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Gallop passed away and I’m ready to talk about it… (warning, very emotional!)

In loving memory of my guide dog, Gallop. An angel on earth and now an angel in heaven. Until you guide me again, I love you, my Galloper Goose.
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I'm Molly, a typical sushi, makeup, and fashion loving millennial girl who just so happens to be blind! I was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa at just 4 years old and began public speaking at age 5. I started just doing motivational speaking, but now I make videos and even model! Even though I can’t see, I know that there are bright spots in everything we face. Let’s find them together. 💕

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  • @MollyBurkeOfficial
    @MollyBurkeOfficial11 ай бұрын

    Thank you all for your kind words and sweet messages to both myself and Gallop. It means so much and they are all so comforting to read during this time.

  • @chrissyzcreationz

    @chrissyzcreationz

    11 ай бұрын

    Times like this is when it's rough being an empath. 😢❤ Fly high Gallop! And huge hugs, Molly!

  • @HughMadBro

    @HughMadBro

    11 ай бұрын

    Gallop is galloping around fields in doggy heaven, getting all the belly rubs & love & attention as he should. Pain free living like a puppy 💜 He taught me & I taught my family so very much about guide dogs & he left his paw prints across the 🌎 & exceeded his expectations & his duty :) He will Dog nap in peace, we're all certain 💜 Sending my love. Hopefully some artists will draw him in his memory.

  • @StarDiscord01

    @StarDiscord01

    11 ай бұрын

    thank you to both you and Gallop for all the fun memories thank you for sharing this Molly im so happy you had him for so long we all going to miss him All the love ❤❤❤❤

  • @marikotrue3488

    @marikotrue3488

    11 ай бұрын

    I donated to the Mira Foundation today. I only mention it because I could not say why on their format. I made this donation in memory of a dog named Gallop whose bravery, loyalty, intelligence and love was as real as any creature's could be. Thank you Molly and Gallop for sharing so much with so many of us.

  • @JankoWalski-hz3lu

    @JankoWalski-hz3lu

    11 ай бұрын

    @MollyBurkeOfficial he had a happy, fulfilling life with you and you did everything to make him comfortable till the very end. He couldn't have a better mom. I hope you'll feel better soon and just be able to enjoy good memories

  • @AngelaOrtner
    @AngelaOrtner11 ай бұрын

    I just imagine Gypsy greeting Gallop at the rainbow bridge with “How’s our girl?” And Gallop responding with “She’s doing great! She’s sad right now but she has a great work pup to take care of her and I love her and she gave me so much cheese!” May he run and nap and eat all the heavenly treats he deserves. ❤❤❤

  • @laurenbradley9469

    @laurenbradley9469

    11 ай бұрын

    This is beautiful 💖

  • @noneofyourbeezwax7284

    @noneofyourbeezwax7284

    11 ай бұрын

    I read this In Molly’s voices for them ❤

  • @Sea2Ray

    @Sea2Ray

    11 ай бұрын

    @@laurenbradley9469 … this is so perfect 😭

  • @Fairymoncada

    @Fairymoncada

    11 ай бұрын

    😭😭😭😭😭😭

  • @meg_hutson

    @meg_hutson

    11 ай бұрын

    I was already crying, now I’m WEEPING

  • @EllieIrelandLaw
    @EllieIrelandLaw11 ай бұрын

    In his favourite safe place, with his favourite person, snuggled into your lap and drifted off to sleep. Imagine how peaceful and happy his thoughts were? That he knew he had guided you through even his last journey, made sure you were settled with Elton and is waiting to guide you across the rainbow bridge ❤

  • @MollyBurkeOfficial

    @MollyBurkeOfficial

    11 ай бұрын

    This made me tear up

  • @majorzipf8947

    @majorzipf8947

    11 ай бұрын

    This is so beautiful. He was thinking “thanks for the happiest years of my life”. We all say we don’t deserve dogs but we do, especially Molly.

  • @prairiefaerie

    @prairiefaerie

    11 ай бұрын

    I’m crying so much watching this and that comment made me feel better too, thank you. He had a beautiful life and his memory will be honored forever.

  • @tealoverxo4683
    @tealoverxo468310 ай бұрын

    33:15 “In his final moments I told him that he has to come back for me, so we can do it all again.” broke my heart💔 i’m so sorry Molly, rest easy Gallop..you were amazing❤️

  • @jrbship
    @jrbship11 ай бұрын

    I don’t cry easily, but during the cheese feast in the goodbye I lost it. Thank you Gallop, for all the wonderful memories. And thank you Molly, for sharing him with the world. He was a gift to us all and is already missed

  • @JisooTurtleRabbitt

    @JisooTurtleRabbitt

    11 ай бұрын

    Ugh same my heart just shattered he is such a good boy 😢he deserves all the cheese in the world

  • @jhanncoo

    @jhanncoo

    10 ай бұрын

    This is me rn…. It’s 12:30 am & im balling 😭😭😭😭😭 Rest East Sweet Gallop. Thank you for your hard work, you were the goodest boy. ♥️🫶🏾🐾🪽

  • @brittney36

    @brittney36

    10 ай бұрын

    Same here 💔😭

  • @msizemore03
    @msizemore0311 ай бұрын

    Gallop is the reason I got my guide dog, Marigold. She’s from the Guide Dog Foundation in New York, and you and Gallop inspired me to apply. I was still only 15 when they accepted me, even though you technically have to be 16 to receive a dog from them in most cases. The pandemic delayed…everything; so I didn’t get Marigold until 18, but I still feel I owe Gallop for her. Thank you for sharing him with me and us

