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ARCHIE (Maltese) joined us in September 2006. Archie was packed full of energy and curious about everything around him. He loved to be held and cuddled and enjoyed romping and playing with all of the other pupsters. Life will be a bit quiet without him with us. |
Archie is showering all of his affection on his Mom and Dad Debbie and Randy in Midland, Michigan. |
Our sweet Archie left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge in October 2019. |
LENNY (Maltese) joined us in December 2007. Lenny was turned over by a breeder due to some health issues which were quickly addressed. He was a loving, kissy little boy that wanted nothing more than lots of cuddles and laptime. We shall miss his soft kisses. |
Lenny is filling his Mom and Dad Linda and Bill's life with joy in Kentwood, Michigan. |
Our sweet Lenny left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on February 14, 2017. |
MARLOW (Pomeranian) joined us in February 2007. He was a retired breeder. What a pleasant surprise he was. This little tiny boy was just packed full of love. He filled every single day of our lives with joy and we feel so blessed to have been able to hold him close. |
Marlow has his Forever Mom and Dad Marilee and Ken wrapped right around his little paws. He enjoys snuggling close with his furry sisters and brothers Skylar, Puggy Marie, DeeDee, Jenna, Reggie, Fabian, Sinatra and Max in Orlando, Florida. |
Our sweet Marlow left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on April 28, 2012. |
SUZETTE (Maltese) joined us in January 2007. There was never a dull moment once Suzette arrived. Her energy level was unbelievable and her love for life was endless. She was our little shadow, always lifting her little paw to get our attention so that she could receive her belly rubs and cuddles. She was quite the character, our little Suzette, and we will always hold her close to our hearts. |
Suzette is now her Forever Mom Pam's little shadow and loves her sweet sister Hannah in Niles, Michigan . |
Our sweet Suzette left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on November 4, 2015. |
Peeka fka PRINCESS (Pekingese) joined us in December 2007. She was a retired breeder. She was very, very shy, but had the happiest tail we had ever seen. She loved to be held and cuddled and quickly learned that belly rubs were the best. We miss her sweet face and gentle ways. |
Peeka is working her magic on her Forever Mom and Dad Judy and Jim and thinks her red headed sister Marcy is the greatest in Vassar, Michigan. |
Our sweet Peeka left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on August 30, 2019. |
Rizzy fka RITZY (Shih Tzu) joined us in March 2007. She had retired from the breeding world and was ready to bestow her love on everyone that surrounded her. She won our hearts immediately with her gentle ways and her soft kisses. Anyone who was blessed to hold her close knew how special she was. She will be in our hearts forever.... |
Rizzy is sharing all of her love with her Forever Mom and Dad Carleen and Terry and enjoys snuggling close to her furry sisters Gidget, Princess and Yummy in Midland, Michigan. |
Our sweet Rizzy left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge in February 2015. |
ANASTASIA (Yorkshire Terrier) joined us in March 2007. She had retired from the breeding world. She arrived very shy, but as the days passed she realized how much we loved her and her personality emerged. She thoroughly enjoyed romping and playing with the other pupsters and soon learned how soothing laptime and cuddles were. She was a fiery little redhead with a great pupster personality. |
Anastasia has fallen head over heels in love with her Forever Mom and Dad Elaine and Bruce and is enjoying the company of her brothers Rockie and Nicholas in Portage, Michigan. |
Our sweet Anastasia left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on December 18, 2014. |
HEATHER (Yorkshire Terrier) joined us in March 2007. She was a wonderful sweet little girl who loved her lap time and cuddles. She enjoyed romping and playing with the other pupsters, but on her own terms for she definitely had a mind of her own. But all that was forgotten when she covered us with her soft kisses. |
Heather is being treated like the queen she is by her Forever Mom Mary Lou and her Auntie Shannon in Anderson, Indiana. |
