Born on Valentines Day, 1996, one of 11 in his litter, he was only one of two that was going for "Pet!"  The others were destined for the show ring, and later for breeding show dogs.  He is eight years old now, and has been a "boon" companion all those years.  Marie and I cannot understand why anyone would want any other dog.
On Tuesday, October 12, 2004, Ben left us for the Rainbow Bridge, there to await the day when we can both run and play again. He had suffered from bone cancer in his left rear leg, and was in a great deal of pain.  He will be greatly missed by his "Mom and Dad!"

How can you NOT love a face like this?

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....

Author unknown...

Rainbow Bridge 

Ben T. Rottweiler ... 02/14/96 - 10/12/04
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This sign will always be missed!

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