Emmerdale aired the death of beloved dog Monty in Wednesday's episode, with Cain Dingle paying an emotional tribute to his late father, Zak, as he cradled the pet in his arms.
Monty, introduced in 2018 as a companion for Zak after the death of the family's Irish Wolfhound Alfie, had been diagnosed with incurable cancer. Despite Cain's efforts to extend his life, the dog's health deteriorated, and the family decided it was time to let him go.
Cain's final goodbye
On August 5, Cain took Monty to the vets alone, while Lydia, Sam, Belle, and Kammy stayed home to support Kyle and Isaac. As Rhona administered the medication, Cain hugged Monty and wept, saying: "Remember what I said, you are a good boy, and I know my dad was always grateful for having you, always."
He added: "When you get up there, you tell him how much we love him and that we miss him loads. And you make sure he takes you for plenty of walks, just like old times."
As tears fell, Cain said: "We love you, you scruffy old thing," before confirming Monty's death to Rhona.
Fans react
Viewers were moved to tears, with one writing on X: "Not #Emmerdale getting me teary at midday." Another said: "Aw Monty, dog deaths are always so much more sad #Emmerdale."
Others shared their heartbreak: "Christ #emmerdale has me bawling a beautiful episode," and "#Emmerdale poor Monty. I could barely watch. But it's just a tv show and he's fine really."
One fan confessed: "Me and my mum have just cried our eyes out at #Emmerdale. Saying goodbye to your dog is soul destroying." Another added: "When Monty gave Cain his paw I was BROKEN. Sobbed like a baby. Dogs really are the most precious souls."
Emmerdale airs weekdays on ITV and ITVX.
