Popular SF Therapy Dog Brixton Has Died, and His Thousands of Instagram Followers Are In Mourning

"Over the last decade and more, San Francisco has come to know and love the nearly 13-year-old golden retriever therapy dog Brixton, as evidenced by his more than 6,000 Instagram followers. Also known as the Doggi Lama, Brixton has served as an SFO Wag Brigade therapy dog, frequently turned up in SFist event photosets, and has even been the guest of honor at Giants Opening Day."

"It was well-known that Brixton had been battling lymphoma for at least the last six months. And living to nearly 13 years old is a pretty high-end life expectancy for a golden retriever. But Brixton's legions of fans could not fathom a world without his snuggling presence, and they raised nearly $35,000 to support his medical care in these final months."

Brixton was a nearly 13-year-old golden retriever therapy dog in San Francisco with over 6,000 Instagram followers and the nickname Doggi Lama. He served with the SFO Wag Brigade, appeared at Giants Opening Day, and attended many city events and photosets. Brixton spent his final moments at Crissy Field while eating Mishka dog cakes and received a loving farewell from his companion. He had battled lymphoma for at least six months, and supporters raised nearly $35,000 for his medical care. A final public meetup at Union Square allowed fans to say goodbye. He began therapy work at eight months old.

Read at sfist.com