Orlando Bloom describes dog going missing as ‘a waking nightmare’

‘I don’t recall a time in my life where I’ve been so broken wide open,’ actor states

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Orlando Bloom has described how devastated he feels over his dog going missing, saying that he feels “powerless”.

Last week, Bloom revealed on Instagram that his beloved pet, Mighty, had gone missing.

The actor shared several photographs of the dog and pleaded for people to be on the lookout for the poodle, who went missing near his and Katy Perry’s home in Montecito, California.

A few days later, Bloom emphasised the emotional toll of not knowing the whereabouts of his dog, who he adopted in 2017.

The 43-year-old posted more pictures of Mighty, including one that shows him and the poodle sharing a cuddle on the set of his television series Carnival Row.

“I don’t recall a time in my life where I’ve been so broken wide open,” Bloom wrote in the caption.

“The rawness I have felt over these past few days and sleepless nights at the idea of my little man being lost and scared, with me unable to do anything to protect him, is a waking nightmare.”

Bloom said that he feels “powerless”, saying that the way he feels may be “like so many others who are losing loved ones or unable to see our loved ones because of the times”.

“Cherish the moments we share with the ones we love because nothing is promised,” the actor stated.

“Trust it and don’t be afraid of love or the fear of losing love. Love is eternal.”

The Lord of the Rings star explained that the “bond” he shares with his dog demonstrates “devotion” in ways he has “not truly understood until now”.

“I am a devoted father and partner, still, there is a reason why they call them ‘man’s best friend’,” he wrote.

“I miss him. Send out a prayer for my little strong and Mighty boy to find his way back to his family.”

Perry, to whom Bloom is engaged and who is pregnant with their first child together, commented underneath the post writing: “I love you.”

Actor Gwyneth Paltrow also shared a message of support, stating: “Orly this is so heartbreaking. I’m so sorry.”

Danish supermodel Helena Christensen expressed that she could relate to the pain Bloom feels, writing: “I lost my pups for a few hours once and that was enough to tear me apart,” while actor Justin Theroux added: “Oh buddy. I feel that. Sending you love.”