Don’t pay attention to the “View Product” button. I tagged Eddie after I posted, and it automatically turned the post into a sale item. I couldn’t change it back to just a normal tag. This artwork is not for sale.
Yesterday, I received heartbreaking news that one of my favorite Instagram pups, Chooch, had crossed over the rainbow bridge. I’ve been following Eddie and Chooch for so long that I honestly can’t remember when I first found their page. What I do know is that their bond—so full of love, laughter, and tenderness—has left a lasting mark on me and so many others.
This loss hit me much harder than I expected. It’s not often that someone you’ve never met in real life can have such a profound impact on your heart, but that’s exactly who Chooch was. A gentle soul, a devoted friend, and a source of daily smiles for thousands of followers around the world. The love between Eddie and Chooch was something extraordinary. Their posts weren’t just cute or funny—they were heartfelt glimpses into a beautiful, mutual companionship that reminded us all of the purest kind of love.
It’s difficult to explain the grief that comes with losing an animal who feels like family—even from afar. Over the years, I’ve watched their adventures, their cuddles, and those precious moments where Chooch’s eyes said everything without a single word. Through screen after screen, Chooch reached into our lives and made them brighter. I’ve found myself crying on and off, mourning along with thousands of others who also felt like they knew him.
My heart especially goes out to Eddie, his fiancé Krystal, and their sweet rescue dog, Cici. The pain of losing a beloved pet is unmatched, and I know Cici must be feeling the absence of her big brother deeply. We are all grieving with you. It’s clear that Chooch was more than just a pet—he was a best friend, a family member, and a beacon of love.
This drawing is a tribute to Chooch. A small offering of comfort in the face of an enormous loss. I poured my heart into every line, hoping it might reach Eddie and bring him a moment of peace. Chooch deserves to be honored, remembered, and cherished. He was such a good boy. I imagine him now, running free and happy, still watching over his family with those wise, loving eyes.
To Chooch, I would say: “Well done, sweet boy. You were—and always will be—so deeply loved.”
Rest peacefully, Chooch. You mattered more than you’ll ever know.
