sobesmom Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 Sobe left this life yesterday. He was not quite 9 years old. We adopted him when he was 5. Sobe was our very first greyhound. I adopted him at a time in my life when my baby was getting grown up - and I "thought" I needed another baby to fill a void. Sobe was that baby. Sobe was a mess. I didn't know it then, but now that we've had 14 fosters through this house - I've realized that Sobe was almost an "unadoptable dog". Sleep aggression - space aggression - food aggression -fear - horrible seperation anxiety. The dog was a basket case. But - we worked through most of it - dealt with the rest of it. And the whole time - he was the sweetest, most loving dog ever. But - he was also a one-woman guy. He was MY boy. My baby. And - the smartest,naughtiest greyhoud ever. He could open the fridge. We had to put baby-safety-latches on it. He learned to open the microwave- we quit storing bread there. He could open the oven. The pantry cupboard - he opened. And a trashcan - forget it - the trashcan hasn't been invented that he couldn't open. And - he was my snuggle-boy ... after a year that it took him to not freak out at night, he slept in our bed every night. And when I ruptured 2 disks in my back and laid on the floor for 5 days - he layed right beside me. Nobody could make him get up to eat, or go outside. He woudln't leave me. I had to make him go out, and eat. He just wouldn't leave me. Sobe was the screwiest greyhound I've ever met - and the most amazing - most devoted, most loving dog I've ever had the pleasure to know. I've been blessed to have Sobe in my life. I'm so... so sad that he's gone. I miss him SOOOOO much. But I have to smile - he was the best dog ever. And our lives were richer - because we had each other. "Don't cry because it's over....smile because it happened"...Dr. Seus (a GT'er sent me that) An amazing dog is gone - but more importantly - and amazing dog LIVED! I'm crying and smiling at the same time. Rest in Peace my beloved baby-boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 A life well lived and well loved. Rest well Sobe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Flysmom Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I am so very sorry!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisyDoodle Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 (edited) Huge hugs. ETA the wrong emoti popped up. Edited March 5, 2010 by DaisyDoodle Quote DonnaMolly the Border Collie & Poquita the American-born Podenga Bridge Babies: Daisy (Positive Delta) 8/7/2000 - 4/6/2115, Agnes--angel Sage's baby (Regall Rosario) 11/12/01 - 12/18/13, Lucky the mix (Found, w 10 puppies 8/96-Bridge 7/28/11, app. age 16) & CoCo (Cosmo Comet) 12/28/89-5/4/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhounds1234 Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm so sorry. The 'special' ones are just that, special. What a good life he must have had with you. Quote Mom to BridgeGreys~~STORM 07/99-02/08/11, VICKI 12/15/00-01/12/11, BAY 02/00-10/25/10 and CASHEW 10/99-2/23/10 and cats ~~ IRISH, MUMBLES, MUFFIN, TJ, PUNKIN and Bridge cats SARAH (07/29/97-07/07/06) and BRIE (04/11/96-01/22/12) a very lively Whippet, OLIVIA and JAKE, the Iggy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Audeamus Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm so very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sambuca Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvhounds2 Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss. He was lucky to have found you - at least he wasn't "bounced" all over with his issues. Quote Barb, Mom to Grey's Tickertape & Grey's McCarthy.Always missing: Wizzie and Desi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamngrey Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 bless you for never giving up on him. Im sorry for your loss Quote Cassie: Pikes Clara Bell Swoop: My Man Swoop BRIDGE ANGELS Psi:WD'S Aleford 3/17/00-4/25/10 Snowman: Gable Snowman 1/9/96-2/14/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Shana Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 "Don't cry because it's over....smile because it happened"...Dr. Seus (a GT'er sent me that) An amazing dog is gone - but more importantly - and amazing dog LIVED! Okay, wow tears in my eyes. I rarely read this forum, and I have never dealt with the death of a pet personally, so I can't really say I can relate to a whole lot. But those two lines are absolutely beautiful. I am sorry for your loss. He was perfect for you, and you gave him a wonderful life. You two must have had a beautiful time together. Run Free Sobe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lovemyhounds Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 After reading your tribute to Sobe...I am crying and smiling right with you. I am very sorry for your loss but I am very happy that you got to share your life with Sobe. You never gave up on him and for that you were truly rewarded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msjpk Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 So sorry for your loss-it is never easy. Your tribute to Sobe is comforting. You are a good mom. He was given the best home. Take care and Lou sends you hugs and kisses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneGTS Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss.. Quote Anne, Sasha & Tapas. Spriet (2002-2015), Tibbie (2000-2015) and Gunda (1996-2009) www.sighthoundgoodies.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greybookends Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I am so glad you found each other, both of your lives were enriched by the love you had for each other. Most people only read about this kind of a relationship but never are privileged to experience it first hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 (edited) Celebrating his Life and not his Death. Sobe was special Edited March 5, 2010 by IrskasMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest hannahmom Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 Once you have known the love of a special animal, they never truly leave you. Sobe will be with you forever. Godspeed sweet boy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BleuDog Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 Run with our Spirit Hounds....they will show you how to spread those Angel Wings and FLY!!!!!! and.....watch down on Your Mom....you are now Her Very Special Bright Star!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I am so sorry for the passing of an amazing companion. I too am smiling and crying with you. Run with the angels sweet Sobe, you are with some of the very very best ~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 4rooers Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 Sounds like you were meant for each other. Sobe had a greyt life, thanks to you. Run with the wind, sweet boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 Oh no! I;m so sorry for your loss. Sobe was a very, very special guy 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 greyt2love Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 Sounds like the most special hound was sent to the best mom he could have ! I'm so sorry for your loss. Run free, Sobe !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest redreed Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 (edited) One of the most amazing tributes I've ever read... How blessed you both have been. I'm so sorry that he left you so soon. Run free Sobe, Godspeed. Edited March 5, 2010 by redreed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 What a beautiful and thoughtful tribute to Sobe. It sounds as tho he prepared you to manage whatever came along with your *14* fosters, way to go . Thank you, Sobe. (I love the refrigerator story.) Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M Angels: Pal . Segugio. Sorella (TPGIT). LadyBug. Zeke-aroni. MiMi Sizzle Pants. Gracie. Seamie . (Foster)Sweet. Andy. PaddyALVIN!Mayhem. Bosco. Bruno. Dottie B. Trevor Double-Heart. Bea. Cletus, KLTO. Aiden 1-4. Upon reflection, our lives are often referenced in parts defined by the all-too-short lives of our dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest isntitgreyt Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I am so sorry for your loss. Run Free Sobe... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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