Guest abowsgarden Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 (edited) Our beloved Farley was put to sleep at home Monday evening. He's been challenged with nasal cancer that we discovered in the middle of the summer. He never seemed to want to end life on earth, and this made the decision utterly monstrous. Even on his last day, we went back and forth wondering if we were making the right decision. But, we know the cancer was spreading in his muzzle, gums, and that had to be painful even though he never really let us know that. Farley was our first Greyhound and he and I were truly kindred spirits. In my opinion (and my husband's), Farley was sheer perfection and pure joy. We were so blessed the moment he came into our lives. Now, how to go on without him. I am sleeping with his blue puppy because he loved it so much and because it smells like him. His Grey little sis, Kiki, has spent nearly all of her life with him, and we are also needing to nurture her. She is very quiet, and almost motionless. It broke my heart when I had NO greeters at the door when I got home from work last night. I know that you all know what this is like. If there are any tips to help with the pain, I certainly need them. I miss my boy endlessly and it's about more than I can bear. To all of you, I wish you the best in dealing with your grief too. At least we share this painful understanding of what it feels like to fully love and be loved by a Greyhound. It's been truly magical for us and I know for you as well. Edited January 17, 2007 by abowsgarden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BradyzMommy Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am so very sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest amberj002 Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 my heart absolutely breaks for you. I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thougths and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest GiJenn51 Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 Rest in peace, and pain free Farley! I'm sure all of our GT angels will be there to teach you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carla Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 Oh dear, I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet Farley. Yes, it is one of the most difficult things to have to deal with, but you know deep down in your heart that you did the only thing you could do for Farley, and that was to release him from his pain. Farley will ALWAYS be with you in spirit. Soon your tears of grief will turn to tears of joy as you will have many wonderful memories of your precious boy. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and accept our heartfelt sincere condolences. Godspeed Farley. Hugs, Carla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hannahmom Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I'm so very sorry to hear about Farley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greysonly Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss. Run pain free Farley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I'm so sorry to hear about Farley. May your tears of sadness soon be replaced with happy memories.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I know how you feel Sending my sympathy, and hope, that Farley will send you someone to help you Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest onedollar Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SYMBASMOMMY Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am so very sorry your loss.... Farley sweet....GODSPEED.....you are an angel now....bless you and your family.....they miss you sweet one..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 i'm so sorry. i was following Farley's story in health and medical 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 SquanHound Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 Run free sweet Farley I am so sorry - I know that your heart is breaking. Sending peaceful and comforting thoughts your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jeannejj Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss. It's always hard to say goodbye to a beloved friend. I know how hard that final act of love is. May your memories bring your aching heart peace. Run free, sweet Farley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest K9_Lady Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 Allyson, I am so very sorry in your loss of Farley. Even in all the sadness in losing them, I truly feel sorry for a person who has never experienced the unconditional love of a dog. Farley will always be in your heart and at your side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am so sorry Sometimes it helps to keep talking (or writing) about him. Maybe you could start a thread with all your favorite pictures of him, or start a blog. 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...
Guest fastdogs Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I'm so sorry for your loss. God speed Farley Something that might help is putting together a scrap book of Farley photos. It will remind you of the fun times you had. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kaotic1 Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am soooo very sorry... no words just a big Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teri_d Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 prayers, tears & hugs to you as you get through these days when your heart hurts.....yes, he took a piece of your heart, but he exchanged it for the piece of his he left here with you -- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CookieLover Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 Sending prayers and hugs as well. I understand your pain. May you slowly begin to have happy memories! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyB Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am so sorry 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...
Guest TBSFlame Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am so sorry. The only way to deal with the pain is to walk right through it. Cry as much as you need to. There is light on the other side it just takes a while to get there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ml529 Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 Godspeed Farley....you'll be missed. Quote Melanie and Eric with Leminim and Eieio and silly kitty Elsa.See you again someday, my sweet Payton (Flying Payton May 9, 2000-March 18, 2012) Missing my sweet JJ, world's sweetest cat (April 1997-November 30, 2015)Stealing food in heaven, my darling Minnie (2006-April 21, 2016) Reunited with her favorite person in heaven, my Dad, Satin the skittish kitty (2002-May 7, 2016) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 I am so very sorry for your loss. I have no words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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