I don’t even know where to begin, but I want to say this from the bottom of my heart—thank you. Truly. Not just to the people who sent gifts, messages, and kind words during these last few weeks, but to every single person who ever took the time to watch a video of Chooch, leave a comment, hit “like,” or send it to a friend. You didn’t just support me—you loved my boy. And that means everything.
I started sharing videos of Chooch when he was already 5 years old. Before that, for five beautiful years, he was just my best friend, my shadow, and my constant companion. I always knew he was special, but I never could’ve imagined that one day, so many others would see that too. That the world would fall for his big heart, his soulful eyes, his goofiness, his gentleness.
Watching people react to Chooch’s videos—laughing, crying, cheering him on—was a gift in itself. I saw the way his little moments touched lives: the way he curled up in bed, the way he patiently waited, the way he lit up during his walks or treats. His presence radiated love, and you all felt it. That kind of connection is rare. It’s real.
A big part of why I started posting Chooch was to challenge the stigma around bully breeds. I wanted people to see—really see—that these dogs are not only capable of love, but they’re fountains of it. Chooch was never just a “pit bull.” He was a kind soul, a gentle giant, a funny, soft, and wise old man in a dog body. And I wanted to show the world that dogs like him deserve better—better reputations, better treatment, better lives.
At the same time, I wanted to be the kind of dog dad who lived the truth I always spoke: we don’t get enough time with them. That’s the hardest part. You blink and five years turns into ten. So I made it my mission to give Chooch a life full of love, comfort, adventure, and peace. I’m proud of that. And I hope that came through in every photo and every clip.
Thank you again. For loving him, for mourning him, for honoring him. He wasn’t just my dog—he became our Chooch. And that’s a legacy I’ll carry forever.
Much love. Always.
—From me and Chooch 💙
