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Hey everyone.

Just writing an update to let y'all know that Duke, the sweetest little pupperoni ever, is in a better place now. He's been a constant for almost exactly half my life and I'm so incredibly lucky to have had 14.5 amazing, wonderful, walk-filled years with him.

Admittedly, these past couple days have been the hardest, expecting to see him in his usual spots and wanting to reach down to boop his little snoot. I think I cried all of Saturday and half of Sunday, grieving all those first moments without him. But Buffy and Zelda are being precious and adorable and giving all the extra cuddles that I'm missing. 

I'm ramping up to post something on YouTube or Instagram, but it's a lot easier to write it down and share here first. 💜💙

The grief is slowly transforming into appreciation for all the time I had (and I had a lot of it!), especially as I scroll through pictures and rewatch videos of him. So please, comment down below, and share with me some of your favorite moments and memories with your own pets. I'd love to hear the stories.

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Anonymous

So sorry to hear that, he was such a sweet boy 💕

Anonymous

Hey Kate, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Our pets, whatever species, are so important to us. They are our family, our friends, our companions in every moment. Please take time for yourself, the grieving process looks different for everyone and you deserve to do whatever it is you need to do to let yourself feel. Duke was always a wonderful part of your vlogs, he reminds me of my parents' golden retriever, Penny, who's now starting to get up there in age. She likes to lie around and under my mom's desk when she's working, kinda like how Duke liked to stick close to you. That sweet man will now rest easy without any achy joints. He had an incredible life with you. Thank you for sharing him with the world, he will be missed

Anonymous

Oh, Kate, I’m so sorry! He really was the goodest of boys and the best pupperoni 💜💜 Thank you for sharing him with us, I’m sending you all the good vibes and virtual hugs!

Anonymous

Hey Kate, I am so sorry for your loss. Just from what I saw of him in the vlogs, Duke always made me smile. Take whatever time you need to grieve and remember and feel what you need to feel.

Fabiana Echeverria

I'm so sorry Kate! My own old boy turns 11 today and I'm gonna go get him his first pupper ice cream later. We'll celebrate the life of Duke and Kenai today 💗

Anonymous

My first dog Buddy had a tendency to run the instant a door was open (he was a rescue) and even though I was scared every time he ran one of my favorite memories of him now was when he ran to the house of the woman who would be my ceramics teacher in high school they called and we went to pick him up he ran there a couple more times after that

Stephanie Faye Lilienthal

Oh no ... I’m so sorry Kate. I hope he’s at a good place now. Well loved and maybe with your gran ♥ I don’t really have a favourite moment with my pet - I think all of them are precious. But maybe something that happened this morning as I went downstairs to do the laundry. Our cat isn’t allowed into the basement (way too many tiny spaces to get trapped in) but she tries nonetheless. Just like this morning. I just picked up the laundry when I saw her tiny head peak around the corner. Once she saw me, she froze and zoomed back upstairs. Boy my love for her is endless. But I know you exactly know what that feels like. Much much love, Kate. And remember - we’re lucky to have something that makes saying goodbye to so hard, that’s something my favourite Disney bear said ♥️🐻🍯

Anonymous

May he rest in peace forever and ever ❤ One of my favourite moments with a cat we used to have was when she would collect pine cones for you whenever you were sad. She had an eye for it, she was never cuddly, but she would run out and fine you a pine cone, she even had a stash under our stairs that she probably used when it was winter

Anonymous

My family has a dog named Chandler Bing and when my parents and brother moved to Virginia, they took him with them (at the time, I was attending college in Missouri). Well, I flew into VA for Thanksgiving Break, and Chandler hadn't seen me in about four months. When he saw me, he howled and crawled into my lap and couldn't decide between howling or licking me and we just sat on the floor for about ten minutes and cuddled. It was the best welcome-home I could have imagined! Hope this made you smile <3

Anonymous

I'm so sorry for your loss! 💜 Duke has been such an adorable, calming presence in your videos! my cat sits on my bed with me or sits on the back of my chair behind my head, our writing buddies are so, so important 💜💜💜

Ineblund

I'm sorry to hear that :( Losing a pet is so difficult as they are a part of your family.. Lost my first cat in an accident and it felt a bit surreal since it happened so suddenly. My favorite story must be that he alwasy loved to follow me all the way to the school bus which was almost a mile away from my home. He was clingy in a non-clingy way <3

