MEMORIAL PAGE |
"PETS LEAVE PAW PRINTS ON OUR HEARTS"
If you would like a memorial for your pet to appear on this page, please email
one of the customer care crew. Don't forget to attach a photo of your pet
and their date of birth/death. |
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 CAZ
BURNS 18/03/1999 - 30/06/2010:
You were 19 months old
when you came to live with me. We bonded immediately.
We have so
many precious memories of a wonderful dog - too many to write
here. You made us laugh with your amazing character and
personality. You were such an affectionate dog who loved his
cuddles, and we have to say - food!
To us you
were the most perfect handsome Retriever.
Thankfully
at the end you did not suffer and although far too sudden for
us, you slipped away in your sleep surrounded by the friends at
Animal Ark who loved you too.
To say you
are missed is an understatement, but we are so grateful that you
touched our lives in such a special way. You will never be
forgotten. Sleep well “Cazy.”
Thank you to all the staff at Animal Ark who cared for our Boy
on many occasions, but especially to Lyndon who I believe
through his skills gave me so many more years with Caz than I
believe I would have had. |

CHAD RIX 29/11/1996 -
19/07/2011:
Our Dear Chad
We miss you so much, Our lives and home is just not the same
without you.
You were so special to us. The novelty never wore off. We loved
you more and
more each day. For almost 15 years you were our loyal loving
friend. Sleep
peacefully.
.
A big thank you to all the lovely kind staff at Animal Ark, who
were so
considerate and kind to Chad. An extra special thank you to
Lyndon. Without
his special care and skills, Chad would not have been here for
so long.
Lyn, Gordon, and Steve Rix | |
 LIGHTNING
PATEL 11/09/1994 - 28/06/2011:
- A fighter till the end -
You were just
eight months old when we brought you home, you fitted in
straight away,
you observed us for 2 weeks and then...
you jumped and barked so much we had a heart attack.
From that day on to keep you quiet was a challenge in itself.
You were so mischievous and spoilt,
In your life time you got rejected by a dog trainer (because you
were so naughty),
you had a tummy operation,
you jumped off the roof to chase a cat and we found you in
someone's garden,
you bit 5 people and 1 dog,
you got a nail stuck in your bum (god knows how),
you some how got a serious skin rash,
you had a lump removed from you foot,
you kept going into the neighbours garden...and other countless
silly things...
However no matter what you went through you came out strong.
You loved carrots, cake, ice-cream, chicken nuggets and
especially cheese and chocolates were your best friend...
Even though you got yourself into so much trouble you were mum
and dads favourite,
we always said that you were dads tail...
No matter what happened you protected us like a mother...
When you came home on Tuesday evening we thought you would make
it through slowly...
and you were,
but we guess it got too much for you and your body gave up
exactly a week later...
we knew you didn't want to go but we knew it was your time to
go,
you had a wonderful 16 years and 1 month with us and we are very
grateful for that...
we hope your in peace now that the suffering has gone away,
you will always be remembered because your loved so much.
you were another daughter to Mum, Dad, Motamummy and Bena and
another sister to Mitel, Reshma, Akash and Rax...
we miss you sooooo much and love you loadssss
We would like to say a extra special thank you to Lyndon for
looking after Lightning, you have known her since she was a baby
and we know she loved you loads...
you were probably the only vet that she didn't try to bite and
she was actually well behaved with you. thank you for never
giving up on her.
Also thank you to all the nurses and staff members at animal ark
for looking after her. |

BENSON TAYLOR 16/06/2004
- 09/05/2011:
- A real trouper till the end -
Until last year you were fit and well
And then a lump was found –
Lymphoma they said which was treatable
Remission was quite feasible.
Treatment was started and you were spoilt
From family, vets and nurses,
They used to fight to care for you as you were very special
Then came the day when we were told that no more could be done,
But give him hugs and love him lots
This battle we have not won.
We lost you on that Monday Night
We didn’t want you to go,
I didn’t want to say goodbye
The thought just makes me cry.
Sleep now my precious baby boy
No more suffering to endure
Dream of the balls and other toys that gave you so much joy.
Dream of walks in the park
With other friends with family quite near,
I close my eyes and feel you –
There’s nothing more to fear.
So close your eyes and sleep now, my precious baby boy
Sleep tight, Goodnight, we all love you lots. Xxx
Maggie Taylor 11/05/2011
Quote made by The French Poet Anatole France (1844- 1924) and is so
true:
Until one has loved an animal, part of the soul remains un-awakened.
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 BRUCIE
LAWS 09/08/2003 - 08/04/2011:
Bruce was given his name by the breeders
because he was a 'Brucie Bonus'. We all had reservations about
the name at first, but we stuck with it as before long we
realised that everything about Brucie was indeed, a bonus.
He was always happy, waggie tailed and a joy to have. Content
to sit and relax with us when we were tired or to run around the
park or Fairlop at an unbelievable speed when we went for walks.
He was the most fabulous companion.
We came to Animal Ark on recommendation and are so pleased that
we did. Your care and consideration for Brucie and us was
tremendous. Helping us to understand what was wrong with him and
to make the right decision once diagnosed with aggressive
stomach cancer.
Our thanks to all of you,
Mr & Mrs Laws |

