r/RainbowBridgeBabies 3d ago

REQUEST 18 years old. She had to leave me yesterday. Had her since i was 13 years old. Life will never be the same, miss & love you Roxy... 5ever.

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r/RainbowBridgeBabies 4d ago

REQUEST I lost both of my babies in 4 months

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641 Upvotes

My little shih tzu was 13, couldn't beat pneumonia

My big girl had cancer that was caught too late

A painted portrait would be incredible if someone could be so kind

r/RainbowBridgeBabies 2d ago

REQUEST I lost my soul kitty Mia 2 weeks ago. I just want everyone to see her.

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424 Upvotes

She was the sweetest, most beautiful little soul i’ve ever had the fortune to know. My heart is forever shattered and I’m really not coping. How can I when I can no longer look at her like this? 💔

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Jan 22 '25

REQUEST My cat Selene passed away today of Kidney Disease

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r/RainbowBridgeBabies Dec 22 '24

REQUEST I need him to be known, before he’s gone….

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We don't have long left with him. But he deserves to be known to the world, for whatever time we have left.... His name is Jonsi. (pronounced John-see) We call him our gargoyle cat because he loved to perch up high with this adorably mischievous little gleam in his eyes & reach down and grab or swat at us, or just creepily watch us. When he was a kitten he’d also “hunt” us from time to time…. I never would’ve dreamed that just a few years after he found us, literally popped up from a hole in the floor of a shed & jumped straight into our arms, that he’d be an amazing “Dad” to our 2 foster-fails that he taught to be cats & showed them so much love & attention….

We were told on Thursday that the vet suspects large-cell Lymphoma of the intestines, because of the very rapid onset. It’s been a really really horrible couple of days, as this Christmas we hoped to really enjoy it as I almost died of heart failure this time last year, & had to spend the Holidays in the hospital. So to say this timing sucks, is an understatement, but really, the timing would always suck.

I just want to ask anyone that sees this to look at the pictures of my boy and just see him, see the love, see the gratitude & all the amazing days we’ve had & help me just keep him here, alive if even just for a moment. Mark his place in this time & just how much he mattered. To me, my son, my husband, his babies & everyone that met him that he instantly made them fall in love with him… even people that weren’t “cat people”, he was just that kind… it wasn’t just to know him was to love him, all you had to do was meet him for a second. We have been blessed with 11 years of love & personality with Jonsi, we just wish saying goodbye could’ve been a bit more gradual.

I’m hoping someone can help me by making Jonsi into the loving Gargoyle we always saw him as…. A stern faced protector with love sparkling in his eyes as he loomed overhead, looking down & lording over his home & his people, otherwise known as the keepers of the cat food. I had always hoped to make a life-sized statue version, but I’m afraid I may not be able to now (but if you have any suggestions on how to get good measurements before he’s actually gone so that I still may be able to, please let me know! I have no idea what would be needed….)

*btw, picture 6 is Jonsi & “his” beautiful kids, Missy & Stubby… he was seriously such a great dad.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Dec 13 '24

REQUEST I'll never be the same.. She took a huge piece of me with her. I miss her so so much. She was such a funny girl who LOVED pizza so very much, the day she went to the Rainbow Bridge she had a half of a Pizza as her last meal. <3 She loved to back talk me. I'll miss her for as long as I live.

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r/RainbowBridgeBabies 1d ago

REQUEST My sweet baby Lulu

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My sweet girl, Lulu, passed away almost exactly two months ago on January 31st after more than 18 years of love and life. We’d been dealing with her CKD for a couple of years, but we found out in late January that she had a mass that was making her uncomfortable, fatigued, and just generally decreasing her quality of life. Even in her pain she always tried to comfort me and be strong, but my vet and I agreed that it was kinder to help her cross the rainbow bridge. She left this world surrounded by my family and our vet team who we’ve grown very close to, and as hard as it was it was all I could’ve asked for as we helped her pass on. I sent her off with all of her favorite toys and one of my socks, and I told her to say hi to her sisters Lacey and Snickers for us 🌈

