Posted on 05/25/2007 4:28:35 PM PDT by Grizzled Bear
This creature had been part of my life for almost 17 years. He wasn't exactly a normal cat. He was built like a medium sized dog. When he was healthy he weighed over 20 pounds. Today he weighed just over 10 pounds and was skin and bone.
He had been sick on and off for about a year. Antibiotics helped but he never completely recovered. This morning he really looked bad. We called the vet and took him in. I already expected the worst. The vet said his temp was 92 F (normal is about 101). I expected him to have a fever because was looking for cool places to lie down.
It was so hard but I asked the Vet to put him to sleep. The Dr reassured me that this was the best choice, with treatments he might have another week or two and either be in pain or doped up. I said to do it and dear God it hurts. My wife and I held him and stroked his fur until long after he was gone. His cheek rested on my hand the entire time. At about 12:45 this afternoon he passed away.
Through tears, Mrs Bear said she never thought the loss of a cat would be so painful. When she first "met" him they had trouble getting along. Before getting to know her; he never liked anybody but me. After some time they warmed up to each other. Today she's heartbroken. To be honest, so am I.
Whenever she would sing he would run up to her, sit at attention and listen to her. She asked if animals go to heaven and if we will see him again. The best I could do was a verse from Ecclesiates 3:21.
He traveled with me from the US to Europe and back. Whether I was in the livingroom watching a DVD, studying at the kitchen table or FReeping; he was always right next to me. I keep expecting to turn and see him in his usual places.
Thanks for listening.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My cat died a few years ago and I understand how painful this must be. I’ll keep you and yours in my prayers.
Not yet. Something occurred to me earlier today. Usually the girl sits near my wife and he would sit near me. All week she had been sitting right next to him. I think she realized he was really sick.
A few years ago they were both very prone to mats in the fur. Mrs Bear and I would take them into the bathroom, one at a time, to clean them up. When he was getting groomed (and howling blue murder) she would go hide. When it was her turn and she was squeeking he would sit outside the door. Like I said before he wasn’t your typical cat.
It seems like she was returning the favor.
I bet your wild mix has character.
This morning was rough too.
Sometimes, just as we must do with our pets, God lets things happen for our good that might be unpleasant for us. Sometimes we understand but most of the time we don’t.
I understand the pain I feel is the palest shadow of what my Lord feels when I suffer. His desire is that we be reunited with him. I hope and pray that we will be allowed to bring a few friends.
A few weeks ago when the fella went back on antibiotics he started to show up at the time he was supposed to get them. He didn’t like it but I think he understood we were trying to help him.
I lost my beagle last October under a similar situation.
I’m so sorry. I know the ache is still there but I hope you have found some comfort.
Thank you RushCrush. What you say is true.
Thanks. Is it still difficult?
We try to remember the funny things about Spooky. Like the way he was easily spooked by a noise and then would jump a mile in the air. Or the way he liked to sniff people.
My our Good God comfort you in you loss.
Isn’t God great that He would give you such a cat to cherish for so long? One He made just for you!!
Here is a hello going out to My Sparky Boo! He is in heaven waiting for me at Rainbow Bridge!!
I’ve been trying to comfort my wife about where animals go when they die. The best I can find is a verse in Ecclesiastes. Do you know of any references?
God bless,
GB
Whew, thanks for sharing such a warm memory. You’re so right, animals seem to know when others both human and non-humans are ill. I’m sure that she knew. He really sounds like he was a special little guy. I know when the time is right you’ll give someone else as loving a home as you gave him. Until then it’s comforting to know you have one left to share your heart.
I’m very sorry for your loss, it will get easier to bear, but you’ll never have another exactly like the one you have lost. They are all individuals and beautifully different.
It is a very sad thing. I had to take a sick cat in last year. It was sadder than I ever expected even though he was 11 and very sick. I am sorry for your loss.
...and jerked her head around to look for her. I was so surprised, but I shouldn’t have been.
Our girl has been looking for him. It’s sad.
I also can relate, and know it’s hard. You and your wife are in my thoughts and prayers as well.
It was sadder than I ever expected even though he was 11 and very sick. I am sorry for your loss.
I know exactly what you’re going through. I hope you’re burden has lessened over time.
I keep second guessing myself. I wonder if I should have made the vet try to save him. Then I remember how sick he was and believe I made the right choice.
The real problem is I want my cat back.
Now I have to go deal with this blurry screen :*(
Thankyou and God bless.
GB
You both are in my thoughts and prayers, but just think how happy a day it will be when you go to the house our Father has prepared for you, and your dear, dear friend is waiting on the steps to meet you.
You both are in my thoughts and prayers, but just think how happy a day it will be when you go to the house our Father has prepared for you, and your dear, dear friend is waiting on the steps to meet you.
Thank you for your kindness. Do you have any scripture about pets and heaven? Or animals in general?
Thanks and God bless you.
Isaiah chapter 11 comes right to mind, but if that isn’t enough for you (and I can’t give you chapter and verse right this minute) it says in the Holy Bible that all things made by God return to him.
Also in Numbers chapter 22 the Ass that Balaam was riding ‘saw’ the Angel of the Lord standing in the path, and refused to go any further. Balaam did not see the Angel until it reproved him for beating the animal.
If the Ass could see the Angel, then I see no reason why those who have given us nothing but love, companionship, and comfort would not be welcome in the presence of Our Father.
Our four-legged friends are a true representation of His love for us.
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