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After Losing Her Dog, This Woman Created This Heartbreaking Comic, And It Will Make You Cry
Saying goodbye is never easy, but digital artist Jen-Jen Rose had to force out one of the hardest ones in her life. When her beloved dog Penni passed away, Jen-Jen was devastated. The artist, however, felt like there were still things she didn’t have the chance to tell her, so she has created a farewell letter to express her feelings, and it’s so sincere, it touched our souls.
“She was originally meant to be a hunting dog for my dad, but she was far too gentle for that,” Jen-Jen told Bored Panda. “She ended up becoming a family dog instead. She joined our family when I was around 11 years old, right before things in my life started getting quite rough.”
Jen-Jen confessed that she experienced troubles both inside and outside her home. “My parents fought a lot, and I got bullied in school. At home, I’d sit in the corner and cry a lot, but she would always come sit with me. She’d rest her head on me, and lick my tears. Those were very fond memories I had with her, and her companionship was exactly what I needed during that time.”
“Love your pets,” Jen-Jen said. “And always let them know they are loved.”
Jen-Jen has developed a colorful and vibrant illustration style, but this time she has decided to pair her words with black-and-white drawings, and the juxtaposition between her powerful, emotional words and simple lines works perfectly.
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The times this precious duo had sound truly amazing
Moved by her letter, people were relating to Rose in the sweetest ways
What do you think ?
Lillian Chesak 7 years ago
This is so sad, yet so true and proving that the littlest things, like the way their ear twitches when you scratch their neck you'll find you miss the most.
7 years ago
My old dog is 16 now. Everyday just to see him still breathing, fighting to be alive makes me happy
Kacy Jones 6 years ago
We pray for you're dog. The sweet loving dog he is, we pray for you and you're sweet dog. Happy new year!
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Just a Purpler 7 years ago
Don't let it get to you, there's just stupid trolls on here...
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Janet Zane 7 years ago
Its strange yet comforting how so many people can connect with one set of drawings like this. Many people can relate and I think that even though when people lose the loved animals in their life, they will know that they will always be there in their heart, so they are always truely alive.
DopethronePunkUK 7 years ago
Lovely pictures, beautiful, heartbreaking but with great memories of a amazing bond and relationship. As a dog owner who has already lost 2 dogs over the years it really is one of the saddest times i have had, i have felt sadder than when family members have died. My current furry best friend is only 9 so he has a few years left yet (touch wood) i know the absolute devastation and heartbreak that will follow when i lose him, just thinking about makes gives me a lump in my throat, me and wife talk about the day it comes and we both choke up, we really do love him more than life itself. RIP to your beautiful dog, i'm glad you had each other for the time you did.
Just a Purpler 7 years ago
Oh man this hurt to read. I could feel her broken heart with every picture from the beginning... A heart break many of us relate too :'(
Painting Puddles 7 years ago
Pets have such an incredible impact on our lives. I'm sure the dog loved his owner just as much as she loved him
Tatiana Michael 6 years ago
Thank u for sharing such beautiful relationship with us all,it breaks my heart to hear of such a loss.....
Julie Smith 7 years ago
Wew- ANIMALS ARE THE FUTURE HUMANS ARE NOT 1. All dogs are smarter than you 2. Most dogs will life longer than you. 3. You're A f*****g moron.
adoracat 7 years ago
My beloved service dog is 13. She's in wonderful shape, but I dread that day. I've had to chose euthanasia for a pretty boy before, my Wolfie. His quality of life was bad, and I chose to not make him suffer. It's one of the ugliest realities to face, but I'm still sure that I made the right decision.
Kathy Bostick 7 years ago
Exactly how I felt when I lost my little boy, Sampson, six months ago. He was my best friend, but I agree, most people don’t understand how much someone can grieve for a dog. I say that is someone who has never loved or been loved by a sweet little dog. Even though Sampson can never ever possibly be replaced, I did recently adopt two little rescues. I’ve had dogs throughout my life, but there will never be one as special as Sampson was. He took a part of my heart when he left me but he left me with part of his heart too.
beebo is my child 7 years ago
My cat is 17 and I can't stand the fact that I'll lose him soon.
