schultzlc Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 (edited) Zip came to me at the beginning of this month as a 12 1/2 year old return due to his owner's illness. I was happy to welcome this old guy into my home, hoping I could offer him a cushy way to live out his years. Sadly, Zip was not well, and this morning I had to help him to the Bridge. I am so sad to have had to let him go so soon and that I could not help him more, but am so glad I was able to give him a loving home during his final days. Here's Zippy on the pillow that he claimed as his own. He tossed it around and pulled it into every room, it was the only bed he would sleep on. Catching a sunny spot with Luna. God speed, Zippy. Even though our time together was short, know that you were very much loved. Edited November 12, 2012 by schultzlc 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...
TheFullHouse Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Oh Laura, I'm so sorry. How wonderful that you were able to give him love and a comfy home for his last days. Run free Zippy. 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...
smday Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Thank you for being there for him even though it was only for a few days. He did look happy with his special bed. Quote Lexi the pointeresque mutt (1999), Homer the chi mix (2010) and Lacey the ? (2009). Always remembering Dita, Best, Oba, Bubba, and the others at the bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 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...
revamp Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 What a wonderful thing you did for him. Glad he had some time with you. Quote ~Amanda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 :f_pink :f_pink Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I'm so sorry. 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...
PrairieProf Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I'm so sorry -- that is so sad. He does look quite contented though. RIP, Zip. 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...
Guest Downtownhoundz Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Oh gosh....I'm so very happy he knew love and safety in his final days..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I am so very sorry. Godspeed, Zip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Laura, I honestly and truly can understand your loss of Zip. In April of this year I adopted an 11 yr old broodie named Crystal. She left me 18 days later. She left me with such a broken and empty heart. Zip, you were loved til the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsugrad Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Handsome Zip looked like he was truly loved til his last day. Thank you for having taken him in. I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Rita, mom to Dakota (Dakotas Dream) & Wish (Kiowa Wish Wish) and my angels Toby (Sol Marcus) and Robin (Greys Robin Hood) Forever missing our beloved Robin and Toby "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." Anatole France Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest masa Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I'm so sorry your your loss. RIP Zip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytpups Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Jan with precious pups Emmy (Stormin J Flag) and Simon (Nitro Si) and Abbey Field. Missing my angels: Bailey Buffetbobleclair 11/11/98-17/12/09; Ben Task Rapid Wave 5/5/02-2/11/15; Brooke Glo's Destroyer 7/09/06-21/06/16 and Katie Crazykatiebug 12/11/06 -21/08/21. My blog about grief The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not get over the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to. ― Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I'm so sorry. I wish he'd been able to stay a bit longer--he certainly looks at home. Godspeed Zip. 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...
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racindog Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 God bless him and God bless you for giving him a home in his worse time of need. :f_red Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 You were there for Zip when he needed you. He knew you loved him. Thank you so much for taking him in. Rest well sweet boy. 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...
Remolacha Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I am sorry you didn't have longer time with him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 This is so sad. I am so sorry for the loss of such a sweet boy. Thank you for making his last days special. I am certain he will last for a long time in your memory book. G-d bless. 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...
Guest patgam Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I am so sorry for your loss of Zip. Run free Zip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I'm sorry Zip did not have more time with you. I am sure he was happy that you gave him a loving home in his final days. Run free Zip, 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...
Burpdog Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 He went with love and happy to have found his forever home. I don't know why it is that they stay as long as they need to, not as long as we want them to. Sending my sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I'm so sorry! I'm glad he got to spend his last few days in such obvious comfort and love. Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Heehoo Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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