Denali - a tribute to man's best friend [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

A film about the bond between Denali the dog and adventure photographer Ben Moon.
bit.ly/denalibook Ben's memoir 'Denali: A Man, a Dog, and the Friendship of a Lifetime' is now available in paperback, audiobook and ebook on Penguin Books.
A film by Ben Knight, Skip Armstrong and Ben Moon.
The end quote of the film is an excerpt from an incredible story by writer David Dudley that we highly suggest reading: 'What Our Dogs Teach us about Aging.' aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2014/aging-in-dogs.html
The film is also available on Vimeo here: vimeo.com/1223...
Made possible by Patagonia
with generous support from First Descents, Ruffwear and Snow Peak
In order of appearance: Ben Moon & Denali
Producer: Ben Moon // Moonhouse (benmoon.com)
Directed / edited / written: Ben Knight // Felt Soul Media
DP: Skip Armstrong // Wazee Motion Pictures
Second Camera: Page Stephenson
Co-Writer: Katie Klingsporn
Wet Camera: Justin Harris
Sound Recordist: Jim Hurst
Music Supervisor: Ben Knight and Ian Anderson
Sound Mix: Justin Harris
Narrated by: Ben Knight
Music by: Chihei Hatakeyama, Images of a Broken Light - www.chihei.org
Music by: Odesza, It's Only [feat. Zyra]
In Return www.odesza.com
courtesy of Counter Records 2014
Still Photographs by: Ben Moon, Lisa Hensel, Carli Davidson, Miranda Moon, Vivian Moon, Jean Redle Dawn Kish, Lisa Skaff, Pete Rudge, Kristen & Ian Yurdin, and John Sterling

[@dohcsmr1175]

My wife battled cancer for 5 years before it took her life. Our Lab Was with my wife for those 5 years of chemo. I recently had to put him down. It was almost as difficult as losing my wife. There was not a better dog for my wife. He brought peace and comfort to her during her most painful time. I hope he is with her now. All my love to my wife. And to Beau. I will see you two soon.

[@haulingfuel4759]

🙏🏼

[@Facemints240]

Hope you're doing well, brother

[@maryd.1216]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🐕🐕🐕😢😢😢💔💔💔

[@Old_Sailor85]

Peace in the mean time. We will all be there eventually.

[@skynowak41]

i cry every single time i watch this video

[@elenasiu9937]

I'm the same.

[@francesd2913]

Ditto

[@sodbuster925]

double ditto Diane

[@smithjarrod3935]

me too

[@tuxnor]

Me2

[@southwestxnorthwest]

This was me, in April of 2013. A cold water surfer in Washington who took my yellow lab Max with me everywhere in my Tacoma. He died from kidney disease and 3 years later I still lose it from time to time. I could have a bad day at work and he would always be excited to see me. a fight with my gf? He'd always bury his head in my lap to let me know it would be ok. Goddamn I miss him.

[@thewrathtocome4971]

I feel you. Been there. Still there. Looking forward to the day we meet again.

[@piglet23454]

Tim Nelson I know how u feel. My dog was the same, but we grew up together so his death was like losing a brother. He died in my arms and my other dog was howling cuz she knew he was dying. One day after school I took a nap on the floor and he snuggled up next me and had his head on my head. I had two guinea pigs and he thought they were his children. His name was "sweet puppy" he's always been there for me and I still walk in my house expecting him to be at the door greeting me

[@chrissyhale7167]

Tim Nelson I totally feel you.. I lost both my beloved rescue Pits almost 2 years ago and my heart is still broken and cries. My Xena had bone cancer and a week later my Gotti passed away in his sleep laying next to me. He missed Xena so much,, I think. his heart was broken. The. Truly they were my best friends and my babies. I sure do hope and pray we can be together together together some day

[@rjvsatx210]

Tim Nelson thank you for allowing Denali to show his story. Me and my 12 year old dog Rocky both have fight in us still and mainly because we never left each others side. I can only prepare myself for the day he goes. It would also be the greatest life story lived myself.

[@southwestxnorthwest]

No amount of preparing will ever be enough. No girl can ever break your heart more than your dog when he goes.

