I am not really a pet person. I do appreciate a friendly dog, every now and then. But, my day will go on without them. My brother is a pet person. I remember when he was still a toddler, he would have a variety of pets. He'd have puppies, birds or ducklings. He lost his pet last night. His dog, Choco, has been battling a disease for weeks now. Choco had been on antibiotics and Ensure. We thought he'd make it because he's been showing signs of strength. My brother said that he will never get used to losing a pet. I know it is never that easy for him. I still have that memory of him, so devastated, he couldn't go to school. He was lying in bed face down, sobbing. I imagine, when it is our time to lose our longtime friend, Sally, my children will be the same. Sally and Choco were from the same mother.