Anonymous

Duke was always a highlight of your videos, even if he was just sleeping. He seemed a pretty happy guy so at least you know you gave him a good home. Hard to think of a good annecdote for my old cocker spaniel who passed about 30 years ago (note to self: I am old) but I'm told when she was a puppy she decided to run at some ducks in the park except she didn't understand what a pond was and so plunged into deep water and got the fright of her life. This probably explains why she would delicately step around puddles for the rest of her life. Water is deceptive and not to be trusted :)

Anonymous

I'm so sorry Kate, it is so had tough losing a pet. Happy memory of my Labrador who also passed away when she was around 14... We were keeping an open tin of sweets in the bottom of the food press post Christmas. They were mainly the rejects of the ones no one is the family liked. We kept finding sweet wrappers randomly on the floor, and my mam was getting mad at us for leaving rubbish on the floor. So one day I was in the kitchen, and I heard a noise in the press - I thought it was a mouse or a rat. The dog had her head in the tin and a bunch of sweets in her mouth, I was in such shock! It turns out she been eating the sweets (which were largely made up of chocolate) and spitting out the wrappers! She was about 10 at the time, and it was the first year she'd ever shown interest in sweet food. Anyway, thinking of you and the fam - I'll missing seeing Duke's handsome face in your videos, hope the girls are coping okay - I know some dogs react badly when they lose a friend xx

Anonymous

I’m so sorry to hear that Kate. I recently lost my childhood dog, Molly, as well. It’s so hard because it honestly feels like losing a family member, but I try to be glad that she’s not in pain anymore and think about the good times we had together. We love you and we’re here for you! ❤️❤️❤️

Anonymous

I’m so sorry for your loss, Kate! These situations are never easy, but as a viewer on your channel you could absolutely see that he was so loved and a very happy pup! Sending you all the good vibes 💗

Lauren Amanda

I’m so sorry for your loss! He brought you joy and comfort and for that he was the goodest boy. Having other animals in the house definitely makes it easier even when it is extremely difficult. They always seem to know when we need the extra comfort. Whenever I’m stressed, without fail, one of my cats will come find me and just sit right on my lap or my chest. Sending you all the good vibes!!! 💖

Elizabeth Parmeter

What a special boy. So sorry for your loss, Kate. I had a big black lab for 8 years and he was the bestest kindest boy that loved to play what we called "balloon volleyball" where he would jump up and boop a balloon with his nose to hit it back to us. He loved to swim in the lake at our nearby off-leash park and he would get so tired of swimming, but never wanted to get out of the water so you could hear him whining even as he jumped back out in the lake. <3

Elizabeth Falk

I am SO deeply sorry, Kate. It is absolutely heartbreaking to lose any four-legged family member, but I know that your bond with Duke was extra-special. ❤️ I’m sending warmth and comfort vibes in your direction.

Anonymous

It's been six years, and I still miss my cat Cleo. She was a part of my life in my 20s, 30s, and early 40s - a constant and patient companion to me and then my daughter. Telling her good bye was so hard. I'm sorry you're going through that. We're lucky that we could spend so much time with them. We have three cats now (I thought I'd always stop at two!), and they bring us a lot of joy. When our shop was closed for nine weeks, we discovered that they'd been hiding certain behaviors from us. When we were at home 24/7, it was like they agreed, "Fuck it!" and just lived their lives openly, you know, walking on the kitchen counters, sleeping on the dish mat (😬), and doing yoga on computer keyboards. Luckily, they don't know how to order from Amazon...

Anonymous

My deepest condolences Kate. Duke was such a sweet boy, and I looked forward to seeing him in you vids. 💔

Anonymous

Oh I’m so so sorry. Duke was such a special boy and always brightened the day when he showed up on camera. I lost my chocolate lab right before quarantine began last March and it made an already lonely time even lonelier. I couldn’t look at his favorite toy or read a comment about the rainbow bridge without bursting into tears. But a year later I remember him and all his goofiness and crazy antics and I smile more often than I go misty eyed. Eventually, all the good memories come back and they turn golden. I definitely found hugging my other dog whenever the sadness hit too hard very helpful. But this is so so awful and I’m more sorry than I can say.

