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Heartbreak as Mom Lets Late Daughter's 'Soul Dog' Smell Her Things

Heartbreak as Mom Lets Late Daughter's 'Soul Dog' Smell Her Things

Summary

A Las Vegas mother shared a viral video of her family's dog, Bella, reacting emotionally when smelling the belongings of her late daughter, Ariana. Ariana, who faced significant medical challenges, passed away unexpectedly during a family vacation. The family cherishes these belongings for their strong connection to memories of Ariana, with Bella, Ariana's 'soulmate' dog, engaging in the grieving process.

Key Facts

  • Lauren Taylor, a mother from Las Vegas, shared a video of her dog Bella smelling her late daughter's belongings, which went viral.
  • Ariana, Lauren's daughter, passed away while the family was on vacation in Florida.
  • Lauren preserved Ariana's belongings to maintain the scent and connection to her.
  • Bella, a Maltese and Yorkshire terrier cross, had a close bond with Ariana and now spends much time on her bed.
  • Ariana was born prematurely at 26 weeks and spent 117 days in the NICU.
  • The Instagram video has garnered over 367,000 views, with many users offering condolences.
  • The family includes Lauren, her husband Jason, another daughter Kyra, and a newborn son, Callan James.

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