kleine, Parrish, Florida
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Lily Thorson: April 28, 2008 - October 30, 2020
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When my Cairn Terrier Hallie died the morning after my best friend’s funeral, I was bereft. My home in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin was so, so quiet. I looked on Petfinder and there I found CRUSA and Lily. Lily had been rescued by CRUSA in November 2013 from a puppy mill and was lovingly fostered by Mary Whitledge in Peoria, Illinois. Mary and I met part way between Peoria and Wauwatosa on February 28, 2014, and I got to meet, adopt, and bring Lily into my life and my home.
We had six and a half years together, not nearly enough. She was my cuddle dog and overflowed the huge hole in my heart with her love. When I bought a new recliner a few years ago, Lily adopted it as her throne. Her end came quickly and our other Cairn Lady, our wonderful vet Dr. Blessing, and I helped her cross the Rainbow Bridge on October 30, 2020. Lady and I miss her so much and hope to eventually add another CRUSA rescue to our family.
(Read about Lily's rescue HERE).
-Lovingly submitted by Ann Thorson, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
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Logan Kerr Chiaffitella: October 17, 2008 - March 17, 2020
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We found Logan on the CRUSA website. His Mom had been surrendered 2 days before she gave birth to 6 pups. Photos were posted of all 6, but it was love at first sight for me when I saw Logan. So, in January 2009 we drove from New Jersey to Illinois in an ice storm to meet him and take him home. We already had 2 other Cairns at the time - Kelsey and Dugan - so Logan just completed our circle of life. That's how my 3 Cairns became the Jersey Crew.
Logan was a very sweet pup, but when he found his "Alphaness" he became a true Cairn - rambunctious, defiant and fearless. How we loved him and how much we miss him - truly gone too soon...
-Perla and Mike Chiaffitella, Aberdeen, New Jersey
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Lulu Sarkissian: July, 2009 - April 5, 2020
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My sweet scruffy Lulubutt was pet of the week on a news channel in January, 2010. My sister, knowing I love scruffy terriers, sent me a picture and the rest was history. She was approximately 6 months old. We began our journey on January 13, 2010. This is the day she started to live, love, trust and be happy.
Lulu was diagnosed with Addison’s at the age of 3 which made her even more special. She was a smart, playful, and lovable little girl. I miss her presence and how she would look for me. She walked with grace and confidence and had a little hop that always made me smile. She brought an abundance of joy to my life.
She was my little girl, my best friend, and best road dog. We are forever connected! Oh how she loved adventures!
We moved to Chatsworth, California in January, 2020. But, on April 5, 2020, we took the hardest yet most peaceful journey for both of us. I held her tight and whispered how much I loved her and how sorry I was as she was crossing over. I trusted that she was ready and she trusted that I would do the right thing for her, as always! She was an amazing dog and has set the bar high for my next pup.
Her tag hangs in my car and her blanket near my pillow. RIP my sweet Lulubutt. You will forever be loved, honored, and in my heart, I promise.
-Lilit Sarkissian, Chatsworth, California
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Mahri McGuinness: May 20, 2006 - January 19, 2021
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Mahri was the pup I was not supposed to have. My husband had been very ill and Airedales were a bit too big for him to handle. We had a 12-year-old girl and a 2-year-old boy. Tom had just paid a deposit on a Welsh Terrier puppy because he could have her on his knee. The breeders that five of our Airedales had come from called to say they had one pup left from the last litter, and would we like her? Of course, my husband said, two pups are just as easy to look after as one.
Mahri was the bull in a china shop. She would run at you, but was never able to stop before bowling you over, breaking specs, and knocking over tables. She was full of exuberance and loved to make people laugh. At puppy class, Mahri would lie quietly, then start to sing very softly… then a bit louder until everyone was looking at her... then she would throw her head back for a full crescendo. She would steal paper towels one sheet at a time. She could leave the sandwich on the plate but take the napkin from under it. If Mahri had one fault, it was her aloofness – cuddles were on her terms. She was happy to find a toy and play by herself even though there were three other dogs to play with. As for fetch, well, that was an alien concept.