PERRY (Pekingese) joined us in July 2007. He had us wrapped right around his little paws immediately. His wish was our command. He loved his belly rubs and his kisses were so very sweet. We shall miss our little boy and he will be in our hearts forever. |
Perry has captured the love of his Forever Mom Nancy in Metairie, Louisiana. |
Our sweet Perry left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on August 30, 2012. |
BIANCA (Shih Tzu) joined us in January 2008. Bianca was a retired breeder and very shy when she arrived. As she became comfortable and knew she was surrounded by love her true personality emerged. She gave her special kisses to us freely and her love for life was endless. We surely miss her. |
Bianca is bestowing her love on her Forever Mom and Dad Lynn and Kevin, her sister Kimberly, her pupster sisters Casey, Sophie, Chloe, and Zoey and her kitty sisters Checkers and Tinkers in Bluffton, Ohio. |
WILLOW (Pekingese) joined us in July 2005. Willow's owners dropped her off at a vet for euthanization due to wetting on furniture. We received an emergancy call to save her and we welcomed her into our lives. What a sweet, loving little girl! Her kisses are unforgettable and many can attest to that for she bestowed them on anyone who she came in contact with. Keep that tongue going sweetie and continue to enjoy life with all you come in contact with. |
Willow is bestowing her sweet kisses on her Forever Dad Gregg in Sterling Heights, Michigan. |
Our sweet Willow left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on August 14, 2015. |
Sienna (Yorkshire Terrier) joined us in January 2008. Sienna was a retired breeder and arrived very shy. She was absolutely irresistable and as the days past she began to cuddle in our laps and share her sweet kisses. We enjoyed every minute we had with her and are so glad that she has found a wonderful home. |
Sienna is so happy with her Forever Mom and Dad Leslie and Sam and her sister Victoria in West Bloomfield, Michigan. |
Our sweet Sienna left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on April 11, 2021. |
JENNA (Pekingese) joined us in October 2007. Jenna came from an abusive environment, but that did not destroy her spirit and love for life. She was the sweetest, cuddliest little girl and her eyes could just melt your heart. We miss her sweet kisses and happy tail. |
Jenna has her Mom and Dad Floellen and Dan wrapped right around her little paws and loves her pupster sisters and brother Heidi, Portia and Romeo in Jackson, Michigan. |
Our sweet Jenna left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on April 15, 2013. |
KEEGAN (Brussels Griffon) joined us in October 2007. Keegan was a retired breeder due to kennel downsizing. What a sweetie he was! He arrived shy and unsure of himself, but with lots of love his wonderful personality emerged. His comical ways kept us entertained for hours and his kisses were so very sweet. |
Keegan has found his perfect home with his Forever Mom and Dad Elizabeth and Daniel, his sister and brother Madison and Luigi and his pupster sisters and brother Minnie, Tippi and Walter in Chicago, Illinois. |
HOLLY (Yorkshire Terrier) joined us in March 2007. Holly was a whole bunch of love wrapped up in a tiny pupster package. She won a big piece of heart the minute we held her in our arms. She wanted nothing more than laptime and cuddles. We shall miss her sweet loving nature and holding her close. |
Holly is sharing her soft kisses with her Forever Mom and Dad Dona and Jeff and her pupster sister Nina in Northville, Michigan. |
Our sweet Holly left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on April, 4, 2009. |
FLYNN (Miniature Pinscher) joined us in July 2005. He and a sibling had been purchased by a truck driver and the owner decided he could not handle two energetic boys. Flynn was a lovebug who kept everyone busy keeping up with him. Bono fka RATTLES (Rat Terrier) joined us in July 2006. He was found as a stray and was facing euthanization. He was a sweet loving little boy full of kisses and cuddles. He loved all of the other pupsters and playtime was his passion. |
Flynn and Bono are enjoying each other's company with their Forever Mom Jeane in Ada, Michigan. |
