To lose a beloved pet in such a tragic way is horrible. I don't know if you ever really get over it. I still get tears in my eyes thinking of my past pets that lived long lives and died at an old age. Life does go on though despite our grief. I was never going to have another dog after my 15 year old Shih Tzu died but after several months of life without a dog I just could not stand it anymore.
I guess it will depend on how much you value your relationship with pets. I have always had dogs and cats in my life and I bond with them very easily so it is unnatural for me to be without them. It all depends on your personality as to how long you will be upset about this. |