Guest ZBippy Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 This is the first time in a few months that I have visited Greytalk but I wanted to post about the passing of our Highlighter. Highlighter came to us from Team Greyhound Adoption of Ohio in May 2005. We had to wait on her to graduate from their prison program and, during that time, considered changing her name. But once we met her and realized the size of her personality, we knew that no name except Highlighter would fit this sassy girl. Highlighter was a beautiful fawn with black eyeliner. She loved people and was the queen bee of our pack of four greys, keeping them all in line with just a look or one fast bark. A true competitor, she loved to do laps with the others in our backyard. She hated to lose those races and was known to shoulder check any dog who looked like he might pass her. As bossy and competitive as she could be, Highlighter also had a very tender side. In November 2006, somebody posted on Greytalk about a whippet who was available through a rescue near us. DH and I went to see this whippet (who as it turns out is likely just a small greyhound), who was very shy and skittish. We wanted to adopt her but asked if we could go back the next day with Highlighter, just to be sure that they would get along. The next day, we took Highlighter to see Tessie (then Whippers.) Highlighter sniffed Tessie all over and then lay her head on Tessie's back, as if to tell her that she would be okay and welcome her to the family. At home, Highlighter took Tessie under her wing. When the boys played rambunctiously, Tessie would lie down and go belly up in submission. Highlighter saw this and started chasing the boys away when they started up with wild play. I really believe that Highlighter is responsible for turning Tessie into the confident dog that she is now. Over the winter, Highlighter had two vestibular events, resulting in her body having a permanent curve to the right. She could not walk straight and rarely would go upstairs anymore. Then, this spring, she developed protein losing enteropathy (PLE), giving her a paradoxically skin-and-bones and bloated look. After several weeks, we had to make the decision to let her go. Her quality of life just was not there and the best thing that we could do for her was to let her have peace. It has taken me a few months to get to the point of being able to post this here. Highlighter took a big chunk of my heart with her. We had started out with two greyhounds and thought that we wanted a third but decided to wait because DH and I were trying to have a baby. Along the way, we were told that having a baby was not going to be possible. It was then that we decided to get that third grey, Highlighter. While we eventually did have a human child ( ) I think, deep down inside, I had a special affection for Highlighter for coming into our lives at that time. I miss her terribly and, as I told DH a few weeks ago, the house still feels so empty without her. Going from four greyhounds to three has felt like going from a dozen to one. We love and miss you, Miss Sassafrass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 What a heartfelt story. I'm so sorry Highlighter left. She was a gorgeous girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 I am so sorry for the loss of your very special girl. The castle in the background validates the fact the she was truly a princess. 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...
TheFullHouse Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 I'm so sorry for your loss. 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...
Feisty49 Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 :-( So sorry for your loss. She's a beautiful girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 I'm so very sorry. She was very beautiful and must've been quite the character 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...
Batmom Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 What a lovely girl she was -- lovely on the outside, and with a lovely soul. I'm so sorry she couldn't stay longer with you. Rest well, most precious girlie. 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...
Cully Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 Run free sweet baby. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GreyPoopon Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 I'm so very sorry. She was a very special girl. Godspeed Highlighter. 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...
Guest patgam Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 I am so sorry for your loss of beautiful Highlighter. You tribute was lovely. Run free pretty lady. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 Highlighter was a beautiful girl......I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 I'm very sorry for your loss. 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...
queenwinniesmom Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 What a huge part of your life she was. I'm so sorry you lost your beautiful lady. 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...
RobinM Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 Such a precious and loving face. I am so sorry Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 I'm so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 What a special girl. I'm 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...
duncan41 Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 There is always that one, truly special dog with a soul that speaks to your heart and Highlighter was that dog for you. I am so sorry that she couldn't stay. Your tribute speaks volumes of the memories you made..........memories that in time will help heal your heart. 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...
Remolacha Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 I am so very sorry. Run free, Highlighter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhead Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 That was a lovely tribute to quite a girl. I'm so sorry for your loss. 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...
sabrina Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 I am so sorry for you loss of Highlighter. I see she was born 8/4/01 my Sabrina was born 8/6/01 & left on 6/14/12. I hope then meet up to plan a super bridge birthday 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...
BatterseaBrindl Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 So very sorry for the loss of your gorgeous Highlighter. You shared some wonderful times, and those memories will help get you through the next days, weeks, months.... 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...
schultzlc Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 I am so very sorry for your loss. Quote Laura, mom to Luna (Boc's Duchess) and Nova (Atascocita Venus).Forever in my heart, Phantom (Tequila Nights) and Zippy (Iruska Monte). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetdogs Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 I'm so sorry for your loss. Highlighter sounds like she was an exceptional soul - tough when she needed (wanted?) to be & nurturing when it was required. How difficult it must have been to let her go. She was a beautiful girl with that lovely white face. Godspeed Highlighter! 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...
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