I feel for you, having had to put down a dog in 2022 and having one who might be getting close.

I feel the need to point something out, however; as the meme says, “Sir, this is a Wendy’s c/Risa.” In other words, you’re making a lot of serious posts in a community primarily meant for memes and crapposting, where we come to relax. For general Trek-related discussion, c/startrek is probably a better idea.

Anyhow, sorry for your pain, and here’s a belated welcome to the fediverse.