Based on the personal experiences of many people from the U.K. and around the world, the authors consider many thought-provoking issues concerning pets. Can a human find a kindred spirit in a pet? Are we chosen by our pets? Can past beloved pets return to us? Can present pets receive the approval, or even guidance, of dearly loved pets who have passed on? Are our pets' needs more important to us than we imagine? With illustrations by Lin Bourne.