Cheryl Rundle

Oh Kate. I'm so sorry for your loss. I always looked forward to seeing Duke in your videos. He was such a good pup. A few years ago, I lost Homer, my Lab/Newfie mix. I had him for almost 9 wonderful years. He was such a treasure for me. He was a big dog with a heart of gold. He had a the Newfie body and the spindly Lab legs. He was really good with my cats for such a big dog. After having a knee surgery and two other surgeries for torn ACL's he didn't walk too well. I had one cat that would always walk him to the yard to potty and then sit and wait for him so she could walk him back in. Such a beautiful bond. When I lost him, it was so hard. It really did help to remember all the times that he lifted my heart. I always smile when I think of him being able to finally run around in the sun in the grassy fields of heaven, since he wasn't able to run in the final few years. Homer brought me so much joy. I know Duke did the same for you. Sending you love and healing thoughts. Cheryl Rundle

BethIsWriting

I’m so sorry for your loss 💜 Thank you for sharing Duke in your videos and streams, I loved it when he made an appearance. Doggos are absolutely the best! I had a miniature schnauzer from when I was in second grade to after college, she was 17. I used to pick her up all the time and she hated it LOL Then one day our neighbor’s dog chased her around the yards and she ran to me, stopped at my feet, and looked up like “if there was ever a time for you to pick me up, now would be it”. 💜

Zara Hoffman

I'm crying as I read this and my mom's heart is breaking for you as well. We both love your videos, you, and your dogs so much. We are offering our deepest condolences to you and I'm so sorry you're feeling pain right now, even if it is transforming partially into gratitude of the time you had with the great, majestic and beautiful pupperoni that was Duke. To answer your request of a favorite memory with my own pet (Riley), there are too many to count for me to easily pick one. But a memory that is funny and definitely counts as a favorite because of how ridiculous it was is that last month, Riley asked me to give her dinner at her normal time because my mom was napping. But then, when my mom woke up from her nap, she acted like she hadn't been fed and I came into the kitchen after she was halfway done eating her SECOND dinner because she'd successfully conned my mom (who had no way of knowing better because Riley had never pulled this devious trick before). We were very impressed with her but now we constantly check with the other that we've already fed her. I hope Zelda and Buffy are doing well and continue to give you all the cuddles you need now that their older brother is gone. ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ (one heart from me, my mom, and Riley, each)

Anonymous

I'm so sorry, I know it's to be expected but it doesn't make it any easier. He was (and is) thoroughly loved and that has been evident through all of the spotlights we get through your vlogs. I have an 8 year old rat terrier and he's the sweetest pup, always super excited to see me whenever I return from going anywhere, even if it's just five minutes to take out the trash. He's always following me around inside the house and is currently sitting under the table I'm working at. He has his own Instagram page and I'm reminded that I need to keep adding to it so I also have a consolidated place to remember his antics one day. Thank you for sharing with us, it's such a private and difficult time, but we're all here for you <3

Sue Olsen

Rest well sweet Duke. He will be playing with my boy on the other side of the rainbow bridge. The grief may be overwhelming and that's okay.. Just remember he will be waiting for you on the other side of that bridge when you get there one day. Take care. x

Jessica F

I am so gutted to hear this. I just watched your most recent vlog yesterday and for some reason I had a feeling that Duke might have passed on over the weekend. I have three kitties myself and every day seems like a new bout of ridiculousness. We have to separate our tubby calico to feed them because she has a special diet. The problem is the other two like the smell of her food better! They were doing really great with the separation for like a month and then all of a sudden, my little black devil of a kitten has started darting into the bedroom and hiding under the bed to get shut in and bully the calico out of her food 😂

Joanna Ortiz

I'm so sorry, Kate! I lost one of my cats late last year and it is such a difficult thing to deal with. My cat, Rajah, used to wait up for me when I would go out at night (which itself seems like a very long time ago). Whenever I got home, he was sitting on the fence and would scream at me, like he was chastising me for being out past curfew. I'm glad you have Zelda and Buffy to comfort you and that you can cuddle them as much as you want. Thinking of you and sending good vibes.

Lukas

I’m so sorry Kate. Coping with a pet’s absence after they’ve felt like they’ve always been there is so tough, but like you said, it eventually does turn into appreciation for all the time you spent with them. You and your family have all my deepest condolences. I recently lost my family cat who we had for 17 years (I’m 19 now, so almost the entirety of my life!) and it was really tough for me cause she was always a constant in my life, as Duke was to you. To answer your question, I always remember her coming to greet me whenever I came home with the cutest meows, and next to me on the couch was always her favorite spot to be. I can now look back at the fond memories with gratitude rather than sadness, but it’s definitely hard getting there. Sending you all the love ❤️

Anonymous

Aw Kate, I'm so, so sorry for your loss. The pupperoni always put such a big smile on my face and my heart is breaking, though I know it doesn't compare to what you must be feeling right now. I know I'm not the only one to say this, but we are here for you, through thick and thin. Sending love, prayers, good thoughts, and virtual hugs. <3

Sarah Cahill

Much love and hugs Kate. Losing a loved one is difficult, but his memory will live on. Not just with you and your family, but with us as well. Thank you so much for sharing, and know that we're here for you, always

Anonymous

I’m so sorry for your loss, Kate. As someone who is allergic to furry animals, I have never had the opportunity to cultivate such a friendship, but I’ve always envied those who have. I can’t imagine your pain but I hope that the happiness you’ve felt these past fourteen years far outweigh it. Take care of yourself!

