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Daisy'smom Member  Posts: 18 |
posted 09-29-2003 06:25 PM
 
My baby Daisy died last Monday 9-22-03, she was 16 yrs old. I had her since I was about 11, so I grew up with her. She was my best friend, she helped me through those rough teenage years. She listened to me, cuddled me when I cried, and got between me and my husband if we argued. I miss her so much! Especially in the morning, she was my alarm clock. She would wake us up to feed her. The last 2 yrs she has had to be on thyroid medication, which she hated. The last couple weeks she had a hard time breathing. I feel really guilty because she always rode in the car without being in her carrier (she was a great travler). I put her in her carrier to take her to the vet to most likely put her to sleep. (the HARDEST decision I have ever made in my life) She was very upset about being in the carrier and got very worked up. When we got in the vets office she had a major seizure, which she had never had before. She still had a heartbeat so they euthanized her, but I know she would have died on her own. It was such a terrible end to my most precious angel. I wish I would have held her on the way to the vets, she hated going to the vet anymore because they were always taking blood. I miss her so much and just needed to tell someone. My husband has been wonderful, but I wanted to talk to fellow cat lovers. Thank you for listening. IP: Logged |
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Mandy Member Posts: 52 |
posted 09-29-2003 06:33 PM
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss.  I sympathize, because I had to put my 17 and 18 year old cats both to sleep earlier this year, within just months of each other. I know it is the hardest decision ever to make. Mine grew up with me too, so I know exactly how you feel. I cried for months, but it does get easier with time. You will always have your memories of her, so hang in there.. I am glad you have your husband for support, that will help you a great deal. IP: Logged |
nern Moderator Posts: 1591 |
posted 09-29-2003 09:02 PM
Im so sorry for you loss IP: Logged |
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lucidity03 Member Posts: 201 |
posted 09-30-2003 05:42 AM
I'm sorry. That's very difficult decision to deal with. I think many of us here have experienced those tough decisions and they're never easy. I remember the heartbreak of putting animals to sleep so I can sympathize. Over time, you'll have good memeories of your kitty and it won't hurt so much.  IP: Logged |
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Jamiya Member Posts: 1392 |
posted 09-30-2003 06:49 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss! I lost a dog this summer and I wasn't there to hold her in her last hours, so I know the regrets and guilt you can harbor. But we are only human and your kitty knows she was loved and you did the best you could for her. She is in a better place now and she is not in pain anymore. Hold on to your memories of her. Maybe get a special plaque or a picture framed that you can put in a special place to honor her memory. I was so upset when I realized in our grief that we bruied my dog's tags with her that I went to the store and made a new one with her name and the years she lived. It made me feel a little better. I also plan to get a pretty stone engraved to mark her grave (which we have fenced off so the new puppy will leave it alone). Believe me, I also had guilt over getting a new puppy, especially when she turned out to look a bit like my other dog. But sometimes a new pet can ease some of the pain. Other times it is better to wait. Only you can decide what to do in your situation. They say time heals all wounds and it really does, but usually much slower than we could wish for. Hang in there, and let us know how you are doing!
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Daisy'smom Member Posts: 18 |
posted 10-01-2003 09:55 AM
Thanks everyone, I appreciate your kindness. We created a memorial around her grave this weekend. We planted flowers and bought a pretty birdbath. I also ordered a engraved stepping stone to put out there. It looks very nice and it made me feel better. I have 2 babies still, and I am glad I have them. They have made me feel better when I am sad. One looks a little like Daisy, they are both black and white. Sometimes I see the black and white fur run by and I want to call out Daisy's name. I know it will get easier, but for now it is really hard! IP: Logged |
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