Querida Sylvia: No puedo describir lo que siento al ver al majestuoso "REY DE LOS ALPES". En febrero de 2024 estuve en Suiza visitando a una hija mía que vive allá hace 12 años y a ella le expresé mi deseo de encontrarme contigo para poder saludarte y para conocer a Rasta... pensé que en mi próximo viaje te buscaría para conocer a mi amado Rasta... y aunque no pude conocerlo, ha quedado muy fijo en mi mente y en mi corazón. Rasta me inspiró mucho amor y ternura porque amo y disfruto la maravillosa naturaleza de la misma manera en que Rasta la amaba y la disfrutaba. Suiza es un país hermoso y hay que disfrutarlo. Gracias Sylvia por seguir deleitándonos con tus publicaciones y por mantener siempre vivo el recuerdo de nuestro amado "RASTA, REY DE LOS ALPES SUIZOS". Gracias, Gracias, Gracias. :thanksdoc:
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Dear Sylvia, thank you for keeping us followers informed. We all love Rasta. Losing him feels personal. I've been crying since learning about his passing. I can't imagine the depth of your pain and loss of Rasta. He was a light that shone bright and was an inspiration. He will be sorely missed. Even in your grief you shared updates. Your wisdom and bravery inspires us all to love deeply and appreciate those we love, the two and four legged, and enjoy the lives we have. I have 2 senior fur babies that I adore. I hold them closer now and cry just thinking about saying goodbye. They call that anticipatory grief. Your courage in the face of your own loss is incredible and I am so grateful. You're an amazing woman and an amazing mom. Rasta had a wonderful life and his spirit will live in your heart forever. I look forward to the farewell video this Sunday. Thank you for giving us this chance to say goodbye to Rasta. Many blessings to you and your family. RIP King Rastawhitesherpherd.🌹❤
1 month ago
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I am raining tears over the loss of your beautiful Rasta. What a bright light on earth. I will miss his hikes with you as he leads the way in all his joy. You gave Rasta a phenomenal life, Silvia. We will hold him in our hearts forever. We look forward to more beautiful hikes in spectacular Switzerland whenever you are ready. Rasta, you are so beautiful.
1 month ago
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Beautifully said, Sylvia. Thank you for sharing your Rasta with us.
1 month ago
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A very beautiful tribute to the remarkable Rasta . Tears of joy and sadness all rolled into one. And now his radiant spirit will live forever in the mountains, valleys and waters of his homeland. Long live Rasta! We will cherish your memory forever. Thank you Silvia for this beautiful experience.
1 month ago
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Dear Sylvia... I don't even know where to begin, if there is a beginning, to try to comfort you... When I saw the beautiful image of Rasta, I immediately started reading and crying, in disbelief... I can imagine your pain, as I lost a beautiful bird that I loved so much when I was still a teenager. I cried for months... This made some people around me unable to understand the intensity of what I was going through. The important thing is that my family shared the same feeling. We've always had a love for animals, and love is inexplicable! RASTA was the most beautiful gift! The purest and most noble I've ever had on this platform! ❤️🤍 It's a love I can't explain, it might seem exaggerated to some... What do you mean? She never saw him in person! She never hugged him. RASTA was just like that, INTENSE! He won over many people with his pure and sweet gaze ❤️ he spoke through the camera lens ❤️ his games with the snow always created beautiful scenes! One of the things I always found beautiful about you two (I've mentioned it a few times here) was that even when he was excited about the snow, the water, the logs, or the beautiful flowers. He would run, stop, and LOOK AT YOU, as if to say, "I got excited, Mommy! But I'm already here, like a good boy by your side!" I pray that God comforts you, that your pain lessens, and that the good memories and ALL THE LOVE YOU GAVE TO THE BEAUTIFUL RASTA be a gentle yet strong consolation. Receive my strong, loving, and respectful hug for your pain, dear Sylvia! Thank you for everything, Rasta ❤️ for every smile you made me give, beautiful snow boy! 🤍❤️ I love you, Rasta! I will always remember you! 🇧
1 month ago
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I will remember those moments everytime Rasta looking back to check on you as he walked ahead. I love those moments, felt like I was there, as part of the companion and he makes sure I was fine 🥲 Thank you Sylivia, for having Rasta as part of the video. It was a good time. Such a precious existance
1 month ago
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Dearest Sylvia, I fully understand that sense of loss, emptiness and longing. I have been through it several times and I know it's especially profound when you and Rasta have shared so much time and adventures together. Let's say it out loud - Rasta was your son. And a handsome son he was always full of energy and the appreciation of every moment he spent alive could be seen in his eyes. Rasta will live on forever in your heart as well as the hearts of many of his fans, Sylvia. Big hug for you.