I have so many happy memories of that girl. I smile every time I think of her now, even though she left a huge hole in my heart. Ultimately, I had to help Mahri cross the Rainbow Bridge because her dementia had taken away all of her quality of life; it clearly would have been unkind to let her suffer the stress anymore.
-Jackie McGuinness, Wimblington, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
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Markie LaRowe: December 17, 2003 - February 8, 2021
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Markie joined our family in spring 2020 at the age of 16 as a CRUSA foster dog. If anyone knew how to age gracefully, it was Markie. Markie was a mellow fellow, with a puppy like spirit, no matter what his age might have been in dog years. Although his mind was a bit fuzzy at times, Markie had a true passion for remembering snack time and he took his time exploring the backyard. Markie enjoyed doing “dog stuff” – those things that gave him the most joy. Markie may have been a senior, but he was a Cairn terrier - tenacious, fearless and an independent thinker, while having the qualities of being the best little pal in the world.
The love we have for our pets is an unbreakable bond and the love they give us is priceless. Our pets navigate this world with us, stay by our side through the good and the bad and love us unconditionally. One of the hardest parts of our relationship is deciding when it’s time to say goodbye.
As winter approached Markie reached his 17th birthday. We observed that everyday life was becoming more of a struggle for him. After his seizure a few weeks ago, his anxiety was becoming more profound; we knew that the end of his final chapter was near. Sometimes, the most generous, loving thing we can do is let life happen according to its own plans.
On February 8, 2021 after sharing a pint of banana peanut butter gelato, with some freeze dried lamb hearts (we even snuck in some pumpkin bears) we said goodbye to Markie. Markie was with us for 8 months - and the little guy managed to capture our hearts. We learned that love, patience and understanding were the keys to Markie’s heart. We made every moment count.
(Click HERE for memories of Markie in pictures.)
-Lance LaRowe, Monroe, Washington
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Molly Crabtree: April 1, 2004 - September 20, 2020
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We got Miss Molly from CRUSA in 2006 after losing our beloved Nipper. She was a sweet but scared puppy mill survivor who bloomed with love and helped countless fosters adjust to a new life of love and being spoiled. Till we meet again!
(More wonderful pictures of Miss Molly HERE.)
-Lisa Crabtree, South Chicago Heights, Illinois
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Nell Raibley: March 4, 2004 - April 9, 2020
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Nell was born on March 4, 2004. Six weeks later she joined her two daddies and the three became a family for the next sixteen years, until her passing on April 9, 2020. She was our first “good morning” and our last “good night.” She’ll never be forgotten, forever loved and will always with us in spirit.
(Click HERE for a tribute to Nell in pictures).
-John Raibley and Dan Crankshaw, Evansville, Indiana
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Ollie Schultz: August 26, 2006 - August 16, 2020
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My Ollie was rescued by CRUSA in 2012 from a puppy mill. He was my treasure.
This year was especially hard for so many people. My husband was diagnosed with severe pancreatitis in August, and I found out that very same day that Ollie was in kidney failure. I was with Ollie when he took his last breath.
He was funny and stubborn and brave. I hope to make room in my heart for another Cairn soon.
Best wishes for a better 2021.
-Mary Schultz, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Oscar Geller: May 31 2002 – June 5, 2020
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My darling Oscar passed away June 5th 2020. Oscar was 18 years old. In the photo, Oscar is in the middle of his siblings Darby and Miko, who are from Cairn Rescue USA.
Oscar was the ’head’ of the family. The alpha dog. He kept the other family dogs in their place but was loving, kind and so sweet. Oscar came to me through my daughter who saw an advertisement in the newspaper. We found Oscar in the middle of a pack of cute Cairns and chose Oscar, whose name at the time was O.J. (which we changed immediately).
