One of the greatest joys that we have experienced in life is the love of our dogs. One of the most difficult experiences is the loss of our furry family members.
We honor those that have passed on with the memories shared by their families.
We honor those that have passed on with the memories shared by their families.
In Memory of Patrick
2008 - 2024
2008 - 2024
Hi Denise
It's with profound sadness that I write to inform you of our 16-year-old Patrick's passing. Patrick was from Taz & Ariel's 03/14/08 litter. He was the very best dog anyone could hope for. He brought immense joy & laughter to our family. We took him with us just about everywhere we went, out for dinner, many motor trips, anyplace. He remained healthy until last summer when he at 15 yrs., 4 months old began having seizures. Gradually he began to fail. I want to thank you & Gail for breeding such a perfect little dog. We are going to miss this little guy so much - Mary
It's with profound sadness that I write to inform you of our 16-year-old Patrick's passing. Patrick was from Taz & Ariel's 03/14/08 litter. He was the very best dog anyone could hope for. He brought immense joy & laughter to our family. We took him with us just about everywhere we went, out for dinner, many motor trips, anyplace. He remained healthy until last summer when he at 15 yrs., 4 months old began having seizures. Gradually he began to fail. I want to thank you & Gail for breeding such a perfect little dog. We are going to miss this little guy so much - Mary
In Memory of Pearl
2023 - 2024
2023 - 2024
In loving memory of our beloved angel Pearl who sadly passed away on February 8th, 2024. Pearl brought us more love than we could have imagined in her short 7 months on earth and was the sweetest soul we had ever met. Pearl leaves the biggest hole in our family and our hearts, she will forever be our first baby and we remain eternally grateful for the precious time we had together and all of the beautiful memories Pearl gave us.
Pearl was the happiest and healthiest of puppies and died in a tragic accident - please be extra careful with your precious puppies.
Best wishes
Sabine
Pearl was the happiest and healthiest of puppies and died in a tragic accident - please be extra careful with your precious puppies.
Best wishes
Sabine
In Memory of Radley
2009 - 2023
2009 - 2023
I'm sadly reporting that Radley a/k/a Sammy died yesterday at 14 years and 10 months. Sammy would be 15 on his next birthday. He was the best dog I have ever owned -- smart, friendly, easy to train, affectionate and playful. He has always been healthy and was loving to the end. We miss him very much and want to thank you for giving us the most wonderful dog in the world!
Carol Arnold
Carol Arnold
In Memory of Aurora
2015 - 2023
2015 - 2023
Hey Denise!
Here are some photos and videos of Aurora. She passed away on Saturday (12/9/2023) 😥
She loved hanging out with our pet hedgehog (Dorito)
Here are some photos and videos of Aurora. She passed away on Saturday (12/9/2023) 😥
She loved hanging out with our pet hedgehog (Dorito)
In Memory of Willie Nelson
2009 - 2023
2009 - 2023
Gail & Wayne--
Sadly, I must report that we had to euthanize our wonderfully smart, kind, sweet, gentle, brave, lovable Labradoodle, Willie Nelson. Willie was 14 years, 9 months. He leaves behind his litter mate & brother, Toby Keith. Both were born February 9, 2009.
For the last year he struggled more and more with arthritis and a breathing problem. As much as his will was to stay with us, I realized he was becoming so very tired and needed his final rest.
On November 3rd, Willie crossed over the rainbow bridge from our home, lying on his favorite dog bed. Never apart from his brother, Toby was with Willie as his life ended. Willie was a great dog and we all miss him so much. Toby is grieving, slowly adjusting. The following are just a few photos of Willie and one photo of both dogs. Willie Nelson was a wonderful member of our family, as is Toby.
Jane & Steve Hipp & Toby
Sadly, I must report that we had to euthanize our wonderfully smart, kind, sweet, gentle, brave, lovable Labradoodle, Willie Nelson. Willie was 14 years, 9 months. He leaves behind his litter mate & brother, Toby Keith. Both were born February 9, 2009.
For the last year he struggled more and more with arthritis and a breathing problem. As much as his will was to stay with us, I realized he was becoming so very tired and needed his final rest.
On November 3rd, Willie crossed over the rainbow bridge from our home, lying on his favorite dog bed. Never apart from his brother, Toby was with Willie as his life ended. Willie was a great dog and we all miss him so much. Toby is grieving, slowly adjusting. The following are just a few photos of Willie and one photo of both dogs. Willie Nelson was a wonderful member of our family, as is Toby.
Jane & Steve Hipp & Toby
In Memory of Tanner
2007 - 2023
2007 - 2023
Hello Wayne and Gail,
Tanner, son of Taz and Snickers went to doggie heaven October 30th. He gave us fifteen and a half years of love and laughter. We are still lost without him but grateful you bred such a fine dog and companion for us.
Sincerely,
Mimi and Rod Mackinnon
Tanner, son of Taz and Snickers went to doggie heaven October 30th. He gave us fifteen and a half years of love and laughter. We are still lost without him but grateful you bred such a fine dog and companion for us.
Sincerely,
Mimi and Rod Mackinnon
In Memory of Sydney Matilda
2007 - 2023
2007 - 2023
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Dear Gail,
16 years ago we were fortunate enough to come across your site and find the most incredible dog we could ever ask for. At the time she went by Vixen, but shortly after she became Sydney Matilda and she became ours.
Tonight we made the toughest choice we could ever make and we said goodbye to her. She went to sleep comfortably at home surrounded by all her family who has shown her nothing but love her whole life. She was so smart and everyone who met her feel in love because she was nothing but gentle and loving! She will forever live on in our hearts. We are truly heart broken and take comfort in all the beautiful memories and what a true blessing she was to us and anyone she met.
Thank you for allowing us to love her and making her part of our family.
Love,
The Hynes Family
16 years ago we were fortunate enough to come across your site and find the most incredible dog we could ever ask for. At the time she went by Vixen, but shortly after she became Sydney Matilda and she became ours.
