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When a 33-year-old Ryan Jessen suddenly passed away from brain hemorrhage last month, hospital staff showed a very unexpected gesture. “The hospital did the sweetest thing for us and allowed us to bring my brother’s dog in to ‘say goodbye’ so she’d know why her human never came home. If you knew my brother, he really loved his sweet dog,” Ryan’s sister Michelle wrote on her Facebook page.
While the video capturing the tender moment between Ryan and his dog Molly was intended for the family circle, it got a response from all over the world. “We are sincerely touched and humbled by others’ stories, their sharing in our sadness and the kindness of so many people,” Michelle writes.
Ryan’s sister was quick to reassure that Molly the grieving dog is in good hands: “Don’t worry about the dog! We’re keeping her!!! She’s part of the family.” Michelle also added that Ryan’s donor heart is about to save the life of a 17-year-old, just in time for Christmas
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When Ryan Jessen, 33, passed away last month, hospital staff showed a very unexpected gesture
“The hospital did the sweetest thing for us and allowed us to bring my brother’s dog in to ‘say goodbye'”
“So she’d know why her human never came home. If you knew my brother, he really loved his sweet dog”
The video capturing the tender moment between the dying owner and the dog got a massive response
Ryan’s sister was quick to reassure that Molly the grieving dog is in good hands
“Don’t worry about the dog! We’re keeping her!!! She’s part of the family”
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Bella Rees 9 years ago
what have you done to me, this is heartbreaking. He seems to really know that his owner is dying, which is so sad
Lello Panzieri 9 years ago
It doesn't seems like she knows. She knows for real.
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Tamara Sammons-Geiselman 8 years ago
Bless those that helped to make this happen. I think since he loved his dog so very much, that he appreciated the gesture for Molly....i would want that for mine. Tears in my eyes:(
Karin Morris 9 years ago
Just heart breaking. I love that they understood the dog would need that.
Linda Joy 8 years ago
I am so happy to see that Molly got to see Ryan before the end. It's sooooooooooo sad . Pets do not understand so they would go wondering forever . I also firmly believe in a case like this or knowing the outcome was terminal , The hospital's Policy should be to allow your pet . Even if they have to supply a private room .After all it's the end of a human beings life.
Heather 8 years ago
I agree w you, but I do believe your pets know that you're ill. But, having a personal goodbye brings closure to everyone.
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Sandra Everson 9 years ago
Thank you for sharing that moment with us. What a wonderful gesture on the part of the hospital.
Chris Miilu 8 years ago
Animals know when a person is dying; they can smell something. Cats have been used for that purpose. This dog knew. What a kind hospital staff!
DeadStillPretty 8 years ago
Can't. Stop. Sobbing. Poor Ryan. Poor Molly. Just...OMG this is so SAD. SO SAD. Look at the poor thing. She's obviously grieving. SO SAD :((((((((((((
Juls Robertson 8 years ago
This should be allowed to anyone that loves a pet, I know for me it would bring such comfort......just 'feeling my buddy' was there. Condolences for your loss.*
Caitie Forsyth 8 years ago
Made me cry so hard.... Tears of joy because they allowed her to say goodbye to her hooman but of sadness too b because he was so young.
Sick Boy 8 years ago
The fact that this article is upvoted to the top, officially puts "Bored Panda" right next to "Examiner", "Daily Mail" and other trashy yellow press out there. No surprise, really, just mild disappointment.
Bridget Smith 8 years ago
What kind of articles were you expecting from a publication called "Bored Panda?"
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Sean Huncherick 8 years ago
I went to Bored Panda for some much needed laughter. I saw this instead. Thank you for the great content, even if it makes me want to cry.
Howard Gilmour 8 years ago
One of 'the' saddest videos I have ever seen. The dignity of the parents and the gesture and all those wires. RIP.
Vianna Sanpanya 8 years ago
His family just wanted to share their story with the world. There is nothing wrong with that.
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Tine Chalmet 8 years ago
Only in our society can you always find something bad to say about something good.
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Bella Rees 9 years ago
what have you done to me, this is heartbreaking. He seems to really know that his owner is dying, which is so sad
Lello Panzieri 9 years ago
It doesn't seems like she knows. She knows for real.
Load More Replies... Tamara Sammons-Geiselman 8 years ago
Bless those that helped to make this happen. I think since he loved his dog so very much, that he appreciated the gesture for Molly....i would want that for mine. Tears in my eyes:(
Karin Morris 9 years ago
Just heart breaking. I love that they understood the dog would need that.
Linda Joy 8 years ago
I am so happy to see that Molly got to see Ryan before the end. It's sooooooooooo sad . Pets do not understand so they would go wondering forever . I also firmly believe in a case like this or knowing the outcome was terminal , The hospital's Policy should be to allow your pet . Even if they have to supply a private room .After all it's the end of a human beings life.
Heather 8 years ago
I agree w you, but I do believe your pets know that you're ill. But, having a personal goodbye brings closure to everyone.
Load More Replies... Sandra Everson 9 years ago
Thank you for sharing that moment with us. What a wonderful gesture on the part of the hospital.
Chris Miilu 8 years ago
Animals know when a person is dying; they can smell something. Cats have been used for that purpose. This dog knew. What a kind hospital staff!
DeadStillPretty 8 years ago
Can't. Stop. Sobbing. Poor Ryan. Poor Molly. Just...OMG this is so SAD. SO SAD. Look at the poor thing. She's obviously grieving. SO SAD :((((((((((((
Juls Robertson 8 years ago
This should be allowed to anyone that loves a pet, I know for me it would bring such comfort......just 'feeling my buddy' was there. Condolences for your loss.*
Caitie Forsyth 8 years ago
Made me cry so hard.... Tears of joy because they allowed her to say goodbye to her hooman but of sadness too b because he was so young.
Sick Boy 8 years ago
The fact that this article is upvoted to the top, officially puts "Bored Panda" right next to "Examiner", "Daily Mail" and other trashy yellow press out there. No surprise, really, just mild disappointment.
Bridget Smith 8 years ago
What kind of articles were you expecting from a publication called "Bored Panda?"
Load More Replies... Sean Huncherick 8 years ago
I went to Bored Panda for some much needed laughter. I saw this instead. Thank you for the great content, even if it makes me want to cry.
Howard Gilmour 8 years ago
One of 'the' saddest videos I have ever seen. The dignity of the parents and the gesture and all those wires. RIP.
Vianna Sanpanya 8 years ago
His family just wanted to share their story with the world. There is nothing wrong with that.
Load More Replies... Tine Chalmet 8 years ago
Only in our society can you always find something bad to say about something good.
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