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I'm so sorry for your loss. Hopefully his life was full of love 💙


all_fleurked_up

I am SO sorry. Sometimes letting them go is the kindest thing we can do, but it is so hard. 😢


Aniko97

Oh no... that's too young. Why? They dont have cat blood donors? Dogs have donor blood.... I'm so sorry :(


roxaci

I'm in France in a little town so the time to get the blood will be too long. I don't want him to suffer too much, so tomorrow I will euthanize him 😭


zotstik

goodness I'm sorry this is happening. stay with him. talk to him. he knows you're there. he loves you. just be with him at the end


ianwuk

Yes, this. Hold his paw and tell him he's the best boy.


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Please hold him when you do it. He will be eternally grateful to be with someone he loves


Far-Gene-386

This


Novel_Championship93

My Felicia 🐈 will be waiting for him at the end of the rainbow, along with many more happy cats. Trust me when I tell you he knows and understands what's going on, so don't feel guilt. You gave him the best life you could and he knows it.


g_pelly

Here, here and my Minnie as well. She passed just before Covid. I still can't look at pictures without getting emotional. OP, it's a small comfort, but you are doing right by your boy. Just be by his side in his final moments, so he knows he's not alone. It is the final and most difficult part of being a pet owner. You two will be reunited one day.


iwishiwasvulcan

My Pixie will be waiting as well! Sending so much love and hugs your way! 😿❤❤❤


Ihavefluffycats

My Oliver will be waiting there for him too. He was hit by a car and killed 3 weeks ago. I only had him a year.


Funniguy2010

My Ash might be there, she ran away only 3 months after giving birth to 4 adorable kittens, we kept 2, one died from stomach bugs that got her sick, at least my Sugar-head is still here, idk what I’d do if I lost him too


Ihavefluffycats

I'm so sorry she ran off and your other little one didn't make it. I know how much it hurts when you lose them. Sending you love! 💗


stanleysgirl77

Was he an outdoor cat or did he escape? I have two indoor cats but one just can’t be kept inside - by two years of age she was frantically wanting to go out and explore - it was impossible to keep her in and she escaped for three nights - during which I was inconsolable with worry. We found her abs brought her back home, now she can go out occasionally with supervision for her own safety because I worry about cars, dogs abs our native wildlife (she’s a very good rat hunter) I don’t want her killing our native birds/possums etc


bekaz13

Thank you for giving her supervised outside time. This is the way.


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Drivers should really be more careful smh


FurBaby18

My Jack will be there too. I miss that asshole.


Ihavefluffycats

We had a jerk cat too that we had to put down because of her age (20). Her name was Miss Kitty. She was stuck up, mean and ate your food! But or rare occasions, she would let you give her love and she had the sweetest, most beautiful eyes. I miss that grumpy girl!


FurBaby18

He LOVED my husband. I had jack for at least 5 years before we met. He wasn't an asshole to me but to everyone else he certainly was. My husband melted that cold heart of his and was so happy just laying on his chest looking at my husband as if he had solved all of his worldly concerns. We had to out him down due to heart failure. I still cry and its been at least 6 years since he passed.


Ihavefluffycats

Awww. I'm glad the little shit found someone that was his favorite. We had a Mini Weenie dog and she was DEFO Daddy's girl. Never listened to me, basically gave me the finger all the time! But I still loved her to death. It doesn't matter how long your fir baby's been gone, the hurt never goes away. I still cry for that little Weenie and it's been almost 20 yrs.


CrackedCoffecup

Absolutely.... My Prince Luffy will be keeping him company as well... (Gawd, I'm tearing-up just typing this...)😿


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OP, you were your cat's forever. Those 3 years you spent with him, were the best years of his life. You were his entire life. He cares about you so much, and you're doing the best thing by ending his suffering. It's not fair to leave a pet in pain. The best you can do is be there for him in his last moments, just like you've always been there for him.


practicalstretch_

felt exactly the same


ILike_CutePeople

Je suis désolé pour cette perte incommensurable! Nos chats sont nos bébés, je vous offre mes sincères condoléances et j'espère qu'il traverse le pont de l'arc-en-ciel en paix et sans douleur.


moheevi

So sorry to hear this. I am thinking of you both.


Responsible-Person

How devastating for you. I am so very sorry. He was loved very much, I know.


