Guest 2greysandKirby Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 We helped our big black boy Andy to the Bridge this morning. A week ago, a swelling appeared on his right front leg, and it seemed to grow every day. This morning we saw a specialist who showed us the x-ray and the devastation to the bone caused by cancer and told us that a spontaneous break could occur at any time. Andy never showed any evidence of pain or even discomfort until his last day. This morning he was unwilling to walk very far when I took him out. That was the first time I saw any discomfort. Andy was a bounce who came to us two years ago as a 7 year old. He was a dancer who would lift one front leg and then the other in a "happy dance" whenever he was pleased with something. I would often call him to go for a walk and he would not appear. When I would track him down, he would be standing, smiling, and dancing like mad. He had to get that dance in before his walk. I feel that we did the only thing we could for him today. A break would have been devastating and I just couldn't put him through even the possibility of that kind of pain. I feel that Andy was ready for his journey this morning. When the vet tech brought in the blanket for him, he climbed onto it and laid down, putting his head in my lap. He quietly left us as I stroked his head. Through my tears I can see him dancing at the Bridge - and smiling, always smiling. Have a safe journey, dear Andy. We'll miss you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Champsmom Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Run Free Sweet Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest maryjo79 Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. Andy will never be in pain and can dance always. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greymomnc Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I'm so sorry about Andy. You made a tough decision today, but you made the right one. Sending prayers for your hearts to heal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retiredracers Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I am sooooo very sorry to hear about Andy. Thanks for giving him his perfect home for the last two years. He knew you were there to love and protect him. Quote Elphie, Kulee, Amanda, Harmony, Alex (hound mix), Phantom, Norbet, Willis (dsh), Autumn (Siamese) & Max (OSH) & mama rat, LaLa & baby Poppy! My bridge kids: Crooke & Mouse (always in my heart), Flake, Buzz, Snake, Prince (GSD), Justin & Gentry (Siamese), Belle (Aussie/Dalmatian mix), Rupert (amstaff) and Fred, Sirius, Severus, Albus, George, Hagrid, Hermione, Minerva, Marilyn, Wren, Molly, Luna, Tonks, Fleur, Ginny, Neville, Bill, Percy, Rose & Charlie (rats) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GREENSTGREYS Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Im so sorry about your sweet boy,he sounds like he was wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I'm very sorry to read of your loss Quote Deerhounds Darcy, Duffy, Grace & Wellington, Mutts Sprout & Buddy, Lurchers Ned & Jake plus Ella the Westie + cats. Remembering Del, Jessie, Maddison, Flo, Sally, Stanley, Wallace, Radar, Mokka, Oki cat, Tetley, Poppy & Striker. Please visit our web store at http://www.dogsndubs.com for our own range of Greyhound related clothing for humans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I'm so sorry. Dance on Andy. 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 OnecoRose Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I am so sorry. The sweet boy will be with my Chloe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Sending my sympathy & hugs Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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fliggie Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tammara Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 My deepest sympathies... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rsqdogsmom Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss What a beautiful tribute to Andy, I can see Andy, dancing amongst the marshmallow clouds. Dance on big boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I'm typing through tears, too, as I read your loving tribute to your sweet boy. May God bless you and heal your broken heart. Andy, you will always be loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rycezmom Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet Andy. It makes our heart cry for losing him but our heart laughs too for his dancing at the bridge. I'm sure he was met by a herald of rooing friends. Quote The more I see of man, the more I like dogs. ~Mme. de Staël Missing my Bridge Angels Ryce, Bo, Jim, Miss Millie, Miss Rose, Gustopher P Jones (Pimpmaster G), Miss Isabella and Miss Star Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauCarden Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Well I was wrong, it does seem to hurt as much even when its a dog one is meeting for the first time in rememberance. Dance your way to the bridge Andy! Quote Missing my sweet girl Scout. My snuggler, my chow-hound, my kissy girl. It never thunders at the Bridge, and your food bowl is ALWAYS filled. So strange not living in Atty World. I was a love struck handmaiden to your every whim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greys4Us Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 God’s Angels We’re put on this earth to do what we can To be kind to all animals and our fellow man Some do this well and some can’t do it at all But a few special folk do hear God’s call. The folk that take in all God’s waifs and strays Give them love and care till the end of their days They’re special beyond the words I can reach They just get on and do – have no need to preach. But as each waif passes on to live at God’s side Another small part of the carer’s heart dies For to give so much love is a selfless thing When you know from the start the pain it will bring. So although right now the pain is still raw Take heart from knowing it’s you they adored And when your turn comes in the fullness of time The dogs that you love will be waiting in line. Till then they’ll be close, not far from your side They’ll lick away tears that fall from your eyes And when you feel the bed dip in the night Know that they’re with you – just out of sight. For the love that you shared can never die It’s only farewell, never goodbye The dogs that you love, you will meet again Till that time arrives they’re your faithful friends. Trudy Goodwin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ozzysmom Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Very sorry for your loss.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Machbragal Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Oh, no. Another one. I am SO very sorry -- you are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I am so sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 Farewell Andy. 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...
Guest greytbookert Posted December 20, 2006 Share Posted December 20, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. Andy find Booker, I'm sure he will dance with you! Run free, sweetie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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