[@bchappy2]

I made the mistake of watching this at work on my lunch break. When I got to the part “When someone you love walks through the door, even if it happens five times a day, you should go totally insane with joy.” I just broke down into tears. Not a cool thing for your co-workers to see, especially if you are a fifty-something year old man. But that quote fit our dog Penny to a tee. We lost her last April, and I'm still not over it. No matter how bad my day was, I knew I had Penny's welcome to look forward to when I got home. And that always made everything better. Now I have a new pup, Zenobia. And she is the same way. It's like I got our Penny back and am getting a do-over. First thing I do is hug my dog when I get home. Everyone else can wait their turn.

[@whoresalad]

If your coworkers have ever loved an animal, they totally get it.

[@markyounger1240]

You are not alone!

[@Goatsandducks]

I know the feeling I'm 50 and cry over animals love. We are human with huge heart brother. Peace be with you and Zenobia.🙏👍

[@soul-music-word]

How beautiful 💖 Yes, dogs first, then the rest 🤗🌟💞

[@Sensobtw]

"There was this really smart scientist guy who said that people can learn a lot from dogs. He said that when someone you love walks through the door, even if it happens five times a day, you should go totally insane with joy." Best line of the whole video in my opinion

[@octmunguia]

If there are no dogs in heaven then, when I die, I want to go where they went. --Will Rogers

[@Zack-bl2gg]

I don’t feel like going over the theology of dogs right now.... Plus that’s a cool quote so I’ll let it slide 😉

[@Jaydon05]

Old vid but beautiful comment!

[@hiccupsbunny]

Its not heaven if there are no dogs in there :)

[@keij9445]

I sympathize with this. One of the flaws of monotheistic religions is that they don't think animals go to heaven -- only humans have souls and go there.

[@Tileabylan]

I'm a veterinarian and surprisingly for 20 years never owned a dog. When I had to euthanize someones pet it was a sad time but I was always surprised at the depth of sadness their owners felt. That was until I got a dog of my own! He is my world, luckily for me he is still a young 'un so hopefully will have him for many more years, but just watching the first few minutes of this film had me bawling! I can't imagine life without him. My eyes have truly been opened. This was a great, great tribute to mans best friend. RIP Denali.

[@destinyber1]

Just put my dog down. She was almost 5 years old. She had cancer and fought it many times for me and survived. My little Phoenix...but this time she had a brain tumor and had seizures. The night before I took her, I took care of her and we cuddled all night. It was so hard, but point is to enjoy every moment because they might have less time than you think.

[@jenniferb.9404]

Tileabylan - It will make you a better veterinarian to know the love of your own dog! More empathetic and understanding. I hope your young 'n dog is doing great!

[@rossispearsshinoda]

❤❤❤❤

[@simmersonwheels7724]

Five years after I first saw this- it’s still my favourite short film. Beautiful on so many levels. Thanks for making it.

[@david_potvin15]

It’s been 6 years for me and I still come back to watch it. It’s also my favorite short film, and has inspired me to get behind a camera myself. Everything about this story is perfect. Videography, music, everything.

[@ryanbuckley20]

I like dogs more than people

[@nickc8460]

agreed

[@Nesskid4side]

+Ryan Buckley I like SOME dogs more than SOME people. Can't blanket statement something like that.

[@natishelby6766]

thats so true

[@FXFXFXFX]

Nesskid4side watch out guys fun police is here

[@jennifergarcia1317]

This was/is the most beautiful “in memory of”...that I have ever seen. You are a beautiful man, loving his best friend. He will be waiting for you one day and you will once again feel complete.

[@JubbaheyChannel]

When i was 10, at school I had a strange feeling that my dog had just died, a wave of emotion that was not much really, just different. Never thought about it rest of the day. Mum picked me up in the car and she said "Sorry son, got some bad news to tell you"...I blurted out that I knew, Husky had died and I started crying and didnt stop till I got home. Tis funy how you develop a relationship with a dog that can't (literally) talk to you, yet you know everything he says and him too. 50 years on and I still get a lump in my throat thinking about him. Films like this just choke me up something rotten and I love it, makes me feel alive again inside.

[@athena_the_hun1097]

Jesus Almoriandolococo thank you for sharing this story.

[@77katydid]

“It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are.”..... thank you and blessings

[@ritasingh5210]

I love dogs. I dont like calling them dogs because they are my love and my will to live.

[@AbhishekAnandkullu]

Who said that?

[@brookebowers3529]

THANK YOU BEN MOON FOR SHARIG THE LOVE I YOUR LIFE -THIS VIDEO GOT ME TO START USING SOCIAL MEDIA FOR GOOD IN 2015 ....

