Guest GreyZoi Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 As some of you may know, we rescued Razz from St. Louis a few years ago from a lady with many many dogs. We organized a relay (before there were actual GURs) by contacting various rescues along the route and requesting volunteers. We picked up Razz for his final part of the relay from WV and brought him home to MD. Upon his vet examination, he tested positive for heartworms, not to mention that his teeth were terrible. Though his heartworms were severe, he came through treatment. We were told that his heart and kidneys did have some damage, but that he'd still have a full life ahead. He was then 6 years old. We got his teeth cleaned and he was a much happier and healthier dog. Razz was such a joy. We expected him to be aloof, but the first night he was home, I sat on the floor to be at his level (although he towered over me), and he promptly attempted to lay IN my lap. He honed in on several Laps since! I had never experienced such canine devotion. Razz reciprocated love tenfold. On Monday, July 26, 2004, Razz passed away. We suspected congestive heart failure. His illness came suddenly. Within 48 hours he was gone. We know that Razzy will be waiting for us at the Rainbow Bridge, but in the meantime, we know that he's snuggling with the Angels, as he always preferred the company of people rather than a canine race around the field. To learn more about our dear Razz, please visit: Click and then Scroll to see Razz... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfish Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 I'm sorry. You gave him some good, happy years and tons of love. What more could he ask? You know he'll be waiting for you, but it's still hard to lose them At least it was fairly quick for him. Quote The plural of anecdote is not dataBrambleberry Greyhounds My Etsy Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShanakilMagic Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 *Hugs* He was a really handsome dog. Quote Clare and Dylan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scullysmum Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 (edited) I am so very sorry, I can relate to this a bit because I lost my boy Mulder to congestive heart failure back in March. Edited July 27, 2004 by scullysmum Quote <p>"One day I hope to be the person my dog thinks I am"Sadi's Pet Pages Sadi's Greyhound Data PageMulder1/9/95-21/3/04 Scully1/9/95-16/2/05Sadi 7/4/99 - 23/6/13 CroftviewRGT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Joe_N_Mists_Mom Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Oh I am so sorry. I can feel your pain. He is now running free, waiting for the day he will see you again. Hugs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BrockGusDad Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 I am so sorry. Godspeed Razz..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Very sorry to hear about your loss of Razz. He was a beautiful dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicocat Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Because of you the end of his life was filled with love. Razz will look down on you and forever keep you in his care. Godspeed Razz. Quote Ann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazehund Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Rest well Razz. You are loved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madeara Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Erin, Russ I'm so sorry! Razz was such a beautiful boy, I could not take my eyes off him when I met you guys. He was one lucky Borzoi to have found you. Quote "To err is human, to forgive, canine" Audrey, Nova, Cosmo and Holden in NY - Darius and Asia you are both irreplaceable and will be forever in my heart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 God bless you and your family. May your sweet memories of Razz get you through the rough times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Sending sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TheFullHouse Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Sending prayers to you and your family. God Speed Razz. 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...
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Guest GreyZoi Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 wow, thank you everyone. truly. thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bulletproof_cupid Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KaseysMom Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sheri Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 I'm so sorry, the poem on your site is beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wmlcml6 Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 I thought I had cried enough for one day (high stress level resulting in crying spell two days in a row), but the loss of this pretty boy touched my heart, so here we go again with the huge lump in throat. To know you gave him a good life as long as you could should bring some comfort, as well as knowing he'll never be sick again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest adriahna Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 (edited) What a handsome boy Razz was - such a loving, beautiful face. Know that he's watching over you now, and would be so happy to know how fondly you remember him, and celebrate the full life he had. Our prayers are with you. And now, having just read your feature on Razz, I think it's so beautiful that you're taking his ashes with you, to spread at the trails he so loved. You're a saint for doing that. Edited July 27, 2004 by adriahna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lisa73 Posted July 27, 2004 Share Posted July 27, 2004 Erin and Russ please accept my heartfelt sympathy. I know how much Razz meant to you both Run free beautiful and play nice at the bridge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DeVon Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 What a noble looking boy he was! Godspeed, sweet Razz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest auntiesara Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 I'm so sorry for the sudden loss of Razz. Our Piper came to us with H/W and Kidney disease and we only had him a year and 1/2. Just know that he's playing with friends at the Bridge and waiting to be reunited with you. Sara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest how888 Posted July 28, 2004 Share Posted July 28, 2004 I am so sorry.What a beautiful boy and I know he was loved dearly.My deepest sympathy.May he leave those special paw prints on your heart to get you through this. Linda and Nike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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