I had to put my kitty to sleep today.

[Scottie Mom]

He really wasn't "my kitty." He belonged to a neighbor who lived across the street and he and his wife were the parents to this Tuxedo kitty cat. The wife died and the plans the couple had had prior to her death were that hubbie, who was 11 years older than wife, would go first and all the life insurance, burial funds, mortgage insurance, would support her in her final days. Some times, good planning does not prevent really bad outcomes. She was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer and died very soon thereafter leaving Hubbie and the cat in basically a very bad financial predicament.

My friend, the Hubbie, did not have the financial ability to stay in his home. He simply could not afford it. I had just lost my gentleman friend of 12 years to kidney cancer, diagnosed at stage 4. So, with an empty spare bedroom, I said to my widower neighbor, come stay with me...and he brought his cat, Domino, with him. My Scottie, AB, was NOT pleased, but after a few weeks, there was a détente between the four-legged children. Today, Domino went to that big Cat House in the sky to be with his Daddy and Best Friend, JB.

Domino, when he came to be my roommate along with his Cat Dad, was already an elderly cat who did not tolerate the Scottie puppy very well. His age I estimated to be 19 years at time of his death today. He was a regal, old man who felt he should and did control the household environment.

Today he was suffering. He could not walk, he did eat, but he was so lethargic. I could not see putting this very elderly cat through any sort of treatment to prolong his life. I was told by the Vet that his lungs were filling with fluid. It was time to let the Tuxedo cat go, go to my friend and former roommate who had passed away four and a half years ago, leaving Domino with me to be his Cat Mom.

I am sure that today these two best buddies, JB and Domino, are both over that Rainbow Bridge and cuddled together with all of my Scotties of the past who are welcoming the only cat who has ever lived with me. I am hoping that they are cuddled together and that they will look down on and after me until I cross to be with them and allow me to watch the butterflies that share their place with all of the beloved animals that have passed.

Good Kitty, Domino, and thank you for letting me be your Mom for the last few years of your life. The Scottie and I love you and miss you, but we are sure your Daddy is very, very glad to have you with him.

[samplegirl]

1. So sorry as our pets

are our family. I had my cat 19 years and it really was horrible losing him.

[Scottie Mom]

2. It was really hard to have to do this.

He was such a loving cat. When you held him, he actually hugged you.

[Hugh_Lebowski]

3. So hard to do ... sorry for your loss ScottieMom ...

That's a beautiful recollection. Thanks for sharing.

[niyad]

4. Lady Bast, please take Your little Domino gently home in Your loving arms, and send peace

and comfort to his grieving loved ones.

so very sorry for the loss of your precious Domino. Thank you for sharing him with us. I know that he, and all your beloved companions, will be waiting for you when it is your turn to cross.

[nocoincidences]

5. You were a good mom.

That's all the sweet cat needed.

Sorry for your loss.

[cilla4progress]

6. So, so sorry, Mom!

Been through this recently, too. Harder than I would have thought.

[yardwork]

7. I'm so sorry.

[wendyb-NC]

8. You shared your kindness with them

Thanks, for sharing that account. May they both R.I.P.

Blessings to you.

[peacebuzzard]

9. I am so sorry to hear

Sorry for the loss of Domino, fare well little kitten who brought so much joy to all.
Sad parting; glad little Domino found a safe place with you Scottiemom; however brief but pleasant and joyful and safe. 🌸🌈🌻

[raging moderate]

10. So sorry, Scottie Mom!

This is so hard to do, every time! You gave your cat many good years!

[dameatball]

11. Thank you for letting Domino go. That isn't easy. Today I found out my Molly needs me to make the

the same decision and I am a basket case. 15 year old mixed breed, mostly Border collie I think. Sweetest dog in the world, at least for me. Letting a friend go in peace is so difficult. You are not alone in grieving for friend.

[spooky3]

25. I am so sorry. Nt

[tavernier]

12. Ouch

The tiniest things can wriggle inside of your heart and leave the biggest hole when they’re gone.

[roamer65]

13. ...

May Domino RIP.

[brer cat]

14. I'm so sorry. You gave him love and care while you had him,

and then let him go with kindness so he wouldn't suffer. You were a great adoptive mom.

[blm]

15. 🕯

😢

[Diamond_Dog]

16. I'm so sorry, Scottie Mom.

Thank you for sharing your loving memories with us.

[sinkingfeeling]

17. I'm very sorry.

[LoisB]

18. I am so sorry. That was a beautiful "eulogy" to your kitty. What a great friend you were to his

"Dad".

[Scottie Mom]

21. Thank you. EOM

[Rhiannon12866]

19. I am so sorry, tearing up over this one

But I have been there before, brings back memories, as it has for you. However, you gave him love and comfort, the ability to be with his Dad - and he was so very lucky to have had you.

[PatrickforB]

20. We too had to put down a 19-year-old Tuxedo. I loved that cat.

It is heart wrenching to do but like Domino, our boy couldn't walk any more. We had a home-visit vet come and he passed surrounded by we who loved him.

[B.See]

37. Yes, we too have been there, unfortunately

[Deuxcents]

22. (((🐾)))

[3catwoman3]

23. It's always so hard, even when it's the right thing to do.

What an act of love and generosity to take in both the elderly gentleman and Domino.

