RobinM Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 My beloved Zander. My one and only Prince. November 17, 2008 - March 12, 2016 One year 10 days post amputation. Cancer robbed another innocent soul. I want to honor Zander's life rather than grieve it. He brought us so much joy and made a seamlessly integration with our already established pack. He was our resident mouth piece who showed his excitement by barking like a certain cow doggie who happened to be his mother. But his roo, his beautiful baritone roo was both music to our ears and a beauty to behold. Head back. Needle Nose straight up and he sang with soul. Speaking of soul. Zander's eyes. He has the deepest, most expressive brown eyes I have ever seen. The most beautiful eyes....and they followed me everywhere, all the time. He positioned himself on a certain bed, his bed, so he could follow everything I did. Aside from having a deep appreciation of food ( particularly Vienna fingers) Zander lived for his walkies. Even after his amputation, within 3 weeks, he was leading the pack on 2 one mile walks a day. Literally, leading the pack. But, he hated his coat. When he saw the coats come out, I would have to chase him around the dining room table, then he would run back into the den and plop down on his bed, making getting the coat on more difficult. So, many times, we said the hell with it. It was comical. Seriously comical. He didn't "do coats". It became a game. He won. Always. Luckily, he had his own natural fur coat. Like his momma before him, he had the lushest, thickest, most beautiful coat of hair I have ever felt. And so soft. My fingers became buried in the thickness of it. And how he loved when I ran my fingers through his coat. And I did. All the time. I could stroke him for hours. And I did. All he time. But my favorite part of Zander's "looks " was the black smudge across the side of his face. That was what I called "the Elsie kissy spot". And kiss it I did. He thrived on the loving. He loved to be loved. Boy, did he wind up in the right place because Rich and I adored loving him. When he slept or was just laid out chilling and relaxed, he looked like a sleeping Prince. My Prince. I could never express how much I will miss him. I can honestly say that my heart will never be the same. Again, as with Elsie, I hope I get some sort of sign. Not being a believer, I'd like to be proven wrong. Sweet dreams, my Prince. I love you and I always will. Forever and ever.... Goodnight, Sweet Prince. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 So very sorry for your loss. Rest well, Zander. 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...
Hubcitypam Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I.m sorry Robin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I am so sorry he was way too young Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Robin I am so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teri_d Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Beautiful tribute to Zander who fought the brave fight -- a hearty roo in his memory and a big hug for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozgirl2 Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Hugs... I'm very sorry, Robin... 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...
sabrina Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Zander you have now joined one of the largest clubs at the bridge. Now you are your old self so go run with the others that damn cancer took from us before their time . Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Robin and Rich, I am so very sorry for your loss. Quote Old Dogs are the Best Dogs. Thank you, campers. Current enrollees: Punkin. AnnIE Oooh M, Ebbie, HollyBeeBop (Betty Crocker). 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...
Fiona3 Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Robin, I am so sorry. I remember when Zander came home to you. Zander was a comfort and reminder of Elsie right from the first day. He found his own special place in your heart. Your beautiful remembrance shows how much he was loved and felt the same about you. Treasure those memories and little moments. He'll find a way to send you a sign. Rest well sweet boy. 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...
robinw Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I'm so very sorry, Robin 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...
Batmom Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Hugs, Robin and Rich. Godspeed, sweetheart. 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...
KahluasMagic Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I'm so sorry Robin. Quote Lynn Missing Pepper,Magic,Kahlua, Hobbit Ziggy Jasper and Bella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greydawg Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Heartbreaking. Osteo claimed another sweet soul. I am so very sorry. Run with the wind, Zander. Hugs to your people as they try to adjust to your loss. Quote Cheryl - "Mom" to RUNNER (Gunnah, born 6/15/2012) and FARGO (Ridin Shotgun, born 8/21/2015). Missing my Grey-Angels HEISMAN (RX Heisman) (3/29/2005-2/1/2016) and ALEX (Bevenly) (4/15/2005-6/7/2018). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 So very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MP_the4pack Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Oh Robin. My heart sank when I saw his name here. I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I am very sorry for the loss of your Zander. 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...
Time4ANap Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Run free, Zander. 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...
JustSnoozing Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 So sorry Zander has gone. Quote Dippy (Dinky Dipstick) and Velvet (Redbrick Velvet). Remembering sweet handsome Rebel (Emporio Rebel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 My heart is breaking for you. I just can't find the words sometimes. The tribute was so beautiful and very powerful. My deepest sympathy. :f_red :f_red Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neighsayer Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Johberry Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 Very sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradymom Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 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...
RaineysMom Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I'm so very sorry :( Quote Kim and Bruce - with Rick (Rick Roufus 6/30/16) and missing my sweet greyhound Angels Rainey (LG's Rainey 10/4/2000 - 3/8/2011), Anubis (RJ's Saint Nick 12/25/2001 - 9/12/12) and Zeke (Hey Who Whiz It 4/6/2009 - 7/20/2020) and Larry (PTL Laroach 2/24/2007 - 8/2/2020) -- and Chester (Lab) (8/31/1990 - 5/3/2005), Captain (Schipperke) (10/12/1992 - 6/13/2005) and Remy (GSP) (?/?/1998 - 1/6/2005) at the bridge"Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -- Ernest Hemmingway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 I'm so very sorry. He was much much too young to leave... Godspeed Zander. 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...
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