Those people simply do not understand the bond that can develop
between people and animals. It is just stupid to imply that the dog
does not miss GHW.
What do either of you two know about the bond that develops between
people you don't know and their animals you don't know?
I know what a service dog is. If you have a dog that lives next to
your side 24/7 there will be a bond. I understand, you being a cat
person, that may sound strange. Cats are only there for you to serve,
not to serve you and in any other context you would be bragging about
it.