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Linus
12-13-2009, 08:00 PM
Sweet Radley left us today and went to join my Granny.

Today was a beautiful, warm day, Radley's favorite kind. It has been so cold here for the last few weeks, so all the dogs were outside enjoying the sun. Radley sniffed and wandered, then sunbathed like normal.

Around 2:30, my brother told me to go out and check on him because he wasn't moving. He was breathing, but the breaths were very shallow and his heartbeat was very erratic.

I held him in my arms and told him I loved him and that it was okay to go. After an hour and half or so, I called Rena and asked if she would drive Sean and I to the e-vet because I didn't want Radley to struggle any more. He was forcing every breath and I didn't want him to suffer.

As we were driving to the vet, he started moving around as if he was seizing. When we got there, the seizure got worse. The e-vet gave him 2 doses of valium, but he seized right on through it.

He was wrapped in his favorite blanket and went to sleep while I was stroking his back and holding his paw.

I love you Radley. You taught me to enjoy every minute and cherish every day. :hearts:

Lisa
12-13-2009, 08:09 PM
This post is in the appropriate place, because he will ALWAYS be in our heart. I am truly sorry for your heartbreak Lins. Radley was such a special little guy and you were such an amazing Mom to him. I remember the day he came into your life and they weren't even sure he would make it 3 days, 3 weeks or 3 months. He was with us over 3 years because of YOU. :bighug:

RIP to the most gorgeous long haired boy that ever lived in Waco, TX. You truly stole my heart. Forever run seizure free at the bridge sweet boy.

:candle9::candle15::candle9: :candle15::candle9::candle15: :candle9::candle15: :candle9: :candle15: :candle9: :candle15: :candle9: :candle15::candle9::candle15:

Mama S.
12-13-2009, 08:14 PM
Sending lots of love to you Lins. You are a wonderful Mom and you gave Radley so very much. I wish I could take your hurt and make it better.

Barb
12-13-2009, 08:17 PM
Oh Linsey, my heart is breaking for you. He was a precious one, and had a wonderful life with you. Godspeed Sweet Radley..... :candle13:

:hug99:

alfina
12-13-2009, 08:18 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. He was so beautiful and was so loved.

areese
12-13-2009, 08:27 PM
I'm so sorry Linsey. You took such good care of him. he was a beautiful boy and will always be in our hearts.

Jill
12-13-2009, 08:37 PM
I am so terribly sorry.

Run free sweet boy.:hearts:

LexieLuvr
12-13-2009, 08:37 PM
Oh, Linsey, I'm SO sorry for your loss! Radley is now in a place of pure love, healthy and running free with our other furkin gone before. Please accept my deepest sympathies.:hug99:

jenfer
12-13-2009, 08:39 PM
RIP, sweet Radley.

:symp1:

doxyzoo
12-13-2009, 08:58 PM
Oh Linsey, I am so sorry for you. :hug99:

I remember the little guy lovin on me in my arms when we visited at Barb's last year. He was such a tiny and cute little guy! He will be missed.

:symp1:

AgileOllie
12-13-2009, 09:12 PM
I am so very sorry for your loss. (((hugs)))

Otto'sMom
12-13-2009, 09:19 PM
He lived a horrid life before he knew your love. You renewed his soul and gave him something to live for. He went on his own terms. Thank you for that.

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TheDoxieHaus
12-13-2009, 10:01 PM
I'm so sorry Lins. He was one sweet little guy and I'm so glad I got to meet him. :hug99::hug99:

Anatresia
12-13-2009, 10:04 PM
:candle:

I'm very sorry. He will be missed.

lotsadox
12-13-2009, 10:18 PM
All doxies are special, but some really grab your heart. Boo was one of those. He was so lucky the day he came to you. Because of you he had 3 wonderful years that I am convinced he would never have had without you. You took such good care of him and loved him so and he knew it.

RIP Little Man

:candle9: :candle9: :candle9: :candle9: :candle9:

Tanya
12-13-2009, 10:21 PM
Oh Lins...I am so sorry!!! :sosad:

You gave Radley a great life. He was such a beautiful dog and will be greatly missed. :angel:

Two Red Smooth's
12-13-2009, 10:33 PM
I'm so sorry Linsey. Rest In Peace Radley.

Red Haired Girl
12-13-2009, 10:47 PM
I'm sorry Lins. He was a beautiful, special boy. :candle4:

AnnMarieK
12-13-2009, 10:56 PM
Lindsey, I am so sorry... you took such good care of him. You gave him 3 years of love. Rest in peace sweet boy. :hug99::hug99::hug99:

Azaren
12-13-2009, 11:00 PM
RIP dear Radley.:candle3:

oceangirls
12-13-2009, 11:26 PM
I am so sorry, Linsey. I sent you a PM :sad1:

I love that pic of me with Linsey's boys, Andrea - I'm glad you posted it :hearts:

samandissy
12-13-2009, 11:47 PM
:candle9::symp1::candle::candle98:RIP dear Radley

JuneyTrixie
12-14-2009, 12:33 AM
I am so sorry to hear of this. Radley was so beautiful and he was very loved. :angel: :hug99::hug99:

ScarletBegonias
12-14-2009, 12:38 AM
:candle4::gphug:
That made me cry...

