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#1396891 - 05/27/10 12:03 PM
My greyhound
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Most of you know that my husband and I adopted a retired racing greyhound about 3 1/2 years ago. Attitude will be 10 on Sunday, and last week he was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. He's on two medications, which have helped him; however we have no idea what the future brings. The vet has suggested that we keep him in the house, except to let him out about 3 times a day to do his business and then back in. The only way we could do that is to crate him. We have a dog door and 3 other dogs so keeping the door shut all day is impossible <don't think the shelties could hold it>.
We have made the decision to let nature take it's course. We will continue to love him to pieces and give him his medication, but don't want him to feel punished and crated just so he could live a few more months while the others are free to roam.
Attitude is the sweetest most gentle creature. Everywhere he goes people love on him. We also teach people about the plight of the greyhound whenever they ask if he raced and about his scars.
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#1396893 - 05/27/10 12:10 PM
Re: My greyhound
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Skittles, I am so very sorry to hear this. I remember some of the challenges you've had with 'tude...Wow so lucky to have wound up in your home.
FWIW, I think you are making the wisest decision.
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#1396935 - 05/27/10 01:18 PM
Re: My greyhound
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That little beauty was so lucky to have found you! I know it won't be easy, but I just so agree with quality of life over quantity for him. I know any of mine would hate being separated from their pack. I couldn't imagine crating one of my adult dogs at this point because they wouldn't understanding what is going on. IMO your decision sounds like the best choice for him.
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#1397026 - 05/27/10 02:45 PM
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Sorry to hear the news...big ((hugs)) Skittles. Attitude is lucky to have found you and I'm sure the past few years have been the best of his life. You are making the right decision.
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#1397220 - 05/27/10 05:21 PM
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So sorry to hear about Attitude, Skittles. I know how much your dogs mean to you and how special this one is. FWIW, I think you're doing the right thing.
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#1397528 - 05/27/10 10:06 PM
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I agree...you are a very special person. So very sorry to hear this and pray God's loving hand of Peace on Attitude as well as you and your family!
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#1397689 - 05/28/10 02:50 PM
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A tough decision to make, it sounds like you are making the right one...sorry to hear you have to make it at all
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#1397709 - 05/28/10 03:19 PM
Re: My greyhound
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Attitude will be waiting for you! 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... I hope you'll consider taking another greyhound into your heart. There are so many in need right now, as tracks are closing across the country.
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#1398003 - 05/29/10 05:48 PM
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Like Gigi said, enjoy every day with Attitude What a blessing this time can be for you.
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#1398015 - 05/30/10 02:54 PM
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Thanks for all of your kind words. We have no idea if he's got 2 months or 2 years. Today is his 10th birthday, and this doesn't seem like a good day. Of course the heat may not be helping, although we're keeping our air lower than we usually do. Maybe he'll perk up later.
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#1398019 - 05/30/10 05:49 PM
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Happy birthday to Attitude! I hope he is feeling better.
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#1398264 - 06/01/10 07:47 PM
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Duchess-thoughts and prayers to you and Attitude
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#1399322 - 06/03/10 07:05 PM
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Oh Duchess, So sorry to here about Attitude, been so busy I haven't been checking in. He was a lucky dog to have found you for his last years tho.
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#1399822 - 06/04/10 05:36 PM
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Happy belated BD, 'Tude!
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#1399867 - 06/04/10 06:31 PM
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Thanks BF. I may try to contact her next week. He's actually been doing well the past few days. Of course it's been raining so he hasn't been trying to run around in the back yard.
I spoke with the lady that runs the rescue where we adopted 'Tude. Her husband had a greyhound that contract congestive heart failure. He lived for about 2 years with it - so we do have hope.
Thanks for everyone's prayers and well wishes.
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#1399931 - 06/04/10 07:44 PM
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY! (belated) DS, I just found this thread and, of course, knew Attitude was sick. I just didn't realize all of his background. I know he means the world and I believe you all are making a great decision to allow him to be himself for as long as he can. Always in my thoughts and prayers! Have a great weekend!
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#1559512 - 06/02/11 01:53 PM
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It's been a year now since Attitude was diagnosed and he's not doing very well these days. He's happy most of the time, eats well, but his congestion is getting worse. Yesterday we added a third medication to the mix and we've increased the dosage on his Lasix. The heat is taking it's toll too, even though he spends most of his time indoors. I'm afraid that time is drawing near and I'm not ready.
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