Oscar fit in to my menagerie of dogs without a problem. Oscar liked to dig, chase squirrels, rabbits, rats and anything small that moved quickly. He had a huge personality and whenever a new dog came into the family, he took over with the training and instruction in the ways of the house.
He was my ‘child’, my love, and I miss him so much. He is in my heart.
-Ruth Geller, Chicago, Illinois
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Otis Ragsdale: 2004 – December 4, 2020
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Otis came to me through a friend whose Mother passed and left Otis by himself. The daughter was going to euthanize him because she did not want him.
My friend called me about him and I went to meet him to see if we could get him into CRUSA. Otis and I bonded immediately and I decided to keep him. He was my constant companion and never left my side. I will miss him FOREVER. He left this world December 4, 2020 at the approximate age of 16.
-Jim Ragsdale, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
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Owen Wilder: 2005 – May 29, 2020
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Gotcha day November 7, 2007.
I adopted Owen from Southwest Cairn Rescue. He was found as a stray when he was about 2 years old. It was obvious someone had trained him well. Owen was sweet, funny and well behaved, a great traveling companion. (The picture shows Owen on the ferry to Victoria, B.C., Canada).
-Linda Wilder, Quincy, California
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Pepper Simon: July 21, 2004 – October 30, 2020
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Pepper was a dark Brindle Cairn, rescued by CRUSA from a high kill shelter in Arkansas and brought to Illinois. We adopted him in January of 2006.
We bonded immediately. He was amazing with children, even babies. When a baby was around he always sat sentry to protect him or her. He could always pick up on when I wasn't feeling well or was down in the dumps. During those times he would cuddle right next to me.
He is greatly missed by me and my family.
Thank you CRUSA.
-Susanne Simon, Schaumburg, Illinois
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Phil Alger: December 2005 – October 2020
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In April 2015 we were looking for a senior Cairn; we had just lost our previous senior girl. As it happened, CRUSA's Violetta Argueta was looking for a home for a senior Cairn; thus Phil entered our home and our hearts. He had been neglected and was terribly fearful but soon learned fear could be replaced by love.
The next five years were filled with good food, a warm bed and protecting the home. He made close friends with Seamus the Amazon parrot, though never too close. Phil was special, in that he seemed to know that we needed him as much as he needed us. In October 2020 we had to let him continue his journey to the Bridge. There is still such an emptiness in our hearts.
-Elaine and John Alger and Seamus the parrot, Newfoundland, New Jersey
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PJ Hildebrand: 20?? – October 2020
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We rescued PJ from CRUSA a little over 5 years ago. He passed away in October, 2020. He was such a good boy- kind, loving, and snuggly. He loved his Teddy Bear and everyone he met. I miss him with all my heart
He was my little buddy. We loved him dearly.
(Click HERE for an album of PJ loving life with his beloved family.)
-Kelly Hildebrand, Milford, Michigan
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Rachel Leigh Marion: March 9, 2006 - October 10, 2020
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On the first day of spring in 2009, we met our beautiful little wheaten Cairn girl, Rachel, at an adoption fair in Springfield, Illinois. As we understand her story, Rachel was a 3-year-old, breeder-surrendered female in search of a ‘fur’ever home. We were overjoyed to have her join our family, as she turned out to be THE happiest, most loving, even-tempered little dog we ever could’ve hoped for!
Rachel was an awesome ‘big’ sister to our two male CRUSA Cairns – first to Logan (her best buddy until his untimely passing from cancer in 2016) and then to Sparky (her shadow and constant companion since he joined our family in 2017). Although Rachel was petite in stature, she was a fierce giant in protecting her brothers and family, and a fearless huntress – particularly when it came to catching rabbits!
Sadly, on October 10, 2020, we lost our incredible little “Wee Wee” (our nickname for her) to congestive heart/respiratory failure at the age of 14-1/2. We still mourn her loss, yet are so grateful for having had her as a member of our family for 11-1/2 years. Dinnertimes haven’t been the same though, as Rachel always knew exactly when it was time to eat and would remind us - in her adorable little voice - if she felt we might have forgotten. We miss her so much. She helped our family survive some very difficult losses over the past decade, in the way only a devoted pet’s love can do. RIP, baby girl….
