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| Won By Her Wits "Charm" American Greyhound February 3, 1999 - September 22, 2010 |
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| Charm and Richard September 2009 ...during the days that we almost lost her. She made it another full year. She didn't give up! |
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| Charm made her own racetrack in our meadow |
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| Charm and Chris-- it turned out to be a farewell for them. August 2010 |
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| Charm will always be my "gardening greyhound" |
Sadly, we had to say goodbye to our sweet Charm today. She bravely fought four years of kidney disease and we kept her going as long as we could with home-cooked meals, medication and lots of love. However, medication could not provide relief from the unbearable pain of bone cancer that she suffered the last few weeks.
Charm was a retired racing greyhound named Won By Her Wits. We adopted her from Project Racing Home in Randleman, North Carolina in 2003. Carrboro Plaza Veterinary Clinic, especially Dr. Mary Snyder, provided her with the very best care.
We cannot say enough good things about Charm and the experience of owning a greyhound. She was a very special dog and we'll always remember her. She is laid to rest overlooking the butterfly garden, between the trees that she used as her racetrack turn. Every morning until the last few days, she walked through the garden with us. We would tell her "Charm, want to promenade" and she always followed along the garden paths, never ever digging up a plant. She did stop and smell the flowers.
We'll miss her.
Freda, Richard, Chris and Garrett
I'm so sorry for you and your family Freda. I know how special Charm was and how hard it is to say goodbye to our beloved four legged friends. She'll be forever in your hearts. Take care.
ReplyDeleteOh, those lovely brown eyes.
ReplyDeleteI just had to say that I'm so sorry you've lost your canine buddy and gardening companion. Looks like you gave her a wonderful home.There is something so special about greyhounds and lurchers. x
Freda I cannot say how sorry I am to read this post. I know how much she was one of the family and a constant source of delight.
ReplyDeleteI had no idea she'd taken such a turn for the worse and my heart goes out to you all.
I'm sure it's of little solace right now, but you gave her the best life you possibly could.
Again, I'm so sorry to hear this.
Rob
Freda, I was so sorry to read of Charm's passing. She was a wonderful companion and friend for you and Richard. She, in turn was so fortunate to have had you and Richard adopt her and give her a loving home.
ReplyDeleteHugs (()) to you today.
Oh Freda, I am so sorry. She was such a sweet dog and gave you all so much love. I wish you peace and comfort, knowing she is in a good place. Big hugs to you.
ReplyDeleteDear Freda ~ I too am saddened and sorry to hear of Charm's passing. She was always a joy to read about, and she was your wonderful gardening companion. She had a loving, sweet life with you and your family. I love the pictures you shared with us all today. Thanks to you and Richard for adopting her and giving her such a joyous place to live.
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs ~ FlowerLady
Dearest Freda,
ReplyDeleteI have tears falling down my cheeks as I say that I am so sorry about Charm. These gentle souls burrow deep into our hearts, and they leave such a void when it is time for them to go.
May I please use Charm's profile photo on the memorial page of the Greyhounds Rock web site? We have a page dedicated to hounds that we have lost to cancer, and it would be an honor to include Charm.
I will light a candle for Charm this evening, to help guide her on her journey to the Rainbow Bridge.
With love,
Connie (and Emma and Daniel)
www.greyhoundsrock.org
So sad, it's never easy to love a loved pet...at least you gave her a great life!
ReplyDeleteFreda,
ReplyDeleteI'm so sad for you losing a best friend like Charm. What a fun life she must have had living with your family.
Freda, I am so very sorry you lost Charm~I know he was a wonderful companion and dear member of your family. I'll be thinking about you all. gail
ReplyDeleteOh Freda, I am so sorry to hear about Charm. She had such a sweet face. I know you are going to miss her. She was very lucky to have had a life with your family. Carla
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear of the loss of your friend! It's hard to watch a pet suffering from those ailments. We had a cat we took care of for many years who had kidney failure her loss was a tough one. They become one of the family.
ReplyDeleteDear Freda, This is always the most agonising part of owning a pet. How aptly named was 'Charm' as she looks to have been charming indeed. I have owned several 'rescue' pets and have found them to be the most loyal and loving. They seem to give thanks each day for looking after them after the hardships that they have faced before. Of course, the joy that Charm gave you and your family will be in your hearts for ever but that does not ease the pain of today. My thoughts are with you all.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear of your loss. She will be without the pain, now.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Sweet sad post.
ReplyDeleteAnimals with cancer...been there.
Sorry for your loss.
My son and daughter-in-law lost their rescued greyhound to cancer just a few months okay. Charm's sweetness is evident in your pictures - she was indeed beautiful. I am so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeletePlease accept our deepest condolences for the loss of sweet, sweet Charm, Freda. We weep with you at her valiant struggle. She was fine friend and exquisite creature. You gave her the happiest of lives.
ReplyDeleteFrances
Thank you for your kindness. Richard and I drove down to Wilmington to walk on the beach yesterday. We just needed to get out of the house. We took Charm to the beach until 2 years ago. She loved to run on the beach, always coming back to us.
ReplyDeleteI've got to post something new here. We've had NO rain this month. Between round-the-clock care for Charm, the 90+ degree heat and drought, the garden is in the worst condition that I've ever seen.
Thank you again. Although I've not met many of you in person, I consider you friends.
My thoughts are with you Freda. It's so hard to say goodbye to a loyal and loving pet. They become like family members and give us so much unconditional love.
ReplyDeleteFreda, I'm so very sad for you and your family. Charm was a precious companion, as evidenced by your beautiful photos and affectionate words. I especially love the one of her with Chris - so sweet.
ReplyDeleteShe will live on in your hearts and precious memories.
Sending a big hug and giving Hannah (on my lap) an extra cuddle for Charm. xox
I hope you've had some of this rain that's pouring down outside here today.
Dear Freda,
ReplyDeleteI send my sincere condolences to you during this sad time. Charm was such a big part of your family. It was obvious she was part of your garden blogging world, as well, as you featured her (or at least mentioned her) many times in the past. I am so sad she had become so ill and am very sorry for your loss. Please know I'm thinking of you right now.