PawWings 7 years ago
wow.. this quick to bring tears to my eyes.. It reminds me of my beloved cat I really miss her, I even said the same thing once she greeted me when I came back home after a long day. We went up the stairs and she would stand and wait on the top of the stairs, sometimes climb beside me. I said, "just you and me huh, 2 bachelorettes" and her wise, warm feline face always made me grateful and smile. Your pet and true beloved spirit animal will always be with you!! They will STAY for as long as the Heavens do, forever!!
Silent Skeleton 7 years ago
This is beautiful. I feel the same way about my two labs, whenever I feel like my family doesn't want me around, hates me, or when I get into a spiral of anxiety and self hatred, the fact that my dogs will stick their nose in my face after jumping over a table just to say hello will always put a smile on my face :o)
Tyra 3 years ago
I see me here with my beloved fur Tyra that passed away last May, she was there all the time for me, exactly in similar moments as shown in this story. Her absence is being unbearable, my life is not the same ... I miss her so much! "I will always love you my baby Tyra, always ..." 12022012-C...52ed5f.jpg 
Helana Barraza 4 years ago
Did the dog get sick, and she just waited for it to die? Was there no vet involved? I’ve become 💯 into this story. What if the dog just swallowed a stick and couldn’t poop?!
Sophia Leong 7 years ago
It makes me cry, nothing more pure than a human and an animal companionship, they both give it all to each other.
Pavel Nekoranec 7 years ago
Dogs and cats are part of our life, but we are their whole life :/
Daniel Morgan 7 years ago
This is spot on, our dog Benjie is 10 and last year I lost my uncle to a sudden heart attack, I was absolutely devastated by the news and Benjie who is usually just on the hunt for food, cuddled up to me and kept giving me kisses, he didn't leave my side for the entire day and it was the most comforting gesture I could have asked for. I'll never forget that day and the way he helped.
Nancy E 7 years ago
My comical, loyal , & brave, Havenese developed painful cancer. My vet & I decided to end her misery. I stayed with her as she gave me direct eye contact that conveyed understanding & a grateful acceptance. I've had another dog 8 years , but, still dreadfully miss this family member.
Frances Takacs 7 years ago
Yes, my Chewie was there for me. He still is, just in a different way
makenzie stephenson 7 years ago
My dog is 10 and i gonna miss her so much. My dog from a few years ago he pasted away at 13. He was a very good dog. Was devastated when he passed
Estefania Pallero 7 years ago
My cat Kiko died 6 months ago. Sometimes I look at his pictures and still need to cry. This comic sums up my feelings all too well. Crying again. 4 months later, I decided to get a new baby because his sister Tiffy felt so lonely. Nome is like a new family member and really reflects Kiko's personality so much, it is kinda as if he got reborn through her (he had a really special character, a perfect mix of cat and dog and very funny and cuddly). Sounds weird but makes it less hard. I miss him every day.
Mayra Elkhattabi 7 years ago
lol I like how in the part of ( lots of family left) there is a silhouette of a cat hahahahah clearly no0ne likes cats - dog lovers of america
Lillian Chesak 7 years ago
This is so sad, yet so true and proving that the littlest things, like the way their ear twitches when you scratch their neck you'll find you miss the most.
7 years ago
My old dog is 16 now. Everyday just to see him still breathing, fighting to be alive makes me happy
Kacy Jones 6 years ago
We pray for you're dog. The sweet loving dog he is, we pray for you and you're sweet dog. Happy new year!
Load More Replies... Just a Purpler 7 years ago
Don't let it get to you, there's just stupid trolls on here...
Load More Replies... Janet Zane 7 years ago
Its strange yet comforting how so many people can connect with one set of drawings like this. Many people can relate and I think that even though when people lose the loved animals in their life, they will know that they will always be there in their heart, so they are always truely alive.
DopethronePunkUK 7 years ago
Lovely pictures, beautiful, heartbreaking but with great memories of a amazing bond and relationship. As a dog owner who has already lost 2 dogs over the years it really is one of the saddest times i have had, i have felt sadder than when family members have died. My current furry best friend is only 9 so he has a few years left yet (touch wood) i know the absolute devastation and heartbreak that will follow when i lose him, just thinking about makes gives me a lump in my throat, me and wife talk about the day it comes and we both choke up, we really do love him more than life itself. RIP to your beautiful dog, i'm glad you had each other for the time you did.
