NINA was named for NINA PATRICE BELL, who paid the ultimate price in the attack on America September 11, 2001. Ms. Bell, age 39, New York, New York, was employed as a senior manager by Marsh & McLennon Cos., Inc., and worked in the World Trade Center, where she lost his life. A graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder, Ms. Bell had just started her job in New York City. Her tagline was "!love!laugh!play! - nipabe." She was an active lady, enjoyed working out, playing volleyball, and running. This tribute is even more special because she had a companion pet she adored, a Yorkshire terrier named Mere-Mere. Ms. Bell is survived by Mere-Mere, parents, and siblings. Pet Harbor salutes Ms. Bell, a hero, and names this beautiful dog in her honor.

(Source: The New York Times 12/22/01)