In Memoriam
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In Loving Memory of Kinsey  Kinsey was a special girl. She loved to be around people. In Loving Memory of Sasha 3 
 Sasha 3 was approximately 11 years old when she went to the Rainbow Bridge. She will be missed.
In Loving Memory of Mona  Mona was a very personable bullie who thrives on attention and loving. She's about 7 years old and was an owner surrender by a family who could no longer care for her. She lived a good life with her foster family until she went to the Rainbow Bridge.
In Loving Memory of Dash In Loving Memory of Petunia  If love could have mended you, you would have lived forever I adopted “Petunia” from Buddies thru Bullies in 2003. I wanted to let Toby know how much my family and I loved and appreciated the time we have had with her. I believe with your program, I gave her a wonderful spoiled life, and she gave my family and I so much love and enjoyment. She was my baby. However on Friday June 29, I had to let her go, her body was over come with cancer. She will forever be in my heart (that is broken into pieces). I want to thank Toby for giving “Tunia” to me and Buddies thru Bullies for allowing me to give her four loving, spoiled and happy years. I admire you all for donating yourselves and your families to these dogs. Thank you again!!! Carrie Waddle, Plantation, FL In Loving Memory of Dozer 4
In Loving Memory of Brody  We lived with our Brody for less than a year when she suddenly died on June 9, 2007. She had lived with our daughter Beth but we had to babysit for her for two months while Beth studied for her medical boards and moved to Atlanta. We returned Brody to Beth only to have to turn around and drive her right back up to Connecticut, to what she decided was her forever home. Brody seemed to love being the only girl, beside her mommy, in an all boy household. She took over and was the boss! Brody spent the last year of her life being hugged, kissed and loved, and when she died, she died in the arms of the people who loved her. Don Riccitelli and Ellen Collins Riccitelli In Loving Memory of Joseph
We lost our little laughing Joseph on
June 24, 2007. Having been adopted, we were never absolutely certain of his
age, but to us, he was our little baby. Joey was the sweetest little boy and
anyone who knew him, loved him. He made everyone smile with his happy little
face, chubby body and round little feet. He looked as if he stepped out of the
display window at F.A.O. Schwartz. He was perfect, simply perfect. He
died suddenly, without warning, and our world will never be the same. We loved
him more than I could ever, ever say in words. We feel his loss deeply and
miss him profoundly. In Loving Memory of Arthur 
Arthur was a surrender to the Jacksonville animal shelter, along with Abbie. Arthur was a big old love who likes to snuggle and get kisses. Laying on the porch for an afternoon nap was also a favorite pastime. In Loving Memory of Mr. Magoo 
 August 10, 2007 Some people come into our lives and quickly go Others stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts And we are never the same. In Loving Memory of Baxter 
Submitted by Judy Ditfurth Baxter came into my life in January of 1997. He was 2 1/2 years old and was being given up by a family who, while they loved him deeply, felt they could not give him the time he deserved due to a dramatic change in their lifestyle. I fell in love with Bax the moment I saw him...for me, from that minute on, he was as close as he could be to the most perfect dog one could ask for. My other dogs took to him immediately, even Amanda, my little female Bullie known for her erratic personality and they were soon best friends. Bax also loved my cats and they loved him in return. In the ten years plus that I was allowed the joy of sharing his life, he never disappointed me. He had the personality that is so desired in a Bulldog - he loved everyone he met - person or animal. I never saw him growl or show any display of temper. In 1999, he made me so proud by winning a silver medal in the Bullympics. Sadly, in April of 2006, at age 11, he lost his eyesight and it broke my heart that what time he had left would be spent in darkness. Being Bax, he adapted to his situation better than I did. However, by May of this year, things were not going well for him - in addition to the blindness, he was showing more and more the problems brought on by his age. On May 16th, it was apparent that he was tired and ready to leave us and, with me holding him close, my wonderful vet helped him go peacefully to the Rainbow Bridge. I miss him more than words can express, but I find comfort in knowing he is again with Amanda and that those beautiful eyes are once again seeing everything in a body that is once again strong. This picture of Baxter is from several years ago, as he should be remembered.
In Loving Memory of Hank 
Our sweet Hank aka Hanky Panky went to the Rainbow Bridge on Easter Sunday 2007. Hank had the best personality and loved everyone he met. He had the cutest bug eyes that made him irresistible when he begged for treats. A severe cardiac problem took him from us way too soon. Rest
in Peace Hanky; you left a lasting impression on everyone in BTB who knew you
and will never be forgotten.
