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Coping with Losing a Pet
By Lawrence Robinson and Jeanne Segal, Ph.D. Why does the loss of a pet hurt so much? Many of us share an intense love and bond with our animal companions. For us, a pet is not “just a dog” or “just a cat,” but rather a beloved member of our family, bringing companionship,