Zoolady Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 (edited) Della was our first greyhound. We almost never had a greyhound. We knew we wanted one but we had a rottweiler and we only felt he should be part of the selection committee. We went to the kennel and the first one they brought out, Murphy went ballistic. We thought he would never accept a greyhound and as we were leaving, Silvana said, "Wait....we just got one off the track yesterday." She brought Della out. Murphy walked over to her, sniffed, and laid down at Della's feet. The rest is history. Della was a ray of sunshine. Every meal she would race around the coffee table until she was fed. She could roach any where, any time. Loved water and would pull just to get to the edge and cool her tummy. Oh, she ran clockwise. I guess that's why she had a short racing career. She ran three times. Fell once, sat down once and one time got half way around the track....stopped, and ran backwards. I guess she knew there was something better out there for her. When we had company she would go into "play" mode, run around the living room and launch herself onto the loveseat and slide it about three feet. We had to put rubber feet under it so she wouldn't crash into the wall. Her heart was big and when we adopted Wonder and Alice Ben and Natalie, she welcome everyone. Even the new cat Precious. No problem. She let us know this morning that it was time. The vet we use you go in to the reception area and no one ever goes to the right through the glass doors. Scott told me they took Della to see the vet and sent Scott to the rooms on the right. It was very peaceful there. They put him in a room with dim light and candles and soft music playing. On the floor was soft blankets. They brought Della in and she insisted on staying in the sphinx position until she relaxed. The vet and the tech were crying as was Scott. The passing was quiet. Scott rubbed her head and told her how much we love her and we would see her at the Bridge. I probably could share more but think our GT family is mourning too. Here is one of our favorite pictures. Peace baby girl. We will see you again. We love you. Edited August 20, 2007 by Zoolady Quote Alice (missing 12/7/05), Wonder and Ben And our beloved Bridge Kids... Inky, Maui, Murphy, Ragamuffin, Della and Natalie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Annie Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 I am so sorry. God speed Della. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 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...
JedsMom Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 I am so sorry. Quote Daisy & Eli, the crazy hounds, and Bella & Zoe, the curly kitties,and Jed (10.30.98 - 11.28.08) & Ripple (3.25.99 - 8.20.09) together again at the bridgewith Cleo-Kitty (10.8.1988 - 7.26.2007) always in my heart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 for both you & Scott. The visual of Della & Murphy makes me smile. Run like the wind -- and you can run any which way you want Austin will show you how to run frontwards and sideways at the same time! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammystroops Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss... Run free Sweet Della.... 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...
Guest SoulsMom Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 Run free Della. I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maximum Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 Oh darn it! I've been following Della's progress and was really hoping she had turned the corner. I'm so sorry that your happy, sweet girl had to leave you far, far too soon. :f_pink :f_pink Quote My boys, together again... A hui hou kakou, my loves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CocktailGirl Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 I am so sorry!!!! Run free sweet girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 I'm so sorry your precious girl had to leave so soon. Godspeed Della. Run any direction, make the furniture slide, and have a fine time with your new friends. 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 realboo Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 Oh Della - please look down on your mommy and give her gentle angel kisses to help console her broken heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytful4 Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 What a precious angel, God speed sweet girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest yipee372 Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 I am sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rycezmom Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 We are so sorry for the loss of your sweet Della. Thank you for holding her close with open hands. Skid marks at the bridge makes me smile at the thought. 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...
Guest how888 Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 Sweet Della, run free of pain and send mommy lots of signs from 'Somewhere Over The Rainbow', til we all meet again one day. You brought so many smiles with that gentle playful spirit. Rest in peace and know you were so loved. You all have my heartfelt sympathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SusanP Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linn Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 So sorry. Run free sweet Della. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 She sounds like a wonderful girl, I'm so sorry. 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...
Guest Aggie94 Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted August 20, 2007 Share Posted August 20, 2007 I am so sorry. It sounds like Della will make her mark at the Bridge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 May God bless you and heal your broken hearts. Please take comfort in knowing that you gave Della a wonderful life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotion Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 what a ray of sunshine she was. Remember the good times and the wonderful things she did like you posted in your tribute. I am sorry she could not get better. I have been praying for her. She is at peace and that is the important thing. May you find peace, strength and comfort in the days ahead. 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...
Guest ss556 Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 I am so sorry. Run free Della. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted August 21, 2007 Share Posted August 21, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss, I love that picture of her...it shows what a character she was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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