  • @MollyBurkeOfficial

    @MollyBurkeOfficial

    11 ай бұрын

    wow, thank you for sharing

  • @Itsunclegabby

    @Itsunclegabby

    11 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful tribute. ❤

  • @chrissyfoley7361

    @chrissyfoley7361

    11 ай бұрын

    Molly thank you so much for sharing this. It means so much to all of us. I cried a lot but I will never forget Gallop. Many hugs to you. ❤️

  • @goose8883

    @goose8883

    11 ай бұрын

    My first guide, Murdock, is from GDF too! Crazy how small the world can be :)

  • @tnels97

    @tnels97

    10 күн бұрын

    @@goose8883my early education teachers husband is the CEO of The Seeing Eye Inc if you wanna check it out 🩶 they do great things as well

  • @Techtonicality
    @Techtonicality11 ай бұрын

    "Gallop guided me through the years where my dreams came true" - Molly Galloper Gooseman how we will miss you so much. Molly, Naimh, and Papa Burke the love and kindness you showed Gallop was so clear and he will be fondly remembered. ❤🐾

  • @cheryl-lynnmehring8606

    @cheryl-lynnmehring8606

    11 ай бұрын

    Gallop helped those dreams come true, too! RIP Gallop🙏💘

  • @sunlovinggirl
    @sunlovinggirl11 ай бұрын

    I can't help but shake the feeling that he knew you would be ok. The news came so soon after your update on Elton and how you'd finally felt settled in with him and like that bond had developed, and that's when he knew he could leave. So sorry for your loss ❤️

  • @katelyntomney

    @katelyntomney

    10 ай бұрын

    This comment absolutely sent me to tears 😢😭😭😭. It’s so true

  • @HaleyMary

    @HaleyMary

    10 ай бұрын

    This comment made me cry so much, but I believe that's true. He wanted to hang around long enough to make sure that Molly would be okay on this Earth without him. I'm so so sorry for your loss, Molly. We all loved seeing the videos of Gallop and he sure seemed like a very special guy.

  • @seeyo134
    @seeyo13411 ай бұрын

    Gallop is by far the most famous guide dog ever and he will forever be loved and never forgotten we loved gallop dearly and still do! He was one of a kind Molly! Thank you for sharing him with all of us.

  • @allosch9
    @allosch911 ай бұрын

    As a veterinarian, I can tell you that all of the veterinary staff feel the loss of each and every one of our patients deeply. We often try not to break down in the room with owners, as we don't want to make it about us, but it's common for us to cry behind the scenes. Sometimes we can't hide it though and the tears flow in the room. Sometimes we have to wall off the emotions and tears to continue on with our day helping other animals. I'm so sorry Gallop reached the end of his life; I can only imagine how much harder it is losing a service animal who gave so much to you. ❤ And thank you so much for making that last video with Gallop to allow all of us to say our goodbyes. He really did leave an impact on so many of us

  • @irhonda31

    @irhonda31

    11 ай бұрын

    It’s lovely to hear about the compassion of the veterinary community.

  • @BlizzardSiya16

    @BlizzardSiya16

    11 ай бұрын

    As someone who had to put down my furry one, I know how true this is and I thank you all for it. When we had to put him down, I could see it in all the staff there that they were sad with us, and in a way that made it more comforting.

  • @boulevardiere1623

    @boulevardiere1623

    11 ай бұрын

    I second this (and just finished leaving a similar comment). It's the last and most caring act of medicine, but it's so hard to do.

  • @cassidybrewer

    @cassidybrewer

    11 ай бұрын

    I have had a vet cry in the room with me while euthanizing my dog, and it was nice to feel like she was in the emotional experience with us. I would’ve been more upset if it seemed like she didn’t care. The empathy from a vet is something I really appreciate as a dog owner.

  • @erinalanna7732

    @erinalanna7732

    11 ай бұрын

    As a vet tech - I wouldn’t work for a veterinarian who DIDNT get emotional after euthanizing pets. It means that they have empathy and compassion for their patients - euthanasias never get easier, nor should they.

  • @mustardcat4546
    @mustardcat454611 ай бұрын

    If dogs could survive on love, they would live forever 🤍 Sending love to you and Gallop

  • @mackiewilliams3524
    @mackiewilliams352410 ай бұрын

    It legit took me until almost October to watch this :(((((((((( we so much love Gallop and Benix and Elton and all the work they do to make you the independent girl you are!

  • @candylionn

    @candylionn

    10 ай бұрын

    Same 😢 just came to watch this now

  • @Janet-D3

    @Janet-D3

    10 ай бұрын

    omg me too

  • @alenaalisakomendova

    @alenaalisakomendova

    10 ай бұрын

    Finally watched it now 💔

  • @KameronCrawford

    @KameronCrawford

    9 ай бұрын

    I’m just now watching it over a month after it was posted and I’m balling my eyes out

  • @emmaringwood4236
    @emmaringwood423611 ай бұрын

    My boy Zeus and I made a food donation (and a bag of cheese treats) to our local animal shelter in honor of Gallop when we saw your tiktok. We're so sorry for your loss, Gallop made such a big impact on the world. Sending you love and healing thoughts ❤️

  • @kailsgross

    @kailsgross

    11 ай бұрын

    Wow I love this! 🥰

  • @ceratonin719
    @ceratonin71911 ай бұрын

    Gallop will forever live on in our hearts ❤️❤️

  • @dinahakim7114

    @dinahakim7114

    11 ай бұрын

    It’s because of you and Gallup dog so thank you for showing me how to be independent not sure what else to say. You make me cry.