Tonight we made the toughest choice we could ever make and we said goodbye to her. She went to sleep comfortably at home surrounded by all her family who has shown her nothing but love her whole life. She was so smart and everyone who met her feel in love because she was nothing but gentle and loving! She will forever live on in our hearts. We are truly heart broken and take comfort in all the beautiful memories and what a true blessing she was to us and anyone she met.
Thank you for allowing us to love her and making her part of our family.
Love,
The Hynes Family
In Memory of DukeHello Gail, I just wanted to share that our beautiful, sweet boy passed away this week, just a few weeks shy of his 16th birthday. Duke, (originally named Chip) was from Brickie and Cocoa's litter of 1.27.07....... the same litter as your own adorable Cuddles.
I never thought it possible to love an animal so much, or to receive so much love in return. Thank you for breeding such exceptional and healthy canine companions. We have been truly blessed.
Christine and William
I never thought it possible to love an animal so much, or to receive so much love in return. Thank you for breeding such exceptional and healthy canine companions. We have been truly blessed.
Christine and William
Hi Gayle, I don't know if you know that I lost Chili last year she was 16! I think of her all the time and I had an amazing dream about her that she was alive and running around, I miss her so much. I hope you are well and sending you lots of love and gratitude. Nancy
Good morning Gail,
I wanted to reach out and let you know that Wrigley passed a couple of months ago. He suddenly developed seizures and they
Said it was most likely a brain tumor. We now own a farm in Washington and was able to bury him in one of our pastures. To
Say his loss was devastating is an understatement. Wrigley was a total character but I loved him so much for who he was. Wrigley
Was 13 ½ years old.
Fenway Is still with us. He has a rare degenerative eye condition that has left him almost blind, but he does well regardless. I can
See him failing since Wrigley died but he is amazing and we have been able to comfort each other during the last few months.
I felt that I needed to reach out and let you know how much I appreciate my boys…they have brought me great joy over the
Last 13 years and I so appreciate your wonderful ability to help create such wonderful dogs.
I hope you are doing well. Once Fenway goes to heaven with Wrigley I may reach out again to see if we could find another
Doodle to join our family. Here is a picture of Wrigley just a couple of weeks before he died. Such a handsome devil he was 😊
Take care Gail…Marcy
I wanted to reach out and let you know that Wrigley passed a couple of months ago. He suddenly developed seizures and they
Said it was most likely a brain tumor. We now own a farm in Washington and was able to bury him in one of our pastures. To
Say his loss was devastating is an understatement. Wrigley was a total character but I loved him so much for who he was. Wrigley
Was 13 ½ years old.
Fenway Is still with us. He has a rare degenerative eye condition that has left him almost blind, but he does well regardless. I can
See him failing since Wrigley died but he is amazing and we have been able to comfort each other during the last few months.
I felt that I needed to reach out and let you know how much I appreciate my boys…they have brought me great joy over the
Last 13 years and I so appreciate your wonderful ability to help create such wonderful dogs.
I hope you are doing well. Once Fenway goes to heaven with Wrigley I may reach out again to see if we could find another
Doodle to join our family. Here is a picture of Wrigley just a couple of weeks before he died. Such a handsome devil he was 😊
Take care Gail…Marcy
Hi Gail
Hope you are doing well! I think of you often and wanted to share that sweet Teddy has passed over the rainbow 🌈 bridge to heaven. We are so sad because he went downhill so quickly. He was the light of our lives along with Scooby the bulldog, who is confused where his big bro went to. Teddy was 15 1/2 and lived a beautiful long and happy life.
Thank you for giving him to us. His cousins, Hercie, Layla, and Bella will miss him. Hope you are well! Just wanted to share this sad news 🥲
Carrie and Andrew
Hope you are doing well! I think of you often and wanted to share that sweet Teddy has passed over the rainbow 🌈 bridge to heaven. We are so sad because he went downhill so quickly. He was the light of our lives along with Scooby the bulldog, who is confused where his big bro went to. Teddy was 15 1/2 and lived a beautiful long and happy life.
Thank you for giving him to us. His cousins, Hercie, Layla, and Bella will miss him. Hope you are well! Just wanted to share this sad news 🥲
Carrie and Andrew
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Gail and Wayne,
I remember being introduced to Batman in your home living room. Wayne, Cuddles was sitting on your lap assessing if this new person was worthy of such a valuable treasure. He had such a unique look, so regal with his bushy eyebrows and soulful eyes. You told me he would turn platinum, but our Marlowe always made decisions on his own and preferred his natural brown with silver highlights. We named him after Elliot Gould portraying Philip Marlowe in the 1973 movie “The long goodbye”, a bushy eyed private detective. Marlowe has given us an immeasurable amount of joy over these past nine years. He thought he was human, understanding how and when to apply love and a tender smile to any of life’s challenges. He became my wife’s soul mate, knowing exactly how to express care and empathy when she lost both of her parents. His life ended by congestive heart failure. We saw multiple cardiologists and subscribed to both their recommended prescriptions and holistic healing. He fought this diseased heart for over a year. Our other two dogs, Crocket and Hailey would run to him when he began coughing/ chocking.
I know the universe could only produce one Marlowe.! and we were blessed to love him as we do.
If you have a puppy that has the same loving, soulful characteristics, please let us know. Perhaps this would ease the pain. Thank you both for such a gift.
Love,
Walter and Anastasia
I remember being introduced to Batman in your home living room. Wayne, Cuddles was sitting on your lap assessing if this new person was worthy of such a valuable treasure. He had such a unique look, so regal with his bushy eyebrows and soulful eyes. You told me he would turn platinum, but our Marlowe always made decisions on his own and preferred his natural brown with silver highlights. We named him after Elliot Gould portraying Philip Marlowe in the 1973 movie “The long goodbye”, a bushy eyed private detective. Marlowe has given us an immeasurable amount of joy over these past nine years. He thought he was human, understanding how and when to apply love and a tender smile to any of life’s challenges. He became my wife’s soul mate, knowing exactly how to express care and empathy when she lost both of her parents. His life ended by congestive heart failure. We saw multiple cardiologists and subscribed to both their recommended prescriptions and holistic healing. He fought this diseased heart for over a year. Our other two dogs, Crocket and Hailey would run to him when he began coughing/ chocking.
