When our beloved animal companion is sick, it's vital to remember the promise of God in Psalm 91: 14-16: Since he clings to me I rescue him, I raise him high, since he acknowledges my name. He calls to me and I answer him: in distress I am at his side, I rescue him and bring him honor. Of course, our animals are helpless to raise this cry of and by themselves -- hence, it is our call to be intercessors, on their behalf, in their hour of need. To “intercede” is to go or come between two…