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Post by CrimsonAngel on Aug 2, 2006 21:19:16 GMT -5
I know, I know. He's okay now. I think waht gets me is how I found him. It's like I will never know how he died or what really happened because he was literally hanging off the table but his feet was on the ground.
LIke he died standing up, I don't know. I can't figure it out.
I still am sad.
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Post by tabatha on Aug 2, 2006 21:26:47 GMT -5
yeah, like i found my boog. it takes time, and i understand sadness, hope i am not botherin ya.
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Post by Bella on Aug 2, 2006 21:35:04 GMT -5
Oh, Crims. I'm so sorry!  |
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Post by susie on Aug 2, 2006 21:55:14 GMT -5
Crimson, I am so sorry for your loss. I know that it hurts. It sounds like your precious Kitty's liver shut down. It could have been liver disease or just old age. Sixteen is a good lifespan for a cat. Trust me, there was nothing you could have done about it. While it may hurt that you were not there for your pet's death, it seems to me that Kitty's final illness progressed quickly, and thus he did not suffer too badly. Believe me when I say that he is happy to be free of his old, tired body, and he is grateful to you for the loving care that you gave him. I would strongly urge you to get his body out of the trash (if you are able to do so,) and find a favorite place to bury him tomorrow. Kitty won't look so scary once rigor (the stiffness) has worn off - it will just look like he's sleeping. Alternately, a vet can arrange a cremation. While burying an animal is tough, it can also be a healing experience. I buried our family cat within view of the birdfeeder, which he loved to watch, and I planted a little catnip on top of his burial spot. I'm going to recommend this website if you are feeling sad and would like to talk to others who know what you're going through. There is a message board, a chatroom, individual counseling and many other resources for people who have lost their pets. www.rainbowbridge.com/{{{Hugs}}} We're here for you, too. |
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Post by tabatha on Aug 2, 2006 22:03:17 GMT -5
it can also mean closure too...he has floweres and a butterfly, please do bury him or the sort for him as much as you
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Post by Maria on Aug 2, 2006 22:36:50 GMT -5
Surely, many people can relate to your situation. Our pets become part of the family and are truly missed when they have parted. |
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Post by CrimsonAngel on Aug 2, 2006 23:18:45 GMT -5
I just want to thank everybody for there well wishes.
It's raining right now, actually a thunderstorm and I keep feeling like Kitty is out there and he's feels alone. I know it's stupid, but I just keep looking toward the window.
I so wish that my uncle didn't throw him out like that. I hope that I never get found like that. It's so sad what I am feeling. Guilt because I was so busy, and because he couldn't come upstairs. Grandma wouldn't let him.
I wish he could, because he was so laid back, all he did was really just follow me around. He just wanted to be around me. Nobody will ever be that way with me.
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Post by Bella on Aug 2, 2006 23:26:39 GMT -5
Out of respect for Crims, who is one of the sweetest posters on this forum, I have deleted the non-pet-loss discussion.
The discussion was picked up in the therapy for Bowie thread.
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Post by tabatha on Aug 2, 2006 23:28:03 GMT -5
crims, you sound like me... boog used to follow me around... and i felt as if though i let him down, sorry we messed things up for ya! you'll find someone like that again, just takes a while. try not to worry, you'll get him taken care of, he knows how you're feelin. it's supposed or rain here... oh, if i ever moved, i'd feel like i'd leave sheena, my long time dog... they're fam
they matter
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Post by CrimsonAngel on Aug 2, 2006 23:32:42 GMT -5
Yeah. I know. It's sad but you know what, I would never put him to sleep. I don't think I could do it. Not to slight anybody that would, could or has in the past.
Just saying my own personal preference would be that I wouldn't put him to sleep.
It's raining hard here in this part of Chicago, I think over the whole city. But it's like my uncle said, the cat is dead. There isn't anything to be scared about now.
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Post by susie on Aug 2, 2006 23:37:50 GMT -5
Crimson, I sent you a PM. PM me whenever you want. I've been there, and I understand.
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Post by tabatha on Aug 2, 2006 23:41:46 GMT -5
i've nothing against you hon, i felt the same way, but i couldn't let my angel suffer... she had a bad heart... i couldn't watch her waste away... different people see it different ways... & she would have, my dog... remember he's restin, you'll just get him a better restin place... i pray that you'll have peace of mind...
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Post by CrimsonAngel on Aug 2, 2006 23:46:37 GMT -5
Yeah I will. I will get better. I just don't want to see him right now. In my dreams I mean, I'm not ready for that yet.
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Post by tabatha on Aug 2, 2006 23:48:03 GMT -5
oh, i had trouble w/ that... i didn't dream about her for about 1 week or so, and fought it, now i enjoy it. i wish you all the best sweets.
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Post by CrimsonAngel on Aug 3, 2006 0:01:20 GMT -5
Thanks. I'm going to bed, goodnight   |
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