I know the universe could only produce one Marlowe.! and we were blessed to love him as we do.
If you have a puppy that has the same loving, soulful characteristics, please let us know. Perhaps this would ease the pain. Thank you both for such a gift.
Love,
Walter and Anastasia
Gail,
This portrait is in our living room, photographed last Christmas. You have given us so much joy with Crockett and Marlowe. I thought you might enjoy seeing how beautiful they and Hailey grew up.. and you can also see the bond with our son, Hudson.
Talk soon!
Walter
This portrait is in our living room, photographed last Christmas. You have given us so much joy with Crockett and Marlowe. I thought you might enjoy seeing how beautiful they and Hailey grew up.. and you can also see the bond with our son, Hudson.
Talk soon!
Walter
REMI
Gail,
Just wanted to share today we had to say goodbye to Remi after 17 incredible years.
She was just an amazing loving special part of our family.
August 7, 2022
Just wanted to share today we had to say goodbye to Remi after 17 incredible years.
She was just an amazing loving special part of our family.
August 7, 2022
Bogie
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I had to put Bogie down on Monday. Bonnie went with me and Todd was wonderful. Bogie was 15 years + 4months and fading. I will miss him
Anabelle
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Gail and family,
Anabelle died on Thursday April 28. On Wednesday morning at 3:30 am she woke me up having a massive seizure. Except for a short respite, she continued having them till we got her to ER. They kept her comfortable until my mom, brother and I were able to sit with her and say goodbye. She couldn’t move or see much but she was alert and knew us and gave us many kisses.
There really was no warning but we are thankful she was well and enjoying life in her last days.
To say that in 2007 you sent us a gift is an understatement. I told her everyday I love(d) her more than anything. She loved my mom and dad, me, my brother, my SIL, my niece, and her big sister Shiloh and her little sister Gidget.
She was the best retriever we ever had, bringing the toy back again and again in the yards. She required her morning wrestle, first with Shiloh and then with Gidget.
Not sure I ever told you but one morning my alarm clock went off. It was on her side of the bed and I watched as she put her paw out and moved the knob to the off position. I fell back to sleep. I had said the night before that I was going to go out and I guess she didn’t want me going out 😂 I told her later I didn’t want her to do that ever again. She never did.
Gidget is somber at times, but I explained a bit and I’m playing with her etc. We have had the best girls ever and she is one of them.
Jean, Donna and Gidget
Anabelle died on Thursday April 28. On Wednesday morning at 3:30 am she woke me up having a massive seizure. Except for a short respite, she continued having them till we got her to ER. They kept her comfortable until my mom, brother and I were able to sit with her and say goodbye. She couldn’t move or see much but she was alert and knew us and gave us many kisses.
There really was no warning but we are thankful she was well and enjoying life in her last days.
To say that in 2007 you sent us a gift is an understatement. I told her everyday I love(d) her more than anything. She loved my mom and dad, me, my brother, my SIL, my niece, and her big sister Shiloh and her little sister Gidget.
She was the best retriever we ever had, bringing the toy back again and again in the yards. She required her morning wrestle, first with Shiloh and then with Gidget.
Not sure I ever told you but one morning my alarm clock went off. It was on her side of the bed and I watched as she put her paw out and moved the knob to the off position. I fell back to sleep. I had said the night before that I was going to go out and I guess she didn’t want me going out 😂 I told her later I didn’t want her to do that ever again. She never did.
Gidget is somber at times, but I explained a bit and I’m playing with her etc. We have had the best girls ever and she is one of them.
Jean, Donna and Gidget
Hi Gail,
I hope this email finds you well! I had started to draft an email to you over the summer to send an update about the dogs and life got in the way and I never finished my email. Originally, I was going to report about how well Winston was doing after turning 15 last April. Unfortunately, after nearly 16 wonderful years with Winston, we had to say goodbye on February 4th. Winston was my first dog, and simply a fabulous companion and friend. He loved cheese, my Dad, and Christmas morning (he'd bark at the tree till we sat down to open gifts together, but never touched gifts he shouldn't have). He was a sweet, gentle guy who was loved by so many of our friends and family. We're so grateful for the memories and many happy years we had with him. Now that Winston is gone my parents are true empty-nesters and I think will enjoy visits from Harper even more than they did before :)
I hope this email finds you well! I had started to draft an email to you over the summer to send an update about the dogs and life got in the way and I never finished my email. Originally, I was going to report about how well Winston was doing after turning 15 last April. Unfortunately, after nearly 16 wonderful years with Winston, we had to say goodbye on February 4th. Winston was my first dog, and simply a fabulous companion and friend. He loved cheese, my Dad, and Christmas morning (he'd bark at the tree till we sat down to open gifts together, but never touched gifts he shouldn't have). He was a sweet, gentle guy who was loved by so many of our friends and family. We're so grateful for the memories and many happy years we had with him. Now that Winston is gone my parents are true empty-nesters and I think will enjoy visits from Harper even more than they did before :)
I hope you are well and Happy New Year to you and your family. I wanted to let you know of the passing of our amazing, most wonderful little Muffin. She was born on 3/13/08 to Taz and Chloe and passed on December 9, 2021. She was the most compassionate, loving girl who really seemed to understand our every thought, wish and emotion, and was always there for us to play, hang out, walk, or just do whatever everyone else wanted to do. She had an assertive side with wanting treats or scratches and was very good at communicating in a very nice, funny and respectful way! We could not have imagined a more perfect little girl, and saying good bye to her has been our family's biggest heartbreak. I'm sorry we have lost touch with you over the years, but wanted to reconnect to say thank you, and to let you know that she lived a very happy life, spending lots of time with our family outdoors hiking, boating on Lake Tahoe and playing in the snow in the winters and also happily hanging out at home. Our kids (now 22, 20 and 16) grew up with Muffin. They were 8, 5 and 3 when we all picked up our new puppy from the airport, and their childhood is filled with so many special memories with her, which began with naming her Muffin! I am sending you a few photos. We added a 2nd dog, Cody, to our family 5 years ago and Muffin and Cody were the best of friends, spending every moment together. Muffin was the best "big sister" and taught rambunctious little Cody to settle down and also be as wonderful as she was. We have many photos of them "twinning" as I called it when they happened to always end up in the exact same pose. We will forever miss our little girl, Muffin.