DREW (Shih Tzu) joined us in January 2008. Drew was found as a stray and had been attacked by another dog. He was a sweet loving boy. Drew's favorite pasttime was playing with toys and snuggling with his foster mom. We dearly miss him and look forward to babysitting him in the future. BRIDGET (Shih Tzu) joined us in December 2007. Bridget was also found as a stray and had been attacked by another dog. Her left eye had popped out and had to be removed. Bridget was the most affectionate little girl and would snuggle for hours. She loved to be held but once she was on the floor she was off racing around the house and yard with her foster brothers. Bridget has a place in our hearts and we adore her. We miss her but are excited that she and Drew will visit us in the future. |
Drew & Bridget are happy to have found the perfect home with their Forever Mom and Dad Suzette and Kerry in Port Orange, Florida. |
JEREMY (Shih Tzu) joined us in February 2008. He immediately grabbed our hearts and hung on tight. He was a sweet, lovable, kissy little boy and his exuberance and curiosty for life was amazing. We miss him! |
Jeremy has stolen his Forever Mom and Dad Bernie and Jack's hearts and adores his sister and brothers Sophie, Tucker, Oz and Noah in Demotte, Indiana. |
JEWEL (Shih Tzu) joined us in July 2007. Jewel was dumped at a shelter, matted and flea ridden. What a wonderful little girl! She quickly won our hearts with her sweet, gentle ways. She loved to be held and cuddled and surely gave the best kisses ever! |
Jewel is sharing her sweet kisses with her Forever Mom Florence in Charlotte, North Carolina. |
Our sweet Jewel left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on March 23, 2015. |
DANA (Yorkshire Terrier) joined us in September 2007. Dana arrived quiet and shy, but after lots of loves and hugs, she decided life was grand! When she shared her first sweet kisses with us our hearts melted. She was a wonderful little girl who filled our lives with joy. |
Dana is enjoying life with her Forever Mom Barbara and her pupster sister Sadie in Canton, Michigan. |
Our sweet Dana left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on May 29, 2010. |
Loretta fka LORRE (Shih Tzu) joined us in October 2007. What a beautiful little girl filled with so much love. Her eyes expressed all that she was feeling and when she looked at us our hearts just melted. She was such a happy gentle little soul and we are so glad that she has found a wonderful home and has joined our Sashay. |
Loretta knows she has found her perfect home with her Forever Moms Sharon and Tera and thinks her sister Sashay is way too cool in Ada, Michigan. |
Our sweet Loretta left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on January 13, 2017. |
MORGAN (Pekingese) joined us in November of 2005. His owner loved him dearly, but could not care for him financially. Morgan loved his belly rubs, laptime and cuddles. His curiosity sometimes landed him in trouble. We absolutely adored him and miss him so very much. JONAS (Shih Tzu) arrived in January of 2008. Jonas was a retired breeder. The minute he looked up at us with those big brown eyes we knew we were lost. He was filled with loads and loads of love and just plain enjoyed life. How we miss his sweet kisses! HARVEY (Pekingese) joined us in October of 2007. Harvey came from an abusive situation, but his love for life overcame his fears once he was surrounded by love. He was such a layed back type kind of guy who just wanted lots of lovin'. His toothy smile will never be forgotten. |
Morgan, Jonas & Harvey immediately won their Forever Mom and Dad Marilee and Ken's hearts and love their new pupster sisters and brothers DeeDee, Jenna, Skylar, Sugar, Barney, Fabian, Marlow, Max, Reggie and Sinatra. They also think their new feline sisters Muffin and Maggie are really cool. |
Our sweet Harvey left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on February 1, 2010 |
Our sweet Morgan left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on August 6, 2010 |
Gabriella fka TREASURE (Shih Tzu) joined us in February 2008. She arrived a bit shy, but that didn't last very long. She was a bundle of energy packed full of love. She gave the best kisses and was our little shadow. She loved us, the pupsters and any living thing she came in contact with. |
Gabriella is showering her Forever Mom and Dad Sandy and Larry with special kisses and loves her pupster sisters Calla and Daisy in Hinsdale, Illinois. |
Our sweet Gabriella left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge in October 2015. |
