Destiny For Dogs, Not-for-Profit 501 (c)(3)

We think of Terri when reading the Poem written by Ashley Rice:

“There are women who make things better… simply by showing up. There are women who make things happen. There are women who make their way. There are women who make a difference. And women who make us smile. There are women of wit and wisdom who-through strength and courage- make it through. There are women who change the world everyday… Women like you.”

— Ashley Rice

“The passing of Terri Kaufman (West Palm Beach, Florida), born in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 21, 2025 at the age of 78.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Terri may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.”

We are sending our deepest condolences to Terri’s Husband, Sam, Family and Friends.

PHOTO FROM HER BELOVED MOM, JEN

Rest in Peace beautiful and loving angel, Truckie. You were an amazing girl.

Thank you and your mom for all that you did to make this world a better place for so many rescue furbabies.

Fly High, Run Free, Happy, Healthy and Whole, at Rainbow Bridge

IN LOVING MEMORY OF RUBY AND REESES FROM THEIR BELOVED MOM, JANET

“With a heavy heart we just lost both Ruby and Reeses both to advanced Cushing’s Disease.

Ruby was 16 and had been our spoiled fur baby tor 10 years.  She bought such joy to our lives.  She had advanced Cushing’s disease and diabetes for the last few years. We miss her.

Reeses was 8 and was also our spoiled fur baby. She bought such joy to our lives.  She had advanced Atypical Cushing’s disease and diabetes but was not diagnosed in time to give her a fighting chance. We lost her 3 weeks after Ruby”

Destiny for Dogs are sending loving thoughts and healing prayers to Janet, Joe and Joey, in the loss of their beloved, Ruby & Reeses

They are once again “Happy, Healthy & Whole” Running Free at Rainbow Bridge

Until you meet again, always in your heart, thoughts and beautiful memories. “Just look Up.”

A touching message from Jennifer in the loss of Tiny Tim, her beloved mother, Betsy’s fur-baby that she loved so very much.

“Hello, it is with a heavy heart that I have to tell you that Tiny Tim finally crossed the rainbow bridge yesterday October 23.  He gave my mom (Betsy Beal) love and comfort for the last three years of her life, and then I was privileged to care for him for the past 2 years.  He was almost 18 years old.  And such a sweet old doggie!!”

Betsy was loved by all whom she touched. Plus, Betsy so loved her little Tiny Tim AKA TT.  We are truly grateful to Jennifer for the care she provided to her mother and then the continued unconditional love to her mother’s beloved fur-baby, TT

Thank you, Jennifer for sharing your mom & Tiny Tim’s memorial
We are sending loving thoughts & healing prayers to you and your Family who now have another Angel in Heaven to watch over all of you

“Hi JoAnn, 

Just wanted to reach out and say thank you so much for the sweet card that you sent us after the passing of our precious Paxton. 

We are so grateful to have almost 8 years with him after finding him through Destiny for Dogs. He was the best little guy, and our home will truly never be the same without him here. As sad as we are, we are glad he is free from pain and illness, knowing he has crossed the rainbow bridge peacefully.  I can picture him doing zoomies and happily barking while he chases all the things he can up in doggie heaven.  

We are beyond grateful to still have our beautiful chocolate lab Lexie – our other Destiny for Dogs rescue (Gotcha day of 10/12/2016). 

Thanks for all you do. 

I’m convinced we don’t rescue them; they rescue us.

Much love and gratitude, 

Jennifer & family” 

Dear Jennifer, 

Thank you for your lovely message.  Plus, beautiful photos of handsome Paxton and gorgeous Lexie.  Also, many thanks for providing Lexie & Paxton such an extraordinary and loving forever home.

We are sending loving thoughts and healing prayers

Belle was rescued with her brother from the Everglades where they were dumped. Belle’s brother was adopted by a loving couple soon after he and Belle were in their foster home with Vickie Virzi. 

Belle hit the “Doggie Lottery” when her human sister, Debra met her at a Destiny for Dogs Adoption Event at Paws on Avenue with her Foster Mom, Vickie.  Debra’s mom, Ruth had just lost her beloved, Boxer and she felt Belle would be a perfect match. It was “love at first sight” when Vickie brought Belle to Ruth’s house.  This was a truly, “Happily Ever After” for Ruth & Belle

Belle was by Ruth’s side until she passed away. Debra promised her mom to provide Belle a loving forever home if something happened to Ruth. Debra kept her promise, and Belle lived a wonderful life with unconditional love until she went to Rainbow Bridge

Ruth & Belle are together again, “Happy, Healthy & Whole,”

All our loving thoughts and healing prayers are with Debra in the loss of her beloved mother, Ruth and fur-baby, Belle

