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TexasTowelie

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6. That's terrible news and I'm sorry that you are feeling obliged to make that decision.

Sun Aug 4, 2013, 06:18 PM

Aug 2013

However, as difficult as it is to lose your friend it would also be cruel to let your cat suffer in that situation. She has depended on you to take care of her throughout her life and ultimately she is dependent on you to help her from that misery. Remember her fondly and show her love.

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18 year old cat [View all] Aerows Aug 2013 OP

. LWolf Aug 2013 #1

I'm at a loss at what else to do. Aerows Aug 2013 #2

What does your vet say? LWolf Aug 2013 #9

She is suffering, and I don't know what else to do Aerows Aug 2013 #20

I'm so sorry, Aerows. NYC_SKP Aug 2013 #3

She's been with me since she was a little ball of fur Aerows Aug 2013 #4

I think it's part of the contract we have with our fur-babies. NYC_SKP Aug 2013 #8

She is in pain?! Bertha Venation Aug 2013 #5

Tears are rolling down my face Aerows Aug 2013 #7

oh, god, I am so sorry -- I meant no judgement!! Bertha Venation Aug 2013 #11

I am choking up just reading your post RebelOne Aug 2013 #29

This message was self-deleted by its author Aerows Aug 2013 #31

Thanks for your contribution Aerows Aug 2013 #32

I can't imagine how hard this is going to be Aerows Aug 2013 #41

That's terrible news and I'm sorry that you are feeling obliged to make that decision. TexasTowelie Aug 2013 #6

It has reached that point, and I will, as always Aerows Aug 2013 #42

Of she's in pain, letting her go is the last kind, loving act you can do for her. Arkansas Granny Aug 2013 #10

Thank you Aerows Aug 2013 #43

That is a wonderful long life your cat had at your side. Call Me Wesley Aug 2013 #12

Thank you Aerows Aug 2013 #44

The last time I had to do it with an old buddy, it was really quite peaceful. Hoyt Aug 2013 #13

I've got her comfortable, but she can't even sit in my lap because her bones ache. Aerows Aug 2013 #45

I'm so sorry! LeftofObama Aug 2013 #14

All these years she has been there for you and, now it is your turn to be there for her - Tuesday Afternoon Aug 2013 #15

True words, TA. A wise vet once asked me: trof Aug 2013 #16

No, it is not easy. Hard to be strong when your heart is breaking. Tuesday Afternoon Aug 2013 #17

I keep crying like a fool. n/t Aerows Aug 2013 #24

Do be with her at the end if you can. trof Aug 2013 #18

I will Aerows Aug 2013 #23

I'm giving her up Aerows Aug 2013 #19

I can't help it Aerows Aug 2013 #21

Me too. I understand. YOU ARE DOING THE RIGHT THING. trof Aug 2013 #26

Thank you, Alabama:) Aerows Aug 2013 #27

You're not a fool or an idiot - LiberalElite Aug 2013 #36

You did the right thing. There's nothing wrong with crying. haele Aug 2013 #69

Oh, Aerows! Brigid Aug 2013 #22

I hope so. I have another kitty that is 4 years old Aerows Aug 2013 #25

I know how you feel. RebelOne Aug 2013 #28

Sometimes that's the kindest thing you can do for your pet. nt raccoon Aug 2013 #30

Sorry to hear that :( The Straight Story Aug 2013 #33

It's harder than hell and I don't wish it on anyone. Aerows Aug 2013 #65

It's the kind thing to do. You will be doing her a favor. Arugula Latte Aug 2013 #34

My Mother offered to take her instead of me Aerows Aug 2013 #35

My suggestion - LiberalElite Aug 2013 #37

Very hard thing to have to do. But cats hide how much they are really suffering. applegrove Aug 2013 #38

I'm sobbing like a rainstorm over her Aerows Aug 2013 #40

Ya'll miss her for a long while. Then one day you'll think of her and think only good thoughts. applegrove Aug 2013 #46

so what did you do... MrsBrady Aug 2013 #57

I had to do the same thing years ago. Jenoch Aug 2013 #58

((HUGS)) irisblue Aug 2013 #39

I'm so sorry. onestepforward Aug 2013 #47

I'm so sorry, Aerows cheri010353 Aug 2013 #48

Beautiful. Aerows Aug 2013 #74

~ In_The_Wind Aug 2013 #49

we've had to do it twice in recent years rurallib Aug 2013 #50

.............. snappyturtle Aug 2013 #51

So sorry about this. cliffordu Aug 2013 #52

it is the hardest and kindest thing we will ever do for them fizzgig Aug 2013 #53

Do what will be best for her, even if it hurts you. nolabear Aug 2013 #54

Sorry. It's very heart wrenching. But let her know her job is all done and she can rest now. KittyWampus Aug 2013 #55

So sorry; I went through it twice before and will have to do it again haele Aug 2013 #56

Oh no. a la izquierda Aug 2013 #59

Letting your little angel go after such a long time is tough. we can do it Aug 2013 #60

Your strength will make you both of your situations better. discntnt_irny_srcsm Aug 2013 #61

Aerows... I have been there, and I'm here to tell you... MrMickeysMom Aug 2013 #62

I can't add much more to what's been said BarbaRosa Aug 2013 #63

This song comforted me roody Aug 2013 #64

Went there, and I am pleased that she never has to suffer. Aerows Aug 2013 #66

Please tell me if you think I've done the right thing. Aerows Aug 2013 #68

You did. haele Aug 2013 #70

Rest assured, you did the right thing. Go ahead and cry. friendly_iconoclast Aug 2013 #76

Aerows, you've done the right thing. Please don't fret. Bertha Venation Aug 2013 #80

Thank you, everyone that said their piece. I'm grateful. Aerows Aug 2013 #67

If she's in pain and the vet can't make her comfortable, then yes... joeybee12 Aug 2013 #71

Recently put 2 elderly pets to sleep. One cat, one dog. narnian60 Aug 2013 #72

Our household is on an end-of-life watch HeiressofBickworth Aug 2013 #73

I don't know if I'll stop Aerows Aug 2013 #75

Cry. It helps....you did right, hard as it was. snappyturtle Aug 2013 #77

the greatest love we can give is to take on their suffering for them, magical thyme Aug 2013 #79

Peace to her BarenakedLady Aug 2013 #78