We're in shock - our greyhound died last night.

I was walking down the street the other day and thinking if I could only be as good a person as my dog thinks I am.

Something to keep with you perhaps.
 
I keep this little saying pinned to my cork board. I think it says a lot. It alternately brings a smile to my lips or tears to my eyes.


"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion." (Anon)
 
I'm sorry for your great loss, Holger. I've known the pain you're feeling and it's hard to handle. When this happens, though, I'm glad that someone always posts Rainbow Bridge. The ideas in that little story are wonderful thoughts to hold in your heart, in the hope of seeing your pal again.
 
I am so sorry. I have been there and I know the feeling. You have my condolences at the loss of a beloved family member.
 
I am truely sorry for your loss!! My heart goes out to you!! My dog and cats are my "kids"! Moby was a beautiful Greyhound. That is very simliar to what happened with my 8 year old Jack Russell Terrier Caspar 2 years ago. The Vet thought that he had a brain tumor. I hope this poem helps you , as it has helped me.

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

 
My condolences. Unless you are a pet owner, most people never completely realise how much dogs become an essential part of your life. I lost mine almost a decade ago and haven't been able to bring myself to get another.

Very sad to hear of your loss and I hope you will feel better in time.
 
Sorry for your loss. The bond between Humans and animals can sometimes be stronger than your bond with other Humans. It is always a tragic time in my life when this happens. Remember your Greyhound and she will live forever. Lots of good people here, ready to listen if needed.
 
Truthfully, none of us know how much time we have left to spend with our pets, our families, our friends. Some leave larger holes than others when they're gone.

Our Joe (rescued Collie) had to leave us earlier this year, and it's been difficult for me. He was well-known around town and people are still asking me, "Where's your collie?" I'd trade a hundred humans off the Earth to have him back...

Best Wishes and take care,
-Bob
 
I'm very sorry for your loss.
 
Holger, I'm sorry for your loss.
Stay strong for your familly, and remember the good times.
Moby is not gone, he's just gone ahead.
 
Holger,

I'm so sorry about Moby - a great looking girl.

I followed your request and went and gave my buddy a great big hug. (I got a nose nuzzle in return.)

Remember all the good times. I am sure she would not want you to worry about her.

--SAK
 
I lost one of my buddies about 16 months ago. I was devastated. Honestly, I think I had more grief than when my father died. In the passing months, the grief has alleviated some, to be replaced with fond memories. My wife and I laugh about his antics, and often imagine what he'd do in a particular situation as we go about our lives. Some of the grief will always be with me, but it doesn't hurt anywhere near as bad.

I hope it will be the same for you. Good luck, and bless you for giving Moby a home and a family. There is another dog out there waiting to take her place.
 
I am so sorry to hear this. My dog died in November of last year, and I'm still not over it. Dogs get close into your heart.
 
Thank you all for your kind words and sympathy. They mean a great deal to our family because we know they come from those who know.

Ten years ago, we had never seen a greyhound, had never touched one, didn't know anything about them. Who could have known then that they would become one of our most treasured life experiences.

From those first days when we worked with Bill and Freddie Cowan in promoting GRA in Ontario, or working with Maggie Currie and Wings For Greyhounds in California to promote greyhound transport, to those last minutes we spent grieving over Moby's lifeless body, we have considered all greyhounds to be "ours".

We have now lost three greyhounds in just over four years. The first two deaths were each traumatic in their own way, but this last one, due to the circumstances, really broke us.

Again, our deepest gratitude for your heartfelt comments in the sharing of our loss.

Now, I respectfully ask that we please let this thread slip away into the distant sunset. Only time will heal the surface of our sorrow.

If you have any questions, please feel free to send me a PM.

In loving memory of our Moby, the Mobster Lobster.

Holger, Maureen, Sean, and Marissa
 
For animal lovers like us, every loss is traumatic. But this last one is really getting to me because of how quickly it happened. :(
 
cockroachfarm: My heart truely hurts for you!! I know what it is like to suddenly loose a beloved fur baby! (That is one of the things we call our pets. They are also referred to as our children.) If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know!!
 
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