Though not human, pets provide their owners with boundless love and joy – but, sadly, they do not live forever.

This means that every pet owner may one day face the heartbreak of losing their pet. This experience can be especially challenging for younger children to understand and cope with.

And this incredibly touching story is no different – so be sure to have something ready to wipe your tears…

In this video, a young girl sings “You Are My Sunshine” to her cat, who was, heartbreakingly, passing away just before Christmas.

The little girl, Abby, is only four years old, yet she has already created many joyful memories with her beloved cat, Bailey, who was with Abby’s family for a decade before she was even born. This gave the two a very special connection.