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Slide 1
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 2
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 3
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 4
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 5
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 6
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 7
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 2
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 3
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 4
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 5
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 6
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.
Slide 7
Tribute to Buntz Boy
A memorial to a noble and loyal German Shepard
Dog who was an alumni of the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
A more faithful and dedicated friend I have ever had
the experience to know, and fear that I shan’t again in
this lifetime.
This is his story, in Pictures, as he spent his life of
ten years at our sides, sharing our hearts, our loves,
until that last moment together.
We share this story with you so that you can know a
bit about our Buntz, and how much we loved each
other in our time together in this life.
It is our hope you will see just how much satisfaction,
joy, companionship and memories can come from
adopting a canine companion from a rescue
organization.
January 1999 - July 2009
The Early Years
He was a joy to the house
from the very start. Our
two other canines, a GSD
Female and a Westie, he
fit right in and took over
the bedroom, ever gleeful
and cheery
Buntz got his name from a
combination of names.
Martha had hesitated to tell
us what his first owners had
called him, labeling it as “A
silly name for a male dog” .
We knew Martha called him
Lance, so he was named
from Baby (he responded to
this ), Lance, and the ‘Z’
because he “Buntzed” into
just about everything at the
house!
Buntz was obsessed with a Kong..
Any Kong, regardless of shape, or
size, he would play fetch for hours,
yet, after Tiring some he would just
linger out at the fence line and dictate
when he was going to actually bring
it to you.
He loved to cool off after a run by
laying on the fireplace brick. It is
always a cool place for dogs to lay on.
The Middle years
As he matured thru
adolescence, his colors and
sweet disposition only grew
deeper and more beautiful.
Always close at hand, never
attempted even once to run
away, or break loose during
walks..
Buntz boy was home.
Buntzs’ pack mate Lexi
shared 7 years of
companionship at his side.
The Sunset years
And the onset of Degenerative Melopathy illness
Buntz took on the
task of teaching
Sasha about life in
the pack, defending
her from the others,
and providing a
gentle friend to grow
up with.
Buntz mellowed as he aged, but remained in
perfect health, other than a one time run in with a
skunk..
The Spring and early Summer of 2009
Buntz lost the ability to walk
in March of 2009.
He always managed to keep
himself to where ever you were,
and stay close to you
Buntz started having even more difficulties in Late June
2009. His spine had shifted in his lower back, separating and
going completely out of alignment.
This made it impossible for Buntz to get comfortable. He could
only lay on one side, and it took every thing he had to drag
himself outside to potty.
It became time to make a horribly sad decision, but granted
mercy to my fiend of so many years….
Buntz struggled more and more each week, as the
disease slowly progressed. He constantly insisted
on going out side to pee, no matter how hard it
was.
Farewell, Dear Buntz Puppy
You were loved more than even we knew…
Hopefully, it was at least as much as we know
you loved us
We’ve sent you to play and wait for us at the
Rainbow Bridge. Listen for me. Look for me,
because… “Pappa will come for you”
The Story behind The pictures
Buntz Boy was originally adopted as a rescue dog.
Misunderstood by his original owners, he became a
stray on the streets of Houston Texas shortly before
his first birthday.
Spring of 2000
He was rescued once, and returned to his family, but
for whatever reason, the relationship wasn’t meant to
be, and Buntz ended up lost and alone on the streets
again.
This time, a month of days passed before he was
picked up and rescued by the German Shepard
Rescue Club of Houston Texas.
They took Buntz in and a kind and benevolent
lady named Martha became his sponsor. Martha’s
husband, thought the dog was extremely handsome
and fought the urge to just adopt the animal
outright (much to our benefit).
As fate always has it, Buntz and I were about to
meet, but didn’t know it yet. we had already chosen
to find a rescue dog and had previously completed
the process with the GSD rescue club to adopt a new
member to our pack.
That very weekend, we drove from Dallas to Houston
to review the available canines and make a selection.
That day in Houston, we had looked at
dogs at a public adoption event, and
them went to this lady’s house, a lady
who was a adoption sponsor, named
Martha and her Physician husband.
The Meeting
Martha had several females I was
interested in looking at. But no one
really caught my eye, or seemed to say
“Hey, I’ve been waiting on you!!” to
me..
Then they told me of this male they
had just picked up a second time, and
that he was pretty slim but a docile
and really nice dog. I was intrigued,
and said, “yes, I’d like to see that dog,
please”
They took me into the room where he
was in a kennel resting. He looked at
me, into my eyes, and saw completely
thru my soul, instantly bonding me to
him forever.
Despite absolute outrage and a fierce
objection from my Female GSD I had
with me, Lance came home with us,
and became the Buntz Boy.