Does anyone else not feel the same about animals since losing a pet?

My cat died almost 2 years ago. This is going to sound corny, but it genuinely felt like a part of me died with him. I thought I’d always have a cat, but I still have no desire to adopt another one. I can’t imagine having another cat.

I’ve also found that I’m just less fond of animals in general. I still like them and it’s nothing negative. But I don’t feel the deep love and connection that I used to feel towards animals.

It’s the strangest thing. I have no idea why losing my cat has made me like animals less. Can anyone else relate?