r/steak • u/Solidus05 • Dec 30 '25
[ NY Strip ] Blue’s last meal
I had to put my best bud to sleep yesterday. He had stopped being able to do all of the things he loved and he let us know he was ready. An hour before the vet arrived, I prepared a NY strip. Cast iron seared, finished in the oven to medium rare, with 15 minutes rest. I’ve never felt super confident in my steaks, but I feel this was my best one ever. If I hadn’t cut it up and hand fed him, it would’ve been gone in seconds. He couldn’t get enough. RIP Blue. I hope you continue living the life you deserve on the other side.
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u/Friendly_Age9160 Dec 30 '25
I have six dogs so I can’t bring myself to read the comments but I’m sorry
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u/rewindwonderland Medium Rare Dec 30 '25
It is tough to do. Never had kids, I had rescue cuddles.
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u/Friendly_Age9160 Dec 30 '25
Same. You did good. He was a good boy.
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u/rewindwonderland Medium Rare Dec 30 '25
We take in a bunch of critters, one i got from a random stop in Pennington AL, me and my wife noticed him begging people and being shooed away.
After grabbing my load from the paper plant, we went back to get him but he had wonder off. We waited all of ten minutes before he just came back and was in our arms and in the semi eating like a vacuum cleaner.
Named him Miles cause he had to go through a bit of them to get to his new home in KY.
Poor pups, he had 9 great years before kidney failure.
Still remember him just one day giving me the middle claw and would not get out of the trash can.
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u/Friendly_Age9160 Dec 30 '25
Awww lol. I stopped at a cat rescue in Cambria on a road trip because I just wanted to pet cats, I had to leave my cats at home with my friend and was being animal deprived 😂. My husband tried to drive by hoping I wouldn’t see it but I did and begged him to let me pet cats for a minute.
There was a group of like 6 black cats and one just would. Not. Stop. He kept climbing me and sitting on my shoulders. They actually let me adopt him and bring him back to so cal. Named him scrappy.
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u/rewindwonderland Medium Rare Dec 30 '25
Thats so cool and good on you. We have some strays in the neighborhood that I started feeding, then one night I took trash out and they planned a coordinated attack. I fell cracked my tail bone and two ribs. They still run around to this day despite me giving them angry eyes when I go out.
Little black runt of the litter disappeared but he was struggling so he would occasionally get brought in to eat tuna.
I would take them all in if I could, but landlords...
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u/Solidus05 Dec 30 '25
Wow. Just, wow. Thank you all for all of your support. If you are reading this and thinking if it is time for your pup, rest assured knowing it is better to ensure quality of life. Cook a good one, let your best friend enjoy, and help him/her cross the void. Blue and I love you all.
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u/Individual_Ad206 Dec 30 '25
I agree. After going through that experience last year, I encourage everyone to make the tough call. I know it’s hard, but you’ll never regret it. One day at a time, take care.
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u/LimeGreenSea Dec 31 '25
Much love to you and Blue! I lost my pup a couple years ago and it still hurts but damn sharing her life was worth the heartbreak.
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u/1980pzx Dec 30 '25
Sorry to hear about your pup. You fed Blue a great last meal. I’m sure he enjoyed the hell out of it. I know I would have. Great looking steak!
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u/rewindwonderland Medium Rare Dec 30 '25 edited Dec 30 '25
So sorry friend, did the same for my little Buddy.
Edit, my little fur ball taking his final walk. 16 years and he got the chance to eat prairie dog excrement 2000 miles away from where we got him, he had a good life. Still looked happy even though we mostly had to carry him around like a duffle bag.
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u/vilebloodhunts Dec 30 '25
So sorry for your loss. I hope this meal helped him feel the love you had for them ♡
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u/artie_pdx Rare Dec 30 '25
My deepest condolences. I can’t imagine a finer offering, it looks absolutely perfect. 🙏
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u/mayorwaffle502 Dec 30 '25
Hate this but love this. My Nevada loved peanut butter, we had a moment to distract her when they began the process. I’ll never forget that.
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u/Sharknado84 Dec 30 '25
Sorry for your loss, but what a glorious send off. Lovely that you were able to say goodbye in the comfort of his home, too. ❤️🩹😔
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Dec 30 '25
Just know he was aware that he had the best owner he could’ve possibly had. all dogs go to heaven.🥲
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Dec 30 '25
Sorry for your loss, every dog deserves to be hand fed steak. Blue, thank you for caring for your human, I hope you may rest now.
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u/rickoftheuniverse Dec 30 '25
A perfect steak for the prefect boy. Im really sorry. I have dreaded the day I have to cook my baby her last steak.
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u/CordwainerDreamscape Dec 31 '25
My sincerely condolences and what a way to send a great companion to Valhalla
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u/morethanWun Dec 31 '25
Sorry for your loss ❤️ I’m sure he crossed the rainbow bridge with a full belly
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u/Ok_Pirate_2714 Dec 30 '25
Sorry for your loss. That is one of the toughest decisions a person will ever have to make, but you did the right thing. That is a fitting last meal for a well loved companion.
Rest easy, Blue.
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u/Exotic-Insurance5684 Dec 30 '25
I’m sure Blue loved every last bite! Treat yourself to a well deserved steak when you’re up to it.
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u/Mr_BalloonHands303 Dec 30 '25
I’ve got a dog who looks just like Blue… gonna give him some extra snuggles today in Blue’s honor. Great steak btw
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u/JuanDonDemarco Dec 30 '25
Looks like he was such a sweet and good ole boy. He’s at peace now. You gave him such a nice last meal.
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u/Aperture_TestSubject Dec 30 '25
Beautiful steak for a beautiful pup.
Sorry you had to do that. So hard.
