CherylB Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 (edited) Lexi was not my dog, but she was a special girl to me. She belonged to my neighbor, and went to the bridge this weekend, but her story is more involved than that. Here is how Lexi came into our lives. Five years ago a friend of mine who works with corgi rescue went to the county animal shelter because she heard they were holding a stray corgi. Turned out there was no corgi, but she saw a greyhound there and let me know. I went over to verify, and there was Lexi. She ended up in the shelter because of a horrible tragedy that was all over the news the day before. Her owner was killed by the other dog she lived with, a German Shepherd. Animal control brought both dogs in until they could investigate and prove that Lexi was not involved in the incident, even though everyone knew she wasn’t. When I walked up to the kennel, she smiled at me and danced around. (She had the cutest, biggest smile, the kind that some people who aren’t familiar with greys can mistake for baring teeth.) She really wanted attention, and I am sure she missed her soft greyhound bed. All she had was the concrete floors. I called our rescue group, and found out they had placed Lexi originally. It took a couple of days to get her out of the pound. When I went to pick her up, she was the happiest girl ever, jumping up and down and smiling like crazy. I took her home, and the plan was for me to foster her. But it didn’t take long for her to find her forever home. My friend and next-door neighbor already had one greyhound and had just lost her standard poodle. I told her about Lexi, and I think she must have been watching out the back door for me to come home with her. She came over, fell in love immediately and adopted her not long after. Lexi was a tiny girl, only 50lbs. She was so cute, and had a cowlick on the back of her neck that that stood up like the ridge on a Ridgeback. She had the sweetest loving spirit, was outgoing and charmed everyone she met with her silly greyhound smile. My neighbor was elderly, and I often walked her dogs for her, so I got to know Lexi like she was my own. Eventually, my neighbor had to move to assisted living and no dogs were allowed. I couldn’t take Lexi because she didn’t get along with my girl Haley. So, we took my neighbor’s first greyhound Sheba, and Lexi was adopted by another one of our neighbors. I wondered if it was the best home for her for a number of reasons that I won’t go into here, but was hopeful and happy that I’d still be able to see her. Turns out my instincts were right. Lexi was returned and went a foster home, where she lived the rest of her life. On Sunday, I heard from a friend in the rescue group that she had fallen down the stairs and badly broken her leg. Amputation was the only option, but at 12.5 years old with bad arthritis in her front legs and shoulders it was best to let her go. Her first Mom was there to meet her, and so was my neighbor, who passed away in 2009. There were some happy reunions in heaven, and I hope Lexi was smiling a lot. I took this picture of Lexi the day I brought her home from the pound. It’s not a good one, but it’s all I have. Run free, sweetie. You were a wonderful girl loved my many. Edited March 5, 2012 by CherylB Quote Cheryl, mom to Remy and Woot. Always in my heart Haley, Henry and Sheba. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Lexi was a beautiful girl......I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 I'm so sorry. What a life she had! 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...
Guest dmt Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 So sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3greytjoys Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Godspeed Lexi. I'm sorry for your loss. Thank you for all you did to help her when she needed it most. What a story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 What a life experience she had. I am so sorry for the loss of a very special girl. 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...
MP_the4pack Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 She was beautiful! I started tearing up when you said she was a smiley girl. I just love the smilers. Five of my 9 smiled, but they're all gone now and I miss that so very much. At least she's reunited with her original Momma. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TheFullHouse Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 I'm so sorry. Thank goodness Lexi always had you looking out for her. Godspeed Lexi. 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...
sabrina Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Lexi RIP 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...
fsugrad Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Godspeed, sweet Lexi. 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...
robinw Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 She must've been so 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...
carronstar Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Run free, Sweet Lexi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 What a sweet girl. I'm so sorry she had to leave. Godspeed, precious Lexi. 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...
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DesiRayMom Posted March 5, 2012 Share Posted March 5, 2012 Rest in peace, sweet girl. My condolences to those who loved you. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 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...
mychip1 Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 Rest in Peace, Sweet Girl. You were clearly Lexi's guardian angel here on earth....and I'm sure from where she is, she will serve as your angel...... Quote Robin, EZ (Tribal Track), JJ (What a Story), Dustin (E's Full House) and our beautiful Jack (Mana Black Jack) and Lily (Chip's Little Miss Lily) both at the BridgeThe WFUBCC honors our beautiful friends at the bridge. Godspeed sweet angels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 What a convoluted history for a sweet little girl. I'm glad she had at least one great home and you watching out for her. Godspeed Lexi. 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...
BatterseaBrindl Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 So sorry Lexi had to go. Sounds like she was loved by many! 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...
sweetdogs Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 My condolences to all who loved her. What a beautiful girl! Even though she bounced around a bit, it seems like she was loved wherever she went. Godspeed Lexi! Quote Deirdre with Conor (Daring Pocobueno), Keeva (Kiowa Mimi Mona), & kittehs Gemma & robthomas. Our beloved angels Faolin & Liath, & kittehs Mona & Caesar. Remembering Bobby, Doc McCoy, & Chip McGrath. "He feeds you, pets you, adores you, collects your poop in a bag. There's only one explanation: you are a hairy little god." Nick Galifinakis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluegrassGrey Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 Bless her heart..... We've viewed her profile many times on the website. Run free Lexi- you were loved. Quote Kathryn, “Broadway” BW’s Broadway: Shaggy Bessie x Jimbo Red Rose, & "Ellie" Noah's Smelldog: Castor Troy x Mulberry Jade. My Angels "Sidney" Rainier Rapper: Rainier Ranger x Rainier Rapport (09/03/2001-2/26/2012); "Pistol" Tiowa Pistol: Rapido Rambo x My Roz (11/19/1998-8/02/2011); “Perry" Tiowa Perry: Rapido Rambo x My Roz (11/19/1998-6/09/2010); "Jackie" Mjp's Jackie: Joey Flint x Social Robin (6/12/1997-6/20/2008) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandimom Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 Thank you for sharing this remarkable story about little Lexi. Gosh she is beautiful. Godspeed Lexi and may the wind always be at your back sweet girl. You were much loved on this earth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan41 Posted March 6, 2012 Share Posted March 6, 2012 She must have been very special to have remained a happy girl through all of her trials and tribulations. Rest well, Sweetie! I'm sure your two Mamas were thrilled to see 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...
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