-The Marion Family (Geri, Greg & Adam), Springfield, Illinois
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Raleigh Parker Blum: 2005 - May 11, 2020
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We lost our Raleigh Parker (formerly Rolly Polly) this past year. He was quite spunky. We adopted him from Cairn Rescue USA in February 2007, when he was only about 2 years old, to be a companion to our Skyeler Flynn, also a happy Cairn. These two quickly became a team and seemed to do everything together. Even when they managed to escape the back yard, neighbors would find Skyeler and Raleigh strolling the neighborhood side-by-side.
Raleigh came to us with some aggressive tendencies; we thought that we might have to give up on him, but he already owned our heart. We took him to a behavioralist who immediately told us that we were the problem, not Raleigh. He had been perfectly trained -- we were the ones needing training.
Over time, Raleigh grew more comfortable with us and we learned how to make him happy. He truly was a very gentle soul who wanted to please us. I miss our walks around the neighborhood and along the trails at the nearby park. We miss our Little Guy with all the personality every day. I know that when the time is right, we will reach out to CRUSA to fill that void left when Raleigh crossed the Rainbow Bridge.
-Bob Blum, Medina, Ohio
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Reilly Lange: April 9, 2006 - April 22, 2020
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Reilly was the first terrier that I ever owned; he was spunky, stubborn, loving, and the sweetest little guy. I saw an ad hanging at the local farm store for a dog needing a new home, so I went over to see and he came home with me. That was when Reilly was 2-1/2 years old.
Reilly loved hunting rodents in the backyard and will always be remembered for the skunk he snuck up on and killed without getting sprayed. He loved children and anyone who came to the house. He was my companion and I took him all over the place with me.
I lost Reilly in April 2020.
Thank you for remembering all of these sweet pups.
-Kate Lange, Thompson, Connecticut
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Romeo Shambaugh: April 6, 2007 - October 25, 2020
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We are sad to announce the passing of our sweet Romeo (originally “Rambo”), fostered by CRUSA volunteers Joe and Shannon Radosevich.
He loved tennis balls, fly ball, and being a nanny to his little sister Zuzu. He was always chanting and talking with us! The void he has left behind is great, but we were certainly blessed to have him in our family for nearly 13 years!
- David and Sharon Shambaugh, Aurora, Illinois
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Sadee Charochak: 2007 - June, 2020
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Sadee was rescued by CRUSA when she was 9 years old in 2016. “Bad allergies” left her furless on half her body and her eye was infected. She was fostered in Florida by Andrea Denninger, a miracle worker, who nursed her back to health. Sadee was the 2nd dog I adopted from CRUSA, and in September 2016 Sadee came home with me.
I loved her spunky nature and she fit in with the other dogs. She had a great personality and made me smile. She moved back to Michigan from Florida with me and my other dogs later that year. In April 2018 Sadee had a severe ear infection that went to her brain. Miraculously she survived this. This illness left her with a wobbly gait that made her even more special. Sadee passed in June 2020 at the age of 13 from kidney failure. I am so grateful Sadee came home with me. I remember her soulful face. She will always be “my sweet Sadee”.
(Read Sadee’s rescue story HERE.)
-Anita Charochak, Delton, Michigan
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Samantha Bowman: October 15, 2007 - June 5, 2020
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Our beautiful little girl, Samantha, known to all as "Sami," entered the next life on June 5, 2020. Several visits with specialists in Delaware and Maryland proved there was nothing more to do to save her from severe illness.
She was born October 15, 2007 and we adopted her in February 2008. She spent her first 8 years with us in Lothian, Maryland, and her last 4 years with us in Ocean View, Delaware. She loved us, and never caused any problems. She adored snow, and would play in it for hours. We miss her terribly, every day, even though we adopted two loving terrier mix pups from Tennessee later last summer. Some day we may adopt a Cairn again.
