Farewell Tin Tin. You were an amazing friend to us nearly 16 years until you slipped away from us in your sleep today.

This image of Jennifer and Tin Tin was taken only four days ago. It was his last day on the beach sniffing rotting seaweed, other dogs backsides and shying from the huge Henley Beach surf.

We are so lucky you lived so many years strong, healthy, often ditsy, always food obsessed and never quite grown up.

Thank you Tin Tin for your gorgeous nature, your beautiful temperament and for being our family’s best friend.

Photo: Robert Rath, ‘Day 858, Farewell Tin Tin’ 1/500 f/8 ISO320 120mm