  • @derlingerardclair6252

    @derlingerardclair6252

    11 ай бұрын

    Gallop was a precious soul,just as his pretty human parent,Molly is.

  • @deniseflattery

    @deniseflattery

    11 ай бұрын

    So true 👍 😊😊

  • @catloverKD
    @catloverKD11 ай бұрын

    You said when Gypsy died, that someone told you "I cried more for her than when my grandmother died." And I said the same was true for me when I saw the video. And, it's true again. I thought I'd be okay, but within 10 minutes, I was bawling. You gave him the most amazing life, and he passed painlessly, at home, with his most precious loved ones by his side. We should all be so lucky. Fly high sweet boy.

  • @HeyLetsDoAThing
    @HeyLetsDoAThing11 ай бұрын

    Buckets of tears. I never fail to be devastated by losses like this. Rest in Peace Gallop. Every good boy is an angel, always.

  • @Orlak3lly
    @Orlak3lly11 ай бұрын

    Isn’t it amazing how the death of a dog you’ve never met breaks your heart? I’m sitting here bawling watching this….. RIP Sweet Gallop boy, we miss you & we love you to bits❤️❤️ Molly we love you too & I send you some virtual hugs from Ireland❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @Khunai.

    @Khunai.

    11 ай бұрын

    100% heartbroken. I bawled through the whole thing. Rest in peace, Sweet Cheese Boy 💙

  • @britanyh99611

    @britanyh99611

    11 ай бұрын

    Same girl.

  • @michaelkeller5555

    @michaelkeller5555

    11 ай бұрын

    I am too holy shit, and I've only been following her channel for maybe a year so I didn't even see much of him. So sorry for your loss Molly. ❤

  • @SMDancing

    @SMDancing

    11 ай бұрын

    Literally at the gym crying my eyes out 🥺 there since the beginning😭♥️

  • @slothpeaches

    @slothpeaches

    11 ай бұрын

    Sameeee

  • @GusGuidesDalia
    @GusGuidesDalia11 ай бұрын

    Gallop is the reason my second service dog is a bernese mountain dog. And the reason I ever had hope for independence. Gallop truly embodied the perfect service dog, and the perfect temperament. Dalia is now a part of his legacy.

  • @luxurypetscz
    @luxurypetscz11 ай бұрын

    Gallop (with your help, Molly) taught me as a sighted person what it means to be a guide dog, what kind of work he does, how to treat working dogs as a stranger and as a friend. I was a little sad for myself when he retired and it took me a bit to get used to Elton because as Molly said, this was partially Gallop's channel. But Molly is clearly in gret paws with Elton. Gallop is going to be missed by thousands of people.

  • @kimberlyanderson2976
    @kimberlyanderson297611 ай бұрын

    This was emotional to me as a veterinary technician. I've definitely cried with the humans behind the pets we've said goodbye too. When my childhood dog passed, she picked up and carried her leash on her final walk, something she hadn't done in years

  • @maddie4190
    @maddie419011 ай бұрын

    You even filming a video prior to him going to heaven for us was so moving to me because you didn’t owe us that. Thank you for sharing your journey, sharing your sweet man, who only has ever lived for you. He will never understand the gift he has been to others, but what he’s done for you-that was the delight of his life. Thank you, and goodbye Gallop. Thank you for taking care of Molly for us and making her not give up after Gypsy. She’s been a blessing to us because of it.

  • @nikkyfell1473
    @nikkyfell147311 ай бұрын

    Oh man, I bawled like a baby. I have never felt so attached to a dog I have never met. Thank you Gallop for all your years of service, and teaching us all about what incredible creatures guide dogs are. Hugs Molly and fam. ❤

  • @suungirl128
    @suungirl12811 ай бұрын

    Gypsy, Gallop, Bennix, Elton... All of your dogs have touched all of your viewers in their own ways, undoubtedly they will continue to do so in each of their legacies with you ❤️

  • @kyli1204

    @kyli1204

    7 ай бұрын

    Bennix?

  • @suungirl128

    @suungirl128

    7 ай бұрын

    @@kyli1204 Bennix (aka Benelux or Ben or Benny) was Molly's dog after Gallop first retired but Bennix had to retire suddenly due to complications that Molly has kept mostly private. She only worked him for about a year before he had to be retired early.

  • @user-dd9zr5ep4m
    @user-dd9zr5ep4m11 ай бұрын

    I don’t think I’ve cried this hard since I said goodbye to my own dog three years ago, it’s truly a pain like no other. Rest easy gallop, the goodest boy ❤

  • @yesterdaydream
    @yesterdaydream11 ай бұрын

    It's the hardest part of loving an animal. But love, we must! And Gallop is SO loved.

  • @MollyBurkeOfficial

    @MollyBurkeOfficial

    11 ай бұрын

    And he always will be

  • @fe.jessica
    @fe.jessica11 ай бұрын

    Gallop was a truly special boy. He waited until you were settled in your relationship with Elton to go as he knew you would be in safe paws with him and that his job here was done

  • @egenhoferj
    @egenhoferj11 ай бұрын

    The worst part of owning a pet, no matter how many you have it never gets any easier. I'm not going to pretend I can even understand how much more difficult it must be when that pet was also a lifeline. Thank you for sharing your story, and Gallop with us. He was an absolutely delight every time I got to see him on screen. May you hurt ease, but the love and memories remain forever.

  • @H2_O2
    @H2_O211 ай бұрын

    Sobbing along with you, Molly. Gallop was so lucky to have you as his human. All the love and care you gave him, the exciting job he could do for you. And not to forget the cheese treats. He must have been so proud to literally guide you through life. At the moment you can't be around him physically, but your bond is just stretched, not broken. He's watching and guiding you from heaven.

