Guest Greensleeves Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 (edited) After 54 days of fighting like the trooper she always was, Nelly lost her battle tonight. It turned out that the problem with her leg/s was not an injury sustained while at the hospital last week, but a complication (edema) from the kidney disease. Although she was thankfully spared some of the usual symptoms of end-stage renal failure, she was starting to exhibit signs of neurological impairment, pain, etc, and we just couldn't stand for her to suffer. She started crying on and off Saturday morning, was doing this odd seizure-like head-bobbing thing, and this morning she fell while trying to urinate, and we had to carry her back inside. It was really hard to make the decision without the input of any of her regular doctors (because, of course, it's Sunday!), but her doc at the hospital today was wonderful. I know a lot of you won't remember Nelly, our Honorary Greyhound... but some of you might have been on the boards back in 2001 when she first came into our lives. We were a one-greyhound family until March 11, 2001--my husband's 30th birthday. We were driving home from a visit to his parents when we found an injured puppy on the side of the highway. As it turned out, Nelly was more than injured--she was PREGNANT--and just shy of two months later she gave us the rest of our family: her nine puppies. Nelly and her kids were a big part of Greytalk for a while all those years ago. This little girl survived being hit by a car twice, a pregnancy that would have killed her and her puppies if not for emergency C-section, serious allergies, traumatic ear surgery, severe arthritis and more in her short eight years. But unfortunately she could not overcome the birth defect of malformed kidneys, and so she has returned to the God who sent her to us 7 years ago. Fly free, sweet Angel Girl. We'll see you again. Thanks to everyone, especially Patricia, who held my paw while we fought this the last 2 months. And yes, my heart is absolutely breaking. My family has two big holes in it that can never be filled. Edited October 6, 2008 by Greensleeves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lauri Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 It's so hard...I may be there right with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bevd Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm so sorry Stephanie I arrived on GT in September 2001 (with angel Maddison who was a puppy then) and remember how much I loved watching Nelly bring her puppies up It's the end of an era, isn't it? Sleep tight Nellie. You will always be remembered Quote Deerhounds Darcy, Duffy, Grace & Wellington, Mutts Sprout & Buddy, Lurchers Ned & Jake plus Ella the Westie + cats. Remembering Del, Jessie, Maddison, Flo, Sally, Stanley, Wallace, Radar, Mokka, Oki cat, Tetley, Poppy & Striker. Please visit our web store at http://www.dogsndubs.com for our own range of Greyhound related clothing for humans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Fiona3 Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I am so sorry for your loss. It was fate that brought Nelly into your lives and you gave her a home and love when she needed it most. It is hard to say goodbye to such a cherished friend. May the memories of your wonderful times with Nelly help to heal your heartache. :f_pink Quote Hobbes - April 2, 1994 to April 9, 2008-----Tasha - May 23, 2000 to March 31, 2013 Fiona - Aug 29, 2001 to May 5, 2014-----Bailey - March 22, 2001 to Jan 20, 2015 Zeke - June 1, 2004 - Jan 26, 2016----Callie - July 14, 2006 to July 27, 2019 Forever in my heart: Chooch, Molly, Dylan & Lucy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm very sorry Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest vahoundlover Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm glad Nelly had you to show her what a loving family is. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Godspeed Sweetheart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm so sorry. Godspeed, pretty sweet miracle girl. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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KahluasMagic Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 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...
Guest ss556 Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I am so very sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamborine Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm so sorry... Quote Maryann, Bama (TW Beltram), Stephanie (Tom's Stepinhi) & Henderson the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm so sorry to read your post. Prayers for you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SusanP Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I'm so sorry. I'm glad she had a life with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madeara Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 She was lucky to have found you. Quote "To err is human, to forgive, canine" Audrey, Nova, Cosmo and Holden in NY - Darius and Asia you are both irreplaceable and will be forever in my heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 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...
GreyKarma Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I am so sorry you lost your girl, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Quote CAROL & Molleigh (Queen Molly)My Angel Girl (Slippy's Molly) ~ Thank you for sending me your namesake ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GiJenn51 Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Oh no! I'm so very sorry about Nelly. God speed little one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Oh Steph, I am so very sorry to read this. I remember when you found Nellie in the road. You gave Nellie a beautiful life filled with so much love and care. You rescued her and she loved you both in return. She will always hold a special place in your hearts. Whistler and Nellie are together at the bridge, waiting until... Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 I remember her finding you, or you finding her What a ride that was! Take comfort in the life you gave her--had you not found her on the highway that day, she would have died then. You gave her many good years. Sending my sympathy. I know how you feel Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TheFullHouse Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Oh I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart broke when I saw the title in H&M. Godspeed sweet baby. 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...
Mystella Posted October 6, 2008 Share Posted October 6, 2008 Oh Steph I am so sorry, has it really been that long (and that short) already? I remember Nelly 'coming home' and how shocked we all were with the puppy count - 9 !!!! We will see you later Mama Quote Take the time to stop and smell the flowers - appreciate your everyday ordinary miracles Carolyn, Faith, Jeff Gordon (aka Jeffy) and Oscar the chilla. Desperately missing our Stella, we'll see you later sweet girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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