Aldo was always a happy, energetic, and incredibly loving boy. He loved playing ball, loved his humans, and adored his companion Stella. He was easygoing, gentle, and innocent, always ready with endless kisses and cuddles. One of his favorite things was getting his neck scratched. He would lift his head up toward the sky, completely content, and if you stopped, he would gently paw at you until you started again.

Aldo was healthy his entire life and never had any issues until this past summer. Suddenly, he stopped eating for a few days, and we took him to the vet. That is when we were shocked to learn he had lymphoma. It happened so fast. We did everything we could at home to support him, making sure his diet and care were as balanced and loving as possible. He began chemotherapy, and we were told to expect anywhere from weeks to months, with six months being the best-case scenario.

Remarkably, Aldo handled treatment so well. He remained energetic, happy, and completely himself. He ate normally, played, and enjoyed life just as he always had. We were incredibly grateful for the six beautiful months we were given with him.

Unfortunately, toward the end, the cancer and chemotherapy made him more vulnerable to infections. He developed a bladder infection that his body simply could not recover from. The last three to four days of his life were difficult, and it was heartbreaking to see him not feeling like himself. Hearing that there was nothing more that could be done was devastating. Still, we were able to be with him, say goodbye, and surround him with love.

The loss of Aldo is something I cannot fully put into words. Our family is not the same without him. The house feels quieter and emptier, and we constantly find ourselves looking for him in all the places he used to be. We worry about Stella and how much she misses her brother. Everything feels different without him here.

We are so deeply grateful for every person who has reached out with kind words and comforting messages. Knowing that Aldo has crossed the rainbow bridge and is now at peace brings us some comfort. We believe he is watching over us, loving his family from above. Aldo will always be our sweet, happy boy and now our angel.