When Pets Lose Their Canine / Feline Companions
"I explained to St. Peter I'd rather stay here, Outside the pearly gate. I won't be a nuisance, I won't even bark, I'll be very patient and wait, I'll be here, chewing on a celestial bone, No matter how long you may be. I'd miss you so much, if I went in alone, It wouldn't be heaven for me."
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Animals can sometimes suffer from a broken heart when their animal companion dies. Pets observe every change in a household, and are bound to notice the absence of a companion. Pets will often form very strong attachments to one another, and the survivor of such a pair may grieve for its companion.
They may be lethargic, not eat, have trouble sleeping. They may also search from room to room looking for their friend. Some owners have let their other pets, sniff or snuggle with the lost pet before burial or cremation is done. It has been shown to help surviving pets to also say goodbye. Pets recognize a lot more then we give them credit for. You may notice that cats will grieve dogs and dogs grieve cats also.
 You will need to give your surviving pets a lot of extra attention and love to help them through this adjustment period. The love of your surviving pets can be wonderfully healing for your own grief.
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