Rainbow Bridge

2018

My ratties that are no longer with us. They may have passed from this world, but they are still in my heart.

The Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
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MLWR Soarin - 9/29/15 - 2/22/18

Developed some hind end weakness in his last few weeks. Stayed bright and active, very inquisitive, great weight. Lungs relatively clear for his age, no significant issues noted on necropsy.

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MLWR Black Tupelo - 10/11/15 - 2/11/18

Small cyst by back leg, but did not cause trouble. Passed away in his cage. No significant findings.

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MLWR Mountain Ash - 10/11/15 - 1/29/18

Found passed away in his cage. Some lung abscesses seen on necropsy, but maintained healthy weight through life, not significant respiratory signs noted.

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BVR Root Beer Tapper - 7/22/15 - 1/4/18

Had lost a bit of weight but remained active and kept up with his buddies well. No obvious problems noted.

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