Losing a dog can feel incredibly lonely, but there is always support and love out there - you've just got to be brave enough to ask for it.
One heartbroken woman found the courage to ask for help after the death of her canine companion, and she is so thankful that she did.
Alice Nelson, 73, from Belfast, was struggling to grieve the loss of her 12-year-old basset hound Abner, Belfast Live reports.