Memorials
If you would like to memorialize any of your deceased companions, please email text and photo of the memorial to m_alt@burkeveterinaryclinic.com.
Cats: Chelsea | Topper | Cleo | Marky | Leah | Robin | Sasha | Cosby | Simba | Lovie | Cindy & Mindy | Roxeanne
Dogs: Cecilia | Max | Daisy | Sally | Maggie Manning | Binky | Tinkerbell | Bryn | Goldie | Shannon | Nikki | Merlin | Britta | Jacob | Calypso | Belle | Billy Bob | Duchess | Shayne | Maggie | Wendy | Cinnamon | Shadow | Nutmeg
Shayna Walton
Shayna was an amazing pet and companion for over 17 years. Adopted into our family when she was almost a year old, she adapted very well. All it took was a slice of briscuit and some Milk Bone cookies and we became friends forever.
Shayna loved to go to work with me every day. I would tell her to go get her bear and she would be at the door ready to go. At the office, she loved to greet all the visitors. And no visitor could leave without first giving her a cookie. The most special visitor was her beloved UPS man, Larry. We always said that she knew him in a prior life.
Shayna's favorite time at the office was lunch time. She would run around barking and alerting us as it got closer to noon. And nothing was as adorable as when she would tilt her head as you mentioned her favorite words... chicken, lunch, cookie. She would work off her lunch chasing lizards around the office park. Those closest to her may remember the whisper sound we would make to alert her of the lizards' presence.
Over the years, Shayna's life changed drastically. She moved many times and welcomed many new family members... Gary, Benjamin and Jacob. Of course, I must make mention of Oscar our cat and Katie our beagle puppy.
Shayna was a very important member of our family. So when she had health issues, no expense was spared. She endured surgeries on both hind legs and cateract surgery on both eyes. All of which, she made remarkable recoveries.
We will miss you so very much Shayna. Losing you has been very difficult. You were more than a dog, more than a pet, you were my best friend. We went through so much together over the years. I will treasure the memories of you and will love you always. Good-bye to my sweet little angel.
P.S... The boys want to know if up in heaven, you are sharing the cookies that were buried with you.
Cosby
Cosby was very much loved in my household. He joined my family, along with his brother Jax, in July of 1999. They were both only 8 weeks old, and have always been treated like my children. Therefore, losing Cosby has felt like a tremendous loss for myself and those around me. Cosby had a wonderful indoor life, with all the toys and amenities that a cat should have. Not only was Cosby adorable, but carried the traits of an intelligent, thinking cat. He was an old soul, very intuitive, and responsive to me. When I cried, he would approach me with support. He was always first and last to see me every day. Cosby was not always easy, but that is what made him even more human to me. He understood me, and saw me through some very difficult times. We will all miss him terribly, and hope that we get to see him one day.
Maggie
In memory of our sweet German Short Haired Pointer, Maggie. She was our loyal companion and added 13 1/2 years of joy and amazement to our lives. Rest in peace, Maggie.
Wendy
Four years ago, a shelter in rural Virginia found little Wendy wandering on the side of a road, starving. We took her home and made her part of our family. She loved belly rubs and treats. Her favorite treats included, but were not limited to, chicken, steak, hamburger, french fries, cheese, watermelon, pork, bacon, eggs, potato chips, crunchy bread, tuna fish, mashed potato, turkey... the list goes on and on. She was ALWAYS optimistic about the potential for treats.
Sweet, gentle Wendy, keen-nosed hunter of fast-food bags, connoisseur of french fries and belly rubs, floor-cleaner extraordinaire, ate a bacon cheeseburger and fries for her last dinner before we said goodbye. We will never forget her.
Cinnamon
October 1, 1995 - January 18, 2010
Cinnamon was a great dog. Always giving affection and behaving like a puppy throughout her whole life. She was a great companion and wonderful dog for our whole family. We used to do family hugs where the four of us would stand in a close circle and say "Family Hug" and she'd run over and jump up in between us and kiss us all on the chin. We will never forget her.
In Loving Memory, Nancy, Bob, Willem and Nathan Gardner
Lovie
Dear Dr. Alt and staff, Just wanted to thank you for the card and sympathy for my Lovie. You all took such good care of her and I appreciate all the good thoughts. This photo of her taken was taken this Christmas. Gloria Cantrell
