Over the past four years I lost my dad and one of my cats, Captain. He was 17 years old and it ripped a huge hole in my heart when dad and Captain died just a few months apart. This year, 2024, has been so hard. My mom died the last Tuesday in May and my other cat, Clark who was 17 also and Captain’s brother, died the same day. Just a bit over 3 months and I’m still grieving. It’s around 5 am now and my daughter just texted me. She, her husband and my granddaughter who is 4 years old have two dogs. They are both about 15 years old. The bigger one, a male named Ranger, is dying. Daughter is devastated because like me she loves animals, They aren’t just “pets” as some people feel - to me and my daughter they’re family, so much loving and care over the years. Ranger may pass today and I hope he’s no longer in pain. Prayers for us as this day passes. 🙏🥲🐾🐾🥲🙏
I cry has i sit and look at my 14 yr old boy losing his sight his hearing but still loves me with all his bieng. I sat with my daughter as she put her 14 yr old dog to sleep because of cancer. Harder because she cannot have children. Her husband brought her a new pup and i tell them i will not replace my bubba i will just continue to help raise her bailey
What a beautiful and touching tribute. Im a cat owner but the same applies. My tigger is getting old but shes holding on for now. Ill be devastated when she leaves me. Thank you for this. Love from Scotland ❤❤❤
Our sweet dog died yesterday. He was only five. We did everything we could but I could not shake off the guilt. Love you to the moon and back, dearest Helios. ❤
I am really really proud to have chosen this short film for the 2015 edition of a surf film festival I co-organize here in Lisbon, Portugal. 9 years on and Denali keeps moving and inspiring people all over the place. A lot of films pass through my hands, most of them are forgotten, but I lost count of how many times I have watched Denali and how many times I have shared it with friends and family. Tonight I showed it to someone very special to me. And once again, the bond between Denali and Ben has shown how powerful it was (and is...) and how far it can reach. This is my small heartfelt tribute to Denali. And to Ben. Cheers!
That Odessa song shuffled onto my playlist and I had to come back to watch this video again - so so so good. An amazing job. The unstoppable march of waves throughout the film sets an appropriate metaphor for time and life, so it's best to make the most of it!
I've never met either of you but after watching, listening, and feeling your story, I feel I know you better than I do some of the people in my life. And you gave me a gift. The connection to memories, the connection to love. ❤ Unconditional love.
Cara assim você parte meu coração. Estou com filhote de Golden Retriever a 3 meses e isso me fez pensar no momento da usa partida, como será dolorosa 😔. Mas vou aproveitar todo o tempo que temos juntos, vai ser maravilhoso!!!!!
My favourite story about Chase… lived beside an abandoned house filled with raccoons. One night I heard them knock over our green bin and start having a feast. I thought.. ahh Haa… I’m going to let out my 75lb husky lab mix and at the least he’s going scare the crap out of them. Snuck down and let him out. 3 of the raccoons took off and went up a tree. The 4th one was a baby and had trouble getting up that tree. He was up just in reach of Chase on his hind legs. Because there he was, and I’m thinking… oh crap.. Chase is going to take a bite out of him. He’s barking and jumping up… then he stops, sniffs and licks the little guy. 😅
This video left such an impression on me 8 years ago. I got my own first dog around when this came out, I still have her and I take her everywhere with me. We go to the beach, we go to national parks, we go to different states when we get the opportunity. She's getting older now, and while she has plenty of life left in her... you never know how long they'll be able to walk that extra mile along the beach. Never know how long they'll be able to scale and climb rocks, or fallen trees, or enjoy their favorite waterfall spot. Dogs are just something amazing. I'm glad I'm able to come back here and watch this again, Denali made waves.
I've had many dogs, have 2 now.. Only want to watch this 1 time, to sad..to many memories.. If ya treat them right, they'll always love you.. Even if your poor an ugly.. Probably more than your ExWife ever Did..
This film is amazing, and there is no doubt about that. But, if you want a deeper insight, make sure to read Ben's book about Denali as well - it's even better. Sorry for your loss Ben and I am sure that your work and story has inspired countless people.
Hoje, dia 24/03/2024, às 23h30m, assisti esse vídeo maravilhoso, que me fez chorar como uma criança. Não tenho dúvidas de que Denali teve uma vida fantástica. Espero que vc esteja bem. Abraços.
pls 😭 i just came here out of curiosity for the book after seeing it in his new house tour, now i'm BAWLING in a bus at 3pm. thank you for this gift but also damn
Fk U Ben ......you broke me! That was amazing story telling and I felt all of it. My best friend is entering his twilight years and we will be together until his end. Thank you for sharing. D
3 years back my wife decided we were getting a dog , decision made . That was one of the best things she's ever done for me , for us . Our dog Cali has been with us through thick and thin and always remained close . She knows when I'm upset , having a rough day , anxious , sad .. She always remains close . Thanks for the story Ben , absolutely beautiful .
I live in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Yesterday, I finished reading the book and I have just watched the movie. I love dogs, I have three, and I loved the book and the movie. Both are very beautiful and touching.
thank you for this. it popped up in my RU-vid recommendations. I lost my dog on Tuesday, hit by a car. broke me to pieces.. he was my angel, and the sadness I feel is unreal. he was my buddy, he showed my unconditional love. I held his little body in my arms, did not want him to go. I hope he knows how much I absolutely loved him. he is now a real angel.
Lost my old girl Dec 8 2023. I’ve had her since I was four and she died at 15. She had that same white stripe on her neck as Denali. She got canine dementia and I watched her slowly slip away and she began to go in circles. Thank you for posting this. It reminded me to remember the good days I had camping and going on road trips with her, instead of focusing on the the way she left. Now all we can do is learn from their love, and carry their stories and joy with us along the way as we barrel forward through the unknown. Will we ever see them again? No one knows. But what we do know is that there was a time where we were surrounded by their unending love, and that it’s ok to be sad, but continue loving.
This is the best pet memorial ever. I cry ever time I see it because I had such a similar journey with my dog. This was so beautifully filmed and edited. A million kudos for making this!
