Roo Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 (edited) "I don't think you'll want her - her leg is wonky." My parents met Daisy first. I had a list of three dogs (including Daisy) for them to look at at the shelter when they went to visit my grandparents, and with just one glance, my parents ruled her out. They had me on FaceTime and walked through the shelter, panning to show me the pups. They panned over Daisy and she was staring out the door of her pen, following them with her eyes as they walked by. Then they met the dogs. The first was a nervous shepherd mix who was afraid of my Dad. The second was a little corgi mx who barked constantly at nothing in particular. Then Dad panned the phone over, turning it to face him so he could tell me that they were going to head out, and there she stood, wonky leg jutting out sideways, staring at my parents through the fence, as if to say "Hey, I'm over here!" without actually making a sound. "You're there - you might as well go meet her," I said, pushing gently. So they did. Daisy climbed first into the volunteer's lap, then my Mom's. Two days later, I drove 2.5 hours to adopt her. The first thing she did was launch herself into my lap and nuzzle her head under my chin. That's all it took. I filled out the paperwork and took her home, free of charge thanks to an adoption promotion I hadn't known about. When they walked her out to the lobby, the timid little terrier I'd met in the back suddenly burst out in front of the volunteer, trying her best to drag him across the room, to me, and out to freedom. I didn't know what I'd gotten myself into. A lifelong greyhound person, I found having a terrier to be quite the change. She stared constantly. Her idea of cuddling was to stand on my chest and gaze deep into my eyes. She'd then sigh, lay down next to me, and snooze away. Her very favorite thing was putting her front paws in your lap and leaning hard into your body. If she liked you enough, she'd tuck her head under your chin. She loved the little things, like napping in a sunbeam. She tolerated all sorts of ridiculous outfits without complaint. She excelled at side-eye and was not shy about displaying her displeasure with a glare. She went to the beach with me for Easter, and though the water rushing up to touch her toes was rather offensive, she enjoyed the many different sniffs there were to sniff. We had a little routine, an exchange of "I love you"s that didn't involve words she couldn't say. She'd give my nose one gentle lick, and I'd smooch the top of her head in return. It was our thing. She had started having episodes back in May. Just two at first, then weeks without any, and then four in a week, including a really awful one where I wasn't sure she'd come out of it. The vet said they were either episodes of fainting from her heart, or she had a brain tumor. The vet said her next episode could be minor or it could be fatal. Her heart murmur was at 6/6. She seemed tired all the time, but still hauled herself off her bed to follow me from room to room and make sure I didn't leave. Rather than wait until an emergency, I opted to let her go while she was still her enough to enjoy her last couple of days. I took her home and spoiled her rotten. She didn't have to pick through any gross kibble for that delicious meat - she received bowls of meat and couscous for each meal. I hand-fed her steak bites while we watched TV this morning. She curled up on the sofa behind my legs, checking in on me occasionally to make sure I was alright. We passed our last hours together snuggled close. When the time came, we stopped at McDonald's on the way to the vet. She got a vanilla soft-serve cone and some fries. She curled up in my lap, and left this world doing what she'd always loved most and done best - snuggling. My little peanut, my dog-bean, my (literal) co-pilot. The house feels so empty and quiet without her tippytap nails and her attention-getting snorts. Daisy taught me patience. Daisy taught me acceptance. Daisy taught me to always watch for bears, because you just never know when they might be around the corner. I think it's safe to say that Daisy had a paw (or two) in making me the me I am now. Edited June 23, 2017 by Roo Quote Mom of bridge babies Regis and Dusty. Wrote a book about shelter dogs! I sell things on Etsy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Your beautiful tribute to your girl has me in tears. I'm so sorry it was her time, but what a wonderful life and a perfect last day you gave her. Rest well, Daisy. 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...
robinw Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I'm so very sorry 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...
Time4ANap Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet girl. Run-free, Daisy. 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...
