Treat this death like any human death. Some people do not understand that the passing of a pet can be as devastating as the passing of a human loved one.

I have lost three beloved dogs. I was there for two of them (although one did leave to die). I was talking with my doctor yesterday about how my major depressive episodes always seem to follow the loss of a pet.

When my baby beagle (allie mcbeagle) had to be put to sleep, I found incredible support via the Internet. Now that I think about it, because so many people supported me during my loss, maybe it is time to return to those sites in order to offer others my support.

<font color=white>laughter really is the best medicine</font color=white>