dante2zoe Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 There are no words. Nothing I write can do him justice. My first greyhound. My first dog, ever. He was perfect. Finished his career at Seabrook, hopped on a hauler and ended up in my front yard. Walked into the house like he had always been there. Dante, my old soul, my genteel gentleman hound. Everyone who met him, loved him. He loved meeting new people. He was just a little off, so I made an appointment to have him seen. Got home from work early to find him down in the backyard with a broken leg. It had already metastasized to the lymph nodes. I still cannot believe he is gone. Even though he was quiet, the house is so very empty, like the air has been sucked out of the room. You couldn't sit down without him jumping up next to you and putting his head in your lap. He never met a blade of grass that didn't need to be marked. The eternal case of ETS, even with all his teeth! I loved all the black right off his face - he had that silver heart, which melted mine. The other dogs are subdued. The kids and I are devastated. We had a wonderful 7.5 years, but, as you know, it is never enough. His birthday is Friday. This is not how I was planning on celebrating. Dante, I miss you more than I ever thought possible. I am so grateful that we never knew this was coming. He didn't limp. He lived life to the fullest, up to the very end. This is just so wrong. The horrible storm was quite the distraction and this was my first opportunity to let everyone know how loved and cherished you are. Go in peace. I love you and am so grateful for all you gave me. 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...
Charla Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Cindy I'm so sorry for your loss. Run free sweet Dante. 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...
Cully Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 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...
Neighsayer Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I'm so sorry! Cancer sucks! Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TwinklenRea Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 He was a gorgeous boy. I am so sorry for your loss. Run free, Sweet Dante! Erin, Twinkle & Rea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misspiggy Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 So sorry, hugs to all Reggie, Connie and Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Oh no! I'm so very sorry for your loss. Run free Dante. 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...
schultzlc Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I am so sorry for your loss of your handsome Dante. 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...
galgomum Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Oh Cindy, I am so very sorry to hear this Quote ~SAGE~ Save A Galgo EspañolPetra Postma Photography Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 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...
Guest dmt Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 So sorry for your loss. Godspeed Dante. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Your tribute to Dante made me leaky all over again. Cindy, I'm so very sorry you've lost your sweetest boy and best friend. Godspeed handsome Dante Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M 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...
Guest madredhare Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Lovely tribute. You are so right, we never have them long enough. Run free sweet baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Oh no, I'm so very 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...
DesiRayMom Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Rest in peace, Dante. 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...
Guest PhillyPups Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Cindy, you know my heart is broken with yours. There is never enough time, nor words to do justice for these magnificent beings. Dante knows he was totally loved. Run with the angels Sweet Dante, you are with the very very best. ~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Your Dante had a wonderful retirement with you, and he was well loved. He was a beautiful boy......I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brindlehound Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Run free handsome Dante. Cindy, hugs to you, Goose, Indy, Zoe, Maverick, and your entire family. Quote Carol, missing Magic (1/5/01 - 4/15/15) but welcoming Fuzzy's Joy Behar (Joy) into my life on 5/31/15. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I am so sorry to see that Dante is gone. How awful for you to find him that way. I do hate cancer. It is the thief who robs us, everyday, of those we love. 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...
GreyPoopon Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I'm so very sorry. What a horrible shock. Godspeed Dante. 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...
maryz Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 What a sweet face. I'm so sorry for your loss. 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...
PrairieProf Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Oh no, I am very very sorry for your sudden loss. Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackandgrey Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 He was so beautiful Cindy. I understand exactly how you feel. I'm so very sorry your sweet boy had to leave you. Run free over the bridge sweetheart. Quote Susan, Jessie and Jordy NORTHERN SKY GREYHOUND ADOPTION ASSOCIATION Jack, in my heart forever March 1999-Nov 21, 2008 My Dancing Queen Jilly with me always and forever Aug 12, 2003-Oct 15, 2010 Joshy I will love you always Aug 1, 2004-Feb 22,2013 Jonah my sweetheart May 2000 - Jan 2015 " You will never need to be alone again. I promise this. As your dog, I will sing this promise to you, and whisper it to you at night, every night, with my breath." Stanley Coren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cabrerad Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 I'm so sorry. Run fast and run free Dante. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcR Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 The huge heart that shown through as that silver face... a reflection of your love for him. You have my deepest sympathy. Run free, Dante, young and whole again. 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...
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