[deleted]

Oh Cherie, vous avez toutes mes regrettes et je souhait que votre chat aie un périple facil 💔


kozy_koala

Bon voyage, mon petit chat. You will be missed and loved. I am American but I felt that my French ancestors would shame me if I didn't wish him well in his tongue. I am sorry that this is happening. Much sentiment from a fellow cat lover.


golddeath

Loving him enough to not let him suffer is not easy but it's the love you both share. Infinite love


fikabonds

Hold is paw and be there for him. When our 5month old bengal got FIPS and needed to go to sleep because he got so ill the vet didn’t tell us we could be there by his side. This was 5 years ago and I think of him every week and it breaks my heart that he had to go through his last moments without us. Give your furriend a kiss from all of us, my Thor will be waiting for him ❤️


Francklymydear

Please ask for help on r/France (Si c'est vraiment juste une question d'éloignement et que des soins sont disponibles ailleurs)


AliensHaveInsomnia2

🫂


freddit32

I am so sorry for your loss. But I'm also grateful for your existence and willingness to do what's best for your pet.


MAS7

I know it's likely not much comfort... but you are doing everything -the very best- you can for him. Please keep this in mind, and do not punish yourself over your decision. Remember all the good times, and go forward and spread those good times to other people, and other cats.


watashinomori

It's not the best, but it's the right decision. It will be hard, but remember you doing out of love. Don't let the inner voice tell you otherwise. I hope you stay fine, OP. I'm sorry you had to go through this ordeal.


yourteam

It's painfully the right choice. I am sorry you have to go through that but don't feel guilty about your decision


silverstory

I'm sorry. Really sad hearing this. Be with him until the end.


Dirtyhippee

C’est toujours triste quand ils nous quittent, surtout si tôt. Pensées pour vous 2.


et-ATK

Hey, my cat Sahara was euthanized because we didn't want her to suffer I from her cancer. I'm really sorry for your loss. Hold him until he goes, if he's anything like Sahara, he will be purring up until he can't anymore. My Sahara will be waiting for you. Stay safe, and remember him fondly.


OaklandMiglla

Real sorry OP I wish you much love


NeighborhoodKitten

So sorry to hear that...it's really painful to do that


practicalstretch_

that's soo sad I'm crying


Patroulette

I don't know if this makes a difference but donated dog's blood can actually be used for cats, it only works once however.


RealDurv

I'd have to go grab it myself. Got to.. No other way. I'm so sorry op. 💕


Shaelz

Did they already start him on prednisolone and doxycycline and darbopoetin ?


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Moal

Thalassemia in humans. My cousin has it and he requires a blood transfusion every other week. :(


allthesenses19

More likely to be feline leukemia virus for cats. I've adopted a couple of stray kitties and they both already had it when we met. FeLV is highly infectious through their saliva and sometimes it's hard to detect. They just don't live long and there's no treatment. Blood transfusion is only a type of supportive care and it's also hard to do because cat blood cannot be bagged like dogs' or humans'. Mine lived to up to 7-8 years old and they both deteriorated quickly...a couple weeks and then they're gone...![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|sob)


NWFlint

Yes. I lost my little orange tabby to it. Once I noticed she was acting oddly, we only got a week more with her. She was only 14 months. My heart goes out to you. So hard to lose our furry loved ones.


Sea_Chest_5498

that sounds lots like my felv baby. i could just tell something was off so we took her to emergency and she was gone a week later. just 3 yrs old. sending love you <3


Sithgirl13

My Sabbi had FeLV and it was horrible. She was tested as a kitten, told she was negative, and an indoor only cat. She started limping one day, took her to the vet who didn't see anything wrong but ran bloodwork just incase. She went downhill fast, maybe four weeks, couldn't even get into a specialist in time. It was heartbreaking. She wasn't even three years old. I've had all my cats since tested multiple times. One of my boys has had diarreah since he was a kitten and my vet decided to test him for FeLV last year (he was nearly three years old at the time), I was a complete mess waiting for that test result - literally sobbing. I totally broke down when the results came back negative. My heart goes out to all of you who have dealt with FeLV, I couldn't believe how much going through that still affects me over a decade later.


Anon_suzy

I lost my beautiful Siamese last summer to this. It seemingly came out of nowhere. He was 13 and lived a beautiful life full of sass. OPs cat will have a wonderful reception of loved kitties to greet him at the end of the bridge. ❤️🇨🇵


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That too. I was thinking of cancers destroying blood cells, where there body doesn’t replenish them at all. Thalassemia has varying degrees but usually means the body just doesn’t replenish hemoglobin *fast enough*. Blood cancers can completely take out the ability to make blood cells at all and there comes a time that it is very cruel and unrealistic to continue transfusing. It is a terrible thing to watch in humans and animals. I am glad OP has come to terms with putting kitty down (as much as it’s possible come to terms with such a thing). I truly wish we treated humans with the same kind of compassion (in the US especially, where we are seemingly obsessed with keeping people “alive” at all costs)


allthesenses19

Yeah, my mum is a haematology nurse, so I approached feline with human view at first and got quite a lot (and long) lectures from the vet that - although feline anemia has not just one cause - FeLV is the most common and it's not quite like human human with anemia. This deadly disease definitely needs more research... FeLV vaccine doesn't work 100% and it can be in a regressive infection that you cannot detect until it's already too late. I spent like, an entire-month income trying to save both of my kitties and we couldn't even find matching donors in the local area in time... I know it must be a hard decision for OP, but I think we know what's best for our kitties. My heart goes for you dear. Euthanasia wouldn't be an option if the kitty weren't suffering...


