Guest Mom2Melanie Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 (edited) My best friend and loyal companion, Melanie, went to the bridge this morning at 11am. She was stoic and elegant to the very end. I became Melanie's mom (my first and only greyhound) in July of 2002. I was a law student at the time and she helped me to keep some fun in my life. She was so shy at first, but slowly opened up to me, then strangers, then other dogs (even the little white fluffy ones). She was the perfect dog. She always listened, followed me everywhere (at least with her eyes), and was quick to make friends. Melanie was a farm flunkie (she had a little too much skip in her step) and a little ragged when she retired at age 2. She had long scars on both of her sides and her tail was cropped at about 5 inches. Her stumpie (as we liked to call it) always wagged when she was excited. Despite her scars and missing tail, she was the most elegantly, regal dog I have ever seen. When I studied for the bar exam, my parents took her in for a while. After a few days, they didn't want to give her back She is the reason they now have three greykids of their own! Every day with Melanie was a gift. She cared for me as much as I did for her. When I was sad, she knew it and when I celebrated, so did she. She was my true heart dog. In February of this year, Melanie began to limp. I took her to the vet and was horrified to learn that she had osteo. Given her advanced age, I did not feel like it was fair to put her through heroic measures. We treated with gabapentin and rimadyl. She did great for awhile. She never really put much weight on the leg, but she got around fine and ate like there was no tomorrow. Two days ago, I noticed that her entire leg had begun to swell. She couldn't put any weight on it at all and was reluctant to get up from her bed. She didn't have much interest in her food (although she still made the effort for biscuits and cheese!). Last night we made the tough decision to end her pain. We took her in to the vet this morning and said our goodbyes. She stood to greet the vet when he came in and remained calm the entire time. I hope she knows that a piece of my heart went with her to the bridge this morning. I will never be the same person now that she is gone- there will always be a piece of me missing. She made me a better person and showed me what unconditional love is. I hope I can be a mom to more greys over the years, but no dog will ever fill the hole she left. Rest in peace dear friend. I love you more than you could ever imagine. Soak up the sun at the bridge. I will meet you there with open arms some day. Tracy Edited April 23, 2011 by Mom2Melanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 Beautiful and heartfelt tribute to a very beautiful and much loved girl. God Speed. 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...
Houndtime Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Melanie. Take comfort in knowing she is at peace, pain free and running once again with the wind. I do hate cancer. It is the thief who robs us, everyday, of those we love. 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...
Rickiesmom Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 Fly on gossamer wings much loved beautiful girl. I am so sorry for your loss of Melanie, and the hole she has left in your heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 Tracy, Melanie was a beautiful girl and very well loved........I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 I'm so very sorry for your loss 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...
greyhead Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 Tracy, I'm so sorry. She was a very special girl. 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...
Fostr_Mom Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 What an eloquent tribute. My heart hurts for you. Run free Melanie! Quote <p>Mom to Kyle (Diehard Kyle) & Angel Gracie (KB's Sankey) Foster Mom for AFG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greyhoundgirl1 Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 You wrote such a beautiful tribute to Melanie. On my rescue's website there is a touching poem: A Greyhound Wish When I die, Let it be as a Pet! So that someone will remember me! Obviously Melanie has succeeded in attaining this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 Sorry for your loss of your bud Melanie 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...
Batmom Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 I'm so sorry your beautiful girl had to leave you. Godspeed, Melanie. 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...
retiredracers Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 Beautiful tribute to a beautiful girl. I'm sorry for your loss. 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...
Cully Posted April 23, 2011 Share Posted April 23, 2011 Run free sweet baby. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Duke Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 pretty girl, rest in peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 Such a beautifully written tribute to your special girl. I love the picture you posted. We are very sorry for your loss of Melanie. 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...
lovinggreysslp Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss. Your tribute to Melanie is beautiful. Godspeed Melanie! Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I'm so 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...
GreyPoopon Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I'm so very sorry. Godspeed Melanie. 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...
fliggie Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I'm so sorry for you loss, she is a beauty Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytpups Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 A beautiful tribute to a beautiful girl. I'm so sorry for your loss. And you're right, they do take a big piece of your heart with them. 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...
nyGreys Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 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 Annie Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I am very sorry for the loss of your beloved friend. Godspeed Melanie... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted April 24, 2011 Share Posted April 24, 2011 I'm so very sorry for your loss. Quote Marc and Myun plus Starbuck (the cat)Pinky my AWOL girl, wherever you are, I miss you.Angels Honey (6/30/99-11/3/11) Nadia (5/11/99-6/4/12) Kara (6/5/99-7/17/12) Cleo (4/13/2000-4/19/2014) Antnee (12/1/2002=2/20/17) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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