[@danmendozar]

Who wrote that? it's amazing! ❤️

[@AJCC85]

Oh this comment got me so emotional 😭.

[@Conn30Mtenor]

I love that the nurses let him keep his dog in his room with him. That, friends, is patient-centered care.

[@Tunglofwow]

This video is such a wonderful tribute. My dog was there with me through my own colon cancer chemo treatments. At the beginning of July he started to not act right. He failed so quickly, after 4 days in ICU at the vets, I took him home. I was hoping he'd start eating, but I knew it was the end, and I really didn't want his last night to be in a cold kennel at the vet's. I slept with him all night, feeling the tremors, the ragged breaths, Hugging my best friend, my guide close. In the morning my friend drove us to the vets office one last time. He was gone within seconds of the vet starting the injection. Even though we didn't travel like you guys did. being a guide dog, he went every where with me. I feel lost. I feel alone.

[@LizzieSnnow]

I lost my best friend, my heart, my soul. I lost everything two years ago when she left. We spent ten years together, and Abril touched everybody's life. Whenever people wanted to feel loved or to feel understood, they came to her to hug her or just talk to her. She just sat there, listening in complete silence, looking at them. When I had no one, she was there. She was always there. And I know she will always be. So when we knew she had terminal cancer, she let us know when it was time, when she needed to rest from so many years of just giving. Giving everything she had to everyone. You can't even imagine how special she was to the whole world. She is my angel, and will always be my guardian. The friendship and love will remain alive. I'm making sure to be happy, to love limitless, to go insane with joy whenever I get the chance. That's my way to honor her memory. She just wanted to make me happy, and I'm trying so hard to make her proud of me. That's my goal in life: spread her. She was love. So that's what I do: I spread her everywhere. She lives in me and I won't let her die as another memory in life. Because she IS my life. Wherever you are, buddy, my love. I love you. Thank you for making this awesome video. I could relate to it so much. You are so strong, and the friendship you share is so pure that it brought tears of pure joy to my eyes. Thank you so so much for sharing your story.

[@LivesinReno]

+LSnnow Bless you and your wonderful, precious dog. May she RIP always.

[@LizzieSnnow]

Lisa McR thank you so much for your words. It really means so much to me.

[@mundaneeve]

+LSnnow This was so eloquently written, it brought more tears to my eyes. My best friend of 10 years is getting older and sicker. I cherish every day I have with her. This video and your words have given me so much hope. Thank you. I am Incredibly sorry for your loss, I can only imagine the heartache you must feel. Our friends live for such a short time but the amount of love they give impacts us for a lifetime.

[@LizzieSnnow]

+Eve No Adam Your comment it's just beautiful. I was having a shitty day and then I read this and it just made me smile. Enjoy your best friend, enjoy your dog and when she's gone (I don't really know what humans did good to deserve these angels, so they spend a little while here, and then they are gone to wait for us, as the did every day), I'm not gonna lie, you're going to cry, you're going to be so sad and so upset that nothing we can say will cheer you up.. But suddenly you will remember her, your best friend, and you're gonna say: "nope, enough crying, she was sad when I was sad, and she just wanted to make me happy": So you're going to honor her, and keep you're amazing smile. Because she will live in you forever. Thank you so so so much for your condolences, and for your beautiful words. Give a huge hug to your friend from me, okay? Love her every single day. Peace!

[@mundaneeve]

LSnnow I'm so glad I was able to put a smile on your face, as you have just done the same for me :) You are right tho, it will be hard and I know I will be overwhelmed with emotion when she is gone, but by acknowledging that she would want me to be happy will be enough to keep me going. Abbie graciously accepts your hug, and she reciprocates with a thousand and one kisses! All the happiness to you and your future, and I hope you can find love again in another angel on four legs. "Dogs are not our whole life, but they make us whole"

[@karinaedingburg2359]

literally sitting here crying at work in front of everyone. the fact that it ended with odesza just took my soul..

[@TheFunkeeDeeva]

I watched this in 2015. I thought I wont be crying in 2020.....

[@DrFuzzyFace]

Too beautiful for words, Ben. Thank you. My wife and I have a saying: "Dogs are people, too, only kinder."

[@hannathompson7998]

dogs are the best people

[@LilyPeregrine]

Our sweet dog died yesterday. He was only five. We did everything we could but I could not shake off the guilt. Love you to the moon and back, dearest Helios. ❤

[@inVINSONable1]

I have a friend like this too. His name is Zip and it scares the life out of me thinking about these days and when they come. My dog is truly my soul.

