Memorials
Each story shared here is a poignant reminder of the profound bond we shared with our canine companions. We invite you to join us in celebrating the lives of these extraordinary dogs and the profound impact they had on our lives.
Luke
We adopted Luke on 10-15-2017. He had been heart worm positive and had a TPLO before we adopted him. He was a handsome lively dog and remained so at the age of 10 .He was different in personality from any dog we'd had. His past did not appear to have been good. Our goal was for him to find his "happy". He learned, he chased squirrels ,barked at deer , lived for walks and car rides, and learned to love cold and snow.Our Texas rescue became a "Mountain Dog". He was very proud to wear his red buffalo plaid fleece jacket in minus temps and grew a beautiful thick coat of his own.He was very treat motivated and loved to be told how handsome and good he was. He guarded the house from UPS (his arch nemesis ), birds in the feeder, rodents and mammals and any strange sounds the house made.He was our family member and best friend. I am heartbroken to say his time with us was all too short. He was euthanized on 2-01-2021. He is now free of pain and any limitations and will be missed beyond belief. He was a beautiful dog that deserved a chance. Darlene and Randy Hartford
Luther
A treasured member of our family.
Maddie
In loving memory of our precious girl that we lost to dementia in late September 2022. We adopted Maddie (formerly Lindsey) from RMLR in May of 2008 and had 14-1/2 wonderful years with her. She is the first rescue that we have ever had, and was the smartest and most loving dog we have ever had! On the day that Maddie came to our house for a visit, my husband told me and our two kids that we were going to adopt the right dog, not the first dog. At the close of our visit, my husband picked her up and held her on his lap and she laid her head on his chest. He was sold! Like I said, she was the smartest dog we ever had! We loved her dearly and will miss her for a very long time!!!! The Lyons Family
Madel
Madel, affectionately know as Monkey, sadly lost his courageous battle with distemper. He was a sweet, beautiful boy who touched many lives in the short time he was with us. We are so grateful that he came to RMLR and was able to experience love, kindness, and warmth from his foster homes and everyone who took care of him. His story reminds us all of the importance of vaccinating our pets, supporting rescues who continue to fight the battle against irresponsible breeding and reminding everyone to spay and neuter their pets. But most importantly, ADOPTING a dog in need. Your generous donation and support will help us win this battle and help puppies like Madel. We continue our mission in his memory.
Manny
Manny was rescued from RMLR in May of 2013! I met him at a RMLR meet and greet at Petsmart in Golden when he pranced over to me, sat on my foot, and looked up at me saying “take me home”. So I did!! Over the next almost 12 years, Manny and I would add a dog dad, and two little people to our life. Manny was the most loyal, loving, and funny yellow lab! He loved walks and would bounce off the walls to get outside once you said “walk”. Like most yellow labs, he was the happiest when he was laying close to his family (even the kids when they were laying ON HIM) I am so thankful for RMLR
Mary Beth Piercy
RMLR Adopter and Volunteer The Huigens/Hill Families, Deer Creek Animal Hospital
Max
Our beloved dog Max passed away Saturday at home. When Max came to us as a foster dog, we had decided to only adopt smaller dogs going forward. However, Max insisted that he was now home, and not going anywhere. He lived with us just over five years. As you know, friendly Max loved people, and was always happy to have company come over. We miss him. May he rest in peace. --- Joanna and Maris
Mickey
I adopted Mickey in October 2015 just ahead of our first family trip to Disney World. When I picked him up from the incoming rescue transport to be my next foster, I knew instantly that we were meant for each other. Mickey quickly found his place in the family and adopted the living room easy chair which became his. He loved lounging in the center of the kitchen floor while I cooked dinner, sunning himself in the flower garden mulch, and romping in the snow. He had a way of filling every room with joy and calm regardless of where it was or what was going on. I lost him to cancer a few days after I arrived in my new home in Arizona. I like to think that his job was to help me find my happy place, and he did absolutely that. Good boy. Thank you RMLR for helping me find my life guide dog.