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Sumiko At 61: The cost of grief and vet care – will I still want to have a dog when I retire?
There are benefits to having companion animals but they come with downsides too.
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There are benefits to having companion animals but they come with downsides too.
ST ILLUSTRATION: MANNY FRANCISCO
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When I saw Bella standing by her water bowl that Monday morning three weeks ago, I knew in my gut that I’d be in for another period of worry and tears.
There was a strained look on her face and something in her posture that indicated she wasn’t all well.