August 29.1999 to February 19, 2007
Mom (and Dad, Kaylee and Winston)
1995 - March 9, 2007 I will never forget the first glimpse I had of Beau. He was sitting in classic bully style in his crate, legs out to the side and this big old head visible though the small holes in the crate. I opened the crate and the biggest front paws I had ever seen on a bulldog emerged. It took Beau a long time to get used to the fact that no one was going to hurt him at our house. He must have had a scary life before BTB. He had triggers that prompted an aggressive response for about two years. We learned to avoid these things, and by the third year he was with us, those things no longer bothered him. He knew he was safe. And, despite the few things that bothered Beau, so many things were a joy for him. He loved belly rubs, always rolling on his side to show us his “pig belly”. He loved petting and would “give the paw” to get you to pet him. He loved his uncle Kevin, his aunts Janet and Marleen, and his sister, Runway the Corgi. He loved to eat, pretty much anything, but especially McDonald’s French fries. He liked laying flat on his tummy on the cold ceramic floor in the summer and being snuggled in a blanket on the bed in the winter. I will also never forget the last time I looked in Beau’s eyes. He had been very sick for three weeks because of a large tumor in his chest and the time had come. He was refusing all food, even McDonald’s French fries. His eyes were full of pain and his body language told us he was miserable. As his favorite vet gave him the final shot, his eyes changed and he was relieved, – I watched his eyes slowly close, then I put on my most red lipstick and left kiss marks all over his white fur. We will miss him forever and are so glad we had the opportunity to adopt him. We are thankful to his foster mom, Toby, and to all the BTB people who help homeless bullies like Beau. Rest in peace, Beauregard. We love you and
miss you. Mom and Pop. In Loving Memory of Bruno 
We were lucky enough to meet Bruno (whose name was Bolo at the time) in July of 2005 and immediately he became one of our family members. I never had any contact with bulldogs before, so you can imagine how shocked I was by the strange noises throughout his body, not to mention the aromas permeating around him. And when he walked, I could swear it was an old woman with big old feet and big slippers....he was even big enough that he made the floors creak. I certainly could not get over how he snored.....I mean SNORED. For the first few months I could not sleep without taking a Tylenol PM because he kept me awake with his noises that came forth from his pushed in nose. All of that, coupled with the fact that I did not find these dogs the least bit attractive, I figured, well, my boyfriend loves his look, and he seems sweet so maybe he'll grow on me. Well, truer words could never have been spoken. This goofy, sweet, adorable, silly stocky short-legged, muscular boy won my heart in no time. Not only mine, but all who entered our home. He had the ability to smile and pout, and look at me with one eye as if to say "what you talkin about?? You want me to do what???? It's doubtful." Bruno, as we named him, came to us from this wonderful organization, and he had been through several owners, who apparently never took the time to see what an amazing fella he was. These people must have ruled him with an iron hand, treating him like a pet instead of part of the family, because he would not beg at the table and would not jump on the furniture..... or misbehave at all...........that is.....until I taught him too. Then every night at dinner, there he sat next to me and whined until I gave him something from the table (I know how wrong that was...but those big brown eyes got to me)... and every night we cuddled with him on the couch. Sometimes, he let my boyfriend know that he didn't belong on the couch and it was reserved for just me and Bruno. Of course, my boyfriend obliged. So he was moved around a bit from one home to another until God put us all together, and what a match it was. Bruno never left my side. He followed me all over the house. I did things for him that I don't think I would have done for a child, if I had one. For instance, constantly cleaning his dry eye and putting drops in; cleaning his ears, brushing his teeth; cleaning the folds along his face; cleaning his nose and nostrils; even cleaning his hiney. And the kisses I gave him......he loved to be kissed and cuddled...especially in the morning. If it was possible, I would take him in the car, as long as I knew I would not be getting out. Where ever we went, he was a show stopper indeed. Unfortunately, our time with Bruno was cut short. We had him only 1 1/2 years. He recently became very ill and with all the love we have in our hearts for him, we could not be selfish and keep him while he would be suffering and uncomfortable. Bruno went to the Rainbow Bridge this past Tuesday, February 20th, 2007. I find it difficult to walk into my home, as this little crazy creature is no longer greeting me at the door, wagging what he thinks was his tail. Or making those bullie sounds at me because he demanded attention. Snorting at me and sneezing his juices all over my walls. I miss it all terribly. No, now our house is quiet and dull and lifeless, and I would give anything to have him back. I have to remember that Bruno lived fully this past year and half and he was family and he knew it. He was loved and he knew it. That is what I need to focus on. Carol and Toby do such wonderful, selfless work each and every day for these fine boys and girls, and if they are lucky enough to find them homes like Bruno had with us, then God Bless them in every way. I thank God for people like Carol and Toby, and I thank God that Bruno was in our lives, even if for just a brief time. The last part of his journey on this earth was shared with his family who adored him. This is for Bruno, who we will love forever. I know he can never be replaced, but we will help and bring other bullies into our lives and into our home..........and we were lucky enough to have begun this part of our journey with Bruno. We love you my little muffin boy....now and always, and we will see you one day waiting for us at the Rainbow Bridge. You'll always be my baby boy...always. Bruno's mom and dad. In Loving Memory of Sadie 
