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elleng

(136,156 posts)
Tue Jun 15, 2021, 10:02 PM Jun 2021

Michael J. Fox's "Wonder Dog" Passes Away After 12 Years Of Love & Support.

Our dogs will stay by our sides no matter what. They might not live to see the end of our battles in life, but they will support us for as long as they can. Actor Michael J. Fox’s dog Gus was one of the most supportive canines you’d ever meet. He was there as the Back to the Future star battled Parkinson’s disease and all of life’s difficult and beautiful moments.

Recently, Fox had to say goodbye to Gus. He always described the pooch as a “wonder dog” and a constant source of support. Now, he has to keep fighting without his best friend.

A Star’s Special Dog

Fox claims that he didn’t rescue Gus because the pup rescued him instead. The Great Dane mix was 12-years-old when he passed, so he got many great years with his loving dad. He could always tell when Fox wasn’t feeling his best, so he’d comfort him in every way possible. Parkinson’s disease can make things like walking and talking harder, so Fox is grateful that Gus could always help him when he needed it.

“You know that no matter your situation, no matter what you feel, this animal is with you and is connected to you, and you feel, it’s a force multiplier,” Fox said.

https://iheartdogs.com/michael-j-foxs-wonder-dog-passes-away-after-12-years-of-love-support/

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Michael J. Fox's "Wonder Dog" Passes Away After 12 Years Of Love & Support. (Original Post) elleng Jun 2021 OP
RIP Gus, condolences to Michael on his loss. Ziggysmom Jun 2021 #1
RIP Gus LetMyPeopleVote Jun 2021 #2
Condolences to Michael Fox. pazzyanne Jun 2021 #3

Ziggysmom

(3,594 posts)
1. RIP Gus, condolences to Michael on his loss.
Tue Jun 15, 2021, 11:01 PM
Jun 2021

He nailed it, our animal companions are indeed a “Force multiplier”.

pazzyanne

(6,601 posts)
3. Condolences to Michael Fox.
Wed Jun 16, 2021, 12:51 AM
Jun 2021

May Gus gently cross tne Rainbow Bridge as he waits to be joined by his Dad.

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