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In reply to the discussion: My beloved 16 year old cat Mouser is near death [View all]EdwardBernays
(3,343 posts)10. I know
My daughter was so distraught today. But... I'm glad this was her first pet. The best cat ever.
It's so very sad. But 16 is nothing to be ashamed of for a cat.
Ah it's just too much really... Sorry just a bit sad.
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She's beautiful. So sorry for both of you right now, but I enjoyed reading about you and Mouser.
Hoyt
Feb 2016
#2
I am looking at my elderly cat, and dog as I type, knowing we face this" end of journey" time soon.
dixiegrrrrl
Feb 2016
#5
RIP little buddy. As sad as this is right now, I feel lucky to have found this thread. I have a
Hoyt
Feb 2016
#26
They're family, sometimes more precious than family. I have grieved more for a cat than some members
catbyte
Feb 2016
#37
Beautiful kitty. Deepest sadness for your grief. You will always be glad you knew her. n/t
Judi Lynn
Feb 2016
#39
What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful girl. She knows she is loved and always
Fla Dem
Feb 2016
#44