Dog lover invites people to join the final walk he will ever take his beloved pet on before he has to be put down

WALNUT the greyhound has been Mark Wood’s faithful companion for the past 18 years.

But unfortunately for the adoring pair, the pup’s old age means that his health has started to deteriorate and he has collapsed on multiple occasions.

Owner Mark has had to come to the difficult decision that it is kinder for Walnut to be put down, so he will no longer suffer due to his poor health.

This Saturday November 12, the lovable greyhound will be taken to his local vet for the last time.

But Mark has decided he wants to send off his pet in style and create a fun final day for Walnut.

“I have owned Walnut for a long time and he has been my strength for many years,” said Mark.

“I have struggled with illness and had some bad times in my life and he has helped me through some desperate situations and I owe it to him to give him this back.

“He sleeps with me in bed and cries when I am not around. It is a desperate situation and not good.”

Mark has posted on his Facebook wall inviting people to join him for their final walk on Porth beach in Newquay, Cornwall.

“Sadly I am having to have Walnut euthanised on Saturday 12th November and so we will be having a last walk together on his beloved Porth Beach at 9.30am,” Mark wrote on Facebook.

“I would love it if dog lovers/owners and friends would join us for a celebration of Walnut on his favourite Porth Beach.

“He has had an incredible life and having reached the grand age of 18 is ready for his final sleep. Hope to see you on Saturday.”

Mark wrote the Facebook post on November 8 and it has been shared more than 300 times with people from across the country commenting and tweeting to spread the word.

“I have been answering e-mails all day,” said Mark.

“People have been sending me photos of dogs from all over the world.

“It was such a simple thing and something I did spur of the moment but it really has struck a chord with people.