EllenEveBaz Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Nutmeg and I are going to leave in a little bit for the last trip to the vet. She had such good results from two previous depo-medrol shots for her lumbosacral stenosis (LS) and arthritis, and at first it looked like last week's shot was going to give her a little more time. But the last two days she's been getting worse. Last night she fell and couldn't get back up by herself. Her rear legs start to sink the second she stands still. It's time. Even though she's taller than most females, in personality she's always been my "little" girl. She's sweet and loving to everyone (except maybe little dogs who act timid around her). I've made jokes over the years about her brain being a few sandwiches short of a full picnic basket, but she's had no trouble training me. She doesn't much care for walks or car rides, but puts up with them because the Pack Should Always Be Together. She can't bear for me to be gardening in the front yard, where she can see me but not be with me, and will stay out in the hot sun (which she hates) or cool breezes (which she hates) watching me from behind the fence. She is beautiful. Well, of course, she's a greyhound. But she's beautiful even for a greyhound. Her lines are exquisitely elegant. Her dark brindle fur gleams with different colors. Her crazy ears go in all directions, or are swept up in an updo like a 1940's pinup star. A friend told me Nutmeg was too plain a name for such a beautiful girl. She should have something exotic. But Nutmeg -- Meg -- suits her. Sweetly spicy without being cloying, even if she does always smell deliciously of cedar chips rather than apple pie. I chose her nine years ago on her first day in the adoption kennel. I was looking for a companion for old and grumpy Baz. Nutmeg was more interested in people than the other dogs, and I could tell she would give Bazzy his space. She stood next to me, ignoring everyone else, and I think she was telling me that she would always be a good friend. She has kept her promise. If dogs' spirits live on, I hope she can meet up with her beloved Scout. That would be her idea of heaven. Win Carole Win, 7/3/2001 to 9/16/2014. Nutmeg. Meggy. Meggymoo. The Brindle Babe. Brindilicious. So Pretty and so Good. 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...
robinw Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Oh, Ellen, I'm so very sorry. Hoping for a peaceful journey. Take care of yourself, too, ok? 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...
Guest normaandburrell Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 So sorry. Will be thinking of you and your girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cristar Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 This is the hardest part - letting them go when their mind is willing but their little body just won't cooperate. I wish your sweet one a gentle passing. I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I'm so sorry it's Nutmeg's time to leave, and I wish her a peaceful journey. Your tribute to her is beautiful. Quote Rachel with Doolin Doodle Dooooo, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our gorgeous, gutsy girlhounds Sweep and Willa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I was in this place on July 27. Thinking of you and your sweet girl, and I, too, wish peace for both of you. Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carronstar Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I am so very sorry it is Nutmeg's day to leave you. My prayers for a peaceful passing. Fly fast and free, Nutmeg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnF Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I'm so sorry. May Nutmeg's passing take her straight to the Bridge where she'll find my golden brindle 'Angel' waiting to show the way. Your tribute is perfect.... and I think we do get to meet them in spirit again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2four Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Ellen, I'm sorry about Nutmeg. Praying for a peaceful passing. Quote Tin and Michael and Lucas, Picasso, Hero, Oasis, Galina, Neizan, Enzo, Salvo and Noor the Galgos. Remembering Bridge Angel Greyhounds: Tosca, Jamey, Master, Diego, and Ambi; plus Angel Galgos Jules, Marco and Baltasar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerlinsMum Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I'm so very sorry it's time for you to say goodbye, Ellen. Thinking of you and Nutmeg. Quote Kerry with Lupin in beautiful coastal Maine. Missing Pippin, my best friend and sweet little heart-healer 2013-2023 Also missing the best wizard in the world, Merlin, and my sweet 80lb limpet, Sagan, every single day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, 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...
Guest patgam Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I am so sorry that Nutmeg is leaving you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I'm so sorry you have to say goodbye to your dear girl. Go gently, Nutmeg. 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...
schultzlc Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Wishing your Nutmeg a peaceful passing. I am so sorry. 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...
lukasmom Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I am so sorry you have to say goodbye for now to your sweet Nutmeg. May her passing be gentle and peaceful. Run free baby girl and know your Momma loves you so. I had to say goodbye for now to my sweet girl on August 29th so I know and share your sadness. May her memories bring you comfort in this difficult time. Hugs- Jan and Luka Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fostr_Mom Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Have a peaceful journey sweet Nutmeg. Your mom wrote a beautiful tribute for you. My condolences on your loss. Quote <p>Mom to Kyle (Diehard Kyle) & Angel Gracie (KB's Sankey) Foster Mom for AFG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Very gentle hugs. Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Run pain-free, Nutmeg. 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...
greymomnc Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 :f_pinkI'm so very sorry. No matter how long we get, it's never enough time. Sending many prayers for your heart to heal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Oh Ellen, I didn't realize Meg was that old. I kept thinking of her as a 5 yr old. I'm so very sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundlov Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Gentle hugs and lovely smoochies for your girl. Quote Mary in Houston Everyone has a photographic memory, but not everyone has film. LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Sending my sympathy & hugs Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surrygreys Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 I am so sorry. Quote Marge & Bob with Jane (Jane Krakowski) and Nora the cat. Missing hounds Heidi, Macho, Blair and Henry, and kitties Penny and Isa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feisty49 Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 It's so sad and I'm sorry for your loss. You wrote beautifully about your girl. She was wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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