R.I.P. Sweet little Kate. My sweet little old lady crossed the Rainbow Bridge this morning. Her liver disease was getting worse , she was getting weak and didn't want to eat so the time had come to let her go to wait for me. After the vet gave her the first shot, a sedative, she gave me kisses on my neck and cheek until she fell asleep as if she was saying good bye, thank you and letting me know she loved me too. She was the sweetest little girl and will be missed so very much but I was so blessed to have had her in my life. Just as there are special people in your life who hold a special spot in your heart, there are special pets and she was one of those precious little girls. I couldn't have loved her more if I had had her all 15 years of her life.

When I first heard about Joe, he had been returned to azbtr after being adopted at almost 11 years old. After watching Bostons come and go through adoption on the site since 2009, I made a knee jerk reaction and emailed regarding Joe. Thinking there was probably a line for him, I didn't get my hopes up, I just wanted to help the little guy-he was 11! I was delighted, surprised and a little nervous to know that he was available. What did I just get myself into? Could I care for a senior dog? I already had one crazy Boston and two cats, was this the best decision for our already hectic lives? Even though I was nervous it wouldn't work, I kept in mind that Joe needed someone to open their heart and give him a family. The day I met Joe, my heart melted. Watching him frantically try to pull his foster mom toward me out of excitement made me fall in love. He waged his little tail and looked at me with his huge brown eyes and I was hooked. I spent the next two weeks potty training Joe and showering him with unconditional love-and he gave it right back. As soon as a blanket was on my lap, he was in it. And if I got up, he followed. And when it was time to eat, he danced and wagged that little nub. He was so happy and we knew we were giving him a second lease on life. For almost two years Joe joined us for many walks, farmer's market outings, backyard bbqs and car rides. My ultimate goal was to get him to a beach and watch my two Bostons run around the surf. Sadly, my dream was five weeks too short, as I am en route to the coast today. I'll take my memories of him with us. Joe's health began to fade in late June and we kept him happy and comfortable as long as we could. On Aug 19th we realized we had to make a decision for quality of life. I was completely heart-broken. This little, old, smelly Boston Terrier stole my heart and forever changed my life, all because I was brave enough to take care of him. We miss him terribly, still. We say goodnight Jojo every evening and think about him snuggled up on a blanket, because that's all he ever wanted; someone to love. Thanks for letting me tell Joe's story Jenn

Our Max was a great dog. He fought a hard fight with various illnesses his whole life but never acted sick. He loved everyone! Especially if they had a tennis ball or could be enticed to pick up the slobbery end of the toy. The last 12 years with him have given us countless wonderful happy memories. He is irreplaceable and will be missed everyday. ~The Niemeyers

Winston passed away July 17, 2013. He was diagnosed with cancer (squamous cell), which presented itself in his lower jawbone about six weeks prior. This week it reached the tipping point pain-wise, so we had to let him go. We were together only a short time, but he’s left a big hole in our hearts. He was always a wonderful little boy and we were very fortunate to have found each other. - Stephanie

Georgia (previously Greta) came to us at a time when our home was missing a pet, after losing our Boston Brandy and cat Sherry within a month of each other.  Georgia was approx 10 years old with thyriod and chronic ear infections when we adopted her.  Our granddaughter Kaydin who lives with us was in need of a companion and Georgia fit the bill.  She was the sweetest Boston I've ever known. Even though we only had her 3 short years, she changed our lives as much as we changed hers.  We will miss her terribly but as the vet put it, she is happily chasing kitty's now.