Izzy

My absolute love and support after losing such a loyal friend! I have lost two family pets in the past year and it never gets any easier. You showed Duke so much love and he will be forever grateful ❤ I have my 11 year old Labrasprollie Maggie who lives with my parents, she is a bundle of energy despite her hips and doesn't know when to slow down! Even as she grows older she still has puppy fits, or zoomies, around the house, suckles her comfort pillow and curls up into a ball on comfy pillows. She loves to dive into rivers and comes out looking like a "drowned rat". She then earns the nickname Maggot for shaking on us because she knows we hate it! There have been many wonderful memories and fun times with her, but the ones that get me every time are when I would return from uni or living away and she still recognises me and pees with excitement! Dogs are the most loyal and loveable creatures. Thank you for sharing Duke's lovable canine nature with us ❤❤❤

Anonymous

I’m very sorry for your loss! Each and every pet is special and Duke was a really good boy! He brought so much joy to you, your family, and us viewers. It’s like that quote “How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard”. It never is easy, but all the good memories help. Dogs are a precious gift. My dog Navi and I send our love to you. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful dog with us ❤️

Sarah Aiston

I am so sorry for your loss. I always liked seeing Duke in your videos. I know how much it hurts, we lost our boy Gypsy in January 2019 and still think of him every day. Glad you have Buffy and Zelda to help you get through this xx

Kumi Mendoza

From what we've seen Duke lived a long healthy and happy life. I'm glad Buffy and Zelda are there to give u extra cuddles dogs are smart that way. *gives you a virtual emergency hug*

Anonymous

I'm so sorry for your loss. ❤️ Losing a pet is more than j just losing a pet. It's losing a best friend, a confidant, a partner in crime, and someone who has always been there for you in both the good days and the bad days. I loved watching your videos with Duke because he reminded me of the dog I lost last year. It helped me work through the grief of losing my best friend, and reminded me that although he is physically gone, I will always have him in my heart and my memories. My dog Black Jack was everyone's favorite. We all called him Bubba because he has such a prominent underbite, like Bubba Gump from the movie Forest Gump. One of my parents' friends called him Fang because one of his bottom canines was always sticking outside his lips. He was my dads gopher hunter, and my moms camping partner. He was my best friend for half of my life, too, and he got me through some really dark days in high school. I don't think I have one memory I can say was my favorite, because they were all my favorites. Even when he was being naughty, I still loved those moments with him. One of my funniest memories with him includes my other dog as well, Cigala. They were puppies at the time, and while we were at work or school, we put them in a little pen we build in the corner of our kitchen (linoleum floors for easy clean up of accidents). When we got back from school it was to find both of them playing around the house, and the pen looking like it hadn't been touched. Every day we kept putting them in the little pen, and everyday they would somehow escape. I think at one point we realized they were actually climbing over the baby gates we had used. They were the kind that had a criss-cross pattern of some type of material, and if they were determined enough I could see how they would be able to climb it and get out. Eventually we just stopped putting them in the pen because it wasn't doing anything but taking up space anyway. I will always look back fondly on those memories of him, and silently thank him for being there. I truly believe animals come into our lives for a reason. They are there to give us unconditional love when we sometimes can't love ourselves. Everyone knows Duke loved you so much, because you loved him so much. Thank you for letting us meet Duke and love him too.

Diane Verrochi

I'm so very sorry, Kate. Losing a pet is so very hard. I think one of the favorite memories I have is a rather odd one. When I first moved out of my parents' house, it was to an apartment that did not allow pets, so my cat had to stay with them. Things were tense between my parents and me, so I didn't go visit for about three months. When I did, Spotty heard my car engine, and came running to meet me as she had always done (frequently scaring me that she'd get hurt). When I got out of the car, though, she very deliberately turned and sat on the driveway with her back to me. That was me told, then!