-Jim Bowman, Ocean View, Delaware
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Scooter Berloni: 2004 - August 26, 2020
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Scooter, who played Toto in NBC’s THE WIZ LIVE, crossed the Rainbow Bridge on August 26, 2020 at the age of 16. Bill and Dorothy adopted Scooter and his brother Ralphie from Cairn Rescue USA for the NBC production of THE WIZ LIVE back in 2015. Scooter and Ralphie were 11 years old when adopted, and proved that you can teach an old dog new tricks! Scooter made guest TV appearances in MR ROBOT, HIGH MAINTENANCE and LITTLE VOICE. He was the sweetest and most gentle dog. He and his brother are now reunited “over the rainbow.”
Thank you to all who touched their lives.
(Read Scooter's and Ralphie's (Rocky's) rescue story HERE.)
-Bill and Dorothy Berloni, Higginbotham, Connecticut
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Skippy Gibson: April 20, 2007 - August 27, 2020
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My Cairn mix Skippy came into my life from a local shelter as an owner surrender in January 2013. He was an amazing dog.
-Anne Gravitt Gibson, Roxboro, North Carolina
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Skippy Lewis: July 26, 2002 - August 26, 2020
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Skippy came to live with us "temporarily" in early 2003 when he was 6 months old. He was a "wild child" and a difficult youngster with zero manners. Although at that time he was not ours to train, I decided that if we were to co-exist on any sort of meaningful level for any amount of time, training would be required.
His trainer suggested the dog sport of "agility" as a good outlet for his youthful exuberance and that suggestion would change our lives. For the next 13 years we would train and compete in agility, and our new avocation would lead us to visit places, meet people and accomplish things I could never have imagined. "Team Skippy" earned many titles and attended 2 national championships and two prestigious AKC invitational events.
Perhaps more importantly, Skippy led me to Cairn Rescue USA. That was perhaps his greatest legacy, as the lives of countless Cairns were impacted because he came into my life.
-Shell and Jim Lewis, Geneva, Illinois
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Smokey Burkhalter-Chanen: November 23, 2007 -
September 26, 2020
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In memory of our beloved Smokey, who died September 26, 2020, after a period of worsening illness. We had adopted him in 2011, from CRUSA foster parents Linda and Fred Savage in Maryland. Smokey was about 14 years old at the time of his death.
Missing our little boy every day. Until we meet again ... forever in our hearts ...
(Click HERE for more pictures of beautiful Smokey.)
-Jack Burkhalter and Lawrence Chanen, Roosevelt Island, New York
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Smokey Radosevich: 2005 - August 6, 2020
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Having a dog will bless you with many of the happiest days of your life, and one of the worst.
Our beloved Smokey has gone to the Rainbow Bridge. He was with us nine years, two of them as our foster dog and the last seven as officially ours. Smokey welcomed roughly thirty fosters into our home with very few confrontations. He was his own Cairn, stubborn and had attitude, but he could be affectionate and sweet at times.
You will be missed, our Mokey Mokey!
-Shannon and Joe Radosevich, New Berlin, Wisconsin
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Sparky Rice: September 17, 2003 – July 25, 2020
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Our sweet, sweet boy was the best dog ever. One day as just a pup, Sparky picked our family to be his own and gave us seventeen years of joy! He had such a unique personality. He loved to play rough, but equally enjoyed lap time. Sparky was the best snuggler. His favorite things were his “babies” (stuffed animals) and tennis balls. Road trips were also special and stops for Sparky’s “road food” (chicken nuggets) were frequently enjoyed. When Sparky stayed behind, we were greeted upon returning home by his sweet face, wagging tail, and kisses -- these memories I’ll cherish forever.
Our lives were so much better because of the joy and love he brought to this world. Sparky is loved more than words can describe.
Fly with the angels, sweet boy, because you deserve all the comfort and happiness possible. We miss you each and every day.
