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It is with a broken heart that I wanted to let you know that my sweet little old man has left me. I unexpectedly lost Dante to OS 3 weeks earlier. Dante was Indy’s mentor (for lack of a better word) and Indy grieved and deteriorated after Dante’s passing. Two weeks ago, he fell while I was at work, injuring himself (including his head) in the process. He was unable to recover and lost his balance and ability to walk with any stability. At 15.5, of which 4.5 years were with me, it was time to let him go find Dante.

 

Indy had to wait 11 years to find his forever home, but I believe I made the wait worthwhile. His passing leaves a huge hole in my heart and a legion of supporters who also mourn his passing. He was able to crawl under your skin and into your heart with his soulful look. Zoe is in a big funk – losing her 2 cohorts in less than a month has taken a toll on my bossy, bitchy girl.

 

His best legacy? He was so very loved and he knew it. Thankfully, his passing was peaceful – on my lap with his head on my chest. He left my life in the position in which he arrived. While I am devastated, even knowing this was just around the corner, I am happy that he is whole again, straining to chase the rabbits and relying on Dante showing him the best places to pee. His mind was willing; his body was not.

 

Run free, Boo, and wait for me.

 

Cindy

 

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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
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Indy had to wait 11 years to find his forever home, but I believe I made the wait worthwhile.

 

There's no doubt about that, Cindy. I'm sorry that your heart is broken again so soon after losing Dante.

 

Godspeed, Indy.

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cindy, i'm so sorry to hear that his day has come. thank you for giving him the life he surely deserved, and thank you for introducing him (as well as dante, zoe, maverick, and goose) to me and letting me photograph all of them at gettysburg.

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Cindy, I'm so sorry Indy had to leave you. I am glad I had a chance to see him at GIG this year. Your love and devotedness to Indy encouraged me to bring my own little old man home a week ago. Henry is a Hairless Chinese Crested who will be 13 in October. He is 10.5 pounds and has one tooth remaining. Spent 10 years breeding in a puppy mill, then 3 years in foster care. I would be lying if I said that your little Indy didn't influence me a great deal when I made the decision to go to Ohio and bring Henry home with us for the remainder of his life.

I will miss hearing about Indy , but I know that he and Dante will have a great time now, playing together. I hope it helps some knowing that little Indy doesn't have to be alone.

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Cindy, so very very sorry. Losing two so close together really hurts and Indy was a true sweetheart. I love the pics of him.

 

Run free Indy, run free sweetie...:gh_run

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I'm sorry to hear this. I teared up reading about him and seeing his handsome face. I'm glad he went in your lap, surrounded by your love. I'm sure he and Dante are busy not only peeing in the best spots, and rolling in the best grass, but watching over you and sending their love.

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I'm so very sorry. :grouphug

 

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That sweet old face. Cindy, I am so sorry Indy had to leave you so soon to be with Dante. He will send you a sign that he arrived safely, I'm sure of it. He loved you so much, both of your boys did. :grouphug :grouphug

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I'm so sorry for your loss. Whippets are special kids, and it sounds like your Indy was a true love.

 

Godspeed, sweetheart.

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I'm so sorry for both of your losses so close together. You must be heartbroken. Its obvious you loved him dearly and gave him a wonderful life. May it bring you peace knowing that Dante and Indy are together again.

 

Hugs.

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Cindy, we are all missing our dear, sweet, unofficial Club mascot! How we loved to hear about your crew and all their assorted life adventures.

 

Run free Indy!

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Indy if bravery & a stong life force determined size you would have been a giant

Rest well & go hang out with Dante

 

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