WELL known Love Island star Faye Winter has been left devastated by the loss of her beloved dog, Reggie.
The reality star shared the heartbreaking news with her followers on social media, paying a heartfelt tribute to her loyal companion of 15 years.
Faye, 28, posted a touching series of snaps where Reggie could be seen frolicking at the beach and out on hill walks.
In the post, the TV personality reflected on the incredible bond they shared.
Faye wrote: "Some people don’t understand what having dogs mean, the love they give without saying words.
"We were lucky to love you for 15 years, it was an honour to be your family and go through every life event with you.
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"From the moment you were born you were our clown, we watched you take your first shaky breath right up until your last peaceful one to be with Blondie.
"14-year-old me that didn’t really like anyone but her dogs will always be so grateful to you."
She added: "We will look after your sisters. Love you always the goodest boy."
Touched fans flocked to the comments to share words of comfort.
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One person wrote: "I'm so sorry Faye. I know how awful it is my heart is broken for you."
Another added: "So sorry for the loss of your beautiful boy. Goldens are the best fur babies. Thinking of you at this sad time."
A third referenced the show For The Love Of Dogs, saying: "So Sorry to hear this… Reggie sounded like a special boy…he is over the rainbow bridge now being looked after by Paul O'Grady with all the other dogs that have left us."
Faye is known for her love of animals and has been working as a volunteer to help train guide dogs since 2017.
She previously told Women's Health: "Even through my darkest days, caring for a Guide Dog meant that I had someone. I never ever felt alone.
"Volunteering for Guide Dogs has never taken anything from me, it's always just given me so much.
"The Guide Dogs have given so many people all over the UK the reason why they can go out every day, why they can get around confidently and go to work and go to the shops. Being involved in that, for me, that is my biggest achievement."