Lifestyle Pets Ramona Singer's Dog Coco Dies: 'Rest in Peace My Sweet Angel,' Says Daughter Avery Coco had been by the Real Housewives of New York City star's side since the show premiered By Kate Hogan Kate Hogan Kate Hogan is Director of Digital Specials and Features at PEOPLE, as well as the editor of Stories to Make You Smile. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2008. People Editorial Guidelines Published on October 5, 2021 04:27PM EDT Photo: avery singer/instagram Ramona Singer is saying goodbye to a beloved friend. On Tuesday, the Real Housewives of New York City star's daughter Avery announced that the family's dog Coco, who was upwards of 17 years old, has died. "To my Coco Baby who has been by my side for 17.5 years and all the milestones of my life that I can remember - I will treasure our memories forever and my heart is full knowing we had a one of a kind bond," Avery wrote. "Words can't describe my love for you," she continued. "I am forever grateful for all of our special memories. I will miss bringing you around in your stroller, purse, and sitting with me at the table. I hope you will have unlimited parmesan cheese…we all love you so much❤️🥰 Rest in peace my Sweet Angel 😇 🙏🏻" Ramona Singer's dog Coco. avery singer/instagram Coco was often featured on Real Housewives, at owner Ramona's side since the show's very beginning. She was also pictured frequently on Ramona's Instagram, with Avery sharing even more photos of the pup on family vacations and holiday gatherings. In March of 2021, Avery threw the pooch a 17th birthday party, writing that she was "Blessed to have grown up with you by my side. Love you forever, keep being ageless 😘" Speaking to Andy Cohen about her new job at Cameo that same month, Avery said one of the biggest perks of the role was being able to work remotely and spend time with Coco. "We get to hang out every day and that's why I think she's still kicking," she said.