Posted by Dinah on November 11, 2006, at 17:17:17
In reply to called pdoc T on this morning...i must be..., posted by bent on November 11, 2006, at 9:37:26
Bent, you wouldn't think twice about calling your therapist if a close human family member died, would you?
I've had companion animals who were closer to me than most of my family members. And I think studies have shown that to be true of many pet owners.
Putting a beloved friend to sleep is a traumatic decision, even if you're mentally prepared and even if you know it was the best thing for the animal.
I wish I could give you a real shoulder to cry on, and a real arm to put around you. Is there anyone who would understand and provide physical comfort?
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