Rainbow Bridge: Black & White Collie Cross Male

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2010-02-08 22:52 digbysmum

How tragic. My heart goes out to George's owner at this dreadful time. Just remember the unconditional love, loyalty and good times shared over the 17 years you had together. Run free at the Bridge dear George - you will be sorely missed xxx

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2010-02-08 22:14 Jecjo

So very sorry to read this sad news my heart goes out to you. Please try & take peace from knowing that you & george shared 17 wonderful years together & you gave him the best life any dog could wish for he may not be with you in sight but George will be right by your side now & always & not wanting you to be sad but to smile at all the good times you shared..x

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2010-02-08 20:36 sukimax

My heart goes out to you, So sad, He sounded a wonderful old boy and such a great part of your life,  Run free George,   Sukimax, xxxx

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2010-02-08 19:58 Goldenfrodo

This is so very sad. R.I.P. dear George. You were very much loved and will be missed so much. Barbara xx

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2010-02-08 17:16 BaileyP

This is the worst possible news! I am so sorry to hear this John. I have been following George's thread and praying he would come home safely. Run free at the Bridge dear George.

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2010-02-07 00:00 optic

Thank you all so very much indeed for all of your thoughtful and extremely kind words.
I miss George dearly. For the last 17 years it was just him and I. He was always by my side, and even came to work with me. I don't think I will ever get used to him not being there. I still look behind me when I go through doors, holding them open for him. He was the most delightful companion anyone could wish for, greeting me each morning with his 'happy to see me face' and wagging tail, an image I shall remember the rest of my life.
John.

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2010-02-02 19:27 ML

So sorry to read about George. Run free at the bridge gorgeous boy. Thoughts with the owners at this sad time. xxx

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2010-02-02 14:48 Pebbles mum

Run free at rhe Rainbow Bridge George.

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2010-02-02 12:50 Rileys Mum

Rest in peace lovely George, i am so sorry you didn't make it home to your loved ones. Run Free at Rainbow Bridge. So sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts are with George's owners who must be devastated xx

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2010-02-02 12:05 Yasa

Reduced me to tears. I'm so so sorry about George xxxx

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2010-02-02 08:46 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

***A MESSAGE FROM GEORGE***

Friend, please don’t mourn for me
I’m still here, though you don’t see.
I’m right by your side each night and day
And within your heart I long to stay.

My body is gone but I’m always near.
I’m everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I’ll never depart
As long as you keep me alive in your heart.

I’ll never wander out of your sight-
I’m the brightest star on a summer night.
I’ll never be beyond your reach-
I’m the warm moist sand when you’re at the beach.

I’m the colourful leaves when Autumn’s around
And the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I’m the beautiful flowers of which you’re so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.

I’m the first bright blossom you’ll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I’m the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
And you’ll see that the face in the moon is mine.

When you start thinking there’s no one to love you,
You can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I’ll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
And you’ll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.

I’m the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
And the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I’m the smile you see on a baby’s face.
Just look for me, friend, I’m every place!

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2010-02-02 08:44 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

I spoke to George's owner last night  and expressed the sympathy, sadness, & sorrow I  felt on hearing this devastaing news.It is clear that  everyone who has been following George's story with hope and anticipation of good news, feels the same. We can only imagine how his owner must feel. In a couple of weeks George was going to be 18 yrs old and was still fit as a fiddle. He went absolutely everywhere with his owner, including work. The loss and the great hole he has left is going to be so great. It is thought he may have gone onto the ice on the canal and slipped through into the icy water. This is just so heartbreaking and I just cannot stop thinking about him. God bless you boy. xx

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2010-02-02 02:10 Teddys Mum - Area Volunteer, West London

This is heartbreaking, my thoughts are with the owners. Play at the bridge dear George, nothing can harm you now...

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2010-02-02 00:25 gm1969

Such awful news, poor George. May you run free at the bridge little sweetheart. My thoughts go out to Goerge's owners. xx

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2010-02-01 23:23 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Deepest thoughts are with George's family at this sad time.  Run free at the Bridge and sweet dreams lovely George.  Jan x

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2010-02-01 21:57 doglover1

Such sad news, sweet dreams George and my thoughts are with his family. x

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2010-02-01 21:41 Leona*

I am so saddened this gorgeous oldie did not make it home, run free George, my thoughts are with his owners xx

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2010-02-01 20:56 BrodieMurphy

Oh no, this is truly awful news.  I cannot tell you how sorry I am.  I had been looking out for this boy every day as I live very close (right next to the canal as it happens).  You did so much to find George and I am so sorry that he didn't make it home.  At least you now have closure. Gorgeous George, have fun at the bridge boy x  You clearly had a fabulous life and were very much loved, and will continue to be so.  Rest in peace xx

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2010-02-01 20:25 dinkydoodle

Thoughts are with George's owners.  Run free old chap.x.