CHELSEA (Yorkshire Terrier) joined us in January 2008. What a whirlwind full of energy! She definitely livened up our days with her joy for life and her love of all that surrounded her. As she became comfortable she lavished us with her sweet kisses and she met each day with a wagging tail. |
Chelsea is being cuddled and loved by her Forever Mom and Dad Bev and Bill and loves her pupster brother Sparky in Muskegon, Michigan. |
KELSEY (Pekingese) joined us in November 2005. She was found as a stray by Animal Control. How anyone could have let this sweet little girl stray from their lives is amazing. Kelsey was the sweetest, gentlest most loving little girl anyone could have ever met. Her beautiful eyes immediately won our hearts. We shall miss her tender kisses. |
Kelsey has woven her special magic on her Forever Mom Nancy and is thrilled to be reunited with her pupster brother Perry in Metairie, Louisiana. |
Our sweet Kelsey left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on September 29, 2012. |
Shortcake (Shih Tzu fka SPICE) joined us in October 2007. She was the sweetest, gentlest little girl. She loved all of the other pupsters and could be quite the little clown. She enjoyed being held and cuddled and shared her kisses freely. |
Shortcake is thoroughly enjoying life with her Forever Mom Kathy and loves her pupster sisters Claire and Krispy in Burton, Michigan. |
Tessa fka BRITTANY (Shih Tzu) joined us in May of 2006. Brittany had known nothing but breeding her entire life. She arrived shy and withdrawn, but as the days past her gentle personality emerged. She left us with head held high, tail wagging and ready to dole out kisses to anyone she met. |
Tessa has won the hearts of her Forever Mom and Dad Sandy and Larry and is cuddling close to her Shih Tzu sisters Gabby, Calla and Daisy in Hinsdale, Illinois. |
KIWI (Poodle) joined us in October 2006. She was very unsure of herself when she arrived. With lots of love, cuddles and kisses she realized that life was good. She loved to romp and play with the other pupsters and her favorite place to be was in our laps. |
Kiwi has found a loving home with her Forever Mom and Dad Gloria and Chuck and has a wonderful pupster brother Sparky in Caro, Michigan. |
Our sweet Kiwi left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on October 5, 2016. |
PARKER fka KAISER (Pug Chihuahua Mix) joined us in March 2008. He was the sweetest little guy anyone could ever meet. His love for life was endless and he filled every day of our lives with joy. His sweet kisses were the best and we shall miss him. |
Parker is in love with his Forever Mom Leslie in Shorewood, Wisconsin. |
KADO (Yorkshire Terrier) joined us in March 2007. Kado was a retired breeder. He had a huge heart in a little tiny body. He so enjoyed being outside, snuggling next to the other pupsters, but most of all cuddling close to us. He filled our lives with so much joy. |
Kado has his Forever Mom and Dad Pam and Ed wrapped around his little paws and loves his brothers and sister Tarquin, Elvis, Peanut and Ivy in Fenton, Michigan. |
Our sweet Kado left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on February 2, 2012. |
Ferguson fka MILES (Shih Tzu) joined us in February 2008. What a bundle of energy he was! He never slowed down for a minute until his day was done. He loved to cuddle close to us and share his sweet kisses. Life was never dull while he was with us. |
Ferguson is keeping life exciting for his Forever Mom and Dad Jennifer and Corey, loves his human brother and sister, and thinks Odie the cat is pretty cool in Hinsdale, Illinois. |
JULIANA (Shih Tzu) joined us in July 2007. She had retired from the breeding world and we were blessed to have her here with us. She enjoyed life to the fullest and enjoyed everyone she met. Her love for life will not be forgotten. |
Juliana is filling her Forever Mom and Dad Annie and Darryl's life with joy, loves her human sister Emily and snuggles close to her pupster sister Kitty in Flat Rock, Michigan. |
Jeffy (fka CAVIAR Shih Tzu) joined us in December 2007. He was a breeder turn in and only 4 weeks old. He had lost his Mommy and was not expected to live. With around the clock care this little boy fought for his life and survived! He was the sweetest, most energetic little boy who doled out kisses to everyone he met. We are so happy that he has found such a wonderful home, but miss him terribly. |
