Posted on 03/09/2016 4:59:50 PM PST by EinNYC
I regret to inform my dear fellow FReepers, who have been so supportive of me through Kefira's illness, that she passed away at home today at 5:15 p.m. I came home from school and administered the liquid vitamins the vet told me to give her. A few minutes later, I put some of her prescription A/D canned food in the force feeding syringe the vet gave me last night and attempted to get about an inch or so of the food in her mouth. She struggled, urinated, and drooled, spitting out the food. Then I let go of her scruff and she lay on my bed, unmoving. Her pupils were dilated and she wasn't blinking or breathing. I feared she had died. I called my vet's office and they told me they'd stay open for me. Meanwhile, my friend Gitty had called me right after and I told her I was afraid Kefira had died. Within 5 minutes, Gitty and her daughter (also a friend of mine) were knocking at my door. They helped me clean the particles of canned food from Kefira's paws so that she would be clean. Simi (the daughter) gently wrapped Kefira in a towel and we put her in a large tote bag to take her to the vet's office. They ascertained she had indeed passed, and I made arrangements for her to be cremated.
I know that I am in shock, physically. I did not want the last 60 seconds of Kefira's life to be struggling to keep me from putting food in her mouth. My 2 friends swore to me that she knew I was trying to help me, and that it was her time to go. I did notice that when I came home, she was trying to hide on the other side of my bed, on the floor, which was not characteristic of her at all. My vet said she must have realized it was her time and that animals very often hide at that time. She also assured me that Kefira knew I loved her dearly.
Thank you all sincerely for your support. I am just in little pieces right now, and poor Bijou, Kefira's Maine Coon pal, is wondering where her friend is. When I find the right one, I will get Bijou a new little friend.
I am so sorry. That is so sad and there wasn’t time to even think about any of our suggestions. I see others have already suggested the Rainbow Bridge. That site and others like it can be a great comfort. Again, my sincerest condolences.
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This breaks my heart I have tears in my eyes I am so sorry for your loss..RIP little kitty :(
I was never a cat person until about 2 years ago....this girl moved and abandoned this poor cat....he was totally defenseless, and i took him in. He was the sweetest lil animal and he just stole my heart. He passed away 1 month ago, and...even though i only had him for a short time, i cant believe how upsetting its been, im just heartbroken. At least i got to spoil him and just love him ....and he knew it too. He just adored me. God, i wish could have had him longer....i wish.
2 weeks ago we had to put down our 16 yr old tan & white female Shih Tzu.
So hard. ...so emotional
I’m so sorry. Just know that she knew you loved her and waited because she loved you, too.
I’ve lost so many pets, I can’t count. But I’ve loved every one. Hope to see them in Heaven if I’m granted.
Sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss.
Sorry for you’re loss.....they say your pets are the first to greet you when you pass.....she’ll be waiting.
I am sorry. I have lost numerous dogs and one cat. It sucks.
You do your best for them, as best you know how. No matter when they pass, you will always wonder “Was it too soon?” or “Was it too late?”
Remember the years and love, that’s what they remember.
I am so sorry, I am sure she knew you were trying to help her.
Oh dear. My heart aches for you. I’ve walked that sad road many times with beloved pets over the years. Prayers for you both...your little friend is home now, no pain at all...and knows she’s loved.
Kefira knew how much you love her, Ein (i can’t tell if that’s an i or an L right now).
We got through all kinds of second guessing & guilt when we lose our furbabies to illness or injurh. You did everything you knew tp do, that much is certain.
I’m so very sorry for youe loss. Qe will be with them agan.
This is the picture which started it all. I had just lost my 16 1/2 y.o. cat Jester. Two days later, I was perusing peoples' pet pictures on a certain website when I saw this picture. I thought someone had stolen Jester's baby picture and posted it here. I managed to track down who posted this and it led to me flying to Rochester, NY to adopt this little mite who stole my heart, and whose loss today broke it.
I have know people whom after losing a beloved pet could not find it in themselves to bring another one into their lives. That is a bad mistake even though it might mean a another such loss on down the line.
Don’t feel bad, my FRiend, and please don’t feel any guilt. Your cat no doubt loved you and knew you loved her back until her last breath.
My beloved cat Skip died in a very similar way, right in front of me as I was forcing water in him to drink. He had cancer and looking back I tried too hard to fend off nature’s call.
I felt guilty but soon thereafter i had the sweetest dream - where Skip came to my lap and looked up at me with total love and acceptance. It felt so real and I woke up in tears but full of peace. From that day forward I’ve had nothing but great feelings and great memories.
That will happen to you also. You gave that kitty the sweetest gift she could ever have and it will last for eternity.
I know how you feel. My prayers to you. I had to put my beloved little buddy to sleep a year ago. People here on Free Republic were most kind in expressing condolences.
I’m so sorry. I’ve had cats all my life and lost so many. It never gets easier. They give us so much love, & ask for so little in return. May you be comforted in your grief, knowing that you did everything for your kitty.
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