Guest RynnAndLyra Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 Oh EmbersDad, I remember reading about your girl and how you sadly lost her. I will check her out on YouTube at home (blocked here at work). I'm so sorry for your loss. The Mickey d's sounds like a great idea for after chemo. My Sterls LOVES food. I have two Greyhounds now at the bridge - one, Tant, I had to make the decision to send there as he was dying from cancer of the spleen. Britta, after splaying on the Pergo, developed a blood clot that went to her heart and killed her right in front of me at 11:30 at night. I thought it would be easier if I didn't have to make the decision to send her to the bridge. It wasn't any easier. Any time we lose them - it is awful. I'm hoping Rynn and Lyra will be gentle with Sterling after surgery. Lyra loves to torment him by stealing his rawhides. She will whine until he gets up and leaves his couch - then she takes them. It is a game they play together! I'm hoping for a quick recovery. MorganKonaAlex - I'm so sorry for the loss of both Morgan and Alex. I'm scared too - that once we do this - it will have already thrown to the lungs and it just didn't show up on the x ray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 Wow! Fast and fabulous responses from OSU already!! That's great! Y'know, we've already talked about this, but your boy IS such a big strong fella that if anyone has the sheer internal strength, he does. Plus, as you've mentioned, he's already learned to be a tripod pretty much, so he'll just be free of that painful weight, soon. : 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...
Guest argolola Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 I have your sweet boy on my prayer list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytpups Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 Sending lots of wishes for an uneventful surgery and speedy recovery. Sending lots of wishes for an uneventful surgery and speedy recovery. 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...
GreyPoopon Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 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...
MandysMom Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Sending prayers for Sterling. 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 greymama002 Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 for your sweet Sterling that all goes well with his surgery and recovery. He sounds full of strength and determination to live life to the fullest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 I am so very sorry!!!! 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...
Bevd Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Lots of good thoughts being sent from here. Darcy in particular sends Sterling a hop and a three paws up (19 months and 11 days post amp for osteo) 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...
Guest MorganKonaAlex Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 MorganKonaAlex - I'm so sorry for the loss of both Morgan and Alex. I'm scared too - that once we do this - it will have already thrown to the lungs and it just didn't show up on the x ray. That's a possibility. Unfortunately, there is just no way to know. You give them a chance and hope the cancer hasn't spread. Kris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Winslowsmom Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 (edited) Winslow sends his best wishes for a quick recovery! Edited May 27, 2009 by Winslowsmom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RynnAndLyra Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Thank you everyone. I actually wish it was today. He is really having a hard time getting around with the leg as of yesterday. This morning he didn't even come upstairs for treat-e-treats. I had to take them to him in the den. That just never happens. I'm working from home tomorrow and am so lucky that my vet is 1/2 block from my house. So as soon as he is ready to do the surgery - I will drive him the short drive up to Dr. Bill's office. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bigbrindlebunny Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Just sending our prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Keeping Sterling in my prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Merann, we're right here with you, along with our tripods (or nearly tripods, like Wabi). Get some rest when you can. Call any time for any thing. 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...
Guest KyGrey Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Sending prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Thinking of you and Sterling and sending all manners of healing thoughts your way. 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...
duncan41 Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Merann, will be praying non-stop for you and that handsome hunk Sterling. Oh, and Dr. Couto says that greyhounds are born with three legs and a spare. Use the OSU resource as much as you can; they are wonderful there! Angels, I tell you! They are angels! GT ain't too shabby either. You will have tons of support and prayers like you wouldn't believe. It's such a comfort knowing that there is always someone willing to listen to you and understands exactly what you are going through. Quote Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest EmbersDad Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Merann, will be praying non-stop for you and that handsome hunk Sterling. Oh, and Dr. Couto says that greyhounds are born with three legs and a spare. Use the OSU resource as much as you can; they are wonderful there! Angels, I tell you! They are angels! GT ain't too shabby either. You will have tons of support and prayers like you wouldn't believe. It's such a comfort knowing that there is always someone willing to listen to you and understands exactly what you are going through. i agree. OSU was there for us when ember got osteo, and the best people on the planet, this board, was there for me when ember passed. i live alone and had nobody to share my grief with so i dumped it all out here for everyone to see and everyone rallied behind me and helped me thru. i love them all and will never forget what they did for me :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Merann sending out some extra hugs for you tonight. I know this has to be hard, knowing Sterling's surgery is tomorrow. Prayers and positive healing vibes for your boy. Remember, one day at a time. Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryJane Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I just wanted to say good luck with everything tomorrow and I hope that the surgery goes well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Holding vigil here with the rest of your GT family .... 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...
Guest RynnAndLyra Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I think the waiting is the worst. My dog is hungry. It is now 11:00 am and Dr. Bill still has not called for him. Just went to the drug store to pick up the Aminocaproic Acid that OSU recommended to help with bleeding. He gets one tablet every 8 hours for 5 days. So that means 3:00 am pill times!!! I took the handwritten script I just got from Dr. Bill for the Fentanyl Patch. They wouldn't give it to me - geeze. So now I have to go back and pick it up later. Sterls has been so affectionate this morning - giving me lots of kisses. I know he wonders where his breakfast and now lunch is!!! This is just the longest day of my life!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest trevdog Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Sending lots of prayers and good thoughts....yes waiting is so stressful...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xan Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 If he was going in at noon, he's been in for a half hour ........ Not that I'm watching the second hand move, or anything..... 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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