Jeffy is giving the girls a run for their money with his Forever Mom and Dad Sandy and Larry and his pupster sisters Tessa, Gabby, Calla and Daisy in Hinsdale, Illinois. |
Our sweet Jeffy left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on March 30, 2020. |
SHAYLEI (Shih Tzu) joined us in August 2003. What a sweet, gentle little girl. She wanted nothing more than loves and cuddles. She filled our days with so much happiness. All she had to do was look up at us with those big brown eyes and our hearts melted. We are thrilled that she is sharing her life with our Shortcake (fka Spice)! |
Shaylei is cuddling close to her Forever Mom Kathy and loves her pupster sisters Claire, Krispy, and Shortcake in Burton, Michigan. |
JETT (Shih Tzu) joined us in July 2007. He walked in with tail wagging and butt swinging. What a character he was! He enjoyed life to the fullest and loved to lead the pupsters in the Shih Tzu Blitz. We shall miss his enthusiasm and love for life. |
Jett is enjoying the big city life with his Forever Mom and Dad Sandi and Peter in New York, New York. |
Our sweet Jett left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on November 17, 2017. |
Pixie and Tootie (Yorkshire Terriers) joined us in July 2008. What a pair! Pixie was this little bitty ball of fire and could give Tootie a run for his money. They definitely livened up the rest of the pupster's lives with their crazy antics. Holding both in our arms gave us such a warm feeling. They will be missed. |
Pixie and Tootie are lovin' life with their Forever Moms Elizabeth and Charlene and their pupster sister and brother Zoe and Niko in Verona, New York. |
Our sweet Pixie left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge in 2023. Our sweet Tootie left all of those who loved him and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on May16, 2024. |
Marcy fka Satin (Shih Tzu) joined us in July 2007. Satin was a sweet, gentle loving little girl. She loved to just sit and cuddle with us for hours on end. She enjoyed the other pupsters company and made sure she kept all of the youngsters in line. |
Marcy is thoroughly enjoying life with her Forever Mom Val in Hersey, Michigan. |
NOELA (Pomeranian) joined us in July of 2007. Noela was a retired breeder and very, very shy. Our hearts melted when we first set eyes on her. As time progressed she knew she was safe, but still was good at playing "catch me if you can". There will come a day when she will truly know that all is well in her world. |
Noela is enjoying life with her Forever Mom Jean and thinks her pupster brothers and sisters Tobie, Teddie, Kai, Snuggles, Zoie and Halie are pretty cool and looks forward to getting lots of lap time from her Auntie Lana and Cousin Alyssa in Oak Brook, Illinois. |
LUCY (Shih Tzu) joined us in April of 2008. Lucy was a breeder girl and suffered from Canine Vestibular Disease. She entered our lives and we instantly fell in love with her. What a sweet, gentle little girl. She so enjoyed being held and cuddled close. She was very, very special and took a big chunk of our hearts with her. |
Lucy has shown her Forever Mom and Dad Floellen and Dan how dear the special need babies really are and loves her pupster brother and sisters Romeo, Heidi, Portia and Jenna in Jackson, Michigan. |
Maia fka AIMEE (Pomeranian) joined us in September of 2008. Maia was very quiet when she first arrived, but our fiery little redhead emerged from her shell within a few weeks. She talked and talked to us and jumped right into our arms for her kisses and cuddles. She was one "foxy" little lady! |
Maia is being spoiled rotten by her Forever Mom Jean and loves her pupster brothers and sisters Tobie, Teddie, Kai, Snuggles, Zoie, Halie and Noela in Oak Brook, Illinois. |
Our sweet Maia left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on December 16, 2014. |
KANDIE (Yorkshire Terrier) joined us in September 2008. Kandie retired from the breeding world and grabbed right ahold of our hearts the minute she arrived. She learned what laptime was all about quickly and loved to be held close and cuddled. She had a mind of her own, our Kandie, but that only made us love her all the more. |
Kandie adores her Forever Mom and Dad Pam and Ed and is enjoying her brothers and sister Peanut, Tarquin, Elvis, Kado, and Ivy in Fenton, Michigan. |
Our sweet Kandie left all of those who loved her and crossed the Rainbow Bridge on June 28, 2016. |