[MiniSnowta]

Hello everyone~
I am really sad, tonight we took one of our cats in to the Vet. and it turns out she was extremely sick...kidney failure and much, much more. We made the extremely hard decision to have her euthanized. My hubby and I got her 6 months after we had been married (10.5 yrs ago). I am really sad. I know you pet lovers know what I mean....

[cjrogers]

uggh... (((hugs))) to you guys. I am so very sorry.... just know that you gave your f-baby a great life up to the end... Just know that she's over the rainbow bridge and in kitty heaven...

I have many pets and love them all as (some as much or more than (some!) people!! Check this if you're feelin' down: Pet Loss Grief Support, Rainbow Bridge, Monday Candle Ceremony,

[cjrogers]

Another note: In the past I've read this a little bit and it always makes me feel better: Warning - tear jerker.

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

[robandjulie]

Mini - so sorry to hear of your loss.

[jules17]

I am so very sorry.

Our animals are such a big part of our family. It is always very painful to lose a loved one.

Sending you big hugs tonight. Be good to yourself during this difficult time.

[ANTY-YAYAH]

Im sorry to hear about the kitty. Sending Hugs to you!

[dspakowsky]

That's heartbreaking... I'm sorry for your loss. It took us a couple years to not feel the pain from the loss of our cat. I hope you feel better sooner than that, and know your kitty had a wonderful life with you.

[DDAmasa]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm always devastated when I lose a beloved pet. I carry with me the hope that they will be waiting on the other side with all our lost loved ones. I don't believe God will deny his children or their devoted companions that joy.

[swjp]

I am sorry about your kitty; it is so hard to lose our darlings. You gave her a great life.

[Jbones3]

I am so very very sorry. I had to put down my childhood pet (cat) a few years ago - his name was Bootsie. It was so hard and I still think of him...

Praying that God gives you peace and comfort.

[My Isela]

I am so sorry that you had to make that decision. It's so hard to say goodbye to them...My husband and I had to do the same thing for our 12 year old dog a few weeks ago. I still have days where I think of her and cry a bit.
They are such a wonderful part of our lives....allow yourself some time to "grieve".
Sending hugs your way

[MiniSnowta]

today is really hard, the emotion is raw. I am crying because I miss my cat, but trying to stay strong for my daughter (will be 4 in July). Luckily my friend is going to come pick up my daughter for a play date with her son. Maybe I can try to sleep then for a while......

[Travelkid]

I am so, so sorry. Being an animal lover and the proud mommy of two 13 yo kitties, my heart breaks for you. Be kind to yourself and I hope the memories help you heal....

[DeeVee]

I am so sorry. I know how hard it is to lose your sweet furbaby. Praying God will give you comfort. (((hugs)))

[WaitingforBrian]

I have been avoiding answering this post becausewe lost our beloved dog last year. Now we have a different beloved dog and cat but we will never forget our first 'baby' while we waited for our DD. I still get upset when I think about her. HUGS to you. I used to console myself by recognising that I gave our dog a good life and that it was my place to continue to do that for another dog, so we got a kitten!!!!! and then the puppy and they are great friends. More HUGS. B.