Guest TheUnrulyHound Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 (edited) on Sunday, July 18th, GALT received Braden, who was found abandoned a few miles from the same home where the 28 dogs were seized the previous week. Although Braden was picked up by FWAC on Wednesday, he was not released to GALT until Sunday because of Ft. Worth Code of Law. While Ella, and the initial group of 8 dogs GALT received, are all making slight progress regarding their health conditions, Braden was not as fortunate. Braden was taken on Sunday directly from FWAC to the Emergency Animal Hospital of Collin County. He was in very fragile condition with elevated liver and kidney values, as well as massively infested with ticks. During the next 36 hours Braden received blood plasma as well as one unit of whole blood, along with fluids infused with broad spectrum antibiotics. Tuesday he was evaluated by Dr. Doug Bronstad of the Animal Diagnostic Clinic in Plano. He was in kidney failure exacerbated by his dire medical condition due to acute malnourishment and exposure plus epic external and internal parasite infestation. Braden was released from his pain and suffering last evening with loving friends surrounding him, the only family he ever knew. GALT stands committed to assist with changes that must be made in the Ft. Worth Code of Law regarding the 72 hour release policy - and this will be done in memory of Braden---his death will not be in vain. The outpouring of care, concern and love expressed by so many across the US is a testament to the solidarity and generosity of the greyhound community. GALT wants to thank every volunteer, foster, donor, fundraiser and supporting adoption group for coming to the aid of all the FWAC hounds. Words can not express our gratitude for what you are doing for these special greyhounds. Run Free Beautiful Boy Light a candle for Braden..... Edited July 21, 2010 by TheUnrulyHound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoomDoggy Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Poor sweet boy. 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...
sweetdogs Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Godspeed sweet boy - godspeed & be at peace. 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...
gazehund Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Rest well sweet boy. All humans are not bad, though you were let down by them in the worst possible way. I am so sorry. You deserved better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gert Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Godspeed, Braden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 :cry1 Have to get out of this thread NOW, before I lose it... just wanted to pay my respects. Thank you Holly and GALT for the magnificent, compassionate work you're doing. Thank you thank you thank you. Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 I'm so sorry. I had so hoped he would make it. Godspeed, Braden. 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...
sabrina Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 oh i was so hoping he make it. well he did in a way & now he is some place where he can never be mistreated again. Sweet Braden Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jade1046 Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Just a baby .... there are no words. Godspeed sweet angel Braden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Great post for a real sweetheart of a pup. I wish he had more time with caring people. As said before, big thank you's to all the volunteer's and groups helping out in this effort. Run free sweet Braden. Quote Doe's Bruciebaby Doe's Bumper Derek Follow my Ironman journeys and life with dogs, cats and busy kids: A long road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 God speed to you baby boy, I hope to God you realized you were loved and people did care 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...
fsugrad Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Oh, my. I am so sorry that Braden didn't make it. Beautiful boy, now a beautiful angel. Run pain free at the Bridge, sweet boy. 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...
EnzaFerrari Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 this breaks my heart...run free little man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VinnieAndRexsMom Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Beautiful boy. I love the stripey boys. Godspeed Braden... Quote Tonya, mom to May, and my angels Vinnie, Rex, Red, Chase, and Jake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasgreys Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Godspeed, little man - sweet dreams! My love will fly to you each night on angel's wings... Dixie Chicks - Godspeed Quote Lin, with Nick the Greyhound Missing my girls Nadia, Tallulah, Cinderella, and my heart-dog Alexa, and my precious boys Twister, Loki, and Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mdituro Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Braden: You were loved by many who never even had the pleasure of meeting you "in person". We hoped & prayed for your recovery but it was just too late. Godspeed, sweet Braden, run pain free forever! Your passing will not be in vain. Mary Ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 That is so sad. I am sorry you didn't get a chance at a couch you so deserved. Run free Braden, run free... Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneGTS Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 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 barkdogs Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Oh how horribly tragic. Rest in peace, dear sweet boy. I am sorry that so many of our species are so cruel and brutal and stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 RIP sweet pea.....we all loved you and wanted so badly for you to have survived. God had other plans and needed another grey angel to lay by his feet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest multigrey Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 There are no words, beautiful boy......I know you felt the love being sent to you by so many across the country. Godspeed, Braden.....run fast and proud. You will not be forgotten,. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 my heart is breaking for the loss of such a young, sweet pup as Braden, who never got to really know how kind humans can be, only how cruel. I'm glad he at least got a couple days of loving care. :sad1 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 For just a brief period of time, baby, you knew what love really is. I am so sorry that it could not have been longer. Godspeed dear Braden You will be remembered. 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...
5blackgreys Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Run free Braden...you deserved better. Quote , Phoenix, Okie, Casey, and Ellie the Galga; with Aggie, Alexa, Bear,Cody, Gianni V., Missy B, Babette, Bernice, and BooBoo at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redlady Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Heart is breaking. Thanks to all that helped make this baby's last hours better than his first years. RIP sweet boy. Run pain and heart break free. Quote "Speak your mind - even if your voice shakes" - Maggie Kuhn "It's better to be hated for who you are, than loved for who you are not" - Unknown "Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning, the devil says "Oh Crap. She's up." - Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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