I had to put my cat down today.

[tamfromtn]

This is a sad day for me. I had to have my cat Hope put to sleep. She developed a tumor in her neck about 6 months ago. The biopsy said it was inconclusive so I had hope. But after only 2 wks it was apparent it was cancer because it was growing fast. Last night she had a hard night coughing so I made the decision it was time. I already miss her. I got her 10 yrs ago and she has been a constant companion to me. Always under my feet. I bet I say 100 times a day "move hope". I'm glad I got my birds in februray. They should help some with the lonliness. I can't believe she's gone........This post is for my beloved HOPE, may she rest in peace. Tammy

[shadowsmom]

Oh honey, I am soooo sorry for your loss!!!! <<<<HUGS>>>>

[JazzyBabe]

OMG! I am so sorry! I had to put my cat down too. I took her to the vet when she started getting sick and they misdiagnosed her. a couple months later, she was losing weight like crazy and trying to hide, like she knew her time was near. Vet said she had a large mass growing in her stomach.

That was back in September.

I still miss her. I hate how many people dont seem to understand that losing a pet is just as hard as losing a close friend. My mom always told me to just accept all that I was feeling in the grieving process and to not be hard on myself - i have had every right to feel how i have felt about losing her. And of course, you may even feel as if you are to blame.

But I think your cat knew that you loved her. And i am sure she understood you did all that you could. Celebrate the life of your kitty, even if its through tears. Maybe get some pictures together and put them in a frame with some candles and flowers for remembrance. What ever helps you grieve.

I am really sorry for your loss, and you arent alone through it!

[my-africangrey-echo]

ONG I am so sorry. I had a similar thing happen with my cat years ago. {{{{HUGS}}}}

[catschair]

I'm so sorry, it is always so hard to say good bye to a faithful friend. Thanks for having the strength to help her on her journey. Run free, Hope!

[budgzie]

awww im so sorry it was best to let her go though..... don't worry you'll feel better soon (i hope) (((((hugs!)))))) take care!

[Hope81]

I know how you feel. Some years back my family lost our first dog due to a tumor aswell...You did the right thing. Our dog suffered quite a bit before he died. I still think about it sometimes and wish we would have put him down...

[Birdlady504b]

My cat Bosco passed away Thursday morning, June 12th. I thought he had a cold and I was going to take him to the vet that morning but it was too late. I am so full of guilt that I was not there when he passed and he died all alone. That I didn't do something sooner. He was only 9 years old and my first cat. Bosco was a part of me, every where I went he was right beside me. I cannot stop the tears and the pain is excutiating. Now I know what they mean by "broken heart". Mine hurts so bad.
Thanks for listening,
Love Bobbie

[Tom Lawless]

I'm sorry to hear about your loss and that you were faced with such a tough decision but we do the best we can and try to move forward. Soon the sad memories will start to take a back seat to all the good memories you had with her.

Birdlady - Bosco may have purposely waited to be alone. Dogs and cats do that all the time. Losing a pet is hard enough. Don't beat yourself up with guilt.