I think it's good that you posted your feelings and thoughts in here. I don't think the way you're feeling is odd in any way, really. I think it's just part of being a woman and being an animal lover. I care, even if I don't know you and will probably never meet you. I think it's brave that you can so eloquently describe how you're feeling. I've thought I was going nuts before, too. I hope you don't stay feeling down for too long.