Guest LoveMyFrost Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 This is my first post here and it's a sad one. Frost is my 14-year-old boy, rescued in 2001. He ended his racing career in Corpus Christi and fortunately came into the possession of The Heart of Texas Greyhounds located in San Antonio. My husband and I were not in the market for a dog at all, but while at Pet Smart in Nov. 2001 doing research on a ferret (thank God that didn't work out) we met Frost (Snow Frost) at an adoption Meet N Greet. I fell in love immediately and we took our boy home. He has been the best pet/friend/child I could have ever imagined. He is my confidant and knows all my secrets and fears. We moved to the country about this time last year and Frost didn't adjust well. We didn't have room for "his chair" and so he and his partner in crime, Pup, took over our couches. We didn't have a good staircase leading outside yet and he had difficulty getting up and down the wobbly ones we had. We also didn't have a fenced yard so we had to go out on a leash for all our his "breaks" and even when he just wanted to go see what was going on outside. He hated the outdoors, so fortunately those little pop-outs weren't frequent. Frost is a professional couch potato, loving the inside A/C just like his Mommy. Over the last few months he has really started showing his age. He has developed a horrible limp which the vet is assuming is osteo. That doesn't keep him on the couch, however, and the constant up and down has really done on number on all his joints. His standing time has lessened quite a bit and his back legs will just shake him right down to the ground if he stands too long. There are other issues a little less appetizing for print, so I'll leave those out. I don't want to watch my baby decline any further. I can't. I don't want to come home to him trapped on the floor or couch with a broken leg or worse. He's scheduled for 4:45 p.m. CST. Please keep him and me in your prayers. I read on a different thread "Run free without pain". That has been what I've been telling him. Oh, and also there will be rivers of milk and fields of french fries. His two favorites. I love you dearly, my sweet Frost. And since you hate the outdoors so much, I will be bringing you home to stay with me...in the A/C. Thank you for this site. I don't know how long it might take me to get back here and look at Greyhound photos and funny stories. This is just horrible for me. Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 (edited) I'm so sorry. My heart is breaking for you. Love and prayers for all. Edited September 14, 2010 by racindog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LoveMyFrost Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 (edited) I though I had attached a photo, but I guess I did it wrong. I'm trying again. No, guess not. What am I doing wrong? Edited September 14, 2010 by LoveMyFrost Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I am so sorry. Letting them go is very hard, but, you are his best friend and are doing what is right for him. Take comfort in knowing that your sweet boy will be at peace and pain free, running once again with the wind. 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...
CaliforniaGreys Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 We will tuck you both in our prayers today. Safe journey Frost, all our Angels will be there to greet 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...
greytpups Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'm so sorry it's time for Frost to leave you. Many of us know too well the pain of losing our beloved companions. Some days I found I just went hour by hour...if you need support we're here for you. It's a wonderful group of caring loving people. Quote Jan with precious pups Emmy (Stormin J Flag) and Simon (Nitro Si) and Abbey Field. Missing my angels: Bailey Buffetbobleclair 11/11/98-17/12/09; Ben Task Rapid Wave 5/5/02-2/11/15; Brooke Glo's Destroyer 7/09/06-21/06/16 and Katie Crazykatiebug 12/11/06 -21/08/21. My blog about grief The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not get over the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to. ― Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'm so sorry. It's never easy letting go. I will say a prayer for you and Frost at 4:45 p.m. Quote Patty, Mom to Jaxson 5/12/2017 Forever in my heart: Joey 11/01/2007 to 12/06/2018, Scout 11/19/2005 to 07/15/15 and Jack 01/03/2004 to 06/11/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubcitypam Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 You and frost will be in my thoughts today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I am so very sorry that you have to make this decision but know that you gave Frost a wonderful life and he loves you for it. It is never an easy decision no matter their age. We will be thinking of you today. 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...
grey14me Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'm so very 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...
Guest Adrianne Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'm so sorry for this most difficult decision. Hugs to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ProudGreyMom Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I am so very sorry Frost had a wonderful life with you, now he can be pain free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tydyelady Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 So very sorry to hear this about your boy Frost. May he have an easy journey to the bridge, and a lot of prayers for you. Quote Mom to Toley (Astascocita Toley) DOB 1/12/09, and Bridge Angel Opie (Wine Sips Away) 3/14/03-12/29/12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OwnedBySummer Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'm so sorry that you have to part with your love. Run free, Frost, run fast. "When I miss you, I don't have to go far ... I just have to look inside my heart because that's where I'll find you." Quote Lisa B. My beautiful Summer - to her forever home May 1, 2010 Summer Certified therapy dog team with St. John Ambulance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest moremoney Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bigbrindlebunny Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 It the hardest thing we have to do for them, and the greatest act of love. You are not alone today, come back to us when you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greypuppyluv Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'm so sorry. Sending gentle hugs your way. If you aren't able to post photos, you are welcome to email them to me at gdogmom at aol dot com (remove the spaces and replace the at with @ and dot with .) and I will post them here. 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 racergirl435 Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 It's never easy making that decision. Godspeed to your boy Frost. I think you will find coming back to the site and looking at pictures can be very therapeutic. At least it was for me. It was very sad, but it helped to know that there are lots of hounds out there getting the same love we give our own. My heart is breaking for you. May you find peace. And everyone that posted here is right...this is a great site full of wonderful, caring people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trihounds Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 We'll be thinking of you guys this afternoon. It is so sad but just know you are doing the best thing for him. Taking his pain is the greatest gift you could give. Stay strong and be brave for him. 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...
Xan Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'm so sorry. It's small comfort to have strangers reach out to cry with you, and hold you in only virtual arms, but at least we can offer you that. :bighug Quote My Inspirations: Grey Pogo, borzoi Katie, Meep the cat, AND MY BELOVED DH!!!Missing Rowdy, Coco, Brilly, Happy and Wabi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest twilliams Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I am so sorry. Sending healing thoughts your way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 Thinking of you and Frost today. Quote Mary with Jumper Jack (2/17/11) and angels Shane (PA's Busta Rime, 12/10/02 - 10/14/16) and Spencer (Dutch Laser, 11/25/00 - 3/29/13). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'll be thinking of you. Several of my "kids" came from HOT. Hold tight and think of the very nice Rainbow Land that he is going to. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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