[Scottie Mom]

27. It was my pleasure.

I had just lost someone I dearly loved and so had JB. We were good friends and good for each other during the time of mourning our losses. Both he and his Tuxedo cat Domino were good company for me.

[B.See]

40. Yes it was an act of love. Sorry for your loss, Scotty Mom.

[Chi67]

24. So sorry

It's always the worst when pets die, because all they ever give us is love.

[spooky3]

26. My kitties and I send our condolences to you. Nt

[Maru Kitteh]

28. We lost our sweet little Jack not too long ago at 20. I don't have words,

just hugs

And for good measure, it seems I will go ahead and have a good cry with you.

[orthoclad]

29. Condolences

[misanthrope]

30. Condolences

Saying goodbye is excruciating sometimes.

[Jack-o-Lantern]

31. A Kittie's Goodbye...

Grieve not
nor speak of me with tears
but laugh and talk of me
as if I were beside you...
I loved you so -

'twas Heaven here with you

[BaronChocula]

32. Best wishes for Cat Daddy

and blessing to you for being such a human to those in need.

[ailsagirl]

33. It hurts so much and never, ever gets easier

I’m so sorry for your loss—I know, it’s excruciating.

[highplainsdem]

34. I'm so sorry you had to say good-bye to Domino, Scottie Mom.

You were a blessing in JB and Domino's lives. Like you, I'm sure that they've been reunited, and that they'll be watching over you.

[arthritisR_US]

35. A year ago my daughter was in the Philippines for

work and I had to text her 2days before she was to come home that our sweet Saddle had died in my arms at bedtime. It’s so fecking hard to loose the wee ones we love. My heart is so with you luv, not only what you did for that beauty but what you did for its parent, you are totally remarkable !❤️

[Celerity]

36. so sorry for your loss

RIP Domino

[milestogo]

38. ...

[virgdem]

39. Thank you for giving Domino the love, care and respect

that he deserved. RIP Domino

[debm55]

41. So sorry Scottie mom. May their memories be a blessing to you

[stage left]

42. I'm so sorry for the

Loss of sweet Domino.

[MerryBlooms]

43. My Manx will be 17 this fall, and my Balanese will be 15 .

I can't imagine my life without them. My boys are very healthy and spry, and I am so thankful. They've always been indoor only, unless leashed. Have beautiful healthy teeth, which I think is a sign of many years ahead.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Time will help with the grief, and you'll smile instead of cry, eventually. Take care. 😘

[Stinky The Clown]

44. .

[Karadeniz]

45. You are the perfect neighbor! What if everyone were like you!!!!!

[FirstLight]

46. So sorry, but it also sounds like you gave hm and JB a good final place to live and be together

Thank YOU for having the heart and compassion to bring them both into your home and offer them both a warm loving space to finish their stay in the planet. Blessings to you All

[Sky Jewels]

47. Thank you for giving that sweet kitty a home.

I’ve been a cat person since I was born. The only time I was without feline company was when I was in college (and even then I’d roam the neighborhood looking for pussy cats to love). Life without kitties is unimaginable to me. 😻

[pazzyanne]

48. This act of kindness never gets easier!

Bless you for giving Domino love and a home late in life!
RIP, Domino!

[irisblue]

49. 🕯️

[bamagal62]

50. So sorry for your loss.

I lost my sweet Misty at 18. It’s not easy. Hugs to you.

[Raine]

51. I'm so sorry 😞🕯️

they really do leave paw prints on your heart.🐾 💕

[Bayard]

52. Sometimes its so hard to do the right thing.....

You were a good Mom, and friend.

[SilverDawg]

53. I am so sorry

For your loss.

[area51]

54. I'm so sorry.

[malaise]

55. You are a wonderful neighbor and friend

Putting pets down hurts.
That is all

[CTyankee]

56. Even after decades I remember the emotional pain of putting down a suffering dog...

I stayed by her side as she just went to sleep, as I was petting her and saying "good dog" over and over. It was the last thing I wanted her to hear...

[UpInArms]

57. (((((((((hugs)))))))))

[spanone]

58. So sorry....

[wryter2000]

59. I love tuxedo cats

RIP Domino

[LetMyPeopleVote]

60. I am so sorry for your loss

It is hard to say goodbye to a member of your family

[yagotme]

61. So sorry for your loss.

Had to put my "little" (she was a tubby thing, until her last year) calico down a few years ago. She was 25. Had her from kittenhood.

[JudyM]

62. Endings suck but your kindness was paramount to quality of life

That matters so much.

Wishing you comfort…

[dawn5651]

63. i am so sorry for the loss of domino and your friend . it is hard to lose

beloved fur kids.

[onecaliberal]

64. I'm so sorry.

I hope you are comforted knowing Domino and dad are together again. Hugs. 💔

[hamsterjill]

65. Hard but heroic

It is so hard to make the decision, but it is one of the most heroic things one does for a suffering creature.

Peace and comfort to you.

[patphil]

66. It's a tough call, but you did the right thing. I've been there a few times...never easy.

[MLAA]

67. You have been a gift to your neighbor friend and your cat friend. You adopted and cared for them

both. You are a generous of spirit and soul person. I’m sending you hugs and comfort.