I just woke up from a dream where I had a dog whom I took for granted. She was hurt and dying, but playful and happy. She had someone ( my ex girlfriend who loves and takes care of dogs) taking care of her, but didn't have much time for her. At point I remember being the present in my dream, the dog had caught fire and my ex and me were putting it out and something happened that gave my heart to the dog and I broke down and hugged her and expressed my very real love for her and my buried pain at her plight. It was at this point where she finally succumbed to her pain and passed away as I held her. Woke up feeling very disturbed and concerned for my family. Particularly my mother. Was wondering if anyone could help me understand my dream a little better.