Guest IndyHound Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 Two weeks ago this Saturday Beckett and I lost Kadie. At first he did as he's always done and just snuggled up next to me. But after a few days I noticed a drastic change in his behavior and personality. When I arrive home he's his old cheerful self. Jumping around me and air nipping next to me. But once our walk is complete and dinner has been finished he changes. It's as if a switch is immediately been thrown into the off position. He just drops to the floor and whimpers. Then he goes on his nightly Kadie search and fills the house with whines and whimpers. He'll walk into a room search everywhere then whine then continue onto the next room. He has never been a only dog before and has not adjusted to it at all. I've notified GPA Indy and am going through the process of trying to adopt another grey. But is there anything I can do in the meantime? Its breaking my heart to see him so sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 Some just seem to mourn more than others. Other than trying to keep him busy, the only thing that will help is time or maybe a new hound. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 Really nummy treats? Longer walks? Car rides? I've never gone through it with a dog, but I think I'd try distraction and a change in the routine. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 That is, indeed, heartbreaking. When we lost Frank, the girls saw us carrying him out to the car on his makeshift stretcher, and I think they knew then that they might not see him again. But when they are searching for their kennelmate like that, I don't know what will comfort them outside of getting them a new companion. I am sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest maidmarcia Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 That's so sad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Swifthounds Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 I would try a game or an exercise to keep him engaged with you, which it sounds like keeps him in a better place. Might be good for you too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted September 22, 2011 Share Posted September 22, 2011 exactly the same thing happened here when emily died. we decided to try fostering, so if the "right"dog came along, we could jump on it. foster failure w/the 2nd foster. worked well for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Try and nip his grieving behavior before it starts. Leash him up right after dinner and take him on a walk, or short car ride. Or try engaging his attention with some training outside away from his triggers. It's really heartbreaking to see. I hope getting him a friend will help both of you. Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Keep him busy, and keep him TIRED from exercise. I'm sorry for your loss. Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Teresa Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Two weeks ago this Saturday Beckett and I lost Kadie. At first he did as he's always done and just snuggled up next to me. But after a few days I noticed a drastic change in his behavior and personality. When I arrive home he's his old cheerful self. Jumping around me and air nipping next to me. But once our walk is complete and dinner has been finished he changes. It's as if a switch is immediately been thrown into the off position. He just drops to the floor and whimpers. Then he goes on his nightly Kadie search and fills the house with whines and whimpers. He'll walk into a room search everywhere then whine then continue onto the next room. He has never been a only dog before and has not adjusted to it at all. I've notified GPA Indy and am going through the process of trying to adopt another grey. But is there anything I can do in the meantime? Its breaking my heart to see him so sad. If you want to bring Beckett over to play with our gang you are more than welcome! He would get to play with greyhounds and get good and tired so he should rest when you get him home. Teresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fourofem Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 (edited) I'm sorry about your Kadie and sad for Beckett. Hitchie went through a tough time after losing Lewis. They were best of buds and at first, I thought he was okay but after a few days he was miserable....didn't eat well, would lay out in the yard by himself, just sad. The girls never missed a beat. I hadn't planned on adopting again right away but House was just what Hitchie needed to snap out of it. He's not as close with House as he was with Lewis but they're pretty good friends. Hitchie is easy....he's never met a greyhound he didn't like. Other breeds, not so much!!!! Edited September 24, 2011 by fourofem Quote Blair, Stella (DND Heather), Lizzie (M's Deadra), Hitch (Hallo Dominant) and House (Mac's Dr. House) Missing my handsome men Lewis (Vs Lowrider) - 11/11/01 - 3/11/09, Kevin (Dakota's Hi Five) - 1/1/06 - 4/18/11 and my cat, Sparkle Baby - ??/??/96 - 4/23/11 "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is, in fact, the most precious and valuable possession of mankind." (Theodorus Gaza) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bean_Scotch Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 I've sent you an E-mail since you can't receive PM's yet...I'm so sorry, but if I can help, please let me know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Sending lots of hugs. Another dog might help, might not. After Batman died, Zema had a rough week or two. She had no interest in other dogs. She wanted her Batman . It is heartbreaking. I continued to offer our normal routines (for example, she wouldn't stay out in the yard any longer than to do her business because he might have come home while she was out) and gradually she resumed them. 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 dragontearz Posted September 26, 2011 Share Posted September 26, 2011 I second what everyone else is saying-do something to keep Beckett (and yourself) occupied...and I'm sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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