Oprah has dedicated today's show to her beloved cocker spaniel Sophie, who passed away last month at the age of 13. Sophie had been suffering from kidney failure. It's been an especially hard year for Oprah, pup-wise, as she lost her other dog Gracie in July when she chocked on a plastic ball. Today's show is on puppy mills, and contributor Lisa Ling presents what's said to be a great ? but hard to watch ? documentary on the mills. Oprah's staff decided to surprise her by opening the show with a tribute to Sophie featuring movies and photos. Unfortunately they didn't realize just how emotional it would make her, and they had to stop filming after she completely broke down.

That's so sweet and sad. Clearly Oprah's staff members were well-intentioned. People love their animals differently, but it's pretty clear that Oprah's dogs are her kids. There must be this bittersweet relationship with them, knowing that she'll likely outlive the animals she loves so deeply. I can't blame her for breaking down ? a month isn't long in the grieving process.

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