Sophie

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Sophie
1995–2008
After surviving several health complications, including chemotherapy and a tumor removal, Sophie slept by Oprah's side every night and never missed a day's work for 13 years.

Oprah said this cocker spaniel was "one of the reasons for me to be a kinder, gentler person." Watch Oprah's emotional tribute to her beloved Sophie