I lost my best friend.

You did the right thing for Lion all the way down the line. You gave him the best vet care, you chose not to put him through more when he'd had enough and you were with him in his final moments, during his passing to the RB and even afterwards, holding him in your arms. There's nothing to regret and only good memories will remain after the initial pain wears off. Lion will always be but a thought away to comfort you and let you know that all is well. A candle burns for you both.

Sleep softly dear Lion...

I am so sorry on the loss of your beloved Lion. Another one sitting here crying over the loss of your beautiful cat. I've also had to deal with the loss of a beloved pet. We pts our cat Emma last June becuase of end stage kidney failure and it was the hardest thing we ever have done. It is hard to do, but it was the least we could do in a seemingly hopeless situation. I am glad that you came here to share with us your life with Lion and give us a glimpse into his personality. You were both fortunate to have each other. Keep in mind that as much as you are hurting over his loss, remember the difference you made in HIS life. A very lucky kitty indeed! Many sadly do not experience the love of a human companion.

Again, thank you for posting your story. We do care, and understand becuase we've been there. In time it will get better; and always remember that Lion is nearby, waiting until you are reunited again.

Mary

There is indeed a place for our Pets when they have to leave us.
Its called THe Rainbow bridge and the Pets have several chapters of the Pet Angel Army who tour the World going to all the nicest places and staying at 4 Star Hotel and dining at the nicest Restaurants.
And they write down places that they know that you would enjoy together so you can be reunited and have a great time.
Lion has his wings now and is touring India , and will mark down the Taj Mahal as the first place that you will see together when you are reunited in love.
One Fine Day.

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And to a Fine Cat from Brooklyn we say farewell but not forever as he will see his Dear Guardians in a better place.
One Fine Day.

I'm so sorry to hear about Lion's passing.:( You'll meet again some day but until then he's playing up at Rainbow Bridge and he's healthy and pain free again. I'm sure that he's already met my RB Pepper. RIP sweet Lion.:(

All of us that have loved and lost fur babies know how hard it is and our thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope no one will take this wrong, but in some ways it is harder to deal with the loss of our fur babies. Your baby is playing with out babies, happily and pain free at the Rainbow Bridge.

I'm so sorry about Lion.

Reading your words just makes me cry. I know all too well the feelings of doubt and sadness when losing a loved companion. Even when there are other pets in the household, there is still the emptiness that remains because your special one is now gone.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, and hope that you find solace in the coming days.

How very sad, Fritz was a special one, no doubt. I sit here with tears in my eyes, knowing exactly of what you wrote. RIP, dear one, and special thoughts to your human.

Hello everyone.

I am overwhelmed by the responses to my post about my dear Lion. I wish I could reach out give all of you a hug. I want everyone to know that I really appreciate their kind words at such a bad time in my life. I've found support here that I could not find anywhere else.

I had not been back to this site for a few days because I was having a really hard time coping with the loss of my friend. I still can't look at a picture of him without getting upset. In fact, there's not a day that has gone by where I haven't cried over my baby.

Our pets may not be in our lives for very long, but they do teach us a lot while they are here. They teach us about patience, gratitude, and love. In their passing, they also teach us to deal with pain, and to hold on extra tight to those we love who are still here.

a hug for you too. :)

he sounded like a very special friend.

may he rest and watch you over - sleep softy sweet fritz.