macoduck Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 Debbie (GT: arlosmom) and Roy Mayo of Wilmington NC let Feather go today. He was recently diagnosed with cancer of the liver, pancreas and intestines. Feather was adopted through Greyhound Friends of NC. He was a very sweet boy and will be dearly missed. This was written by Roy: Feather 7/2/1999 – 9/24/2008 Today our big ol’ beautiful Feather succumbed to cancer and slipped away to join his adoptive sisters, Bailey and Heidi, at the Rainbow Bridge. There they blissfully wait for Arlo, Jewel, Debbie and me. Feather was born July 2nd, 1999, Feather Finn, pup of Grey’s Hot Holly and Memory Calling. His racing days were spent at Lakes Region Greyhound Park in Belmont, New Hampshire. He was retired at three years of age with 105 races. After coming to GFNC, Feather was initially adopted by Claire Lane, but his “love” for her cat Chionni led to his return. He was then fortunate to have been Alice and Ray Bossert’s first foster. Debbie and I adopted him on December 23rd, 2002. (Merry Christmas to us!) The initial transition was tough, Feather had digestive issues, but we weathered the storm, and have always been glad we did. Feather had a regal air about him. He seldom walked, he more or less pranced. He held his head high, walking, sitting, even lying down. He thought he owned the universe. His adoptive sister Bailey taught him different though, peeing on his bed and in front of his crate every chance she got. Though a sixteen year old half blind schnauzer, she was queen and never let Feather forget whose house it was! Still, every time they went outside, Feather let Bailey follow his big black form around the yard, so she wouldn’t get lost. Feather played hard. He roared around the yard, running and throwing his purple ball, or fleece toy, then pouncing, shaking, and throwing it again, spinning in circles. He was far from undisciplined though. He had his Canine Good Citizens award, and knew how to behave, quite the “gentleman”. Feather represented retired racing greyhounds well. He was in the 2007 Celebrate Greyhounds Calendar. He loved parades of all kinds, and attended most all of them, Christmas, St. Patrick’s Day, Kure Beach. He even got it together and had a good time at the Mayfaire Boat Show Parade last Saturday. He went to meet and greets, playdays, picnics at Halyburton, and anywhere else greyhounds were going to gather. He loved to lure course. He adored children, and seemed to enjoy having little ones draped around his neck. Most of all, Feather loved to walk on the beach at Ft. Fisher. He would go a ways, get a little warm, and head into the water’s edge to cool off. He would go out into about 6 to 12 inches of water, lie down, and let the waves roll over him as he held his head above the incoming foam. He was magnificent. Arlo, Jewel, Debbie and I will miss him in more ways than we know. Feather's calendar picture: Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm so sorry. :grouphug Rest in peace, Feather. 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...
grey14me Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 What a beautiful angel. I'm so very 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 TBSFlame Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahluasMagic Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 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...
Burpdog Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 Sending my sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greyglo Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm so sorry for this family's loss of their majestic Feather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I am so sorry My deepest sympathies to all that love Feather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm so sorry for the loss of this precious angel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Feather. 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 nieciet06 Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 Condolences to Feathers family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 Run pain free handsome boy Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm so sorry. My deepest sympathies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm very sorry Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Fudge Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Pipi5 Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I am so sorry, please pass on my condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytwannabe Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 Bless your hearts. Godspeed Feather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 I am so sorry for the loss of Feather. He was one special boy. 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...
Guest yipee372 Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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RobinM Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Oh, I am so very 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...
patricia Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 I am so sorry. Run proud and free at the Bridge Feather~no more cancer~no more sickness. 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 monasmom Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 What a beautiful tribute! Feather sounds like he was a remarkable hound. And I can tell by what you wrote how much he was loved. I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 I'm so very sorry for their loss. Godspeed Feather. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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