Is it normal to be so upset over the death of a pet?
ItsAcidalia
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Mar 26, 2018
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yes it is totally normal! after all, we do take care of our pets and love them will all our heart. so it is totally fine for us to cry over their death
Anonymous
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Jun 4, 2018
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Yes, it's very normal and understandable to be upset over the loss of a pet. What you are feeling is completely valid, it's ok to grieve over an animal companion.
pattirahn
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Aug 28, 2018
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YES! The death of a pet, in my opinion, is a death of a family member. It's a very hard experience to go through. Pet owners develop deep bonds with their pets and the loss is great. Let your feelings and emotions flow. I don't think a pet will ever be replaced. I do think one can validate your feelings by finding the support of another who has dealt with the same situation and felt the feelings you're experiencing. Look to your friends who have lost pets for support and comfort. The community of people who support pets as part of the family is very compassionate and supportive.
neveralone8102
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Jan 27, 2020
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The loss of a dearly loved pet can be just as devastating as any other loss. People spend a lot of time & energy on their pets and form very close and comforting bonds. After a hard day it's still a friendly face to come home to, it's a creature that gives unconditional love. I have friends who have chosen to never have children and to them their dogs are the equivalent of kids. Everyone is different how they grieve the loss of a loved pet, take time to reflect on happy memories together and take time to look after you. You wont forget your furry friend, you wouldn't want to, but in time it will get easier x
Anonymous
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Jun 19, 2022
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Yes, it is normal to be upset over a pet's death. Even I get upset about it! I lost my cat Oscar around my 5th birthday when I was a kid and when I was 12, I still cried about it. I hardly even knew the cat. And soon, my favorite cat, Trixie, may die. I tear up when I even think about it.
Pets are loved and trusted family members. Don't worry about the grief of it. Losing pets is tough. Other members of your family will understand it.
Pets are amazing and supportive without even realizing it, and them being gone is so sad.
Take care.
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