Posted on 03/14/2016 11:03:11 AM PDT by CottonBall
My sweet little Cashmere passed away today.
She was only 9 1/2 years old. She had quit eating starting Friday so by Sunday I was panicking and took her to the emergency vet. She had lost quite a bit of weight already, due to polycystic kidney disease. The vet said we could only get maybe another couple weeks with her with treatment at the clinic, so we decided to end her suffering.
She has about the sweetest cat I've ever had. Cautious, shy, the undercat among her brother and sister. I always had to protect her and make sure she got her fair share of food, toys, catnip, etc.
She was quietly playful - I'd catch her playing with string the string from window blinds or a piece of paper on the floor. When she was un 'friendly mode', she'd purr loudly, rub against you while twirling round and round, finally settling down to knead while purring her head off.
She was the only cat I could trust to take outside at our cabin in the Sierras, since she'd always stay by me and would follow me when I called her. She'd get nervous after an hour outside and stand by the front door, waiting to be let in. But she'd chase bugs and play while outside - while I snapped pictures of her. She was very photogenic!
I apologize for all the pictures! My little girl took good pictures (of course, all pet parents think the same thing!). Her brother and sister weren't nearly as photogenic, though. These pictures represent my memories of her so I wanted to share them, plus post a memorial to her. I did try to keep them small!
Her sister, Cotton, and brother, Corduroy, will miss her terribly. The 3 have been together for 9 1/2 years and don't know what it's like to be apart. Like any siblings, they had their tiffs, with little Cashmere in the losing end most of the time. So when they'd get along and sleep, play, or watch birds together, I'd be happy for Cashmere.
Thank, you, I appreciate that!
more cat pics here:http://freerepublic.com/focus/bloggers/3409103/posts?page=142#142
and
http://freerepublic.com/focus/bloggers/3409103/posts?page=138#138
I promise , I am done ;)
Unbelievable! They’re like stuffed toys.
stuffed toys that shed! I haven’t been able to buy any dark clothes for 9 years. but it’s worth it ;)
They’re stunning. I’m gobsmacked.
i hope it doesn’t hurt, being gobsmacked, LOL!
A lot of sympathy from here ...
So sorry for your loss. She's a beauty.
What a sweet memorial. Thanks for posting the stories and pics.
thank you, Jane. Animals give so much unconditional love! I’m glad you found that thread.
They do give such unconditional love. No matter how bad a day, or whether you’re feeling great or not so great...they just want to be right there with you....through it all.
Such great pics of your fur babies. Love them, all.
more cat pics here:
http://freerepublic.com/focus/bloggers/3409103/posts?page=142#142
and
http://freerepublic.com/focus/bloggers/3409103/posts?page=138#138
and
http://freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/3409103/posts?page=127#127
I promise , I am done posting pictures ;)
Yeah, even especially if I’m sick or sad, they intuitively know and are the best care givers. cats and dogs give love in different ways, I see now that I have a dog. I have to ‘earn’ my cats’ attention, but that makes it all the more valuable!
thank you
responding from the March 8,2017 Dose note.
I am so sooooo sooooooo sorry!
I know it still hurts after a year
oh my what a magnificent beauty. I LOVE Persians and when in NC had a watery and bread Persians and exotic shorthairs
They all capture a part of your heart and soul ... when they leave, part of that heart and soul does also
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