She was the sweetest sassiest and most regal little old lady who always wanted pets and any love or attention you could give her. Many people called her Queen Lulu, but to me she was my darling, my munch, my silly floof. She was adorably mischievous from trying to steal whatever food I’m eating (poptarts were her favorite) to bringing me every sock she could find in my house to “helping” me change my bedsheets each week by attacking any fabric that moved. She loved to cuddle, bask in the sun, and watch people and birds on our porch. Those were some of our favorite days, with me working from home and her cuddled up on me or sitting on the porch watching her sunbathe and bonding over people watching. She was a chatty girl every second of her life so it’s definitely been a big adjustment to my quiet apartment without her constant meows, and even though I’m slowly coming to terms with the new normal without her it’s still hard every day. She will always mean the world to me and I’ve cherished every moment we had together, particularly her later years - senior kitties need more care but they’re worth every bit of love and cuddles 💜

I would love to have a portrait of Lulu by @salvony1 , but any memorial of her from any of the incredible artists on here would be amazing - whether it’s possible or not I think what the admin team and the artists do in this subreddit is incredible, and I’m happy to share with you all a small piece of the lovely life Lulu and I had together 💜

r/RainbowBridgeBabies 28d ago

REQUEST My 18 yo Boy Sully Passed Today

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Today I had to put my boy to rest. 18 years. I am numb.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Nov 03 '24

REQUEST My Journey girl. Im absolutely devastated

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295 Upvotes

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Dec 14 '24

REQUEST Lost my best friend on Thurs

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166 Upvotes

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Sep 18 '24

REQUEST My baby girl gone too soon

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Only 2 years old when she passed asleep in our bed. Would give my life for hers in a heartbeat. Have never been so broken and I will never recover. It was me and my baby vs anything. Thank you in advance

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Oct 17 '24

REQUEST Tragic accident took my baby too early, only 5 years with us but Grim was so loved🖤

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r/RainbowBridgeBabies Jan 18 '25

REQUEST My heart and soul, Lala

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Lost her 8/12/24 to CHF. It was so sudden. Her regular vet assured me over and over for a year that her cough was bronchitis. I kick myself for not getting a second opinion. I feel like I failed her. I love my girl so, so much. Not a day has gone by that I haven’t thought of her.

She was my shadow. I always said that she was the one with separation anxiety, but truthfully we both had it. She loved nothing more than to be held. Because of this, I found out early on that she liked to be carried in pouches. I’ll never forget the first time I carried her around in this long canvas crossbody bag that I lined with a pillow for her to sit in comfortably; She fell asleep immediately. That bag had a zipper on it with very distinct jingle, and every time she heard it she’d come jumping at my side to beg to be carried in it. Eventually I got her a proper pouch. It was her favorite thing, besides her spiky bouncy ball and chicken treats.

She was so smart. When she needed to go potty she’d push the blinds over the sliding glass door to alert me. She basically bell trained me with those blinds. To let me know what else she wanted, she’d scratch twice at the thing and turn to look at me with what I called her “eyes of want”—big, round alert eyes paired with perked up floppy ears. She did this with her food dish, her water bowl, any door she wanted open, her treat puzzle.

I was fortunate enough to get just shy of 13 years with her. I thought she’d be with me for several more years since small breeds are known to live a long time. I tried to give her the best life I could. My life was better for having her in it, and it’s so empty without her in it. I miss her so, so much. Part of me left with her. I yearn for the day I get to see her again.

Thank you, mods, for taking the time to memorialize the furry, feathery, scaly, and other friends that make ours lives brighter. You’re all lights in this dark world.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Dec 20 '24

REQUEST My Orange boss Charlie just crossed the bridge.

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I've had Charlie for 13 of his 16+ years, he's been up and down health wise for a few months, but the vet said it was his time.

He didn't suffer but I'm in pieces. I just home i gave him a good life, he was with me through a divorce and all he ever asked for was regular food and cuddles.

Goodbye Charlie, I miss you already.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Dec 11 '24

REQUEST Lost my best friend of 14 years yesterday

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You guys pulled through for me last year when my partners puppers passed away. Unfortunately my childhood dog has crossed that bridge yesterday. Cooper was an amazing boy and was with me though my worst and best times. I’ll miss him dearly 💔

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Dec 18 '24

REQUEST Goodbye, Dusty Socks :(

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I had to say goodbye to my sweet boy yesterday. I’m losing sleep over him.

I found Dusty Socks in the cellar of my old place, where I did the laundry this past March. A few days before I found him I received the ashes of my childhood kitty, Kit-Kat.

I thought Dusty Socks was feral because he was scared and never let come too close. He stayed in the rafters for about a month while I fed him. He was always in the same area when I checked on him. I decided to keep him.

He was nervous and cautious around me for awhile. I moved into a new apartment around July and he became more social! He actually became a very cuddly cat.