Sadie was a special Bulldog, she had lots of energy and lots of love to give. When Sadie first came into our home we thought we adopted Cujo, then after a month or so she settled down and became a member of the family. She is going to be missed greatly and we all know she is in a better place now. Adopting Sadie was one of the best things this family ever did." In Loving Memory of Lou AKA..."Lou-Lou", "my baby-boy", or "Stinky-Butt"  June 5,1996 - December 3, 2006 It is so hard to write this about the dog that has touched my very soul and all I can do is pray I will see him again somehow. From the first time I saw you and adopted you at 12 weeks, I was in love with you. And what did you do?? FART!! What a smell. But all I wanted to do was take care of you. And you wanted to do the same and I felt that. You were always under my feet and protecting me. Always concerned where I was and what I was doing. I joked about it, but I loved it!! You made it known that I was the center of your world. Your funny way of falling asleep (sitting up!!) and how you would tuck your feet under my legs at night and rest your head on me and snore away!! I think the fact that you showed you loved me as much as I loved you was something I will never forget. But I am most proud of how you loved children. It was your nature, because there was no exposure previously. And you proved once again when your sister (our daughter Sophia) was born last April. We are so proud of you and the Bullie you are to us. We know you had a long Bullie-life, but you were taken so suddenly from us that night, and if I could have 10 and a half more years, I would do it in a heartbeat. Just to hug your solid neck and chest with all my might like you used to let me do. Just one more hug, my Lou-Lou Baby-boy. I love you and miss you forever.....I only wish someone could have a bond with their dog like I had with my Lou-Lou. Until we meet again!! Andrea Gamlin In Loving Memory of Sawyer 
Sawyer came to BTB as a very old man, how old we don't know. Old guys who aren't real bulldoggy aren't at the top of everyone's adoption want list, so he lived most of his last two years at the "bullie farm" of one of our members. In fact, he was the dignified leader of the pack. Sawyer had been declining for the last couple of weeks and with his multitude of old age problems, his foster mom, along with their vet, knew that Sawyer's time was near. His foster mother said: Last night Sawyer did two of his favorite things...had a big bowl of food and took a little stroll with me around the avocado trees. This morning, he was gone. If I had known we would have done his other favorite thing yesterday, gone for a truck ride. R.I.P My Sweet Old Boy In Loving Memory of Goldie 
Goldie was the cutest little bulldog who had a special bond with her foster mom and eventual adopter, Telma. She was a special needs dog because she had her behavioral challenges, but Telma looked past that and always found the good in her. She could be loving and sweet most of the time, but anyone trying to groom her was in for a chomp from the mighty Goldie. Her unexpected passing was hard to accept for all who loved her in spite of her wicked ways. Goldie had the best years of her life with Telma and Mark. That's what rescue is all about....loving and caring for the ones who are cast aside as too bad, too old or not pretty enough. Although short, Goldie's life was filled with the gift of unconditional love and she knew it. R.I.P. little Goldie. In Loving Memory of Carson  Carson was an older dog who came from the Broward County Animal Control. It was necessary for the ophthalmologist to remove both eyes surgically due to advanced glaucoma to enable him to be pain free. He loved to sleep on his foster mom's bed and navigated on his own remarkably well in familiar surroundings. He was a very special guy. In Loving Memory of Mickey aka Taz 
Our beloved Mickey passed away only 5 short years after we adopted him. But those 5 years were more fulfilling and pleasurable with his addition to our family. We are glad that we were able to provide him a comfortable home and all the love he wanted and deserved. We will miss him terribly and there will always be a hole in our hearts for our faithful companion. Tim and Dawn Valdez In Loving Memory of Spike 5  Spike 5 was an owner surrender. He was fostered by a wonderful family, who gave this special-needs bully a lot of love and care. Rest in peace, Spike. In Loving Memory of Gunney 
Gunney, you were only with us a short time before some severe medical problems took you from us. Gunney had been surrendered by his owner in his senior years to an animal shelter in the panhandle of Florida. He was a wonderful, gentle old guy. Rest in peace sweet Gunney. In Loving Memory of Donner  Donner came to BTB from the Broward County Animal Control shelter as a stray. Donner probably had a rough life before coming to Buddies Thru Bullies. Donner had a sweet and loving disposition. In Loving Memory of Morgan  Morgan was an 8-year-old female who came to BTB from Miami-Dade Animal Services in Medley. She had terrible dry eye, and was taken to the canine Ophthalmologist right away. She had some residual corneal scarring, Her teeth were also in terrible shape and Morgan had to have some extractions. Due to Morgan's advanced age and health issues associated with older dogs, BTB felt that it was best for Morgan to remain with her foster family where she was happy and treated like one of their own. In Loving Memory of Big Shot
Big Shot was a bully who came from Miami-Dade Animal Services.