  • @yamyam7302
    @yamyam730211 ай бұрын

    I’m preparing to say goodbye to my 16 year old dog. I got her when I was 10 and she provided so much comfort and stability throughout my childhood. I totally understand how you feel and it’s devastating. Just the thought of never seeing her again brings me to tears.

  • @k_loves_dogs7260

    @k_loves_dogs7260

    11 ай бұрын

    My dog is also 16 and getting worse. I’ve lived with her all my life, she’s 3 months older than me actually. She’ll be 17 on October 2nd but who can tell if she will make it to then. She’s been my big sister all my life and this video really made me appreciate the time I have with her now. I’m trying to prepare myself for her to go but I know I won’t be ready in the end. Maybe I’ll come back to this if she makes it to her birthday.

  • @jude1515

    @jude1515

    11 ай бұрын

    So sorry. I know it’s difficult. We lost our dog last year, she was fourteen. My husband and I still have a difficult time talking about it.

  • @cnccccccd

    @cnccccccd

    11 ай бұрын

    I don't know what happens after but I am sure one day will see her again. ❤️ There's no way love that strong can die. I still miss my first dog so much 💔 take all the photos from all the years & print them off into a book. I'm sure you must have do many amazing memories. Wishing you comfort and strength and a gentle hug for your goodest girl ❤️

  • @Ali-mv3jc

    @Ali-mv3jc

    11 ай бұрын

    Sending my love to you in these difficult times 💓

  • @willmariegirona2911

    @willmariegirona2911

    11 ай бұрын

    A huge hug for you 🫂❤️.

  • @nancyirwin3150
    @nancyirwin315011 ай бұрын

    I'm so so very sorry. When my husband's guide aged, he got so very skinny. It was so very hard. Hugs from two very sad guide dog users. It's so hard when they go before us. Don't apologize, this is just so hard 😢 I'm afraid I just can't finish this video, gotta go hug my guide dog and cry for a bit. HUGS!

  • @ashleymaginnis3641
    @ashleymaginnis364111 ай бұрын

    I've had two cats pass now this way, with a home care veterinarian. It is such a peaceful process and so much easier than watching them decline or taking them into a vet clinic. If you can afford it, I recommend this for anyone who has to say goodbye to a pet. It's a blessing to be able to give them a peaceful passing. Gallop was so loved.

  • @mishaownsbey847
    @mishaownsbey84711 ай бұрын

    Saying goodbye in a peaceful way when they still have a quality of life is the best gift we can give them.

  • @emiratucker1150
    @emiratucker115011 ай бұрын

    Rest in peace sweet Gallop! 😢❤ Gallop was and will always be very special to all of us! So sorry for your loss Molly!

  • @destinyjackson100
    @destinyjackson10011 ай бұрын

    "We built this together," Oh that really made me cry - gosh Gallop is living his best life in heaven, looking down on you and your family Molly. We will miss him forever, but his legacy will live on in all the ways he touched the world, and is cemented in that exact statement...you built this together

  • @ktcarter07
    @ktcarter0711 ай бұрын

    RIP sweet boy Gallop 🐾💙. You've left your mark on the world, and will forever be in our hearts. Molly, thanks for sharing him with us 💜.

  • @cheryl-lynnmehring8606
    @cheryl-lynnmehring860611 ай бұрын

    Molly, you should be extremely proud of your boy Gallop! He did more in his lifetime than most people. That's quite an accomplishment for a dog. RIP Gallop💗🙏

  • @jalenarostad1241
    @jalenarostad124111 ай бұрын

    I’m so very sorry for your loss Molly, take all the time you need to process this.

  • @MollyBurkeOfficial

    @MollyBurkeOfficial

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you

  • @therarepandabeard3409
    @therarepandabeard340911 ай бұрын

    Rest in peace gallop. He was such a good boy 😢❤

  • @user-pd5kp4sc7e
    @user-pd5kp4sc7e11 ай бұрын

    You and Gallop inspired me and my husband to foster a guide dog puppy at my local guide dog school. His name is Tucker and he's an 8 month old black lab. We have about a year left with him and I'm so happy that we are able to assist our community in such an impactful way. I would've never have been brave enough to volunteer without your videos detailing the importance of having a solid puppy raiser to start that training early. We already have two highly trained Aussies and we wanted to use the skills we've learned over the last 4 years for the good of the community and today he was labeled as 'advanced'! Thank you so much for all the awareness and inspiration you have generated with your channel and Gallop surely knows how loved he was.

  • @PyrettaBlaze
    @PyrettaBlaze11 ай бұрын

    I had to stop this 5 times to just bawl. I’m so sorry for your loss and your family’s loss. Gallop was one in a million, and I’m glad he put his head between your legs and your dad’s. I believe that was him saying his goodbye. Thank you Gallop for being an amazing service dog that we got to learn so much from. Molly, you and your family will be in my heart and prayers. May the Lord bring you comfort swiftly. 💜💜💜💜

  • @jenna_marlene_
    @jenna_marlene_11 ай бұрын

    I knew I was going to cry but oh man. Losing a dog is so hard, I can not imagine losing a guide dog. He kept you safe for 7 years. He was a good boy, he’ll come back to you just like Gypsy did.❤

  • @rebeccajo-ann7494
    @rebeccajo-ann749411 ай бұрын

    'He was more angel than dog.' I could see the peace in Gallop when you were sitting in the room with him. Working in a vet office and having gone through this in my personal life, you can see when a pup is ready. He was ready. He knew you were going to be well taken care of and he knew he didn't need to be worried and was ready to take his forever nap. He'll be waiting for you, Elton John, and your family. Hugging my critters a bit tighter and sending healing vibes to you and your family.

