SAPPY Pet Loss & Grief Support Group of San Antonio

A blog space for pet parents who have loved and lost a faithful animal companion to illness, old age, accident or displacement. We are a pet loss support group dedicated to the pet parent community. The group gathers on the 4th Tuesday of the Month. Read our blog for the schedule.

April 30, 2009

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Welcome to the S.A.P.P.Y. Pet Loss & Grief Support Group of San Antonio. A place where your feelings of grief are understood by a very special group of pet parents who have walked through the valley of grief and know all too well what it is like to lose a precious pet to illness, old-age, accident, sudden death or displacement. Please know that you are not alone in your pain. We are here for you! Call us at (210) 216-0920.

About Sappy's Mommy

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Sappy in 2001
My mommy loves to write and read. It's the one way to learn, learn and learn she says! She truly believes that life is all about learned lessons! But the greatest lesson she's learned about life is sharing her love for God with others. It's because of her faith in God that she can love others and show compassion. She also believes that God sent furry friends to show humans His unconditional love. Who else other than God can love all people without condition? No one except us, the four-legged furry critters. It's no wonder it hurts so deep when humans have to say their goodbyes. But as my mommy always reminds others, it is God that allows for humans to reunite with us again. And that's is "Pawsitively" a fact. I "woofly" believe it too.
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My Sappy Wappy

My Sappy Wappy
My Sunshine! Yes! Sappy was my sunshine. I often sang, "You are my sunshine, my only sunshine..." He would stare at me and smile. Yes! Dogs really do smile. He brought so much sunshine into my life and I will forever thank God for sending me Sappy. Thank you, Jesus!

My mommy!

My mommy!
Here's my dear mother, Janie. She has always comforted me. Whenever Jim and I traveled, we would leave our Sappy boy with mom. Mom was a great baby sitter. She took perfect care of him. Thanks mom!

Melly's B-Day

Melly's B-Day
I Love My Mel (My Niece)

Sammy

Sammy
Joyce's fur boy

Noel

Noel
Suzie's beautiful fur girl

Gracie

Gracie
Nora's beautiful girl

Pookie & Sebastian

Pookie & Sebastian
Yvette's Two Fur Angels

Ginger Bear

Ginger Bear
Jeanette's little fur baby!

Daisy Mae

Daisy Mae
Joel's girl

Katie Kate

Katie Kate
Teri's gal

Mandy

Mandy
Teri's girl

Kirby

Kirby
Teri's boy

Bandit

Bandit
Charlotte's boy

Buddy

Buddy
Carl's Best Bud for Life!

Sugar

Sugar
Charlotte's girl

Bitsy

Bitsy
Jeanette's precious "Bitsy Bear"

Missy Lou

Missy Lou
Dolph's Doll

Make new friends!

Make new friends!
Support group brings comfort to one another during difficult time of loss.

Pet Parents

Pet Parents
Dog Moms

Dog Dads

Dog Dads
Make friends at the SAPPY Pet Loss Support Group. You will meet some of the most wonderful people at SAPPY. In the photo are two fine gentlemen. Jesse sings and Spurgeon hugs!!!

The Ballards

The Ballards
Frieda Girl

Lupe and Chiquita

Lupe and Chiquita
Made for each other!

REAL men do cry!

REAL men do cry!
Frank, Joel and Joe visit with one another during a pet loss support group gathering.

Waylon and Zack

Waylon and Zack
Friends Forever!

Mary & Olivia

Mary & Olivia
Here's Mary with a friend's little doggie name Olivia. Mary held her during a dinner at a local church.

Carol at Tribute to Tails 06'

Carol at Tribute to Tails 06'
Carol holds a poster-sized photo of her beloved Junior. Little Junior passed away in 2006. The following is a poem she wrote in honor of Junior. Here it goes: "This is a poem I wrote about Junior. He was born into my hand over 16 years ago and passed away a little over a month ago. Junior, my baby; my little man...you were my heart’s delight, the day you came into my life. Born in my hand, you looked so grand. I knew right then, you were my little man. Even though you only had three legs and no tail, you were going to be the best dog ever, I could tell. All odds were against you! The doctor said you had no chance, but you learned to run, bark and sing. You even learned how to dance! A happy life you did lead; that is why I find it hard to believe. Out of my sight,but not out of my heart. My precious baby, we will never be apart! We will never say good-bye! Just see you later, my little guy." By Carol Fink

Donna & Taffy

Donna & Taffy
Here's one of our support group pet parents, Donna with her precious doggie Taffy. Taffy is still with us. Donna is a special pet parent!!!

