It is heart breaking when a beloved pet dies. He or she has been your companion, your comfort, your protection for so many years and is like one of the family.
You've got used to the morning cuddle, you know what he / she like to eat, you even know your pet's moods and emotions. He or she is as close as any member of the family.
Then your pet dies or has to be 'put down' !
He or she is not 'just' a pet, an animal, to you personally.
Your beloved pet was a real, living, little 'body' who gave you all of his / her love and you are going to miss him / her.
TRUTH = it is normal and healthy to grieve for a beloved pet. You show that you are capable of bonding emotionally and you should be proud of that.
TRUTH = the loss of a beloved pet can be as emotionally significant as the loss of a close human relation. It shows that you Love and Care for both animals and humans.
TRUTH = your beloved pet cannot be 'replaced.' He or she has their own Unique personality.
Grief does not 'just go away !'
Like grieving for an actual human, there are things you can do to 'help' you to come through the grieving time you Personally need.
Respect you Loss and Grief
Own Your Reality
Affirm Yourself
Reclaim you Life
HOW TO ROAR : PET LOSS GRIEF RECOVERY (recover)
When you are ready, you'll get another pet who will give you just as much love, comfort and company. Your 'original' pet would want you to be Happy.
LIVE AND LOVE LIFE !