Anonymous

I’m so sorry for your loss. The first weeks are incredibly bittersweet for sure. They’re such a huge part of our lives and them seemingly gone too quickly and our heart doesn’t want to accept their absence. I have pictures and watercolor portraits up for my fur babies that’ve passed so I can always think of their best, most happy moments.

Alicia

I'm so sorry for your loss, he lived a long and happy life <3 we recently got a new puppy (a standard poodle, our miniature poodle passed away a few years ago) and she started chasing dust, just like our old dog did!! It's very hilarious to watch, because she is DETERMINED to get all of the dust particles in the air. Take care <3

Amanda Gray

I’m so so sorry for your loss. What a lucky sweet boy he was to have you!

Anonymous

Warmest hugs and support <3 My current pets are two horses who have completely opposite personalities - the mare is an egotistical beastie, the stallion is a sweet angel. The mare thinks she is the self-appointed Pony Police, and she has Big Opinions on which people and activities are Allowed and which are Illegal. Cement truck pouring fence posts - it's ok they have a permit. The shed was dark green last week and was repainted dark brown this week - illegal!!!! Giant crane moving hay bales around - sure, no problems here officer. New trees are being carried around to test out the landscaping - monster trees, highly illegal!!!!!

Anna

I’m so sorry for your loss, Kate. I had a maltese growing up (Neve) and she stayed with us for 17 long years before passing away. She was adorable and super smart. Too smart, sometimes. Like asking for cuddles to my cousin with her big puppy eyes, just to get on her lap and eat her cake. Another time, a quite literal dark and stormy night, my dad felt bad for Neve sleeping outside, and went downstairs to get her into the kitchen. She zoomed inside at the speed of light, up the stairs, and into my parents’ bed. ALL. WET. My mother wasn’t pleased at the moment, but she now laughs at the memory. I wish you the time to recover, and all the cuddles from the princesses ❤️

Anonymous

I'm so, so, so sorry for your loss. I've been through it twice and it's probably the hardest thing I've ever been through. I'm so glad you got so many wonderful years with Duke, though. A dog living such a long, happy life is such a blessing! Here's my favorite memory of my first two dogs, Pooka and Buddy. Buddy was just a puppy when this happened, and already a little menace. Pooka was a sweet yellow lab, and even though Buddy was just a puppy (and a million times smaller than her, as a cockapoo), she let him boss her around because she was so easygoing. He thought he was the big man in charge. WELL. One day he escaped our backyard while we were putting out the trash, and he ran down the alleyway. When he got to the end, he ran into two GIANT Dobermans. They weren't nice, and Buddy turned and ran back to us with his tail between his legs, yiping in fear as the dogs chased him. It was one of the scariest moments of my life, because I thought they were going to get him and kill him. But then, Pooka charges out of the gate and straight at the Dobermans. It's two against one, but when they see her running at them they stop in their tracks, turn around, and race away. Buddy runs straight past us back into the backyard, terrified. And once the Dobermans are gone, Pooka just turns back around and trots back toward us like nothing happened. She saved Buddy's life, even though he was constantly bullying her. He never lost his attitude (small dogs just be like that, lmao), but I truly think he and Pooka were best friends. I loved them both so much and miss them every day, but that memory always makes me smile.

Anonymous

Aw, I'm very sorry for your loss. He was always such a cute & chill puppy in your vlogs. <3 My cat passed a few years ago, but I still remember how we would have friendly fights over who got which spot on my bed, often resulting in her giving me awesome back massages. One time she even tried to drape herself over my neck in that strange way that cats have where you don't know whether they're being nice or trying to kill you in your sleep, but of course I loved her for it!

Anonymous

i’ll miss seeing his sweet face in your videos. i had a cat (Elijah) as a child (from age 3 to 13) and he was the sweetest creature. he loved to snuggle and play and EAT. he’s been gone since 2013 but i still think of him every day, the memories i made with him are the best memories i could ask for.

Lewis Stockton

My condolences. I know how hard it is. I lost my best friend years ago and he was such a good boy. I had him since I was 1 year old. Then reacently on the 23rd of december I lost my cat. She was old and had to be put down. It still hurts to remember them all but it onky hurts because they were loved so much. He looked so happy in your videos and whereever he is he is happy and free

Anonymous

So sorry to hear this news. I loved seeing Duke in your videos, he was always entertaining and seemed like a friendly and easy going doggo. I've had a lot of pets through the years (dogs, rabbits, fish, accidently a hamster, then on purpose a hamster, chinchillas, etc.) and it is always difficult to deal with their passing. Never had a cat but there was a friendly neighbor cat who liked to show himself into our house when we'd open the door and also would scratch at our door when we had guests and they would wonder why we weren't letting "our" cat in the house. The rabbit I had growing up was a lop ear rabbit that, when not in his cage, hopped around the house with ears dangling on the floor everywhere it went. Currently I have a chinchilla and an amazon parrot. The amazon parrot is fully flighted and gets into everything. Glad to hear you have been able to focus on the happy memories and hope it continues to get easier as time passes.