He had a sweet temperament with people. He really did prefer to be the
"Big Shot."
Submitted by Evelyn Russo Well, she was never any trouble,
in fact we delighted with her company. Once we got her home, she
surprised us with her manners, hence, were named her "Missy", our perfect little
gal. It took longer to get her Her snoring sent me right to the
land of dreams. I finally had my Bulldog. She never suffered any ailments,
never got sick, but it was always in the She was my peace, my rock, my
rest, my confidant, my sister, my daughter, my solace in this crazy world. Many times I joked how Missy and
I were the only "gals" in the house (overpopulated by males~ human and
otherwise). Now it's just me and it's lonely out here without her. In Loving Memory
of Sherlock 
Sherlock was a young bulldog mix received from the Jacksonville Animal Care shelter. He loved to go for walks.
In Loving Memory
of Roxy  Roxy, affectionately known as Granny Dog, came to BTB late in life and was loved by everyone who knew her She loved her walks and naps on the couch. All the angels who cared for you miss you and you'll always have a special place in their hearts. In Loving Memory of Rodney  December's Rodney came from Miami-Dade Animal Services. In Loving Memory of Shorty 
BTB foster family did their best to make his last days his happiest. In Loving Memory of Norbert 
In Loving Memory of Lola  In Loving Memory of Contessa
Submitted by Karen Williams I knew as soon as I saw you that you were meant to be my baby girl - that brindle coat, those big brown eyes, and you were from Miami, just like me.
Becoming your Mom helped me through a very rough spot in my life. Having you run to me when I came home, watching you play "Gimme That" with Dad, even hearing you snore brought a smile to my face.
We
only had 2 years together but I know you are at peace now and that your
Grandma is with you until we meet again. I miss you so much, Baboo.
With Love, Mom
In Loving Memory of Ethan Allen
In Loving Memory of Tiny
Tiny won't be waiting for Beth at the rainbow bridge, he'll be waiting in heaven.
In Loving Memory
of Duffy Duffy was a sweet old guy who came to BTB late in life, having been abandoned at a construction site. He became a "long term foster" who was quite at home and part of the pack at his foster home. Duffy was a chow hound who was first line at dinner time and loved his cookies. Loved those truck rides too. When his medical condition deteriorated, he was adopted in his final days by his foster mom. He went to the Rainbow Bridge officially as part of a family, not a homeless dog. Duffers , your memory will be treasured forever.
In Loving Memory
of Daphne
Daphne was only with us for 5 months, but she walked right into our hearts immediately. Dozer, who doesn’t like any dogs, fell in love with her and they became fast friends. She was too sweet for words. She probably didn’t have the best life--but at least we were able to give her 5 months of being treated like a queen--which she deserved! Her “throne” was on the corner of the couch and she refused to give it up! I’ll never forget her little tongue always sticking out and how she would sleep sitting up. She’d always give you what we called “the paw.” When I said goodbye to her, she was in the oxygen tank at the vet. She was so weak, but she managed to lift up her leg and give me “the paw” one last time--as if to say goodbye.
It turns out Daphne was older than we thought and her little heart just gave out.