Thank you again for our treasured little girl.
Alyssa, Jonathan, Carly, Brian and Olivia Harris (and Cody too)
Muffin relaxing outside, September 2021
Thank you again for our treasured little girl.
Alyssa, Jonathan, Carly, Brian and Olivia Harris (and Cody too)
Muffin relaxing outside, September 2021
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1/12/2022
Hi Gail and Wayne, I just wanted to let you know we had to put Cynder down this morning. She was a blessing every single day and we are forever grateful to both of you. Much love, Ilese and Craig |
This was a few weeks ago when she went out on the deck during a bit of snow ❤️❄️
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We acquired Riley Hudson from Gail in July of 2008. We can't say enough about our beloved son. He was truly perfect. Unfortunately, he left us today at 1:35. We did all we could but as humans we must set aside our selfishness in lieu of what's best for them.
RIP, our Buster Brown, we'll love, remember and cherish you forever.
October 24, 2021
RIP, our Buster Brown, we'll love, remember and cherish you forever.
October 24, 2021
Kona gave us 16 great years
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Its with great sadness that I have to tell you we had to put our wonderful Kona down. She was 15 1/2 years old and gave our family love, happiness and laughter all of those years. She will truly be missed. The Miller Family
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Riley 03/18/2008. - 02/06/2021
Hi Gail
On Saturday we had to put Riley down. About 2 months ago they found a tumor on his lung. I’ve lost both my parents in the past year and a half. This was harder. Riley was the best dog you could ever ask for. So well behaved. A great watchdog and very quirky lol. He would only drink water outside. Rain, snow or sunshine. If you were sitting in the couch he would jump up and Lie down on the other side. He always wanted to be near you but not on top of you. I would take to visit my parents who were in memory care assisted living. Everyone just loved him. He loved to play with other dogs and he always got along with me. We are so blessed that we found Whispering Winds and that you sent us Riley. We had almost 13 blessed years with him. Thank you
Maureen and Dan King
On Saturday we had to put Riley down. About 2 months ago they found a tumor on his lung. I’ve lost both my parents in the past year and a half. This was harder. Riley was the best dog you could ever ask for. So well behaved. A great watchdog and very quirky lol. He would only drink water outside. Rain, snow or sunshine. If you were sitting in the couch he would jump up and Lie down on the other side. He always wanted to be near you but not on top of you. I would take to visit my parents who were in memory care assisted living. Everyone just loved him. He loved to play with other dogs and he always got along with me. We are so blessed that we found Whispering Winds and that you sent us Riley. We had almost 13 blessed years with him. Thank you
Maureen and Dan King
It has been a long time, but I did want to tell you that we “lost” our adorable Tucker (Rugby) on the 28th. It broke our hearts, but we had to put him down due to his deteriorating health. ...
Thank you for the gift of Tucker in our lives which we so enjoyed for many years ! He was the BEST!
Jan Scripps
Thank you for the gift of Tucker in our lives which we so enjoyed for many years ! He was the BEST!
Jan Scripps
Paddington
11/2/2006 - 12/9/2020
11/2/2006 - 12/9/2020
Dear Gail-
We are so sad to report that we had to say goodbye to our dear Paddington last week. His Congestive Heart Failure reached the point where we knew he was struggling. Losing Zoe in August really knocked the wind out of his sails. Our only joy is imagining the two of them reunited in some version of Doggie Heaven - one with a Fine Cheese Club for Paddington who never missed a chance to scarf some down if the opportunity presented itself!
Paddington was always his own fellow - an introvert to Zoe’s extrovert - and such a sweet soul. He leaves a big hole in our hearts. We are grateful we have our puppy Maddie to keep us looking forward!
Whispering Winds has given us the Best Dogs Ever and we thank you for that!
Leslie & PJ
We are so sad to report that we had to say goodbye to our dear Paddington last week. His Congestive Heart Failure reached the point where we knew he was struggling. Losing Zoe in August really knocked the wind out of his sails. Our only joy is imagining the two of them reunited in some version of Doggie Heaven - one with a Fine Cheese Club for Paddington who never missed a chance to scarf some down if the opportunity presented itself!
Paddington was always his own fellow - an introvert to Zoe’s extrovert - and such a sweet soul. He leaves a big hole in our hearts. We are grateful we have our puppy Maddie to keep us looking forward!
Whispering Winds has given us the Best Dogs Ever and we thank you for that!
Leslie & PJ
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I always think of this photo as Paddington’s Kindergarten class photo!
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Paddington in his Happy Place - riding on the dinghy - the faster the happier!
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Gone but definitely not forgotten. What a wonderful pair they were!
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Maddie and Paddington in late September.
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Oliver Max 10/30/04-11/24/19
Thank you Grandma Gail for gifting me with this amazing sentient being. My husband and I miss him every single hour of every single day and I sincerely thank you for allowing us to become his mom and dad.
From Cocoa and Wille’s litter. We refer to Oliver Max as the OD (aka the original doodle) and we make a point to tell people that. Because he truly was the OD. Xxoo
Oliver Max at Hotel Del Coronado
My tattoo of Oliver Max’ paw
His last adventure a month before his passing. We took him to the Washington coast for a few days.
Puppy life.
Lake Cushman.
Palm Desert, CA. His yearly trip to grandma and grandpa’s vacation home.
