Guest Scouts_mom Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 (edited) My Tia, my beautiful fawn girl, the princess who ruled the house with a velvet paw left us just before Christmas. She was over 14 years old and seemed to have lost her joy in life. She'd been having nerve trouble in her hind-quarters for several years and it had gotten to the point where the anti-inflamitories, pain medicines and accupunture were just not doing the job. Tia came to me as a very young 2-year old. She was terrified of the world and most particularly strange dogs, but somehow she knew to trust my first greyhound Scout. Scout made it clear that she wanted Tia (MPS Miss Smiley) as a sister so she came home with us. Tia grew to depend on Scout to know when she should be scared. They would walk side-by-side in front of me on our walks and as we approached anything new I would see Tia glance at Scout to see how she was reacting. If Scout was upset, Tia would get scared, but not much upset Scout so Tia learned to relax. Gradually Tia gained confidence and turned into a little imp. If there was something to get into, she would be in it. If it could be chewed, she would chew it (who knew that wall board tasted good?). If there was anyway to escape the yard she would figure it out(she learned how to open the latch). And housebreaking was a nightmare! I came very close to giving her back several times but I hung in there and she blossomed into a lovely, loving girl. Tia and Scout were my team for screening homes for future greyhound pets and they loved it. Tia was convinced that we visited people just so they could give her some loving. (She did pee on a few people's rugs, but I learned it was the perfect test on whether they would be good owners--some we never heard from again (good riddance), others just cleaned it up and went on to be great grey owners.) When Scout was taken from us by bone cancer, Tia was lost. So I brought home Lizzy, who was only able to stay with us for a year, and then my white and brindle broodmama, Mindy, came home. Mindy is a timid girl and roles reversed! Tia now had to be the leader and show Mindy what was safe and what to worry about. Tia stepped into the role with dignity and grace and took good care of her new sister. The timid lost little girl was long gone. Tia knew what she wanted and deserved and she knew how to make sure she would get it. When she wanted to play, she would stamp her feet at me and then run to get a stuffie and toss it. Then stamp, grab and toss again, inviting me to join in, which of course I did. And she knew she was entitled to the section of the couch that she wanted. If another dog, cat or person was in her spot she would stand by them and glare. If they didn't immediately move, she would find me and bark until the unresponsive one was moved. When she was young, she loved to run and would always be leading the pack of her fellow greyhounds. As she grew older, she gracefully settled into the role of spectator and chaparone, cheering on the runners and in the midst of whatever was going on. Tia was always there for me. She and Scout helped me recover from a major illness and fight depression over the years. She always knew when I needed chearing up and when I needed a cuddling dog next to me. Tia was my friend. Tia has an album here: Greytalk> Gallery> Members Gallery> tia Edited January 2, 2010 by Scouts_mom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 (edited) My deepest sympathy. I am so sorry. A lovely tribute for a lovely lady. Edited January 2, 2010 by racindog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 I am sorry. Tia, what a beautiful girl. So glad she helped you in your time of need and you helped her in her time of need. A great balancing act! She is running at full speed now with no aches or pain. Bless you Tia! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SkinnyLegDogLover Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 Sounds like Tia had a greyt life full of love. Sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 Sending my sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 I'm so sorry. No consolation, I know, but it sounds like she had the perfect life with you. Godspeed, lovely girl. 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...
TheFullHouse Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss. Your girl sounds like she blossomed under your care. What a lucky girl to have found you. Godspeed sweetie. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytluck Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss. You wrote such a lovely tribute to your beautiful girl. Run Free Tia. Quote Hobbes-Ricard Hatch09/23/99-12/21/09 Always loved, never forgotten. Wally TNJ Boy Howdy, GLS Genuinerisk Corinna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fourofem Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 Twelve good years with you...what a lucky girl she was. I am so sorry. Your tribute was lovely. Quote Blair, Stella (DND Heather), Lizzie (M's Deadra), Hitch (Hallo Dominant) and House (Mac's Dr. House) Missing my handsome men Lewis (Vs Lowrider) - 11/11/01 - 3/11/09, Kevin (Dakota's Hi Five) - 1/1/06 - 4/18/11 and my cat, Sparkle Baby - ??/??/96 - 4/23/11 "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is, in fact, the most precious and valuable possession of mankind." (Theodorus Gaza) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gingergrey Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I am so sorry for the loss of Tia. Godspeed sweet Tia, Run like the wind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Houndtime Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Tia. She enjoyed a good, long life with you. 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...
45MPHK9 Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 we are very sorry for your loss. what a great tribute to your girl. Quote Tricia with Kyle, our senior mutt dog Always missing Murray Maldives, Bee Wiseman, River, Hopper, Kaia, and Holly Oaks Holly“You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.“ -Bob Dylan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 3greysinPA Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 God Speed to the Bridge Tia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jade1046 Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I'm so very sorry for your loss. Godspeed beautiful Tia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Spencers_Greyt Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss of Tia!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Run free sweet baby girl. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Beautiful tribute for a very beautiful princess, Tia. I am so sorry for your loss. 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...
Beckylpa Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I am so sorry for your loss. Tia sounds like she was a wonderful part of your family for many years. You were there for each other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MandysMom Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Tia. 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...
rycezmom Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 Even when you feel like your heart has shattered with the loss of your precious Tia, she is there in your heart, holding it together with memories. We share your loss.... L. 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...
GreyPoopon Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Tia. 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...
BertnLil Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I'm so very 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...
greypuppyluv Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful princess. 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 lynne893 Posted January 3, 2010 Share Posted January 3, 2010 What a beauty and a soulmate. I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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