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2010-02-01 19:14 snoopdog

Poor George may he rest in peace am so sorry to hear this very sad news my thoughts are with you X Run free at Rainbow Bridge little man XX

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2010-02-01 19:09 Furlover - Area Co-ordinator, West Yorkshire

Poor boy .. am so sorry he didnt make it home! My sincerest thoughts are with owners xx  

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2010-02-01 19:05 Shereen

I only looked at his  page a few minutes ago! This is so sad for poor George and his family Im so sorry to hear this Run free dear George at Rainbow Bridge restored to your Prime.: ( xxx

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2010-02-01 18:58 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

I am sorry to report with great sadness and sorrow that George’s body was recovered from the Union Canal this afternoon. He was discovered by a couple walking their dog who were kind enough to report to the appropriate authorities. I was so hoping for a better outcome for this old gent. God bless you George. Thinking of you at this sad time John. xx

You can shed tears that he is gone
or you can smile because he has lived.

You can close your eyes and pray that he’ll come back
or you can open your eyes and see all he’s left.

Your heart can be empty because you can’t see him
or you can be full of the love you shared.

You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday
or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.

You can remember him and only that he’s gone
or you can cherish his memory and let it live on.

You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back
or you can do what he’d want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.

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2010-02-01 18:53 dinkydoodle

oh no, is this right?  What has happened to dear George?

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2010-02-01 10:57 optic

http://www.zoneoptic.com/georgemiss.jpg  Larger pics of George with clickable link

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2010-02-01 10:55 optic

Thank you for the information Glynafon. Unfortunately it was not Geroge. The search continues..
Larger pictures of George are at;
www.zoneoptic.com/georgemiss.jpg

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2010-01-30 16:17 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

Thanks Glynafon. I have emailed George's owner and he can check this out if he wishes to.

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2010-01-30 10:54 DogLostGlynafon

It probably is not George but a black/white collie type was picked up at Bargeddie on 28th January.  Bargeddie is near motorway so might be worth checking with the council? http://www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=8141

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2010-01-30 08:37 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

George's owner has told me although he looks old by the grey muzzle, it has been that colour since he was young, and he is very fit and well for his age. There have been a couple of sightings in response to the owner's advert in the Evening Times, along with a very cruel hoax call. He is also doing all he can by postering, searching etc. If anyone can help with postering and searching please call the owner to see if you can be of help. It is very cold for an old boy like George to be out all night. I am really hoping that someone has taken him in, as dogs are often taken in quite locally, and sometimes members of the people think that the old dog has been dumped on the streets and abandoned. I have given the owner advice on things that have not been done so far like calling the microchip company. I have sent his poster to Scottish Rescues and I really hope there is some news of him soon.

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2010-01-30 01:23 DogLostMajorjet (Jan) - Area Co-ordinator - Liverpool/Merseyside, North West

Fingers crossed George is found soon, he looks a lovely boy.  Jan x

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2010-01-30 00:17 Shereen

I hope hes found safe and well realy soon bless him.x

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2010-01-29 23:09 Anita

my heart goes out to you, poor old fella getting lost at that age, i know what you going through, i lost my old girl 30th Dec 09 she is 16 i still not got her back, its devastating, im still hopeing and praying she will return to me, gud luck with finding the old fella, i will keep him in my prayers.

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2010-01-29 21:47 BrodieMurphy

Oh no, poor old George!  This is very near me, I live in Kingsknowe and my parents live in Currie - Baberton is in between.  Have a lot of friends that live there too so will pass the message on.  If I can help in any way please let me know. I hope this gorgeous old boy is home and safe very soon x

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2010-01-29 18:42 DogLostLostdogs ScotlandSable - Regional Co-ordinator - Scotland

Have called owner and given advice.Hopefully,someone has taken him in. He is nearly 18 years old.

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