Support services are available 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday and 11am - 5pm Saturday. I figured a year was long enough for my grief to dissipate, and it really seemed that way, until we started looking at shelters for new cat friends. We we’re told she died of Cancer, Mammory Cancer. – – and I will try to think more about the countless fun and precious times … then about the fact that you are gone from my physical world forever now. These articles might help provide some resources and insights as well: https://www.catster.com/lifestyle/loss-of-a-cat-pet-death-grief-ever-go-away A cat owner knows what's the feeling like when he lose a beloved cat. The neighbor took me to the vet but the scull, chin and other areas proved so much damaged that I let him go. It meant Dobby could be with us! I just keep of thinking of all the pain he was in. In the middle of it, she developed diarrhea. I fell asleep, he was in my loving arms. Yesterday, I had to make the difficult decision to say goodbye to my 12.5 year old male cat Spencer. Now, the house is empty without him. We just needed to put our lovely Nino of 18 years to sleep. Started by tgrr in Pet Loss Support. It sucks. I’ve lost quite a few but one was the absolute love of my life! I go around the house when I’m alone and cry out for her. All proceeds go to animal welfare charities. Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together. I am trying hard to keep my sanity for the others. It is a pain you wish you could escape and there is not a thing you can do. That was on Thursday. He had a heart murmur, kidney disease, athritis, stomach problems and dental issues. I simply can’t fathom that. I have searched for her extensively ever since, to no avail. I want to honor her and give my love to another kitty. I will always hold her in my heart until the end of time. I had her for half of my life and the emptiness without her is killing me inside. Or the loving bond we had? I feel very lucky to have had in my life and I owe him everything. My dad died Inn 2010 then my mom In 2013 . A sweeter cat there never was. We held him close and told him how much we love him and how much joy he brought us as she put him to sleep. In your heart you will know when it will be the right time to think about another lovely cat to share your life with you. I was always stepping on him and he was always screeching when I stepped on him. I let her out of my room on days when my sister wasn’t around so she could play with the others and have a blast of a time. So sorry for your loss, it’s so heartbreaking when they die, I’ve just been through it. https://www.catster.com/lifestyle/loss-of-a-pet-cat-sudden-unexpected-death-grief-coping We loved her so much. Maisie was only 12 but Maine coon cats can sometimes get this neurological problem. I lost my world three days ago in the shape of a cute fluffy fur ball called Tilley, best friend, confidante, the ‘person’ who was always there for me. I’ve had him since he was a kitten from the RSPCA. His owner said she’d never seen him like that with anyone. Letting us know we’re not alone with our feelings. var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; She was fine the night before running around like she usually did, jumped up on the bathroom sink for water, slept a lot. Some opinions say they are the smartest ones. I had to take the new cat back to the RSPCA. She suggested maybe X-rays-maybe he had cancer. I am so sorry for your loss. I replay the moment in my mind wondering if I could have done something more. Hi Eddie, Your email address will not be published. This just happened to us with our sweet 12 year old cat Meadow. He was only with us for 4 years. We adopted him and he sleeps in our bed. I believe animals are angels in our lives and cannot understand why tgey gave to suffer. I decided to lay on the couch with her for a bit and after about 15 minutes, she went to lay in her bed in the corner. He made me laugh a lot. He was 16 years, 4 months, and I’m grateful for every day with him, since the day I rescued him as a 9-month old from underneath a parked car on a rainy night in NYC years ago. Thank you for sharing your heart too. As soon as the vet opened we took him over. But I was blessed with beating the odds and surviving until retirement. After that, Marmalade was literally all I had left and now I feel like I’m trying to force myself and this new cat to fill a void that cannot be forced. Now there’s a little runt kitten who is not only working her way to be a beautiful cat, but has my husband wrapped around her tiny paw. I’m no good to my cats if I’m a mess. I have depression too. I bought a toy for her even though I know she is gone. I have so much guilt about things I could have done or not done to save her life. He loved ear and rump scratches. He had cancer over a year and half ago and was operated on, unfortunately the cancer returned on his kidneys in June of this year. I don’t know what to do. I got him at 47; now I’m 65, retired, and won’t get another. Not fair for her to suffer illness just so that I can keep snuggling with her pretty plump