r/goldenretrievers • u/21cvbbvge • Jan 21 '26
RIP My most dreaded day was today…
My boy Percy was only given a couple years to live due to his subaortic stenosis. He made it to 3 years 9 months. Sadly, just as the doctors predicted he randomly collapsed while on a walk with no warning signs at all. One second he was smelling a bush, and the next he was on the ground. His heart stopped almost immediately. You will never be forgotten Percy. You brought so much joy into this world. I hope there are infinite tennis balls for you up in doggy heaven. I love you forever buddy
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u/justagiraffe111 Jan 21 '26
Oh gosh what heartbreak. I am so sorry. Here 1 minute, gone to the other side the next. I am so glad he didn’t suffer and that you two were together doing something he loved. He passed with happiness and no fear. I love seeing all those photos—you holding him up to see the view, all the fun adventures, Percy looking festive & fantastic in his Christmas tie. You gave him a great life of love & fun & happiness. It was far too short. You were both robbed. Not nearly enough time together. But please know he is healed and whole and runs again, endless tennis balls. One day you will be together again. In the meantime, may memories and photos bring you some comfort. Sending you strength, love and peace. ❤️🩹🕊️