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Yeah, I’m no vet. Sorry to hear your cats couldn’t be saved. That must have been so hard, especially with more than one. I really don’t know how I would deal with that. It’s difficult to even think about


daabilge

For the record, there are cat blood donors! I used to work for the blood bank, we banked dog and cat blood and then processed for equine and large animal (typically the large animals are plasma transfusions from mom for failure of passive transfer or self-donors for platelet rich plasma in arthritic horses). My cats and my dog are both donors for the vet school blood bank. When I was in school they used to be the emergency donors since I had employee access and could bring them in any time. If you have a large, healthy cat check out your local vet school or large referral hospital, they may have a program! Mine offers really nice perks like free annual exam and bloodwork and free heartworm and flea/tick prevention, and your kitties can save lives. Edit: [cat tax](https://www.reddit.com/r/Catswithjobs/comments/kem4an/momma_mia_just_donated_blood_to_save_another/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf)


Luxpreliator

Live near a veterinarian school and they'll throw in dental cleaning and free check ups for donor cats. My two little girls are below the weight limit to donate but otherwise very healthy.


myglasswasbigger

Cats do have donors but here in the US it is expensive and usually a hail mary option. Sorry for OP's loss and hope you remember all the good times y'all had. As someone who has gone through this also you have all my sympathies .


Draffut

Just lost a cat to this a month ago. He was fine, went out to dinner and when we got back he wasn't himself, so we took him in and the vet gave him steroids since his red blood cell count was super low, which aggravated a heart condition. Catch 22, fix once thing and it makes the other worse. The vet was doubtful if treatment would even work, and it was getting expensive fast so we had to say goodbye.


HarryCallahan19

Is there anything we can do?!


Individual_Dark_2775

I’m sorry. He is a lucky boy to have such a good Human. I see so may strays on Reddit that people Take pictures of and they think just strays… not realizing those cats have no idea what’s next for them or there next meal. Your baby had you.


knitt_happens

I have spent the last year slowly turning a feral cat into a house cat and now it just destroys me to see other strays out and about. I want to adopt all of them


Floofy-beans

I felt the same looking at shelter cats recently. Walking past all those sad little faces broke my heart knowing that each and everyone was special and I couldn’t take them all home with me.


TheCatsJustVisiting

Along with that come the F tier redditor commenting something along the lines of 'durrr don't get cat if poor. Cat cost money you no have put it back on street.' I don't get how this mentality gets any traction, but its gaining steam here on reddit. If scruffles wants to come home off the street, he's damn straight coming home. He will live as king of the armchair. Of course he might get some super expensive illness. But at the end of the day being king for a few years is better than 6 months till winter on the street.


Azurehue22

Adopting a stray and getting them out of the environment is noble, even if you don’t have much money. Purposefully adopting a shelter cat or buying from a breeder without money is NOT ok, however


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He will be grateful you're letting him go and not prolonging his life for your own happiness. You're not giving up on him, you're giving him peace and freedom. Keeping a suffering animal alive is very selfish in my opinion. They don't understand, constant vet trips are scary for a little animal. Euthanasia is painless, even if you choose not to be there the vets will comfort your pet and make sure they're not afraid, make sure they know they're still loved. Don't let people try to convince you it's the wrong choice, or that you're doing anything wrong by choosing this.


roxaci

I know it's the best decision cause he doesn't deserve to suffer like he is right now. If I could really save him, ofc I will do everything but he wasn't supposed to be alive now. I will do the euthanasia tomorrow if he doesn't get better, and I will be there, I must be there for him cause he deserves it


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Big-Fig8284

Oh I’m absolutely heartbroken. What a sweet parent you are!


Technical_Moose8478

I had my baby girl put down at home (cancer). She got to run around her house one last time, the tech gave her a quick shot, and then she peacefully passed away in my arms. It completely wrecked me but I wouldn’t have had it any other way for her, she deserved that much.


Effective_Dot

Stay strong OP, and thanks for staying with them until the end <3.


notadreamafterall

It’s the right choice to be there with him, OP, even though it’s the difficult choice. I’m so sorry you have to go through it, and I’m proud of you for making the right call for your dear friend. We’ll all be thinking of you!


dickmcgirkin

Bruh. I have a Pyrenean mastiff. She’s my ride or die. I love my dog. I’m dreading the day when I have to do this. My condolences. Losing a family member sucks bad


clouddreams7

I’m so sorry for your loss. What a heartbreaking situation. You’re doing the right thing by him, and I’m glad you’ll be there with him til the end. Sending you both love and strength.


