Guest houndstooth4 Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 (edited) Treat passed away to the Rainbow Bridge this morning. To say that I am heartbroken is more than a paltry understatement. She was a part of me, and I of her. Surely my heart crossed to the Bridge this morning with her. I didn't know that it was possible to cry as many tears as I have. That being said, I have been so lucky to have smiled the million smiles that I did because if her since she came home with us on December 30, 2000. She had us both wrapped around her dew claws from the very beginning. We had planned to pick her up and take her home to settle in quietly, however a bad snowstorm the day before had postponed Matt's brother's birthday party, and we were obligated to make a stop on the way home. After a stop at McDonald's where she ate her first French fry which instigated her lifelong love of "fine French cuisine" and picking out her very first collar, leash and coat, we stopped at the birthday party. Not knowing how she'd react to all the little children, we put her muzzle on her, and so she made her grand entrance in a new collar, coat and with a muzzle that said "Killer" across the nose. She quickly developed an aptitude for being an ambassadog and attended many meet and greets. Treat was responsible for many greyhounds getting a home because people always fell in love with her. She would always go to meet and greets and work her little heart out. Another of her jobs in retirement was being a therapy dog. She was a certified TDI dog as well as a certified READ dog. We joked that Treat didn't get enough attention at home and that she needed supplemental petting, so we took her to for visits to get attention. She always worked her magic, making people feel as if they were the one and only person in the world at that moment who needed her attention. She'd give that grin of hers, and possibly do a trick or two if we were willing to give her treats for them, but she didn't work for free. Treat was always there for me, as well. I went through two battles with pneumonia and nerve surgery on my hand, and Treat always watched over me tirelessly. She was always glad to hold down my blanket and keep me company on the couch or bed. Never did she fail in that duty. We have met so many wonderful people through our association with this little brindle dog. I have grown as much as a person from having known her. I learned about compassion and grace from our visits with those who were growing older, and through watching her grow older as well. We got to help with a ballet where Treat was able to perform onstage, much to her delight. I lost a great deal of weight with Treat as my personal trainer, demanding to be walked every day. We've traveled to Michigan and Dewey Beach to meet people we talk to here online who shared our love of these wonderful dogs. Treat and I had a unique bond; I swear that I knew what she was thinking. She would use those doe eyes of hers and she could get almost anything she wanted. She was first and foremost always The Princesse. Her personality always sparkled and she had such a funny sense of humor. I can still remember how outraged she'd get when we were getting ready to go somewhere and Matt would go back through the house to get his wallet or checkbook in the bedroom. She'd let out an indignant roo that he'd gone the wrong way and I'd hear snap, snap then Matt's yell as she nipped him in the seat of the pants. Yet, she never did it to me. She just knew her dad needed extra motivation to go in the direction she wanted him to go. So, please join me in hoping that my little angel has found her way to heaven. Godspeed, Princesse! You'll always have my heart. Adios Treat February 5, 1997 – May 5, 2008 Edited May 6, 2008 by houndstooth4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Treat. You and your family will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carla Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. Treat is smiling down upon you thanking you for everything you did for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greys4Us Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 What a wonderful tribute to such a sweet dog. I bet if she knows what you are thinking, she knows how much you miss her. And I bet she would tell you how fortunate she was to have you in her life and that she knows how much you loved her. She will always be with you. Allow yourself to grieve for this loss as she deserves it. Bless you for loving her and taking such good care of her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaysmom Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 Run free, sweet girl.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 Sending my sympathy So young! Sounds like she will make a good Rainbow Land Greeter! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RavenRacersMom Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 Bless you...that was a beautiful tribute to Treat. Run free sweet Princess, run free. My heart goes out to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyindy Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 So sorry for your loss. Treat was a special girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahluasMagic Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 I'm so sorry. Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packmom Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 I'm so sorry. Its been a horrible day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Treat 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 how888 Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 I am so sorry to read this. What a special angel that once graced our Earth, now graces our Heavens.... Godspeed sweet one. You were so loved and will never be forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted May 5, 2008 Share Posted May 5, 2008 oh no...i'm so sorry for your loss 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...
Devotion Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 What a beautiful tribute for an amazing dog. It warms my heart when you talked about her being a therapy dog and Read dog. all of mine have been both of those as well and I know the importance that they bring to both grey and owner. Not to mention how many lifes that she touched while doing her "job". Run free sweet Treat. You will live on in spirit forever. My sympathy to you all. 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...
GreyPoopon Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 I'm so sorry you lost your special girl. Godspeed Treat. 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 WarmheartedPups Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 Your story is wonderful. I am so sorry you lost Treat. My thoughts are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hannahmom Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 Sending prayers for you and your most precious angel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HeatherDemps Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 Carrie, I know I posted to you on Paws Up 4 Greys, but I just wanted to send my sympathy here too. She touched so many lives, made people smile and feel less lonely, and had a special bond with the children. The world is a little grayer without the pink "Princesse", and I know you and Matt are heartbroken. Can you post those pictures here so everyone can see your beautiful fashion hound? Every time I saw a gorgeous pink collar or necklace or coat, I'd think, "Treat would look stunning in that." And of course, she knew how lovely she looked. And she was as beautiful inside as she was on the outside. She was indeed special. Sharing your sadness, Nancy and Doug Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 I am so sorry What a beautiful tribute to your special girlie. Treat touched so many lives, I hope those memories will help heal your broken heart. Godspeed Sweetheart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FosterFlunker Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 I am so sorry Carrie. Run free Princess Treat you will be missed. :brokenheart :bighug Quote Make a fast friend adopt a greyhound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest houndstooth4 Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 But of course! How could I have forgotten the pictures? Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for all of the kind words! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted May 6, 2008 Share Posted May 6, 2008 What a beautiful tribute you wrote, Carrie. It made me weep like a baby. I never met Treat but she sounds like an amazing, amazing hound. And of course, she was your girl. Gone, but never forgotten. I'm so sorry for your loss. Run free, sweet girl. Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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