EllenEveBaz Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 Jeterbug. Jete-Jete. Jeterdeter. Jeterman. He was limping on Friday evening, his wrist started to swell on Sat., and by Sunday his entire lower front leg was swollen. I thought it was a simple injury, and maybe it was, or maybe a complication of whatever mysterious cancer he had. But the swelling was not from injured tissue, but from his circulation system not able to handle the fluids, so I let him go. He slipped away so quickly and peacefully. He came home in an opposite manner -- jumping on everything and everyone, so happy all the time. Including his helicopter tail, which earned him new-dog-crate graduation after his first day, when I came home to a bloodbath from a wound that took months to heal. The manners came quickly, because he was a sweet dog who wanted to please. He loved everyone and every thing except for squirrels, loud motorcycles, thunder, landline phone ring, and certain intact male dogs who insisted on walking next to HIS fence. He was Milo's hunting wingman, but his heart wasn't in it unless it was a squirrel. His greatest hunting triumph came when he grabbed one of those tree rats right off the birdfeeder with a mighty leap in front of horrified guests watching through the picture window. Jeter was always interested in food prep, and in his later years developed a system of standing right at my hip in the kitchen, intently observing the food just a few inches away. He'd touch his nose to me, just to let me know he was there if I needed his services. But he never once attempted theft or even whining. It was so odd for this sweet dog to transform into Cujo with his sleep aggression. It wasn't sleep startle, it was full on snarling, barking, look-you-in-the-eye-and-ready-to-take-you-out. So he was allowed on the couch for socializing but not for sleep. He lay on a dog bed at my feet, content to be in the same room as his person. Farewell, handsome Jeter. You were always a favorite, from the racing kennel to the therapy dog visits. You will always be missed, 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...
ramonaghan Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 Oh, Ellen. I'm so sorry you've lost your sweet boy. Many hugs to you and Milo. Rest well, Jeter. 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...
BatterseaBrindl Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 So sorry You had to say goodbye to your fierce hunter Remember all those 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...
FiveRoooooers Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 Nooooo! Not Jeter! Ellen, I am so sorry. You’re going to miss that elbow nudge from your scrap seeking kitchen helper boy. Godspeed Jeter 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...
DocsDoctor Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 I am so very sorry for your loss. Run - and jump - free, sweet Jeter Quote Clare with Tiger (Snapper Gar, b. 18/05/2015), and remembering Ken (Boomtown Ken, 01/05/2011-21/02/2020) and Doc (Barefoot Doctor, 20/08/2001-15/04/2015)."It is also to be noted of every species, that the handsomest of each move best ... and beasts of the most elegant form, always excel in speed; of this, the horse and greyhound are beautiful examples."----Wiliam Hogarth, The Analysis of Beauty, 1753. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teri_d Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 Gt has lost way too many good ones lately. My sympathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Time4ANap Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 Tears here. I am so sorry that his body decided that it was time. I never met Jeter, but over the years the Jeter stories and his antics told me that he and Rocket would have been best buddies. They were very much alike and Jeter along with his partner in crime Milo always had a story about their latest adventure. I am going to miss signing-on and discovering a new Jeter story here. Run-free, Jeter. Tell Rocket and the GT gang at The Bridge that I said the first round is on them. 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...
ShebasMom Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 I am so very sorry for your loss. Having lost my Sheba on Monday, I really feel your pain and sadness. My sincere condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 I am so sorry, Jeter sounds like he was such a sweet dog. I am very familiar with that kitchen supervision, Conner was always right there by me, and I would have loved to see Jeter nab that squirrel right off the bird feeder! Run free dear Jeter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerseyGrey Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 I’m so sorry to hear this. I hope Milo and Gelsey give you extra cuddles today. You are in our thoughts Quote Buddy Molly 🌈 5/11/10-10/10/23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaineysMom Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 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...
Potomacpupsmom Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 I am so sorry. Such a beautiful tribute to Jeter! 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...
MP_the4pack Posted December 10, 2021 Share Posted December 10, 2021 Oh Ellen. I was hoping he'd last longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spottydog Posted December 10, 2021 Share Posted December 10, 2021 A moving tribute to your hound. Godspeed Jeter… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted December 10, 2021 Share Posted December 10, 2021 I am crying for a dog I never met. I shall miss you, Jeter. 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...
JaimeL Posted December 10, 2021 Share Posted December 10, 2021 So very sorry for your loss of Jeter. He sounds like a wonderful friend to be with. Rest well sweet man. Quote Mom to Ranger (PB's Long Ranger), Esso (Kiowa Stay Over) and Cookie the rattie mix Missing Kahn (Gil's Khan) 10-29-03 - 11-7-16 Belle (Regall Belooow) 8-9-07 - 3-12-17 Star (Greyt Star) 1-19-07 - 3-13-2020 Pitch (Emerald Pitch) 4-1-08 - 6-3-2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2greyhoundMINI Posted December 10, 2021 Share Posted December 10, 2021 I am SO sorry to read this. He sounds like he was a wonderful hound and friend. I hope he is running free over the bridge and maybe found my sweet boy Sidney and sweet girl June to play with and show him around. May your wonderful memories comfort you. Quote Greyhounds: Amelia (Cataloosahatchee 9.10.17) & Carmen (Rebellious Bird 8.23.17) Kitty: Biggi Paws (7.4.13) Horse: WC Kharena (2.28.17) Rainbow Bridge: Raider Kitty (4.1.01 - 8.12.21), Sidney (Kane's Seminole 11.14.08 - 9.26.19 ), June (Potrs June 6.1.09 - 3.1.19) Bella the Rottweiler, Kitties: Spike, DC, Gilda, Killer, Sophie & Nala Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted December 10, 2021 Share Posted December 10, 2021 My heart is breaking for you. My deepest sympathy. Perhaps he will send you a sign to comfort you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sniffy Posted December 10, 2021 Share Posted December 10, 2021 Damn, I'm sorry. Sympathies from Stanley, who ALMOST got several squirrels by jumping at low tree branches quite a few times. Quote Was a subscriber in the mid 2000s (the aughts!). Reactivated in 2021. What'd I miss? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante2zoe Posted December 13, 2021 Share Posted December 13, 2021 I am just so terribly sorry. Jeter is one of those dogs that I just loved without ever meeting him. I have a kitchen helper, too, and cannot imagine how difficult it is to prepare meals without your sidekick. Wishing you peace. 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...
Houndtime Posted December 13, 2021 Share Posted December 13, 2021 I am 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...
GreyPoopon Posted December 15, 2021 Share Posted December 15, 2021 I'm so very sorry. Your precious boy had to leave much too soon. Godspeed Jeter. 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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