Wiscogreysmom Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 It has taken me a couple of days before I could come here to post this. We had to say goodbye to Andy on Fridy morning, and though I have been trying to prepare myself for this since last March, it hasn't been any easier. As a few of you know here, we have racing dogs, and that is how Andy came into our lives almost 13 years ago. He was born in Oklahoma and he and his sister came to live here in April 1999. When we chose names for them, we picked Andy and Cleo, and they were registered as Andy's Alibi and Covergirl Cleo. We were lucky to have been a part of their lives from day one. They went off to school in December of 1999. Andy had a muscle injury which cut his racing career short and retired in June of 2001, then came home in the fall. It was like he knew this was where he belonged. He was a wonderful boy. I can't remember that he ever chewed up anything, ate anything that he wasn't suppose to, or really ever got in any trouble. The worst thing I can remember is one summer of digging up the same hole in the back yard over and over again, then laying down next to it like he was guarding it from me filing it in. He did not like to ride, and the only time he ever jumped into the car was when we left the vet's office, cause I think he couldn't wait to get the heck out of there and go home. He LOVED to be outside, and spent lots of time just lounging in the back yard, laying in the cool grass, or soaking up the sunshine. Our whole yard is fenced and he would spend hours outside with me while I was working in the yard. I think the only thing that he ever really annoyed me with was his wanting to go outside during the middle of the night. He always felt that everyone who came to the house came to see him, and everyone always commented on how tall and black and shiny he was. Eventually the gray slipped in, then sort of seemed to take over. He had slowed down this last year, and in March came a day that he had trouble getting up. He spent a night at the vet, which I think was the only night he had spent away from home since he retired. The vet diagnosed LS. We started meds, and with the help of a chiropractor, acupuncture and herbal supplements, I think we gave him a good quality of life through the summer and fall. December 8th, I came home and he seemed to have a set-back. We upped the meds a little, and had another acupuncture treatment, but I knew that we were going day by day. He rallied a little bit and was able to be up and outside a little bit at a time. We had our Christmas, and he got lots of treats to enjoy. I was home most of the week, so we got to spend a lot of time together, and Friday morning it was time to say our goodbyes. We have hundreds of pictures and thousands of memories, but they just never seem to be enough. We were very lucky to have shared so much of his life, and I know that he knew how much we loved him. He had a good, and long life, and I think got to do everything he ever wanted to do, except maybe catch the squirrels in the back yard. Andy at 3 months old, when he first came to Wisconsin. He was always a good sport. He loved to be outside, even in the snow. One of my favorites of the white face. Christmas 2011. I know that Cleo met you at the bridge and now you will be able to run and play together again. We love and miss you. I am sorry that I couln't fix it anymore. Quote Wanda, with the DC Racing Kids, Eric ( DNT Finbarclancy ) 6/29/14 Maggie ( DNT Oh Maggie ) 6/29/14 Lorraine ( DC Don't Rainonme ) 3/15/08 - 4/9/20 --- Suzie ( DC Lazy Susan ) 3/12/06 - 9/4/18 --- Stormy ( DC Major Storm ) 11/29/99 - 1/21/12 ---- Andy ( Andy's Alibi ) 1/23/99 - 12/30/11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Wanda , I am so sorry you had to let Andy go . Beautiful Boy :f_red Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Flysmom Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I am very, very sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greydawg Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Sending you my heartfelt sympathy. You posted a very nice tribute to your boy. Run free, Andy. Quote Cheryl - "Mom" to RUNNER (Gunnah, born 6/15/2012) and FARGO (Ridin Shotgun, born 8/21/2015). Missing my Grey-Angels HEISMAN (RX Heisman) (3/29/2005-2/1/2016) and ALEX (Bevenly) (4/15/2005-6/7/2018). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesiRayMom Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Rest in peace, Andy. My condolences to your family. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I'm so sorry that your beautiful Andy is gone. How lucky you were to see his life through, so happily, from beginning to end. 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...
Guest K9_Lady Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I'm very sorry for your loss of Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jamngrey Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Wonderful tribute to your precious boy Quote Cassie: Pikes Clara Bell Swoop: My Man Swoop BRIDGE ANGELS Psi:WD'S Aleford 3/17/00-4/25/10 Snowman: Gable Snowman 1/9/96-2/14/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I am very Sorry!!!!!!!! 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...
galgrey Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I'm so sorry. Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I am sorry for the loss of your dear, sweet Andy. Say not in grief, "he is no more," but live in thankfulness that he was. ~ Hebrew proverb 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...
sabrina Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Sorry for your loss of Andy 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 January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I'm so sorry for your loss. Godspeed, handsome boy. 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...
maryz Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I'm very sorry for your loss. You gave him a wonderful life. 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...
TwiggysMom Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I'm so sorry for your loss of Andy. It looks like he thoroughly enjoyed life straight through to the end. Quote Wendy with Twiggy, fosterless while Twiggy's fighting the good fight, and Donnie & Aiden the kitties Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 What a long and wonderful life he had with you. Thank-you for the pictures from puppyhood to elder statesman. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Andy. 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...
tydyelady Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Beautiful! I am so very sorry, it is always so hard to say good bye, even when it is the right thing to do. 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...
Busderpuddle Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 Hugs to you and your family.............. Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I am very sorry for your loss Wanda. Rest well Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 You gave him a wonderful life. We are so sorry for your loss. Run free Andy. 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...
greytpups Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I am so sorry for your loss. What a long and happy life he had with you and how hard it is to lose them, no matter how long they've been part of your life. 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...
fsugrad Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I am so sorry for the loss of your handsome Andy. RIP sweet boy. Quote Rita, mom to Dakota (Dakotas Dream) & Wish (Kiowa Wish Wish) and my angels Toby (Sol Marcus) and Robin (Greys Robin Hood) Forever missing our beloved Robin and Toby "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted January 2, 2012 Share Posted January 2, 2012 I'm so, 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...
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