NancyB Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 This is really hard for me to post this. Albi's vet came to our house Saturday morning, June 16, to send Albi peacefully to the bridge. He is pain free now and reunited with Marvin, Mickey, Ramm and Ruby. On June 8th he couldn't use his only front leg, screamed in pain, we found out he had degenerated discs in his neck, his vet thought they were pressing on the nerve and causing pain. By Tuesday he couldn't walk and within the week he had deteriorated greatly to the point where we knew it was time. She now thinks there had to be a tumor on his spine. To read his thread in Health and medical click this link http://forum.greytal...ll-disc-issues/ We adopted Albi as a puppy from Jersey Shore Animal Center. A member of one of the Italian Greyhound message boards posted the petfinder link in Off Topic for the Borzoi Saluki mix puppies there. The shelter wasn't too far from us, we decided to go take a look at them and we filled out an application, we picked him up on Valentine's Day, 2004. He was a joy to have around, loved all people and would greet you by putting his paws on your shoulders. He loved his greyhound brothers Marvin and Ramm and his greyhound sisters Ruby and Kassie. He was a tall, big boy, 100 pounds of love, he was a talker and a big smiler. He would sleep with us and we had to buy a king size bed to accomodate him. He would also scold us when we came home if we were gone too long (a Costco shopping trip!). He was our baby dog and is deeply loved and will always be missed. Albi has been through a lot this past year, he broke his leg May 19, 2011, had his amputation for osteosarcoma on May 25, 2011 and then went through several surgeries for MRSA. He was very brave boy and we are heartbroken. First day home 2/14/2004 Albi (almost a year old) with Kassie, Ramm, Ruby and Marvin, 11/13/2004 Albi, 4/20/2011 a month before he broke his leg 5/25/2012 one year post amputation Quote Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 OH, Nancy. I am so very sorry for your loss. Albi gave it a good fight. 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...
Yamaha_gurl Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Ah man I'm so sorry to hear about Albi, I followed his story quite a bit...rest in peace Albi Quote Greyhound Collars : www.collartown.ca Maggie (the human servant), with Miss Bella, racing name "A Star Blackieto" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kikibean Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I'm so sorry Albi was so brave and did so well after his surgery. I know what a truly special boy he was from all you've written about him. Run free big guy Quote Wingnut (DC Wingnut), Voo Doo (Voo Doo von Bonz), Barb (Myokie Barb) & Romey (Nose Stradamus)at the bridge Molly (CM Blondie) 9/8/14, Maddy (Reuniting) 10/17/13, Rocky (Ranco Popeye) 1/7/12, Mimi (Flying Ringneck) 8/13/09 and RJ (RJ What For) 5/3/05 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BlueCrab Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I too had followed Albi's stories. So sorry to hear of his passing. He was lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 We are so sorry for your loss of handsome Albi. He was a beautiful boy. 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Oh, Nancy, I am so sorry to see that you've lost your beloved Albi. Although I didn't "know" him, from your posts I felt as tho I did and he was such a swell guy. I'm so sorry for the Albi-sized hole in your heart. : Godspeed beautiful boy Albi. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M, Ebbie, HollyBeeBop (Betty Crocker). 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...
carronstar Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I am so very sorry. Godspeed, Albi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Charlies_Dad Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Nancy, I am so very sorry. I remember when Albi had his amp and all the battles you both fought. We are all grieving along with you that this beautiful boy left too soon. Run free Albi, run free sweetie... Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Nancy, my heart sank when I saw the title of this thread. I remember when you adopted Albi. The two of you have been through so much together. I'm so sorry 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...
TheFullHouse Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Oh Nancy, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Albi was very special. My heart goes out to you. Rest well Albi. 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...
MarcR Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 (edited) Nancy, I'm very sorry for your loss. Albi sure was a good looking guy... Run free, Albi Edited June 19, 2012 by MarcR 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...
greyhead Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I'm so sorry. 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...
Jenbo Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I'm so sorry Quote Camp Broodie with tuxedo Summer 12 and tuxedo Dio 6 Missing KC Kitty 2000-2016, Myka and part of my heart 2006-2020, and Saint YellBoy 2014-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 (edited) Oh Nancy, I am heartbroken for you. Albi is one handsome boy. Run with the angels Sweet Albi, you are with the very very best ~ Edited June 19, 2012 by PhillyPups Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 When you hadn't read my PM yet I had a bad feeling in the pit of my stomach. I'm so very sorry Albi had to leave. He was a handsome boy and went through a lot to stay with you. God speed Albi, you are now pain free and running with your brothers and sister. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaisyDoodle Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote DonnaMolly the Border Collie & Poquita the American-born Podenga Bridge Babies: Daisy (Positive Delta) 8/7/2000 - 4/6/2115, Agnes--angel Sage's baby (Regall Rosario) 11/12/01 - 12/18/13, Lucky the mix (Found, w 10 puppies 8/96-Bridge 7/28/11, app. age 16) & CoCo (Cosmo Comet) 12/28/89-5/4/04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I am so sad to hear this I remember when you got him -- seems like last year.... Sending hugs & sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovinggreysslp Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Nancy, I am so sorry. I remember how much you and Albi went through following his amp. Godspeed handsome boy! Quote Cosmo (Fuzz Face Cosmos), Holmes (He's a Dream), Boomer (USS Baby Boomer), Ella and missing our angels Clay (Red Clay), Train (Nite Train), Trip (Bock's Teddy Bear),Larry (Bohemian Frigid) and Jimmy (Bohemian Raw) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KahluasMagic Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 :f_red Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greydawg Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 How heartbreaking... So sorry about your loss of beautiful Albi. Hugs. 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...
Batmom Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I'm so sorry. Godspeed, sweet 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...
dobelvr Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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