[@mundaneeve]

+Vinson Smith Took the words right out of my mouth. I have never had a closer bond with a dog in my life, and I honestly believe my dog, Abbie, was put on this earth to be by my side. She is and always will be a part of my soul.

[@Nicholas_Logan]

I feel exactly the same. My best friend Obi-Wan is my soul incarnate. I've never had an unbreakable bond with anyone even remotely like I do with him. I've had dogs my whole life, but he is TRULY something much different in an aweinspiring way!! He is the most iintelligent little big man I've ever known. I cannot imagine my life without him...and don't ever want to. He is my heart, my breath, my life, my soul. He is my sanity in a funny furry package. He is Obi.

[@thepopeofwhitetrash2320]

OMG this tore my heart right out of my body.

[@rhythmpants]

+Clem It will get back in better than before tho

[@thepopeofwhitetrash2320]

I know ,I am about to adopt a shelter dog .

[@krisschirmer-designerartis1933]

AND WHERE IS SHE/HE??? HOW OLD? NAME? PHOTO!!! ;) KRIS

[@krisschirmer-designerartis1933]

I ADOPTED A SHELTER DOG, TOO. PHELIX KNOPPH ;) IS HIS NAME ....

[@brookebowers3529]

dogs name was Denali-where chris mccandlrs died in alaska-bens o7her work and films are on vimeo and 7umblr ....7his film ending up sweeping 7he fes7ival circui7 and has won so many accolades...as i7 deserves i am ill i have a ralphie i am him bu7 a girl...and i was no7 cured...i have seen 7his hundreds of 7imes now my hospi7al jus7 go7 broadband..

[@KeithSweat89]

To this day, I get excited every time I walk in the front of my home and see my wife, kids and pets- because of this film. Beautiful work. Thank you!

[@PtolemyXVII]

I just lost my animal spirit soulmate and have been crying so hard but watching this video made me feel at peace ❤️

[@paulanull6521]

Bless you good people for keeping Denali's memory alive. My dog is sitting next to me trying to figure out why I am sobbing. When I can talk I will hug him and explain. He understands more than people think he does. RIP Denali. Warm hug Ben.

[@jacekwaasiewicz716]

i don't even own a dog but for real this is touching

[@colleencelaya5395]

I lost my best friend of 10 years only 2 weeks ago and it is the most unimaginable pain I've ever gone through. Wonderful video. RIP Denali I hope Riley has gotten to meet you up in dog heaven.

[@Blanca12369]

I watch this every few months. I know it's true: "Every time your friend comes through the door, rejoice madly." Life and love are all that matter. Thank you Ben. Thank you Denali.

[@pamelamadigan6362]

I've watched this beautiful video 9 times in 3 days. I haven't enjoyed a film this much in so long. I was afraid to watch it, knowing it would be a tear jerker. I literally couldn't catch my breath due to crying so hard! So many beautiful moments and words. The beautiful places, Denali narrating, his dog humor, his love for Ben, his gratitude, his loyalty, his reminiscing, his devotion, his knowing he was loved so much! It's pure love. I've gone through the grieving of losing a special pet. And it's honestly the hardest thing I've ever been through. With this film, I'm not struck so much from the loss, I'm struck by the incredible love Denali and Ben shared and how it was made so I could witness it. It's a beautiful story of a beautiful bond that I know doesn't happen everyday, sometimes not ever! Fly high Denali. And yes, you are very handsome. Both you and Ben have a permanent home in my heart.

[@belletollz]

i loved the quote about if you love someone and they walk the through the door 5 times a day you should go insane with joy every time. why in the world don't we do that? dogs are truly the best creatures on earth i think--the way that love is so important to them, their human/pack. i am a cat person now, but still recogize the wonder of dogs. touching tribute--just right, not sappy, but heart touching. how does someone do a thumbs down on this?

