Man Bids Heartfelt Goodbye To His Beloved Dog After 12 Years Of Loyal Companionship

"I’ve been in love with you since you moved in… I know you loved me as well."

Damjan

• Published in Animal Stories
• July 23, 2023

Dogs, often referred to as man's best friend, bring boundless joy, unerring loyalty, and unconditional love into our lives. However, they possess one flaw that inevitably brings deep sorrow to those who love them - their lifespans are tragically shorter than ours.

This stark reality often leaves us grappling with heartbreak and longing for more time with our beloved canine companions. Recently, a story that's been all over the internet is a perfect example of this.

It's about a young guy named Gilberto Rodriguez, who had to say a tearful goodbye to his husky, his best buddy for 12 years. Social media is full of stories that can either make us chuckle or tear up, and this one definitely hits the heart hard.

It's a reminder of the tough part of having pets - the moment we have to say goodbye. For those of us who really love animals, our pets are way more than just company.

They're a big part of our lives, offering us loads of love and always sticking by our side. In fact, our pets often become as important to us as any family member.

Poor Gilberto was in tears as he thanked his husky for the years they'd spent together. It's a tough pill to swallow, but our furry friends aren't here forever.

Whether it's due to health issues or just old age, there comes a time when we have to let them go. Nobody wants to face this, but it's just part of life.

Gilberto recently lived through this moment, having to say goodbye to his husky after 12 years of awesome memories. It's a heartbreaking story but also a beautiful reminder of the bond we share with our pets.

Gilberto Rodriguez had to say the last goodbye to his husky

The young man put together a touching video showing photos of himself with his pet, from the time the dog was just a tiny pup until now. Struggling through his pain and sadness, Gilberto tried to say a few final words to his cherished dog.

He couldn't stop his tears as he spoke. "What a wealthy fantasy, Dad. Have you had a chance to relax, handsome?" He managed to say this with a sad smile and tears in his eyes.

Even in his grief, Gilberto thanked his dog for all the good times they had together. He made sure to tell his pet how much he loved him and what he meant to him. In his own words, he said:

"Thank you, papa, thank you. I’ve been in love with you since you moved in… I know you loved me as well."

And it was heartbreaking

He thanked him for being a great friend for 12 years

Even in his grief, Gilberto thanked his dog for all the good times they had together.

This gut-wrenching moment captured on video deeply touched social media users. The video quickly amassed over 8 million views, received more than 1.5 million "likes," and prompted over 40,000 comments since its release. People from every corner of the globe rallied to extend their condolences, with many sharing their personal experiences and memories of their own pets.

Responses included comments like, "Without a doubt, a great pain, how wonderful that you accompanied him until his last breath." Others wrote, "It pierced my heart, and I never want that day to arrive." Some encouraged Gilberto, saying, "You must be strong; I know precisely how you feel."

Shared experiences also filled the comments, such as "I too witnessed mine fall asleep, and I’ve had it since I was a puppy, just like you." Another poignant comment read, "It’s heartbreaking to say goodbye to life’s most genuine love."

Many empathized with Gilberto's deep pain, saying, "I can only imagine how much anguish that young man must be feeling; puppies are a part of our family, and the unconditional love they provide us is priceless." Further extending their sympathy, one user wrote, "I join his sentiments for his pet’s departure; God has a nice place for all of them because they provide a lot of love."

"Thank you, papa, thank you. I’ve been in love with you since you moved in… I know you loved me as well."

Their last moment together

Watch the video:

Gilberto expressed his surprise at the overwhelming support he received in response to his heartfelt story.

Gilberto expressed his surprise at the overwhelming support he received in response to his heartfelt story. He hadn't anticipated the flood of kind comments and the swift reactions from internet users.

However, he believed that this wasn't his doing but rather an outcome orchestrated by his beloved pet.

"It was not my plan, but my shorty’s, since many people went and cuddled their puppies. Many people place a higher value on them. Many people recall his puppies. It was certainly his plan, therefore I apologize."

Damjan