onrushpam Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Isaac went peacefully to the Rainbow Bridge yesterday. Three years ago, we were told he had only weeks to live when he was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. He also survived a couple bouts with oral squamous cell carcinoma in the interim. Several days ago he started limping on his left front. We couldn't see or feel anything obvious and then Friday night as he was walking to the bedroom, we noticed a large, hard lump on the front of his shoulder. It could only be one thing... Isaac was our second greyhound, an AKC hound from Long Island, NY who arrived in our household at 11 weeks of age. He was a half and half with racing blood and AKC dogs in his lineage. We were looking for a show dog that could course as well. He earned his breed championship and was Best of Winners at the GCA National Specialty in 1997. He was also a beautiful courser, so long as there were no otherdogs on the field. He interfered mercilessly and was relegated to being a test dog only. But he looked good doing it. He was also well trained in obedience and kind of trained in agility but never formally competed. If any of you have seen (or have the chance to see) the Animal Planet "Breed All About It" on greyhounds, the show opens with a nekkid black dog running across an expanse of green grass. The narrator says something like "Greyhounds have been running for a thousand years". That black dog is Isaac... it was his 5 seconds of fame! (That program was filmed in 1997, when Isaac was 2 years old). Isaac was such a funny dog... He had such a strong personality. He LOVED to bake himself in the sun and to roll around in the grass. He loved ice cream, grapefruit and fish above all else. He knew the sound of a spoon hitting the bottom of a bowl of ice cream and would come begging to lick the bowl. He knew the sound of grapefruit being sectioned on the cutting board and would come sit and wait for his piece. He loved fish most of all. Friday night, before we discovered his big lump, we went to dinner at our favorite local seafood place. I brought a grouper filet home for him. He snarfed it down, mixed with some kibble that had been ground up in the food processor. He told me he LOVED his fish dinner!! I'm so glad he had a great last meal. Isaac did everything with exuberance. We will miss our goofy boy, but trust that he waits for us with the growing Onrush pack at the Bridge. Quote Pam GPA-Tallahassee/Southeastern Greyhound Adoption "Fate is unalterable only in the sense that given a cause, a certain result must follow, but no cause is inevitable in itself, and man can shape his world if he does not resign himself to ignorance." Pearl S. Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so sorry. 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...
MandysMom Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so sorry. What a handsome boy. I remember seeing that scene on Breed All About It. Godspeed Isaac. 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...
Houndtime Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I am so sorry. I do hate cancer. 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...
robinw Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so sorry, Pam Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm sorry to hear. I know you love him very much. What a gorgeous guy! Sending my sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so very sorry, Pam!! :cry1 what a handsome boy Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KyGrey Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Oh Pam, I am so very sorry - stunning boy, and I do remember his shot on the Animal Planet show Run with the Angels sweet Isaac, you are with some of the very very best - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I am so very sorry!!!!! Run Free Isaac 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...
Cully Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Run free sweet baby. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm sorry, Pam. Godspeed, beloved Isaac. 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...
Rickiesmom Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Your boy must now be learning the delights of being Gravity-free. My heart goes out to you at the loss of such a wonderful boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 (edited) I'm so sorry. I was just reading your post about him in the thread for the Suzy Awards. God speed handsome, now you run with all our Angels. Edited June 22, 2009 by cbudshome 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 PiagetsMom Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Isaac was a beautiful boy......I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KennelMom Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so sorry Pam Isaac was an amazing greyhound... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I am so very sorry Pam. As I was reading your tribute, I remembered other posts about Isaac and it struck me what a wonderful life he had. Godspeed Isaac 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...
Guest nerak254 Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so sorry. He was a magnificent looking grey. Godspeed Isaac. 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...
Guest ss556 Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 What a stunning boy. I'm so sorry for your loss. Run free Isaac. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greypuppyluv Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so sorry for the loss of your handsome boy. Quote Paula & her pups--Paneer (WW Outlook Ladd), Kira & Rhett (the whippets)Forever in my heart...Tinsel (Born's Bounder - 11/9/90-12/18/01), Piper, Chevy, Keno, Zuma, Little One, Phaelin & WinnieGreyhound Adoption Center ~ So Cal rep for Whippet Rescue And Placement For beautiful beaded collars, check out my Facebook page: The Swanky Hound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Spencers_Greyt Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so sorry! Issac was a very handsome boy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm so sorry 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...
Guest Gingergrey Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Run free Isaac. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I am sorry to hear that he has passed; a beautiful, well loved boy, for sure. Godspeed, Isaac.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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