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The loss of a pet is an experience that can touch us profoundly. Unfortunately, it's not always regarded with the seriousness that losing a family member or friend evokes in others.

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Pet-bereavement specialists say it’s good to acknowledge that it’s normal to feel awful. The loss of a pet can cut deeper than many people realize. Here’s how friends can help.

From left: Carlo the cat sitting beside Merlin's grave in the back garden. @gr.ma20 / TikTok. Following Merlin's death, a grave was dug in the garden for him where the family could mourn.

Other cats seem to get sad when another cat dies, reacting to the loss of a fellow pet with classic signs of anxiety and depression. “Some spend more time hiding or acting fearful,” says Vonk.