DAISY CHADWICK 1989
- 31/01/2011:
Dear Lyndon
Just wanted to thank you and all
the nurses and staff for trying to help me. I really appreciated
it.
I am sorry I couldn't continue
anymore. Please give everybody a hug from me and a kiss.
Lots of Love
Daisy Chadwick xxxx |
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 TESS WARD
10/08/2004 - 03/09/2010:
'It is better to have
loved & lost than to never have loved at all'
The quote above is so true, and although at present our pain is
so great we will never loose sight of the fact that we were so
lucky to have had Tess in our lives, even if the time was
shortened. The memories we will keep are plenty and they
will always keep us smiling.
We would like to say a special thank you to Lyndon, Nikki, AD,
Jemma and any other member of staff who dealt with Tess in
person. (We do realise that she probably was the worst patient
in the world!)
We also want to extend our thanks to everyone at Animal Ark both
on the frontline and behind the scenes as we are sure there are
many that helped Tess who we never got to meet.
Our only regret is that you guys at Animal Ark will never get to
see the real Tess as she was with us, our little girl Georgia,
friends and family.
Simply, to us she truly was the best dog in the world!
Thanks again
Jaime, Brett & Georgia Ward. |

OTIS GREEN 07/10/2005
- 02/07/2010:
Goodnight my little cuddlebug, come
greet me when I get there XxX.
Your
suffering shall end now
Though mine has just begun
I did not want to let you go
But I knew the time had come
I held you while you went to sleep
And wish that I could too -
I did not want to say goodbye
I wanted to go with you
Sleep now
my precious baby
Dream of your favourite toy
And tug-of-war with Meeka -
All games that brought us joy
I'll think
how very blessed I've been
For the few short years we shared
I'd not trade them for anything -
Though this heartbreak would be spared
SLEEP TIGHT OTIS - PAW
PRINTS ON MY HEART - MUMMY XXX |
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 CAMMY
CENDROWSKA 2009 - 2010:
I just wanted to express
my thanks and appreciation for the wonderful treatment and care
you all showed to Cammy.
Our biggest
'Thank You' for Lyndon for his incredible service and all the
support.
Thank you
very much.
Klaudia Cendrowska and family. |

NUSHKA SHEAFFER 26/08/1994
- 20/05/2010:
I adored you from the start
You went straight to my heart
Your dear loving ways
And the way we played
We were never apart
Right from the start
In 15 ¾ years
We shared our tears
When you were ill
You had immediate attention
And got over there
With the loving care of Lyndon
He loved you so
You were his boy
He pulled my leg
And said you were his
But he knew in his heart
We could never part
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 MILLIE
DAVEY 21/06/1999 - 17/05/2010:
We had to have our
beautiful boxer Millie put to sleep on May 17 2010.
We
just wanted to thank you all, especially Rose, for looking after
her in her last
few days and for doing your best for her on her last day.
June, Pete, Sam, Laura & Tracey Davey. |

HUNNY SCHNEIDER 16/04/2007
- 03/04/2010:
R.I.P - Our little Girl. Gone too soon but will never be forgotten |
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TINY FRANCIS
MY DOG
You're one in a million,
you're special to me
Affectionate, loyal and good company
You're there when I'm lonely and life seems a bore
You cheer me and offer a comforting paw
The look in your eyes says you quite understand
As you thrust a bewhiskered wet nose in my hand
You never desert me, wherever I go
You're a far better friend than some people I know
I thank you by writing this short monologue
To my faithful devoted companion
MY DOG |