Just a Purpler 7 years ago
Oh man this hurt to read. I could feel her broken heart with every picture from the beginning... A heart break many of us relate too :'(
Painting Puddles 7 years ago
Pets have such an incredible impact on our lives. I'm sure the dog loved his owner just as much as she loved him
Tatiana Michael 6 years ago
Thank u for sharing such beautiful relationship with us all,it breaks my heart to hear of such a loss.....
Julie Smith 7 years ago
Wew- ANIMALS ARE THE FUTURE HUMANS ARE NOT 1. All dogs are smarter than you 2. Most dogs will life longer than you. 3. You're A f*****g moron.
adoracat 7 years ago
My beloved service dog is 13. She's in wonderful shape, but I dread that day. I've had to chose euthanasia for a pretty boy before, my Wolfie. His quality of life was bad, and I chose to not make him suffer. It's one of the ugliest realities to face, but I'm still sure that I made the right decision.
Kathy Bostick 7 years ago
Exactly how I felt when I lost my little boy, Sampson, six months ago. He was my best friend, but I agree, most people don’t understand how much someone can grieve for a dog. I say that is someone who has never loved or been loved by a sweet little dog. Even though Sampson can never ever possibly be replaced, I did recently adopt two little rescues. I’ve had dogs throughout my life, but there will never be one as special as Sampson was. He took a part of my heart when he left me but he left me with part of his heart too.
beebo is my child 7 years ago
My cat is 17 and I can't stand the fact that I'll lose him soon.
PawWings 7 years ago
wow.. this quick to bring tears to my eyes.. It reminds me of my beloved cat I really miss her, I even said the same thing once she greeted me when I came back home after a long day. We went up the stairs and she would stand and wait on the top of the stairs, sometimes climb beside me. I said, "just you and me huh, 2 bachelorettes" and her wise, warm feline face always made me grateful and smile. Your pet and true beloved spirit animal will always be with you!! They will STAY for as long as the Heavens do, forever!!
Silent Skeleton 7 years ago
This is beautiful. I feel the same way about my two labs, whenever I feel like my family doesn't want me around, hates me, or when I get into a spiral of anxiety and self hatred, the fact that my dogs will stick their nose in my face after jumping over a table just to say hello will always put a smile on my face :o)
Tyra 3 years ago
I see me here with my beloved fur Tyra that passed away last May, she was there all the time for me, exactly in similar moments as shown in this story. Her absence is being unbearable, my life is not the same ... I miss her so much! "I will always love you my baby Tyra, always ..." 12022012-C...52ed5f.jpg
Helana Barraza 4 years ago
Did the dog get sick, and she just waited for it to die? Was there no vet involved? I’ve become 💯 into this story. What if the dog just swallowed a stick and couldn’t poop?!
Sophia Leong 7 years ago
It makes me cry, nothing more pure than a human and an animal companionship, they both give it all to each other.
Pavel Nekoranec 7 years ago
Dogs and cats are part of our life, but we are their whole life :/
Daniel Morgan 7 years ago
This is spot on, our dog Benjie is 10 and last year I lost my uncle to a sudden heart attack, I was absolutely devastated by the news and Benjie who is usually just on the hunt for food, cuddled up to me and kept giving me kisses, he didn't leave my side for the entire day and it was the most comforting gesture I could have asked for. I'll never forget that day and the way he helped.
Nancy E 7 years ago
My comical, loyal , & brave, Havenese developed painful cancer. My vet & I decided to end her misery. I stayed with her as she gave me direct eye contact that conveyed understanding & a grateful acceptance. I've had another dog 8 years , but, still dreadfully miss this family member.
Frances Takacs 7 years ago
Yes, my Chewie was there for me. He still is, just in a different way
makenzie stephenson 7 years ago
My dog is 10 and i gonna miss her so much. My dog from a few years ago he pasted away at 13. He was a very good dog. Was devastated when he passed
Estefania Pallero 7 years ago
My cat Kiko died 6 months ago. Sometimes I look at his pictures and still need to cry. This comic sums up my feelings all too well. Crying again. 4 months later, I decided to get a new baby because his sister Tiffy felt so lonely. Nome is like a new family member and really reflects Kiko's personality so much, it is kinda as if he got reborn through her (he had a really special character, a perfect mix of cat and dog and very funny and cuddly). Sounds weird but makes it less hard. I miss him every day.
Mayra Elkhattabi 7 years ago
lol I like how in the part of ( lots of family left) there is a silhouette of a cat hahahahah clearly no0ne likes cats - dog lovers of america
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