Many of our pets have a way of stealing our hearts and becoming a part of our lives with a love that is difficult, if not impossible, to replace. Losing a dog after spending so much time together hurts just as much as the loss of a loved one, as our pups quickly become part of our families. A dog's love is unmatched, and when they die, they leave a void in our hearts that often lasts forever. That's the case for a lot of celebrities who have openly shared the pain of losing their beloved dogs with their fans. It's never easy to mourn a pet's death, and their messages of sorrow and pain after their furry friends go to doggy heaven are often so emotional, they'll remind you of all the pets you've lost in your own life, as well as make you appreciate the ones who are still by your side.
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Stars like Chiquis Rivera and Demi Lovato have all lost their adorable furry friends after tragic accidents, and we can't even imagine the pain they went through. Demi described the loss of beloved dog Buddy as one of the most painful experiences of Demi's life. We don't blame Demi—the little white puppy was so adorable and was by Demi's side through a lot.
For other stars like Chrissy Teigen, Miley Cyrus, and Eva Longoria, the loss of their pets hurt them deeply, and it took a lot for them to process the grief of losing their four-legged buddies. A pet's love changes you forever, and unless you've had one of your own, the pain that comes from this kind of loss is difficult to understand. Scroll through to see the loving messages stars have shared after losing their beloved dogs.
President Joe Biden and the first lady's German shepherd Champ died in 2021.
After famously moving into the White House with President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden early in 2021, their beloved German shepherd Champ died in June 2021. "He was our constant, cherished companion during the last 13 years and was adored by the entire Biden family," they shared in a statement on Instagram.
Pink's dog lived for 15 years.
Singer Pink's dog, Frangelica “Nanni” Moore Hart, died in 2018. She was a good old girl who lived for 16 years. At the time, the singer shared a photo of her getting a sweet puppy kiss in honor of her loyal pal.
Chrissy Teigen lost her 10-year-old Frenchie.
Chrissy Teigen's French bulldog Pippa died in her arms when she was 10 years old, less than a year after Chrissy tragically lost her third pregnancy. "We love you sweet girl. I know you’re giving puddy hell up there. Thank you for giving us your whole life," Chrissy wrote on Instagram, referring to a previous dog she lost.
Chiquis' dog didn't survive a bad fall in September 2019.
The singer's teacup Yorkie had a fall that hurt his spine when he was just a puppy. Chiquis and her then husband, Lorenzo, got their doggy Dallas soon after they got married in 2019, but the puppy's fatal fall happened just months later. She asked for prayers in September, but the puppy didn't survive the accident.
Sebastian Rulli lost his beloved Gaucho.
The adorable dog passed away in April 2020, leaving the actor brokenhearted. "Thank you Gaucho!" the actor captioned a video that a fan shared of his dog. "Thank you @rullinaticasworld for sending me this video to honor Gaucho. It got me so emotional. Take care of and enjoy your pets. They are angels that show us a better way to live."
Demi Lovato lost little Buddy.
Demi (who goes by they/them/their pronouns) lost their adorable puppy, Buddy, in July 2015 after he was killed by coyotes. Demi remembered the little guy two years after his death with a sweet collage on Twitter. "2 years today. I miss my baby so much.. see you in heaven little angel. I love you forever Buddy," they wrote.
Eva Longoria's dog's death hit her hard.
A pregnant Eva mourned the death of her dog Jinxy in June 2018. "So the day I’ve been dreading happened last night," she captioned a post honoring her dog. "Jinxy passed away in my arms at the vet. He had a stroke that he just couldn’t come back from. He was 15 years old (96 in dog years) and he filled those years with lots of love and laughter. He was my baby before this baby in my belly came along. I’m so sad but know that he’s out of his suffering. Anyone who knew me, knew Jinxy. He will be missed by many. I love you Jinxy ."
Chrissy Teigen shared the most heartfelt post about her boy, Puddy.
Chrissy has such a loving bond with her dogs, and losing Puddy really hurt her. She wrote in March 2018: "Today our baby, Puddy, has gone on to the pup heavens. John and I got Puddy in our first year of dating, when I convinced him half-birthday presents were a real thing. 10 years ago, on May 30th, I found the dog that would be there for us through every up, down, new house, new city, new tour, new travel. He welcomed new pups and loved on new babies and new bellies. He was there for everything. Every time I needed a taste tester, someone to kiss or needed to sob into his stinky rolls, he was there. It’s true what they say. We are their entire lives and it is the greatest shame that they can only bless us with a short spark of time in ours. I always knew I would lose a piece of me when he left us. I feel the hole now. I will love you forever, my boy. My heart aches. Thank you so much for everything, everything."
Salma Hayek adored her dog, Lupe.
"With my heart filled with love and pain I had to say goodbye to my Lupe," she captioned this post. "I am so grateful for the 18 years she enriched my life with her great spirit. I have no words or tears to describe how much she meant to me. May she run free with my pack of dogs that are already waiting for her in dog heaven."
Khloé Kardashian documented her pup Gabbana's last days.
