18-Year Relationship Ended Today...

...when I had my dear old cat, Puss Puss put down this morning. I had her for 18 years. Last night I bathed her and used the blow dryer and brush on her matted fur, and she didn't even try to fight me. I knew then that it was time for her to go. We saved her life three times; when I adopted her as a stray, when we paid for very expensive exploratory surgery that resulted in a hysterectomy and when we paid for very expensive supplements to combat a severe case of megacolon.

She was a very loving cat to everyone except me...probably because I was the one who administered her medication, cleaned her bed, litter box, bathed and brushed her, etc., and she fought me like a tigress every time until the last time.

My dear husband and I have been crying on and off all day. I've never lived with anyone longer, and I miss her.

She's the one in my avatar.

Oh my.  Sorry to hear that.

S

I am so sorry for your loss.  

Our dear pets have a way of getting into our hearts and I thank God for their love and companionship.   

(((((Jamie)))))

... and we always remember them.

I was just talking about my kitty today.  He's been gone for over 3 years.

Sorry to hear this sad news.

-Aude.

I believe that the only cure for what is ailing you right now is to replace your pet with one in more need.  Your shelter can provide you with another soulmate.  In our house, we just wait patiently and animals simply appear at our door.  We have two cats that get on each others nerves, so we decided to make it worse by throwing a hairy teacup chihuahua into the mix. (all were newborns)  The chasing around the entire house all day is a sight to see.  The dog is such a shit disturber.

On a sad note, we had to put to rest an older cat we rescued many years ago. She had a bad habit of chewing herself 'till she bled everywhere.  Her name was "Tribble".  Looked like one of those tribbles from that old episode of Star Trek.  We had her for about 10 years.

My condolences to you .   Bill.

I had my dear old cat, Puss Puss put down this morning. I had her for 18 years.

I'm so sorry.

I remember several months ago, you and I found out on a thread that we both had older cats named Puss Puss... I lost mine 2 months ago, she was also 18. 

My heart goes out to you, we get so attached.  Just yesterday I could have sworn I heard her meow.

(((Hugs))) 

Cas

Aw, Hon, I'm so sorry.  I know how that feels.  They are family, no doubt about it.

Rest in peace as only a cat knows how, and pounce with utter abandon on all the little angel mice, Puss Puss!

Love,
Baba.

Sorry for the loss of Puss Puss.  (((((Jamie)))))

Philip

  JAMIE- I'm so sorry for the loss of your cat. Hugs to you and your husband from my wife and me. We've had cats and dogs for years and it's really hard losing a pet you are close to for so many years. Hang in there , it takes time . Sincerely, Mr. Flipper

Love to you.

I love my cat too.

Confession

So sorry for the loss.  She was a good cat.

Aw :( So sorry to hear about your cat ((hugs)).....At least you gave her a comfortable life with lots of love. Now she's at peace.

This is a very tough subject. My wife had to bury her cat from her youth. The idea of puting her down took all three of her family to do it.

It's been a few years and we are now in a position to recieve a few more feline roommates

Oh so sorry to hear that...since I got my cat last week I can now relate to your pain coz I'm already afraid something will happen to her and I love her so much!

I'm sure Puss Puss had a great and long life with you. Puss means Kiss in Swedish

From one cat lover to another - I'm sorry for your loss.  It's okay to cry.

we have some candidates we hope to adopt. I spoiled my wife so much and the fact that I will be living with three very spoiled females is a dreadful fate to meet.

Sorry, jamie.

On my walk 8 hours ago I saw a replica of my dearly departed guy tom orange fat cat. He was sitting in the middle of the street staring at me [you know how they do].

I miss him just as you do your sweety. So sorry. 

Love,

CoCo Cat

Wha happened...my brother lives in L.A. and he has a few cats he wants ot get rid of...interested?

Snoozy

I am so sorry Jamie. I remember when our cat had to be put down at the age of 17 he was almost 18. Just thinking of it three and a half years latter makes me cry now. I loved him so much. He got me through so much in the JW world. When my husband was always gone to elders meetings when we were first married Henry was there for me. 

He was my word in so many ways unlike humans he alway forgave me and showed me love. Our little fury friends are what makes life worth living. Like Mrs. Flipper calls them little angles and I believe they are.

I wish I could say it get easier as time goes on but each one is so different that the hole they leave in your heart is always there but time does help heal some.

My heart goes out to you. LITS

     I know that was hard but I think it was time. She has been through alot with you, memories that you can keep. Take care.