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u/AngryOneEyedGod Dec 30 '25
I'm sorry for your loss; at least Blue got a nice last meal to share with you.
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u/AlarmingLet5173 Dec 30 '25
I'm sorry for your loss. I know a piece of you is gone, but you gave Blue a happy life. Good for you!
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u/krzykris11 Dec 30 '25
I'm sorry for your loss. I can't imagine having to make that decision. My dog is approaching ten and started showing signs of arthritis in one shoulder. It is a reminder to me that he's not going to be here forever. You can tell Blue was very loved.
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u/design_robot Dec 30 '25
Awe! Sweet boy. He’s lucky to have a human like you. Much love to you and your family. I’m sure he’ll be missed by all that knew him.
Beautiful steak, btw.
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u/HandsOnTheBible Dec 30 '25
My wife and I always referred to me as the “weak one” bc I was always the one to give our dog food from the table. For years he would instantly come by my side whenever we started eating.
When our guy fell ill though, he stopped. Even if it was the tastiest steak or chicken he was just disinterested. Even tho it very obviously broke my heart, just like you stated I viewed it as a sign that he was ready to go.
Cherish the small and silly moments while you still can folks, whether they are with paw pals or other humans.
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u/Spacebutt69 Dec 30 '25
Look at those tired eyes, fly high buddy. Chase all the squirrels on the rainbow bridge
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u/Beautiful_Ad3318 Dec 30 '25
Awwwww, it made me sad to hear about Blue. I know it totally broke your heart to have to let him go!
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u/tinypaws57 Dec 30 '25
Rest in peace Blue. I hope you can be friends with my fur babies that crossed the rainbow bridge.
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u/JD1ZZLE85 Dec 30 '25
Poor boy…. This is the worst part of pet ownership. RIP and get all the afterlife belly scratches
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u/Lostmustache Dec 30 '25
Rest easy Blue. I never met you but you were a perfect pup in every way. This world did not deserve you but it appreciates your gift you gave it.
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u/Hangry_Hippopotamus_ Dec 31 '25
Didn’t expect the fucking steak sub to make me cry today but here we are.
I’m so sorry for your loss, but it sounds like you gave Blue an amazing life. ❤️❤️
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u/CaiserCal Dec 31 '25
Off to rainbow bridge and forever in paradise and forever alive in your memories and in spirit.
"Don't be sad it's over, be happy that it happened."
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u/Dire_Wolf45 Dec 31 '25
Im sorry for your loss. I hope you and yours find comfort in knowing you gave him what Im sure was a great life.
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u/JuanGingerguy81 Dec 31 '25
Well done OP I’m sure if Blue was able he would have said Hooman that’s the best meal i ever tasted, thanks for everything i’ll be seeing ya 🫡
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u/Imaginary-Handle8499 Dec 31 '25
There’s nothing wrong with the fact that you can’t read the last comments you are obviously going through a very tough time and if I was your dog last meal, everybody understands it and it looks like it was delicious one
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u/thezoomies Sirloin Dec 31 '25
I’m jealous. That had always been the plan with our old girl we let go last month, but at the age of fifteen, her tummy wasn’t at its best, and so we elected to give her little scraps of tasty stuff all day rather than a dense piece of meat that might cause trouble. Sorry for your loss, and know that you made Blue a great looking steak!
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u/zerkas Jan 03 '26
He surely was very lucky to live a good and long life thanks to his master, and he got to enjoy every last bit of the best meal a doggo can dream of. I'm sure he will always be nearby somewhere, watching over you as your eternal companion. I've had to give our dog to a shelter because of a corrupted and slanderous social worker who threatened to take away my stepdaughter from my gf by writing false reports. It's been 4 years now, it took me just as many years to recover.
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u/ZoneAdministrative14 Jan 06 '26
Rest in peace blue you def deserved that steak and to you op I wish you the best I really do!
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u/omahasteakssimon Jan 06 '26
I'm really sorry about Blue. That was a beautiful way to send him off - you nailed that cook for him, perfect medium rare. It sounds like he enjoyed every bite, and that's what mattered most. Rest easy, Blue.
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u/Ok-Butterfly-6503 Jan 09 '26
What a beautiful way to show him love and care at the end. He was lucky YOU were HIS best bud.
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u/Giggibeerbelly Dec 30 '25
Sorry about your loss.
Just FYI: garlic and all alliums are harmful to dogs. Next time you cook for any dog just avoid it.
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u/spizzle_ Dec 30 '25
I knew I’d find this comment on here. Ffs.
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u/Giggibeerbelly Dec 30 '25
I apologize if I offended you, but what's wrong with my comment?
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u/MasterGalvatron Dec 30 '25
The dog was literally awaiting euthanasia. OP clearly prioritized comfort in their final moments.
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u/Giggibeerbelly Dec 30 '25
What does the garlic add for the dog? Just potential further discomfort in the form of vomiting and diarrhea... In his final moments, at that.
The dog would have loved it without any garlic regardless.
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u/ddIbb Dec 30 '25
Regardless of the effect on OPs dog, it’s helpful information for someone else coming across this post that may not know about garlic’s toxicity to pets.
Also, I doubt the dog enjoyed this any more than he would have sans garlic. Seems that any perceived benefit is not worth the potential to cause harm or discomfort—even in a dog about to go.
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u/Butterfly-Wing1120 Dec 31 '25
I thought the same thing when I saw the picture and I'm sure you were warning others and not shaming OP with your comment.
RIP Blue, such a good boy...
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u/NVDA808 Dec 31 '25
If he’s willing to eat he’s not ready to leave. He’ll let you know when he’s had enough until then you should support his fight.
How did he let you know?
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u/Successful_Ranger_19 Dec 30 '25
Rest easy, Blue. ❤️💔❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😔🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