Kasianni
12-14-2009, 12:58 AM
So very sorry for your loss. :candle3:

Patt
12-14-2009, 01:56 AM
I am very sorry to hear of Radley’s passing... A :candle4: is lit here, in honor and celebration of his life....
In time, may you find comfort in the memories of your moments together. :hug99:

Shared tears,

Frzframe
12-14-2009, 01:59 AM
I'm so sorry Lins. He was so lucky to have found his way to your home and into your heart and you into his. :hug99:

Alex's Mom
12-14-2009, 08:12 AM
Oh Lins, I am SO sorry. Some dogs just wiggle their way into your heart and Boo was one of those. I really enjoyed hearing about him. You gave him 3 wonderful years which he wouldn't have had otherwise...I think these special little ones come into our lives to teach us, and he certainly did! Godspeed, little boy, run seizure-free at the bridge with all our other :angel:s. :candle2: and a million :hug99::hug99:for the Radley shaped hole in your heart.

Tex
12-14-2009, 08:26 AM
:sosad: to hear of Radley's passing, but I know he is running seizure-free at the bridge!

I'm so glad I had the privilege to meet Radley. Linsey, you gave him the BEST life and all the love he could hope for!!!:hearts:

:symp1: Sweet Radley

RustysMom
12-14-2009, 08:34 AM
I am so sorry for your loss! :candle9:

K2
12-14-2009, 09:22 AM
I am so sorry, Linsey. It is never easy to say goodbye, but you gave him the ultimate gift by knowing it was time. :candle9: Run free, sweet Radley.

bsquared
12-14-2009, 10:10 AM
Linsey, I am so sorry...sending you lots of love. :bighug: RIP sweet Radley. :symp1::symp4:

Linus
12-14-2009, 12:33 PM
Thanks everyone.

Bailey was my first dog, and so Radley is the first dog I've lost. I was a mess at the e-vets office. They were very respectful and gave us time and space, and then even called later (to resolve something) and gave me their condolences again.

I didn't think that it would feel this empty in the house. He was just one little guy, but he lit up rooms with his Radley swagger.

I could have sworn I heard his bark in the middle of the night, but I didn't want to open my eyes in case it was just a dream. Maybe that was his way of saying goodbye.

I know how special he was to everyone, and I'm sorry that more of you didn't get to meet him. If anyone would like a picture of my angel, let me know and I'll e-mail you one...or feel free to copy and paste anything I've posted here. His smile is infectious, and there are those days when we all need that.

vferraro99
12-14-2009, 12:40 PM
I'm so, so sorry, Linsey. It's never easy, never. Sweet Radley is running free now, you are a fantastic mom, and gave him a very good life. :symp3:

Jacqueline
12-14-2009, 12:47 PM
Sorry just seem lame. R.I.P. little one. We'll see you later at the bridge.

Opaleyz
12-14-2009, 12:50 PM
This post is in the appropriate place, because he will ALWAYS be in our heart. I am truly sorry for your heartbreak Lins. Radley was such a special little guy and you were such an amazing Mom to him. I remember the day he came into your life and they weren't even sure he would make it 3 days, 3 weeks or 3 months. He was with us over 3 years because of YOU. :bighug:

RIP to the most gorgeous long haired boy that ever lived in Waco, TX. You truly stole my heart. Forever run seizure free at the bridge sweet boy.



I couldn't put it better. I just saw this thread, and the tears are flowing freely. Radley stole my heart right at the beginning too, and I wish I could have gotten to meet him. He truly was very, very special.

Rest in peace, sweet boy. :candle4::symp1::candle4:

So sorry for your loss.

bittyup
12-14-2009, 02:02 PM
I am so so sorry for your hearbreak. Thank you for loving Radley and giving him some very special years. Run free sweet boy:symp1::symp3:

Rae
12-14-2009, 03:10 PM
I am so sorry, Lins. You did SUCH a wonderful thing and gave him such a great, great three years knowing when you "signed up" that this heartbreaking day would likely be the ultimate outcome.

That takes love and courage.

What a lucky boy.

RIP, Boo.

LUVMYGUNNER
12-14-2009, 07:40 PM
RIP sweet boy:candle4:

Rafi
12-14-2009, 07:40 PM
Radley was a special little guy and I don't think he would have been around for 3 years if it wasn't for your generosity and kindness to bring him into your life and take care of him like you did.

3 Years is short in human terms, but is 24 Dog years, and I think he appreciated that you took care of him and extended his time on earth.

:bighug:

ebmw1975
12-14-2009, 07:52 PM
I am so so sorry Lins :hug99: Radley was such a special guy and I am so blessed to have been able to meet him, he did make you smile with that sweet face of his. You were the BEST mom he could have had and I know he knew that. RIP Radley and run seizure free at the Bridge and enjoy your Grandma up there too:angel:

SusanF
12-14-2009, 09:09 PM
I just saw this post and my heart goes out to you in your loss. he gave you love and got it in bunches in return. May he rest peacefully.

Jen
12-14-2009, 10:37 PM
It took a long time for me to stop crying and post. Radley was such a special guy, and I enjoyed spending time with him at Buda. I am so sorry for your loss Lins. :bighug:

:candle: for sweet Radley.

Rileybugg
12-16-2009, 07:26 AM
:bighug::candle4: I'm so sorry. It sounds like he was a very special boy. :hug99:

wawailc
12-18-2009, 10:15 AM
:candle4::gphug:
That made me cry...

:ditto::ditto: Radley and Bailey are some of the first doxies I remember when I first joined DLC. He was a beautiful, and amazing little guy. My heart truly goes out to you... :hug99: