Collector Stories
Forever My King
Danielle & Buster
I was introduced to the brand several years ago, and from the very beginning I felt a connection to it. When you genuinely believe in something, sharing that passion comes naturally. I have never had the chance to meet Amedeo in person, yet we have stayed in touch through the years — and somehow that connection has always remained.
Buster came into my life when he was only eight months old. He was given to me by Marc Anthony, after I watched him while Marc was away on tour. The whole story of how Buster ultimately became mine is far too long to tell here — but I truly believe he was meant to find his way to me.
Buster was incredibly stoic. He rarely barked, and carried himself with a quiet strength and dignity.
But one day, while I was driving on the Long Island Expressway with him beside me, he suddenly jumped into the front seat. He began barking and growling at me — behavior completely unlike him.
Something told me to listen to him. I managed to pull the car over. The next thing I remember was waking up in a hospital.
I had suffered a seizure, and was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Despite already being under the care of an extensive medical team because of my history with cancer, no one knew what was happening inside my body.
But Buster knew. He literally saved my life.
That was only one of the many extraordinary things about him. Through years of medical challenges, uncertainty, fear, treatments and difficult days, Buster was there. He never needed words. He simply stayed beside me, with the loyalty, strength and unconditional love that only a truly remarkable animal can give.
As Buster grew older, I knew our time together was coming to an end. Knowing it did not make losing him any easier. Today marks one year since he left my side.
I knew I needed to immortalize him in a way that felt deeply personal — something worthy of what he represented in my life. I reached out to Amedeo because I already knew exactly what I wanted. The beautiful workmanship he brings to every piece was exactly what I was looking for.
This ring is so much more than a piece of jewelry. It represents the connection I have always felt with the brand, the love I will forever have for Buster, and the extraordinary bond between a woman and the dog who quite literally saved her life.
When I look at this ring, I don't simply see something beautiful. I see Buster. I see his strength, his loyalty, his protection, his unconditional love. I remember the companion who stood beside me through the hardest moments of my life, and somehow always seemed to know when I needed him most. Most of all, I am reminded of what a king he truly was.
Buster may no longer walk beside me — but now I carry him with me every single day, exactly where he belongs.
Forever my protector.
Forever my king.
Forever a part of me.
Danielle Merollo
Stylist · Miami
Bespoke companion Cameo ring