Oh, Heather I am so very sorry. Our dog passed away last year and only this year could I do the layout about my younger daughter's reaction. I posted in a few weeks ago. My daughter was 9 so significally older than your daughter. It's so hard. Is there anything she can relate this to? Has anyone "gone" or passed away in her life already? And she may not really get it until it happens. Or even months later when she feels the change. Be willing to listen and deal with unexpected tears. Grief can come out in many ways at that age.
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Denise Gormish
Mom of Jackie (15) Jenny (12) and my English Cocker Spaniel 19-month-old Cody
My English Cocker Spaniels in my heart forever:
Auld Sod Red Magic Merlin CGC CD OA OAJ OAC NJC (Merlin)
Elan's Surprise Surprise CGC NA NAJ (Arthur)
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