Guest EaglesMom Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 My spunky, barrel chested, bug eyed boy is now running at the bridge. He had been stumbling quite a bit and yesterday took a pretty hard fall. I took him to the E-VET thinking he had torn a muscle, when the vet read the x-rays, it was osteo. I brought him home, he ate cheeseburgers and ice cream and got a ton of love. I honestly thought I would have him for a couple more days, but it was clear this am, that it was his time. I petted him and told him he was a great boy as he took his last breath. He was my first failure at fostering and I have loved him every minute of every day. He was my alarm clock, my roach king and the culprit behind many bruises on my legs as he never learned in the game of chicken, you don't actually plow into the person. He could clear a room in under a minute with his classic greyhound gas. He was my kitty bodyguard (always on patrol to make sure that pesky kitty did not get to close to his Mom) my bathroom buddy (cuz you know, one should NEVER go to the bathroom alone) and the keyholder to my heart. He let me know if I did something to upset him as I would come home to shredded books, teeth marks in the drywall or a demolished slipper. I had him less than two years and I will cherish every memory. It is because of him and Luther that I will always hold a special place in my heart for the bounced seniors. Chief loved life to the fullest and I am sure he is already claiming his spot at the throne at the bridge. For those of you that had the opportunity to meet Chief, please think of a happy memory as there are many. Don't be sad for me, I had the opportunity to love and cherish one of the most spirited, fun greyhounds and I am blessed to have known him and share his remaining years with him. Becky Rollison East Coast Greyhound Aid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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CleosMom Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 A beautiful tribute to your Chief. My sympathies to you and your family. Godspeed sweet boy. Quote Jennifer Cleo (Golddust Cadilac 83484 Blazing Desire X Greys Blu Fox) Cole (Hallo Jeremy 88778 My Rooster X Bahama Tango) Athena (R and a Peach 93839 Coldwater Guv X R and a Lady) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytfulhounds Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 Your Chief sounded like an awsome boy! I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 What a precious boy. Prayers for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5blackgreys Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 Becky, Chris and I are so sorry to hear about Chief. I know how much you loved him and what a character he was. You gave him a wonderful home, I'm just sorry he didn't have more time with you. Kathy Quote , Phoenix, Okie, Casey, and Ellie the Galga; with Aggie, Alexa, Bear,Cody, Gianni V., Missy B, Babette, Bernice, and BooBoo at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TBSFlame Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 My sincere sympathys for the loss of your very special boy. Run Pain Free Chief Adam 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 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 So sorry for your loss. Run free sweet hound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 Becky, that's awesome. The story, the memorial, and your positive attitude. Even if it breaks down every now and then, and you need some support later, it's wonderful that you are holding the best of him in your heart and mind, and celebrating his life. :bighug Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest vahoundlover Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 Beautiful tribute to your special fella. I am so sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytpups Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 What a beautiful tribute. Greyhounds can teach us so many greyt things in life. Quote Jan with precious pups Emmy (Stormin J Flag) and Simon (Nitro Si) and Abbey Field. Missing my angels: Bailey Buffetbobleclair 11/11/98-17/12/09; Ben Task Rapid Wave 5/5/02-2/11/15; Brooke Glo's Destroyer 7/09/06-21/06/16 and Katie Crazykatiebug 12/11/06 -21/08/21. My blog about grief The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not get over the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to. ― Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinnieAndRexsMom Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 I'm so sorry for your loss. Run free Adam ... Quote Tonya, mom to May, and my angels Vinnie, Rex, Red, Chase, and Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 Sounds like you had the ride of a lifetime with this special boy. You are now parted physically, but he will always be with you. Run free sweet boy! 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...
queenwinniesmom Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 I'm so sorry you lost your precious boy. How lucky he was to be with you. And no wonder you failed fostering---he was precisely where he was meant to be! To lose him so suddenly makes that pain even harder to bear, but it can't take away the love you shared, that is yours forever. 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...
grey14me Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 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...
Burpdog Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 Run like the wind sweet boy! Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 I am so Sorry. Run Free Chief Adam 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...
grey8greys Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 Becky, I am so sorry to hear about Chief. He was one lucky boy to have you for his Mom. Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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lovinggreysslp Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 I'm so sorry for your loss. It sounds like Chief was quite a character. Godspeed Chief! Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guinness_the_greyt Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 I'm so sorry! Godspeed handsome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TuxsMom Posted May 25, 2008 Share Posted May 25, 2008 (edited) I loved your tribute....he must have filled your home with smiles every day ! Edited May 25, 2008 by TuxsMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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