This upsets me also. I always hear it is just a dog, but it is not just a dog. They are our babies, it doesn't matter weither or not they have two legs or four legs with fur and a tail, we love them the same and they mean alot to us. I am so sorry for your loss. I am surrounded by people who respect my love for my furbabies, I can't imagine what I would do if they didn't. At the very least people like non pet owners should respect and sincerely try to understand our feelings. You have every right to grieve for her, like you said she was your little girl. I am so sorry for what you are going through. Lots of prayers and hugs from me and my crew.