In a heartbreaking post on Instagram, JENNIFER GARNER announced the death of her nine-year-old golden retriever, Birdie. She was extremely close to her, and would often post about the adorable antics of her beloved pet..

In a heartbreaking post on Instagram, Jennifer Garner announced the death of her nine-year-old golden retriever, Birdie. She was extremely close to her, and would often post about the adorable antics of her beloved pet..

Garner also announced the reason for her passing, stating that she and her family found that Birdie was suffering too late, as there were no symptoms of an illness before she completely stopped eating, as Birdie had otherwise always been a foodie!