My dog died last week and I used all my bereavement days from work, but now my coworkers are making comments about how 'it was just a pet' and I feel ashamed for how destroyed I am.
More people experience this than they realize.
The intensity of human-animal bonds often exceeds social recognition of their significance.
“Where Are You with The stages of grief — examined and critiqued?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.