  • @NorseButterfly
    @NorseButterfly11 ай бұрын

    As a pet parent, I feel your emotions so deeply. If I could hug you through the screen, I most certainly would. I feel privileged to have been able to get a sweatshirt with Gallop on it. I also think that Elton was brought into your life to help you through this time. You have my deepest sympathy and love.

  • @minecraftmeli512
    @minecraftmeli51211 ай бұрын

    Hey Molly, I work in a German shelter so I’ve comforted more animals through their last moments than I can count and I can tell you: you did everything right with your boy ❤ in my experience if animals are ready to go, putting them to sleep is especially peaceful and without any of the not so nice side effects. Gallop was ready to leave and didn’t suffer any pain except maybe the typical “old man” pains which we’re all gonna feel some day :D He had a fulfilling working life and an amazing retirement all thanks to you and your family! Much love and comfort in the next few weeks from Germany ❤

  • @Creepymusic782
    @Creepymusic78211 ай бұрын

    Gallop and Molly taught me so much about blindness and guide dogs. I will forever be grateful for the awareness that gallop has spread and the love he has shared. Thanks gallop, for taking care of our Molly for so long. We know Molly will continue your legacy and Elton John will keep her safe so she can do so.

  • @caridepp27
    @caridepp2711 ай бұрын

    Can't hold back the tears. Gallop was a great teacher for those who are sighted like myself and don't understand everything 🥰🙏 love that lil pup and I never got to meet him

  • @tvspaz626
    @tvspaz62611 ай бұрын

    absolutely sobbed. thanks for giving us this closure. my dog is 13 and she's starting to show her age, so like you said, i know her passing will be coming sooner rather than later. when it inevitably comes, i hope her passing will be as peaceful as you made Gallop's. With treats and at-home end of life care. May Gallop's memory be a blessing.

  • @nevadag606

    @nevadag606

    11 ай бұрын

    I’ve lost many furbabies over the years, and I’m only 22.. every time I lose one they take a piece of my broken human heart with them. When I can open my heart to love another one, the new love replaces a missing piece lost prior, with a piece of their heart. A truly loving and empathetic heart, one that gives unconditionally to those whom they love. It’s one of the hardest parts of pet ownership, guiding your furbaby over the rainbow bridge but it’s one of the most important parts too. Making sure they feel safe and all the love and gratitude that we have to give after years of them being by our side. ❤❤

  • @KaitlynG18
    @KaitlynG1810 ай бұрын

    Losing a pet is so hard. Especially when you and gallop are so connected on so many levels. You guys have each other's hearts. He had the most fabulous life. He was a lucky dog ❤

  • @KCKITTEN
    @KCKITTEN11 ай бұрын

    Gallop lived a life and experienced things many dogs will never get to. He was so lucky to be yours, and I'm sure Gypsy is thrilled to meet him. I'm so sorry Molly ❤️‍🩹

  • @MollyBurkeOfficial

    @MollyBurkeOfficial

    11 ай бұрын

    I honestly feel like he lived a life most people will never get to experience! He did so many incredible things with his time here... he left a huge mark on the world.

  • @cheryl-lynnmehring8606

    @cheryl-lynnmehring8606

    11 ай бұрын

    Molly, you should be extremely proud of your boy Gallop! He did more in his lifetime than most people. That's quite an accomplishment for a dog. 💗🙏

  • @emilieloveskiwi
    @emilieloveskiwi11 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Molly, for allowing us to say goodbye to Gallop with you. He really did mean so much to many of us and I know it doesn't compare to how much he meant to you in the slightest, but it still really does mean a lot that you thought of us too in his finally days. Thank you.

  • @RachaelAtRandom
    @RachaelAtRandom11 ай бұрын

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Gallop was such an incredible dog. He was there for you when you needed him the most, and you 100% returned that favor for him. It takes a lot of courage to see our pets in vulnerable states and it takes a lot to be there when they pass. It's very hard. I'm so sorry. Gallop loved you very much and he's still watching over you now ❤️

  • @moon_xwasntavailable
    @moon_xwasntavailable9 күн бұрын

    Something about that sweet pup just made him stand out. The fame, his incredible personality and dedication to his work, I have no clue what it was but something set him apart and you’re absolutely right, he wasn’t just a random dog you passed and found cute, he was one of a kind. The story of how you two met and bonded at MIRA was so so special. Lots of love, I hope there’s plenty of cheese in the doggy afterlife. I’m sure he’s glad you have Elton there it’s you, he’s left you in capable paws

  • @lizthedisjointedzebra692
    @lizthedisjointedzebra69211 ай бұрын

    It's amazing seeing just the sheer number of people that love Gallop. He has beought so much joy, comfort, and help to SO many people.

  • @boulevardiere1623
    @boulevardiere162311 ай бұрын

    Having worked in the veterinary field, I can say that the hardest part of the end is witnessing the pain of the owner(s). You know the animal will be OK, will be out of pain and at peace -- but for the people who love them, the grief is heavy. Sending love to you, Molly, and to Gallop and the whole Burke family.

  • @angelalil

    @angelalil

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for the work you do ❤

  • @angies6699
    @angies669911 ай бұрын

    Oh Gallop. Rest in the sweetest of peace. He had a beautiful life and is leaving a big legacy behind. I learned so much from him.

  • @internationalmatt1
    @internationalmatt111 ай бұрын

    Bonds with a dog are so special but the bond between someone who is blind and their guide dog is beyond special and a bond us sighted people cannot fully appreciate. So sorry for your loss.

