Aradex
Junior Grey Lover
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Post by Aradex on Jul 11, 2015 10:42:12 GMT -5
After a short but hard battle with liver cancer, we let Araley go this morning. She was ready, even if we weren't. The vets were shocked at how quickly things progressed with her, and couldn't see anything left to do that wouldn't cause immense pain and suffering and not improve her prognosis. She came to join us over seven years ago, on May 4th, 2008. The first time we met her, she jumped up to give me a hug and knocked me on my butt. She was the reason we even went to the kennel, and she was the reason we adopted. We picked Dexter to match her, because we knew we wanted her. She patiently put up with us, Dexter, and her two kitty brothers, even when we were all just too much for her sensibilities. She was a princess, loving to sleep on the bed we made her from our old mattress and boxspring and a futon mattress. But when she saw other people or dogs, all of that went away and she was just thrilled to meet them. There's nothing I can say that can ever fully explain who she was. She loved life, even if she had to sigh dramatically about it sometimes. She touched everyone who met her, and so many people walked away from meeting her wanting greyhounds. She was always ready to reach out with a paw or wag her tail to draw attention. In her last moments, she pushed her paw into my hand, saying goodbye. We loved you, princess. We always will.
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Post by tobysmom on Jul 11, 2015 17:51:13 GMT -5
So very sorry for your loss. It is so hard to let go. Araley sounds like she was a wonderful member of your family. These are beautiful pictures of her. Hopefully it is some comfort to you knowing that she is now pain free. Condolences to you and your family. Run free Araley.
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Post by GreyPoopon on Jul 11, 2015 18:43:19 GMT -5
I'm so very sorry. Your lovely princess had to leave too soon.
Godspeed Araley.
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daylight
Hound Nut
what's so funny Light?....Joker!
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Post by daylight on Jul 11, 2015 21:36:14 GMT -5
I am so very sorry. Your tribute is lovely. Even though I never met Araley, through your words she touched me too. Her photos show such soulful eyes... such a beautiful, sweet girl. Always know that she will be with you in spirit forever, and her love is yours eternal. Take care.
Godspeed dear Araley.
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lanlove
Junior Grey Lover
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Post by lanlove on Jul 11, 2015 21:38:59 GMT -5
So sorry for your loss. Run free sweet Araley.
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xtrawld
Grey Lover
Both thirsty....can't wait for their turn....
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Post by xtrawld on Jul 11, 2015 21:41:28 GMT -5
Saw your cross post on GreyTalk. She looked like quite the character. Sorry for your loss.
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Post by Sally Blossom on Jul 12, 2015 8:31:03 GMT -5
It is never ever easy to let go but Araley has joined our Choir of Angels and will always be watching over you and your family - she will be the brightest star to-night - just look up - she is there sending you her love. You gave her a beautiful retirement and she knew how well loved she was by you and all those who met her. She was a beautiful girl and I can see why she stole your heart - she has a piece of it with her now and forever. God bless and rest in peace sweet Araley.
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troysmom
Hound Nut
Troy & Leopold
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Post by troysmom on Jul 12, 2015 21:13:39 GMT -5
I'm so sorry for your loss. Araley sure is a beauty. Rest peacefully sweet girl.
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Post by angelollie on Jul 13, 2015 6:15:06 GMT -5
I am so sorry for your loss. You spoke of such a beautiful tribute to your girl and the photos captured her beauty, her love and her kind soul. I know your sadness is deeply felt right now but Araley's memories will one day rise above the sadness and bring comfort to you and your family. Her spirit will forever live on in your heart.
Godspeed sweet Araley ....
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Post by greys4us on Jul 13, 2015 9:11:54 GMT -5
We are so sorry. This is a greyt tribute to a beautiful hound. No matter how long they are with us, it is never long enough. Run free sweet Araley.
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jason
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Post by jason on Jul 13, 2015 12:42:58 GMT -5
I am so sorry for your loss. Araley looked like she was quite the character. Greyt photos and such a beautiful tribute to your girl.
Your description of her makes it clear that she was dearly loved and there is no greater gift she could have recevied from you except your acknowledging when it was time to say goodbye.
I hope that all of your wonderful memories of your girl will help with the ache in your heart. Take care of yourselves and Dexter.
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Post by twentythree on Jul 15, 2015 11:51:21 GMT -5
your beautiful tribute to Araley brought tears to my eyes....so very sorry for your loss
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Post by campgreyhound on Aug 1, 2015 22:11:33 GMT -5
She was so beautiful. I'm so sorry you lost your girlie. Run free sweetie, with all of our bridge angels.
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Post by Heather (& KC) on Aug 2, 2015 11:25:59 GMT -5
Such beautiful photos and story of your girl I'm sorry for your loss.
Run free beautiful girl!
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Midge
Grey Lover
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Post by Midge on Aug 4, 2015 10:42:08 GMT -5
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I remember reading about Araley years ago and thinking her personality was a lot like our Holly's.
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