A Heartbreaking Farewell: The Story of Steady
Abandoned without mercy and surrounded by indifference, a Golden Retriever was left to die. The rescue team arrived on the scene after receiving a call for help. Helpers reported that the dog had been there for days, helplessly watching passers-by with no strength to move, waiting only for death.
The dog, very old and in poor condition, had swollen hind legs and showed signs of dehydration. Medical staff promptly administered rehydration. The despair in the dog’s eyes was evident, and the rescuers named it “Steady.”
As preparations were made to transport Steady to the hospital, bystanders intervened, claiming it was not their dog and refusing to allow the rescue team to take it away. Despite the indifference, the rescuers persisted. At the hospital, Steady was diagnosed with bone cancer, and its bones had started to dissolve. The prognosis was uncertain.
Steady, once a cherished companion, had become a burden to its owner. Despite its dire condition, it could still eat and showed a will to live. The rescuers provided daily care, hoping it could persevere. They vowed to stay by its side, bringing comfort during its remaining days.
Steady’s past happiness with its owner seemed a distant memory. Now, it received proper nutrition and care, experiencing things it had never known before, like a long-awaited bath. Gradually, Steady began to smile and find joy again.
Four days after meeting Steady, the dog found a new home, where it would never sleep rough again. It enjoyed daily meals and simple kindness. Steady recognized the genuine care it received, asking only for happiness each day.
One day, Steady, with all its remaining strength, sat by the doorstep, patiently waiting. The longing for its original home was clear. Despite the advancing bone cancer, Steady persevered. A year passed, and Steady grew older.
Today, Steady had a photoshoot to create lasting memories. Though it could no longer stand, it still managed to capture beautiful moments. The photos turned out stunning, a testament to Steady’s enduring spirit.
However, good times do not last forever. Steady became less active and quieter. Its advanced age signaled the end was near. Lacking strength, it was rushed to the hospital. Despite the doctor’s efforts, Steady could not respond. It was time to say goodbye.
Tears flowed as the reality set in. “Please, get up quickly, don’t leave me,” I pleaded. But Steady had found peace. May you reincarnate in your next life with a loving owner. Accepting this reality is hard, but I hope Steady finds a better life in another world.
Farewell, my dearest doggy. Goodbye forever.
