Screenshots of the cat's reaction to her siblings passing away. A pair of cats reacting to their dog siblings crossing the rainbow bridge has melted hearts on social media.

So my very first cat was a wonderful gray cat named Puff, and we had him right until I was almost through high school. Taylor Wilson: Wow. And so I mentioned Carla in the intro. Who was Carla?

But there are ways to make things easier. Here are just some of the things pet owners can do to cope when their animals cross the rainbow bridge. First, you'll want to acknowledge what's happening.

Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, held every year on August 28, is a time to remember and celebrate all the cats, dogs, and beloved pets who have "crossed the Rainbow Bridge" before us.