Daisy would have been 15 on May 8th; We were together her whole life. Daisy was my emotional support animal—my whole world. When I was cast on MTV’s Real World, Daisy came with me, and the producers, castmates, and anyone who came to know her fell in love with her. They loved her so much that they made her an official castmate. She was a spunky, spicy but sweet, lovable diva who adored food and made everyone fall in love with her.

I adopted Daisy at a very low point in my life, and she honestly saved me. She gave me purpose, taught me about unconditional love, devotion, patience, and kindness, and understood me in ways no one else ever has. I didn’t have a mom or dad, but Daisy showed me I was worthy of love and that I was wanted. She was always there for me—my rock, my safe place, my constant companion. It was just us against the world at times. She was there through all my ups and downs, my hardest seasons and my best days. She made my home feel like home and gave me a reason to keep going when I wanted to quit. She was my friend, my child, my routine, my comfort, my girl. I am so privileged and honored to have had her love and to be her mom. She wasn’t just a dog—she was my world. She softened me and shaped who I am today.

Daisy was taken from me suddenly. I returned from a funeral to find her not acting like herself. After a vet visit, we learned she was in stage 4 kidney failure. I brought her home to spend her last days surrounded by love, and she passed away in my arms. Saying goodbye to my soul dog was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. She was a part of me, and her loss has left a void I can’t describe.

I want to preserve Daisy’s body so I can keep her close to me at home until it’s my time to join her. I can’t bear the thought of her being alone in the ground or turned to ash. She’s my baby, and I want her with me, just as she always was. Your support will help me honor Daisy’s memory in this special way, and I would be forever grateful for any help you can give. Thank you for reading our story and give your fur-baby an extra kiss today.