Riverhound Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Rob and I lost Joe today. He developed hind end paralysis at around 3 in the morning. I settled him back in bed and gave him Xanax to calm him. This morning, we went through all of the possibilities and options with our vet, who I've known since I was a child. We all agreed that our stubborn, independent boy wouldn't do well with more mobility issues than he has had. Joe was the best dog. He was a giant PITA, a lovebug, and a goofball. We fell in love with each other at first sight, and more every day. Joe was easy. He loved everyone (except maybe Brees!) and was always ready to go for an adventure. I could take him anywhere and know he'd roll with it; crowds, trains, fireworks, everything was ok except thunder. He hated thunderstorms. During storms, he always got as close to me as he could, and it was the horrible thunder phobia that led to him being allowed in the bed at night. How could I not let the panting ball of fear snuggle up with me? I'm grateful for his fear now. The Xanax I had on hand for storms made his last night peaceful. This morning, Joe had accepted his limits and was comfy in his bed. We played bitey-face and he got belly rubs. There was no pain. A friend helped me get him to the car, and I took him to the vet, where he was loved on by everyone before we let him go. I will always miss my boy, but I am grateful for the time we had together, and more grateful that his passing was gentle. We were very lucky. Joe, Mommy loves you. Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misspiggy Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 So sorry to hear this,I have always liked your Joe and Brees stories Hugs to all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenbo Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Oh no! I'm so sorry. Godspeed, Joe. Quote Camp Broodie with tuxedo Summer 12 and tuxedo Dio 6 Missing KC Kitty 2000-2016, Myka and part of my heart 2006-2020, and Saint YellBoy 2014-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busderpuddle Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Blessings for all of you. Sleep well Joe Quote Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 So very sorry for your sudden loss. Rest well, Joe. 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...
queenwinniesmom Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 What a wonderful boy he was! I'm so sorry you lost your precious Joe. 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...
Potomacpupsmom Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Joe was such a sweet boy! Run Free Joe! Rachael 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...
RaineysMom Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I am so very, very sorry :( I'm glad his passing was peaceful and with the ones that loved him so. :cry1 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...
dante2zoe Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Rachael, I am so very sorry to hear this. Joe was such a special soul. Hugs, 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...
45MPHK9 Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I'm so sorry for your loss. It was so clear how much you both loved Joe. Dewey Beach, 2013 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...
Charlies_Dad Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 So very sad to see Joe's name here. I am very sorry. Run free Joe, 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...
Batmom Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet boy. Godspeed, Joe. 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...
TheFullHouse Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 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...
Time4ANap Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Run pain-free, Joe. We will miss seeing you on the beach. Love you, buddy. 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...
sabrina Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Oh no not Joe, to light your way across the bridge, Joe & to your mom for her Daphne & Penny 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...
JustSnoozing Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Oh no, that's so sad. Goodbye Joe x Quote Dippy (Dinky Dipstick) and Velvet (Redbrick Velvet). Remembering sweet handsome Rebel (Emporio Rebel). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I’m so very sad to read this. I loved Joe. He was so sweet. He’ll be missed by so many of us. 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...
greysmom Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 My heart sank when I saw Joe's name. Im so sorry Rachael. He was a sweet boy Run In Peace, Joe. You will be missed...... Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schultzlc Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I am so very sorry for the loss of your Joe. He sounds like such a wonderful hound. 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...
Beachbum1 Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 So very sorry for your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I am so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I was so sad and sorry to read this. 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...
Neighsayer Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Rachael, I’m so sorry to hear your news. I hope Brees does well in the shared custody schedule. I’m glad that you will be spending time with her soon. Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiveRoooooers Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Nooo! I had literally just said where is Rachael, I miss her stories. This is not one I wanted to hear. Joe was such a special guy, I cannot believe this. I am so very sorry. Godspeed Joe 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...
Maddiesmom Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I am so sorry. Quote Amy Human Mommy to fur baby Maddie (Doobiesaurus) TDI certified. May 5, 2002-September 12, 2014 and Mille (Mac's Bayou Baby)CGC, TDI certified. http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj93/Chillyhorse/siggies/maddie.jpg"]http://i270. photobucket.com/albums/jj93/Chillyhorse/siggies/maddie.jpg[/img] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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