Guest jananice Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 It's taken me almost two weeks to write this. Walter has gone to the bridge. Diagnosed with Osteosarcoma 8 weeks to the day we had to take him in. The tumor had grown immensely on his front leg and he was in so much pain. I gave thanks on Thanksgiving that he was no longer in pain. For those of you who never met him, he was a huge, lovable, lug of a Greyhound who never met a stranger. Actually, he introduced himself to strangers, often while they were not looking. He'd lean on the back of the legs of people shopping for other things at Petsmart during booths, and would move from one admirer to the other for hours. Booths were what he lived for. He even made friends with a man in Moses Lake on a road trip by peeing on his shoe. I was able to take him to Abilene in 2004, where he was purchased by the Casalinos of Colorado, and raced in that great state. Evelyn Casalino mentioned that he was one of her husband's favorite dogs, always coming to his side when he was working in the kennel. He carried that love of people on to his retired life, first with another family, then with mine. I extend thanks to everyone who has played a part in getting Walter to me. Originally, we had gone with our small dog to meet Oregon (now Karen's Rico) who tried to eat her (literally. Moira walked him in to the store on his back legs...mmm snacks!!). Walter had just been returned and after a cursory sniff, he and Sophie ignored each other. A love match. Thanks also to our friends who helped out at his last booth in November (Tanis and David, Bev, Julia and Kevin, for letting Walter rest during the booth, and Maryanne and Marblehead--thank you for stopping by). I had to get him out in public one last time. He was exhausted after that, but he was so happy. Even during the flood on 11/7, he was a goofball. I had let Walter and Rosy out to potty on the one small patch of grass that had appeared after the waters started to recede, he took off around the side of the house into the 2 foot deep water like he was going to swim the channel. Then gave me his goofy grin as he came back to the deck after deciding it was a little too cold. The snow today prompted me to write. Walter loved the snow, perhaps from being raced in Colorado. He would run in the snow, burying his nose then flipping the snow in the air and catching it. I will miss that forever. There is a very large hole in our hearts and our home. It's so quiet here now. Run free, big guy. We love and miss you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Batmom Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I'm so sorry your handsome lad couldn't stay longer. Run with the wind, Walter. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 i am so, so sorry janice 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...
laurie Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I'm so very sorry. Quote Laurie **& Angels Emily, Beatrice, Okie, Rhemus ,Vixen, and Rose-always in my heart** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 You had a wonderful boy Janice, and he had a wonderful family. : Godspeed handsome Walter Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I'm so sorry to hear your news. OS is such a monster. I pray for the day when it'll be stopped for good. I'm sure Walter was met at the Bridge by tons of our Bridge angels, and is once again running like the wind. May you always feel his loving spirit with you in your heart. 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...
Houndtime Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 Thank you for sharing your memories of Walter. He was a such lucky boy to spend his life with you. I am so sorry for your loss. I do hate cancer. It robs us, like a thief, every day. 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 vahoundlover Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I am so sorry Runfree Walter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest akcpupontherun Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 Janice...I'm so glad you posted about Walter, he was a fabulous ambassadog, and great big love! So very sorry about the os, it's a terrible disease. Lisa, Raeza and Whisper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LuvXRacers Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I am sorry for your loss. Run happy and pain free Big Boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 Janice it is with tears that I write this. My prayers are with you, Walter 's love was well returned by you, and he has left a footprint on your soul that will always be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotion Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 what a beautiful tribute to a wonderful companion. May your memories of Walter be treasured forever. Quote Pam with greys Avril, Dalton & Zeus & Diddy the dachshund & Miss Buzz the kitty Devotion, Jingle Bells, Rocky, Hans, Harbor, Lennon, NoLa, Scooter, Naomi and Scout at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet Walter 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...
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Guest FullMetalFrank Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I am so sorry. Walter was a beautiful boy. I just don't understand why so many of our beautiful dogs fall prey to OS. It scares me. Run free of pain, Walter... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guinness_the_greyt Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I'm so so sorry to hear about Walter.... Godspeed beautiful boy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Aggie94 Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I'm so sorry. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss Janice. Rest well Walter, you are loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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patricia Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I am so sorry...my deepest sympathy. Walter is running fast and free with all of our Angels at the Bridge. You are loved and missed sweetheart. 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...
Guest argolola Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 I'm so sorry for the loss of your handsome angel. Please take comfort in knowing that you gave him a wonderful life. May God bless you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted November 30, 2006 Share Posted November 30, 2006 No no no!!! *sigh* Run free, sweet Walter. I'm so sorry, Janice. Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest D_MansMommy Posted November 30, 2006 Share Posted November 30, 2006 I'm so sorry Run free sweet Walter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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