I don’t know how to start this.
My hands are shaking. My heart feels empty.
Today I lost you.
You were not just a dog.
You were my shadow, my comfort, my quiet happiness.
You trusted me with your life — and I failed you.
I keep thinking I hear you.
Your paws on the floor.
Your breath beside me.
But the house is silent now.
I wasn’t there when you needed me the most.
That truth hurts more than anything.
If love alone could have saved you, you would still be here.
You didn’t deserve pain.
You didn’t deserve fear.
You only knew love.
Your bowl is still full.
Your blanket still smells like you.
I can’t bring myself to move them.
People will say, “It was just a dog.”
They’re wrong.
You were family.
I hope wherever you are, you feel safe.
I hope you are warm.
I hope you know how deeply you were loved.
I’m sorry.
I will carry you with me forever.
Rest now, my sweet soul.
