Guest BlueCrab Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 In 1999 DH and I decided to adopt a dog. A. Dog. Singular. Thru a series of snafus, we ended up with two dogs in two days. 12/4/99 we brought home Duke from the SPCA - Lab/pointer mix, funny guy, too-too-too smart. On 12/5/99 we brouht jome Otto from the Humane Society - full bred GSD, abuse case, solid black, stunning. They joined our two kitties and off we went. It wasn't always smooth sailing....the house was never clean...somebody was always pooping or chewing something up or blowing their coat. But we had a helluva ride. My sweet Otto left us for the bridge October 7, 2006. Tragically he bloated and despite our immediate and desperate efforts, held on for 3 days before we made the painful - but right - decision to let him go. He was 12 when he left us...had a really great life, expecially compared to his prior abuse. Last night, we had to make the painful decision to let Duke move on to join his brother. Duke had been getting old, especially after Otto left us. When we got Trixie (who's only 2), he seemed to have a new lease on life. He became a puppy again, mouthing us, jogging around in sprightly moments, acting silly. When Trixie decided she had to sleep on the sofa, we had to relent and Duke gained sofa rights, too. He seemed to be in decline over the last two days and vet found a tumor on his heart yesterday to explain what was causing his decline. He was in fairly slow decline, nothing horrible, but off his feed and out of breath more than usual. The last hour he seemed to really take a turn for the worse and went down quick. So we made the right - but so, so painful - decision. Trixie is an "only child" now - although the kitties are trying to do their best. We haven't seen any signs of separation anxiety yet, so I'm keeeping my fingers crossed. Not sure what our next step will be....or when. Thanks to all who read my post about Duke on the medical page. The wishes for a speedy recovery and the hugs after the news really meant a lot. Everyone go kiss your puppers tonight. I'll give Trix three big smooches on her velvet nose.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomDoggy Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a wonderful boy. Quote ~Aimee, with Flower, Alan, Queenie, & Spodee Odee! And forever in my heart: Tipper, Sissy, Chancy, Marla, Dazzle, Alimony, and Boo. This list is too damned long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I'm so sorry. May God bless you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlackandBrindle Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 My heart hurts for you. I'm so sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tallgreydogmom Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I am so so sorry for your loss. Quote Then God sent the Greyhound to live among man and remember. And when the Day comes, God will call the Greyhound to give Testament, and God will pass judgment on man. (Persian Proverb) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 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...
Guest WarmheartedPups Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I am very sorry...I my thoughts and prayers are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SusanP Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest Che_mar_Cody Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Becki Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I am sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BigPercyInMa Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I'm very sorry to hear about your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest yipee372 Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I am sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meandmy Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I'm so sorry that you lost Duke. He sounds like he was a wonderful soul... Quote Jenn, missing Shadow (Wickford Big Tom), Pretty Girl (C's Pretty) and Tori (Santoria) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbotaina Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 :grouphug Duke was a special old guy. When I went to Tom & Carolyn's to do their home visit for adopting a greyhound, I was about to go through my spiel about counter surfing and keeping things out of reach - but no need: they had thoroughly Duke-proofed the house in some very inventive ways. I know the house must seem very empty without him and I'm so, so sorry for your loss. Quote Meredith with Heyokha (HUS Me Teddy) and Crow (Mike Milbury). Missing Turbo (Sendahl Boss), Pancho, JoJo, and "Fat Stacks" Juana, the psycho kitty. Canku wakan kin manipi."Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." - Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss. 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...
VinnieAndRexsMom Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I am so sorry. Quote Tonya, mom to May, and my angels Vinnie, Rex, Red, Chase, and Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I love your story...I'll bet your life has been so much fun. I'm sorry that Duke had to leave, but it sounds like his job was complete...he filled your lives up with lots of fun & adventures. He's left the door open for someone else to come in...you can bet on that. Here's 8 group hugs just for you & your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dwolfe711 Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 So sorry to hear about your loss of Duke - this is always hard but even more so near the holidays - hope that Trixie can adjust to losing her brother - he is now free of pain and age running with all the other Angels at the Bridge - Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jeannejj Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard that final act of love is. Run free, sweet Duke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I am so sorry. I know how your hearts hurt. Run free on golden wings sweetheart. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted December 21, 2007 Share Posted December 21, 2007 I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how your heart feels right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Aggie94 Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 2007 I"m so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 2007 Run free sweet baby boy. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted December 22, 2007 Share Posted December 22, 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...
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