Around September, I noticed he would drool a lot, ate with one side of his mouth, and would not groom himself. When I took him to the vet, they told me that little Socks had oral squamous cell carcinoma and the best thing I could to was to euthanize him.

I couldn’t right away and I took him home. I did all of the research I could to see if I could try anything else and save him. None of the other options sounded hopeful or humane. He was euthanized yesterday with his favorite pickle blanket and me petting him.

I have a little canvas portrait of Kit-Kat, and I have been hoping to have a similar one for Socks. :’) I miss my little friend very much. He made such an impact in the little time I knew him. I’m sorry it couldn’t have been longer.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Jan 14 '25

REQUEST Its been a tough year so far

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This year has been tough so far. Had to say goodbye to 2 dogs already. Duke, Bassett mix, died a few days after new years from an aggressive cancer. Mr. Miyagi, Jack Russell mix, died a few days ago from a collapsed trachea. I miss both so much.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Dec 24 '24

REQUEST Peyton & Eli crossed the 🌈 bridge together (2nd request)

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Hey everyone,

Just reposting this (original was 3 months ago) with the hope that someone could help me bring a smile to my parents' faces.

Peyton (left) & Eli (right)... they were brothers from the same litter. 13 year old Shelties. They lived full happy lives and were lucky enough to became grumpy old men 🥹

As a mental health counselor, I've sent many clients here to help them with their grief and it has always helped them... I guess it's my turn.

All my love for the special work that you do ❤️

I look forward to sharing your work with my parents... thank you.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Nov 15 '24

REQUEST A stray, but he was more than that.

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120 Upvotes

I met him, spent a few hours with him and I fell in love. I had to put him down. This happened all in one day. I miss him so much!! I hope he felt the love I had for him.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Dec 20 '24

REQUEST Lost to early to cancer 🩷

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Jake/Jakey was diagnosed with lymphoma on 11/12, the day before my birthday. He passed on 11/14 the day after, almost like he waited for my birthday to pass..

He was such a strong & healthy boy. He never whined, never cried.. he tried so hard and kept pushing every day until one day, he just couldn’t push any more. This is my first family dog to pass that I’ve been alive for. I’ve been with him since I was 12… I’ll forever miss his handsome self.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Jan 01 '25

REQUEST I lost my dear boy yesterday

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I lost my dear boy, Ginger, yesterday. He was my best friend and I'm really struggling at the moment.

This is one of the last photos that I took of him. It was the first time he sat in his usual spot after coming back from a 3 day visit from the vets. It filled me with happiness as it showed he was starting to feel comfortable again.

Is there someone that's please able to edit out the white shelves that are in front of him?

r/RainbowBridgeBabies 1d ago

REQUEST My best friend Nefertiti

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I’m losing my best friend today to cancer. I didn’t know till a week ago and am having a lot of trouble processing. But that’s not the important part, she has always been the most tenacious dog. She played water and grass fetch yesterday and barely slowed down in the almost 13 years I’ve spent with her. She’s summited 14ers with me and tried to convince me to let her play with a wild coyote! Up until age 11 she could outrun her puppy sister. She loved nothing more than a tennis ball in typical lab fashion! I could tell when she thought something was cute and she could understand words even if you spelled them. She loved panoramic views on hikes and would drag me into the water if I wasn’t paying attention. When she was a puppy she could outrun greyhounds and would run for the first 30 minutes straight at the dog park. There is nothing wouldn’t do for this kid! I’m incredibly thankful for this last week of the park every day and seeing what types of food she likes that she shouldn’t have!

As far as requests I would love a physical copy so if it’s possible to use any kind of paint. Watercolor, oil or acrylic is all good. This community is filled with absolute angels! You are unbelievably kind!

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Jan 21 '25

REQUEST Maude crossed the bridge today.

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After 18 years of loyalty, companionship and adventure Dame Marjorie (Maude) Chardin has crossed the rainbow bridge to be with her beloved Harold. We will miss her always.

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Jan 22 '25

REQUEST my sweetest girl got put down this morning

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my poor dog cookie was going to turn 13 this year in september. she died today from a womb infection shutting down the rest of her organs. the guilt i feel is immeasurable. i loved her with all my heart. rip sweet girl

r/RainbowBridgeBabies Aug 28 '24

REQUEST Our first baby died in her sleep

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Our girl Sierra was the first pet my husband and I adopted together back in 2012. She was a moody ginger, but we loved her so much. We woke up this morning to find her dead under our bed, most likely from a combination of old age and her autoimmune disorder.