1 month ago
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Rasta brought so much joy to all corners of the world through your lens, Sylvia. Thank you❤️
1 month ago
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Dear Sylvia, Thank you very much for your detailed wonderful post. My heart goes out to you while reading your words. I can only imagine how hard and empty it must feel right now. I can barely stop crying since I found out about Rasta's unexpected passing. The view of Lake Brienz is beautiful, but I know it can never fill the space left in your heart. Please know that you are in my prayers, and I am sending you love, strength, and comfort from afar. Even though we’ve never met, your videos, photos, and the love you shared with your white shepherd have touched my life so deeply. I am also a dog lover. I had a German Shepherd at a very young age. And I am also a very emotional person, like you. You and your beloved companion Rasta brought joy, peace, and beauty into my days, and I will always carry that with me. You are not alone—so many of us are keeping you close in our hearts, Our community for Rasta and your sorrow is big! Sending you strength and love. ❤️ ❤️🐾
1 month ago
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The passing away of Rasta has come as a shock. It was a great joy to see Rasta accompanying you . I can understand your pain. The house seems soulless when a dear furry friend is lost because they become a part of your life.
1 month ago
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💔 My heart is hurting - Rasta entered the living rooms of so many of us who follow you. Praying that you emerge from this dark valley with a warm heart and another cold nose waiting for you. ❤️❤️❤
1 month ago
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First of all, I offer my sincere condolences to you, Sylvia. I used to say that I always had a plan on Sundays, which was to accompany you on your walks with Rasta. Without realizing it, it became a very pleasant habit. Rasta was very happy, funny, and had a lot of fun and brought us much joy. That's how life is, we have to make the most of the presence of these friends of ours. My memories will remain with these images of the playful Rasta accompanying his mother Sylvia on her mountain walks. It's hard to imagine your pain, be strong. You gave Rasta a very happy life. Everyone We who follow you are grateful for everything you have provided us with your joyful walks. Rasta is unforgettable 🐕🦺
1 month ago
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Thank you for the heartfelt update. You are experiencing what is to be expected when your best friend is not at home with you. I can say a new family member will not be a replacement but enhance your memories of Rasta while they become your new best friend with new memories and joy. Rasta will stay in your heart. Your heart will grow to hold another dog dear to you.
1 month ago
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Das ist wunderschön was du geschrieben hast Sylvia. Wir denken an dich und Rasta ist immer in unserem Herzen und memories.
1 month ago
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The only painful thing about having a dog is when it’s time to say goodbye to him I can feel your pain Stay strong and see you around
1 month ago
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Ich habe immer noch seinen Pfotenabdruck, den ihr für mich gemacht habt. (Ich habe seinen Geburtstag erraten.) Ich werde ihn immer lieben, denn er hat mich zu euch gebracht und mir die Augen für die Schweiz geöffnet.
1 month ago
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So sorry to hear about Rasta. Such a beautiful soul. You have given the best life to Rasta, Sylvia. We love you both. Take care.
1 month ago
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Chorando aqui quando um dog do nosso convívio descansa porque a vida é um ciclo é um pedaço de nós que vai embora Deus te abençoe e fortaleça.😭😭🐕🦺🐾
1 month ago
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Sorry for your loss, I know, I had to put one of pups of 14 years down . Your pup was absolutely a beautiful dog my heart rest in peace at Rainbow Bridge❤
1 month ago
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Our apartment has been empty for a few days now. It is still beautiful and we have a wonderful view of Lake Brienz—which helps a little.
But the apartment feels soulless. I can imagine that there are people who don't understand the fuss surrounding Rasta's passing, and that's okay.
The unconditional love of a dog cannot be explained. For me, it goes deeper than the love for any human being. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that they simply love us humans just the way we are. No matter if we look bad, are a few pounds overweight, or are just in a bad mood—they are there, look you in the eyes, and say: hey, I love you, my human.
This makes it so damn hard to let them go. Even though you know that day will come and that it's a law of nature. We are never ready for it.
The only consolation in our case is that we gave Rasta the best dog life a dog could wish for. We made sure that his quality of life was good despite his nasty disease (degenerative myelopathy) and that he was still beaming until the very last day.
We are still crying a lot and I would like to thank the thousands of news stations. We simply can't keep up with responding to them all. But we feel you all and we are so proud that Rasta meant so much to so many people.
What happens next? We are trying to find a new daily routine. We wash carpets, tidy up here and there, and even if it sounds strange, somehow it also helps to accept that he is no longer here.
Every night, we leave a light on the balcony in case he wants to stop by and can't find the house in the dark.
Yesterday, a beautiful rainbow appeared over Brienz—perhaps a little sign from him—who knows.
I know that Rasta would have wanted us to start enjoying the moment again. Unfortunately, we are not as advanced in this discipline as he was, but we are trying.
By popular demand, Rasta's pages will remain open. That way, you can always come back for a dose of Rasta when you need it. He's only gone physically. His spirit lives on all over the world.
I'll also be posting regularly again and leaving you a few words and pictures.
One thing is clear—life is very empty without a dog, and at some point, a new fur ball will enter our lives, and we will give him a wonderful dog's life too. He has a big legacy to live up to, but I'm sure he'll do it in his own way.
Until then, however, we must be patient, and of course we will never, ever forget Rasta. He was too present, too engaging, too radiant, and simply too unique for that.
Let's stick together. In recent years, we have brought far more than just beautiful pictures to the world.
We have spread values, insights, attitudes, and good vibes, serving as a kind of positive injection for the daily madness out there.
I will continue to do this—first on my own, and eventually with the help of another fluffy friend on four paws.
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