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Betul man and pet dog die on same day
Times of India··15 Jul
Pradeep Jain, 67, died at AIIMS Bhopal on July 12 after eight days of illness in Betul, Madhya Pradesh. His 15-year-old Pomeranian Duggu collapsed and died during the funeral procession on Sunday after whining through the night. The family prepared separate biers for Jain and his pet. Jain was cremated at Ganj Mokshdham while Duggu was buried on the premises.
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What It Means For You
- Long-term pet bonds can mirror an owner's health and emotional state.
- Pet loss during family bereavement adds another layer of grief.
- The story highlights how pets are treated as family members in Indian households.
What's Happening
- Pradeep Jain died at AIIMS Bhopal on July 12 after eight days of treatment.
- His 15-year-old Pomeranian Duggu died during the funeral procession.
- Both were given separate final rites in Betul's Civil Lines area.
Human-Animal Bond
- Jain and Duggu shared a home in Betul for 15 years.
- Duggu reportedly stopped eating whenever Jain fell ill.
- The family plans a Hindu-style post-death ceremony for the pet.
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