A48 crash: Tribute to solicitor who died with dog after vet visit

“She used her intelligence in her work as a solicitor, where she strove to help others affected by industrial disease,” he added.

“Emily loved literature and was passionate about her house plants. Her passing has left a hole in our lives which can never be filled.

“I wake up every morning in disbelief at the fact that I will never see her smile again. Emily deserved a long and happy life, and the thought of what happened to her that day brings the greatest pain to all those who love her.”

He went on to say that Scout was the “most gentle, affectionate dog you could ever meet” and he had not been able to grieve for her death as he should.

“She brought great happiness to both me and Emily and the world has lost so much joy.”

Her parents John and Rhael said the loss of their only child “was devastating”.

“She meant the absolute world to us, and our lives have been changed forever. Emily has always been our pride and joy and she achieved so much during her short life.

“She was an intelligent, kind and caring soul and she touched the lives of so many people both in life and in death. She will never be forgotten.”