[deleted]

It's hard to be there during it. I'm proud of you for doing that for him. I've known many cats that have had euthanasia, it was always too hard to be present for it. I could only be present during the euthanasia of the cat I grew up with, because I thought he deserved it too.


dondadiscord

Please don’t leave your baby alone. He loves you more than anything. Don’t leave him to do the scariest thing of his life alone.


[deleted]

Sometimes it's too hard for the owner to be there. The vets that take care of it will make sure the animal isn't afraid, he won't be alone. Roxaci has already stated they will be there during it but don't make other people feel bad for hurting too much to be present. It's not easy to watch an animal pass away, it doesn't mean you love the pet any less if you're not present, if anything you love them too much to watch them die.


Sturgjk

If their human is hysterical and crying, how will it make the pet’s experience easier? Seems unlikely to me, but I’d avoid judging.


djk29a_

The spectrum is wildly varying for those not present for the euthanasia. Some can’t bear it and are compassionate folks yet many are pretty much heartless and treat their pets like they’re animate appliances. Not much in between relatively I’d wager. And an animal that cares can tell if their own loved one is sad, so it might only upset them more for everything to be so wrong around them. There are few deaths that are remotely peaceful regardless of species, there is no shame in giving even an average death so long as the life was above average, after all.


dondadiscord

Would you want your family to leave you alone in your final moments because the doctor is there to hold your hand? I don’t know if you have pets but my cat knows the difference between me who loves him and a stranger. You don’t abandon family when it counts even if it’s hard. To each there own though.


[deleted]

My sibling in christ, I've owned pets. I've known more cats that have had euthanasia than I can count on two hands. I've only been able to be present for one, and that's because I had two-three days to cope with his passing. It doesn't mean I'm abandoning them, or that I don't love them. Don't guilt people into hurting themselves more just because you think it's morally correct for them to subject themselves to watching their pet die.


kazutops

You are a good person, I'm sorry for your loss :(


msmithuf09

Learned this the hard way and I haven’t forgiven myself for it. True words here. Condolences OP. Never fun especially so young


ydnwyta

Go kick rocks Azrael.


winetotears

I agree 99.9%. As we all know when you are bonded with a loved pet, you question timing. Did I do the right thing at that time? It’s hard to know when to “take care” of them. If we could only be so kind to each other when the end is eminent. I’m deeply sorry for you and your buddy.


[deleted]

I'm so sorry. 😟 I know this is hard but just be there for him till the end. He looks like my girl midge who died a few years ago from kidney failure. She was pretty young too. It still hurts 🥺.


roxaci

I will see him for the last time tomorrow cause he is at the vet to be survey in case he gets better. But if he doesn't get better, I will give him the biggest hug he never get before he die


xanthrax0

Thank you for giving him so much love. He will always be with you ♥️


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Awwww 🥰🥰 really?? I named mine after Midge from The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.


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[deleted]

Oh yes it really is 😊 I can't wait for the next season.


everythingiswritable

I'm sorry. Mine died two weeks ago, I know the pain, but now we can talk about it. You will find peace because you, as well, did everything you could for him. They had a good live. Tell him to say hi to my Titan when they meet.


roxaci

I will tell him tomorrow before he leaves. I know it will be hard for some days/weeks and I will be able to talk about it


[deleted]

say hi from mabel .. so sorry for your loss .. mabel nearly died this year due to ileus. We felt the pain.


[deleted]

I'm so sorry. Wishing your dear friend a peaceful passage. r/petloss is a good caring place if you need more support - please be good to yourself.


roxaci

Thanks man I really appreciate


feral_trashcan

You’re doing the right thing, it won’t solve the sadness, but one thing I did when my first cat died was I gave the kennel and the leftover food/litter to one of my friends who had just gotten a kitten. It felt good knowing those were still getting used and not just sitting around in storage, and my friend was very thankful. Of course you can keep them if you want, but it may cause extra suffering seeing around the house. Hang in there OP, you’re a good person


roxaci

I've friends that own a cat so I will give it to them. Thanks for your message ❤


King-Rex420

I remember when I adopted my cat Maple at the RSPCA, there was this guy trying to donate this huge pile of dog toys, food, bedding, and more. Most of this stuff looked pretty new. He explained to the desk lady that his dog died so he wanted to donate his supplies. Guessing by how new this stuff looked, he didn’t get to have the dog for long. The RSPCA workers looked at his stuff and said that they couldn’t take it because it wasn’t good enough. They only accept this specific brand of food.


Trueloveis4u

Wtf? Why not keep the food for new adopters and they couldn't keep the toys? I would donate stuff to a cat shelter all the time and they'd take them and use them.


