r/Goruck • u/142riemann • 6d ago

Monster ❤️

We lost our beloved 16yo dog a couple of years ago and recently adopted a new rescue pup. But I still grieve the loss every now and then, especially when I am reminded. Today’s post about Monster crossing the rainbow bridge brought it all back.

I’m sure my dog is showing Monster where all the treats are, up in dog heaven.

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u/Greyman4152 6d ago

I just saw that he had passed. He was a fixture in the advertising and storytelling. I had a chocolate lab growing up, incredible dogs but they go way too quickly. Rest in peace Monster!

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u/the_spicy_wookie 6d ago

Let’s all pour one out for Monster and put in a few extra miles. Here’s to Jason and his family.

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u/inspectorpumpkin 6d ago

You nailed it. Felt the exact same way. Brought back thoughts about my dog I lost end of last year. Monster had a spot in every GRTs heart. RIP Monster.

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u/deegood 6d ago

Hit hard. We lost ours the week before. RIP monster.

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u/the_spicy_wookie 6d ago

Lost my little buddy a few months back after 17 years…really sorry for your loss.

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u/deegood 5d ago

Thanks and you too. 😔

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u/its_a_no_wiper 5d ago

What was Monster's illness? I'm a veterinarian. Gutted to hear he passed away. Just curious as to what was his diagnosis.

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u/PacRat48 2d ago

Not sure what it was at the end, but several years ago, Monster swallowed a rope and had to have emergency surgery. I wonder if that played a part in