Mike, I'm so sorry for your loss! :(

I was converted to the love of cats by a particular cat who lived next door; you've inspired me to write that story some time soon. ;)

Meanwhile, my friend Amy once assembled this compilation of scriptures that I hope you will find comforting.

I have spent many years studying the bible and contemplating what the promised New Heavens and New Earth will be like, and I've come to some conclusions about my animals. The most important to share with you here is this: I have utter confidence that Jesus my God loves me more than I can comprehend. Consequently, I have become convinced that when I see Him in the glory and ask Him the favor of restoring to me the animals that I have loved in this life, He will do so. ;)