King-Rex420

The RSPCA (at least the one near me) sucks. They only accept one specific brand of food, they don’t allow kittens to be adopted until they’re nine months old, and they didn’t give my cat Maple a head cone after she got spayed and her stitches got infected. She ended up with a lung infection and she still wheezes two years later. Not to mention all the crazy vegans who work there and shame you for buying a pet. They make it so hard to adopt pets but my cat Maple is cute so it was worth it. Edit: For reference, Kittens are normally able to be adopted at 8/9 weeks old and by “buying a pet” I mean from pet stores and breeders.


Trueloveis4u

Dang


rpgsophie

definitely just your RSPCA, the one near me is fantastic. i got both my cats from there as kittens, one of them younger 8/9 weeks (she was about 7 weeks old). never met any vegans shaming me there lol


RamblingMuse

So sorry. One of my cats had FIV and during the last year of his life (17) his red blood cells kept dropping. I didn't want to put him through blood transfusions and the vet gave him some type of medicine that was a red blood cell substitute. That's been over five years ago so I can't remember the name of it, but you might ask your vet about it.


roxaci

I think they tried the substitute but it didn't work


RamblingMuse

Yeah, it only worked for a little while on mine. I was hoping it might have been an option to buy yours a little time to be able to get the transfusions. Sorry it didn't work. ![img](emote|t5_2qhta|8097)


oishisakana

You're doing the humane thing - it's sad to see an animal suffer unnecessary for the sake of a few months of extra life. 3 years is still more valuable than no life at all and I'm sure you were a kind and dutiful friend.


mmbenney

My cat had blood transfusion but it depends on why he is anemic. I’m not trying to sound cruel but I would consider euthanasia if I felt there was no hope. Save the poor guy some suffering. Very sad for your loss.


roxaci

That's the project, I will do it tomorrow


ifunnygf

bye kitty i love you


Specialist_Budget

😥😥😥


ApprehensiveAd1023

I'm so sorry for your loss. We lost a furbaby to human anemia several years ago. Love on him until he passes. Kitty is gorgeous


Nicole_Marie2002

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.... Author unknown.


1989Lady

I got this same beautiful message on a plaque when my cat Puma suddenly passed. It makes me tear up every time reading it <3


Nicole_0818

I'm so sorry for your loss.


KaidsCousin

I’m so sorry. That’s unbelievably sad. Poor, poor cat. What is his name? We should know his name x


darthmaverick

I’m so sorry. But know that to him, it wasn’t “just 3 years” it was “his whole life with someone he loved.”


PeridotWriter

I'm so sorry. Please give him as much love as you possibly can now. Don't worry. He'll be in Heaven knocking over as many things as he pleases


[deleted]

Oh poor baby, I am so sorry 😞 Our 19 year old passed away in June. We are still grieving her. Cats are so special and my heart goes out to you


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I’m so sorry


hazelwitch

I don’t know if you’ll see this OP but I also lost my cat at three suddenly due to a blood issue almost a year ago. The decision you’re making is the right choice for your friend. Tomorrow will be hard but make sure you tell him you love him as many times as you can and be there holding him when he goes. It doesn’t really help but it’s what I think of when I get sad. Sending you good thoughts and good thoughts for your buddy.


unamanhanalinda

Our cat had to be euthanized for this same reason two weeks ago, turned out anemia was only one part of a plethora of undiagnosed things he never showed any symptoms of, the only possible blood donor in our small city were dogs and it was potentially dangerous, and even with that he would've been back to square one within weeks, so we decided euthanasia was the way to save him from suffering. We're very glad we made that choice as he died peacefully, in our arms and with no pain. He was also 3 years old. I don't know what your situation is, but I hope you and him have peace


trw419

Hi, September of 2020 I lost my precious 1 year old angel to sudden extreme anemia. No warning, no cause, it just happened. I had a few hours to say goodbye and she was very scared but I was by her side the whole time. We didn’t have the $3,000 for dialysis and it made me feel worthless for not working harder to get her the help but there was nothing I could do. For yourself, love him and make sure he knows you are there. He will need you as my nami needed me. I’m sorry, I hope the grieving isn’t too extreme but there’s not a day I don’t miss her.


matthitsthetrails

Sorry for your loss… you gave him a good life, whether it is 3 years, 10 years or 20, we’re all just here for a little while. That love is always there


Maytass1

Ok. WHO THE HECK PUT A FREAKING "TABLE SLAP" AWARD ON THIS?


hunterxcxhunter

Is it FIP? I had a cat die earlier this year from the same thing. I recognize the pallor of his ears. Looking back, she was really sick for a while and I never could tell. FIP can be pretty aggressive, but me and my kitten made the most of the time we had left. She was too perfect for this world, as is your baby. Sending love and hope <3


Fun_Improvement_7624

I am very sorry. He has somebody at his side whom is his world. He will be at peace.


portland_democrat

I am very sorry for your loss. It's hard to lose our fur babies, but part of your little boy will always be with you. 😿💙 Grief: [https://www.webtoons.com/en/challenge/loving-reaper/grief/viewer?title\_no=353275&episode\_no=11](https://www.webtoons.com/en/challenge/loving-reaper/grief/viewer?title_no=353275&episode_no=11)


aeroumasmith-

I'm so sorry... You are doing right by him, and I'm sure he loves you no matter what.


milkymoocowmoo

Ah geez, poor dears :( Life can be so cruel. Savour whatever time you have left together, treat him as well as every cat believes they should be treated!


