[Photos]: Famous Lewis Hamilton Dog, Roscoe succumbs to pneumonia

• Roscoe, the famous Lewis Hamilton dog is no more, the Scuderia Ferrari driver announced on Monday
• Roscoe spent days at the ICU after being taken ill once more with the deadly respiratory disease.
• The dog had breathing difficulties warranting admission. Hamilton stayed with it much of the time as he updated his fans

Roscoe, the famous Lewis Hamilton dog is no more, the Scuderia Ferrari driver announced on Monday.

Coco, as Hamilton fondly called it, was in a coma after suffering another serious bout of pneumonia. Roscoe spent days at the ICU after being taken ill once more with the deadly respiratory disease.

The dog had breathing difficulties warranting admission. Hamilton stayed with it much of the time as he updated his fans.

“Please keep Roscoe in your thoughts. I want to keep you all updated. Roscoe caught pneumonia again and was struggling to breathe. He was admitted into hospital and sedated to calm him while they did checks on him and during the process his heart stopped. They managed to get a heartbeat back and now he’s in a coma,” he wrote on his socials.

What Happened to Lewis Hamilton Dog?

Days after his admission, Lewis Hamilton dog was put down on Sunday evening. Roscoe was on life support for four days.

The seven-time F1 champion stayed by his side, hoping that he would pull through. Sadly, this didn’t happen, forcing veterinarians treating him to pull the last card.

Putting him down. It was the hardest thing for Hamilton because he had a special bond with Roscoe.

“After four days on life support, fighting with every bit of strength he had, I had to make the hardest decision of my life and say goodbye to Roscoe… He died on Sunday evening, 28th September in my arms,” he posted on Instagram.

He said that Roscoe fought to the end, and that the dog was his biggest friend. Hamilton is glad that he brought Roscoe into his life.  Here is a glowing tribute for Lewis Hamilton dog.

“He never stopped fighting, right until the very end. I feel so grateful and honoured to have shared my life with such a beautiful soul, an angel and true friend.

Bringing Roscoe into my life was the best decision I ever made, and I will forever cherish the memories we created together. Although I lost Coco, I have never been faced with putting a dog to sleep before, though I know my mum and many close friends have. It is one of the most painful experiences and I feel a deep connection to everyone who has gone through the loss of a beloved pet. Although it was so hard, having him was one of the most beautiful parts of life, to love so deeply and to be loved in return.

Thank you all for the love and support you’ve shown Roscoe over the years. It has been so special to witness and feel.”

How old was Roscoe when he died in Hamilton?

Roscoe, the now famous Lewis Hamilton dog was 12-years old. He was a gentle, but fierce bulldog who completed Hamilton’s life.

He died from a severe pneumonia infection that inhibited his breathing. Four days later, and in a coma, he was put down.