"Last night my sweet Gabbana passed away ," Khloé captioned this post. "She was more than a pet. She was my first child, my companion and my friend. She was incredible! She made sure I was never lonely even during lonely times. The house will never be the same. I never thought I would be this devastated over loosing a dog but 14 years, is a long time together. She filled a significant role in my life and I'm forever grateful. I love you Goober!! I'll remember you always! ."
Demi Lovato also grieved Spawn.
Demi got close to Spawn when they were dating Wilmer Valderrama at the time. “I miss you so much already beautiful boy … When I first met you 6 years ago, I was intimidated by your size and your strong presence,” Demi wrote about the pooch. “But as I got to know you, I learned you were just one big teddy bear.”
Wilmer Valderrama lost his dog.
"Yesterday, I said goodbye to my handsome boy Spawn, this year has been quite a roller coaster," the actor captioned a post on Instagram in December 2015. "Lots of emotions and lots thresholds crossed. This boy was there for it all.. 8 years worth of memories and ups and downs. since he was a puppy he had this human like presence, everyone that knew this boy know exactly what I'm talking about.. No matter what I'd be going through he just knew and would rest his little head on my lap as if saying 'dad it's never that bad,' Spawn my boy you completed our family.. You were the alpha and my son.. I saw you go from a little pup with your ears taped to the most beautiful Doberman I have ever seen.. I love you so much and I am going to miss you so freaking much.. Touching you and kissing you for the last time last night was so painful.. I just kept thinking I hope he's feeling my touch and hearing me say he was my son and that I loved him.. But I know he knows!! Spawn! now go play with Buddy.. I'm sure he'll be less annoyed this time.. I hope you are both sharing treats and running together.. I miss you both."
Gina Rodriguez's post was heartbreaking.
"Hardest thing in the entire world was saying goodbye to my Ted today," she captioned the post in March 2016. "I love you. I always will. I'll never forget the joy you brought into my life, the journey we took together. You are my boy and mama will miss you. Not sure how to process or handle you not being around anymore. In complete shock hoping anything will make this better. I love you buddy. Forever."
Justin Bieber lost his boy Sammy.
Losing a childhood pet hurts so much and that is what the pop star had to go through at the peak of his career. "R.i.p Sammy you were the best puppy ever," he captioned this adorable post in December 2014 of himself with his dog when he was a child.
Hilary Duff's post was heartwrenching.
The actress once said she would be "lost" without her dog, Dubois. “I haven’t taken a step without you beside me for 10 years," she shared on Instagram. "You are my protector, my comfort, my shadow, my understanding of all things good and warm and fierce. I can’t imagine this house without your noise, your love, your energy, your smile and wagging tail."
Camila Cabello had to say goodbye.
The pop star also had to deal with the loss of her baby at the height of her career. She shared an adorable pic of him as well as one of herself and the pup from when she was just a kid. "I'm going to miss u so much Ringo, thank u for letting me be a part of your life… rest in peace angel," she captioned her picture in August 2017.
Lady Gaga couldn't be there when her pup died in 2013.
"My puppy Alice died," Gaga tweeted in 2013. "We had to put her down, cancer ate away at a little angel. My daddy is so sad, we all are, lost a member of our family. I remember her laying my bed, she knew when I was sad, or when I was sick. I should have been there. I just pray Alice found her wonderland. I love being an entertainer but it is so painful sometimes to be away from home 17 years she held on, so many memories. Nothing beats family."
Christina Aguilera had to make a tough decision.
"I had to finally make the hard decision to put my beloved Stinky down last night after an amazing 17 years together!" she shared along with this post. "You were my roadie through the tours…breakups…life’s many ups and downs…my 1st baby before I had any babies…The one and only forever ☝ RIP, Stinky… Run free and with no more misery ."
Maluma's pup died in 2015.
The Colombian singer adored his adorable dog, a Boston terrier named Kilate. He was heartbroken when the puppy died in 2015, and since the pup was just as loved by his fans, they began a hashtag #KilateForever to honor him with photos and videos after his death.
Miley Cyrus suffered a lot after losing her dog.
Floyd died suddenly in 2014 after being attacked by a coyote while the singer was on tour, and she was completely distraught. She has remembered him on the anniversary of his death, every year since, and in 2018 she shared an image of his and captioned it: "You taught me how to LOVE without fear of loss… Every second of happiness together….was worth every minute of sadness apart… You live in my heart forever baby."
Alejandro Fernandez said goodbye.
"Today was such a sad morning because I lost a loyal companion. We're all going to miss you, old man," the singer wrote along with a video of his dog. He's a big animal lover, and luckily for him, he had so many other pets to console him and heal his heart.
Manolo Gonzalez Vergara adores his pets.
Manolo's fierce companion, Mamacita, died in a terrible accident. Sofía Vergara's son loved his dog, so he he was heartbroken when this little one was hit by a car in Los Angeles, where he lives. So heartbreaking!
Marco Antonio Regil said goodbye to his dog.
His dog, Lucy, had an advanced form of bone cancer that led to her death in June 2016. The Mexican TV host decided to put her down so that she no longer suffered. "Lucy, little one, I love you and I thank you for everything you taught me," he wrote at the time. "You will always be alive in my heart. Rest in peace."
