EllenEveBaz Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 (edited) In analyzing Romie’s (Prime Force) racing record, Dmdsmoxie on this board said he was an exciting runner because he could figure out how to get to the front from any position. Romie was always watching and figuring things out. He never made one wrong move from the day he arrived to the day he had to leave. He stayed at the GFNC adoption kennel for almost a year. When I arrived and asked who needed a home the most, they said it was “Force.” Not a thing wrong with him, they said, just very quiet, black, getting some white on his face, and people walked right by him. Other people’s loss; my gain. He was very quiet and reserved. Not shy, but not outgoing. He’d come up to people, sniff and say hi, and then go back to observing. Except for kids – he loved kids. He was civil to other dogs but didn’t play much. He didn’t interact much with most people, either, but you learned his signs. He’d come up behind you and touch his nose to your left elbow – always the left – to signal that he wanted pets. He was always the first dog to move with me when I walked to another room. In the last year, he did start cuddling on the couch occasionally – he’d lie down so his back and shoulders were next to my hand, and make satisfied little grunty sounds in his sleep. Sometimes he was goofy and playbowed to me. When we moved to this house, he would come charging through the dog door and into the kitchen, skid on the kitchen tile, and end up sliding across the floor to BANG into the cabinets. After a few incidents like that, he decided the kitchen floor was Evil and didn’t want to step on it. This was a problem, since his bowl stand was just inside the kitchen doorway. We worked out a compromise where I put a runner just touching the threshold and he stood as far back as possible and leaned that long neck forward and ate. He didn’t like to get his fur brushed, and would try to disappear on grooming days. He always came when called and endured it, however. He refused to hang out on the patio with the other dogs and me, and I wonder if that was because that was the fur brushing place. He’d go in the dog door, lie on the rug, and watch through the sliding glass door. Same with teeth brushing. He never objected when I showed up toothbrush in hand, but when I tried to save time by brushing the dogs’ teeth when they accompanied me to the bathroom, he simply stopped coming in the bathroom. When we moved to our current home with a large yard, I had a 5-ft chain length fence installed. Soon, I began to see places where the fence bowed out from the inside. I was puzzled – I knew the dogs wouldn’t be charging the fence at other dogs or people. I finally figured it must be Mr. High Prey Drive’s ramming into the fence in pursuit of squirrels, rabbits, and groundhogs. He caught more than his fair share, and passed his hunting lore on to Milo. They made a formidable mini-pack. I can just hear Romie telling Milo the dog version of “Watch and learn, little grasshopper.” Romie’s increasingly white fur just added to his handsomeness. He came to me with his fur thin and kind of motheaten, but once we figured out what food agreed with him, the fur grew back thick and soft. It didn't have the high gloss of some black dogs, but people petting him would exclaim over its bunny softness. He loved to have his ribcage stroked, and have me tell him that he was so soft and strong. The far corner of the L-shaped sectional sofa was his; he’d lie with his back against the corner and raise his head just enough to scan the back yard hill through the window. He could change from sleepy koala to sleek black streak of a hunter in a heartbeat, flying out the dog door. He lived perfectly within my rules, but on his own terms. I will miss him always. Farewell, dark prince. Edited October 22, 2013 by EllenEveBaz Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Such a beautiful tribute to your boy. I am so sorry that he had to leave you. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Rita the podenco maneta, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I'm so sorry for your loss. Godspeed, sweet boy. 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...
Guest greybookends Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 So very sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I am so sad and sorry to read this. Take comfort in know that your boy is at peace with the angels. 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 june Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds like you were both blessed. Godspeed beautiful boy. HUGS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I am so sorry for your loss. The quiet ones can really sneak into your heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Ellen, I am so sad for you and the rest of us who loved him from far away. I'm so very sorry :groouphug 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...
dante2zoe Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Lovely tribute for your wonderful dog. Those quiet ones really are a Force to reckoned with, aren't they? I am so very sorry for your loss. I imagine your house is more quiet than you ever thought. 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...
4My2Greys Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 A beautiful and well deserved tribute. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I am truly sorry for your Loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finnsliz Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I'm sorry for your loss. It's amazing how they all find their unique ways of grabbing our hearts. Sweet tribute to your handsome roman nosed companion. Quote <p>Finn, Wink, Birdie, Snap and SmokeyJG Quicknfast 7/25/99-5/16/08, JG Quickwink 7/25/99-9/22/13, Iruska SweetDuv 7/19/03-11/9/16, Delbar 6/11/11 and Catahoula Smokey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kestrel Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I'm so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a wonderful friend. I'm so glad you found each other. Quote Kendra, devoted walker of Henry (Tom Jones: Great Son x Lucia) Missing Badger (Vf Get R Done: Quicksand Slip x Ll Tee el See), 5/04 - 2/14, who opened our hearts and our home to greyhounds; Kenzie (Slatex Kenzie: Randy Handy x Slatex Chrisy), 4/03 - 10/14, who really knew what a good dog she was; Falcon (Atascocita Sabat: Dodgem by Design x Atascocita Barb), 9/10 - 1/20, who was grumpy and snarky but eventually a little bit cuddly, too; Grandpa Grey the Galgo Español, 2008 (?) to 2022, who made us feel lucky to be the ones to teach him about pet life; and Lucia (Larking About x Anastasia, 5/12 to 8/23), our first brood matron and the sweetest speckly girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I am so sorry that your boy had to leave you. 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 October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I'm so very sorry for your loss of your special boy. 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Your tribute is beautiful, I feel as tho I know Romie as a friend. What a life you shared together and how well you understood each other. Those are true gifts. I read your other thread and was hoping, so hoping that there would be a favorable outcome. I am so sorry you've lost your good bud. Godspeed Romie. The floors at the Bridge aren't scary. 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...
Neighsayer Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
45MPHK9 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Ellen, I'm so sorry for your loss of your beloved Romie. 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...
Time4ANap Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Run free Romie. 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...
galgrey Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Such a lovely tribute! I'm so very sorry for your loss. 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...
greymomnc Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 I am so sorry to read this. I know you are missing him right now. Sending prayers for your heart to heal. Run Free Romie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queenwinniesmom Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 Many of us had been following your thread, and hoping for a different outcome. I'm so glad you found each other, and so sorry you lost your precious boy. 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...
Houndmommy03 Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 So sorry for your loss. Your tribute was beautiful. Quote <p>Kim and the hound - RumorMissing my angels Marlow, Silver, Holly and Lucky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted October 21, 2013 Share Posted October 21, 2013 I am so very sorry. Godspeed, Romie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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