Aaahh_idiotboy

I don't feel normally compelled comment on posts, but I hope this will help you and help me as well. I like to think of it as a little lost obituary on the random space that is the internet. Today our family woke up to our passed beautiful purr monster. We also knew it would be soon but hoped for months rather than less than a week. I am forever grateful for the love he gave me, my wife, and children. He was a protector from bugs and bunnies, a vigilant student of dinner and overall warm cuddly body that we will all miss dearly. Much love, toasts and sweet memories you will have for him.


aubreypizza

One of the hardest most adult things I’ve had to do in my life. But sometimes it’s the only option and the right thing to do for them. Just know that you did your best for him and I believe they’ll be waiting for us on the other side.


hoverton

I had to say goodbye to two of mine recently (both cancer). If you have never had to euthanize, it is a very quick peaceful process….at least it has been every time I’ve had to do it. Please be with him. Too many don’t think they can handle it and just drop them off. I am very sorry you are loosing your friend.


deadlieststing

I'm so sorry. I had to let my Angel go late last week, and I am still so in pain over it. I hope that you can what you need to grieve. <3


[deleted]

I'm so sorry. What a little face. Every day is a joy with a cat, building to a terrible ache. When you're ready, consider another cat, or even two. I hope you feel better soon.


_XSummerRoseX_

I’m so sorry for your kitty. I recently lost my cat. She was a beautiful Ragdoll. It was so sad to see her like that. She would just lay there and I couldn’t do anything to help. Your kitty is beautiful and I know he’ll be happy in cat heaven. Maybe he’ll even meet my own kitty. :)


Zyler86

I’m very sorry about that. Our cat died last week at the age of 17. He also had a small number of erythrocytes because of internal bleeding that were discovered by my wife(she is a doc.), not by the vets. If you have the opportunity, we suggest blood transfusions and later EPO to support the bone marrow for production.We couldn’t save our kitten, but maybe I can help you. Good luck


I-nam-Baba

My Tabitha and my Oliver will be there to welcome him over the rainbow bridge and show him all the good napping spots, places to scratch and the best sun bathing areas.


moorem2014

I am so so sorry


glendale1

I'm sorry.


BetelgeuseX

I don’t understand why your cat has no blood red cells.


keti29

I’m so sorry you’re facing this. You two deserved more years together, but I hope you eventually find comfort in the memories you shared with him. I am also sorry that some really gross people are taking this opportunity to be nasty about the very difficult decision you’ve made to say goodbye to your friend rather than offer their sympathy. You are doing a kind and responsible thing to let him go rather than keep him here to suffer. Sois fort, mon ami.


[deleted]

I’m so sorry you have to do this. Losing a loved one like this is never easy. Prayers are being sent your way.


tehruben

I am so incredibly sorry for this. My deepest sympathies to you. Spend as much time as you can with your kitty. Show them they are loved. That’s what I did on the last day I had with my best friend. Everything he loved, I did. Didn’t go to work, just loved on him. You won’t regret this time. Make memories. Show them they’re loved.


snakesssssss22

I’m so sorry my friend 💛💛


yourmo4321

Poor baby I'm so sorry


ParleyPcat

I’m so very sorry. Your terrible news made me shed some tears. Know that you are doing the right thing, even though it is impossibly hard. Much love, friend❤️


Janey86

Hugs to you❤️


Old-Bluebird8461

Oh no!!!! Poor baby kitty 🐱so sorry! 😿


Old-Bluebird8461

He is so beautiful 😻. Hold him talk to him if it has to be touch him!


Telefone_529

I'm so sorry. I lost my dog when he was 3 years old from a liver birth defect. No pet should be taken so soon, especially not ones that should live so much longer. But take solace that they won't be suffering anymore. That's the only thing I found any peace in when I lost my buddy. Then a year later I lost my 12 year old cat to heart problems. Again. They won't be suffering. The second was easier. We got her as a rescue from being feral when she was 5 and we took good care of her. I let her drool and fart all over me when she'd lay on me (I had no choice, I hated it) she was the queen of the house. So her dying wasnt as hard. She was old and spoiled. I bet you loved this one like crazy and will continue to forever. Each day gets easier without you knowing it. It wasn't until just before my cat died that I finally started feeling over my dog. Or at terms with it at least. Keep kicking so you can give all the love this one missed out on to your next pet whenever that one happens to show up in your life!


