Overview

• Emma, Rütter’s more than 12-year-old mixed-breed dog, was diagnosed with end-stage lung cancer after sudden fatigue and rapid breathing.
• Faced with the risk of a painful suffocation from a ruptured tumor, he made the difficult decision to euthanize her.
• In a heartfelt video and photo post on Instagram, Rütter explained that he needed time to process the loss before speaking publicly.
• Fans responded with an outpouring of condolences and shared personal stories of pet loss in the comments.
• While still coming to terms with Emma’s death, Rütter said he hopes to open his home to another dog in the future.