Scottandjo

Hi all, first I just want to thank everyone for the greyt support you gave me during one of the most painful parts of my life thus far, 6 months ago today when Cherry could not fight the Osteo in her right front shoulder any more. She was not well prepared to function on just 1 good leg and 2 weak rear legs due to other issues mostly related to her 14+ years of age. She was released from her pain and constant visits to the vets, she hated these, early afternoon on 1 October, 2008. I still think of her almost daily and many of those thoughts still bring tears. The ability to cope with her passing has improved with time but I think the real cure lies in adopting again. To me this seems like the biggest compliment that we could pay to Cherry and would also hopefully lead to a great but different relationship with another greyhound. Unfortunately, my DW does not share my wish to adopt another dog. I can see her point, she feels that for the first time in our lives, we can stay somewhere or do something at the last moment, without having to worry about someone covering care of the kids, dogs, or cats, we are now also empty nesters and no longer have cats. This is a great freedom, but in my opinion less important than the good times we would have at home enjoying a pet. At this point we still agree to disagree. My son, who orginally adopted Cherry while still living with us, now lives on his own and had said he would adopt again this spring and I assumed he meant a greyhound. I thought that this would help me, figuring I could dog nap the greyhound a few times a week, but it was not meant to be, he adopted a Sheppard/Huskie mix from a shelter. A rescue dog, and the guy has a great personality, but I guess I have become a greyhound snob. I still want a greyhound in my life. He felt another breed would be better so as to not remind him, or me, of Cherry. He thought that this would be better for us and the dog. I am tring to think of something that will allow me to regularly get a greyhound fix that would make everyone happy, but can't come up with anything. I thought about trying to help out at one of the greyhound placement organizations but they are all an hour or more away making that very time consuming. This is still the leading possibility. I thought about fostering and seeing how that would work with our newly discovered more free lifestyle, but DW thinks that this is the same as owning. Any ideas are welcomed. Anyway, this started out as a memory of Cherry and moved on to me. Sorry Cherry, I sure do miss you everyday and wish there was some way I could kiss you again. Greyhoundless in Westford

I can certainly understand how you are feeling. April first will be 6 months that my first and so far only greyhound will be gone and I still find it hard to talk about her or share my feeling with my family and friends. All situations are different, but time does make things better. It is not a cure, but it sure does help. My best to you in this rough time. God Speed Jock.

Sorry for your loss.

Sorry for your loss, Willow sounds like one special girl.

It sounds like you have quite the special girl with Star. Greyhounds are truely remarkable with how they can go on in the face of failing health and capabilities. It sounds like you have given her a wonderful home for many years and I am sure she loves you and appreciates what you have done for her. I agree with what has been posted previously, that this is ultimately a quality of life decision. It would be easier if some hard and fast rules could be applied to the situation but these do not exist. Only you know Star and can tell when she no longer enjoys quality time with your family, eating, greeting guest at the door, and whatever other activities that have made her happy in the past. I went through this same situation with my 14 year old Cherry last fall and she had many of the same problems with old age that Star is having. Bone cancer finally made her quality of life so bad that we had to make the hard decision to let her go. The people here on Greytalk fully understand you situation and are a great sounding board for you during this time. Best of luck to you and Star.

I am sorry for your loss.

I am so sorry.

So sorry the diagnosis was not better. Run pain free Isis!

So sorry for your loss.

My goodness do I understand how you feel. It has gotten better but I don't think I will ever reach the point that it doesn't get to me from time to time.

We do understand. I too joined the forum after lurking for awhile when the end was near for my Cherry. It really helps to have people who understand what the dogs become to us to help us through this time. I am so sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss!

Here's yet one more prayer that Nadia has a smooth transition to a great and long new phase of her life!

It sounds like you gave Jack a wonderful life and it was very good of you to take in a senior. It is easy to say but hard to do but you should not second guess yourself. You did what you thought was best for Jack and I am sure that he understands and appreciates your efforts. Godspeed Jack.

I am so sorry. I have been following Jack's story and had hoped for a better ending. We know how you feel.

Welcome from New England! Greyt looking puppy!

Beautiful picture, beautiful tribute, godspeed Stepper!

Praying the amputation goes well and that you get to spend much quality time together. She looks like a sweet heart.

Cherry: She was our first and so far only greyhound. She taught this aging man many things that have made my life better. I hope to convince my DW that another dog would make our lives better but have not managed to make that case well yet. Here are some of my favorites. When taking a walk, stop and smell the flowers, and anything else that happens to attract your nose, eyes, or ears. Also when walking, stop and take in a pretty sun set or sun rise. When people get up, take thier seats, it must be the best one, look real smug when they return. When taking a seat, spin 3 or more times before landing in just the right position. And lastly, always love and give love freely but save some special treatment for people when they most need it. I sure do miss that girl! Scott

Sorry for your loss of Phantom

I have taken the ride with you and Ember since joining this forum. I am so sorry recent events didn't turn out better. I was shocked to see Ember in the Rememberance section. I will never look at Mickey D's the same. God Speed Ember and best of luck to you, Tom. We know how you feel.

Sorry for your loss of Hayley.

Sorry for your loss. He and the picture are beautiful.

So sorry for your loss.

Annie looks like one really special girl, so sorry for your loss.