[@user-jp9nj5ee7e]

Had to bury our family's 10 yr dog today. My father in law was putting up a tough front but I knew it was hard on him. Told him to watch this video, even though it gets me everytime, because it does help me know that dogs do love us and appreciate our love we give them. Truly man's best friend

[@thespianlass]

Dear Ben... I am in New Zealand and have just finished reading Denali, on the first day of 2021 with my senior canine snoring with complete lack of grace on the floor beside my bed. The sound of her snoring is what I will miss most, especially how it makes me sleep knowing how filled with love I am because of her. I survived a motorbike crash 10 years ago with a broken neck, back and reconstructed leg in thanks to my two dogs, Kujo my white German Shepherd who passed 2 years ago to bone cancer, and Beanie, my Beardie Collie Cross who is approaching 14 years old and is recovering from surgery for mast cell tumors. You have inspired me to finally write that book as a tribute to my two friends, who have helped me do life on my own for a total span of 14 years. And as I look to my old girl now, I know she is close to letting me know she is tired now, but she has also hung in there to make sure I am strong enough to continue without her. It took me 10 years to rebuild my life, but I finally have and she stayed with me until I was safe again. Thank you for your story, for sharing Denali with the world, and for helping me to understand I am now ready to share my story, the one that I am about to start writing again when Beanie gives me that last lick on my face after we sit at the beach watching the sun rise, she'll share a vodka with me there just as kujo did too at sunset. Forever grateful, Katie-Jane Bowen, New Zealand

[@Crsiiuu7]

How can some one dislike this video?

[@henryaguilar806]

They don't have feelings or they don't have a heart..

[@OutdoneMusic]

They are clearly blind and missed the like button.

[@anamarijamodric3369]

I really don't know how😢❤

[@gutterdocmd]

They have to be complete sociopaths?

[@SquiggyWigginz]

jeferson vera They hit over to far too the right. It's normal for some mouse clicks to be off in such a short proximity depending on screen muscle and brain interaction as well as mouse and computer resolutions and displays. I hope this helps solve your "mystery".

[@cccarignan3864]

IM back here today because I lost my sweet girl and I thought of this for comfort truth and support it still hits me like when it did when I first saw it years ago now, and to help me with my loss today I thank you very much

[@shayarnold3953]

One of the most inspirational videos I have seen on the bond between humans and canines. My face gets soaked with tears, every time I watch it. Thank you for creating this video.

[@ReeseAllenPhotography]

Thank you Ben. What a beautiful tribute and gives me some strength to go through the next few years with my 18 yr old pup Nico as she is starting to wind down.

[@Lobo9489]

Reese Allen cherish and make the best of those years. Remind Nico how much of a good boy he is each and every single day. I did the same with my beloved boy Terry :)

[@TheThinkersBible]

Very touching tribute to a beloved pet. Very creative to narrate the story from the dog's perspective. It's beautiful the way the dog responds to Ben, and how Ben shows love and affection for Denali until the very end. Not only a touching tribute, but also a valuable lesson in how to do a truly touching documentary in a very creative way.

[@connorquimby9099]

best thing on the internet right here

[@ericjohn8466]

Ive seen this video many o' times and everytime wouldnt ya know it....im cutting onions. The irony. Us pet parents is all they know and we can never appreciate enough (or should at least) the amount of insane joy they express when seeing us after any length of time be it ten mins or ten hours. Ben Moon thank you again kindly of reminding everyone what a gift the love of a dog is truly. And the love they show in their relatively short lives outnumbers the amount of love of a thousand loving people.

[@robbrian8441]

Not going to lie. I cried..a lot. I buried my best friend July 8th of this year. She was such a great dog. I hurt more over losing my dogs than relatives. I love you Abbey, I will see you again one day.

[@powerface71]

+Rob Brian Very sorry man.

[@patriciamangless4512]

Just viewed this today, six months later for the first time. Hopefully Ben has healed both physically and emotionally. Beautiful story of love.

[@RedSoxFanLovesTaylor]

The most beautiful, heartfelt story of love and devotion I've ever seen! Absolutely beautiful.

[@johnswitzer2199]

Ben, I just lost my dog and I am hurting sooooo much inside. It aches, his stuff is still here and I am working through it. I love him so much. I dont even want to open my car window doors because his hairs will fly out. Someone close to me just lost their dog as well a week ago prior to mine. I am going to send this to him because it helped me let some of it out. There is an emptiness in me right now that I cannot explain to someone else. But, I felt a lot of it in this video. Thank you

[@karenpichette7090]

😢😢😢 sorry for you loss :(

[@donhendricks3190]

Paw prints on the heart are forever.

[@HighOnAmmo]

The hairs flying out thing hit me so damn hard. One day we all face this reality. For the most part. It's such a heart wrenching feeling to lose someone you love. Just know that others out there feel the same about their loved ones and even if you feel alone in your feelings you are sharing the same emotions as hundreds or thousands of others at the same time. You're not alone on this. Go get yourself a hug and smile. Your dog got to live a life with you. That's special.

