Chico

December 12th, 2007 - August 5th, 2020

Breed: Mini Dachshund mix
Age: 12
Owner: Lanai
Hometown: Brazil

Chico came into my life around easter of 2008, when I was just seven years old, and I couldn't have asked for a better dog. He was always part of the family and all of us loved him with all of our hearts. He loved going on long night walks with our other dogs, who are all bigger than him, and he was always the tiny fierce leader of the pack. When our other dog, Jade, had her puppies he was always there playing with them.

Last year my mother took in an abandoned puppy who we named Perrito, and he and Chico would always play together even when Perrito outgrew him. They became the best of friends and even though Chico is gone now I know that their bond will never be broken. He also loved going to food fairs and outdoor restaurants with Perrito and we would take them to those whenever we could.

He would sometimes chase our cats around the house for fun, never actually hurting them, and even they miss him now. For the past few years Chico and I have spent every moment together, we would always have every meal together and sleep in bed together and I would take him with me wherever dogs were allowed. The two of us were inseparable, other people would always comment on how alike we were.

I was heartbroken after his diagnosis, he had always been a very healthy and strong dog, but his condition worsened so fast that I didn't think he would make it through the first day, and yet he managed to stay with us for another month. His last month on earth was filled with so much love and fun, and he even got to go to the beach for the first time! He also got lots of rest, he always loved to take long naps. He was a happy, loved dog even when his heart didn't want to work properly. Eventually it all became too much for him to handle, he didn't get used to his medications and they were taking a big toll on his tiny body so we both knew it was time for him to go home. He took his last breath in my arms with his head resting on my shoulder.

My little Chico, you were the best dog I could ever have asked for. I'm so glad I got to meet you. You will always be my best friend in the entire world, and I'll love you forever ❤