It will be a period of time proportional to the length of time you had them, with a coefficient representing your emotional state during that time period. You'll miss them somewhat longer than you had them, but not indefinitely. Might be twice as long, might be three times as long, if they were meeting an emotional need. Maybe four times as long, if it was a major need!
(I'm not a psychologist or a dog whisperer, but sometimes I play one on the Interwebs ;-).
OK, Pet Fans...I just got an emotional plea from Lablady. Her allergies are kicking her backside and she has to give away her two cats. The youngest is gone, but Merlin the Magnificent is waiting for a home.
Lablady has asked that I take Merlin. Tough decision. I need a kitteh, but the deposit is $250... Maybe Lablady can help with it...
I feel the need for a purry thing...
(I’m not a psychologist or a dog whisperer, but sometimes I play one on the Interwebs ;-).
Well, you do a darn good job at it!
That was the perfect answer for me. Thank you very much.