MISSY DOLONEN 1995
- 11/04/2009:
Dearest Missy
Thank you ever so much for being you and for all the good moments we have
shared together.
You were and still are my little baby and I will always miss you, your
small round eyes, and your tender way of loving us.
Missy, I know that you fought until the end little one and when I saw you
for the last time, your way of purring and looking at me were telling me
'mummy I am not well at all''.
I have known you for many years, I have
followed every step you have taken, and I knew that despite all the efforts
you made to be strong, this battle was too hard to fight against.
I will
never forget the sadness in your eyes when I saw you. Please know Missy
that I will always carry you in my heart. You are now with my Daddy and
Heaven probably needs a little one like you.
I will cherish all the moments
we had together and I will never ever forget you precious one. Charlie
misses you, he has been looking for you everywhere.
Farewell Missy, rest in peace now.
Mummy (Mireille) who loves you dearly
'If it should be that I grow weak
and pain should keep me from my sleep
Then you must do what must be done
for this last battle cannot be won
You will be sad, I understand
Don't let your grief then stay your hand
For this day more than all the rest
your love for me must stand the test
We've had so many happy years
what is to come can hold no fears
You would not want me to suffer so
the time has come, please let me go'
Rose, Lyndon, Kirsty thank you for helping Missy until the end. |
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 MAX
FLINTER 10/1996 - 05/01/2009:
Max - the wedding guest -
best dog!
A much
loved and very very much missed Battersea dog.
A real
terrier - determined and funny.
Thanks to
Lyndon for the extra time we had together. |

KUGAR TURNER 05/02/1995
- 04/07/2008:
This most amazing pet was in my
life from when I was aged three. Kugar died from illness of old
age. I have some great memories of him, he was so loving
and is truly missed. My heart ached when he passed away
but I know deep down he is in a better place and there is no
more pain for him. I love you Kugar and always will miss
you. I remember when you carried my niece, Thalia, around
by her nappy!
A LITTLE
DOG ANGEL
High up in
the courts of heaven today a little dog angel waits:
with the other angels he will not play, but he sits alone at the
gates.
"For I know my master will come" says he, "and when he comes he
will call for me."
The other
angels pass him by as they hurry towards the throne.
And he watches them with a wistful eye as he sits at the gates
alone.
"But I know if I just wait patiently that someday my master will
call for me."
And his
master, down on earth below, as he sits in his easy chair,
forgets sometimes, and whispers low to the dog who is not there.
And the little dog angel cocks his ears and dreams that his
master's voice he hears.
And when at
last his master waits outside in the dark and cold,
for the hand of death to open the door, that leads to those
courts of gold,
he will hear a sound through the gathering dark, a little dog
angel's bark. |
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 BEAU
DAY 03/09/1995 - 18/03/2008:
I wish you were here with
me right now
I would be stroking you and pulling your ears
My heart aches in different ways
And my eyes are full of tears
Now you're gone life is gonna be long.
But I will always remember you, Beauey dear.
All the
good times we spent together
All the walks in the park
We'd stay up late and watch a DVD
Until the night grew dark
But now
you're in heaven and pain will be at bay.
But I will miss you in every single way
And know you're in heaven and making doggy friends
I hope you remember us until the end
We all miss
you Beau, we all love you
Goodbye
From Jodi
(11½) xxx |
 
JUDY KEIL
30/05/2007:
A truly wonderful pet and treasured member of our family taken
away from us so suddenly.
Never forget you, always love you.
Miss you still so much. |
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 DIGBY
TOGHILL 1990 - 23/11/2007:
Dear Digby,
You were not 'the biggest dog in the world', but for me you were the
'best dog in the world'. Seventeen years of unconditional love.
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JAKE RICE 09/10/2007:
I've been your friend for a long time
You helped me to learn to trust again
I haven't always toed the line
But you showed me love just the same
There were times when I snapped and
snapped
You were there patient and kind
I never felt that I was trapped
Only trust and comfort did I find
What times we had when we walked in
the park
You would throw the ball as far as you could
Then I'd run and run and bark and bark
And fetch it back just like I should
Sometimes you were tired and I was
too
But you still took me out for my breath of air
Then we wearied back, just as two
You'd let me sleep to show you care
Somehow I seem to have got old
My legs no longer want to run
I find I often feel the cold
And walking does not seem such fun
I know you know that I am not well
You can see the pain in my eyes
My time is nearly up you can tell
We must soon say our goodbyes
Thank you for my wonderful life
I hope I gave you lots of joy
Not too much wrong in my ways
I tried to be a good boy
I'm happy now at peace
Free from weariness and pain
So be happy for me please
Always your friend I will remain
Love Jake |
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 LIBBY WILLIAMS
03/04/2006:
We miss you Libby so
much. There is a piece of our hearts that won't ever heal.
Forever friends.
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BEN COLVER
23/01/1996 - 23/12/2005:
Our lovely bouncy boy has left a void in our lives.
Taken from us after a lengthy illness, we still miss him every
single day. |