When James Garcia found out that his best friend of 16 years had only a few weeks to live, he was completely devastated. Instead of feeling sad about the short amount of time his dog, Elmo, had left on earth, Garcia decided to help his dying doggy make the most of it.
The New York decided to create a bucket list for Elmo, who had been diagnosed with bladder disease and renal failure. Garcia has owned Elmo since he was a puppy and Garcia was a teenager. They've been through everything together and Garcia was shocked by the news he had to say goodbye to his friend.
"I decided not to sit and cry, but to make the moments together matter and decided to take him to every one of my favorite NYC spots," Garcia told Buzzfeed. Below are the touching photos of their last few adventures together.
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James Garcia was crushed to find out Elmo, his best friend of 16 years, would pass away soon. Instead of keeping Elmo home to rest, the duo set out to conquer a bucket list for the sweet dog.
Since Elmo can no longer walk, Garcia got a special carriage to escort his best buddy around NYC.
Every New Yorker has to hit up the Financial District's Charging Bull statue once in their lifetime.
Garcia had to take Elmo to the beach one last time. There's nothing more relaxing than this!
The pooch made it to Times Square, where he met another furry Elmo!
"He goes with me to restaurants, grocery shopping, and naps in the park," Garcia told Buzzfeed. Here he is on the world famous Brooklyn Bridge!
Elmo's NYC bucket list would not be complete without a subway ride. Garcia told PEOPLE that Elmo's personality makes him truly special. "He's sweet and cuddly, as well as stubborn."
No NYC trip is complete without a trip to Shake Shack. Even a sick dog deserves a delicious burger!
Garcia told Buzzfeed he never wanted his best friend to feel lonely in his apartment, as he loves the outdoors so much. In his short time on earth, Elmo made so many friends!
Garcia said that sharing these experiences with Elmo has helped him cope with his best friend's tragic fate. The duo is creating memories to last a lifetime!
Elmo didn't just leave his mark on NYC. Here is 'ELMO' in ancient Greek stones over the Mediterranean Sea.
Elmo and Garcia's Love Lock on the famous bridge in Paris, France. Now their hearts are truly locked together forever!
Rest peacefully, Elmo. Enjoy your final days on this beautiful earth and know you are loved. This is the route you were meant to take!
