Aloha Arcticblue Howe
March I 2000 - May 26, 2006
It is with the deepest sadness that I let you know that my beautiful Blue boy made his way to the Rainbow Bridge last night with the help of his caring vet, Dr. Szentimrey. The osteosarcoma returned to a few different places and left him lame on a front leg. None of our magnificent animal friends deserve this disease and the pain that it brings along. I know all those who have walked this path before, understand what a roller coaster ride of emotions and decisions it takes you on. The dignity with which Blue handled his disease was an inspiration to say the least. Blue was big, strong and without a doubt the leader of the pack...even as a tripod :-) He was a meet and greet ambassador extraordinaire, a much loved visitor at a local nursing home, a regular blood donor and up until his amputation surgery, a regular walker with the greyhound walking club. I always used to say that if he had been a man, he would have been the classic American/Canadian gigolo...he was drop dead gorgeous, a great kisser and had all the right moves to charm the ladies...human and canine :-) It was a great privilege to have been his guardian. He will be sorely missed. Remember to give your special ones a big hug while they are here to hug. My first look into greyhound eyes stole my heart forever...
Much love, Nina