Guest ShelbysMom Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 My name is Carol. I'm the proud Mom of a beautiful greyhound girl named Shelby. My husband and I adopted Shelby back in 2004, and she instantly became my heart doggie. I've had many dogs over the years, but Shelby is the one that can look into my eyes and know exactly what's in my heart. She knows me better than my husband at times. Shelby was born April 20, 2001......yes, she is 14 years, 8 months and 6 days old. Those with greys this age understand why the age is said this way.....every day is so very precious. I was a member of Greytalk back on 2004/2005, but over time I visited the forum less and less often. Finally my membership lapsed entirely. I have found myself back here today for a bit of research on the various issues related to geriatric greyhounds, and thought that signing up again felt right at this point as I'm really having troubles coping with Shelby's progression towards the "end". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundlov Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 Welcome back! 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...
4My2Greys Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 (edited) Welcome back! I recognized your GT name right away. Shelby's age is incredible. Every day is truly precious when they get to that age. Edited to add I reread your post, specifically the last sentence. You've come to the right place for support. Edited December 26, 2015 by 4My2Greys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 Welcome back from Delaware. Shelby is amazing to be over 14 years old. Each day is a blessing. 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 ShelbysMom Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 (edited) Welcome back! Welcome back! I recognized your GT name right away. Shelby's age is incredible. Every day is truly precious when they get to that age. Edited to add I reread your post, specifically the last sentence. You've come to the right place for support. Welcome back from Delaware. Shelby is amazing to be over 14 years old. Each day is a blessing. Thank you all for the warm welcome. I'd love to share a picture of Shelby, but haven't figured that out just yet. Edited December 26, 2015 by ShelbysMom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spottydog Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 Congratulations on nurturing a hound to almost 15 years old! I look forward to seeing a pic of her if you can manage it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Potomacpupsmom Posted December 26, 2015 Share Posted December 26, 2015 Treasure every day with her. You are very fortunate to share her life for so long! Quote Humans Kathy and Jim with our girls, Ivy (Carolina Spoon) and Cherry (Fly Cherry Pie) Missing our beautiful angel Breeze (Dighton Breeze) and angel Beka (BM Beko) - you are forever in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted December 27, 2015 Share Posted December 27, 2015 Obviously you have been doing things just right with Shelby. That is a wonderful age for any dog to reach. We had a GSDx who lived very well until well over 14. Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahsBlackPack Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 Hi again! And welcome back! I thought that name looked familiar? My first user name was SarahandKatieZ I believe? Quote Sarah, mom to Stella and Winston . And to Prince, Katie Z, Malone, Brooke, Freddie, Angel and Fast who are all waiting at the Bridge!www.gpawisconsin.org Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winnie Posted December 28, 2015 Share Posted December 28, 2015 Welcome Back Carol and Shelby! We recently lost our Darcy who lived until 14 years 10 months. She was a tough old dog and preferred the term super senior. Darcy was still going up/down stairs, enjoying daily walks, and a (mostly) healthy appetite right up until her final days. A rapid growing soft tissue sarcoma on her side is what got her in the end. Wishing you many good days ahead with your girl! 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...
EllenEveBaz Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 Welcome back to you and Shelby. 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...
ozgirl2 Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 Welcome back!! I remember you from the 'olden days'!!! Were you in Maryland back then?? Quote Jeannine with Merlin, the crazed tabby cat and his sister, Jasmine, the brat-cat With Angel Cody(Roving Gemini), and Weenie the tortie waiting at the Bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ShelbysMom Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Welcome back!! I remember you from the 'olden days'!!! Were you in Maryland back then?? Nope, always in Virginia. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliemac Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Welcome back ... and we look forward to hearing more about Shelby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest IrskasMom Posted January 11, 2016 Share Posted January 11, 2016 Welcome back. Carol and Shelby . Shelby's Age is amazing and every Day is a Gift and a Blessing . Hug Shelby for me . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meandmy Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 Welcome back. I remember your screen name from long ago as well I also had a "super senior" who we lost at 14.5 last year. We dealt with many age related issues, including incontinence (mostly) and hind-end weakness (not nearly as big of a deal, but necessitated altered sleeping arrangements toward the end). It's hard when you know that it's a miracle to have even made it this far. When things got difficult for us sometimes, I would remember how many people wished they were in our shoes instead losing their pups much too young. I wish you and Shelby all the best! Quote Jenn, missing Shadow (Wickford Big Tom), Pretty Girl (C's Pretty) and Tori (Santoria) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ShelbysMom Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 Thank you for the continued warm welcomes to this returning greyhound lover. Some of you don't know, as it's posted in another thread within Health & Medical, Shelby crossed over The Rainbow Bridge on 1/4. My heart shattered into a million little pieces that day, and each day since has been a struggle (some days have been better than others). Thanks again for the warm welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill419 Posted January 17, 2016 Share Posted January 17, 2016 Sorry for your loss. You are very fortunate to have had Shelby in your life for so long. I've only had one greyhound live to that age. If you were on greytalk in 2005 you may remember my adopting Susie in March 2005 at 3 weeks before her 14th birthday. We had her for 14 months. She was a little over 15 when she left us in May 2006. Quote PRINCESS ANGELS: SUSIE (BANDIT SUE) 3/26/1991-5/13/2006, TIPPER (MPS KRISTINA) 7/23/1999-2/4/2008, LADYBUG (BB'S LADYBUG) 5/19/2005-7/9/2008, HAPPY 12/2000-10/9/2013, RICHY (DON L RICHY RICH) 11/5/2002-5/17/2015, DARREN 9/24/2005-3/2/2017, TUCKER (AWESOME ABILITY) 12/29/2004-12/4/2017, BUG (BB'S DANCING BUG) 5/19/2005-11/17/2018, Dee (KIOWA DIANDRA) 10/9/2007-6/20/2022, Buddy (PJ PLUTARCH) 11/21/2013-9/8/2023) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ShelbysMom Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 Sorry for your loss. You are very fortunate to have had Shelby in your life for so long. I've only had one greyhound live to that age. If you were on greytalk in 2005 you may remember my adopting Susie in March 2005 at 3 weeks before her 14th birthday. We had her for 14 months. She was a little over 15 when she left us in May 2006. Thank you so much. In fact I do remember you to the extent I remember someone who opened their heart to a senior. I don't recall Susie's story (how she happened to be up for adoption at that age), but I do remember being so very thankful that someone was willing to open their home and love her for what little time she may have had left. Wow....14 wonderful months! You were so lucky to have had her in your life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted January 19, 2016 Share Posted January 19, 2016 So very sorry for your loss of Shelby. I remember her very well. Welcome back to GT. I have lost most of mine, including Jilly Bean. 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...
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