San Diego. Del Mar dog beach. Frequent visits to mom’s home town.
The day he crossed the Rainbows Bridge. We knew it was time. We took him to his favorite spots that day. He had a cheeseburger from Dicks. He went so peacefully.
Last day on this side of the rainbow.
Cheers,
Anne Marie Marshall
From Cocoa and Wille’s litter. We refer to Oliver Max as the OD (aka the original doodle) and we make a point to tell people that. Because he truly was the OD. Xxoo
Oliver Max at Hotel Del Coronado
My tattoo of Oliver Max’ paw
His last adventure a month before his passing. We took him to the Washington coast for a few days.
Puppy life.
Lake Cushman.
Palm Desert, CA. His yearly trip to grandma and grandpa’s vacation home.
San Diego. Del Mar dog beach. Frequent visits to mom’s home town.
The day he crossed the Rainbows Bridge. We knew it was time. We took him to his favorite spots that day. He had a cheeseburger from Dicks. He went so peacefully.
Last day on this side of the rainbow.
Cheers,
Anne Marie Marshall
It is with heavy hearts we said goodbye to our dear dog Zoey. She was as loyal loving dog a true adventurer. We were blessed to have her in our lives for 15 years.
5/30/2005 to 8/27/2020
5/30/2005 to 8/27/2020
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Hello Gail
The joy Gunner brought our family is the greatest joy of all. He completed our family. We enjoyed him for almost 16 years. Unfortunately we had to say our goodbyes yesterday. Our house is empty. The boys are now men but Gunner brought out the kid in all of them every day. When they return on college breaks the first to get a hug was always Gunner. He kept us smiling and gave us his unconditional love. He is now resting peacefully. It certainly has been the best years together.
Thank you for selecting the most perfect pup for our family! I can’t imagine our lives without him. Hopefully time will heal our broken hearts.
Love,
The Butcher Family
Park City, Utah
The first photo was taken at the airport when Gunner arrived and joined the family. The second photo was taken 05/12/20, the day he left us.
The joy Gunner brought our family is the greatest joy of all. He completed our family. We enjoyed him for almost 16 years. Unfortunately we had to say our goodbyes yesterday. Our house is empty. The boys are now men but Gunner brought out the kid in all of them every day. When they return on college breaks the first to get a hug was always Gunner. He kept us smiling and gave us his unconditional love. He is now resting peacefully. It certainly has been the best years together.
Thank you for selecting the most perfect pup for our family! I can’t imagine our lives without him. Hopefully time will heal our broken hearts.
Love,
The Butcher Family
Park City, Utah
The first photo was taken at the airport when Gunner arrived and joined the family. The second photo was taken 05/12/20, the day he left us.
Whispering Winds Lady Pink
"Lucy"
February 7, 2020
"Lucy"
February 7, 2020
Hi Gail,
It is with a heavy heart that I write to tell you that Lucy left us yesterday afternoon. Our house is covered in sadness as our most precious girl is already so missed. She fought a long battle with kidney disease but never stopped being the sweetest, most beautiful and gentle girl we came to know and love. People often called her the "non-dog" because of the soulfulness in her eyes and the way she carried herself. She truly owned a room and in her final days brought many visitors to wish her farewell. There was not a dry eye in saying goodbye to her. I was truly convinced she was a person and in a lot of ways she was indeed "our person". We are thankful you trusted us with her many years ago and can never repay the time we had with her. Our hearts are truly broken but we know she lived a wonderful life!
Sending lots of love to you and your family.
Rochelle, Troy, Bailey and Grace
It is with a heavy heart that I write to tell you that Lucy left us yesterday afternoon. Our house is covered in sadness as our most precious girl is already so missed. She fought a long battle with kidney disease but never stopped being the sweetest, most beautiful and gentle girl we came to know and love. People often called her the "non-dog" because of the soulfulness in her eyes and the way she carried herself. She truly owned a room and in her final days brought many visitors to wish her farewell. There was not a dry eye in saying goodbye to her. I was truly convinced she was a person and in a lot of ways she was indeed "our person". We are thankful you trusted us with her many years ago and can never repay the time we had with her. Our hearts are truly broken but we know she lived a wonderful life!
Sending lots of love to you and your family.
Rochelle, Troy, Bailey and Grace
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Dear Gail,
We wanted you to know that our wonderful, joyful babes have started a new adventure. Both have died this year - Bailey @ 12 yr 9 mo., Levi @ 13 1/2. They brought us so much joy that we can't begin to describe it. They both were truly wonderful dogs each with their own personality. We understand you are retiring and want you to know how grateful we are to you for breeding such wonderful dogs. When we are ready, we will definitely be in touch w/ one of your recommendations.
Have a wonderful rest of the holiday season and enjoy your retirement.
Peggy Schroder
Patsy Gleason
We wanted you to know that our wonderful, joyful babes have started a new adventure. Both have died this year - Bailey @ 12 yr 9 mo., Levi @ 13 1/2. They brought us so much joy that we can't begin to describe it. They both were truly wonderful dogs each with their own personality. We understand you are retiring and want you to know how grateful we are to you for breeding such wonderful dogs. When we are ready, we will definitely be in touch w/ one of your recommendations.
Have a wonderful rest of the holiday season and enjoy your retirement.
Peggy Schroder
Patsy Gleason
Dear Gail,
We lost our beloved 12 year old Jackie Brown (aka Jack) just before Christmas. He’d been struggling with Kidney Disease for a year & gave it his all until the very end. What a dog! I don’t know where to start. He was very smart & listened intently to conversations so that he could pick out words-- “dog,” “ball,” & “squirrel” got the most attention & a run to the door to give chase, lol. Jack provided steady companionship to our other Whispering Winds dog, June Bug & watched over our middle child, born with Down Syndrome. It’s a huge loss for our family but I must share that an hour after he passed peacefully a beautiful rainbow appeared over our home. He was telling us he was safe & running free. 🐾🌈🐾
Thank you for bringing this bundle of joy into our lives, Gail.
