Over the years, I’ve said goodbye to several beloved dogs—some gently through old age, others lost too soon to illness or sudden tragedy. Each farewell carved a new ache in my heart, but also deepened my understanding of love, loyalty, and the quiet grief of losing a companion who spoke not with words, but with soul.

"Happy minds make wagging tails" When it comes to our dogs, we often focus on their physical health—keeping up with vet visits, feeding...