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#292 Daisy
Daisy
GSRNE #292
2006? – 5/2019
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The Rainbow Bridge has welcomed another GSRNE Angel. Daisy was a dog who was happiest playing with her ball. Oh how she loved that ball… Everyday this sweet girl would enthusiastically wait at the door patiently with her ball for Mom & Dad to take her out to play fetch. She also loved going on walks to the park, and riding in the car. Her family loved her dearly and would spoil her with homemade cooked food at mealtimes, and allowed her on the couch where she would eagerly watch her birds and squirrel friends through the window. She was a cherished member of their family and is missed by all.
Adopted: April 24, 2010
#319 Kurt
Kurt
GSRNE #319
2011 – 3/15/2019
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With heavy hearts we had to say goodbye to our sweet goofy boy Kurt. He had started to lose function of his back legs which quickly led to his bowels and bladder no longer working. Kurt joined our family as a foster needing special treatment, and who eventually earned the nickname “Moose” due to his large size. Before being dropped off at the original shelter, he had suffered from a poorly healed fracture of his leg, which caused some immobility issues. He had unfortunately contracted MRSA from his stay at the Humane Society and needed heavy treatment. Unfortunately the infection plagued him throughout his life, going away for some time then coming back when his allergies would flare, requiring intense treatment each time. He was a fighter though, he pushed through everything he faced, even with his legs were giving up on him. He never missed a chance to wash your face or yell at the TV when an animal was on it. Upon arriving to our home he met and took immediately to his sister Nela #305. When they first met, he loved to try to get her attention, much to Nela’s frustration. Eventually his best buddy Rookie (an Old English lab) moved in, which delighted him to no end, since he now had a friend who loved to play with him and who Kurt could “torment.” We didn’t know what to expect from our clumsy moose upon the arrival of our son, but Kurt fell in love with him, watching over him as he slept and keeping an eye on him when he played. Two years later he went on to do the same for our daughter, who became Kurt’s favorite person, since she loved to share her food with him (even when she had to go find where he was sleeping!). Kurt was a cherished member of our family and he will be greatly missed.
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#286 Maggie Moo
Maggie Moo
GSRNE #286
2009 – 2/21/2019
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Maggie Moo (originally known as Ferri) was one of GSRNE’s “F Litter” puppies. When we took her mom, Freida, into GSRNE, we did not know Freida was expecting pups!
Maggie joined her loving family in February 2010. She loved to antagonize the cats, chew things (not always the items she she was supposed to chew), go for walks, ride in the car, and hike in the woods and down by the river. She even went for a ride in a kayak! Maggie loved her playtime at the dog park and she would gravitate to the other German Shepherds! Her favorite toy was the flexible Frisbee she was given as a “new baby” gift. Her family tells us that Maggie was a wonderful friend, confidant, workout partner, protector, and a kind of a workout instructor for the cats. Sadly, sweet Maggie Moo was only 9 years old when she crossed the Bridge due to cancer. Rest in peace, dear girl.
#285 Parker
Parker
GSRNE #285
2008 – 1/10/2019
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Our dear Parker has passed away. Parker was about a year old when he came into GSRNE, after having lived in a basement. His paws had never even touched grass and he had to learn that that walking on grass was okay. Parker was much loved by his adoptive family who gave him a wonderful life. He had been diagnosed with DM (degenerative myelopathy) several months prior to his passing, but he had been doing well. He died quietly one night, at the age of 10 years old. We’ll miss you, good buddy.
Adopted: February 5, 2010
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#464 Elvis
Elvis
GSRNE #464
4/28/2013 – 9/20/2019
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Dear Elvis,
You have left us, and we still can’t look at your photos without becoming teary-eyed. We love you with all our hearts. You have no idea how much we miss you, beautiful boy.
We lost our beautiful Elvis suddenly to bloat (GDV). He was rushed to the hospital at the first sign, but they just couldn’t save him. It’s hard enough when we see our dogs slowing down and getting old, but losing one still young and active like Elvis is almost unbearable. Our dogs become such a huge part of our lives.
Elvis was a pretty amazing boy and a huge presence in his home. He had such a BIG personality and was always looking forward to that next adventure. His family told us he was the smartest dog they have ever had. His enthusiasm for everything in life always brought a smile to their faces. Their house is too quiet now, his bed is empty, and they miss him terribly. Elvis also left behind his sister, Ava; they were both rescue dogs and they were the best of friends. Inseparable and always together.
We extend our deepest sympathy to Loueen and Larry. We are so grateful to you both for giving Elvis a wonderful forever home. He was a beautiful dog and clearly a much-loved member of your family.
Rest in peace Elvis, GSRNE #464.
#507 Duke
Update 16 July 2019
Duke is a healthy, happy and large dog. His weight has settled in at 118 lbs.He eats 4 cups of food twice a day. Daily walks and lots of time in the yard playing with his favorite balls. Helen has always been alpha and our dogs through the years have all seemed attached to her. Duke decided to make me his alpha and is attached to my hip. Since Helen works from home and will be retiring next year much of Duke’s time is spent with me since I’m retired. He is very loving to both of us. He’s very protective of our home and property so when people visit we introduce in a calm friendly manner and after a few minutes of introduction and treats he accepts our friends and family completely. On walks he is friendly to strangers but prefers not to have other dogs around. We did take him to a 6 wk obedience school and had no problem with a room full of leashed dogs. He graduated with flying colors after passing all the command tests. Duke does have a high prey drive and since we have 6 parrots we had to gate the bird room. We have a Blue and Gold Macaw, Mikey, who has no love for Duke. Duke’s feelings are mutual. They will occasionally yell at each other in their own voices. Can get quite LOUD. Many thanks to GSRNE for arranging our first meeting with Duke and his foster family. He is in his forever home and a pure joy for Helen and I.
