A Tribute to K-9 Baron
February 18, 1999
It is with a very heavy heart that I must tell you that my faithful partner and friend, Baron, died on the operating table today (2-18-99) from complications. He had suffered a third series of gastric torsion (bloat) and during surgery they found he was also in serious shape with cancer having destroyed his liver and spleen and he was bleeding internally. In the true spirit of the hero that he will always be, he never uttered a whimper despite the pain he must have been in and enjoyed one last "lights and siren" ride to the vet. I am proud that he "did not go quietly into the night" as that was not his style. He and I went through some tough times together although now I must face this one alone, I know he is still with me and always will be.
dedicated Resolution 99-04 in honor of K-9 Baron.
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 begins to quiver.
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...