[@andreamorisano]

So beautiful thank you so much for sharing

[@smiseel2001]

I held my Georgie for two days until he passed away in my arms. This film is done for all of us who have loved and been loved by these beautiful animals - Thank you for making it.

[@maceyhayden2004]

This is beautiful and amazing. Rest in peace Denali💖

[@paulettekay4313]

I've watched 100's of youtube videos. This was the best one ever.

[@simone77650]

I've cried a lot when I read about the history. Have researched and was even touched. Now I see it and my feelings slay me. You are a good person. Thanks for such a love for an animal ...

[@chainamarie03]

One of the best vids on YT... I've had an amazingly strong bond with a cat...since at present I've no room for dog but am looking to the days I able to care for one. I lov cats just as much and believe me with the right cat u can have an amazing bond.

[@PSS859]

I've watched this a few times and every time I ball like a baby, I love my dogs so much. They've saved me many times over emotionally thru a divorce, addiction and many other "bumps" in the road. Their unwavering loyalty and love cannot be duplicated. Thank you Dakota, Pepper and Princess may you live forever

[@shannon_w.]

What an absolutely beautiful tribute to your best friend. RIP Denali ❤

[@thomlarson2980]

What a wonderful tribute. He was as lucky to have you as you were to have him.

[@elsmae5439]

i used to watch this video and dread the day my dog would pass. My dog passed away yesterday after 16 years and it’s honestly the worst pain I never imagined to go through so suddenly. rest in peace my boy, can’t wait to see you again one day x

[@MoviesSam]

I saw this video a year ago and thought it was sooooo well done. It certainly was a tear jerker then. It made me reflect on my dog, who was 11 at the time, and my soul mate. Well, last week it finally happened and I, too, had to make that decision to let him go with God. Today I returned to watch this video for inspiration about making a tribute video to my dog. Its very hard to deal with this loss, but a very wise man told me last week - "They deserve the piece of you they take with them". So true.

[@AuSet_ENeRgy86]

It's difficult to make me Cry over a video, but all of a sudden it started raining in my room, and just on my face.. that's my story and I'm sticking to it...RiP Sweet Boy..

[@ForeverYoungTattooCo]

I'm so sorry. crying uncontrollably. I don't know what I will do when it's my Clydes turn to go home. He's my best friend. literally. Thanks for the video. The most beautiful thing I've seen.

[@marysample275]

made me cry! Dog's are the greatest companion for humans there is. They give you unconditional love and all they ask is food, water and shelter. We humans definitely get the best part of the deal.

[@sayenshin]

Man, there're so many truths in this video about a dog's love. Especially the part when we should be happy if he crosses our doorstep five times a day. Damn, I just wish I could hug him one last time, feel his fur and his tenderness. The video cuts like a knife in my heart.

[@moonstruck1022]

It is apparent that Denali had a wonderful life. He was a very beautiful dog, just like he said😉. As an animal lover, thank you Ben, for giving him an amazing life.

[@channelzero5269]

One of my favourite pieces of film I've ever seen

[@breaksbassbleeps]

This has to be my favorite video on KZbin. I always hold my mini Schnauzer close when I watch it.

[@dianebrewster4968]

I can't stop watching this video. I come back at least twice a month-it's now a ritual. I love my fur babies, the ones now and the ones who have gone on. Thanks Ben Moon for sharing your sweet fur baby story.

[@dubstepfrenzy]

This video is so powerful I've watched it several times and I swear it gets better every time. My dog is only 8 months old and the bond that I already feel with him and the love we have for each other is unparalleled. There's a special kind of love I have that's only reserved for him, and I know when he's gone, he'll take a piece of me with him. RIP Denali, you beautiful creature...

[@maureenroy4739]

Animals are amazing and have really loving hearts. It's a privilege to have a pet.

[@delilahhart]

I'm not easily moved by personal stories but this was beautifully done and quickly brought me to tears. I hope you are still doing well Ben.

[@mastropoll1]

Beautiful, moving, emotional. I just put my 15 yr old dog down. It was heart wrenching. I'm sorry for your loss.

[@kandisofia]

I am the mom to 4 rescue dogs. I am crying now.

