Guest greytlady Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Johnny was a big red boy that just never seemed to be the one picked at meet and greets. All the volunteers fell in love with his gentle manner and his little fold over ears, but a home all his own was not to be. Johnny raced 158 races in Florida before he came to the kennel. I always called him the "Arnold" of greyhounds as he was one big boy, but he was the perfect gentleman. Johnny was having trouble with his rear end over the last month. He stayed at the vets several times, seemed to rally then would go down again. This last week was his worst. Johnny had his own ideas how things should be done, his bed had to be just right and he was the fastest pee'er in the house. Rushing out like he was breaking from the box, getting the job done and back in with the speed of light. Many times I would fuss at him and make him go back outside to get all his jobs done. He was so upset and embarrassed that he was making messes in his crate and the last few days he just whined quietly. I loaded him up for his last trip to the vet and told him that it was post time once again. When he broke from the box he would be able to run faster and faster till he was flying. His legs would work once again and all his pain and discomfort would be gone. Johnny ran his last race with his head laying in my lap in a sunbeam coming thru the window. As I watched his eyes dim I knew he was in a much better place. He had reached the Rainbow Bridge where everyone is healed and happy. While he will never miss not having his own home I missed it for him. God speed my big red boy till we meet again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisserGil Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am sorry Sara.. You do such wonderful work for the hounds.. Quote <b>These of course are just my humble opinions and in no way express the thoughts or ideas of the management, staff or members of this or any other board.. </b>James River Greyhounds, Richmond VAHomer, Gunnar and Scarlett,... Bridge Kids, Belle, Toby, Tanner, Pumpkin, Dimples and Tyrone, Willis, Duncan, Clea,Cable and Gracie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VaGreymom Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am so sorry he never found his forever couch. Thank you for being there with him as he crossed the bridge. Run Free Sweetie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammystroops Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Quote In loving Memory of: Chip, Wendell, Tessa, Moose, Moody, Noble Storm, Thunder, Gracie, Duke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest gr84me Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 , Johnny O Boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 i'm so 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 fitznpup Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am so very sorry. It is good to know he is in a better place although those of us left behind are left to struggle with his loss. Again, I am so sorry. He sounds like he was a wonderful guy...and even though he didnt have an official home you were his mom and gave him all the home he needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am so sorry 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...
GreyPoopon Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I'm 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 KennelMom Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am so sorry. He was loved and that is what it most important. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 *sigh* Sara, there are soo many emotions running through me right now...doG how I loved Johnny. I could never understand how he could be passed up time and again. You gave him love and the best gift of all....you set him free. Run free Johnny, you will always be in our hearts. btw..thanks for cutting my head off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am crying..... Run like the wind Johnny O Boy and I'll send my kids to show you around....you can wait for me! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest how888 Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 He could not have had a better mom than you. My heartfelt sympathy. Godspeed Johnny O Boy. Forevver in our hearts you sweet and gentle angel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rsqdogsmom Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 God Speed, sweet boy. God Speed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I'm so sorry...what a beautiful boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bowiebears Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am so sorry. He sounds like such a sweetheart....thank you for loving him so much. I am consoled by a little story my sister-in-law sent a while back (which of course i cannot now locate in my email!). When the 4-year-old boy, whose dog had died, was asked by his mother about what he thought about his pet's death, he said: "God puts us on earth to learn how to love and be nice to others. Dogs know that already so they don't have to stay as long." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Che_mar_Cody Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am so sorry. Run free sweet Johnny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAVED2 Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 :f_red Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jurishound Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 How heartbreaking that he didn't have a forever home. But he is so lucky to have had you. Thank you so much for being so kind to him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest yipee372 Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 That is so sad!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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