Claudia & Bill Turner
Jack (parents Snickers & Taz)
11/19/07-12/23/19
We lost our beloved 12 year old Jackie Brown (aka Jack) just before Christmas. He’d been struggling with Kidney Disease for a year & gave it his all until the very end. What a dog! I don’t know where to start. He was very smart & listened intently to conversations so that he could pick out words-- “dog,” “ball,” & “squirrel” got the most attention & a run to the door to give chase, lol. Jack provided steady companionship to our other Whispering Winds dog, June Bug & watched over our middle child, born with Down Syndrome. It’s a huge loss for our family but I must share that an hour after he passed peacefully a beautiful rainbow appeared over our home. He was telling us he was safe & running free. 🐾🌈🐾
Thank you for bringing this bundle of joy into our lives, Gail.
Claudia & Bill Turner
Jack (parents Snickers & Taz)
11/19/07-12/23/19
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Gail,
Our hearts are sad, but we know she lived a wonderful life. We are so thankful and blessed to have had the opportunity to have Annie. We never thought our family could have a dog because of the kids allergies but your dogs allowed us to have the best dog ever! Annie passed away on November 20, 2019. We loved our life with her. She brought us complete happiness and joy every day. Her unconditional love for each of us, and her gentle spirit will never be forgotten. Each day since she has been gone is hard. We all look for her, and we are reminded how much she completed our life. The kids always had her growing up.
I hope you enjoy some of the photos I attached to this email. She loved the lake and boat rides, She always sat on the kids laps, she loved to cuddle and sleep on my bed. When Lilly when she was younger she took her everywhere she went, even in the gator outside or making her sit on a chair to have a tea party, or comforting her when each of us faced hardships of life.
I hope one day we can get another dog from you.
Thank you for years of happiness Gail .
Sincerely,
Jason, Heather, Dan, Matt, Lilly and Joseph.
Annie Grebner
10/30/04 11/20/19
Our hearts are sad, but we know she lived a wonderful life. We are so thankful and blessed to have had the opportunity to have Annie. We never thought our family could have a dog because of the kids allergies but your dogs allowed us to have the best dog ever! Annie passed away on November 20, 2019. We loved our life with her. She brought us complete happiness and joy every day. Her unconditional love for each of us, and her gentle spirit will never be forgotten. Each day since she has been gone is hard. We all look for her, and we are reminded how much she completed our life. The kids always had her growing up.
I hope you enjoy some of the photos I attached to this email. She loved the lake and boat rides, She always sat on the kids laps, she loved to cuddle and sleep on my bed. When Lilly when she was younger she took her everywhere she went, even in the gator outside or making her sit on a chair to have a tea party, or comforting her when each of us faced hardships of life.
I hope one day we can get another dog from you.
Thank you for years of happiness Gail .
Sincerely,
Jason, Heather, Dan, Matt, Lilly and Joseph.
Annie Grebner
10/30/04 11/20/19
HI Gail,
We wanted to let you know that we lost our little Emma last December. Emma was one of Lulu’s last litters. She had a stroke “ neurological event” in August right before our daughter Kennedy, and her “owner” left for college. She recovered and then suffered another one last December. She was able to hold on until Kennedy made it through finals and came home to see her one last time. We miss our girl so much and are not quite ready for another one. IN a funny turn of events, my husband got an english springer spaniel in April. She was born in December and we feel that there is a-lot of Emma in her. She constantly has to have something in her mouth, she loves to be next to us and if you even look at her, she rolls onto her back for a belly rub. Emma could have had her belly rubbed for hours on end. So it's comforting to feel that Emma is still with us. Thank you for the most wonderful dog ever.
We wanted to let you know that we lost our little Emma last December. Emma was one of Lulu’s last litters. She had a stroke “ neurological event” in August right before our daughter Kennedy, and her “owner” left for college. She recovered and then suffered another one last December. She was able to hold on until Kennedy made it through finals and came home to see her one last time. We miss our girl so much and are not quite ready for another one. IN a funny turn of events, my husband got an english springer spaniel in April. She was born in December and we feel that there is a-lot of Emma in her. She constantly has to have something in her mouth, she loves to be next to us and if you even look at her, she rolls onto her back for a belly rub. Emma could have had her belly rubbed for hours on end. So it's comforting to feel that Emma is still with us. Thank you for the most wonderful dog ever.
February 25th, 2018
Dear Whispering Winds,
This letter should have been sent many years ago but it wasn’t. I think it was life getting in the way of life.
We just wanted to say Thank you! Thank you for our puppy. His birth name was Redford born December 30th 2006 and later changed to Chester. Chester was named after Chester, NJ, Pa and VT. Chester came to live with us on Saturday, March 10th 2007. I can assure you that the minute we picked up that crate and saw a tiny little nose sticking out we all knew we had our new best friend.
Chester saw each one of us through one thing or another teenage break ups, lost games and family’s ups and downs. He became a coworker to John when working from home. He was my cleaning partner and would love to stay on the steps when I was trying to vacuum. Chester was truly a wonderful dog. While we tried for years to calm him when the doorbell rang it wouldn’t matter because whoever was on the other side was there just for him. Didn’t matter if it was family, friends or the UPS man to Chester they were here to see him.
Chester truly became part of this family in every sense of the word. Sadly we lost our friend on Saturday. A large mass was found on his lung and we chose not to do surgery and enjoy the time we had with him.
Chester stayed just like a puppy with all the energy that went along with it right up till the day before we said goodbye, There will never be another Chester like this youthful pup of ours. We were so blessed to have had a Whispering Winds dog to call our own. T
Thank you 10 years, 11 months 2 weeks later for giving us all our best friend.
God Bless Our Cheater,
John, Nancy, Samantha and Christopher Moorzitz
Dear Whispering Winds,
This letter should have been sent many years ago but it wasn’t. I think it was life getting in the way of life.
