Teri Hatcher Announces Death of Her 'Rock Star' Dog Who Volunteered as a Therapy Dog at L.A. Children's Hospital
Teri Hatcher Announces Death of Her 'Rock Star' Dog Who Volunteered as a Therapy Dog at L.A. Children's Hospital
Rachel RaposasMon, March 16, 2026 at 10:40 PM UTC
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Teri Hatcher and her dog, Pumpkin.Credit: Teri Hatcher/Facebook -
Teri Hatcher's dog, Pumpkin, has died, she shared on March 15
The actress spent six years with Pumpkin, who was part of the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles' dog therapy team
"Bless you, sweet Pumpkin," Hatcher wrote, wishing him "love and light as you journey onward"
Teri Hatcher is mourning the loss of her dog, Pumpkin.
In a post on Facebook on Sunday, March 15, the actress, 61, shared the heartbreaking news that her beloved pet died after spending six years beside her. Hatcher included about 20 photos of her dog, showing him playing, enjoying the outdoors, dressing up for holidays, and basking in his family's love.
"It is with deep sadness that I said goodbye to Pumpkin yesterday," Hatcher began before she acknowledged that she adopted her dog as a senior.
Teri Hatcher's dog, Pumpkin.Credit: Teri Hatcher/Facebook
"So I knew this day would eventually come, faster than I’d want it to— but in Pumpkin’s case, it was not before he had the chance to touch so many hearts and comfort so many souls, in ways I could never have anticipated," Hatcher wrote.
Pumpkin was part of the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles' dog therapy team, the actress shared, and her dog brought comfort to patients and staff alike. In one photo, Pumpkin wore a purple neckerchief with the hospital's logo, along with his hospital ID, and beamed widely for the camera.
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"His rock star looks [and] his cuddly soft fur and loving demeanor were an endless comfort and a true blessing," she added.
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Teri Hatcher and her dog, Pumpkin.Credit: Teri Hatcher/Facebook
Hatcher expressed gratitude for Pumpkin coming into her life and for all that he was for so many people. She knew her beloved dog always strived to do his best and be the best friend, "even when it was hard for [his] body," she said.
"I’m gutted. I did, and would have done, anything and everything to make you well. I’m so sorry there weren’t answers," Hatcher continued. "Sometimes it’s just like that."
The actress wished Pumpkin "love and light as you journey onward," and thanked him once more for enriching her life. "Bless you, sweet Pumpkin. You were truly the best dog."
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