RobinM Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 In memory of Riley~ Jean, founder of the board CoG has lost her beloved Riley 3 days shy of his 11th birthday. “Indeed he did, live the life of Riley right up until the very end. In spite of living the first 3 years of his life on a greyhound farm that amputated his front leg for an unknown reason, Riley has a lust for life. He was my "zen" teacher, living only in the joy of every moment. If did not matter if it was a bully stick, a crumb on the floor, rolling on his back on the floor (Riley, party of 1!), endlessly squeeking his favorite stuffy, sitting and watching out the front door, life was an endless celebration. He battled severe IBD for over 10 months, doing everything I asked him to do; surgery, kibble, handfuls of horrible meds, flareups, recovery, slowly gaining precious weight. Meds for bladder stones, excision of hemangiosarcoma on his leg, never once did a day pass that his tail did not wag. Always a budge and a nudge, he was always in motion, in your space, he knew what he wanted and he asked for it! This year he finally hit the greyhound champion prize - he caught a bunny in the yard (I am always heartbroken when a rabbit does not make it out of the yard) however this rabbit seemed symbolic for Riley. Yesterday he had a wonderful day outside. Layed in the cool grass, stood in the kiddie pool, enjoyed watching everyone in the yard. The sudden inability of him to walk was terrifying. A trip to the emergency vet was that he likely had a blood clot in his leg which was causing him pain and numbness. He was unable to feel his foot on the floor. Maybe a younger, 4 legged dog who was not underweight and on so many meds might have had a chance at treatment. Riley was not that candidate. Sunday evening, three days short of his 11th birthday, my brindle boy left his broken body. Thank you Jackie and Joy, for sending me the opportunity to be a part of Riley's life, he is my hero.” Love, Jean and Kid Mercury ~ Hoppy ~ Selene ~ Riley ~ on winged feet, they run with angels God Speed Sweet Riley, you have been such an inspiration to so many. You will be missed. Hugs to you, Jean- you are in my prayers. 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...
Guest KyGrey Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Godspeed Riley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I am so sorry. Riley sounds like such an inspiration. 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...
Guest greytful4 Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Playing with my Kylie now.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Pipi5 Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I am so sorry... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 A very moving tribute. My deepest sympathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I am mostly a lurker on CoG and have the utmost respect for Jean's wisdom and empathy. My heartfelt sympathy to her at a deeply felt loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Spencers_Greyt Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I am so very sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I'm so sorry for Jean's loss. I remember when she got Riley. He sounds like he was such a happy boy. Godspeed Riley! 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...
Guest greytchef Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 So sorry for you loss-the last gift we give is to let them go to the bridge to play, be healthy and wait for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greybookends Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jeannejj Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I am very sorry for your loss of Riley. Run free, sweet Riley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I am so sorry Rest in peace, Riley :f_white 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 May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 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...
nyGreys Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Riley. 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...
djsgreys Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 I am so very sorry. Riley proved to be a very special boy - godspeed Riley. Quote Deb, and da Croo In my heart always, my Bridge Angels - Macavity, Tila the wannabe, Dexter, CDN Cold Snap (Candy), PC Herode Boy, WZ Moody, Poco Zinny, EM's Scully, Lonsome Billy, Lucas, Hurry Hannah, Daisy (Apache Blitz), Sadie (Kickapoo Kara), USS Maxi, Sam's Attaboy, Crystal Souza, Gifted Suzy, Zena, and Jetlag who never made it home. http://www.northernskygreyhounds.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazygang Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Rest easy Riley..... For Jean and those that loved him Quote Run free our beloved Sir Snowy, Pip, Queenie, Sadie, Tess & Rosie until we meet again......I would rather feel the thorn than to never see the rose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Becki Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 Oh, I remember Riley and Jean (a wonderful person), though I haven't been on CoG for years. He was a very special dog. I'm so sorry. 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...
Guest Gingergrey Posted May 28, 2009 Share Posted May 28, 2009 He is playing with my Ginger now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest how888 Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 Godspeed Riley... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyt2love Posted May 29, 2009 Share Posted May 29, 2009 I am so sorry. Godspeed Riley! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.