PatricksMom Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 (edited) Oh, Leo. I met you at the farmer's market M&G. I sat on the ground, you crawled in my lap, gave me a kiss that was practically pornographic, and I was in love. We couldn't bring you home then, Murphy was near the end and needed our attention, but when we were ready I called the adoption group about you. Kim said you were her favorite, your foster family was only willing to let you go because they couldn't handle another dog because they loved you so much, and then you joined our family. I picked you up, and your foster dad said here, you need to take this purple bone with you--it's his favorite, I don't know why. Later I bought you an identical blue bone, and another purple kong toy (football). You ignored the blue bone, it had to be purple. Football went everywhere--it helped your anxiety--and now it's gone to the bridge with you. A few months ago I bought you a purple octopus. He was a fast friend, I'm keeping him to remember you. Everything had to be purple. Your anxiety was so severe. Thank you to Jennifer for explaining what fear aggression was, that helped us help you. Prozac helped, but so did the move to the house. You didn't live a large life--you mostly stayed home and enjoyed your house, your yard, and your beloved back porch where you napped in the sun, trash talked squirrels, and hung out with us and your brother. You loved that porch and your sunny spots. And you spent an entire spring arguing with a hawk about who would eat the squirrels. You were your daddy's shadow during the day. You adored him, spent all your time with him, and followed him everywhere. At night, you cuddled with me in bed. Your anxiety was so real to you, and you helped me with mine at night. I just can't begin to believe you're gone, so suddenly, when you weren't sick. I wish you had enjoyed more trips to the ice cream parlor, more movie nights, more days in the sun. But your last day was good, a Leo kind of day. We were all home together and you spent most of the day chilling on the couch with your daddy. You enjoyed your porch and your sun, had a fancy dinner with chicken, and cuddled up with me in bed. I'm glad your passing was peaceful for you--no anxiety in the end. We miss you friend. Godspeed, you were very loved. May you find many purple things at the rainbow bridge and find your brothers Patrick and Murphy. Edited January 31, 2020 by PatricksMom Quote Beth, Petey (8 September 2018- ), and Faith (22 March 2019). Godspeed Patrick (28 April 1999 - 5 August 2012), Murphy (23 June 2004 - 27 July 2013), Leo (1 May 2009 - 27 January 2020), and Henry (10 August 2010 - 7 August 2020), you were loved more than you can know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 I'm so very sorry. Your precious boy was fortunate to find a family that understood his quirks. Godspeed Leo. 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 You "done good" for Leo. I am so sorry for your loss. Godspeed sweet boy. 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...
BatterseaBrindl Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 So very sorry for the loss of your very special Leo. Remember all the good times.... 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...
ramonaghan Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 We should all be so lucky to have our last day be a "Leo kind of day," doing all the things that make us feel safe and loved. You gave him a wonderful life and a beautiful tribute. Rest well, Leo. 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...
Time4ANap Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 I'm so sorry. Sounds like Leo had a great forever family. Run-free, Leo. 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 January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 I am so sorry, it sounds like Leo was meant for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 My heart is breaking for you. Perhaps he will send you a sign that he is well and remind you that he will never leave you. Only his body died. The Leo that you loved is spirit and he is OK and the love you shared simply cannot be destroyed by death or anything else. It is the most powerful energy in the universe. The Way In the darkness I turned to go; my last day's done; I'll miss you so. No time even to say goodbye or to lock the tears spilling from your eyes. That's when I heard you call my name; I knew right then I must turn back to help ease your pain. Since I've no voice with which to speak, its whispers in your dreams I'll make. Ease your heart and rest your mind, my time with you was the best of kind. I couldn't have asked for a better friend, we've shared our journey to the very end. There's one final thing you need to know, I'll whisper in your ear before I go....."I'm leaving first to find the way...so I can lead you back here with me on your last day." -(SLong) Bridge angel wisdom: "The love is bigger than the pain. I know your heart is breaking terribly. But I promise you that your pain will subside over time, and our love, our love not only will survive, it will be stronger. Someday the horrible pain will be a memory of deep sadness but our love will still be vibrant and alive. Love is always bigger than pain. When you are hurting, reach for the love and I promise you will feel better." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Patsy Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 I bet there is purple all over the place up there. Hugs to your family and I too am loving the concept of a Leo kind of day. Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 So very sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted January 31, 2020 Share Posted January 31, 2020 I am so very, 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...
teri_d Posted February 1, 2020 Share Posted February 1, 2020 Our sympathy .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted February 1, 2020 Share Posted February 1, 2020 He was a lucky, lucky dog to have such a wonderful life with so many people who loved him. And a wonderful death for him with no fear. A terrible death for you, but so good you could be with him. Quote our beloved back porch where you napped in the sun, trash talked squirrels, and hung out with us and your brother. You loved that porch and your sunny spots. And you spent an entire spring arguing with a hawk about who would eat the squirrels. A wonderful life for a dog. 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...
Charlies_Dad Posted February 1, 2020 Share Posted February 1, 2020 To Leo, a very special pup and sorely missed. 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...
greytpups Posted February 2, 2020 Share Posted February 2, 2020 I’m so sorry for your loss of Leo Quote Jan with precious pups Emmy (Stormin J Flag) and Simon (Nitro Si) and Abbey Field. Missing my angels: Bailey Buffetbobleclair 11/11/98-17/12/09; Ben Task Rapid Wave 5/5/02-2/11/15; Brooke Glo's Destroyer 7/09/06-21/06/16 and Katie Crazykatiebug 12/11/06 -21/08/21. My blog about grief The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not get over the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to. ― Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houndtime Posted February 2, 2020 Share Posted February 2, 2020 I am so very sorry for your loss. 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...
celbee Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 Leo, we cannot believe you are gone, either. You and Henry stayed with us over Christmas... you were such a snuggler. Please find a way to let Henry and your humans know that you are ok. You just left too soon. We are sad. Quote Greyhound Fleece Jackets Greyhound Pack: EdWin, Jethro. and Lucky; Foster Jinks; Angels Janet, Faster, Blake, Navarre, Murray, and Festus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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