I had to put my kitty to sleep today.
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.
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That's a beautiful recollection. Thanks for sharing. 
That's all the sweet cat needed.
Sorry for your loss. 
Been through this recently, too. Harder than I would have thought.
Thanks, for sharing that account. May they both R.I.P.
Blessings to you. 
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. 🌸🌈🌻
The tiniest things can wriggle inside of your heart and leave the biggest hole when they’re gone. 
May Domino RIP.
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.
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.
just hugs
And for good measure, it seems I will go ahead and have a good cry with you.
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
I’m so sorry for your loss—I know, it’s excruciating.
RIP Domino
that he deserved. RIP Domino
Loss of sweet Domino.
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
Bless you for giving Domino love and a home late in life!
RIP, Domino!
they really do leave paw prints on your heart.🐾 💕
You were a good Mom, and friend.
For your loss.
Putting pets down hurts.
That is all
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...
RIP Domino 
That matters so much.
Wishing you comfort…
I hope you are comforted knowing Domino and dad are together again. Hugs. 💔
both. You are a generous of spirit and soul person. I’m sending you hugs and comfort.