Katie has taken a turn for the worse.

[rg_girlca]

I am sorry to say that my sweet Katie, Katie pretty lady has taken a turn for the worse.
We will be going to end her suffering peacefully very soon.
I want to thank you all for your prayers and support.

[Kirsten]

Lorraine, my heart is breaking for you... :(

I really don't know what else to say right now. :( ((((((((Lorraine)))))))))

I'm with you in my thoughts.


Kirsten

[sirrahbed]

((((Lorraine))))

[CalliesMom]

Oh God I'm so sorry! :( I don't even know what to say...

[Sonia59]

I'm so sorry :(
((((((((Lorraine))))))))

[QueenScoopalot]

My heart is breaking Lorraine. :( I'm so very sorry that Katie wasn't strong enough to overcome what should have been a routine procedure...this reminds me too much of my dear (only 9) year old Bonnie who had a similar decline after dentistry. http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=64665&highlight=Bonnie+Legs May Bonnie & my dear Willy and all the other kitties at The Bridge guide your pretty girl around. We were praying Lorraine, but sometimes there's reasons we'll never know about, that take our loved furbabies away so fast. :( RIP Katie.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v128/QueenScoopalot/New%20rescues/c05.jpg

[Laura's Babies]

........... I am at a loss for words........ ((((HUGS))))))

[Uabassoon]

(((hugs))) I'm so sorry to hear this.

[trayi52]

My heart goes out to you, my dear friend. (((((Hugs))))) to you Lorainne.

Willie :(

[kuhio98]

Lorraine: I'm so sorry that you are facing this final loving act with Katie. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Katie: Thank you for the many years of joy you gave us. Until we meet again.
Love,
Lisa

[krazyaboutkatz]

Lorraine, I'm so sorry to hear this. :( I don't know what to say. I'm having major LES going on right now. Please take care. ((((HUGS))))

[catnapper]

I don't know what to say. I am truly sorry to hear this. My heart is breaking for you and the hard decision you are faced with. What a shocking turn of events.

[AlleyCat]

Oh I am so very sorry to hear of this. Poor Katie, and poor you, it's so heartbreaking you have to go through this. HUGS !!!

[jenluckenbach]

This is the most distressing news. :( I had such high hopes for your little girl. I know that there are no words to keep you from hurting but please know that we are hurting with you. together we know the (imaginary) guilt we put on ourselves and the "what ifs" that we ask ourselves. We know the heart wrenching pain of having to say good bye and feeling responsible for taking their life away. We've felt the total emptyness of having 1 less family member no matter how many others are still in our lives. But remember, the pain will pass and the beloved memories will remain with you always. Katie's spitit will never leave you, she is part of you.


{{{{{HUGS}}}}}

[Prairie Purrs]

It's a very sad day. I'm so sorry.

[orangemm]

Lorraine, I'm crying with you. This is so sad. I know your heart is breaking.


(((((hugs)))))

[Craftlady]

I'm so sorry. Let it be a comfort she wont be suffering anymore.

[jazzcat]

Lorraine, I'm so sorry. This breaks my heart.

(((((HUGS)))))

[prechrswife]

I'm so very sorry. :(

[Shady]

I've come back to this thread six times, my heart is breaking for you and sweet little Katie, she will always remain with you in your heart.

Godspeed Katie.



Remember Our Love

I was chosen today
I'm learning to fly
the world took me away,
but please don't you cry

And I chose you today
to try and be strong
so please don't you cry
and don't say that I'm gone

When you're feeling alone
just remember our love,
I'm up near the stars
looking down from above.

Remember our love
In a moment you'll see
that I'm still here beside you
when you're thinking of me.

[AbbyMom]

I am so sorry...

[doolittleky]

Lorraine,
I am so so sorry to hear about Katie. I was praying she would recover and you would have her back with you to love for many more years to come. My heart is breaking for you. I am just too sad over this. I don't know what to say other than I am thinking about you and I am so sorry for your loss.
Melissa

[k9krazee]

Oh no :( I am so sorry :( :(

[DogLover9501]

I'm so sorry :( I don't know what else to say...

((((((Hugs))))))

[rg_girlca]

Thank you all so very much.
My Katie, Katie Pretty Lady is at peace now.

