k9fun Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 You never forget "your first". Bella was our first Greyhound. We met August 14, 2005 at a M&G in a bookstore in Prescott, AZ. We had 3 non-greys at the time. Not looking for a 4th dog, but she had such personality, with her gimpy front leg and all. We were told she had been in foster care for almost a year, no one wanted a dog that wasn't "perfect" but we didn't want another dog. All the way home we talked about her. Got home and called to see if we could stop by and meet her again the next day. August 15, 2005, our 24th anniverary...we stopped and met with Jim and Leah and Bella. Said we'd take her. They brought her over on the 16th, riding in a convertible MG. She had style! When they left her with us, she whined for about 20 minutes. Within an hour, she was on her back, legs in the air, very comfortable. That little 53 pound girl changed our lives. Some of you may have met her in Kanab as she attended 3 of Claudia's gatherings. She was always a crowd pleaser, always enjoyed the excitement and was very proud of the plate in her leg. Often times people would stop to talk to her and she would always show them her special leg. Because of her we have met so many wonderful people. Because of her we have had 11 Greyhounds in our home (she's the 4th one to pass). Because of her, many people realized that an injury or having 3 good legs wasn't an issue. Not bad for one little girl. Her passing leaves a huge hole in our hearts and our home. She taught us many life lessons while she was here, I will share them with you here: RIP sweet baby girl, we will never forget you! Quote The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his tongue. Living a GREYT life at the Hound Hacienda - Clarkdale, Arizona Always missing our angel hounds; Parker, Lacey, Bella, Figgy, Macho, Aspen, Kingman and Tillie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 I'm sorry for the loss of your lovely girl. Godspeed, sweetheart. 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...
45MPHK9 Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 A beautiful tribute your your pretty girl. I am so sorry that she had to leave you. 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...
MandysMom Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 What a lovely tribute to your beautiful girl. Godspeed, sweet Bella Quote Beverly. Missing my happy toy-flinging boy Sammy (Where's Mandrill), (8/12/2009-9/30-2021) Desperately missing my angel Mandy (BB's Luv) [7/1/2000 - 9/18/2012]. Always missing Meg the Dalmatian and Ralph Malph the Pekeapoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest undergreysspell Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 So sorry for your loss . She sounds like she was an incredible dog. peace little dog angel . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 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...
MaryJane Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 A wonderful tribute. My condolences on your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1229 Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 Run free Bella. You were wise beyond your years Quote Isis, Always in my Heart Bijou, My Sweetest Angel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I'm so sorry. I remember meeting Bella at Kanab. She was adorable. Run free sweet Bella. Quote Camp Broodie. The current home of Mark Kay Mark Jack and Gracie Kiowa Safe Joan. Always missing my boy Rocket Hi Noon Rocket, Allie Phoenix Dynamite, Kate Miss Kate, Starz Under Da Starz, Petunia MW Neptunia, Diva Astar Dashindiva, and LaVida I've Got Life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I'm so very sorry. She was gorgeous, and I love her teachings. Godspeed Bella. 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 No, you never do forget your first. I am so sorry for the incredible hole in your hearts right now. What a lovely lady Bella was. So wise, too, we can all take a lesson from that girl. Godspeed bellissimo Bella 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...
galgrey Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I so sorry you lost your special girl. Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 Your tribute to Bella is lovely. I'm so 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...
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BatterseaBrindl Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Bella. I love her 'teachings'. Run free Bella. 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...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I loved your tribute to your beautiful Bella - she obviously was well loved, and gave you much love in return. I'm so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 What a beautiful tribute to a special girl. Run free, sweetheart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I am so very sorry for your loss. 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...
BertnLil Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I'm so sorry. What a special girl. 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 NSGREY Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I'm so sorry for your loss of Bella! Run Like The Wind Bella Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fourofem Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 Wise advice from one smart girl....how lucky was she to have caught your eye on August 14, 2005? I'm so sorry. Rest well pretty Bella. Quote Blair, Stella (DND Heather), Lizzie (M's Deadra), Hitch (Hallo Dominant) and House (Mac's Dr. House) Missing my handsome men Lewis (Vs Lowrider) - 11/11/01 - 3/11/09, Kevin (Dakota's Hi Five) - 1/1/06 - 4/18/11 and my cat, Sparkle Baby - ??/??/96 - 4/23/11 "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is, in fact, the most precious and valuable possession of mankind." (Theodorus Gaza) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OPointyDog Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I'm so sorry you lost your girl. What an amazing set of lessons she taught everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 What loving lessons from a teacher who truly knew how to find joy and beauty in every day. The lady sure was an expert at making people smile---thank-you for sharing her with us. I'm so sorry you lost your precious Bella. 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...
Remolacha Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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