Guest greysx3 Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Today at 10:50 am Figs Dixie Babe was assisted to the Rainbow Bridge. I did not share this with a lot of people but in March of this year Dixie had developed a lump it was just like Eric's and I knew in my heart what it was. It was confirmed to be cancer. I hate that word so much!! Dixie was my first foster that I had volunteered to foster for AAGI. I was bound and determined not to become a failed foster mom. Then at a volunteer lunch the organizers asked for all the failed foster families to stand...there I was sitting all alone. I went home and told Dixie no one could love her like me! Thus I flunked fostering and can proudly say I was now a member of Failed Fostering 101. Dixie was her own girl and played by her own rules, she was bossy and often told the little young ones what she thought of them and it usually wasn't nice. She reminded me of the cartoon "Maxine" just a crabby old lady. She was not one to snuggle and got annoyed when you tried. She was not an outgoing greyhound in fact she was a very shy girl, she did not like going out to meet and greets, she did not enjoy car rides, she did not like strangers in the house. A funny story about Dixie was when my neighbor put up a satellite dish. Dixie was in the backyard barking and barking and barking. I could not figure out what it was until I looked and saw that my neighbors had put up "the intruder" on the side of his house. Dixie felt it was her duty to tell "the intruder" to stay right where it was and not even think about moving or coming near us or she was going to have it for dinner. Well apparently it worked because that satellite dish never attempted to come into our yard!! It took a lot for her to trust anyone and there was less then a handful of people that she allowed to get close enough to her. The people she trusted the most and without hesitation were Jody and Tiffany Brown. They were both at her side today when she breathed her last breath. We let her go here at home where she felt safe and comfortable. The other greys Georgie, Nessie, Pistachio, Kit & Daily were all in my bedroom whining behind the closed door wanting to come out. Now this is the amazing part and I can say this from what I heard or what I should say what I didn't hear. I believe when Dixie's soul left her body the other greyhounds knew and there was complete silence from the bedroom. I mean not a sound! I knew in those moments of silence she had returned to God. (Psalm 24:1 The earth is the LORD's and everything in it. The world and all its people belong to him.) Dixie has joined Eric who I lost in September. Losing two of my babies in one year is heart wrenching. I want to thank all of my friends for there support during this time. But most of all I want to thank Jody and Tiffany Brown for being there to hold me up and let me cry so many times during this difficult time. Dixie loved Tiffany and Jody and they loved her! I want to also thank Dr. Halverson and her vet tech Susie for there wonderful care and compassion. I love you Dixieland! The funnest greyhound on Earth! Mommy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Run free sweet baby. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hannahmom Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 May your grief fade and your memories remain forever Sending sympathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VaGreymom Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am so sorry for the loss of your Dixie. Run Free Sweetie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Oh Teri, I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet Dixie. Take comfort in knowing that your pretty girl is at peace, pain free and running once again with the wind. I do hate cancer. It is the thief who robs us, everyday, of those we love. 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...
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Guest TBSFlame Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Carla Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Oh Teri, I am so sorry for your greyt loss of Dixie. My heart aches for you. Godspeed sweet Dixie, you are terribly missed. Hugs, Carla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greypuppyluv Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Oh, Teri.....I'm so sorry. Godspeed, sweet Dixie........... Quote Paula & her pups--Paneer (WW Outlook Ladd), Kira & Rhett (the whippets)Forever in my heart...Tinsel (Born's Bounder - 11/9/90-12/18/01), Piper, Chevy, Keno, Zuma, Little One, Phaelin & WinnieGreyhound Adoption Center ~ So Cal rep for Whippet Rescue And Placement For beautiful beaded collars, check out my Facebook page: The Swanky Hound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am so sorry. Godspeed Beautiful Angel Dixie. 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...
Guest crazy4greys Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am so Sorry!!!!!! Run Free Dixie Babe Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrAlexTheDog Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 teri, i'm very sorry to hear about dixie. Quote Steve, owner/photographer Crackerdog Photography, writer of ShutterHounds. Follow me on Instagram.Alex (Sanja Black Eyes [1989-2003] - Sanja Superfrank x TH's Fandango), Nikki (Ein's Ardonis [1995-2008] - Farmer Wilson x Legs Polly),Sadie (Carla Tar [2002-2014] - Coldwater Guv x Canatar), Katie (Leading Home [2003-2013] - Iruska Excalibur x Impress Me Much),Bean ([2013-] - DJays Octane x O Ya Cranberry), and Billy Bob (O Ya Billy Bob [2011-2020] Dodgem By Design x O Ya Cranberry) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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fsugrad Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet girl. Quote Rita, mom to Dakota (Dakotas Dream) & Wish (Kiowa Wish Wish) and my angels Toby (Sol Marcus) and Robin (Greys Robin Hood) Forever missing our beloved Robin and Toby "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisyDoodle Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I'm so sorry for your loss. Two in a year must be so hard. Donna Quote DonnaMolly the Border Collie & Poquita the American-born Podenga Bridge Babies: Daisy (Positive Delta) 8/7/2000 - 4/6/2115, Agnes--angel Sage's baby (Regall Rosario) 11/12/01 - 12/18/13, Lucky the mix (Found, w 10 puppies 8/96-Bridge 7/28/11, app. age 16) & CoCo (Cosmo Comet) 12/28/89-5/4/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KyGrey Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guinness_the_greyt Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I'm so sorry Teri! Godspeed Dixie! You were a well loved girlie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I know how much you hate cancer and loved her (I can tell from your post) No satillite dishes in Rainbow Land! Dixie will see to it Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hamiesmom Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 So sorry on the loss of your beautiful baby. I know just how hard it is. Run with the angels and know that she is the wind beneath your wings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WarmheartedPups Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am so very sorry for your loss ....Dixie sounds very special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I'm so sorry. Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greys4Us Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 Words cannot speak to the pain of your loss. Godspeed sweet angel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LolasMom Posted May 20, 2008 Share Posted May 20, 2008 I am so very sorry. Godspeed sweet Dixie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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