In Loving Memory
of Deja
In Loving Memory
of Jazz 2
In Loving Memory
of Ceasar Ceasar came to BTB from the Miami shelter with many medical problems. He was a regal, handsome boy with such a gentle soul. He received the best of veterinary treatment and lots of love and care in his foster home. When the diagnosis was made that he had a severe incurable congenital problem that seriously affected his quality of life, he was helped to the Rainbow Bridge on December 6 surrounded by love. You were with us a short time, Ceasar, but you were very special and will never be forgotten.
In Loving Memory
of Teddy You were only in our care for a short time, but your sweet personality won the hearts of all who knew and loved you. You were like a teddy bear, a big cuddly guy who liked to "give paw". You loved to romp and play with your best little buddy, Frannie. Taken from us unexpectedly during a surgical procedure, you went to the Rainbow Bridge before we could say good-bye. Your foster mom and all your doggie buddies miss you, Bear, and you'll never be forgotten.
In Loving Memory
of Molly Molly came to BTB rescue three years ago with her sidekick Milo. They moved in as fosters, but decided to join the bullie pack permanently. When she came, she was 7 years young and thought she was a puppy. Her favorite things were chasing toys, begging for bites of fresh fruit and bossing Milo around. Molly almost made it to her 11th birthday, but lost her battle with cancer on Sept. 20, 2004. Milo and I miss you, little mama, but know we'll see you again at the Rainbow Bridge.
In Loving Memory
of Bugsy Bugsy had been with Buddies Thru Bullies for 3 years, until he developed a very aggressive cancer that caused his quality of life to deteriorate rapidly.
In Loving Memory
of Buffy
Our little Buffy was in BTB care for almost two years. She conquered several medical problems, but was plagued with serious
behavioral problems.
In Loving Memory
of Rosebud
Rosebud was an older female, around 7 years old, who we got from the Miami-Dade Animal Services in September 2003. Rosebud was rushed from the shelter to our own Veterinarian for large hardened ulcers on her breasts. The doctor said that she needed a total mastectomy. We collected the funds for the surgery. But as the vet was trying to do the surgery, Rosebud just was not healthy enough to make it. She had no healthy tissue for reconstruction, and there was nothing more the vet could do for her. Sweet Rosebud was euthanized while still under anesthesia.
In loving memory of Beauford
In loving memory of Boogie
In loving memory of Mike
In loving memory of Pearl
A “PEARL” by any other name.... On March 5th, 2003 we lost our Pearl. She was known by many names, Pearl, Bailey, Pearl Bailey and some terms of endearment that we called her from time to time. This wonder-dog came into our lives just over a year ago. She was very underweight, couldn’t hold her food down and was extremely nervous. This is one dog where the old saying “let sleeping dogs lay,” really held true.
Bailey slept with her eyes open and didn’t want to be disturbed; I still have the scar on my hand to prove it.
It took a while before she could learn to trust, but the moment she did, you knew it. Her tail wagged like crazy and she ran in circles, wanting to play. In loving memory of Maggie Mae
Your stay with us was short, In Memory of Romeo
Romeo was being fostered by Brenda Squires when he passed away on Nov. 8, 2001. We rescued him from
Miami-Dade Animal Services.
In Memory of Beaulah Submitted by Raul, Elly & Buford Diaz In Memory of Yankel Submitted by Maxyne & Rich Bursky Thank you Toby, for saving Yankel's life. We would never have the joy we did with him, if not for you. In Memory of Jake Submitted by Brenda Squires Our Christmas Angel In Memory of Freeway Submitted by Lori Geoffrey
Freeway had been in our foster program for 11.5 months under the care of Toby Affron. I just received the call that
while preparing to undergo test for Addison's Disease he went into cardiac arrest. They (the specialists) tried to
revive him and did not succeed. Toby was at the office and by Freeway during this time.
In Memory of Pituka Submitted by Carol Ackroyd
In Memory of Boomer
Submitted by Lori Geoffrey Boomer came to us from The Animal Shelter in Medley, Florida in very bad
shape. In Memory of Coco In February, Ned and Betsy lost their sweet bully Coco. She was a great source of happiness and was loved by many, |
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A Prayer For Animals Especially for animals who are suffering; for any that are hunted or lost or deserted or frightened or hungry; for all that must be put to death. We entreat for them all thy mercy and pity, and for those who deal with them, we ask a heart of compassion and gentle hands and kindly words. Make us, ourselves, to be true friends to animals and so to share the blessings of the merciful. Would you like to honor a bully's memory with a donation?
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