-Kris Rice, Charlotte, North Carolina
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Tagger Ike: July 19, 2007 – September 8, 2020
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Tagger, a Welsh Terrier, became part our family at two months old. He joined Roxy Welsh and Charlie Airedale as our furry family members. Tagger was a fun-loving dog. He loved to run, and play ball and chase with his family and friends. He always had to be in control in the yard and take the ball or toy from the others. Tagger also acted like a herding dog – when all the pups were called to come in, he would go after them and herd them to the back door for me. He was a tough little terrier, always bossing others. Even the Airedale would tuck tail and run from him.
Tagger always brought a smile to my face. I was his human. He had his health issues, but it never affected his ability to be “King” of his domain. Tagger was and is still loved very deeply, and missed more than I can say. I love you… you little Bad A** dog. Until we meet again, you will beat in my heart forever.
-Jackie Ike, Tampa, Florida
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Turkey Ike: 2008 – September 18, 2019
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Turkey was a rescue dog—a Yorkie/Terrier mix -- that my daughter adopted. He had been left in a crate for days, starved, and was covered in poop and urine burns all over his tiny body. As he became older, he developed diabetes, and that’s when he was left in my care.
Turkey was a wonderful little dog. He became my husband’s constant companion. They played ball. He loved his plastic swimming pool and would go crazy over the water hose. He slept with my husband and always had a blanket to snuggle at night. Turkey was a wonderful companion and always kept us on our toes. He is missed very much every day, and there will never be another like him. Momma and Daddy love and miss you, sweet Turkey…until we meet again.
-Jackie Ike, Tampa, Florida
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Tess was a dog with many names. She came to her CRUSA foster home three years ago at age 10, one of the Hancock Mill dogs. (Hancock Mill was a puppy mill in Illinois). Her mill name was Fancy Bright; her foster home name was Poppet. When she entered foster care, she was not housebroken, was afraid of everything, and had a hard time jumping because of having been kept in a small cage.
She came to her forever home with us in Maine three years ago. It didn’t take long for her to realize that there is more to life than being a breeder. After adopting her, we renamed her Tess and she really blossomed. Tess made so much progress in the few years she was with us. She loved sniffing, something she did not pay any attention to when she first arrived. She became curious, and loved meeting other dogs and riding in the car looking out the window. Tess never was a good eater but did beg for treats. She even learned to chew on a bone and enjoy it.
She came to the office with me every working day, and everyone loved her. When we went to Greece for a wedding last year, we left Tess with a friend who has a bunny. She and the bunny bonded. They would sleep curled up together; sometimes the bunny climbed on her. Tess even tried eating lettuce (but didn't like it)! (Click HERE for a picture of Tess and Bun the bunny).
What a joy Tess had been, and how hard it was to lose her. She had a seizure in late November and went downhill quickly. The vet diagnosed a brain tumor and gave her steroids, but they helped for only a couple days. We made the right decision for her and were able to be with her at the veterinarian’s when the time came to release her from the pain. We are heartbroken.
There is a huge hole in our hearts. We loved her dearly. Tess brought such love and joy into our lives.
- Penny Shar, Bangor, Maine
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The Final Tribute in Pictures
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WRITERS AND CONTRIBUTORS to the 9th Rainbow Edition
To all the incredible people who shared the stories of their Cairns who have gone to the bridge - we thank you for sharing your love with our readers. To Shell Lewis for the video, to Maria Sanders and Bob and Rosemary Shire for help with the edits, and to Vi Argueta, Brenda Jo Isaacs and Linda Savage for your input. A labor of love for all, with the hope that the memories will sustain each one of you who is grieving a loss.
Marilyn Royle, Editor in Chief
Cairn Rescue USA is a national 501(c)(3) Dog Rescue for Cairn Terriers and "mostly Cairn" mixes of all ages and backgrounds. Visit www.CairnRescueUSA.com and our Facebook Page for more information.
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