Guest EmbersDad Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 (edited) it was a warm summer evening two years ago, the dogs had just returned from final turn out. jed came in and was experiencing some difficulty around his mouth. i thought he had something stuck. took a look, but nothing. he tried to get comfortable, went to his crate, but couldnt. he came out and began coughing, and then the fountain of blood. i called the vet and was directed to an emergency location. put the leash on jed and he did walk to the dogmobile and jumped in. we got to the vet, they did what they could, but my big, brindle boy slipped away. i curse myself for not getting a necropsy, but in my state, i wasnt thinking clearly. ember sent jed to me, of that, i am certain. she knew his time was short. he was in foster care, and was uber stressed. he would destroy stuffies within seconds. indeed, i had to lock them away at home. a funny thing happened though, in the short time he was with me, he began to relax, soon, the stuffies were once again safe, and no longer needed to be put away. he began roaching, man, he loved to roach. he was a big affectionate boy, he could leap up and put his paw on your shoulder, and one on your waist, like doing a waltz, and lick your face off. we really didnt have the time to fully bond,but at least i was able to remove the stress from his life. he also was responsible for one of mama caffie's dogs, craigie skillful, finding a forever couch. she and i talked about naming him, i wanted to continue in the grateful dead vein, but the more we talked, i tossed about the idea of naming him after jed, who raced as jd town hero. with mama caffie's blessing, we called him hero, and a mender of a broken heart he did become. i miss u jed, and love you more than you know. until my time is up, and we meet at the bridge, run free and watch for me, ill be there someday and we will stay together.... love, daddyman the day he arrived she protested once, and that was it. snuggling within a day snuggling with althea within a day of arriving finally stress free and relaxing he loved roaching playing with althea i miss u buddy, until we meet again Edited July 18, 2011 by EmbersDad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I remember Jed too. What a handsome boy. Such a shocking loss that was. to you. Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 Definitely still remembered! Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryz Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I remember your handsome boy and your unexpected loss. He will be waiting for you, I'm sure of that. Quote Mary, mom to kitty Rebel.Always missing Sherri (SO DELICIOUS) (12/6/2005-8/29/2018) kitties Marley (4/2000-12/3/2015) and Beady (4/1998-2/24/2006) and Dalmatian Daisy (7/25/1984-5/13/1999). The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not - Thomas Jefferson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 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...
greyhead Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 I well remember dear Jed. 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...
Guest K9Cookies Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 Doesn't seem like 2 years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 ...such a beautiful boy.....never forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukasmom Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 What a happy relaxed boy. I am so sorry that he is gone. You made him very happy right from the moment he came into your life. Hugs to you and prayers for your sweet boy Jed. Janice, Luka and Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted July 18, 2011 Share Posted July 18, 2011 So handsome. It seems like much less than two years and at the same time, impossibly long ago. I'm sorry he had to leave you so soon. Rest well, Jed. 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...
Guest ss556 Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Remembering Jed with you Tom. xoxo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Can't believe it's been two years already. I remember that night Tom :grouphug Jed was a beautiful soul. When I think of him, it's always in the roaching position 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...
Guest IrskasMom Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 (edited) Tom ,I remember so well. That horrid Day,has it been that long already BTW Tom , I miss your Post's and your Presence here Edited July 19, 2011 by IrskasMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 for Jed 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...
RaineysMom Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I remember him as well :( sending many, many hugs to you 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...
Guest KyGrey Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 My heart goes out to you, Tom. I remember Jed and he will live on in our hearts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 I will never forget the sucker punch in the gut two years ago. He will be waiting for you. Quote Linda, Mom to Fuzz, Barkley, and the felines Miss Kitty, Simon and Joseph.Waiting at The Bridge: Alex, Josh, Harley, Nikki, Beemer, Anna, Frank, Rachel, my heart & soul, Suze and the best boy ever, Dalton.<p> ....for all those hounds that are sick, hurt, lost or waiting for their forever homes. SENIORS ROCK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest SoulsMom Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 Tom :grouphug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djsgreys Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 I can't believe that it is two years already. I remember it as if it were just a few weeks ago. We all shared your shock, Tom, to lose Jed who so clearly had been sent to heal the hurt of losing Ember. His story, and your strength will not soon be forgotten. Quote Deb, and da Croo In my heart always, my Bridge Angels - Macavity, Tila the wannabe, Dexter, CDN Cold Snap (Candy), PC Herode Boy, WZ Moody, Poco Zinny, EM's Scully, Lonsome Billy, Lucas, Hurry Hannah, Daisy (Apache Blitz), Sadie (Kickapoo Kara), USS Maxi, Sam's Attaboy, Crystal Souza, Gifted Suzy, Zena, and Jetlag who never made it home. http://www.northernskygreyhounds.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FrostyBottoms Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 Oh Tom, I remember that night. Can't believe how fast time goes by. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 I remember Jed as well...he pssed only one day after my beloved Ivy-Blue. They leave too big holes in one's heart. Whar a beautiful boy he was... Quote -------------------------------------------- Marion, Ivy & Soldi Perseverance is not a long race... it is many short races one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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