Denise Richards Mourns Loss Of Dog Of 13 Years
Denise Richards isn’t just a sometimes caregiver to the kids Charlie Sheen had with subsequent wife Brooke Mueller — the Wild Things actress is also a major friend to animals as well as rescuer, and when her 13-year-old dog Hank passed on yesterday, the star was heartbroken.
Denise Richards has been vocally involved with the welfare of animals especially in the recent past, and it seems clear she truly cares for her charges and especially adored Hank.
When Hurricane Sandy hit, Richards and her daughters Sam, Lola and Eloise headed out to storm-ravaged Long Island to help with the glut of pets forced, like their humans, into shelters in the event’s devastating wake.
At the time, the star tweeted about the fate of many animals after Sandy, and Richards said:
“‘Day off tomorrow. Heading to an animal shelter, to help out. Over 600 rescued from the hurricane. My girls are coming to help too[.]“
Denise and daughters indeed volunteered at North Shore Animal League on Long Island, one of the areas hardest hit by the storm back in October.
After Instagramming a pic of Hank, the bulldog Richards owned until his death yesterday, the star lamented his loss and said she cherished her time with Hank while he lived, tweeting:
last night we lost our beloved Hank..I will miss him dearly,13 yrs old ..been there for me thru it all Best instagr.am/p/UxmpExSnIY/
— Denise Richards (@DENISE_RICHARDS) January 22, 2013
And it seems fans comforted Denise, as she followed up tonight by saying:
Thank you so much for your kind messages about Hank…it means alot to me. You guys are the best..so thoughtful & kind…xo
— Denise Richards (@DENISE_RICHARDS) January 23, 2013
Can you relate to Denise Richards’ tweet to honor her beloved pet?
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Posted: January 22, 2013
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Jan 23, 2013
Wow!
What a terrible shame,,,,( oops,,, that was a snicker,,, LMFAO ).
Jan 23, 2013
lmao,,,,,,,,,,,,, sob!
Jan 23, 2013
Are you kidding me, this is news?
Jan 23, 2013
Reminds me of old Shep.
Jan 23, 2013
Bless you Denise. If I were in a position of your status, I would do all I could to help all of the innocent animals. You are teaching your daughters, to love and respect animals also.Hank is in heaven now. You will see him again, when you are in heaven someday.
Jan 23, 2013
Agreed! Like she's the first person to ever lose a dog.
Jan 23, 2013
I know how she feels; lost a dog I had for almost 17 years, a few years ago.
Jan 23, 2013
Very nicely put Janet.
Jan 23, 2013
I've changed my mind about her. It's one thing to love animals, but beyond nice to take in her ex husband's, latest ex wife's kid and care for them. I'd like to see even one you haters do that.
Jan 23, 2013
Debra and Kim you are typical jealous bitches
Jan 23, 2013
John Dodsworth you give men a bad name.
Jan 23, 2013
I thought she had been divorced before this! Poor, Charlie he did look really bad, may the dog rest in peace.
Jan 23, 2013
Believe me, I know how you feel. We had to put our beloved Buddy down. It hurts terribly to lose them, but they give you much more love in return. We'll never forget him, as I'm sure you will never forget Hank. Blessings for all you do for animals.
Jan 23, 2013
Ever own a dog ? Kinda doubt it you jerk.
Jan 23, 2013
Seriously… And this is news???????? Go away
Jan 23, 2013
I would be more than willing to take the place of her bulldog, as her pet.
Jan 23, 2013
Wasn't it the first one to go to Sweden for a Sex Change?
Jan 23, 2013
hi denise can I be your pet?
Jan 23, 2013
your hot
Jan 23, 2013
It's a hard time when your dog dies for all who love their animal family members. I am sorry about the relative dog here to an extent, but I think there is more going on in the world then Denise Richards.
Jan 23, 2013
I agree
Jan 23, 2013
I love animals and it's nice to see the Richards' family help with shelters, but this is not news to report.
Jan 23, 2013
its okay she can get herself trouser snake , she should be good with those.
Jan 23, 2013
I agree. Not news.
Jan 23, 2013
if its not news why are some of you knucleheads reading it and commenting.alot of people in the world and in this county are socialpaths , that are just cold people with no feeling of others except themselves.
Jan 23, 2013
I love people who love animals. Sorry for your loss Denise..
Jan 23, 2013
These women are not dog lovers or they would understand what it is to loose a beloved pet.
Jan 23, 2013
Accurate. Talking about doing these things is one thing but it really shows a lot of character on her part.
Jan 23, 2013
john isnt a man-he's a metrosexual or in the old tongue homo/queer
Jan 23, 2013
Then don't read it. Stupid people.
Jan 23, 2013
Good to see someone in Hollywood actually cares about something other than their ego. I have always been a fan of Denise and her love for animals, especially domesticated. Wish there were more women like her, and I sure would like to have one to call my wife. Too many people are so self absorbed with themselves and have little care for anyone else, that it is a blessing to see someone such as Denise show real emotion for losing a loved one.
Jan 23, 2013
Not a follower of religion, but otherwise i agree with you completely Janet
Jan 23, 2013
I actually like to see human stories from those celebs people generally just want to look at. I for one applaud her for her love for animals. Most celebs are only about stoking their egos than showing that they actually have a heart for loving creatures.
You going to say I give men a bad name too? I would guarantee i am far more a man than you are.
Jan 23, 2013
and that number is growing at an alarming rate, unfortunately
People seem to want to only read about murder, death, filth, rape, someone's body measurements and more material nonsense. Yet when a celeb shows they have a heart, people call it non news worthy.
Probably those same people who drool over every tidbit of the Kardashian scandals
Jan 23, 2013
I read alot of news everyday. I have a degree in broadcast/journalism. I'll read it and evaluate it. It's just conditioning. Dumbass.
Jan 23, 2013
what would u rather see more murders in the news or how great the politicians are doing…exactly what do u call news???
Jan 23, 2013
Kim Nation you'll see how it feels when your ugly ass dog dies
Jan 23, 2013
what kind of dog food do u prefer….ruff
Jan 23, 2013
There is good news, bad news, frivolous news, gossip news, urgent news…so sorry that this story doesn't fit your personal definition of "news". I'd much rather read about a celebrity who has a heart & acts on it than about all the shopping trips a celeb makes to whatever store. My sincerest condolences to Ms Richards.
Jan 23, 2013
Could you please direct me to the Official List of What Is News/What Is Not News so that the rest of the world can fall in line accordingly? Welcome to the world of celebrity: everything's news.
Jan 23, 2013
And you're the 4th person to point it out. While this might not be "news" according to your definition of it, I hardly view your opinion as a worthy "comment". Different strokes for different folks, don'cha know.
Jan 23, 2013
Kenya Foster, I would eat anything she has to offer. If you know what I mean. LOL !
Jan 24, 2013
Nothing a little booze and cocaine won't fix!
Jan 24, 2013
hi im your long lost pet smile