India, April 10 -- With a heart weighed down by sorrow, I bid farewell to my cherished Dasher, who passed away peacefully in his sleep last night in my room. A Toy Pomeranian of just 1.5 kg, Dasher was far more than a pet-he was my constant companion, my source of joy, and my soulmate in fur. From the moment he came into my life, he was a force to be reckoned with-tiny in size but immense in spirit. He was fearless, always ready to take on dogs many times his size, undeterred by his small frame. His daredevilry became legendary among the morning walkers of Vinay Marg,Chanakyapuri,New Delhi, during my deputation with the Government of India (2009-2012), where his relentless barking at big dogs never failed to bring smiles and laughter to tho...