Guest Snowy8 Posted August 29, 2004 Share Posted August 29, 2004 (edited) Three years ago, I witnessed this pup being brought back to the adoption kennel after being in a home for 6 yrs. Due to financial problems, the lady could no longer keep him. I told Jan I'd take him if he fretted over the weekend...he was 9 yrs old & not likely to be adopted. Racer was a son of HB's Commander, so he was quiet, reserved, sort of a snob in greyhound sense since most of them are sweet & friendly. He was a little chubby when I got him, winded from not being exercised. He would go outside & trot everywhere he went. I had him for about a month & we had a Halloween party at the adoption kennel, so I took the seniors...Brogan & Racer. They were the first to start bobbing for dogs...hotdogs in a wadding pool & got the youngsters started on the game also. That day Racer's personality started coming to the surface. Each month he surprised me with something new. Like during feeding time, I noticed he would growl & stomp his foot & turn around & glance at Brogan & Snowy who were also in the room. I found out by watching, that he was actually growling at the dog in the mirror. He loved to lay outside by himself at night, I think he was pondering his life. He would get out there after feeding time & do his figure 8's and in no time, he became quiet the "in shape" dude. He & Snowy had started a friendship & suddenly last summer, at 3am in the morning, he yelped out in pain. When I came in the room, he was down on the floor panting. I thought he had fallen on the wood floor, so I helped him up & he seemed to calm down. But as the day progressed, I realized he'd had a heart attack...about 2:30 the next afternoon, he did the same thing. He stood panting so hard and his face was ice cold. So I got him on the couch & talked him to the bridge. There in my arms, he took his last breath. I had never had one actually lay there with their head in my lap, my hands brushing his soft face & his soft brown eyes become lifeless....it was surreal. I miss him a lot. He was funny in his own way, very serious...didn't like anyone to put their arms around him. He loved to sit on the couch...I have a picture of him sitting in my friend Ericka's lap. When I would watch him outside, I knew that's where he got his name; Time To Race. I miss you.... Edited August 30, 2004 by snowy8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 What a handsome boy he was. I know it still hurts, but please take comfort in knowing that he is in good company at the bridge. Hugs to you as you remember. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 Lene' you're always there for everyone! You are so sweet, you know, there is a special place already for you in heaven! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HopeForHounds Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 What a sweet boy. Quote Casual Bling & Hope for HoundsJanet & the hounds Maggie and Allen Missing my baby girl Peanut, old soul Jake, quirky Jet, Mama Grandy and my old Diva Miz Foxy; my angel, my inspiration. You all brought so much into my light, and taught me so much about the power of love, you are with me always.If you get the chance to sit it out or dance.......... I hope you dance! Missing our littlest girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 What a beautiful tribute for a beautiful boy. Run free Racer...and don't forget to send your Mommy Rainbows from time to time...Kiss Angel Sophia for me. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 Very beautiful Hilda, Racer looks down upon you, he's watching you and knows you love him very much! 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...
Guest how888 Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 What a beautiful tribute Hilda.May your loving memories give you comfort at this time.He was so fortunate to have had you in his lifetime.May he run free of pain forever up there with our angels. Linda and Nike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grey14me Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 Quote Michelle...forever missing her girls, Holly 5/22/99-9/13/10 and Bailey 8/1/93-7/11/05 Religion is the smile on a dog...Edie Brickell Wag more, bark less :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scullysmum Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 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...
ShanakilMagic Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 *Hugs* Quote Clare and Dylan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greymom Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 What a loving tribute. Run free sweet Racer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BellaDonna1 Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 Oh Racer..........what a sweetheart and what a sweet lady that took you into her life. Brogan and Racer, well, lets just say I will never forget that day when those heads went into that water and hot dogs came up. I still smile thinking about it. You are missed Racer, jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GreyhoundTrish Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 Such beautiful words for a beautiful boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LogiesMom Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 My heart goes out to you. What a sweet boy and what a loving mom! Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 This is one of my favorite pictures of him, it was taken the week before he died. As you can see, him & Snowy had started something. He got to where he'd follow her around or they'd lay out in the grass & talk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 Even the most reserved & quiet HB pups can have their moments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Snowy8 Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 I have to admit, I laughed at him or about him more than I was or am sad. He was so funny, and he didn't mean to be. I guess that's what we love so much about them. Their way of making us laugh, even when there are tears coming down our faces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Broodmama Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 I am so touched by your post about Racer. I lost a wonderful HB's Commander son in December of 2003. God speed Racer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 I'm so sorry! Your post brought tears to my eyes... Quote -------------------------------------------- Marion, Ivy & Soldi Perseverance is not a long race... it is many short races one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 I'm so sorry! Your post brought tears to my eyes... Quote -------------------------------------------- Marion, Ivy & Soldi Perseverance is not a long race... it is many short races one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 I'm so sorry! Your post brought tears to my eyes... Quote -------------------------------------------- Marion, Ivy & Soldi Perseverance is not a long race... it is many short races one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 I'm so sorry! Your post brought tears to my eyes... Quote -------------------------------------------- Marion, Ivy & Soldi Perseverance is not a long race... it is many short races one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 I'm so sorry! Your post brought tears to my eyes... Quote -------------------------------------------- Marion, Ivy & Soldi Perseverance is not a long race... it is many short races one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 I'm so sorry! Your post brought tears to my eyes... Quote -------------------------------------------- Marion, Ivy & Soldi Perseverance is not a long race... it is many short races one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marion Posted September 1, 2004 Share Posted September 1, 2004 I'm so sorry! Your post brought tears to my eyes... Quote -------------------------------------------- Marion, Ivy & Soldi Perseverance is not a long race... it is many short races one after another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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