It does get easier but it takes time. When Kallie was struggling so much, I was selfish and didn't want to face her not being there anymore. When I let Katrina go, I had Tobydog and Kallie Kat, it was easier to let her go. When Toby died, I still had Kallie. But now, Kallie is gone. I haven't been able to get a new fur friend yet. I still 'feel' Kallie wandering the house. I find it so difficult to let them go and I struggle with the pain of making that decision and I know that is one of the reasons I haven't brought a new 4 legged friend into my heart and home. I will, one day. Veronica, I hope one day, you to will be able to open your heart to a fur-friend...