i disagree to this point of view.

a loved one is a loved one. how much you value one above another usually depends on how much you love them regardless of species.

BUT i would say its logical to assume that its easy to form a stronger connection between pets as you may live with them for many years.

i lost my dog of maybe 5-10 years? last year. time pasts fast. i never realized how deep my bond with her was until she passed. i took her for granted. every now and then when i get home i ll feel some melancholy as she normally would run to the gate and greet me.

what i can say is, it was a good wake up call. i treat my parents better. and i guess, it helps a little to prepare for the inevitable.