djsgreys Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 (edited) Today we said goodbye. I'm not sure where the years went, it seems like yesterday that this tiny lady cuddled in my coat as we brought her home on my birthday,almost thirteen years ago. We somehow made it through the first year, often throwing a ball up and down the stairs for hours on end to tire her out. She was so energetic and outgoing, we took her through obedience classes, agility and flyball training – to give her an outlet for her energy and the opportunity to be adored (which she loved). Then we had a very serious bout of Pancreatitis and almost lost her. She was hospitalized for three days and came out of the experience very fearful of strangers and these activities became stressful not fun. Eight years ago we brought home our first grey, and Tila found her new purpose in life. She was goingto be a greyhound! And not just one of the pack but the boss – and the boss she remained as the parade of fosters and new greys joined our home. My little 12 pounds of wannabe set the tone for the house, and ruled with an iron paw. Supervising bed time, making sure none of the greys tried to take her spot on the bed, snuggled up next to me. A greyhound in the body of a min pin/Chihuahua, a true wannabe, Tila had to do everything the greys did – only better. Though she never ran with the pack in the big yard, once they were done and leashed up – off Tila would go, as fast as those legs would carry - looking back at the leashed greys as if to say "See – this is how it should be done." The biggest, fiercest watchdog If they needed a drink, she needed a drink With her twin sister, Suzy. Even a Tila cockroach A little over a year ago, as we watched her run with Daisyin the yard, we were commenting that she was in the best shape of her life. A few days later she started to cough. We thought it was something caught in her throat and were stunned when she was diagnosed with a dangerously enlarged heart and congestive heart failure. The vet was not hopeful – perhaps with medication we would have a few more months. But Tila had other plans –she wanted one more spring, summer and fall. This last week, despite increased meds, the cough just got worse and many times she was gasping for breath. She lost interest in food and going out. She could not have made it clearer that she was tired of the fight, and so today we helped her to the bridge, where her heart will be whole, and she can breathe easily as she romps with all our angels that will be there to greet her. Tila, my amazing tiny lady, the house will be so different without you. I will miss your bark and your crazy rendition of a roo, your little body snuggled next to me as we watched tv, your help gardening. I will miss you always, and love you forever. Edited November 15, 2011 by djsgreys 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...
TheFullHouse Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Oh Deb, I'm so, so sorry. Those spunky little girls just wiggle and worm their way right to the middle of our hearts. Bless you for giving Tia such a wonderful home. Godspeed little Tia. Run healthy and free again. 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...
fourofem Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Tila... ...what a girl! I'm so sorry...those little wannabes are so special. 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...
Cully Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Run with the wind sweet little baby. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Deb, I am so very very sorry for your loss of sweet Tila, there are no words. Run with the angels Tila and keep them all in line, you are with the very very best ~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Deb, we are very sorry for your loss of Tila. 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...
GreyPoopon Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I'm so very sorry. She was a special girl. Thank you for telling us about her. Godspeed Tila. 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...
Houndtime Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I am so sorry for the loss of such a special girlie. 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...
BatterseaBrindl Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I am so very sorry for the loss of your little Wannabe. Our Wannabe, Bandit, will be waiting up there for her and they'll get along just fine. Tila will be in her glory....Bandit is used to having somebody boss her around! Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I love the twins in their matching coats. I'm so very sorry. She was very special 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...
Guest Lovey_Hounds Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I am so sorry for you loss, those little ones really show you how much life they have inside those little bodies don't they. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggiespet Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Deb - I'm so very sorry. GodSpeed sweet Tila. Quote http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I am so sorry what a special little girl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 RIP, sweet Tila. Or boss your bridge-mates around if you prefer! 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...
queenwinniesmom Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 What a lovely, fearless, quirky, exceptional little girl she was! The pictures are wonderful. No wonder you will miss her---she was a huge spirit in a tiny body. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Tila. Quote Nancy, Mom to Evangelina and Kiva Missing Lacey, Patsy, Buster, my heart dog Nick, Winnie, Pollyanna, Tess, my precious Lydia, Calvin Lee, my angel butterfly Laila, and kitties Lily, Sam and Simon My Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catsburgandhoundtown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spottydog Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I'm very sorry that you lost your little girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I'm so sorry, Deb. Your tribute and remembrance offers such a vivid, loving portrayal of a very specia little girl who found her way into a truly wonderful home. Tila couldn't have asked for a better life. Thank you for sharing her with us. Rest well, sweetie.. 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...
dante2zoe Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Those little ones can have such a huge presence. I am so very sorry. Thank you for sharing your special wannabe with us. Cindy Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Deb Sorry for you loss of Tila 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...
brandimom Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 An absolutely beautiful tribute. Godspee Tila and may the wind always be at your back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 We are very sorry for your loss. Run free Tila. Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charla Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I'm so sorry Deb, you know she's finally running with all the hounds now and loving every minute. Quote Charla, Mom to Carl ( Bella Monsoon ) 5/2002 - 9/2016 and remembering Gracie Rose ( Cee Bar Xtreme ) 2/2002 - 1/2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Deb, I'm so sorry for your loss. I can tell from your tribute how very special Tila is to you. Run with the angels, Tila. Make sure that big brindle girl minds her manners. 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...
luvhounds2 Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Deb, I'm so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful story she had - your tribute is just lovely. Go get your wings, sweet Tila. You can run with the big dogs now!!! Quote Barb, Mom to Grey's Tickertape & Grey's McCarthy.Always missing: Wizzie and Desi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 I'm so sorry, Deb. 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...
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