The unconditional love of a pet can do so more than just keep us company. They’re always there for us when we need them, sticking by our side throughout the highs and lows of life.
Lisette van Riel knows that more than anyone. When the 40-year-old discovered her dad had died while living almost 5,000 miles away on the other side of the world, she was left inconsolable.
But the love of her rescue dog Beautie got her through the devastating time – saving her from sinking into a deep depression.