Guest gralover Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I wanted to update you on Mark. He started to rally since Christmas-was eating more and actually looked like he might have gained a pound or two-a few ribs seemed a little less noticeable! He did a few of the things he used to enjoy doing-even spent some time outdoors with my husband while husband was working in the "barn"-like he always liked to do! But last night, when he laid on his bed on his side, we found blood coming from his mouth. He wouldn't let us touch there much to try to find out what was going on. The bleeding stopped when he kept his head upright. This morning at 5:30 AM, however, I awoke to a greyhound toe pushing into my face-Mark then snuggled up his head to mine on my pillow! When I got out a flashlight to check for any more bleeding-indeed there was more! As long as he kept his head upright, it seemed to stop. As soon as our vet's office opened, we called-unfortunately our vet wasn't working this weekend but his office faxed over Mark's records to the covering vet-who is actually involved with the Greyhound Placement Service in our state. The vet drew some blood and took temp-102-could not get reading of any platelets in bloodwork. We had pretty much decided on the way to the vet that it was probably time to let Mark go, but the vet's comment, "he's dying" completely convinced me I had to let Mark go now. It was so hard to say goodbye, but right before Mark received the needle, he laid his head down in my lap and seemed to be at complete peace! On the ride to the vet, for the first time in quite a while, he actually stuck his nose out the window for a few minutes-I guess he needed to feel the wind on his face one more time! I am going through some serious greyhound withdrawal right now-Mark was such a great hugger-and liked to give "kisses" too! He was truly my best friend-he was always there for me when I was sad, or when I was mad too! He stuck by us almost all of the time-even nights like the 4th of July when his brother was hiding indoors from the noise of fireworks around, Mark would rather stand outdoors with us and tolerate the noise than to be without us. The yellow lab with us now (my father-in-law's dog who moved in with us a few months before my father-in-law did) just doesn't know how to do such things! I pray it will not be long before another grey will be here-I know I can't ever replace Mark, but my husband and I can't see our home without one-he had a greyhound when we met over 22 years ago and we have never been without one-they are way too special! I want to thank all of you wonderful people - you have all meant a lot to me through such a difficult time, and I have learned a lot from all of you! I am so greytful to have learned about GreyTalk and I look forward to continuing communication with all of you through this site! Blessings to all of you and your greys (and other dogs, cats, etc, too) for a safe and Happy New Year! Hugs from me and Mark to all!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tenderhearts Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I am so so sorry to read of your loss of Mark. He was obviously a very special boy, and much loved and cherished. I will always be grateful for my bridge boy Bart as he was my introduction to the world of greyhounds, and like you, I can't bear the thought of life without a greyhound in it. The heavens will have a bright new star in the skies tonight. God bless you, and may he hold your aching hearts in his hands :grouphug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LuckyGrey Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. It sounds like it was the right time and that Mark had a wonderful life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 i'm so very sorry 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...
Guest PhillyPups Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Tears streaming here for you. What a wonderful tribute to your beloved Mark, and what a beautiful letting go, letting him feel the wind in his face, and finally with his head on your lap knowing he was truly loved, you gave him the ultimate gift of love. to you cause I sure know you need a few now. Fly with the angels Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Mark! What a lovely story, even though it's sad. He WAS at peace, in your love, trusting and knowing you were with him all the way. 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...
VinnieAndRexsMom Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 (edited) I am so sorry for your loss. Mark fought a good fight. Sending hugs to you and lighting the old boys' candle to help light Mark's way. Edited December 30, 2006 by VinnieAndRexsMom Quote Tonya, mom to May, and my angels Vinnie, Rex, Red, Chase, and Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I'm so sorry. He tried to hang in there for you but told you the time was right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauCarden Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Godspeed Mark! I am so sorry for your loss 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...
NancyB Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I'm so sorry your Mark is gone 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...
iluvgreys Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I'm very sorry it was time for Mark to go. Your tribute to him is lovely and honors his specialness in such a sweet way. May you be comforted by your happy memories of Mark. He will live on forever in your heart and no doubt will send another hound your way when the time is right. Godspeed, precious one... 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...
Guest OMGiluvgreys Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I'm so very sorry for your loss. You did the only thing you could do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonya Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I'm so very, very sorry for your loss - there are no words to comfort you; however, you will soon save yet another gorgeous hound that Mark will send..........run free Sweet mark with all the Bridge babies....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tricolorhounds Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 ... run free Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FountainLady Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 Quote CORY and CRICKET - Solitary Tremble & CASPER - Pj's Mia Farrow* With CAPT. GUS - Solitary Trigger, RAINY - Peach Rain, PUP - Red Zepher, DOC - CTW Fort Sumpterand MAX - Shiowa's Silver Maxamillion / Afghan .... all waiting at the bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundlov Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I am so very sorry. It is never easy to lose our babies. Quote Mary in Houston Everyone has a photographic memory, but not everyone has film. LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greybookends Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I am sorry to hear about Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 God speed Mark and bless your mom and dad. Quote Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinggreysslp Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. Godspeed Mark! Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sirocco_Nikki Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I am very sorry for your loss. However, I am also very happy that Mark had such an incredibly loving and wonderful home. You gave him the greatest gift possible. :angelwings Quote Drake - Fortified Power x Cajun Oriel Janney - Ronco x Sol Happy Waiting at the bridge: Sirocco - (Reko Sirocco) - Trojan Episode x Reko Princess; Nikki - (MPS Sharai) - Devilish Episode x MPS Daisy Queen;Yukon - (Yak Back) - Epic Prince x Barts Cinnamon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KyGrey Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DundeeToddsMom Posted December 30, 2006 Share Posted December 30, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. Godspeed Mark, run a lap with my Angels Sweet Dundee and Bubba. Send your mom & dad a special grey when they are ready Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted December 31, 2006 Share Posted December 31, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. Sometimes they stay until we are ready to let them go. He was waiting until you knew it was time. Take comfort in knowing your sweet Mark is at peace, pain free and running once again with the wind. 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 Aggie94 Posted December 31, 2006 Share Posted December 31, 2006 (edited) I'm so sorry. Edited December 31, 2006 by Aggie94 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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