[@carlinmaree11]

My hippie teacher showed us this video in class one day and I couldn't stop watching Denali ever since.. Very touching

[@jasonkeating6641]

I come back to this short film because it will always remind me of when my dad lost his best furry friend. I was not there for the early years of my dad's special friend but i came to know and love him just the same. I remember coming home one night from a long shift at work to my dad was laying beside him on the floor, at that point our dog was already on the decline. I said "dad what are you doing?" to which he replied, "sleeping one last night with my best friend." I will never forget that moment of a bond that is so powerful between a person and a dog. Thank you so much for making this short for every person that knows the true love of a dog

[@MrGenexxa]

Thanks for this. Buster is dying as I type. He's been around whilst the kids were growing up. A family member in every sense. We've walked thousands of miles together, but our journey together will soon end. The memories though, well they are forever. Incredible sadness, unsurpassable joy

[@hypershadow87]

I miss my dog. I lost her 2 years ago around Christmas. Dogs are the sweetest things and although they cannot think and mentally function the same way we do, somehow it seems they understand love and loyalty in ways and to degrees that we as humans never will...and that to me is incredible. They truly are our best friends.

[@justbmg]

The best short film I have come across in my entire life.Just beautiful.

[@tylerdavies7195]

This is utterly beautiful!! The love and bond you both shared is simply admirable 💙 I'm so sorry for your loss Bro 💔 Rest in peace Denali xxxxx

[@paranoidandroid1997]

I couldn't keep it together, It's a beautiful tribute, recently my dog died may 23 at 13 years old (cancer complications) and i also told her something similar "whenever you're ready you can go" this particularly part of the video had me weaping like a baby. So Ben keep doing this amazing work.

[@acpllc3]

This film is quite remarkable. It shows what unconditional love is all about, whether it be between man and dog, or person and person.

[@sgaek]

Amazing video Mr. Moon. Thank you so much to remeber us that we are humans. We have to give all our love to these amazing animals. I have to dogs. I always had. Year by year I feel more gratefull because I this relationship. Thank you.

[@th3frogman]

I watched this film when it first came out about 2 1/2 years ago. I watched it many times because, even though the sadness is rough, the goodness and pure love in the story is amazing. You can't have the love and great feelings without the hurt and feeling of loss. I cried or got tearful every time I watched it. I haven't watched it in maybe two years, and as I type this post, my eyes are swelling. RIP Denali, Peppy, Buffy and July.

[@rogerscott9332]

Only my opinion, nothing I can prove and not even sure I would want to. I believe God loans them to us for a short time to teach us more about love. RIP Denali and peace to you and yours Ben.

[@fuzzy2u2]

Roger Scott .... I like your take on that. let me 2nd that... RIP Denali and peace to you and yours Ben. Peace to all...

[@christracy99]

+Roger Scott This post just made me cry. Just lost my best friend The Littlest Moose after 16 wonderful years

[@tuttasalonen9090]

+DefMooseStudios This is wonderful video of a everlasting friendship! My beloved angel Iris passed away in my lap 04/2014, most hardest day in my life ever. Have a new companion from Crete again.

[@snowboardernotb5233]

Roger Scott I lost my gizmo at 4 years old.. I had just gotten away from my abusive dad... and moved in with my mom.. gizmo (shiz zu ) got me through everything... I loved him. he loved me. he always had to sit on my lap driving or he'd (try to) growl at me, then cry hahaha.. he would talk to me and kiss me and follow me everywhere.. I miss him.. he helped me know it's okay to love.. it's okay to open up.. I don't need to shut everyone out, and he helped me through it

[@krystineib2460]

Cried. This is so sweet. He was such a handsome boy.

[@ribitt06]

A week ago I lost my "Denali" except she preferred May. She was old, I knew it was coming but that doesn't change the hurt. Run free my girl.

[@CalmTurtle2023]

I’ve saved this in my favourites… and when I need a boost of love and a reminder of what we truly live for.

[@ToadPilzkopf]

I would die to give Ben My heart that he can life :'(

[@gavins9021]

Wow- very moving, I think you captured the real essence of a dog. If you are a real dog person, the bond between owner and his/her dog is a very special thing and yours was that much greater as you did so much together. Very well done!

[@Pjsev]

My best friend is almost 15 years old. He is still able to get up and follow me around the yard, and can still jump on my bed, only to jump right back off to sleep by the door. Since he's deaf now, I think he does that so I can't leave without him knowing. He has been my best friend and it is so incredibly hard to see him having his bad days, but when he is feeling good it brings much joy. Now his eyes are going bad too, so life is getting harder for him. I know I will have to say good bye to him soon, but everyday he is still with me, I am blessed. I have his daughter who is 13, and we have a cat that is 16...all of our pets are aging.......Maybe I will make a video like this someday.

