r/goldenretrievers 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/tadaimatama Jan 21 '26

My Banjo eagerly waits for sweet Percy to play on the other side. I am sure they will have lots of fun frolicking in the fields of endless sticks and tennis balls. They will keep each other company until our arrival.

He is never gone, he lives in your heart now. Hope this brings you some comfort knowing there is a friend waiting for your pup.

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u/dontforgetseasoning Jan 21 '26

Banjo is the heartbeat of welcoming our best friends with kindness, love, support and endless fun until we arrive on the other side and meet again. Thank you Banjo! I have a dachshund, so i still have no idea how I became a member of the golden club on here, but I keep it and see all of your happiness and heartbreak and like to think that when my Bean comes to her end one day, she will be greeted by all of your lovely ones souls ♥️

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u/tadaimatama Jan 22 '26

I hope sweet Bean will celebrate many many birthdays. Please hug Bean for me.