I held her in my arms while the final injection was being given, talking to her and what do I hear playing, the lullabye song, "Go To Sleep My Little One." I asked the vet if they play that song just for this occassion and he said, "No, that it was a coincidence that it was playing on the radio. It brought comfort to me.

Then while we were driving home, a tabby cat just like my Katie girl, went running across the street. What does my hubby come out with, "There goes our Katie running to the Rainbow Bridge." Well, you can imagine how that just did me in.

When I feel up to it, I will make a proper memorial for my sweet girl.

Thank you all again.

[jackie]

Then while we were driving home, a tabby cat just like my Katie girl, went running across the street. What does my hubby come out with, "There goes our Katie running to the Rainbow Bridge."

I like that thought. Hugs.


RIP Katie

[Kirsten]

Oh (((((((Lorraine)))))))))

That comment your hubby made let the tears flow here...

I'm so very very sorry that it ended this way, but like you have said, she's at peace now, and without pain and suffering.


R.I.P. little Katie girl


Kirsten

[emily_the_spoiled]

I am sitting here with tears streaming down my face :(

I am so sorry that you had to make this decision. Katie is now watching over you from the RB. She is at peace and playing with all the others that have gone before her...

[Soapets]

Remember Our Love

I was chosen today
I'm learning to fly
the world took me away,
but please don't you cry

And I chose you today
to try and be strong
so please don't you cry
and don't say that I'm gone

When you're feeling alone
just remember our love,
I'm up near the stars
looking down from above.

Remember our love
In a moment you'll see
that I'm still here beside you
when you're thinking of me.

This is so touching. It is so, so sad to have to say goodbye, dear Katie. Lorraine, my thoughts and prayers continue to be with you. LES here, too....

Deb

[Nomilynn]

I am so, so sorry to hear this :(

RIP Katie

[orangemm]

Play hard at the Rainbow Bridge, little Katie Girl; rest easy knowing your meowmie loves you very much and will never forget you.

I'm so sorry, Lorraine. We all share your grief and pain. If you need us, we're here for you.

[CalliesMom]

Your husband comment was very sweet. Play hard at the RB, Katie.

Again, I'm so heartbroken over your loss. I honestly did not expect this to happen. :(

[christa]

I am so sorry about Katie. I know how hard it is to loose a beloved pet, a part of the family. Hang in there and it will get better with time. At least you know that she's not suffering anymore.

{{{Hugs}}}

[K & L]

Lorraine
My heart aches for you. I'm so sorry to hear this and hope the friendships here will help comfort you during your loss.

Lisa

[lisalee]

Lorraine, I'm so sorry this happened. I was praying for Katie to get better. My heart breaks for you at this terribly difficult time. Just remember Katie will always be with you. Please take care of yourself and someday it will get brighter for you again.

[NoahsMommy]

Lorraine & Hubby,
I'm so sorry Katie has gone to the RB so soon...she was a lovely girl and she will be missed. :(

Lots of hugs and love,
Kelly

[Soapets]

Sometimes healing comes through death, as Katie is certainly well and no longer in any pain, playing at the Rainbow Bridge. I believe that prayers for her to be healed have been answered, just not in the way that WE had hoped she would be healed...... I just can't imagine the distress you must be feeling, Lorraine. I, too, hope that by knowing how many people here on PT care about you, and can understand what you are going through, you will in some way feel a little better.....

Deb

[luvofallhorses]

I don't know what to say but I am sorry. :(

((((((((HUGS)))))))))

[carole]

Lorraine I am so sorry to read this, my heart goes out to you and hubby right now, sending you a ton of hugs and know that you are in our thoughts,RIP beautiful Katie, Sooti,Romeo and Juliet are waiting with open paws to greet you sweetheart.

[elizabethann]

My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Katie.

[Laura's Babies]

I have cried all day over Katie. I have cried for you to Lorraine as I know your heart is broken and it will take you a long time to heal. I know your arms ache for her and so does your heart, I have been where you are so I know your pain... Just remember, your friends are here and we DO understand your loss and your pain. Take your time, we are here.

[Karen]

Rest in peace, play nice at the Rainbow Bridge, pretty girl. You go find my Uncle Mac, I'm sure he's got an endless supply of cat treats as well as skritches.


(I moved this to Cat Memorial.)

