TravelingChris Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I hate being responsible and having to make this decision. My Siamese cat is older than my two girls and we got him when he was nine weeks old and my son was three. My cat has cardiomyopathy and most likely some form of cancer according to the vets and my research. In the last eight months, he has lost almost 70% of his weight. He ate a few tiny flecks today and had trouble drinking water. He also looks like walking, standing, sitting and even lying down are uncomfortable or downright painful. My dh is away and I decided when he was having trouble drinking water that it was time. At least my girls, though understand that he is dying and suffering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in the Kootenays Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 :grouphug: I'm going to have to do that to my old dog someday soon. It will be hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm so sorry. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I am so sorry. My mom had to take my cat in when I was away at work. I think it was harder on my mom than on me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obi-Mom Kenobi Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm sorry to hear that you've had to make such a tough decision. My heart goes out to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soph the vet Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 So sorry, Christina. Sounds like you are making the most merciful decision for your kitty. We always wish they could talk so they could tell us how much they are or aren't suffering.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beansprouts Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I am sorry, Christina. I know it is hard. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm so sorry, it's never easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle T Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Sounds like you are doing the right thing. Your kitty will be waiting at the Rainbow Bridge. Michelle T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paula in PA Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 :grouphug: Try to remember and talk about all the happy memories of him. It helps so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen500 Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm sorry, I know it's soooo hard to make this decision, even when you know it's best. :grouphug: to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vida Winter Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Christina, My prayers are with you. I'm so sorry. I've had to do the same thing more than once, and it is heartbreaking. But they do have a way of telling you when it's time, don't they? :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: ~Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Laurie Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm so sorry, it's a very hard thing to have to do. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm so sorry. My sister called yesterday to tell me she was going to have to put her dog down today, too. He's quite old, lived a good life, was a great companion for her. My dh and I aren't 'pet people', but we still do understand how hard it must be. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Katia Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Oh, Christina, I'm so sorry. This is so hard. I had to make this same decision last October for my precious baby kitty of 19 years. The wonderful girls here told me to picture her in a place where she was free of pain, totally healthy and happily playing. It helped (still helps) a lot. I know she is waiting for me. :grouphug: Your kitty will be waiting for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homeschoolmom Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 :grouphug: So sorry. It's hard saying goodbye to a beloved friend and family member but you are doing the best thing for him given his pain and discomfort. I just went through this this past Spring and I found creating a memory board for my cat (see avatar) very therapeutic/comforting. Sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm sorry :angelsad2: Big hugs from one cat lover to another :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Once Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm sorry. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E_Edgerton Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 Sorry to hear this...just try to remember all the joy your furry friend has given you!:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SapphireStitch Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I hate being responsible and having to make this decision. My Siamese cat is older than my two girls and we got him when he was nine weeks old and my son was three. My cat has cardiomyopathy and most likely some form of cancer according to the vets and my research. In the last eight months, he has lost almost 70% of his weight. He ate a few tiny flecks today and had trouble drinking water. He also looks like walking, standing, sitting and even lying down are uncomfortable or downright painful. My dh is away and I decided when he was having trouble drinking water that it was time. At least my girls, though understand that he is dying and suffering. :grouphug: I'm so sorry; I know how hard it is to lose a furry friend...and to have to be the one to make that hard decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted October 21, 2008 Author Share Posted October 21, 2008 Thanks for all the thoughts and prayers. You all did really help make it easier. I know it was the right thing to do because once they can't drink water, it would be a painful death. He was so tired he didn't even complain as the doctor gently pulled his leg for the shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmamainva Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm so sorry!! :grouphug: We've had to make that decision before, too!! It's such a hard one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zelda Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmrich Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I am so sorry. Take some time to remember you special cat. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 I'm sorry! :grouphug: We had to put our 14 year old cat down 2 months ago. We all went and sat with him, talking to him and petting him as he drifted off to sleep. Everyone had the choice and they all chose to be with him. We're still trying to get used to him not being around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura in VA Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 :grouphug: I'm sorry, Christina. It's so hard to lose a pet. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gretchen in NJ Posted October 21, 2008 Share Posted October 21, 2008 :grouphug: I am so sorry. It must be very hard for you to do. We have only had fish die here.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom to Aly Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 I'm so sorry!!! If it helps, you can have this done at home by some vets. It might make it easier on you and your cat. So, so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in Orlando Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 Oh Christina, I'm so sad to read this, but I think you did the right thing. ((())) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 Oh, poor sweet kitty. :( I'm so sorry. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jensway Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 Sorry about your loss. :grouphug: We had to put our 14 yr old dog down last month. It never gets easier having had to do this for several of our pets. After the initial day of crying here, my son says "he misses her and is sad, but knows that we did the right and best thing for her." As I am sure you have as well. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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