We just wanted to say Thank you! Thank you for our puppy. His birth name was Redford born December 30th 2006 and later changed to Chester. Chester was named after Chester, NJ, Pa and VT. Chester came to live with us on Saturday, March 10th 2007. I can assure you that the minute we picked up that crate and saw a tiny little nose sticking out we all knew we had our new best friend.
Chester saw each one of us through one thing or another teenage break ups, lost games and family’s ups and downs. He became a coworker to John when working from home. He was my cleaning partner and would love to stay on the steps when I was trying to vacuum. Chester was truly a wonderful dog. While we tried for years to calm him when the doorbell rang it wouldn’t matter because whoever was on the other side was there just for him. Didn’t matter if it was family, friends or the UPS man to Chester they were here to see him.
Chester truly became part of this family in every sense of the word. Sadly we lost our friend on Saturday. A large mass was found on his lung and we chose not to do surgery and enjoy the time we had with him.
Chester stayed just like a puppy with all the energy that went along with it right up till the day before we said goodbye, There will never be another Chester like this youthful pup of ours. We were so blessed to have had a Whispering Winds dog to call our own. T
Thank you 10 years, 11 months 2 weeks later for giving us all our best friend.
God Bless Our Cheater,
John, Nancy, Samantha and Christopher Moorzitz
Dugan
November 2004 - December 2016
November 2004 - December 2016
Dear Gail,
I have tried to write this note several times only to dissolve into tears. Our beloved doodle, Dugan, passed away shortly before Christmas. He had just turned twelve in November. He was absolutey the best companion I have ever known. I know you can’t possibly remember all the puppies that have gone out your door and into loving arms, but I wanted to express how much joy this little black dog brought to me and my family. Here’s a cute photo of Dugan being silly at work.
I see you are retiring and I wish you the best. Thank you,
I should have included more stories about Dugan, how smart and wonderful he was. He could play hide and go seek. We’d tell him to sit in the family room, then one of us would hide and then whistle for him to come find us. Sometimes we were tricky and stood on a chair that was out of his direct line of sight, but he would find us anyway. He was also quite the snuggler. If I laid down on the sofa with my head on a pillow, Dugan would immediately lay down on the other side and put his head on the pillow too. Yes, he was a little spoiled and had sofa and bed privileges. In bed sometimes, he would sit and very gently put his paw on me. He was asking me to roll over so he could spoon with me. I have never had such a strong bond with a pet than with Dugan. He was truly a special soul.
Thank you ever so much for bringing Dugan into our lives,
Martha
I have tried to write this note several times only to dissolve into tears. Our beloved doodle, Dugan, passed away shortly before Christmas. He had just turned twelve in November. He was absolutey the best companion I have ever known. I know you can’t possibly remember all the puppies that have gone out your door and into loving arms, but I wanted to express how much joy this little black dog brought to me and my family. Here’s a cute photo of Dugan being silly at work.
I see you are retiring and I wish you the best. Thank you,
I should have included more stories about Dugan, how smart and wonderful he was. He could play hide and go seek. We’d tell him to sit in the family room, then one of us would hide and then whistle for him to come find us. Sometimes we were tricky and stood on a chair that was out of his direct line of sight, but he would find us anyway. He was also quite the snuggler. If I laid down on the sofa with my head on a pillow, Dugan would immediately lay down on the other side and put his head on the pillow too. Yes, he was a little spoiled and had sofa and bed privileges. In bed sometimes, he would sit and very gently put his paw on me. He was asking me to roll over so he could spoon with me. I have never had such a strong bond with a pet than with Dugan. He was truly a special soul.
Thank you ever so much for bringing Dugan into our lives,
Martha
Hi Gail,
I am so sad to say that almost a month ago, September 8th, our sweet Willie boy left us. The day before we put him down, he became acutely ill and we later discovered that he had tumors in multiple places. He spent his 14 years being a playful and loving companion. It has taken so long to write this email because I didnt know what to say. No words express how much I loved him and how thankful I am that I grew up with him by my side. He was so kind, loyal, and fun and a major presence is missing without him around. Thank you so much for allowing us to get to know Willie. He lived the best life ever and was so loved by everyone he met. The memories that I had with him I will cherish forever.
Best wishes,
Carolyn Munley
p.s I got my senior photos done with Willie only 4 days before he passed. As you can see, he was a happy and sweet boy to the end ❤️
I am so sad to say that almost a month ago, September 8th, our sweet Willie boy left us. The day before we put him down, he became acutely ill and we later discovered that he had tumors in multiple places. He spent his 14 years being a playful and loving companion. It has taken so long to write this email because I didnt know what to say. No words express how much I loved him and how thankful I am that I grew up with him by my side. He was so kind, loyal, and fun and a major presence is missing without him around. Thank you so much for allowing us to get to know Willie. He lived the best life ever and was so loved by everyone he met. The memories that I had with him I will cherish forever.
Best wishes,
Carolyn Munley
p.s I got my senior photos done with Willie only 4 days before he passed. As you can see, he was a happy and sweet boy to the end ❤️
Rutlands Lil Cocoa
August 11, 2002 - June 3, 2016
August 11, 2002 - June 3, 2016
Gail,
It is with a very heavy heart that I tell you Cocoa left us last night. For the past six months we have been treating her for Cushings
and Kidney disease. We are so very heartbroken. It is difficult to imagine our family without her.
She has been our constant, our sunshine, our warmth for the past 8-1/2 years. I can't even begin express how she bettered our lives.
I am so grateful we stumbled upon you and that you took a leap of faith and entrusted us with your precious girl.
I will forever miss her Cocoa kisses.
God bless and thank you for the gift you gave us.
Julie, Brad, James & Alex
It is with a very heavy heart that I tell you Cocoa left us last night. For the past six months we have been treating her for Cushings
and Kidney disease. We are so very heartbroken. It is difficult to imagine our family without her.
She has been our constant, our sunshine, our warmth for the past 8-1/2 years. I can't even begin express how she bettered our lives.