  • @nikriley610
    @nikriley61011 ай бұрын

    My condolences to you.. It’s not easy losing any pet. Especially ones who have served you and impacted your life in such a helpful and loving manner. He was so loved and so very cared for. ❤️

  • @Carriehammer718

    @Carriehammer718

    11 ай бұрын

    Crying

  • @purpleheartoooo8020
    @purpleheartoooo802011 ай бұрын

    ❤❤❤. Gallop was an amazing companion, I didn’t get to meet gallop but I could feel his energy. I had a traumatic experience with dogs a few years ago that has put me in a spot where I now fear dogs. Gallop’s energy gave me so much hope that one day I will be able to interact with dogs again. ❤❤❤

  • @MollyBurkeOfficial

    @MollyBurkeOfficial

    11 ай бұрын

    I'm sorry that happened to you and I really wish you had the chance to meet him. I know his calming soul would have helped restore your confidence.

  • @purpleheartoooo8020

    @purpleheartoooo8020

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you Molly, Mr Elton has a lot of the same energy. Fingers crossed that our paths cross one day. ❤❤

  • @dayvraezer6346

    @dayvraezer6346

    11 ай бұрын

    @@MollyBurkeOfficialHugs💜

  • @-NightAngel
    @-NightAngel11 ай бұрын

    I've lost several pets over the years, but I doubt I could ever understand your loss. Gallop was so much more than a pet. It was a blessing getting to watch the two of you and share in your joys and memories. He had a beautiful soul and I thank you for sharing him with the world. Gallop, you are the best boy and you will always have a place in my heart ❤

  • @Marinara_77
    @Marinara_7711 ай бұрын

    I'm so greatful Gallops passing was peaceful. You both deserve nothing but peace. I'm going to hold my service dog extra tight tonight. RIP Galloper Gooseman ❤

  • @madhatter9223
    @madhatter922311 ай бұрын

    I did not expect to be SOBBING right now :( RIP Gallop, he was the goodest boy and will always have a place in our hearts 🖤

  • @ChronicallyGaming
    @ChronicallyGaming11 ай бұрын

    I didn’t tell you this on Instagram, because at the time I was still grieving in my own way (as someone who loved and watched Gallop from afar), but that little ball of cheese loving sunshine was the reason I decided to keep fighting for my own right to better care as a disabled/chronically ill person. He showed me what a difference a pup like him could do for someone who needed him, but he also showed me how silly and goofy these pups can be during their time off. I’m finally, after so many years, almost there. I’m getting my prospect soon (owner training the pup with the help of a professional service dog trainer who has his own organization and has worked as a lead trainer in one of the biggest guide dog schools in my country), and if it’s a boy I would love to name him something that reminds me of Gallop :’) I mean, imagine a yellow lab named Cheese?😂😭 Or, if you’d like to name him, I’d be honored, and I’m sure he would be too (If it ends up being a girl, you can still name her if you’d like). Thank you for being so open with us, always, and for trusting us enough to show us your more vulnerable side during this very difficult time. You’re so, so loved and supported, Molly. PS. I just noticed (I think?) that my comment was in the video🥺

  • @TimeTraveller2054

    @TimeTraveller2054

    11 ай бұрын

    Wow! The impact of that good boy. 🌞🖤

  • @nanetteisontheinternet
    @nanetteisontheinternet11 ай бұрын

    Damn, I did not expect to cry as hard as I did watching this, Rest In Peace Gallop, we all loved you ❤️

  • @edlothia9943
    @edlothia994310 ай бұрын

    Watching this while cuddling my elderly dog was very hard. She'll get extra hugs and cheese for Gallop tonight 🌸

  • @PhoebeFayRuthLouise
    @PhoebeFayRuthLouise11 ай бұрын

    I lost my 17 year old cat last year, and I can’t imagine how much worse it has to be to when he was your guide dog! Sending sympathy to you!

  • @JisooTurtleRabbitt

    @JisooTurtleRabbitt

    11 ай бұрын

    My cat is also 17, she is with my mum I’ve had her since I was 12, I’ll be 30 next year! She still climbs trees and does her usual cat things, I forget how old she is I still can’t think of the day she leaves us, I know it could be soon but my heart still tells me she will live forever ❤ I am so sorry for your loss I’m sure you probably felt the same I am dreading the day she goes

  • @cd2290

    @cd2290

    11 ай бұрын

    Our 14 year old kitty is showing signs of aging and in the back of my mind there is that lingering dread of when we’ll part. It’s never easy to lose pets as they take such a special place in our hearts. The silver lining is that we get opportunities to have different furry friends throughout our own lives.

  • @PhoebeFayRuthLouise

    @PhoebeFayRuthLouise

    11 ай бұрын

    @@JisooTurtleRabbitt Thank you for your kind words, and for telling me about your 17 year old cat. I wish you many more happy years together!

  • @PhoebeFayRuthLouise

    @PhoebeFayRuthLouise

    11 ай бұрын

    @@cd2290 Oh, it’s so hard when our cats start showing signs of aging. My wish is for you to have many happy years together. And that’s true, there is that silver lining.

  • @turtnturtle

    @turtnturtle

    10 ай бұрын

    so sorry for your loss ❤

  • @lyn100
    @lyn10011 ай бұрын

    please take all the time you need to grieve. gallop was so special and so, so loved, and i'm sure he knew that. we love you, molly, and gallop will be so missed

  • @shibithecatthing
    @shibithecatthing11 ай бұрын

    Rest easy Gallop. May the gooseman fly high like the angel he is. Many hugs Molly, thank you for everything you and him have brought to us

  • @AT-wo2oo
    @AT-wo2oo11 ай бұрын

    Your veterinary team sounds so lovely and compassionate and thorough. I’m glad you were in such good hands in such a painful time.

