Pancho Gougler

In Loving Memory of Pancho 

August 27, 2018 – October 15, 2026

Our sweet Pancho crossed the rainbow bridge on October 15, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him more than words could ever express.

Pancho may have weighed only 5 pounds, but he had a spirit that was 100 pounds big! He was full of life, full of personality, and full of so much love. He had a way of making every day brighter just by being himself.

His favorite place in the world was right beside his dad. Whether he was snuggled up sleeping in the bed with him or curled up in someone’s lap being the ultimate lap baby, Pancho was happiest when he was close to the people he loved.  He was famous for his "neck hugs", where he would climb on the back of the sofa and then walk down you shoulder and under your neck to the other side just to turn around and do it again.

And oh, how he loved to bark! Every time we walked through the door, he made sure the whole world knew we were home. He would bark and bark with excitement, as if he had been waiting an eternity just to see us again. No matter how long we had been gone, we were always greeted like we were the best thing that had ever happened to him.

When someone came to the house, Pancho would charge toward them like he was a hundred-pound guard dog ready to take them down. But that tough little act never lasted long. Before you knew it, he was begging to be picked up and loved on. He was our tiny protector with the biggest attitude, the funniest personality, and the sweetest little heart.

That was Pancho. A little dog who thought he was BIG, a tiny body with a mighty bark, and a whole lot of love packed into five precious pounds.

Our home will never quite be the same without his barking at the door, his little presence beside us, and the comfort of having him curled up close. The silence he leaves behind will be hard, because he filled our lives with so much noise, laughter, joy, and love.

Pancho, you were so loved, more than you could ever have known. Thank you for every snuggle, every excited greeting, every funny moment, and every bit of love you gave us. You were never just a dog. You were family, our companion, and a piece of our hearts.

Run free, our sweet boy. No more pain, no more worries. Just sunshine, endless places to explore, and all the room in the world for that big personality of yours.

You may have only been five pounds, but the space you filled in our hearts was immeasurable.

We will miss you more than words can say, and we will love you for the rest of our lives.

Until we meet again, sweet Pancho.