I am so grateful we stumbled upon you and that you took a leap of faith and entrusted us with your precious girl.
I will forever miss her Cocoa kisses.
God bless and thank you for the gift you gave us.
Julie, Brad, James & Alex
Dear Gail,
It is with a heavy heart that I write to tell you that our dear Bentley is gone. He was born on April 15, 2007, parents Brickie and Snickers, and died on March 20, 2014 from acute myeloid leukemia. He also had epilepsy; both diseases are genetic according to our cancer specialist. We know you would want to know this for your breeding records.
Bentley was the most beautiful, sweet, and loving dog. He charmed everyone he met. People driving by would stop their cars to take pictures of him, he was that gorgeous. He weighed 50 pounds, most of his adult life. He was so gentle and loved all species; humans, dogs, cats, skunks and any other creature that happened by. He patiently let children and strangers pet him and actually expected to be greeted on our walks. He was so intelligent and eager to please. Teachers used him to train the other dogs when we went to obedience classes. He had a gorgeous, non-shedding coat and there was nothing he liked better than to sleep between us in bed. He had a great sense of humor. Since I generally worked from home, he was with me 24 hours a day. My husband joked that he was a “mommie’s boy” because he followed me everywhere. We will never forget him. He was such a big part of our lives and brought us so much joy and we are heartbroken that he was here for such a short time.
We hope you are well and continuing to make people happy with these very special dogs.
Best regards,
Bonnie Dodd
It is with a heavy heart that I write to tell you that our dear Bentley is gone. He was born on April 15, 2007, parents Brickie and Snickers, and died on March 20, 2014 from acute myeloid leukemia. He also had epilepsy; both diseases are genetic according to our cancer specialist. We know you would want to know this for your breeding records.
Bentley was the most beautiful, sweet, and loving dog. He charmed everyone he met. People driving by would stop their cars to take pictures of him, he was that gorgeous. He weighed 50 pounds, most of his adult life. He was so gentle and loved all species; humans, dogs, cats, skunks and any other creature that happened by. He patiently let children and strangers pet him and actually expected to be greeted on our walks. He was so intelligent and eager to please. Teachers used him to train the other dogs when we went to obedience classes. He had a gorgeous, non-shedding coat and there was nothing he liked better than to sleep between us in bed. He had a great sense of humor. Since I generally worked from home, he was with me 24 hours a day. My husband joked that he was a “mommie’s boy” because he followed me everywhere. We will never forget him. He was such a big part of our lives and brought us so much joy and we are heartbroken that he was here for such a short time.
We hope you are well and continuing to make people happy with these very special dogs.
Best regards,
Bonnie Dodd
Hi Gail, I wanted to take a moment and thank you for introducing Annie Aussie Stemples into our lives. Since adopting her from Whispering Winds in late 2004, she has been a trustworthy, comforting and inspiring companion to my wife and I, as well as a doting, protective and playful sister to our four children for the last seven years. It would be an egregious understatement to say that Annie was just a "member of our family," as Annie was a full-fledged Stemples with all of the expected rights, rewards and responsibilities.
Annie was absolutely the most intelligent, conscientious canine companion I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She was such a huge source of family pride for us-- even walking through Petsmart where dogs are often running wild, we would always receive compliments at how well Annie behaved and on how focused on our family she remained-- despite the constant distractions. On walks and at dog parks, Annie's pleasant demeanor and faithfulness were always the topic of discussion brought up by other pet owners.
Annie also accompanied us on innumerable road trips throughout the Eastern US and on three, month-long cross country RV adventures (Florida to California and back-- where she often sat in the RV passenger seat late at night helping me to count down the miles!!). She was as wonderful a companion living in close quarters with our family as she was playing football in rolling meadows. She always seemed happy just to be with us.
Sadly, Annie was diagnosed with liver and lung cancer on March 26, 2012. We were surprised by Annie's sudden weight loss and wheezing, and had taken her to the vet thinking her symptoms were indicative of nothing worse than allergies or perhaps a parasite. Unfortunately, her liver was already multiple times its normal size, and her lungs were literally riddled with hundreds of penny-sized tumors. At 10:15 this morning, at our veterinarian's office, Annie passed away peacefully in my arms, with my wife gently rubbing her ears. We are still in awe that despite her grave condition, Annie gave no hint as to what she was enduring until just six weeks before her passing. She had even passed a recent health check-up without issue.
We were so blessed to have known Annie, and we will never forget her.
Thank you!!
Lance & Vanessa Stemples and Family Orlando, FL
Annie was absolutely the most intelligent, conscientious canine companion I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She was such a huge source of family pride for us-- even walking through Petsmart where dogs are often running wild, we would always receive compliments at how well Annie behaved and on how focused on our family she remained-- despite the constant distractions. On walks and at dog parks, Annie's pleasant demeanor and faithfulness were always the topic of discussion brought up by other pet owners.
Annie also accompanied us on innumerable road trips throughout the Eastern US and on three, month-long cross country RV adventures (Florida to California and back-- where she often sat in the RV passenger seat late at night helping me to count down the miles!!). She was as wonderful a companion living in close quarters with our family as she was playing football in rolling meadows. She always seemed happy just to be with us.
Sadly, Annie was diagnosed with liver and lung cancer on March 26, 2012. We were surprised by Annie's sudden weight loss and wheezing, and had taken her to the vet thinking her symptoms were indicative of nothing worse than allergies or perhaps a parasite. Unfortunately, her liver was already multiple times its normal size, and her lungs were literally riddled with hundreds of penny-sized tumors. At 10:15 this morning, at our veterinarian's office, Annie passed away peacefully in my arms, with my wife gently rubbing her ears. We are still in awe that despite her grave condition, Annie gave no hint as to what she was enduring until just six weeks before her passing. She had even passed a recent health check-up without issue.
We were so blessed to have known Annie, and we will never forget her.
Thank you!!
Lance & Vanessa Stemples and Family Orlando, FL