[@GTOtaguro]

Beautiful movie... Denali will never be forgotten

[@ReinhardvonHolst]

I shed a tear over that. Beautiful.

[@kimmogallegos9218]

"A tear" i shed like a thousand tears

[@tuttasalonen9090]

+ReinhardvonHolst Me too!

[@virginiasmith7929]

me too

[@cvaughnt]

Wow. Im sobbing. What a great way to tell a story and what a story to tell.

[@solejaena]

I can't stop crying... My heart aches... :'(

[@jesusaguilar2586]

qertyu

[@carolefreeman4443]

I just had to put my best friend Polka Dot, my 20 year old cat down. This is so touching and brought back my Pokie memories. The love our pets have is not measured in years or time, but just plain love!

[@TTatitalks]

You only get that special dog once in a lifetime this video embodies that.

[@tommiers2738]

One last ride 😘

[@hanig11]

Amazing story .Dogs are beautiful loving creatures .Truly unconditional love .

[@pinkangel-36]

there's nothing like the bond and love from ur dog.

[@shannabanana279]

this made me cry like a baby..i have two dogs and lord knows i would lose it if something happened to them. animals love unconditionally. my dogs will be happy to see me even if i was only gone for 2 secs. you cant beat tht. rip Denali

[@denisegarcia1590]

I saw this video years ago, and loved it. I’d google it and come watch it whenever I needed a good cry. May 27 of this year, my Pitbull Samson was given 6 months to live by his oncologist (mast cell tumor cancer). Now, this video is even more special to me. Thank you Ben for making such an amazing video that truly demonstrates the love between man and his best friend. RIP Denali...look out for my boy Samson when he meets you in doggy heaven.

[@Charles-mp2vl]

I feel what you’re going through. My 13 year old yellow lab has lymphoma again after just beating a different type in May. This time it’s 100% fatal. We find out Monday how long he has but for now I can’t leave his side and we are doing everything and eating all the things 💔

[@evakoyanagi1812]

My heart 💔 i felt so much love and compassion for this beautiful fur baby , a true gift from God they are our best friend companion they are loyal patient loving compassionate, you can trust a dog This was beautiful❣

[@OhThatVictoria]

Ben Moon, thank you for this. Every time I watch your gorgeous video, it evokes the same swelling heart and tears of sadness and joy. It's so sad to lose what we love yet we are so fortunate to have received this gift of unconditional love to guide us through our darkest hours and happiest moments. Wishing you continued health and happiness.

[@ldrtru1115]

I cried so much, my lab passed away in july this year and trust me, i really did not think id survive that night without him. 10 years old, beautiful best friend. most beautiful film i have seen, love you Denali and love you my Rupert.

[@drivesurfcamp]

Beautiful is an absurd understatement! Thank you Ben, thx Denali!

[@colleenlyons5292]

Man's best friend, so true. My Rosy was definitely my best friend and I miss her so badly sometimes it is hard to breath, thinking about her, esp. as I think of her all of the time. I love you Ms Rose

[@sk-chan8128]

I feel your pain

[@ariannagonzalez2618]

I just ugly cried so hard. Who’s cutting onions !?!?

[@raineeredman1113]

I had a handsome totaly tough Chihuahua Chico for 13 and a half years, he had a beautiful wife for three and a half years. They were my life..(.she died from a brutle child who killed her still not over that.) He died in my arms right after he kissed me, gol' I miss them. I thought then I would never have another...then four years later I met this little abused tiny tot that her people did not want anymore. They were going to send her to the pound where she would be killed. I had to stop them from the sending her to the slauter house. That was almost eight years ago. Chloe is my heart, my sweet and smartest friend, I know one day I will be devastated with the loss of her until then we are together. Doing everything just her and I

[@marlenecurrie5488]

I'm writing this through a river of tears...if tears could build a stairway to heaven,,,I would climb up every step and carry you back home to me again.... I lost one Maltese at 15 years and the one in this picture in 2010 at age 10. I now do dog sitting for people who go on vacations etc. It's filling a tiny void but sometimes I get so attached after 3 or 4 weeks that I cry when they leave and pray that they return soon....the hurt of loss never goes away but the wound becomes less deep over time...God bless and good luck....Marlene from the Netherlands.