QueenNegan

So sorry about Duke. He was always so sweet in your videos ❤️ My beagle Rocky used to always sit on the stairs with his butt higher than his head. He always looked so uncomfortable but we could never get him to sit like a regular dog. I’m sure Duke had a bunch of cute and silly quirks too.

Anonymous

So sorry! He seemed like a good ole boy indeed 💚

Rainy Hammer

All the love from Norway.

Ray Burkett

I’m so sorry for your loss. I loved seeing the two of you together.

Anonymous

I saw it in the last video that he was having some trouble walking in and out if the house. I am so sorry for your loss but glad that the other two babies are giving you extra love. Duke was an amazing pupper who looked like he enjoyed sunshine and being next to you. Sending you hugs from Dallas 💜

Zaleatwig

He was indeed an amazing pupperoni and well loved too! We (my kids who also loved to see him online) send support and solidarity. We have a small terrier Mix (14 lbs) named Betsy who is about 6 years old and an information companion dog for those of us with anxiety and depression in our house. She is the best pupper doggus and loves to hike and camp. She tries to hide in our backpacks when she sees us getting ready to leave the house so she can come with us where ever we go. All the doggo love to you and the other puppers! ~ Lisa (Little Forest Tomes on YT)

Zaleatwig

^informal. Not information. :-)

Magda

So sorry for your loss. Duke was the goodest boy ❤️❤️ I have a sheltie named Willy and I always love how he smiles when I pet him

Sasha Green

It was a Tuesday in May. A matted but happy little face rolled up on my monitor during lunch from the local SPCA Facebook page. It was love at first sight. I quickly emailed my husband, Michael - "Subject line: IT'S GO TIME!!!! THIS IS THE ONE!!!!" Michael called me five minutes later. He was already on his way to the shelter, having clocked out early from his own job across town. Meeting at the SPCA, we had our first play date with Otis (whose name was then, Karl). He was a ten month old Maltese Terrier who had been returned because he was deaf. He was happy go lucky and excited to be out in the sunshine. After he took an awkward puppy poo right in front of us (he did this yoga/gymnast/right leg kick-out kind of thing, which he still does all these eight years later, and it and it is damn cute), we decided to adopt him on the spot since we felt like family after that move. Being in two separate cars, Michael said he would take Otis back home in his truck. The SPCA had placed Otis in one of their cardboard carriers with little breathing holes on the sides. Michael placed the carrier in the front passenger cab. Before he got half way down the long winding SPCA driveway, Otis had managed to bite through the cardboard carrier, popping only his small fluffy white head out. Michael said it was like the door scene with Jack Nicholson from, "The Shining", except cuter because of the button eyes and rollicking tongue (Otis', not Jack's). By the time he got to the stop sign at the end of the driveway, Otis was in his lap ready to drive the truck home himself. As Michael later recalled this story to me, he said it was at that moment he thought, "Oh my God - What have we done?". LOL. And eight years later, what we did was open our lives and hearts to the most joy a family could experience. Otis is the syrup to our pancakes and the light of our lives (together with his newly added sister, Winnie). The animals we bring into our homes are more than just pets. They are precious and fun filled moments and unconditional love in its purest form. Duke was a part of all of our families. He is part of our collective memory. How lucky are we that we all got to share in his life in some shape or form. Thank you for that, Kate. Thank you for sharing that good boy, the bestest boy, with us all. I hope you and your family find peace at this time and continue to hold close, all those precious memories of Duke. He will always be with you. They never leave us. It is not their way. Sending so much love to you and your pack. xo

Anonymous

I am so sorry for your loss. I loved seeing Duke in your videos for the last few years. He seemed like a wonderful dog and I can feel your loss. There at the end I always looked for him worrying that he wouldn’t be in the video and that something had happened to him. I knew he was up in years. Hold strong and remember the good old days. The loss of a pet is never easy. Thinking of you all. XOXO

Anonymous

My deepest condolences, Kate. I'm not the biggest dog person, but I always smiled seeing Duke in your videos. I told my mom today and we both express the deepest of sympathies. My writing companion is always going to be my cat, Fiona. She acts like she doesn't care, but she does. Whenever I'm upstairs writing, she'll look to me as I get in bed and turns back while I work. She also wakes me up for food and I smile when feeding her.

