I know too many people who say it's 'only' a dog so don't get so upset. But they are part of our lives for so long; they enrich our lives; and do so much for our health. My opinion is that anyone who doesn't grieve for a pet who has died is suspect. I don't mean that losing a pet is worse than losing a family member; but the loss is still a loss. Having lost both my parents and some pets over the last few years, the grief isn't any less because 'it's just an animal'! There are now Bereavement Support groups for people who have lost a pet. I think it's a wonderful idea. Only those who have gone through the experience of loss can know how we feel, whether it's a family member, friend, or a pet.
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