[Glacier]

Godspeed, Katie. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[Grace]

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow;
I am diamond glints of snow;
I am the sunlight on ripened grain;
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush;
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds encircled flight
I am the soft star that shines at night
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there, I did not die
Author Unknown

[wolf_Q]

I'm so sorry to hear about sweet Katie. :( May she rest peacefully at the bridge and watch over you. {{hugs}}

[Cataholic]

Words are so meaningless at a time like this. Know you are in many, many people's hearts right now. Katie is free from pain, waiting patiently for you.

[chocolatepuppy]

I'm so sorry. :( May Katie Rest in Peace.

[jazzcat]

Lorraine, what you said about seeing the tabby made me remember a similar experience I had. Richard and I walk the neighborhood every evening and a few days after Disney was gone out of nowhere a little white dog that looked very much like her ran right up to me while we were walking. We've been walking the neighborhood for months and I had never seen her before. I pet her and kept her with me until the owner came out of the house to get her. I said "cute dog" and he asked if I wanted her jokingly. I almost burst into tears. I think your experience and mine are ways our babies are telling us they are okay, running and playing now.

Rest in Peace sweet Katie. You will be very missed.

[auggie]

Oh, Lorraine, I'm so very sorry over the loss of your precious Katie.
((((hugs)))

And God asked the feline spirit
Are you ready to come home?
Oh, yes, quite so, replied the precious soul
And, as a cat, you know I am most able
To decide anything for myself.

Are you coming then? asked God.
Soon, replied the whiskered angel
But I must come slowly
For my human friends are troubled
For you see, they need me, quite certainly.

But don't they understand? asked God
That you'll never leave them?
That your souls are intertwined. For all eternity?
That nothing is created or destroyed?
It just is....forever and ever and ever.

Eventually they will understand,
Replied the glorious cat
For I will whisper into their hearts
That I am always with them
I just am....forever and ever and ever.

[Cinder & Smoke]

:(

You and Huby have my deepest sympathy.

Safe Trip to the Bridge, Katie ... We all miss you.

/s/ :( Phred

[WVHoney49]

I am new to PT but upon hearing your story, my heart hurts for you. These Kittys are our babies, they depend on us and we love them as children. I am so very sorry for the pain and heartache you have to bear. I honestly believe that God does not let the little creatures suffer. Soon Katie will be running and playing in Cat heaven with all the other wonderful kitty's. Try to be strong and know that Katies loved you and that you have many memories of her and you together. :confused:

[Kater]

I am so saddened to hear this news. :( Words hardly seem adequate. Katie was such a beautiful tabby and I always enjoyed seeing her and the rest of your crew in your siggy. My thoughts are with you, your husband and your furry gang as you cope with your loss.
RIP always, sweet Katie.
(((HUGS)))

[rg_girlca]

I want to thank all of you for your sincere sympathies and the beautiful poems. They mean a lot to me and having all of you helping me these past few days get through this, has made it easier for me also.

I will cherish your care and love for my Katie girl in my heart forever.

Rest in Peace my dear Katie, Katie Pretty Lady.
I miss you so much already. I love you and will never forget you my sweet velcro girl.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v241/tiger04/Animals032.jpg

[Edwina's Secretary]

Godspeed little Katie...godspeed.

I am so sorry for your loss.....

Sara

[Ally Cat's Mommy]

(((Lorraine)))) I am typing through the tears, and I can only imagine what you are going through at the moment. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Play well at the RB, precious Katie

[just me]

As I read this thread this morning, I am in tears.
I am so sorry. :(
RIP sweet Katie

[Maresche]

I am so sorry for your loss.

{{HUGS}}

[smokey the elder]

I'm so sorry about Katie. Play nice at the RB, pretty kitty.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Oh Lorraine, I am so sorry. I had such hopes for little Katie after reading your last thread on her Friday. I was devastated this morning to open the Memorial section and find Katie's name at the top.

I know words aren't much help right now, so here are some big {{{hugs}}} to help you through this most difficult time. :(

RIP Katie, you are already missed more than you could know. :(

[catmandu]

Katie got her wings Today,at The Welcome To New Pets Breakfast at The Rainbow Bridge.
She was made welcome,by All The Pets,and will dine with them in Oslo,Norway.
Then she will fly down to Hamilton,to have Dinner with The Pet Talker Angel Army at Tony Romas and then to our Giant All Pet All Night Party,at The Found Cat Hotel.
Katie knows,that you di your best for her,and she still loves you,and wants you to know,that you will meet again,One Fine Day. :( :( :(

[Maya & Inka's mommy]

So sorry to hear about your loss... :(
Godspeed to my Sydney at the rainbow bridge Katie!