Sara F.

It's sad to hear the new Kate but I hope things will get better soon.

Anonymous

He lived a wonderful life because of you. It’s never easy when our sweet friends leave us, but it was so clear to see that he absolutely adored you. Any video where you took a break and had a sit outside, you could see how much he loved to hang out with you. Duke was such a handsome boy and he will be missed by all of us. Thank you for sharing him with your viewers! Condolences to you Kate!

Anonymous

I'm so sorry, Kate. Thank you so much for sharing him with us; he brought us so much joy, I can only imagine how much he brought you. Sending all my love.

K. R. Green

All the love, cuddles and hugs for you and the family at this time. About two days ago, my cats were chasing each other. Ember (runt of litter, tortie) took a tight turn to run up the stairs... Smoke, her brother, twice her size (long haired), did not make the turn, and skidded beautifully into the closed door. It was hilarious as it was (hes fine, his floof protects him) but Ember had actually stopped half way up the stairs to turn around and watch him, and that made me cry with laughter. Pets, eh?

Anonymous

I'm so sorry, Kate, I truly am. I loved to see the beautiful Duke in your videos and it's amazing that you guys got to spend so much time together, although I imagine that that doesn't make the pain any easier to deal with. Right my 17 years old cat Yago is on my knees (he turned 17 just today) and I'm holding him extra tight. As Duke was, he's been part of my life for half of it and I can't imagine what you're going through right now. I'd like to give you a massive hug and since I can't do it in person, I'm going to send you the most positive vibes I can think of right now. And I want to thank you for your channel and your Discord: you have given me a family in this scary times when I can't see or meet my friends, and I'm forever grateful to you for that. Blowing a kiss to a star, thinking of your beautiful Duke today, and sending you all my love.

Anonymous

Oh no, I’m so sorry to hear this! He was such a highlight of your videos! I wasn’t there when my last pet past. He was my little angel. I’m so glad you got to spend as much time with him as you did! It won’t be the same without him! I’m guessing he’s been in almost every single one of your videos? But at least he got to an incredible age! All the best to you and your loved ones! xo

Georgie Spora

I'm so sorry Kate. My cat Fluffy passed away when I was eighteen. I got her for my sixth birthday so she was with me for most of my childhood! I can't remember much of my childhood without her. I loved watching Duke in your videos, he was the sweetest pup ever! Hope you're doing okay xoxo

Anonymous

I'm so sorry for your loss! Duke seemed like a wonderful friend and a sweet soul.

Anonymous

I'm really, really sorry. Losing a pet is like losing a human loved one. They have a forever mark on us. I had a mixed breed, a dog named Chico. He was a really amazing dog that I'll forever cherish. He was so funny too. A very calm and loving dog. He went missing when I was 22. We had to go to my sister's house when a hurricane was coming straight for our house and we brought Chico with us to my sister's home, only for my dad to let Chico out (he was also going blind) and we couldn't find him after that. I was devastated. I hope he was able to find a warm home to live out the remaining of his days.

Kate Ayre

I am so sorry. It hurts so much when you lose a beloved friend like Duke. M first dog passed quite young due to cancer. His little sister is still here with us and barks and snuggles twice as much to make up for him.

Anonymous

I'm so sorry, Kate. Duke was the handsomest dog out there and will be missed by everyone! Much hugs and love towards you and your family, pets are just as important and should be grieved as such. Please take your time to recover from this tremendous loss.

Kristina Tickle

Oh Kate I’m so sorry!! I was just watching your videos today wondering how Duke was. Don’t worry about posting anything, take all the time you need!!

Charlotte Armstrong

Oooft sending so many hugs, even when we know its coming it still hurts a lot and takes a while to get used to them not being where they usually are, I remember after my doggo passes about a year and a half ago every time I arrived home at my parents place I subconsciously looked for her where she'd usually be to greet the car as we came over the hill, and cos Im usually only there every other weekend a lot it took several months for it sink in and for me to stop looking out of habit. But similar to what you've said, I'm so grateful I got time with her when I did, she was a gorgeous little gem of joy and was a wonderful companion through the years 😍🤗 Sending so many virtual hugs!