  • @tracy6698
    @tracy669811 ай бұрын

    Molly, my heart breaks for you. As a pet owner, I understand the incredible pain of losing your best friend, but I can’t imagine how it must feel to lose a dog who served by your side in so many ways. RIP Galloper Gooseman. We’ll all miss you

  • @BradonSchwarzOfficial
    @BradonSchwarzOfficial11 ай бұрын

    Ughh I had to pause to cry many times. Thanks for sharing Gallop with the world, and for your openness in sharing what happened. He impacted everyone he met, and it’s helps heal and bring closure to listen and cry with you. Love you, Molly. 🐾♥️

  • @storm_system
    @storm_system10 ай бұрын

    Around 6 years ago, I found your channel. I was struggling with PTSD and no medication was really helping. I also have multiple heart issues. Because of Gallop, I started owner training my dog to respond and alert to PTSD symptoms. Eventually, she started naturally alerting to heart rate and blood pressure changes! She worked for 6 years and is now 12. She had started to finally show she was getting older last year, so she retired. I now have a 1 year old SDiT who is doing well, but I took a loan for professional help this time since I'm an adult now! I am dreading saying goodbye to my girl and hope she has more good years to come (she's a pomeranian, so longer life span), but I know one day we will go through this. I can only imagine what you're going through. I owe it to you and Gallop to learning that a service dog would massively change my life for the better, especially as my heart has worsened. Gallop is and always will be missed. You gave him the best ending, peaceful, safe, and loved. This is a lovely but sad video in his memory!

  • @Raechel9
    @Raechel911 ай бұрын

    Currently holding my 9 month old puppy so close right now 😥🩵 Gallop was and always will be so loved

  • @mariah_kristina5520
    @mariah_kristina552011 ай бұрын

    I’m so sorry Molly 💔 losing a normal pet is hard so I can’t even imagine what it’s like to lose a guide dog. Gallop will never be forgotten ❤️

  • @melissa1345
    @melissa134511 ай бұрын

    I haven’t cried so much for a dog I have never met. But thank you for sharing Gallop with us. We’re all going to miss him so much. ♥️

  • @loveisall5520
    @loveisall55204 ай бұрын

    I love the fact that with euthanasia on our animals, that we can indeed be there in their last minutes with us. I've treasured that also, upsetting though it may be. For my beloved pets, I feel I owe that to them. Thank you so much, Molly, for sharing that with us. This guy wishes you the best from Texas, and yes, I loved the interview that you had with Paul Castle!

  • @edenherron1044
    @edenherron104411 ай бұрын

    The hardest part about having dogs is they get to spend their whole life with us but we miss them for all of ours ❤ I'm sure Elton will be a huge comfort to you x x

  • @anaos1004
    @anaos100411 ай бұрын

    Wow, Molly. I can hardly breath, I'm crying so much. I'm so sorry for your (our) loss and really appreciate you sharing all this information with us. I'm just glad Gallop had this amazing journey, touching so many peoples lives and that he had a peaceful ending. Thank you for showing him compassion at the very end and letting him go in peace. Thank you for loving him beyond measure and always being the best mom for him. Thank you for sharing him with us through all these years. Thank you for teaching us so much about guiding dogs through him. I'm glad you now have Elton to support you through this difficult time, which you didn't have when you lost Gipsy. I guess being a guide dog user is bittersweet. You go through this cycle of loving and losing your best friend. It's so unfair that dogs don't have that much time on earth with us. But their love and our love for them is endless, and at the end of our lives we can count ourselves lucky if we've been loved by even one dog. I wish you all the blessings in this world as you heal from this. We’ll always be here to support you when you're ready.

  • @dogsreadtruth4548
    @dogsreadtruth454811 ай бұрын

    Molly, it was so Kind of you to make this video. I'm so sorry for your loss. As my Guide has recently retired, I know his Sunset years have started... treasuring every moment. I know you treasured your every moment with Gallop. During the past weeks, We've been sending you and your family, much Love and Light.

  • @suz6191
    @suz619111 ай бұрын

    Molly I am so sorry but so happy that you were there for him. I cried through this whole video. I can not imagine losing a guide dog whether former or current. Gallop is the angel we all need and the work you both did educating people like me about disability awareness is never going to be forgotten. My husband is legally blind. I found your channel when we first met to help me understand his experience. Your education has been so valuable for me. Please know through your pain that you and Gallop achieved your purpose of educating people. I have learned so much from you and continue to learn with every video.

  • @Ruby-xk8kn
    @Ruby-xk8kn11 ай бұрын

    Im so sorry Molly, you gave Gallop the best life a dog could have.

  • @FrankiesUploads
    @FrankiesUploads11 ай бұрын

    My heart is so so heavy, and this video took me forever to watch as i kept having to pause it and dry my weeping eyes. If it wasn't for you and Gallop i wouldn't have my guide dog, Guinness. When i began to lose my vision i was heavily in denial about my circumstances, and how much my life was spiralling out of control. Then i found you, and both you and Gallop gave me hope that maybe life could still be enjoyed and wasn't all doom and gloom, so i applied for my guide dog. So everytime i walk down the street with my boy Guinness i think of you two and smile. Thanks for letting us have a moment to smile and share our condolences to the big cheese monster. He will forever be a part of this channel, and all of our lives. Sending you so much love all to all of you. Love from your friends Frankie and Guinness 🐾🩵

  • @violetkrause
    @violetkrause11 ай бұрын

    I really don’t think think I’ve ever cried more watching this video. Gallop will be missed

  • @lindseylupercio
    @lindseylupercio3 ай бұрын

    I haven’t been able to watch this video till now. The day I saw it I said I’m not ready and I saved it. 7 months later it popped up again and I decided I had to say goodbye to him. Sounds silly that I’m crying over I didn’t know but I got my dog around the same time and sadly they both passed a few months apart and I felt like I was saying goodbye to my dog all over again. Thank you for sharing this ❤️

  • @sbark20
    @sbark2011 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful story. I'm a veterinary nurse and I love feeding the babies everything and all things before they take their forever sleep. They deserve all the goodness. Gallop was so lucky to have you and your family. So many amazing memories to help get you through this difficult time. What an amazing boy. Thank you for being an amazing dog mommy.

