In a few days, we'll leave our cat at the vet's office for some minor surgery. We've grown quite fond of Frannie, and I'll worry, no doubt. That got me to thinking again about pets, and how attached we get to them. Of course, it's silly because they're just animals, but that's just the way it is. I'm also a dog lover (except for the big, mean dogs that like to attack folks). I noticed around the neighborhood flyers tacked up for a lost cockatoo named Bella. Birds never did much for me, but I hope poor Bella makes it home. I'll keep my eyes peeled. We've always kept our pets indoors since motorists like to regard our neighborhood as a fast shortcut to avoid the traffic light at the corner. But that's a different matter. For now, have you hugged your pet today?

By Ed Lynskey
Twitter: @edlynskey
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