Gemma Atkinson has shared her heartbreak over the loss of her cherished pet dog, Norman. The former Emmerdale star, who is engaged to Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez, expressed her sorrow that this tragic event occurred so close to their daughter Mia's birthday.
"It's hard to put into words how much Norman changed my life and made it so much better Simply by just being there. Throughout the good and bad experiences the last 12 years he's been there with Ollie making everything ok. "My 5am club won't be the same without his company. He was my first experience of being a mum and having someone other than myself to care for. He's taught me a lot. Mainly to always live in the moment, remain positive and to keep trying."
She believes that dogs also understand the pain of losing loved ones. "I've read that dogs too notice the absence of other dogs, and I know he's just as sad as I am."