Anonymous

I'm so so sorry. My own cat went missing years ago, and I think I'm not the only one that understands the way you feel. I'm so sorry again. It's still hard years later. Sometimes I expect to see my cat run for me when I get home or be sleeping underneath the covers with me. But over time we learn to love and appreciate the years we had with them and know that we gave them the best life possible. Stay strong, and remember you're not alone.

Anja Kuemski

I am so sorry, Kate. A friend of so many years, that's tough. I'm sending you lots of hugs.

Anonymous

I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great companion and patient youtube sidekick. Thank you for all the care and love you gave him, especially in his last years. And thank you for letting him be a part of your journey and sharing your pupperoni with us. I'm sure he appreciated it, too. Sending lots of hugs!

Anonymous

xoxoxo

Anonymous

:'( It crushes my heart to hear this news. He's such a sweet boy and I've adored seeing him in your vlogs over the past couple of years. It still hurts to think of the pets I've had in my life, but I try to remember that I was lucky to know them; to have experienced their unique personalities. You and your sweet boy were lucky to have met in this life and to have loved each other for so many years.

themysteriouscloud

He was a wonderful boy, and I loved seeing him in all of your vlogs. I know the pain will be for a bit, but just always remember Kate, that he is family and will always have a special place in your heart forever. You loved each other deeply, and I know he knew that and you do too. I hope that our comments here and on youtube and Instagram bring you at least a smile. Duke would like that. I hope this week brings you joy and happiness in other places and every time you think of Duke, it brings a smile to you.

Anonymous

When I was a kid, I had a rottweiler named Saber. He was a big dog but was as sweet as pie to me. He was very protective and would try, much to the annoyance of my mother, to guard me against any adult who dared to approach us. I have no siblings, so my rotty became my childhood playmate. I have this memory of being about six or seven, I wanted to play on my swing-set, but Saber kept trying to sit next to me while I was using it. I worried I might bonk him on the head, so I led him to another part of the garden that was sectioned off by a large wooden door. My grandpa had installed that door in the eighties; its green paint was flaking off, and the wood was weathered and had pretty much rotted through. So finally, I was swinging my little heart out when I heard this loud ass cracking sound. My giant rotty had just burst through the bottom of the door and came bounding towards me with a huge grin on his face, tongue lolling out of his mouth loool. I still can picture his happy, sweet face vividly. Mannnn I miss my childhood playmate so much :’)

Anonymous

Nooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!

Anonymous

My fur baby Truman the orange tabby passed away almost a year and a half ago and I still think about him constantly. I have adopted two wonderful cats since and I’m glad to be able to give so many animals safe and loving homes, but I’ll still always have a massive place in my heart for my little man Tru 🧡

Anonymous

Oh noes Kate!!! My heart breaks for you!! 💔💔💔 This literally brought me to tears!!!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 Big hugs!!!!! And Love!!!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

Anonymous

So, so sorry, Kate. Take care of yourself.

Anonymous

I’m so sorry for your loss. Seeing Duke on his slow walks or just sitting in the sun in your vlogs always made my day so much brighter. He was an amazing doggo. Please take care of yourself <3

Anonymous

I'm so sorry for your loss!

Anonymous

Condolences for your loss, your fans will miss seeing him also. RIP Duke

Regina Duke

Sweet fur baby at my feet and underneath my chair, Giving love and loyalty, both without compare. Wisdom in those loving eyes, framed by age-blanched fur Kept me going through the day. What a team we were! So sad the heart that loses such a friend. So hot the tears That I have shed since sweet old Duke succumbed at fourteen years. "Who's the sweetest little pupper?" We all know the song. How long will I keep checking for him underfoot? How long? Forever...for he never left. He lives inside this heart bereft. For now I see him in my dreams. Not really gone. His spirit gleams. So slow of step on Wobbly legs he was those last few weeks. I shared his pain and show my own with tears up on my cheeks. He touched so many lives and now I do not grieve alone. Forty thousand others weep as if Duke were their own. (c2021, Regina Duke...sending love and hugs)

Lynn Lee

Oh no, I’m sorry for your loss. It’s never easy losing family 🙁

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2021-08-09 18:26:54 I am so, so sorry Kate. This is one of the hardest things to go through. I'm thinking of you and yours, and hoping for peace and comfort for you. <3
2021-03-26 00:31:17 I am so, so sorry Kate. This is one of the hardest things to go through. I'm thinking of you and yours, and hoping for peace and comfort for you. <3

I am so, so sorry Kate. This is one of the hardest things to go through. I'm thinking of you and yours, and hoping for peace and comfort for you. <3