Guest traeandtonya Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 It has been a week since Ella passed and I still miss her. I had a thread in Health and Medical about her seizures that started all of the sudden. I have a mountain of guilt pressing on me that I did not do more for her. I had changed her food to a different brand and the first seizure I noticed was about 1 week later. I contacted My Vet and they said to monitor her and possibly it was a one time occurence. I did. She had another seizure 2 days later. I was going crazy trying to figure out what it was and wanted to get her seen. It was then that I thought of the food. I investigated and found a preservative that could be the reason for the problem. I changed her food back and she was seizure free and exhibited no signs of ill health for over a week. The Vet agreed that possibly I had located and solved the problem. I was so happy that the problem was solved. Last Sunday she had another seizure, I knew at once that this one was different. I laid on the floor beside her, held her and talked to her and within minutes...she was gone. I hurt everytime that I think that I could've done more. I can't stand the thought that I could've prevented her untimely death. She was only 7. My only consulation is that her passing could not have been prevented even with a trip to the Vet. At the time I thought it was the food. I pray that a trip to the Vet would've only caused her more pain than to pass at home with her family around her. Sorry for the long post, feels better just to tell someone. Missing Ella Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guinness_the_greyt Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 I'm so sorry you lost your Ella girl! Run free Ella! Godspeed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilysmom Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 Quote Praying for all the missing greys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 So sorry to hear of Ella's passing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious girl. You did all you could. If she had to leave, it was better to go in her home with her family at her side. Please take comfort in knowing that she had love and a family. I'm sure she was a happy girl. May God bless you and heal your broken heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 i remember your post about ella. i'm so, so sorry about the outcome 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...
NancyB Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 Quote Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 I'm so sorry you lost Ella. I don't think you could have done anything different. At least you got to hold her as she left. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 I am so sorry. Ella is watching over you. 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 jeannejj Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss of Ella. It's always hard to lose a friend. May your memories bring peace to your aching heart. Run free, sweet Ella. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jodyksam Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 (edited) I'm so sorry for your loss . You did all that you could, and obviously there was something else going on that probably had nothing to do with the food she was eating. Be comforted in knowing that you were with her, providing her with comfort and love when she passed. Edited December 18, 2006 by jodyksam Quote Mom to Daisy (1999-2012), LB (aka Little Bit), and Sammy James (aka Sammy or Buddy) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest GreysAndMoreGreys Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 You were there for Ella, you gave her a home to call her own, the love and devotion so many other dogs out there will never know. Please find comfort in that. NO matter what was done it was Ella's time and try as we may we can't change what GOD has planned. Doesn't make it hurt any less, I know GOD SPEED Ella Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Machbragal Posted December 18, 2006 Share Posted December 18, 2006 I am so very sorry -- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet Ella 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...
Batmom Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 My heart goes out to you. Godspeed, gallant little girl. 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...
Guest traeandtonya Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 (edited) Hello, I want to thank everyone for your kind words. I do not have any friends locally who own a grey and it helps to get words of encouragement from fellow owners or fellow "owned". In my original post I meant to say something about the people who put Ella into my life and forgot. A little more than two years ago I drove from TN to B-ham AL to visit with Kevin and the pups there, not sure whether I would adopt or just get aquainted. I fell in love with Ella and so did the rest of the family. The folks there in B-ham were great to deal with, friendly and welcoming. I appreciate their work and dedication more than words can express. I know that Kevin is not the only person there but he is the only person we met in person that day. If or when I adopt again I will definately return to them. I am nervous about adopting a new grey. I am afraid that another grey could never replace my Ella. (No offense to anyones pup but Ella was the BEST) Kudos to GPA- North Alabama! :yay Trae Edited December 19, 2006 by traeandtonya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotion Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 prayers for peace and comfort. I am sorry. 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...
Houndtime Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. If there is any comfort, at least you were with her at the time she was called. 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...
greypuppyluv Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 I'm so sorry to hear about Ella's passing. When the time is right, you will find another grey who won't replace Ella, but will still enrich your heart. Each greyhound is different and our love for each one is different.....and that's ok . Quote Paula & her pups--Paneer (WW Outlook Ladd), Kira & Rhett (the whippets)Forever in my heart...Tinsel (Born's Bounder - 11/9/90-12/18/01), Piper, Chevy, Keno, Zuma, Little One, Phaelin & WinnieGreyhound Adoption Center ~ So Cal rep for Whippet Rescue And Placement For beautiful beaded collars, check out my Facebook page: The Swanky Hound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 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...
Guest maryjo79 Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 The pups who have left us can never be replaced, but they can open our hearts to love others. That is their greatest legacy to us. Please don't feel guilty. Ella knew she was loved just as Ella loved in return. I know words can't ease the pain of her passing, but please accept my very deepest sympathies for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss of Ella. I'm so glad you were with her when she crossed the bridge. Please do not feel guilty for anything you did or did not do...and do not be afraid to get another greyhound or another dog of any breed. In my heart, I feel like Ella opened the door for you to help another one, to give another one a home full of love just like you did for her. She was given an opportunity to make you & your family happy, she did it...find comfort in knowing you made each other's life complete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greylyn Posted December 19, 2006 Share Posted December 19, 2006 Another pup will not replace Ella, but when you are ready, Ella just may send you a pup who needs you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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