The context of the following conversation is After being away from home for a long time, Bailey realized she loved her pets dearly.:
Bailey says I drove out to mom and dads and picked up my cat and my bird yesterday.
The friend responds What made you decide to do that.
Bailey responds I went into a pet store and realized that I really miss them a lot.
The friend responds Why haven't you been able to see them?.
Bailey responds I have been away from home now for a long time and thought I would just get new pets.
The friend responds I understand, pets are family and we tend to love them as so, I'm glad you have them now!.