I can answer the first question. You were a hero. You did what you believed needed to be done, even though you were terrified.

Was Bonnie a hero? I think so.

I can also answer the last question: Pixie is a good dog.

What a nice story, an inspiring one.

Our fur-babies are very sensitive to our moods and our well-being, Pixie did what she thought she needed to because she sensed that you were in an incredibly vulnerable state.

Nice first submission.