self. My husband just says “You can call him any name, he’s not gonna care. Love everyone! I just don’t think I’ll ever get through my situation. Knowing he’s not in pain and in peace helps my mind, but my heart aches still for him. Not sure how I will ever get over this. Piewacket, you’ll sadly be missed, but never forgotten! At least she doesn’t have to hurt anymore. We are doing acts of LOVE. I had to have my lovely cat Mittens put to sleep on 19th December & I am still feeling devastated and going through the grieving process. He was a stray that claimed me as his owner when he sat on my lap and didnt get off for the whole day. I lost my best friend today. My beloved Maisie went on a long sleep the Sunday before Christmas day.A week before her back legs had become very shaky. I found a wee kitten outdoors and took him in. I expect this cat to be different and will learn it’s ways but as I look around, there should be a cat living here. In my unprofessional opinion… Just a couple days is not enough time. I lost my 14 year old baby kitty Misu on august 7, 2018 also to cancer. Take time to get over your grief for Miss Marmalade and try to get a cat, who has different colouring and looks different to your last cat. Hi Elizabeth, I’m so sorry for your loss. How about getting a much older cat? She went outside every day to climb and explore and play. On Wed he seemed lethargic. It felt so important to open our home to a cat who needed a safe and loving home. You took her home, let her start getting adjusted to your home and you, then took her back. She also had a blood clot in her left hind leg and labored breathing. I too am grieving the loss of my grey kitty Smoke. I simply did not realize how emotionally dependent I have been on her all these years. I took her back to the vet, they re-sutured it. He was very special and gave me unconditional love. So I know how you feel and send my sympathy to you & your family. Since my husband died 6 years ago she has been part of him I adored her I lost my beloved Micah on Monday. Thank you. I know it was the right devision but it doesn’t make my heart hurt any less.. these stories are helpful .. I was 60 yrs old. As I am self employed he was with me every day. If you have recently lost a dearly loved animal companion, these may help... Paws to Listen - Cats Protection's grief support service If you’re experiencing pet-related grief you can call Cats Protection’s free, confidential phone line to talk to one of their trained, volunteer listeners. Till then, rest in peace my sweetest baby. He was making strange cat sounds through his mouth and he couldn’t move his rear legs. https://www.catster.com/lifestyle/loss-of-a-pet-cat-death-grieving-lessons My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time and I have faith we will get through it ❤️. Our Remembrance Gallery has been set up to honour special cats who have left a pawprint on human hearts, and in their memory, helping other cats in need: Remembrance Page - Cat Tributes. I would keep her and let her grow into the space. They were both under routine vet care and all the testing that goes along with that. Our 2 new family members have brought a lot of joy, laughter and have kept me busy! I remember saying to him ” Meaty – I love you and I know that you love me…I really love you Meaty”. My mom helped me by taking her to the vet the next morning to put her to sleep, as I was too emotional to do it myself. I will say that having ashes makes it feel better and brings closure, for some reason. I know it gets easier with time. I have to clean and store her water bowl and food bowls. She was 14. He had answers to questions you might ask him. I wish you well and I understand in time, as with for all bereaved cat lovers, the pain will subside and the glorious appreciation of the wonderful years of that very special relationship will provide enough comfort. Wendy, I know the feeling. Mine has been missing since November 6th. I try to comfort her more and let her have more freedoms. I guess the best advice, above, is to remember all the joy and not just the loss. I lost my beautiful cat, Monkey 24 days ago. Had a very strong bond with my 14 year old cat Baby. This is my 1st night without her at the foot of my bed. I am having similar feelings of regretting adopting, because I can hardly look at them without sobbing. He was a wonderful, intelligent, loving and happy all black cat – just under 3 years old. The same goes for me. We had to wait for a little bit for Karen the runt to be brought in. My husband and I came home to find him sprawled out on the floor with no use of his hind legs and labored breathing. I got him his meds and fed him what he needed. You did the right thing and I also take solace in knowing my Kitti will not have to suffer. It feels wrong and very lonely. Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement We are all professionally trained volunteers in pet bereavement counseling, and are here for you. RIP Panda you lived a short but beautiful life. It’s never easy letting go after losing a cat. He was 17 as well and had thyroid, kidney and glaucoma disease. Please allow yourself to grieve. AMC Pet Loss Support Group Due to AMC’s social distancing efforts, the Pet Loss Support Group will be conducted online via Zoom meetings, beginning April 2nd. How will I know? We were away last week and left him with the same pet sitter we always do. My hubby and I lost one of our kitties March 5th. In fact, as I will discuss later, grieving usually involves the loss of many different things. But, where to we go from here? Paws to Listen - Cats Protection's grief support service If you’re experiencing pet-related grief you can call Cats Protection’s free, confidential phone line to talk to one of their trained, volunteer listeners. In addition, cats often live into their late teens or early twenties so they are in our lives for a very long time. My son hasent grieved for her yet. It is a very difficult de-programming. Not someone else. We think it was the highest show of love to help him go in this way and stop his suffering. I’m miserably crying as I write this. Finding this site has been a Godsend – I’m sure my family think I’m being overly dramatic but the grief I feel is immense. We had to put him to sleep on Sunday Nov 11, 2018. I’ll never forget…. Marzipan or Skirmish as I called him was my studio buddy, friend & shadow most of the day. I will love you forever you special smart and funny little cat. It can help greatly to talk to others who understand: www.catchat.org/felineforum, The Ease Animal Charity EASE provides a pet bereavement support service for those who have lost a dear companion animal. But we couldn’t bring him home if he couldn’t’ walk-that would’ve been cruel. 2019. Instead, find people who understand and are respectful of your loss of a pet and the grief process, whether they love cats or not. He talked to us when he wanted us to know something..he was so smart he KNEW that we loved him and that we were there to take care of him. He was fine and without warning, he started scooting his butt across the rug. I cried so much lately. But i do have some sort relief that he went to sleep so close to me and very peaceful. Though I am sure it was hard for you, your cat died in the arms of the person she loved the most: This past week she deteriorated, she ate less and less than just drank water. Still Not Sleeping Well - The Nights are Brutal He was finally free of pain. While I have other cats she will forever remain “Smoke Baby” and I miss her dearly right now! Travelled the country with us in his carrier for hours, never complaining. Daisy was there all the time. I knew Kitti had a heart condition but she lived three more years after being diagnosed. I just lost my 9-month-old kitten exactly 24 hours ago. He was my sixth cat. I feel your grief and hope you know that someone else feels your pain. My only consolation is that he died fast. But I couldn’t risk that she would suffer, or suddenly appear to be in pain perhaps in the middle of the night, so we took her to our sweet vet and held and pet her as she was put to sleep. We called our vet and took him to the vet ER. He & I traveled everywhere together and my grief of his loss is still heartbreaking. While there are no words that can possibly scale the breadth of one’s grief, may we gently suggest a few grief support resources that may help to support your journey in the coming days. HE ran to the corner of the room with his paws sprawled out and panting. She was very fortunate to have you and you her. https://www.catster.com/lifestyle/loss-of-a-cat-pet-death-grief-ever-go-away She had been at the rescue for over one year and I felt so bad for her. That was on a Sunday. I knew on the 4th because he was restless and not eating. Macy would have been five years old next month. I always thanked her for choosing me. She must know you are grieving and maybe reacting to that. I thought he broke it. We’ve had many cats but she was extra special. But I noticed he was trying to tell me he was in pain. In Canada: Visit Pacific Animal Therapy Society’s Grief Resources. It’s been over a month and each day I break down with tears as a result of something that triggers a memory. She was always a healthy cat until late October when agressve intestinal cancer came on and now it’s spreading and she’s breathing a little heavy. https://www.catster.com/lifestyle/loss-of-a-pet-cat-death-grieving-lessons, https://www.catster.com/cat-behavior/how-to-help-a-grieving-cat She was almost 14, she was diagnosed 1 1/2 weeks before with lymphoma,she got so sick, so fast, my husband and I wouldn’t let her suffer. The vet rushed him to the back to do a xray and put him on oxygen. He died in my arms and I have never felt so empty and sad. I lost a piece of my heart when I lost my precious boy! I too had to put my baby girl, Coco to sleep on 9/26/18. Stay informed! It feels like sheer agony and missing him like crazy. we are having him cremated so we can keep him close to us. I had to let my darling Lexi go on October 11th. Sweet baby that loved to play. And I’m afraid it was a huge mistake. It was the most horrific thing I have ever experienced. 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