27.09.2026 Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani shared a touching post dedicated to his loyal friend Ugo, who passed away at the age of 13. While this is certainly a ripe old age for a dog, no one who understands the bond of canine friendship can ever truly prepare themselves for that moment. Their earthly lives are all too brief. Minister Tajani posted a photo of himself with his faithful companion—a friend who is no longer by his side but will always live on in his heart.
“Hello Ugo! You left us so suddenly after thirteen years of life together. I held you in my arms for the last time, hoping to help you as you had always done for us. Thank you for welcoming me with joyful excitement every time I came home, thank you for playing with little Matteo and Penelope. Thank you for being a great friend.”
Ciao Ugo! Te ne sei andato all’improvviso dopo tredici anni di vita insieme. Ti ho preso in braccio per l’ultima volta sperando di poterti aiutare come tu hai sempre fatto con noi. Grazie per avermi accolto festante ogni volta che tornavo a casa, grazie per aver giocato con i… pic.twitter.com/psxgAc9sli
— Antonio Tajani (@Antonio_Tajani) September 27, 2026