This is a hospital… But… if it’s his final wish…

Two hours later, a soft bark was heard at the hospital entrance. A skinny dog with a graying muzzle stood there.

The nurse opened the door to the room – and Ritchie, without hesitation, jumped onto the bed. He gently laid himself across his owner’s chest, resting his head on his shoulder.

The man whispered:

— I’m sorry… I’m sorry I wasn’t there for you… My little one… Thank you…

He cried, stroked the dog, kissed his head. And Ritchie whimpered softly, as if saying: “I’m here. I’m with you. Until the end.”