I have some sad news. Yesterday afternoon Pretzel Zimmern, proud senior squad commander of #pugsofinstagram #pugstagram left our earthly world. He was surrounded by loved ones and he passed in our arms. Thank you to all the friends and fans who sent me pug stuff, painted his picture and always commented kindly whenever I posted a video of his nightly ritual. What can I say, he liked to lick my bald head. Pretzel had a very tough life with many physical complications but his selflessness was total and resolute. We should all be more like Pretzel. He protected our home, never left a family member’s side when they were sick, rode shotgun for every adventure and despite being blind was ALWAYS investigating his surroundings fearlessly. He was an amazing friend to all and beloved by his family. Even at the very end he inspired us and brought out compassion and empathy from our most unsuspected inner resources. He will be missed and loved forever #legend #20poundsofrompingstompingpigiron