['Our little chihuahua had pancreatitis this past year and it was not a good outcome for her.', 'Aw, I am sorry to hear that. Is she still alive and well?', "No, unfortunately she passed away in February.  It's still hard thinking about it."]
Awwwwww poor little doggie. I am sure she is chasing around mailmen happily in doggy heaven.
Our little chihuahua got pancreatitis this past year.  She passed away in February and it's been hard.