I am so sad: my beloved cat, the best pet I have ever had was diagnosed with cancer today

[petronius]

14. I'm really sorry to hear that, gopiscrap, it's a painful experience

We lost our first cat to cancer the summer before last, and it was certainly one of the hardest things I've had to do. One thing that helped me is knowing that we were giving him the best quality of life and the most comfortable end possible, without any suffering or lingering. Our vet is very good and we trust her, so when it became clear that he was at the point of pain and unhappiness we were able to say goodbye.

Most importantly, though, was the thought that cats aren't as time-oriented as we are - he wasn't thinking about wanting just one more day. For them, every day is 'now' and his entire 'now' had been in a home and with people who loved him; we were very comforted to know that he'd had a complete and happy existence, and despite whatever we felt about it he wasn't going out with regrets or disappointment.

So I guess the best you can do is enjoy his company, and give him every chance for a continued happy existence, and when/if the end comes you'll know that the decision you have to make will be made out of love...

:hugs: