Pets often become an integral part of the family, and saying goodbye when they pass away is never easy. Ariel Ramos Perdomo, known on social media as the "grandson" of Martha, recently mourned the death of his beloved squirrel, affectionately named Mami.
On Instagram, the Cuban influencer shared a heart-wrenching video of the last moments he spent with the animal. "I never imagined these would be the last minutes I'd spend with you. Life keeps surprising me, and this time, in a bad way. I can't fully express what I'm feeling right now because people would call me crazy. You weren't just a squirrel, you were my squirrel, the one I rescued and fed. You were my Mami, a crucial part of my American family, the little that I have here, and today, I had to say goodbye," Ariel wrote with deep emotion after his loss.
"It seems it was a heart attack. I took her outside, as you can see in the video. There was a moment when I felt she was struggling to breathe, so I brought her back inside. We weren't outside for more than 10 minutes, but those minutes were crucial, and her little heart couldn't take it. I regret having to make this post; I'd never share something like this if it weren't for the fact that I made her a part of my social media, and I owe you all an explanation because you often ask about her. All I can say is that I feel really bad," the influencer explained.
Ariel had shared special moments on social media with the squirrel, which have now become cherished memories. Mami came into his life when she was about 15 days old, having fallen from her nest high up in a tree. Ariel took care of her by feeding her milk and keeping her warm until she grew older. He taught her what she could eat and took her out for walks.
Besides having her own Instagram profile, Mami was the star of many of Ariel's videos. She was often seen scampering around his house, eating nuts and beans, walking on his body through his clothes, and standing atop his hat, showing off her beautiful tail.
Ariel Mourns the Loss of His Beloved Squirrel
Below are some common questions and answers related to Ariel's experience with his beloved squirrel, Mami.
Who is Ariel Ramos Perdomo?
Ariel Ramos Perdomo is a Cuban influencer who is known on social media as the "grandson" of Martha. He is famous for sharing moments of his life, including those with his beloved squirrel, Mami.
How did Ariel come to have Mami the squirrel?
Mami came into Ariel's life when she was about 15 days old after falling from her nest. Ariel took care of her by feeding her milk and providing warmth until she grew older.
What was the cause of Mami's death?
Ariel believes that Mami suffered a heart attack. Despite his efforts to help her, her little heart could not withstand the stress.
How did Ariel share his grief on social media?
Ariel shared a heartfelt video on Instagram, expressing his deep sadness and explaining the circumstances of Mami's death to his followers.