Losing a pet is extremely difficult and painful. I've been there. It's been almost 8 years since I lost my first dog and I still think about him sometimes.

We got our second dog just two months after our first one died. The little bugger was just 9 weeks old at the time. I fell head over heels in love with him, but was worried that I wasn't ready yet and that we moved on too soon. Looking back, I can honestly say that Dino (our second doggie) has helped us tremendously. Having a puppy is a lot of work and gives you constant distraction. It did us a world of good.

You'll know when you're ready. And when you are and you bring a puppy into your home, it will make you smile. I promise. (;