Things happen for a reason…
Author: Steven Cozza4 Apr
My Post De Panne Report
I flew home the last day of De Panne right back to the states. It’s so horrible going from such great form to nothing, barely able to put on a T-shirt. I sometimes feel things are meant for a reason. In this case, there was a really good but horribly sad reason.
After flying all day home from Europe, I had my parents pick me up. I’m always really excited to see my dog Teddy (pictured left in argyle, of course), an Australian shepherd who just turned 11. I have never seen such an old dog act so young. When I stepped out of the car, she exploded with excitement like she always does. My parents finally broke the news that she has terminal cancer and only 1 to 4 months to live. I was totally shocked and broke down while Teddy licked all the tears off my face.
So now that I’m home, she’s hanging out with me 24-7. I’m going to bring my trainer to my parents house and ride next to her. She is going to the dog park every day and getting as many bones as she wants. I cry as I write this but I’m just going to do my best to enjoy the time I have left with her. She doesn’t even know she’s sick yet. First my guinea pig Wally died in November, and now Teddy. Man.
I need to focus too on healing. I go for more x-rays today, and then maybe an operation. We will see. But I am determined to get back to racing ASAP. My guess is late April early May.
That’s all for now. Stories from the trainer coming soon. - Cozza
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13 Responses for "Things happen for a reason…"
Steven,
Your injury was an unfortunate setback. Then this sad news about a significant “person” in your life. As a veterinarian and owner of 2 Aussies (9 and 7) I know your pain at the impending loss of your best friend. She will continue to run along side you long after her body is gone. Now she can be there with you as you race too.
my best to you for a quick recovery and return to racing.
Ed
Steven,
I am sorry to hear about your dog. Your post really brought me to tears. There is nothing like the bond we have with our pets.
Hi Steve
That is really tough. Our wee border now 16 has escaped death twice in the last year but is clearly on her last times. She is still as obstinate and difficult as ever. Like you I just value all these last walks perhaps especially when she plays up. The hardest for you will be leaving her next time so just enjoy each day.
All the best with the shoulder. Just look how Maggy is going now - it is early in the season so look forward to six weeks time.
Steven,
I am truly soory to hear about your injury and the horrible news about your friend. I have two dogs my self and can sympathize with the love that a fellow pet owner has and how hard it is when you get this type of news. Hang in there and always remember the good times you have had and still have left. Spoil the heck out of Teddy and know that he will always be with you.
I ditto Ed’s comments. The dog will be with you forever as mine are. You are right in your thoughts…seize the day and enjoy the time. Keep on ,keepin on! DMV
Hi Steven,
Yes, the universe works in mysterious ways sometimes. I’m so glad you were able to go home and be with Teddy to make her last months here on Earth the absolute best they can be. What an amazing little spirit. Just shows you how much dogs love in the moment. All she wants to be right now is with you. My thoughts are with you both.
Shana
It sounds terrible to say that I am glad that you are injured, but as person who is terribly attached to my cats, I have to say I’m so glad for you to have this time with your dog. Take lots of photos and make lots of great memories with the time you have together.
Cheers,
Jill
I am sorry to hear that man. Sounds like Teddy has had an Amazing life!! Just keep the happy for as long you can.
take care of yourself and we all look forward to your return to the break aways puttin’ to everyone!
I busted my collarbone in four pieces and two ribs last Saturday. This blows as, relatively speaking as a Cat 4. racer (full time job/life/family, etc.) here in the states, I’m in my best form ever.
Trainer in ten days..road in 3 weeks…racing again soon.
Hang tough…
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Brian
Sorry to hear about your dog, I just had to put my Lab down about 3 weeks ago. In her head she was always a pup, happy and trying to play until the end. I know how tough it can be, she was my buddy by my side for about 8 years. Play play play and spoil her until the end. Good luck on the recovery. Another ditto on Ed’s comments, Teddy will be running right beside you forever.
Not sure what I can say that hasn’t already been said. I feel your pain with the collarbone and Teddy. I broke my collarbone years ago when I was in 1st grade but didn’t bother to tell anyone for 4 days. Not fun. I understand your bond with Teddy too. My dogs were constants in my life til the both passed my senior year in high school. Got a couple of new dogs now, not as replacements, but as additions to the family. Ditto what Ed and Dave said, Teddy will always be running beside you just as my dogs always run beside me. Hang tough!
Steven sorry to hear about your shoulder and your dog Teddy. Susan and I hope you have a speedy recovery and we are sure Teddy was very lucky to have a great guy like you as his friend.. take care of yourself and see you soon.
Steve, I am sorry to hear your sad news. My wife and I lost Gunnar, one of our dogs to a tragic accident in November. He was young and full of so much life, in his short 3 years he brought us so much joy to us. There is an amazing and unexplainable bound between us and our dogs. Like Gunnar, Teddy will continue to bring you joy even when he is gone. Now go wrestle around with him and give him a big belly rub for me!
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