Whenever something you love and brings joy into your life is taken away from you forever, you are bound to feel some pain. A lot of pain, actually.

And Yet, Some People Think Losing A Pet Is Not A Big Deal

But many pet owners know better. A pet is not just a cute and fun animal but a cherished family member for many people.

You can have a pet for many years and losing it can leave a gaping hole in your life and your heart. You miss the happy moments, the funny pranks, their unconditional devotion, and the constant source of warmth they offered.

A pet makes life beautiful and losing it can hurt more than most people would ever understand.

So, when you see someone in terrible shape after losing a pet, don't think it's a laughing matter. Saying goodbye to a beloved pet can be devastating.

The experience is traumatizing, and the pain is very real and profound. A pet is just like a friend, which explains why people feel broken and incomplete when a pet is gone.

Pet Owners Have A Deep Connection To Their Pets

For some of them, pets are the best companions they ever had.

The point here is simple, when you find someone moping after losing a pet, be considerate.

You don't have to understand them since you might never have had a pet, but at least don't downplay the pain and the trauma they express.

Words Like "It's Just A Dog, Get Over It" Are Deeply Insensitive

Such comments show a lot of ignorance of the grief the person is undergoing. Yes, many pet owners deeply mourn the loss of their pets.

The pet might be all they would think about, and they would look forward to getting a warm hug from them after getting home from a busy and chaotic day at work.

A Pet Can Make A Home Feel Like A Home

So, when it's no longer there, a lot of emptiness can take up that space. The sorrow can feel very real because it takes years and lots of effort to create such a deep connection.

And let's face it, when you lose a friend, a pet or not, the gap they leave behind can never be filled. The memories and the experiences shared live on in the minds of those left behind.

Nobody deserves the pain of losing a pet. But that, unfortunately, is just nature taking its course. There is not much you can do about it.

The devastation is real, and there is no point in making things harder for people who have lost their pets by minimizing what they are going through.

You don't lose a cherished friend and family member and feel like nothing has changed, that's for sure. It can't happen unless the connection wasn't real.