gracegirl Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 (edited) My beautiful Grace, my very best friend, my heart dog is gone. I am heartbroken and lost without her. I was playing with her at 7pm on Friday, even videoing her because she was being extra silly, and by 8pm we were on our way to the e-vet. DBF Ryan was there with me as she crossed shortly after midnight. Her neck swelled up, she couldnt breathe. We put her under anesthesia to buy us some time for a diagnosis but blood work, x-rays and an ultrasound were all inconclusive. She was not going to get better. This was a totally unexpected loss, she was in great health and a month shy of her 10th birthday. In 2006 I got a job where they allowed dogs at work. My apartment complex had a weight limit of 60lbs, so when I was looking for a greyhound I needed one on the small side. I had five females and one male to pick from the day I went to the kennel. Within 5 minutes of arriving at GPI Grace had picked me. None of the other dogs seemed remotely interested in me, but she stood up in her crate, wagged her tail, her brown eyes melted my soul and whispered "It's me. I'm the one, I'm your dog". Boy was she ever correct! She had never been in a car, never done stairs, never been in an elevator, never been on shiny floors, and had never been around non-greys. I put her in my car and took her to Downtown Seattle...busy, hectic, loud, full-of small-fuzzies Downtown Seattle. I lived alone and on the second floor, so I took her to potty and said a prayer as we tried the stairs. She didn't hesitate and went right up. From that moment forward she and I learned about dog ownership together. Not that I had much work to do, she was the perfect first dog. I lived in three different states at eight different addresses with her. She never minded a move, as long as I was with her she was just fine. She's an international traveler, having visited Vancouver B.C. on two occasions. She loved riding in the car, going to the dog park, and she simply adored both my brothers but especially Geoff. She was a very quiet girl, except when she needed to be the fun police. She loved having her ears rubbed and she loved cleaning Fenway's ears too. She would clean them every morning. I'm so glad I got that on video. I could write a novel about that girl and what she meant to me. I have endless stories about her beauty and grace. She was so perfectly named. We miss her. We miss her something terrible. I knew losing my heart dog would hurt, I just never knew it would hurt this much. Until we meet again, my friend. Go find Ollie and all the other wonderful furry friends who had to leave us. Find Uncle Joe, Dziadziu and Grandma too. Dziadziu is probably feeding you all the table scraps you want as I type this. I'll see you again soon, you will always be in my heart. Me and my girl Her very first bed Her best friend, Ugly Kitty Oh my, those ears She helped me raise Fenway, she was the best big sissy She loved that beach She loved running with Fen The family, she thought Ryan hung the moon My favorite pic of my dignified girl. She loved sitting in the sun. I'm so glad I took the camera out this day last fall. This is my absolute favorite of her, it captures her perfectly. This is how I will remember her always. Edited February 6, 2013 by gracegirl Quote Poppy the lurcher 11/24/23 Gabby the Airedale 7/1/18 Forever missing Grace (RT's Grace), Fenway (not registered, def a greyhound), Jackson (airedale terrier, honorary greyhound), and Tessie (PK's Cat Island) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spottydog Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 What a beautiful, distinctive girl. So sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tricolorhounds Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I am so very sorry... ... run free Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gryhndsr4us Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 What a beautiful girl!. I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Sue ,Sky and Dood, Bridge angels Clark, Gypsy, Dreamy and Sneakers, Oshkosh,WI Heartbound Greyhound Adoption<p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I am so very sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hollis Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Oh man. I'm so sorry. Quote My sweet angel Tanner-"Showoffs Magic" 79D-82695. DOB 7/22/99. Gotcha Day 6/20/05. Bridge Day 3/11/10. Big Beautiful Brave Angel Norm-"Showoffs Storm" 89B-83263. DOB 8/16/99. Gotcha Day 3/24/06. Bridge Day 4/20/13. Angel Girl Bree-"Breezy Betty" 201A-93631. DOB 2/05/01. Gotcha Day 5/11/10. Bridge Day 10/07/11. She reached the beach.... Maci-"CF's Owhatanite" 44H-29320. DOB 10/05/04. Gotcha Day 10/11/11. Greta-"Greta's Milam" 90B-54582. DOB 9/17/10. Gotcha Day 11/30/12. Bridge Day 03/30/17. Ben-"P Kay Key Train" 63A-61271. DOB 6/2/13. Gotcha Day 12/26/15. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greydawg Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Oh, what a punch to your heart... I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Cheryl - "Mom" to RUNNER (Gunnah, born 6/15/2012) and FARGO (Ridin Shotgun, born 8/21/2015). Missing my Grey-Angels HEISMAN (RX Heisman) (3/29/2005-2/1/2016) and ALEX (Bevenly) (4/15/2005-6/7/2018). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 She looks so much like our first grey, Brandy. I am so 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...
MarcR Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I'm so very sorry. Your tribute to her reminded me of my Honey who I also lost very suddenly. Run free, Grace 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...
Burpdog Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Sending my sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BootsyCollins Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Lauren, she was lovely. And so very special. I am truly sorry. Quote Christie and Bootsy (Turt McGurt and Gil too) Loving and missing Argos & Likky, forever and ever. ~Old age means realizing you will never own all the dogs you wanted to. ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 :f_pink Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Oh, those special brindle girls. 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...
Batmom Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I'm sorry for your sudden loss. She was a beauty, wasn't she? And a good 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I am so very sorry. Our situations were similiar... first greyhound (and brindle!), alone, second floor, the STAIRS ... no problem. Right there, an enormous amount of trust was born. I love how Grace said to you 'It's me.... I'm the one ..." Godspeed special girl. 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...
JohnF Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 So sorry to read of your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryz Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I'm so sorry. She was truly a "best friend". 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...
TheFullHouse Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Oh no! I was so shocked to see her name here. I'm so so sorry for your loss. Your girl was indeed very special. Godspeed Grace. 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...
maggiespet Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I'm so very sorry. GodSpeed lovely Grace. Quote http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/mtbucket/siggies/Everyday-2.jpgJane - forever servant to the whims and wishes of Maggie (L's Magnolia of JCKC) and Sam the mutt pup.[/b] She's classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PhillyPups Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Lauren, I am so very very sorry. I know the depth of the pain of such a sudden loss, one moment they are fine, the next gone. The only consolation is that they did not suffer long at all, and she spent her last moments with the one she loved most on the earth, playing. There are no words Run with the angels beautiful Grace, you are with the very very best ~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I am so Very Sorry! Run Free Beautiful Grace! Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest undergreysspell Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I'm so very sorry you lost your sweet girl. Godspeed Grace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I am so sorry. It is so hard when they leave us, but when it is sudden, it is even harder I think. You are in my thoughts. Quote Patty, Mom to Jaxson 5/12/2017 Forever in my heart: Joey 11/01/2007 to 12/06/2018, Scout 11/19/2005 to 07/15/15 and Jack 01/03/2004 to 06/11/2011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I'm sorry for your sudden loss of Grace. What a pretty girl she was. 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...
Guest IrskasMom Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 I am so sorry for the Loss of your sweet Gracie Girl . Run free Sweetie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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