Had to put down my cat...

My little buddy had been sick for a while but took a turn for the worse the last two weeks. An ultrasound yesterday showed tumours throughout his body. Appetite stimulants weren't working so there was no way to prolong his life in any meaningful way. Took him to the vet a few hours ago and put him down. It was quick and painless but it really sucked to have to do it.

We had a solid 12 years together, more than 1/3 of my life with him. He was the ultimate buddy cat, always at my side and slept in my bed every night with me. My manager was nice enough to give me the day off at the last minute so I could spend time with him.

He was my first pet. I always wanted a cat growing up but allergies in the family prevented us from having any pets. I got him less than a year after I moved out when I was 19. I couldn't have asked for a better pet.

Hate hearing these stories man.

Sorry for your loss.

My wife and I have been arguing about the dogs sleeping in the bed. I can't even sleep when they aren't next to me.

No where even close to what u r going though. ...but I have been there. More then once.

Give it time. Then find a new best friend.

Sorry to hear, real tough.

I had my main man from when I was 22 until 37. We went through think and thin. At some points he was all I had, I look back now and know how blessed I was to have him.

Feel better bro.

Pets like that are unconditional love. Rarely is that found in humans.

Sorry brother.

Sorry about this, Hoggage. Our 4 legged family members are such a huge part of our life. It will take some time and it doesn't get better, but it will get easier, buddy. I promise.

Thanks all... who knew a 15lb ball of fur could mean so much. Like BG, I was very blessed to have him. He was given to me by a complete stranger in an old apartment building I lived in who asked me while in the elevator if I wanted a cat because her cats just had a litter.

I'm not alone though. I have another cat and she's a little angel but my house definitely feels more empty.

Sorry Hogg.. Sad to hear. I'm sure there are many great memories.

It's hard. Pets are family.

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Originally Posted by Hoggage_54

Thanks all... who knew a 15lb ball of fur could mean so much. Like BG, I was very blessed to have him. He was given to me by a complete stranger in an old apartment building I lived in who asked me while in the elevator if I wanted a cat because her cats just had a litter.

I'm not alone though. I have another cat and she's a little angel but my house definitely feels more empty.

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For me, the empty house feeling is very difficult to shake. It hits at random odd moments, sometimes when not even at home. Spend some.time with your other buddy, because she is feeling the loss as well.
Hang tough, Hoggage.

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Originally Posted by GirlyGymRat

It's hard. Pets are family.

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Absolutely well said, GGR; also, 100% correct.

So sorry to hear of your loss, Hoggage. I know to well what you're going through.

sorry to hear this brother ive lost a few buddies in my day and it crushes my heart every time...I love all animals but cats are special to me...never forget him and he will always be with you...

Sorry to hear that, Stay strong.

Sorry to hear that hog.

Sorry to hear about your pussycat Hoggage

Sorry for your loss man.

I am sorry for your loss. I have a cat since 12 years back and truly feel with you :-(

That truly sucks..sorry to hear that Hoggage

that sucks man . lost my pet a couple months ago