Toby

Toby
Another one of Pastor Eddie's cats. Went to heaven, shortly after Jack.

Basey Joy

Basey Joy
Basey Joy went to heaven in 2006. Her pet parent is Jennifer. What a beautiful hamster.

In Memory of Our Pets

Sunshine, starlight, raindrops, and breeze, Mountains, valleys, waterfalls, and trees, Perfect creatures who live just to please, When we reach Heaven, we'll have all of these.
----- Maureen Ballard, December 2005

Pastor Eddie's Cat, Jack.

Pastor Eddie's Cat, Jack.
Pastor Eddie is a wonderful man of God. He loves God's creatures. Jack went to heaven in 2005.

God's Gift to Me!

God's Gift to Me!
Dogs are children with fur

Gracie "Gremmo"

Gracie "Gremmo"
Our precious Grace. She came into our lives in 1994. I was driving through a neighborhood and noticed this little creature crossing the icy cold street. It was very cold and dark that night. I had gone to my sister's house to pick up something and on my way home, I met Ms. Grace. I got out of my car and reached for her. She came quickly to my arms and I brought her home. I bathed her in warm water and soap. Cleaned her up, dried her and fed her a nice warm meal. She was so grateful. I remember seeing her little tail wag, wag, wag with gladness and thankfulness. She was my little Gracie girl. In April 2006, she passed away. She's now in heaven with Jesus, resting in God's beautiful pastures. She's with God and Sappy! My husband often called her "Gremmo," short for Gremlin.

Support Group-2006

Support Group-2006
Sharing Support by Showing Compassion

Muffin

Muffin
In Memory of Muffin. Muffin was mom's doggie. He was about 17-years-old when he passed away. He was a fine dog. He loved mom so much.

Frieda

Frieda
The following is a special poem written by my dear friend Maureen. Maureen wrote this beautiful poem shortly after Frieda went to heaven. Maureen and Frank are a special couple and I love them lots! A Tribute to Frieda: You walked and ran us thousands of miles,Greeted us with full body wags and smiles,Regarded all humans you knew as your peers,Comforted Grandma through her final years,Accepted your decline with dignity and grace,We’ll never forget your sweet, loving face.Monday, June 3, 1991 – the day we found you – and joy in our lives.

Megan

Megan
In Memory of Megan

Max

Max
In Memory of Max

Junior

Junior
In Memory of Junior

Maggie

Maggie
In Memory of Maggie

Lady

Lady
In Memory of Lady

Samson

Samson
In Memory of Samson

Tribute to Tails (2006)

Tribute to Tails (2006)
Pet parents from across San Antonio participate in a special tribute to their pets. The event is hosted by the SAPPY Pet Loss/Grief Support Group of San Antonio. A sea of candles lights the sanctuary, as people pay tribute to their beloved pets. This event is held in early December.

Guest Speaker

Guest Speaker
Tom McGoldrick of Paws In Heaven, Canyon Lake, Texas, served as guest speaker during the 4th Annual Tribute to Tails. Tom and Sue Ann are wonderful people. Jim and I trust them so much. We had our Sappy cremated at Paws In Heaven and we know without a doubt that our baby was treated with dignity. If you are looking for a pet crematory, please consider Paws In Heaven. Tom and Sue Ann are wonderful and they love ALL creatures brought to them.

Pets Leave Pawprints

When the day arrives for us to say farewell to those beautiful creatures God called us to take care of here on earth, it's very difficult. I remember feeling empty and crushed inside. My heart was broken in millions of tiny pieces. I really felt a huge hole in my heart. That afternoon felt like the world was ending for me and my husband. It's been three years since our Sappy went to heaven with God. I still miss him and I find myself crying at times when I think of certain things about him. He was quite the gentleman. He was a handsome boy and very polite. I sure do miss him, but I know that he's in heaven with God, Almighty.
Have you ever read the Bible? There's some scripture that strongly indicates that our pets do go to heaven. It's true! They do go to heaven. I'll share more with you soon. Until then, keep your eyes on God and trust that your pet is in heaven too.

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