How long did you wait to get a new pet when your other pet died?

I feel your pain and I'm so sorry for your loss. I too lost a 16 year old dog and not only did the entire family grieve but my other dog grieved also. We were all used to having 2 dogs around and it was so lonely, we ended up getting a puppy one month later and have never regretted that decision. We still think of our little Dolly, but our new addition, Sy, has her own cute personality and has filled the void. The longer you are without another canine friend, the longer you will grieve!