Did the gut wrenching act of having your pet put down make you swear off pets?

Did the gut wrenching act of having your pet put down make you swear off pets?
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I am so very very sorry to hear this Aster. It is indeed gut wrenching. I have been through it many times with both my own pets and my mother’s. For me, as hard as it is, it does not outweigh the many many years of love that I was granted. I never ran out and got another after a death, usually I waited until one found me in some way. (both of my current kitties are strays). You may change your mind about getting another, or you many not. Everyone is different. I know it is beyond heartbreaking. I wish you well.
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