Houndmom Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 (edited) On Friday, May 29th, I had to say farewell to my beloved Merlin (aka One Headlight). His tumor had grown at least 5x the size since it was diagnosed at the end of March and due to his age,and location of the growth, there was no way I was going to subject him to surgery. My heart is broken right now and no matter how many times you go through this it is never easy to say goodbye. Merlin was a spooky boy who was in foster care for a while before coming to live with me. I have always had a laugh at his racing name, One Headlight, because he was a nutty guy who I swear had multiple personalities. Sometimes the light switch was on, sometimes it was off. He was the softest greyhound I have ever known with amazing bunny fur, soulful eyeliner eyes and a way about him that everyone loved. Regardless of his quirky nature he was an awesome companion, loving, gentle and entertaining in his own strange way. He never did anything wrong and I am thankful to have had the opportunity to have this wonderful greyhound in my life. In the photo he is the white greyhound. Willow has always been the mother hen of the group and she was definitely feeling the loss this weekend, along with knowing her mommy was so sad. I know they will be fine but I always make sure to be conscious of how a loss affects the other pets as well as myself. I know the sadness will pass with time and my choice was the right one for his quality of life as the affects of the cancer were really starting to manifest in him. My silly boy is now at peace and I have many fond memories of him. Farewell Merlin....mommy misses you very much. Marina (Willow and Trace) Edited June 1, 2009 by Houndmom Quote Willow & Trace Butch (11/94 - 7/16/08) Hayley (11/96 - 1/13/09) Merlin (11/12/95 - 5/29/09) GPA - Central New Hampshire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Such a beautiful boy. How lucky you were to have each other for so long. I feel your heartache. I am so sorry. Run Free beautiful boy. 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...
GreyTzu Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I am so sorry for your loss. 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...
nyGreys Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest nerak254 Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I am so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm so sorry for your loss. Merlin was a beautiful boy & sounds like he was fun to live with. Godspeed Merlin! 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 metoman Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Merlin sure was a beautiful boy. No doubt he was named for the Wallflower's song "One Headlight". RIP sweet boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KennelMom Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest redreed Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm so very sorry!!!!! He was such a handsome boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I am so sorry it was his time to leave, must be a very important job waiting for him. Merlin, God speed handsome, and run with all our Angels. 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...
Guest ss556 Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Such a sweet handsome looker. I'm so very sorry. Run free Merlin. You were loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Merlin was a beautiful boy.......I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Burpdog Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Sending my sympathy You've had your share this past year Run like the wind sweet boy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Merlin. Run free at the Bridge, sweetheart. Quote Rita, mom to Dakota (Dakotas Dream) & Wish (Kiowa Wish Wish) and my angels Toby (Sol Marcus) and Robin (Greys Robin Hood) Forever missing our beloved Robin and Toby "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rycezmom Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm so sorry that you have had to say goodbye to this remarkable hound. We share our hopes that your heart heals with time. Quote The more I see of man, the more I like dogs. ~Mme. de Staël Missing my Bridge Angels Ryce, Bo, Jim, Miss Millie, Miss Rose, Gustopher P Jones (Pimpmaster G), Miss Isabella and Miss Star Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I am so sorry Godspeed Handsome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KyGrey Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Merlin. 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...
grey14me Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet Merlin 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...
carronstar Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Godspeed sweet Merlin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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ozgirl2 Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 Marina - I'm so sorry Merlin had to leave you... Hugs... Quote Jeannine with Merlin, the crazed tabby cat and his sister, Jasmine, the brat-cat With Angel Cody(Roving Gemini), and Weenie the tortie waiting at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 My deepest sympathy. Run free & happy Merlin! .....with One Headlight! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted June 1, 2009 Share Posted June 1, 2009 I'm so, so sorry. :f_white Quote Pam with Sockem the GH, Birdie the JRT, Osorno the chocolate lab, and Shelby the shepherd mix. Missing Clarice (1991-2007) and Lily (2004-2012), always in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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