greyhndz Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 (edited) Susie made an unplanned journey to the Bridge on Saturday. A freak accident resulted in injuries from which Susie could not recover without great pain and duress, and her loving mum, Nancy, did what she knew in her heart was right, and set Susie free. As Nancy said (with a smile in her heart), the first thing Susie probably did when she reached the Bridge was hop up and down and chatter her 2 remaining teeth, demanding to be fed. Susie spent most of her life on a breeding farm before, at age 11, she reached Grey Haven and Marilyn. Exactly one year ago yesterday, Susie arrived up here in NH after spending 10 days with Nancy and Don in DE. By the time she made it up here, she had a huge dowry of martingales and leashes, toys and, cookies. I adored Susie, and all of her quirks. She burrowed deep into my heart, and will never leave. But over the months, I came to feel that Susie was not as happy here as I wanted her to be. A dignified girl who'd spent her life in isolation, Susie was an independent, strong-willed gal who wanted to "do it myself, thank you". And she never seemed to feel comfortable amidst the dynamics of my pack. After 8 months, and with a heavy heart, Marilyn, Nancy and I felt that Susie deserved a chance to live the peaceful, stress-free life she deserved, without the fears that she seemed to be developing in our home. Nancy and DH Don immediately opened up their hearts and home to Susie, and many tears later, Susie went home with them to DE in May. So she was finally home, with less stress, a smaller pack, and a quieter lifestyle. Nancy and I "co-parented", so Susie continued to have 2 mommies (and 1 daddy) who treasured her, and would do anything in the world to keep her feeling secure and content. But sometimes, things happen that cannot be predicted, and despite every precaution, and every accommodation made to let Susie feel safe, a tragic accident occurred. And as Nancy, Don and I had come to know so well, Susie did not want to be handled, or taken to the vet, or have anyone trying to restrict her in any way. Nancy knew that the intervention needed for Susie to recover from her injuries would make Susie tremendously stressed and unhappy, and she knew so well what Susie would want: her freedom. A very kind vet came out to Nancy's house right after the accident, and set her free to join her housemate, new angel Kami, in their ultimate safe haven. Susie leaves behind many broken hearts, most especially Nancy and Don's, mine, Marilyn's, and anyone who had ever been touched by Susie's courage and spark, her funny "Susie-isms" that made her so unique, her hops and chatters while she waited impatiently to be fed, her 5am wakeup calls, and her insistence at doing it "my way". She is survived by her sister, Mandy, who is thriving in FLA; and many of her kids who have found their forever homes through Marilyn. "Tootie", our lives are richer for having known and loved you... Edited September 21, 2009 by houndznigz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ashley Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Run with the angels, beautiful princess Tootie. You will be missed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurie Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Quote Laurie **& Angels Emily, Beatrice, Okie, Rhemus ,Vixen, and Rose-always in my heart** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Spencers_Greyt Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 So sad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greyglo Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I'm so very sorry. Thoughts are with all who loved Susie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ArtoftheGryhnd Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 So sorry for your loss... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 God speed beautiful girl and please watch over all 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 TBSFlame Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all that love Susie. Godspeed Sweetheart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so sorry for the loss of such a quirky and independent gal. 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 ss556 Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so very sorry. Run free sweetheart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 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...
Burpdog Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Grace sends her sympathy on the loss of her Aunt Susie, but she knows she is running like the wind and she'll see her one day. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bevd Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I'm very sorry Night night sweetie 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...
nyGreys Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 So sad. I'm so very sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest redreed Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Godspeed Susie, run free sweetie!! Sending my sympathies to the many who loved her - sounds like she was quite a girl!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 What a precious girl, I am so sorry. Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I'm sorry. My sympathies to all who knew and loved her. Godspeed Susie. 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 GriffinsMom Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I'm so sorry for the loss of your darling girl. Godspeed to the Bridge Susie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawthorn Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 My sympathy to all who love her - rest in peace, Susie. Quote When a relationship of love is disrupted, the relationship does not cease. The love continues; therefore, the relationship continues. The work of grief is to reconcile and redeem life to a different love relationship. ~ W Scott Lineberry Always Greyhounds Home Boarding and Greyhounds With Love House Sitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Rest well Susie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 How sad, 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...
macoduck Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 It's a special dog that fills the hearts in more than one home. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrentsMom Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 It took 11 years for you to find the love you SO deserved. In the end, you were VERY much loved, claiming the hearts of many. Run free with no worries or fears. Run at peace, SWEET girl........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Oh, I am so sorry for the loss of this beautiful girl, who came to be loved by so many. 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...
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