“Dear JoAnn and Kenny, by now I know you know that Joey has gone over Rainbow Bridge and is happily playing with Fletcher and many others. When I first agreed to bring Joe to stay with me and Fletcher, I wasn’t sure how it would work out.  But Fletcher allowed him to share his mom and they became ‘buds’. I watched him closely and reminded everyone not to “put their hands down”. But a month led to two to three and a year. Then another, etc. It’s been nine years now. Last year we had to say ‘goodbye’ to Fletcher which was so hard (I had had him for 14 years). But Joe was there with me, and we got through it together. He was a creature of habit. Loved his treats. Wanted to sit with me no matter where I sat. Liked strange people treats, potato chips, popcorn, gummy bears and Twizzlers. Ask him if he wanted ice cream and he would beat you to the freezer. Take the lid off the little containers and put the cup on the floor. He would pick it up with his teeth and carry it to the living room to lick it to the end.  He would take his evening snooze. Get up about 9 come out and jump on the recliner till it was time for bed. I’d say ‘ready for bed? ‘ and he would be on the pillow next to me. He could be the most loveable about 95% of the time. But age catches up to all of us and sometimes things that bothered us when we were young come back to haunt us when we grow older. His vet and I discussed the situations, and he told me that his problems could only get worse. So, I did not want to be his albatross. I wanted him to be happy and unfortunate for me Rainbow Bridge was best.  I want to thank you for the 9 yrs he was my buddy.  I’m sorry it couldn’t be longer but all in all he had a packed 15 yrs. I’ll miss him for a long time and there will never be another like him.

Dear Sue, 

There are not enough words to express our deepest sympathy in the loss of your little man, Joey.

Thank you for the nine years of unconditional love and a wonderful loving forever home “For Real, Forever!”

I remember the day Kenny rescued, Joey from PBCACC.  It was the same day we picked up Bennie the Biter who was hit by a car and scheduled for euthanasia on July 27, 2016. 

Bennie & Joey both had a rough start in life.  

Once again, thank you for providing Joey everything that he so deserved. You and Kenny were truly his “Rescue Angels”

Until you meet again, always in your heart, thoughts, and fond memories … “Just Look Up”

In Loving Memory of Clancy from his mom, Kathleen

Hi JoAnn,

“I hate writing with this news, but I just had to say goodbye to our sweet Clancy. His collapsed trachea had gotten so bad that his tongue was blue. Thank you for letting us love him and for giving my mom the gift of having such a sweet baby for so many years. He’s been living with me for a few months as he was on a lot of meds for heart and trachea and he loved being one of the pack. His little body just couldn’t take any more. It happens to be the 2nd anniversary of losing my sweetest Finn as well.  I hope you are well and thank you again for trusting us to care for such an angel. Love you”

Dear Kathleen, 

We are all so sorry for the loss of your beloved, Clancy.

So appreciate you and your mom providing Clancy such an amazing loving forever home. His life became “Heaven on Earth“ when finding you both.

Sending lots of love, healing thoughts and prayers.

Until you meet again, Clancy will always remain in your heart and beautiful memories.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF PEANUT. A TOUCHING MESSAGE FROM HIS BELOVED MOTHER, ROBIN

“My beautiful man came into my life in November.  In May Peanut was diagnosed with a tumor on his pelvis. He was a brave boy and so trusting. I am so grateful that JoAnn brought him into my life. Peanut passed away August 13th on his terms, at home. 

I stopped by Walgreens on the way home.  The pharmacist and assistants were so nice when picking up Pea’s meds. I wanted to let them know that he passed as they always asked me when I came in. They were so sweet, I got hugs that was so nice. 

Please don’t forget our older dogs they are a blessing.”

A message from Peanuts prior owners:

“Peanut looks happy and so loved. Unfortunately, none of us can predict our fate. Steve and I are so grateful to Robin for making Peanut part of her family. “

To know Peanut was to love him and he loved everyone. Kenny fell in love with Peanut during transport to his beloved mom, Robin. I was honored to be named Pea’s “Godmother.” 

Peanut was truly blessed to have Robin as his mom, even if only for a short time. 

We are sending loving thoughts and healing prayers in the loss of this very special guy.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF ZOE BELLA. A SWEET MESSAGE FROM HER MOM, AURORA

“Dear JoAnn, 

With heavy heart, I write to tell you that Zoe Bella crossed over the Rainbow Bridge.  She was such a sweet girl, and we feel honored that you chose us to be her next forever family after her hooman mom passed away.  

Zoe began having seizures in the Spring, and although we tried numerous meds to control them, they got too numerous and too dangerous for her.  We know she is in heaven with her first mom, but we still miss her so much.  This is my favorite photo of Zoe Bella

Thank you for all you do.”

Dear Aurora – So sorry for the loss of your beloved, Zoe. Sending you loving thoughts, healing prayers

We all thank you for being such a wonderful Mom and for providing such an amazing, loving forever home.

Until you meet again. Always in your heart and beautiful memories.