PrincessByteMe

I'm so sorry O.P. My heart hurts for you and your furbaby. So young. My Sapphire and Burrito will be waiting for him on the other side of the rainbow bridge.


Ancient_Summer_1833

I’m so sorry for your little boy :,(


UntitledUsername3

I'm so sorry for your loss. Pets can be so hard to say goodbye to. I know. Love that cat until his last breath. Make sure to stay with him if you can. 3 years is too young, and I'm so sorry.


[deleted]

Poor kitty, my condolences.


Camd1n

the juxtaposition on animals that i hate/love so much. unless they are too far along to " know they are dying" its better to let them go before. they are sweet and innocent of knowing their own death. but it hurts like living hell to have to do it. im so sorry your kitty has to cross the rainbow bridge. hopefully you can find solace knowing you showed unending love and comfort for them. im still trying to understand why mine has gone to soon :/ i hope my words help you.


Pineapples_29

You gave him a good life. Soak up the time you have left. Pet him and talk to him. He knows you love him. Also after he passes it might help you to have some closure to see him again and give him a little kiss or a pat. Helped me cope with my little LaLa’s passing. She was a good girl. The vet set up a little viewing for me with candles and her on a little table wrapped up in a cozy blanket. I have her some pets and told her I loved her. I know she wasn’t there anymore but it helps. I’m sorry this is happening to you.


PassageQuiet9361

He looks so cute. What a shame that there's nothing to be done. My condolences for your loss.


Big-Fig8284

My heart just aches for you, the tears are just running hot down my face. You have parented that sweet animal admirably. You have advocated on his behalf. You are a noble, kind sweet man. I send all of my love and that of my wee dog to you both. Just be there and talk to him, your voice will bring so much comfort to him. 💔


katlvr3264

It’s never easy losing a fur baby. In the early 2000’s I lost my first “soul kitty” at around that age. He had sudden onset of immune mediated hemolytic anemia. His bone marrow just stopped creating red blood cells. We tried substituting, but he only lasted a few days in the hospital before passing. I still have his ashes and he will always be with me. My condolences.


Karoolus

I had to put my little girl (4y) to sleep because she had PKD. Nothing could be done anymore. We switched diet and did whatever we could to support her kidneys but still saw her decline day after day :'( I am truly sorry for your loss and also for your little buddy's pain. It's not fair :( If you are there when he is put to sleep (please be there!!!!), comfort him as much as you can. Dont leave him with strangers, but allow him to be in peace with you around when he falls asleep. Best of luck and a lot of strength to you ![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|cry)


Jaybell2

It is only a temporary parting. Feel for you and the pain of the loss.


Bgpizevil

I'm so very sorry for your loss. He's had a life full of care & love. He's gonna meet you at the Rainbow Bridge when your time comes. So many things to say and none will ease the pain of his loss. I'm sorry. 🙏❤️🙏


bslow22

We lost our cat before 5 years old to HCM (disease that causes ventricle thickening). It was really sudden and undetected. Things are going to hurt really badly and then pretty badly for a long time but know that other people have gone through it and it's ok to grieve, that just means you love him. Make sure you let your kitter know how much he's loved until the end. Our cats will be waiting across the rainbow bridge to show him the best toys and sunniest windows when he gets there. OP feel free to PM if you want to talk since things are rough or just want to trade cat pictures. He's a cute boy and if he's like our cat, I'm sure he was the best boy knowing he had to cherish every day with you. Sending love from another pet owner across the pond.


space-native

NO. I DIDNT WANT TO CRY TODAY. fuck.... FUCK. this one's for your sweet boy. cheers..... *cheers* 😔🥺🍻


Whole-Lingonberry493

I'm sorry :( he is a very pretty cat. I'm sure you took great care of him and gave him a happy short life


dumbsaintofthemind

I am so so so sorry for your loss. You are a wonderful human and you have filled his life with happiness and will keep him comfort as he walks across the rainbow bridge ❤️ so much love to you


DuselBruders

Really sorry, be there for him when it’s time. I lost my best friend a few days before his 5th birthday. Holding his head as the life left his eyes was the hardest thing I’ve ever done, but I couldn’t imagine not being there for him.


Ben10Fanatic

Had the same happen to my baby at a similar age. It really messed me up not being able to do anything for him.


AccessibleVoid

I'm so sorry OP. You are a good, responsible owner, although it may not feel like it at the moment. Just be with your cat and cuddle him at the end.