[Ingrid's dad]

Thank you all so very much.
My Katie, Katie Pretty Lady is at peace now.

I held her in my arms while the final injection was being given, talking to her and what do I hear playing, the lullabye song, "Go To Sleep My Little One."

When I feel up to it, I will make a proper memorial for my sweet girl.

Thank you all again.

This is a rough time, isn't it? It really sucks.

If I can offer you anything at all, it might be that you were there with Katie, to give her company and stand with her as she drew her last breath and then relaxed and went on ahead of all of us. That's pretty important.

I couldn't be there for that final moment with my Ingrid because it was not until the surgeon had a look inside Ingrid's belly that we realized how bad the trouble Ingrid had actually was. I feel like a rat because I couldn't be there then--not that I would want the memory of seeing the procedure--and also because the last hours Ingrid had there before they operated to try and save her were frightening for her. She hated vets.

So I wish I could have been there to hold her as she died.

When the time tells you it is right, you'll find a fitting way to make a memorial to Katie. It doesn't have to be in a rush. Ingrid lies in a place she picked out herself--the only place I ever saw her lie down in the grass in her whole life--and I raised the soil level there with some timbers, and now ornamental grasses and ferns grow in that planter box, while Ingrid sleeps below. The squirrels in my trees have really enjoyed tucking pecans into the soft dirt they've found there. That's fine because Ingrid always really admired squirrels. ;<)

I have a 5-watt night light in the back window for Ingrid, too. So she can find her way home. I'll keep that light there at least until the bulb burns out.

You have other animal friends, right? They need reassurance, too. Ingrid had a little brother who was a rabbit a few years back, and after Louie passed away, Ingrid mourned him. She knew what had happened.

I'm still waiting for the sign that Ingrid is okay. I will recognize it when I see it. It may be very subtle, but it will be powerful and I will be glad.

Maybe you have already seen the same sort of sign for Katie? If not, just keep your eyes open. It will come.

[Killearn Kitties]

I'm so sorry that it all worked out this way for you and Katie. You did everything you could for Katie. :(
Rest in peace sweetest girl.

[catlover4ever]

Lorraine, I am so very sorry. My heart is breaking.

Godspeed Katie, RIP and play hard at the Rainbow Bridge.

[Donnaj4962]

The tears are flowing, and my heart is broken for you and little Katie. I am so very sorry that yo had to make this decision, but I know that she is now at peace, and playing at the RB.

Your husbands comment about her running to the bridge was what made the tears welling in my eyes spill over.

I know youmust be hurting at this time.

God bless you and your family.

[Poo]

I am so sorry to hear about Katie :(

Nicki x

[Queen of Poop]

So terribly sorry for your loss. :(

[sandragonfly]

oh my!! what have I missed.....?? :( :( :(

I don't know what to say.. this happened so fast! all I want to do is hug you!

(((((LORIANNE))))) I'm so sorry ..awfully sorry. :(

..gina & star

[furrykidsmother]

Lorraine, I am sooo sorry. I haven't been around much this weekend and I am so sorry to hear of this. Katie and you have been in my prayers all day and I just read this. There are no words to tell you how badly I feel! I pray that your sweet Katie is well and happy at the RB and pray that God gives your strength to get through this most difficult time! It is so hard to type through the tears, I am so sorry!

[sasvermont]

((((((((((((((Lorainne)))))))))))))) I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

I am crying right now....knowing how much you loved her furry face and how much you will miss her. It was her time to leave this world, and she is now resting easy with all of her PT friends.

L,
SAS

[prechrswife]

RIP, Katie. :(

[sandragonfly]

just wanted to say.. thinking of you.

hope you're doing allright - katie is all happy up there, sad she couldn't cheer you up until the day you both reunite!

((((LORIANNE))))

[wolflady]

I'm so very sad to see this about Katie...I was hoping that she would pull through. :( I never know what to say in times like these...please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know Katie will be very dearly missed, but you did everything you could for her. Godspeed to the Rainbow Bridge, Katie...
**hugs**

[crsvstang]

I'm so sorry. :(

[ramanth]

I'm so very sorry. :(

[WVHoney49]

I am so very sorry for your pain. :(