I just lost my beloved red tabby Rusty last Tuesday. He battled small cell intestinal lymphoma and arthritis for a almost three years with a pretty good quality of life (thanks to much vet care, holistic and regular) and when he could not go on, I held him while my long-time vet euthanized him. It was the hardest most wrenching thing I have ever experienced and I am in a great deal of grief over this precious animal. However, Callie my calico, who lived with Rusty for 10 years, remains with me and is not doing so well. She cries and longs for Rusty. I don't know how to help her except lots of love and attention. Does anyone have any suggestions how I can communicate to Callie that I have not taken Rusty somewhere and I could bring him back but just won't (I suspect she thinks this) and that he has actually died. Can animals conceive of death? What can I do for my girl... we are a sorry lot. Thanks for any suggestions at all. Laurie