Beachbum1 Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 So very sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 I've been checking every day and thinking of you and Andy. Andy was beautiful. And, what a lucky boy he was to find his way to you. I know you fit a lot of love and good times into those 17 months, and that you did your very best for your sweet boy. As always, I think you are such a special person for giving your home and your heart to these seniors, and please know that my heart goes out to you, Jan. You are in my thoughts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AimeeBee Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 I'm so very sorry, what a lovely tribute. Rest easy, Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 I am so sorry to hear Andy is gone. The seniors, their time with us may not be very long, but it is all that much sweeter for being so...concentrated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneGTS Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Oh Jan, 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...
Busderpuddle Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Sad, I am so sorry it was time to say goodbye. Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocsDoctor Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 A life well lived, but I'm sorry all the same that he couldn't stay with you for longer . Run free sweet boy, knowing how well you were loved. Quote Clare with Tiger (Snapper Gar, b. 18/05/2015), and remembering Ken (Boomtown Ken, 01/05/2011-21/02/2020) and Doc (Barefoot Doctor, 20/08/2001-15/04/2015)."It is also to be noted of every species, that the handsomest of each move best ... and beasts of the most elegant form, always excel in speed; of this, the horse and greyhound are beautiful examples."----Wiliam Hogarth, The Analysis of Beauty, 1753. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiona3 Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Jan, your tribute to Andy is beautiful and moving. In bringing Andy home, you gave him the gift of continuing a happy and loving home that started with his original family. He was really special, a sweet and gentle guy who clearly loved being at Camp Greyhound. Although he couldn't stay longer, what a joyful life he had during his time with you. Watching him bond with Sweet, then Bea was wonderful to see. Rest well Andy! All the Campers who have gone before you are waiting for you to join them. Quote Hobbes - April 2, 1994 to April 9, 2008-----Tasha - May 23, 2000 to March 31, 2013 Fiona - Aug 29, 2001 to May 5, 2014-----Bailey - March 22, 2001 to Jan 20, 2015 Zeke - June 1, 2004 - Jan 26, 2016----Callie - July 14, 2006 to July 27, 2019 Forever in my heart: Chooch, Molly, Dylan & Lucy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlies_Dad Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Jan, I am so very sorry. He was such a sweet boy even with his quirks and I know you will miss him so much. You gave him an awesome home that he will always remember. Run free Andy, 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...
heartdogs Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Sorry Andy had to leave but I bet he will send another senior to you to be loved as he was. He was a very handsome gentleman. Hugs to you Jan & the campers. Run free Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Oh no. I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Andy. 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...
DesiRayMom Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 I made it all the way to the picture of his paw on your foot before my eyes started leaking. Happy Trails, Andy. Your time at CampGreyhound may not have been the longest, but you sure did make it count. Quote Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyE Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 I am so sorry. I loved seeing his photos and reading of his adventures. 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...
JustSnoozing Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Very sad to see that Andy has left you. Quote Dippy (Dinky Dipstick) and Velvet (Redbrick Velvet). Remembering sweet handsome Rebel (Emporio Rebel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawthorn Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 I'm so sorry you had to say goodbye to Andy. Quote When a relationship of love is disrupted, the relationship does not cease. The love continues; therefore, the relationship continues. The work of grief is to reconcile and redeem life to a different love relationship. ~ W Scott Lineberry Always Greyhounds Home Boarding and Greyhounds With Love House Sitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 Hugs to you, Jan. Thank you for loving Andy and sharing him with us. 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...
queenwinniesmom Posted September 6, 2015 Share Posted September 6, 2015 your tribute is filled with such love and understanding for your sweet, quirky guy. andy was blessed to be one of your beloved campers in his later years. i'm so sorry he had to leave you too soon. 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...
XTRAWLD Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 Ugh, this thread got me. I'm so sorry Andy had to go. The feeling of trying to fix it myself is still fresh in my mind and I completely understand. You gave him a great ending. I'm certain Kasey will help show him around. Godspeed Andy Quote Proudly owned by:10 year old "Ryder" CR Redman Gotcha May 201012.5 year old Angel "Kasey" Goodbye Kasey Gotcha July 2005-Aug 1, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted September 7, 2015 Author Share Posted September 7, 2015 (edited) Thank you all so much. I realized that I'm back to where I was ten years ago, with two younger boys and an older female. It has been quiet here, even with three. 9/19/15: This morning I realize for the first time since Andy left that we no longer have to hide the bathroom trash in the closet Edited September 19, 2015 by FiveRoooooers 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...
Guest gotgr8hnds Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 Jan, I wish Andy could have stayed with you longer and I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm wondering if his first family was given information about who had adopted him. If so, as hard as it was to give him up, I'm sure their hearts were warmed knowing he would be dearly loved and cherished by you for his remaining time here on earth . . . I'm so glad that he found you! He was a beautiful boy & I loved your photos and story about him. As I close, I'm headed out to my screened-in porch to ring my windchimes & say 'good-bye' to your sweet Andy. ~ May he kick up the wind and dance on the wings of angels ~ Hugs & much love to you and your campers . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 Oh, Andy. Such a good boy you were. Rest well, sweet one. 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...
Kestrel Posted September 7, 2015 Share Posted September 7, 2015 Oh, Andy. I'm so sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing him with us. 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...
kikibean Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 So sorry that Andy had to leave so soon We'll miss him. He was a good boy. Quote Wingnut (DC Wingnut), Voo Doo (Voo Doo von Bonz), Barb (Myokie Barb) & Romey (Nose Stradamus)at the bridge Molly (CM Blondie) 9/8/14, Maddy (Reuniting) 10/17/13, Rocky (Ranco Popeye) 1/7/12, Mimi (Flying Ringneck) 8/13/09 and RJ (RJ What For) 5/3/05 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smurfette Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 I'm so sorry for your loss. I feel deeply for you perhaps because I have my own Andy here, roaching on the sofa with his muzzle already getting white. Your tribute reminds of the transience of life. It is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and memories. Quote Sorry for butchering the english language. I try to keep the mistakes to a minimum. Nadine with Paddy (Zippy Mullane), Saoirse (Lizzie Be Nice), Abu (Cillowen Abu) and bridge angels Colin (Dessies Hero) and Andy (Riot Officer). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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