Guest bigorangedog Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Today my beloved Sly had a heart attack and died. He was playing with his bunny, came over to bop my hand with his head for pets, and did his wiggle dance to go outside. I put him out, came back to check Crisco who was just diagnosed with cancer in his spine, and went back out for Sly just 30 seconds later. He was down on his side, at first I thought he had laid down in the grass but he never does that. I ran out to him, he was struggling to breathe. I pried his mouth open but couldn't see anything choking him. I literally dragged him across the yard to the van. I am 100 lbs and he is 80, and I cannot lift him. I drove like a maniac to the vet, running red lights, but I could tell he had stopped breathing in the van. They couldn't bring him back. We've only had him 5 months. He was PERFECT. We loved him so much. He had finally found the family who would keep him forever and love him. Tanner, my heart, died in February after a hard battle with bone cancer. Annie, our little girl, was diagnosed with bone cancer days later and died in April. Abby, our schnauzer, started having seizures andwas diagnosed with a brain tumor. Eventually we couldn't control the seizures and she left us in August. On Friday we found the cancer in Crisco's spine. Crisco is my best friend, my soul. He has a month or two to live. We drove out to Michigan to get Sly after Tanner died because I needed someone to help get me through it. And Sly was wonderful. He made me smile even today, even while I sat by Crisco and tried to come to terms with the idea of losing him. Sly chattered his teeth, and poked me with his nose, and did his funny wiggly walk. He was irresistable. I thought that if I had Sly, I could get through losing Crisco. Now, I don't know how I will do it. If you read this in a book, you would think, "That's just too crazy -- that would never happen in real life." I wish I could wake up from this. It just can't possibly be real. I love you my little Sly dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kydie Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so sorry for your loss, one never knows what these pups went through before they came to us, you gave them a wonderful life, even if only for a short time, and they were happy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 We've only had him 5 months. He was PERFECT. We loved him so much. He had finally found the family who would keep him forever and love him. That is a very important point! I've said how many times: they stay as long as they need to, not as long as we want them to. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest oldNELLIE Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 That is too much for one family! I am sorry for your loss. I wish you and Crisco the best over the next few months and I hope you are able to find some peace in the days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so very sorry, and no matter how long they stay, it would never be long enough because of how much we love them. God speed Sly, knowing how very much you are loved 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 Energy11 Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 We've only had him 5 months. He was PERFECT. We loved him so much. He had finally found the family who would keep him forever and love him. That is a very important point! I've said how many times: they stay as long as they need to, not as long as we want them to. That is how it was with Dasher. He was only with us eight months, but he was happy. We soooo terribly sorry for all your losses, so so sorry, but, I am sure your babies were happy, very very happy, with you! Hugs from Dee and The Five Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so very very sorry for your loss and I know your pain. The only consolation I have from losing my Runner so suddenly is that he went doing what he loved the most and with me at his side and did not suffer - Sly knows he was so very loved that is the true gift you gave him. I know words seem so trite at the depths of the pain, just know we are with you. Run with the angels Sweet Sly you are with some of the very very best ~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Capslock Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Oh my goodness. I can't imagine what you are going through. If there's anything any of us can do for you, let us know. :f_red Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so sorry 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...
retiredracers Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I'm sorry about Sly and your other recent losses. I lost 4 dogs from July 2008 to March 2009. I know how you are feeling. Hugs to you. Quote Elphie, Kulee, Amanda, Harmony, Alex (hound mix), Phantom, Norbet, Willis (dsh), Autumn (Siamese) & Max (OSH) & mama rat, LaLa & baby Poppy! My bridge kids: Crooke & Mouse (always in my heart), Flake, Buzz, Snake, Prince (GSD), Justin & Gentry (Siamese), Belle (Aussie/Dalmatian mix), Rupert (amstaff) and Fred, Sirius, Severus, Albus, George, Hagrid, Hermione, Minerva, Marilyn, Wren, Molly, Luna, Tonks, Fleur, Ginny, Neville, Bill, Percy, Rose & Charlie (rats) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomDoggy Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Words fail me. I am so so sorry. Quote ~Aimee, with Flower, Alan, Queenie, & Spodee Odee! And forever in my heart: Tipper, Sissy, Chancy, Marla, Dazzle, Alimony, and Boo. This list is too damned long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Crying here, too I can't imagine what you're going through...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...
robinw Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so sorry. This is just so unfair 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...
Guest Gingergrey Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 So sorry for your loss. Rest peacefully sweet Sly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Spencers_Greyt Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I'm so very sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Oh I am so sorry. I opened this thread thinking it would be about your Crisco. What a terrible sudden loss of Sly. I wish you strength & peace in the days ahead. Godspeed Sly! 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...
fionasmom Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so sorry. It is not fair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BradyzMommy Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so sorry for your many losses. I cant even imagine...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 Oh no. I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest K9_Lady Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so very sorry. Hold them all tight in your Heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so very sorry for your losses. If it is any comfort, he died outside, in the sunshine, playing with the toys he loved. I am moved to tears by your post. 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...
Guest momofevie Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I wish I could say something to make you feel better. Thinking of you during this sad time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted September 21, 2009 Share Posted September 21, 2009 I am so very sorry. I don't have any answers. Only tremendous sympathy... Godspeed Sly. 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...
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