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
 I adopted Kita in September 2013, and we spent 6 ½ years together until her death from congestive heart failure on March 27, 2020. Kita was a friend to all living beings. She adopted a stuffed beaver toy at her foster home and cared for him lovingly, carrying him from room to room and making sure he was never neglected or left out of the fun. She was patient and gentle, making her beloved among the children on my block who would abandon their games to pet her. If you were a car or truck, she would fiercely defend the neighborhood against your noisy behavior. Kita loved food and delighted in munching snow. She loved a good nap but was always game for adventure, from spotting her first buffalo in Custer National Park to visiting the folks at my mother’s care facility. She was fond of meeting friends on our walks, and of receiving their flattering comments and tasty treats. I was fortunate to have her friendship and was blessed by her presence in my life. |
 Skye was rescued from a life of breeding and was adopted by a loving family who allowed her to shine. She found a best friend in Sheltie brother Killian, who continued to watch out for her in her golden years. Skye completed a 6-week tricks class in just 3 weeks, went on to earn her Canine Good Citizen, and became a certified therapy dog. Routine and togetherness were very important to her. Cuddles, belly rubs and neck and back rubs from mom and dad every morning, and she would touch the back of mom's leg in the bathroom as a reminder that Skye, too, needed her teeth brushed. Skye loved going for car rides to the dog park or for walks as a family unit. She supervised in the kitchen, ensuring that the fruits and vegetables were fresh and edible, watermelon and cantaloupe being a favorite snack. We had to say goodbye to our Skye on March 27th, 2020. She brought such joy to our lives! She learned a lot from Killian and he learned a lot from her. |
 Sweet Rusty was nursed back to health by his foster family after gallbladder surgery while in rescue. Once healthy and strong, he found the perfect forever retirement home with a lovely lady who was committed to maintaining his slim and trim figure through daily walks. As he grew more confident, his presence became bigger and bigger, checking the back door for intruders and guests, investigating who was eating what and whether it was shareable, monitoring all food-related doings in the kitchen whether the activity was putting away groceries, preparing meals, doing dishes, washing the floor, investigating the contents of cupboards and drawers, checking Nani's dish to make sure she ate every crumb, barking loudly and enthusiastically at any provocation (which Nani loved to provide) or for no reason whatsoever. |
 Our sweet Angel crossed the Rainbow Bridge on Saturday. She came to us as a foster on February 22, 2012. She was 7 years old. When she was placed in my arms, we knew she was here to stay. It was such a joy to watch her blossom from a shy little girl to the first one to greet a guest, waiting to be noticed. She was a tiny Sheltie, but she had all of us in her little paw. She was a diva who ruled our other dogs, and was the first one to the bedroom each night. She wanted to be sure to be the first one to our bed. We will always be grateful to Minnesota Sheltie Rescue for bringing this sweet little girl into our lives. Our hearts are heavy, but our memories will always be with us. Goodbye, Sweet Angel. |