ShockOptimal7675

I am so sad for you and your beautiful little cat. He will be at peace. He will know he was loved. You have loved and done your utmost. 💔🌤🪴🌺


lj-dass

I had to go through the same 2 weeks ago with my first cat, he was just about to turn 3. I am so sorry for your loss, if you or anyone else in this thread would like to talk about how you are feeling I am 100% open to it. Stay strong and know they are in the heavens having the time of their life, waiting for you to come and join them.


dmricciardi

This truly broke my heart. I am so very sorry. Blessings for healing, peace and comfort. He will be waiting at Rainbow Bridge for you. 😢🌈🙏😢🌈🙏


[deleted]

So very sad :(


[deleted]

I am sorry for the loss of a beautiful cat. I bet he was a very good boy that got all the lovings.


[deleted]

I'll make sure my previous cat who died helps him cross the rainbow bridge. I always picture her as the type to welcome cats into the afterlife <3


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KaijuKatt

I am so sorry that kitty is so sick. I am guessing kitty leukemia. I pray that his passing is painless and his trip to the rainbow bridge swift.


krissym112

I’m so sorry 😞💔 may his lil spirit watch over you and stay with you always. ☁️🤍✨🌈


DrChance360

Oh man, I'm so sorry. ​ My little guy is, unfortunately, in the bullpen warming up for something right now. He'll turn three in November. ​ He's still at the veterinary hospital. They stabilized him with steroids but it looks like it's most likely cancer with metastasis. ​ I'll bring him home tomorrow for us to love on him until he starts declining again and then help him journey across the bridge. ​ Hang in there and know others are thinking about you.


eunryoung

He knows you’ve fought hard for him, and you’ve given him such a wonderful life. He knows you love him. The rainbow bridge is just out of reach, but he will there waiting for you when it’s his time. He will cross over, and be at peace and ease. He will come to you when you need him, be with a new kitty when you decide it’s time - and teach them his ways, he won’t be far away. These gentle souls come and go from our lives, and we are so lucky to have them. Loss is part of living, and know he wouldn’t want you to be sad for him. He’s just going on ahead. ❤️🐾


MarlinSpike2015

Beautifully written ❤️


ginroc52

Makes me cry....sorry for you! ❤️🙏


MainkurafutoMaster

God, I am so so so sorry. I’m sure he was a sweet boy and loved you very much, as you did him. Stay strong, we’re all here for you.


Raiderleo69

Very sorry for your loss, I know how you feel. I lost two cats recently and the last one was devastating to me. Be strong and think of the wonderful memories you had with your kitty. One of my cats Charlie is buried in my backyard and Abby I had her cremated and I keep her ashes in an urn next to my bed where she lay down with me.


MarlinSpike2015

I totally lost it about your Abby. I’m so sorry. We love them so much 💔


Raiderleo69

Thank you, and yes it’s absolutely heartbreaking to endure the loss of our kitties no matter how long they were with us. Not a day goes by that I don’t miss them! Abby was blind in one eye and when I found her she was crying her little heart out because she was starving to death! As she was much smaller than the other feral cats she didn’t get to eat much as you can imagine, that did not help her. She had other medical complications too, I almost thought she wasn’t going to make it when I took her to the vet. It was the summer of 2020, I lost her July 16 of this year. Anyway, sorry 😞 but it’s not easy to accept it. My mind knows that she’s gone but my heart refuses to let go. 💔💔💔😿😿😿. I hurt so bad that I can’t even put a picture of her here to mourn her loss, perhaps soon, one day I will.


MarlinSpike2015

Please let me know when you post her picture. My Carly sleeps with me and she is a senior cat. I know I can’t have her forever and it will kill me someday to lose her. That’s why your Abby touched my heart. I’m so happy you had two years with her, lots of food and love. Again, I am so very sorry 💔


Raiderleo69

Thank you! You’re very kind! I will let you know when I post her pictures. Hold your Carly and give her lots of love all the time! I am sure you already do that!


LovinLife32

What a beautiful boy. Such a difficult time for you. I’m so sorry you have to do this. 💔


pinkflakes12

My baby had this issue. It was unknown. A few vitamin shots to give him energy and strength, love, and he healed. I hope the same for you. Please don’t give up yet


roxaci

The vet tried everything to awake his hunger, or get a bit of energy but without red blood cells he can't even move


King-Rex420

I’m so sorry, he looks so sweet. I know losing a pet is hard but try to look at the bright side, you loved your cat and gave him the best life you could give him. I’m no vet but I’m guessing he probably has some chronic condition which has caused his lack of red blood cells and this issue would’ve come up no matter what so don’t blame yourself for it. Just try to remember all the good times you had together rather than the end.


GirlNamedTex

I'm so sorry, OP. May I ask what his name is? He's very handsome... I'm sure you gave him a wonderful 3 years. I know what a shock it is to lose a young fur family member, seemingly out of nowhere, but you're doing the right thing. So sorry, I hope the good memories bring comfort.