For pet lovers, the hardest part of sharing life with a furry companion is knowing that, one day, you’ll have to say goodbye. The laughter, the unconditional love, the silent companionship—all of it becomes woven into the fabric of our daily lives. And when they leave, they take a piece of our hearts with them.

That’s the pain Jason Kelce‘s wife, Kylie Kelce is grappling with right now. After seven years of love, loyalty, and countless memories, the Kelce family has bid farewell to Baloo, their beloved Irish Wolfhound. But for Kylie, the heartbreak runs even deeper—this loss comes almost exactly a year after saying goodbye to another cherished pet, Winnie. Kylie’s recent heartfelt update about her dog will bring tears to any dog lover’s eyes. Fans have flooded her Instagram post with emotional support. As the family mourns, heartfelt messages of support have poured in, including condolences from brother-in-law Travis Kelce, mother-in-law Donna Kelce, and close friends.

On Thursday, pregnant Kylie Kelce shared that the family has lost a beloved furry member, Baloo. While breaking the news, the podcaster wrote, “When I told the girls that Baloo was going to leave us, Ellie asked, ‘Where is he going?’ I told her that he was going to heaven, and without skipping a beat, she replied, ‘Oh! He’ll get to be with Winnie again! They’ll be so happy to see each other!’” Elliotte’s innocent response only highlights how deeply Baloo was cherished by the family. Reacting to the heartbreaking update, Donna Kelce commented on Kylie’s post, expressing her sympathy: “My heart goes out to you!!!!”

Baloo spent seven years with the Kelce family, which is a significant amount of time. Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce also shared his condolences with two sorrowful emojis: “😰😰.” More than 6,000 people have shared their emotional messages with Kylie. Former FOX Sports sideline reporter Erin Andrews expressed her sorrow for the beloved pet’s passing with red heart emojis, while Charissa Thompson commented, “I’m so sorry.”

Losing Baloo was especially painful for Kylie, as it marked the second time in a year that she had to say goodbye to a beloved pet. Did you know that exactly one year ago, the mother of three also suffered another heartbreaking loss? That’s right—around this time, in March 2024, the family said goodbye to another furry friend. Want to learn more about the loss of Baloo and Winnie? Let’s dive in.

Travis Kelce’s family lost another gem

On March 15, 2024, Kylie Kelce took to Instagram with a devastating update about losing Winnie. “I lost part of my soul today, but I know she is at peace. I love you, Winn. You will always be my firstborn child.” Kylie, a mother of three, poured her heart out while bidding farewell to her beloved pet. It must be difficult for her to remember that Winnie was even a flower girl at her and Jason Kelce’s wedding. And now, almost exactly one year later, Baloo has left their home forever.

In her Thursday post, the mom-to-be reflected on Baloo’s life with the family, writing: “We were lucky enough to have seven years with the goofiest, sweetest, most lovable, and tolerant dog I’ve ever met. He wanted nothing more than carbs and pets.” She added, “He was a simple guy, held together by bubble gum and paper clips. The heartbreak is immense, but as Ellie so perfectly pointed out, the Winnie-Bubba reunion had to be pure magic.” She concluded her message with a heartbreaking farewell: “Miss you already, Bubbies.”

Losing Baloo just a day before her 33rd birthday makes the pain even deeper for Kylie. The entire Kelce family is mourning the loss of their beloved Irish Wolfhound. Rest in peace, Baloo. Reunite with Winnie in heaven.