November 27, 2024

Doggone: Final siren sounds on Western Bulldogs mascot Sid

It’s a sad day in Melbourne’s western suburbs with the news that the Bulldogs’ mascot Sid passed away overnight.

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Sid was nine years old and died from ‘breathing problems’ – essentially a lack of breath.

He had retired from active duty in 2017 due to health issues but was a key part of the drought-breaking premiership win the previous year, entering the ground before every game and ‘entertaining’ fans by, well, panting and drooling.

Sid’s owner took to Facebook to pay tribute to their “little mate”

“He loved being the Western Bulldogs mascot, he loved game day and the fans. God he loved the fans and he knew that the fans and the team loved him.

“Tonight I held his paw, kissed his wrinkled head and said goodbye to my little mate for the last time.

“Saying goodbye hurts, but I know that somewhere Sid and Rosie are together.

“I love ya my little mate, till we meet again.”

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