Guest KennelMom Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I can not believe I am posting this. I left for a weekend of lure coursing in Atlanta on Saturday morning...everyone and everthing was fine until this morning, Ken called me at 8am to say that Bodhi was having difficulty breathing and his gums were pale. His back was a little hunched...my first thought was bloat, but he hadn't eaten since dinner the night before and had gone out on first turnout and seemed fine. I asked if I should come home and Ken said no, not yet. I think we both just thought he was going to have a big gas bubble or something. I mean, he hadn't skipped any meals and this was a dog that was perky and bouncing around Petsmart last Thursday. Friday night he was roaching like nobody's business. No sign of being off or sick. The rest of the day is kind of a blur...Ken called to say the vet was concerned but still not sure what was going on. They had him stable and were giving oxygen and letting him calm down so they could take more xrays. The first round were concerning, as his bronchials looked whiter than they should be. But, his heart looked good and no blockage in the trachea. Then Ken texted me to come home now. I called Ken who told me the vet had just downgraded Bodhi to "grave" - his white blood cell count was bottomed out and he was coughing up blood. Bodhi passed away while peacefully sedated at the vets. Bloodwork and nasal swabs are being sent to Cornell for diagnotics. The diagnosis we have now is "undetermined respiratory condition." To say we are in shock is an understatement. Thank God for Ken and my good friend Heather who is the only thing that kept me sane from Atlanta to SC. The vet was wonderful and must have spent at least an hour just talking with us and answering a bazillion questions. Coming off the loss of Harmony, neither of us are prepared for this. I just don't know how in the hell this happened. I pray Cornell can provide us an answer because young, healthy dogs are not supposed to die like this. And since it was a respiratory condition, we are obviously concerned for the rest of the pack as well. Though no one has shown any symptoms - not even Tater who came from the same racing kennel as Bodhi. This vet is knowledgeable about what makes greyhounds different and what their little quirks and concerns can be coming out of a racing career.... I'm sorry for rambling...I hope some of this makes sense. Please help me remember our Bodhi - the sweetest hound that was taken too soon. I'm thankful I've gotten to know him over the last couple months and that he got to spend a week in a loving home, being spoiled. I have no doubt that he loved every second of being here...it was obvious in the way he lapped the yard, roached when he napped, nuzzled us for lubs and shredded the stuffies. I am honored to have known him. Godspeed, sweet Bodhi...we loved you from the first moment we met you. Our time together was too short, but our love for you is without end. I just don't understand this at all :weep Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KyGrey Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Oh Heather and Ken, I am so sorry. I'm at a total loss for words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1229 Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Sorry for your loss, Isis left me Friday so she will be there to welcome Bodhi and they can play until we are all together again Quote Isis, Always in my Heart Bijou, My Sweetest Angel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WarmheartedPups Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I am so very sorry for your loss of sweet Bodhi.....the suddenness is difficult too.....My thoughts are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I am so sorry. I don't understand why some of them have to leave us so soon. 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 nerak254 Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I am really sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shirley44 Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Quote Miles October 4 2002-Novembre 19 2013 Mommy loves you big boy Tatum December 1 2004-January 23 2015 Love you Miss SiSi Bums Rowdy October 26 2001 -November 5 2015 Miss you Bébé Lou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 OMG - I am so sorry! I drooled over how gorgeous he was - I can't believe he's left you. Godspeed Bodhi! Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I am so very sorry for your loss. Godspeed Bodhi Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreytHoundPoet Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I am so, so sorry. Quote Masquerade Hounds & The Hounds of East Fairhaven & Ibizan Hound Club of the United States Member Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wonder Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I'm so sorry Quote Kari and the pups.Run free sweet Hana 9/21/08-9/12/10. Missing Sparks with every breath.Passion 10/16/02-5/25/17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysandmollie Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 OMG...I couldn't believe it when I saw this.....I am so terribly sorry for your very sudden loss..... Quote Donna and...Lucy and Chubb Rascal H 10/1/91-5/22/04 My best friend and Bounty Boon 1/23/99-6/25/07 My boy with the biggest heart Cody 7/28/99-8/1/13 My boy that always made me laugh and Dylan 5/12/04-12/29/2017 The sweetest boy ever Miss Mollie 1/1/99-1/30/15 and Pixie -10/10/2017 Lincoln -2/14/2021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greymama002 Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 How horribly sad and shocking! So sorry you had so little time with your beloved Bodhi! Run free sweet boy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FrostyBottoms Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I'm so sorry...that's scary how one minute they can be fine....then the next, they aren't.....we have to love them hard while they are here as I'm sure you did Bodhi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Bodhi. Quote Beverly. Missing my happy toy-flinging boy Sammy (Where's Mandrill), (8/12/2009-9/30-2021) Desperately missing my angel Mandy (BB's Luv) [7/1/2000 - 9/18/2012]. Always missing Meg the Dalmatian and Ralph Malph the Pekeapoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I don't understand. I thought there was some kind of mistake when I saw this post. You and your DH have my deepest sympathy. Godspeed, beautiful Bodhi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytgrandma Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Im so sorry for your sudden loss of sweet Bodhi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I am so sorry, what a shock. I can only imagine how you are feeling. God speed handsome, you knew you were loved and will always be loved. Run now with the Angels and please continue to watch over those who love you. 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...
ShantisMom Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 This proves again, life is not fair. I am so sorry! Quote The Girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 Oh no How shocking. I'm so sorry! :( :grouphug 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...
iluvgreys Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 OMG. Unreal... and incomprehensible. My heart goes out to you and Ken for this sudden loss of a youngster. I hope you find some answers. Godspeed, sweet Bodhi... Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I am so very sorry..... Ruyn Free Bodhi!!!! This is so shocking.... 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...
Guest CDNgreys Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 How awful. I'm very, very sorry. I do hope Cornell can come up with some answers for this tragedy. Love the first picture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 8_Greyt_Greys Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 I am so sorry for your loss. But i so glad he got to have a home and know what toys were and a yard. Our prayers our with you thru this hard time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted March 16, 2009 Share Posted March 16, 2009 OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG 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...
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