  • @rhianfiler8764
    @rhianfiler876411 ай бұрын

    Gallop will be so very missed and his beautiful and loyal personality, and steady strength has shone across the world to New Zealand. Guide dogs hold a very special place in my heart and I'm very grateful for all Gallop has taught us. Much love to you and your family. ❤️

  • @peachykeen4448
    @peachykeen444811 ай бұрын

    As soon as you started feeding him cheese I lost it. Gallop has taught me so much about service dogs and inspired me to look into the puppy raiser program for when I have a house! We will miss you so much Mr. Gooseman.

  • @erinryan3976
    @erinryan397611 ай бұрын

    Gallop definitely made a huge impact on the world! His goofy and cheese loving self will definitely be missed by many. Molly, my heart goes out to you. One of my dogs passed in a similar way, and I know how hard that can be. Im so sorry that you had to go through that, but I'm sure he knew how loved he was. Thank you for allowing us the chance to grieve with you. You are definitely in my thoughts.

  • @LuviinqMill
    @LuviinqMill11 ай бұрын

    I’m sorry Molly, I understand how you feel, know you are never alone. So many people loved Gallop and we will never stop. I won’t lie about it, I cried so many times watching this video. Rest in cheese paradise Gallop 🐕‍🦺🕊️

  • @georgiesmith89
    @georgiesmith8911 ай бұрын

    He really was an amazing boy, Molly absolutely showed him the perfect life. Shedding a few tears for Gallop, he was one of the hardest working boys ❤️

  • @TKButterfly
    @TKButterfly11 ай бұрын

    My heartfelt condolences to you. Its hard enough to lose a pet, but Gallop was essentially a part of you. You and Gallop are one of the reasons I'm currently studying to be a Disability advocate to help educate and advocate. Love from Australia xx

  • @bakkles.
    @bakkles.11 ай бұрын

    I lost my cat on 26th of May which is Mother's Day in Poland. She had a renal lymphoma and earlier that week the vet was really impressed how well she was doing and literally 4 days later we were back at the vet saying goodbye... I was told it's better to let them go a day too early than a day too late and I think you got Gallop's time perfectly right. Sending you biggest hugs Molly, from one grieving pet mum to another

  • @valliedollx
    @valliedollx11 ай бұрын

    Molly! 💔🫂😭 I'm so grateful that you've shared this story. Our hearts ache with you. Sending you all the love and healing possible. ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹 We truly love and miss you, Gallop. 💔🌈

  • @justinapruner6978
    @justinapruner697811 ай бұрын

    Gallop will be missed dearly. Nothing will ever replace him and his goofiness. I started watching your channel when gallop was still your working dog. He was an amazing gentle soul. Gallop was my first look at the Service Dog world. Now I love watching service dog videos and learning more about what amazing things they can do. I'm so sorry for your loss Molly. Rest easy Gallop

  • @bethany2489
    @bethany248911 ай бұрын

    So sorry Molly, Gallop will never be forgotten ❤

  • @Mintyyfilms
    @Mintyyfilms6 ай бұрын

    Molly, I haven’t seen your videos in so long. I’m so sorry. When I think Molly I think Gallop. I was shocked to see this. I’m so proud of you and everything he has done. He was an amazing boy. We all loved him and we know you did too. He’s very very special. You are going to be just fine he’s always with you and sending friends to keep you company.

  • @jennifermichelleswanson3797
    @jennifermichelleswanson37978 ай бұрын

    Molly we will miss Gallop, you shared him with us and we will miss him. Gallop is with Gypsy and they will be waiting for you at the rainbow bridge to help guide you home. You shared so much of your pets with us and we will all miss him. Gallop rest easy knowing that Molly has Elton John to guide her now.

  • @weepingwillows21
    @weepingwillows2111 ай бұрын

    I am so sorry, Molly. You don't know me, but I've been a fan of yours (and Gallop's, of course) for awhile now. I feel like I know you both because of what you've shown us. and while we will all miss him, I know you will miss him the very most. It's so strange that I feel tears slipping down my cheeks for a dog I never even met. Thank you, Gallop for all you did for Molly.

  • @angiecastro9345
    @angiecastro934511 ай бұрын

    Thank You for sharing your gentle giant with us. Gallop will always have a special place in your heart and our hearts. My guide dog goes under my legs and I am always reminded of Gallop when he does it.

  • @Carriehammer718

    @Carriehammer718

    11 ай бұрын

    😢😢😢

  • @emmagough8938
    @emmagough893810 ай бұрын

    Gallop is over the rainbow bridge eating huge cheese wheels and guiding and protecting all the dogs who passed to soon just waiting for the day he can run to greet you. Gallop you're heart was huge you will be remembered by so many

  • @taylorpolitte6805
    @taylorpolitte680511 ай бұрын

    You gave him a purpose and wonderful life ❤ rest in peace Gallop