fsugrad Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 (edited) Today we had to say goodbye to our sweet, handsome 11 year old Toby. He had been limping on his right front leg for the last few weeks. As soon as it started, I began suspecting the dreaded osteo, so I started him on pain meds. It got to the point this week that he was having trouble bearing weight on his right leg. I took him to the vet today and she confirmed osteo. We had no choice but to say goodbye. Thankfully, my husband, older son, and I were all off work today, and our younger son is home from college, so we all were able to be with him as he passed peacefully. I don't even know where to begin to describe Toby. He was our first greyhound. He came to us 8 years ago, straight off the track at Derby Lane. He was loveable, gorgeous, and had the most perfect, happy temperament. He lost an eye last year to glaucoma but other than than this he was in wonderful shape and enjoyed going on hikes and outings up until this last month. We will miss him terribly but I am so thankful for him. Because of him I have made so many friends and I like to think that through my greyhound volunteer work I've helped a few hounds find their forever homes, too. I hope to see him again someday and hope he is running pain-free again at the Bridge with Robin, our other greyhound angel. He will be forever missed. Rest in peace, sweet baby. We love you so very much. First picture I ever saw of him. I knew I had to have him! Total sweetheart, always so happy! He was a sight to see when he was running full speed. I hope he and Robin are running together again at the Rainbow Bridge. I can't believe they are both gone now. Our handsome boy. Even though he lost an eye to glaucoma last year, he was still our handsome boy, who loved going on outings and hikes. Edited July 3, 2015 by fsugrad 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...
45MPHK9 Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 Rita, I'm so sorry for your loss of Toby. I will always remember him with Robin. I'm sure they are happy and together again, running at the bridge. 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...
winnie Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 I'm so sorry, Rita. Toby was a lucky boy to be part of your family for so many years. I'm sure he is running with Robin over the Rainbow Bridge. Quote Laura with Celeste (ICU Celeste) and Galgos Beatrix and Encarna The Horse - Gracie (MD Grace E) Bridge Angels Faye Oops (Santa Fe Oops), Bonny (Bonny Drive), Darcy (D's Zipperfoot) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnF Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 So sorry to read of your loss. When we lose a heart dog it can be devastating; but later though we feel so very glad that we got to share our lives with one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 So very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 {{{{{{{{{{Rita & family}}}}}}}}}} I'm so sorry he couldn't stay longer. Toby, be a good boy over the Bridge. You are missed already and always will be. 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...
ramonaghan Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 So sorry for the loss of your handsome boy. Rest well, Toby. Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted July 3, 2015 Share Posted July 3, 2015 Run pain-free, Toby. 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...
bradymom Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote The handsome boy Brady, mid-morning nap. The sun, the sun feels so, so, so good. I can't keep my eyes open ... ... Retirement agrees ... ... and the Diva Ms India, 2001 - 10/16/2009 .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I am so, so sorry. 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...
GreyPoopon Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I'm so very sorry. Your handsome boy left much too soon. Godspeed Toby. 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...
robinw Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I'm so very sorry, Rita. 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...
galgrey Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 Oh, I'm so sorry to see this. 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...
teri_d Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 Tonight a toast to the VERY handsome and much loved Toby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 {{Rita}} My heart sank when I saw Toby's name here. I am so sorry. For sure, he and Robin are together again, smiling, pain-free, the pony and the baby bird together again (that was one of my most favorite of your posts about your sweet boys). Godspeed Toby. 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 July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I am so sorry He and Robin are together again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I do hate cancer. It is the thief who robs us, everyday, of those we love. I am so very sorry for the loss of your very handsome, Toby. 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...
greymomnc Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I am so sorry to read this Rita. I know how special he and Robin both were to you and your family. You will meet again one day. It seems like a dog generation has been lost. The times goes so fast. Run Free Toby.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubcitypam Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 (edited) Run free among the stars sweet boy. Edited July 4, 2015 by Hubcitypam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I'm so very sorry for your loss. 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...
nmontgomery48 Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 What a handsome boy....I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Nancy~Mom to Wizard July 9, 2006 and Lexie June 25, 2009 Always in my heart, my goofy boy Sarge 8-25-04....5-17-11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINMANPDX Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I'm deeply sorry for your loss. Godspeed Toby. Quote Theresa (Tess) Mom to Elliott (Sol Flasher) and Lea (PTL Lea) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spottydog Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 So sorry osteo claimed your handsome boy. Run free, sweetheart! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busderpuddle Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Toby Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneGTS Posted July 4, 2015 Share Posted July 4, 2015 Rita, I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Anne, Sasha & Tapas. Spriet (2002-2015), Tibbie (2000-2015) and Gunda (1996-2009) www.sighthoundgoodies.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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