Remolacha Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I am so sorry, Daisy was such a special little girl. She wasn't with you long enough (they never are) but she made the most of her time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Such a beautiful tribute. In tears over here, too. I am so sorry for your loss. Daisy was, and is, so very loved. Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smurfette Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Your beautiful tribute brought tears to my eyes. I'm so very sorry for your loss. 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...
JustSnoozing Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 A lovely tribute to your wonderful little Daisy. Quote Dippy (Dinky Dipstick) and Velvet (Redbrick Velvet). Remembering sweet handsome Rebel (Emporio Rebel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 She stared constantly. Her idea of cuddling was to stand on my chest and gaze deep into my eyes. So Much Love is evident in your beautiful tribute to your friend, Daisy. But, from your posts about her we always knew there was a special bond between you two You "done good" for her Lauren, Daisy's last day was brilliant and filled with her favorite things (especially being close to her momma!) without the heart-wrenching sadness of an acute crisis. That girl sure did know what she was doing that first day when she stared at your parents .. pick me, I'm the one! Indeed. I hope the memories you and Daisy created together will give you strength now. For sure, with those intent and loving eyes she is watching over you I'm so sorry for your loss 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...
Charlies_Dad Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 That is a beautiful tribute to a beautiful little girl. She looks like a Rattie and so reminds me of our little Peanut who left us almost two years ago now. Daisy's passing has brought tears to my eyes in remembering what the wonderful companionship of a Terrier. Hang in there. Run free Daisy, 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...
Neighsayer Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnF Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 A beautiful tribute... teared me up too. A life well lived and an inspiration to everyone to do it all over again when eventually the time is right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banjoman Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 You were lucky you found each other! Snuggle well now, little one. Quote Miss "England" Carol with whippet lurcher Nutmeg & Zavvi the Chihuahua. R.I.P. Chancey (Goosetree Chance). 24.1.2009 - 14.4.2022. Bluegrass Banjoman. 25.1.2004 - 25.5.2015 and Ch. Sleepyhollow Aida. 30.9.2000 - 10.1.2014. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 So very sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 What a sweet little lady. My deepest sympathy. :f_pink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I'm so very sorry. Your story together was special from beginning to end. I wish it could have had several more chapters. Godspeed Daisy. 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...
Batmom Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I'm so sorry for the loss of your dear, special girl. 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...
dante2zoe Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Those tricky ones burrow deep into your heart, don't they? Your tribute was as beautiful as your little girl. I am so very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace. Cindy Quote Cindy with Miss Fancypants, Paris Bueller, Zeke, and Angus Dante (Dg's Boyd), Zoe (In a While), Brady (Devilish Effect), Goose (BG Shotgun), Maverick (BG ShoMe), Maggie (All Trades Jax), Sherman (LNB Herman Bad) and Indy (BYB whippet) forever in my heart The flame that burns the brightest, burns the fastest and leaves the biggest shadow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Oh no, I am just seeing this. I am so so sorry. What a lovely tribute. There's so much about your description of getting her that reminds me of Skye, my first non-greyhound (who almost certainly has some terrier in her ). I literally cannot imagine losing her so my heart breaks with yours for your loss. Quote Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Daisy how hard it must have been for your mom to let you earn your I am sure she wishes you both could have had more time together 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...
45MPHK9 Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 Such a beautiful tribute for your special little lady. Godspeed, Daisy. 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...
macoduck Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I will miss your wonky legged supermodel, bear protector little old lady. 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...
Houndtime Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 I am so sad and sorry for your loss. Daisy was a very special girl. 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...
Opals_mom Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 She reminds me so much of my little one Hugs to you and happy times going back through videos and photos of her Quote Missing my bridge greys Opal and Eden and cat Bailey. Mom to Missy the Super Mutt and recent foster failure of Miley to mini-mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricket57 Posted June 23, 2017 Share Posted June 23, 2017 What a wonderful tribute to your beloved Daisy. So sorry for your loss. Cricket Quote Cricket, mom to Mulligan (Kycera) and Xena (Kebo Tina Turner ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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