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Niall Harbison@NiallHarbison · Jan 17, 2025

Yesterday Alba passed away. My dog Hank also only knew her for 2 weeks but he made her life so much better as her best…

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A dog named Hank provided comfort to a sick dog named Alba during her final two weeks of life, staying by her side protectively and demonstrating clear awareness and grief after her passing. The thread reflects on the remarkable emotional intelligence and loyalty dogs show, and the author plans a special tribute for Hank.

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  1. #1

    Yesterday Alba passed away. My dog Hank also only knew her for 2 weeks but he made her life so much better as her best friend. It’s amazing to watch how he acted. We don’t deserve dogs… (1/7) 🧵

  2. #2

    From the moment I brought her in he has watched over her. He knew she was sick. Never too close but he left my side for the 2 weeks and just gently lay at her side always watching. (2/7)

  3. #3

    He watched very closely at the moment she passed and lay down calm. When he heart stopped he moved away and took it all in. (3/7)

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    I had to get ready for about 20 minutes to take Alba to the temple. Hank sat beside her for that whole time. He knew his role. Protector to the end (4/7)

  5. #5

    I’ve seen a lot of dogs pass. Some of their friends barely notice. I’ve even seen many play and run. Not Hank. He knew very well what had happened. (5/7)

  6. #6

    Hank went straight to her spot and didn’t move for the evening. He slept on her blankets. He normally sleeps like a log but J Just like myself he’s been up sort of wandering the house all night (6/7)

  7. #7

    It’ll be sunrise in about an hour we’ll go up to the rock and see her. He’s a very good boy is big Hank. I think I’ll get him a big Hamburger today 💜🙏 (7/7)