This article (Hounded by Grief), courtesy of the WBUR, Boston’s National Public Radio station, starts with the haunting words:
I am dogless. Again.

Boston journalist Anita Diamant pictured with Buddy at Good Harbor Beach in Gloucester, Mass., winter 2013. (photo by Ms Diamant)
For all of us who have loved a series of dogs, including a special ‘heart dog,’ I think some of the words will resonate with you.
Kathleen Crisley, specialist in dog massage, rehabilitation and nutrition/food therapy, The Balanced Dog Ltd, Christchurch, New Zealand