Guest vtgreys Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Just short of his 11th birthday (April 10) and his 6th Gotcha Day (March 20), Benny lost his short battle with lymphoma. I was able to give him the gift of leaving with dignity and without suffering. It's only been a short 3 weeks since he first became ill, up until then, he was my goofy, bossy, silly boy. Too many of our precious hounds have been dying of cancer lately. Benny was the first greyhound that came into my life, and is the one that got me involved in volunteering, fostering and more. He will be sorely missed by everyone in my family. He took his last breath in my arms. I've cried so much in the past couple of weeks leading up to this, especially once I knew he was telling me it was time, he wasn't going to get better. I still cry, but it's a different crying now, I know he is free of the awful disease now, I do not need to worry while at work all day how he is doing, if he is hurting, if he's even still alive. There is a big, huge hole in my heart. Run free at the rainbow bridge Benny! During this time, 2 things happened that amaze me. One, a day before he first started getting ill, I decided to take him and Yoshi for a long walk (in the winter months here walks aren't always easy since sidewalks are the last to get cleared). The other thing, just this past week, as I was getting ready to let him go, the Greyhound List had a topic about grieving dogs, which made me realize that I had to take Yoshi with me to the vet's office when it was time to let Benny go. And I'm so glad I did. Here are a couple of very recent pictures of Benny right before he became ill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TilliesMom Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 May fond memories of Benny help to ease your grieving heart. Godspeed, Benny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lotsahounds Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I am so very sorry! My heart breaks for you and I share your pain as I just lost my Jammer not long ago. Benny knew he was loved. Run Free Benny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest benson Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. Run free Benny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 So sorry for your loss. It is so hard to say good-bye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisyDoodle Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Sigrun, you are so brave. I hung on to Cosmo far to long because the thought of letting her go broke my heart. Bless you for giving Benny this last gift of eternal good health. Donna Quote DonnaMolly the Border Collie & Poquita the American-born Podenga Bridge Babies: Daisy (Positive Delta) 8/7/2000 - 4/6/2115, Agnes--angel Sage's baby (Regall Rosario) 11/12/01 - 12/18/13, Lucky the mix (Found, w 10 puppies 8/96-Bridge 7/28/11, app. age 16) & CoCo (Cosmo Comet) 12/28/89-5/4/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 i'm very sorry. you must still be in shock; it happened so quickly Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moosesmom Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Zophia Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 You're in our thoughts. Go with grace and speed, Benny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeFG Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I'm so, so sorry Quote Diane Fudgie 2/27/96 - 8/14/05 and Goods 2/27/96 - 3/12/08 ~~Together again~~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I'm so glad Yoshi got to be with his friend, it will probably help him to understand. I'm so sorry for you loss of Benny Quote Michelle...forever missing her girls, Holly 5/22/99-9/13/10 and Bailey 8/1/93-7/11/05 Religion is the smile on a dog...Edie Brickell Wag more, bark less :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Sending my sympathy I know how much it hurts. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 He was a very special and cherished boy. Godspeed Benny... Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest BigPercy Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I'm very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Benny was such a sweet looking boy. I am glad you were able to share the photos. I am so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing that Benny is at peace, pain free and running once again with the wind. We all share your sorrow. Your Benny is an angel now. Quote Irene Ullmann w/Flying Odin and Mama Mia in Lower Delaware Angels Brandy, John E, American Idol, Paul, Fuzzy and Shine Handcrafted Greyhound and Custom Clocks http://www.houndtime.com Zoom Doggies-Racing Coats for Racing Greyhounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest StarHeart1 Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I'm so sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KennelMom Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greymom Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 (edited) I am so sorry. He left this world knowing how loved and special he was. I know how hard it is. Sending prayers to help you through this difficult time. Edited January 27, 2006 by Greymom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Sigrun I am so sorry. Rest well Benny, you are loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 (edited) I am so sorry. My deepest sympathy. My heart breaks for you. Now...as for Benny! Oh my...that little man is running and playing with our Angels and he is healthy and very happy. (Angel Sophia told me so) and he will always have one eye on his family and he KNOWS that this is not goodbye...he will wait patiently until you are once again reunited. Until that joyous day remember Benny lives on in each of your hearts. Edited January 27, 2006 by patricia Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytspud Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. Benny was a beautiful dog. You did the right thing for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tygar Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 Sweet Benny... run pain-free now... I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Aggie94 Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greysonly Posted January 27, 2006 Share Posted January 27, 2006 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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