Himani(13) is devastated due to the death of her pet dog, Gullu. She shares  some of her fond memories and moments spent with her pet dog through her diary with TeenBook. Let’s read on!

Dear Diary,

Today, I feel really sad. It’s like my eyes are still searching for Gullu. Yes, Gullu – my pet dog. It’s been almost a week since he passed away, but it still feels like he’s moving around me, running in circles.

He was so scared

You know, he loved lying on the small sofa in my room when the weather got chilly. He would curl up looking all cute, and I would cover him with his golden blanket. Now, that blanket just sits there, untouched. It feels so weird, like something is out of place.

You know how it is, Diary – if I’m away from you for too long, it starts feeling like something’s missing. That’s how I felt about my Gullu too. I rescued him from outside the colony, where some kids were bothering him. He was just standing there shaking and scared. I brought him home, and even though it took him some time to trust me, he slowly became my best friend.

My best memory

One day, when I was upset about my marks, he made me laugh. He started spinning in circles trying to catch his tail, trying to get my attention. His behavior made me laugh and I felt a little better after that. Then, one day, when he didn’t get his favorite food, he refused to eat, so I gave him cream biscuits, and he ate them like they were the best thing ever!

I really miss Gullu. My parents are saying everything will be okay, but right now it feels like it will never get better. 

I tried talking to a friend. She had also lost her pet dog recently, and she told me it took her some time to get over it. She told me that this sadness happens because you get attached to your pet. Honestly, I sometimes get attached to my hairbands and clips, and Gullu was way more than that for me.

With other dogs

I’ve decided that I won’t get another pet, but I’ll start feeding the dogs in my street and neighborhood. That way, I’ll have lots of dogs, and I can call them all Gullu. Also, I’m thinking of organizing a small function where I’ll invite my friends with their pets and plan a few games with them. I’m sure being around other dogs will make me feel better and help me get some emotional support.

Besides that, Diary, I’ll try to give myself some time too, like going out somewhere or having lunch with a friend. That should make me feel better, and maybe I’ll recover from this shock sooner.

And yes, I’ll keep talking to you because you know all my secrets – and my feelings too, that’s why I told you everything. I hope by next time, I’ll be able to move on from Gullu’s memories.

Until then, bye. Take care.

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