Adopted: 3 November 2018
Bio
Duke is a handsome boy with a soft, shiny coat; he has long legs, strong shoulders and an alert look. He enjoys his daily walks around the neighborhood during the week and longer walks in the woods on weekends and has an extra spring in his step when exploring a new trail. He walks nicely on a loose leash and remains calm when other dogs pass by.
We don’t know what his early years were like, but we were told by shelter personnel that his skin sores and ear infection were due to his living conditions before they took him in. They treated his health issues and gave him good care until he was ready to move on to foster care before finding his forever home.
Duke’s foster Dad told us that he knew some commands but needed to brush up on manners; he would try begging at the table and would be mouthy when overly excited. With the help of our Training Director, Duke has learned to be good company and responds to directions. He doesn’t beg, steal, chew or bark around the house and is a pleasure to live with.
He’s very affectionate and will sometimes lean against the person who is petting him and then melt down to the floor, starting with his head and ending up on his side on top of your feet. He likes to be touched and is delighted when you pat his forehead or rub his ears or butt. If you gently rub his chest while he’s laying down, he will relax and drift off to sleep.
He loves playing with toys and is excited to chase his Wubba toy when it is tossed for him. Rubber balls are also favorites, and he will show off his soccer skills if you try to dribble a ball around him or pass it to him. He enjoys his Nylabone too and really appreciates if you grip it for him so he can focus on chomping. He also knows how to play by himself when you have something else to do.
Duke likes to eat and, in addition to his meals, he is keen to receive snacks. You can fill his Tricky Treat ball with kibble and he knows how to roll it around and make it dispense the goodies. Or you can grab a handful of kibble, tell him to sit and then feed him one kibble at a time between thumb and forefinger. He will take them from you so tenderly that you may feel only his lips.
If you fill his Kong toy with kibble and head for his crate, Duke will jump right into it. He is used to staying in a crate when his people are at work, but he is not comfortable if a visitor comes in while he’s crated. He can be brought into the room on leash once a visitor is seated, and he likes to get acquainted slowly.
Duke will thrive in a home where he can be involved with daily activities. He wants to be with his people and will follow you around during the day, lay down next to you in the evening while you watch TV and sleep in your bedroom at night. He’s quite intelligent and will appreciate a routine that includes both indoor games and outdoor exercises and walks. He’s a good companion in the car and will ride quietly when you’re doing errands. He listens when you talk to him and learns your routines and habits quickly. Duke will respond well to someone who has German Shepherd experience and knows how to be a good leader!
#202 Rocky
Rocky
GSRNE #202
2000 – 11/2018
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It is with tremendous sadness that we share that Rocky, GSRNE #202 crossed the rainbow bridge earlier this week.
We all know the worst part about owning a dog is having to say goodbye, and that goodbyes often feels far too soon. GSRNE’s Rocky was lucky; life gave him the gift of dying as an old man, at 17.5 years of age. This is a rare and extraordinarily ripe old age for the German Shepherd breed.
Adopted in 2002, Rocky was an owner-surrender and he had a great deal of separation anxiety. It took months for him to finally feel comfortable and bond with his foster Dad, who soon became his forever Dad.
We have so many memories of this remarkable dog. He shared his home and his Dad with many of our GSRNE foster dogs for the past 15 years–often hosting as many as four foster siblings per year. Rocky welcomed them all. This handsome boy was so easy going and also accompanied his Dad, Danny, on many in-take evaluations at shelters and homes for dogs coming in to our Rescue. They shared a special bond and were inseparable. Rocky loved riding “shotgun” in the front seat of the pickup truck, and even when his hips were too weak to stand he still got up to head to the dog park every morning with Danny.
Our dogs are members of our family in every way that matters, which makes losing them all the more devastating. We can’t imagine how lonely our friend Danny is now without his Rocky. For so many years Rocky was a huge part of Danny’s everyday life, and it has to be heartbreaking now–no more trips to the dog park, no more making that special home made “doggie meatloaf,” no more best buddy riding in the pickup truck on everyday errands. Now just an empty dish and leash and a lifetime of memories to comfort him and fill his heart until they meet again for a joyful reunion at the Bridge.
We love you and we will miss you, Rocky. With your sweet kisses and unconditional love, you brought much joy into our hearts at so many of our events. Run free, handsome boy, and catch those squirrels with your buddy Nitro.
#208 Eragon
Eragon
GSRNE #208
2006 – 11/4/2018
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We were shocked and our hearts saddened to hear of the sudden and unexpected loss of Eragon. He was a large, confident, beautiful male who was always a big presence with a loud bark at all our GSRNE events. Eragon came to GSRNE at the tender age of 6 months, when he was found wandering the streets of Worcester. Adopted in 2007, it was only a few years later that Eragon gave back to the Rescue that saved him by welcoming his first GSRNE foster brother, Ember, into his home. Then along came other fosters: Cora, Gemma, and Saphira. Some of Eragon’s favorite activities were playing with his toys, enjoying a walk, swimming at Houghton’s Pond, and sleeping on his Mom’s bed. Words can’t express how saddened we still are to hear of his loss. After sharing a home with Eragon for over 12 years, his family can’t believe that they won’t find him on the sofa or in his bed anymore.
We love you Eragon, we’ll see you at the Bridge…
Adopted: June 7, 2007
