Jack Is Ill: He is going to the bridge...(Update)

Thank you for your prayers and thoughts, I am counting them all, and hoping they will help to take care of Jack.

Update:
The vet phoned yesterday and said he managed to get a blood test from Jack, he is still stable, poorly but stable having oxygen.
He said he is completely hyperthyroid and is suffering from serious hyperthyroidism, as it has shown in his blood. This is what is making his rapid heart rate and breathing.
His other thyroid has just completely taken over, and is going completely haywire. He said that usually 70% of thyroid in cats is bilateral.

He is still in a stable condition, and he said he will try and get an x-ray from him today.
What he needs to know is if there is irrepairable damage to his heart from the thryoid, if it is enlarged and damaged then there isn't much to do, as he would never survive an anaesthetic to remove the other thyroid.

I am PRAYING that there isn't any damage to his heart, and it's all the thryoid, and he can keep being taken care of with oxygen to calm down and eventually have his thryoid removed. Once the thyroid is gone, his problem should be solved, but I am on tentahooks not knowing what his heart is going to be like.

I feel like a zombie and completely empty. I feel sick, and have a constant pain in the centre of my chest. I am just praying his heart is okay, and he can be cured.

I am waiting today for another phone call, I will post an update when I recieve any news.

We'll be praying very hard for Jack and you. Don't give up, miracles have happened around here.

((((hugs))))

More prayers that Jack doesn't have permanent damage.

I'm sending along prays for Jack and you as well.

Take care.

The vet phoned around 11.30 this morning, he managed to get a concious X-ray this morning of Jack. However, the damage to his heart is just too bad and his breathing has deteriorated. He's gravely ill and there is nothing left to try for him now.

I will be going around 5.00pm this evening with Kevin and we will let him go to the bridge.

Thank you everybody for your kind thoughts, prayers and words, they have been a great source of comfort to me to read them, and know that people were thinking of Jack.

I know there is a crack in my heart that will never heal.

I will post in memorial soon as I know this will help the grieving process for us.

I will bury him in the garden by the fish pond, and plant a rose tree there for him. I will also buy a memorial plaque for him to put down.

I will never forget him, he has made me happier and given me more joyous, funny and happy moments in my life than I have ever had before. The times when I was with Jack were the happiest times I have ever had in my life, and I know eventually it is this I will remember about him.

Thank you everyone.

Kisses and headbutts to all your own furry friends and companions.

Kate, Kevin & Sunny xx

Kate,

I am sitting here in tears. I know the pain you feel. I really do. And PT helped me so much went we lost our Lilith. There is nothing I can really say to take the pain away. Spend some time with him before he passes and tell him over and over again how much you love him. Tell him he has touched many hearts and there will be a huge welcoming committee of PT Angels waiting for his arrival. Tell him it is ok to let go. That you know he is hurts but you want him to feel good again. He will understand and thank you. You are giving to Jack to most loving thing you can give him...peace. Everytime a PT kitty is taken it reminds me so vividly of my own loses of my beloved pet angels. Know we will all be with you, Kevin, Sunny & Jack. May his passing be quick and peaceful.

(((((HUGS))))))
to you all.

Michelle

I'm so sorry to log on this morning and read this. I wish this wasn't happening for your sake and I wish Jack had more time w/you. Just know that everyone here on PT is praying for you and knows that Jack went peacefully to the Bridge. He's at peace now and you'll find peace soon as well. RIP, sweet Jack.

I am so sorry that this is the news. Praying that his passing will be peaceful. Hugs to you, Kevin and Sunny.

LES here! I am SO sorry! May he rest in peace and you have the strength to recover from your loss..

I am so sorry for your loss.

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

I am so sorry that nothing could be done for Jack. I know what you feel. RIP sweet and beautiful Jack.

I am in tears too and very sorry to hear that Jack can't make it. :( :( It will be so hard to say goodbye, but I know that is what he would want in this situation. He will be free of pain and not suffer anymore. You have done so much for him and I'm sure he is thankful for that. Keep him in your heart forever and try to think of the good times you had. The pain will lessen in time.

I will keep you in my thougts on this sad day, and I hope Jack will have a peaceful journey to the RB.

Rest in peace, sweet Jack!

Big hugs to you.

I am so sorry for what you are going through today. It has now been one month (to the day) since Emily passed over. She can meet him at the entrance and show him the "ropes".

Sleep well Jack and wait for meowmie

LES here. I have been praying for sweet Jack, and I will continue my prayers that his trip to the RB is a peaceful one. Godspeed little one, and many (((hugs))) to your Meowmie. She did all that she could for you. RIP Jack, RIP.

The Pet Angels Are Gathering In Tasmania To Recieve The Spirit Of Your Dear Friend Jack Into Thier Fold And There Will Be A Picnic From The Porch Angels In His Honor.
He Will Explore The World With The Pet Angels And Find A Place Where He And His Loved Ones Will Rendezvous.
We Are Sorry For Your Loss , You Will See Jack Again.
One Fine Day.

((tears falling)) I was hoping to come on and see good news about Jack. I am so sorry this is happening. I have lost many cats in my life, but none are as close as my Taz is to me. When that time comes I will take comfort in knowing he is in a better place and that I have all of the wonderful people here at PT to support me and console me. We are all here to help each other through things like this.
Hugs to you, Kevin and Sunny.

I am so very very sorry that it has come to this. You really did do all that you possibly could have done for your adorable boy. He will be very sadly missed.

My thoughts will be with you later. Please take care.

I am so sorry that it is ending like this for Jack. I was thinking about him last night, holding my Calloway, and talking to him about the wonderful stories we heard on here about him.

May Jack be at peace, feel no pain, and travel quickly to the bridge. My deepest sympathies are going out to you at this time. It is just so tragic it had to come to this.

Big Hugs to you, and may you find peace in your time of sorrow and grieving.
Love, Jennie and kitties

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I am so sorry for your loss.

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The same here. LES here. Sweet Jack.

Just remember we are here for you and we share your loss and grief. Any of us could be in the same situation anytime. We all know how much it hurts; just reading your posts and all the replies brings tears to my eyes and pain in my heart.

Jack sweetie, play hard at the bridge; maybe you'll see my Mikey or Timmy there. :(

(((((hugs)))))

Thinking of you Kate, Kevin, Sunny & Jack. Time is nigh for you to be happy and painfree sweetheart. Rest easy and pass peacefully into the hands of God. Let your mummy know you have arrived with a sign ok sweetie.

((((HUGS))))

Michelle & the kits.

Dear, dear Jack. I am so sorry. And I wish the other vet had given you more information so you knew what was happening. :(

Love and hug him, he knows his humans, and will be comforted. I pray it will be peaceful for him.

{{{{hugs}}}}

Oh, God...I am so sad about this for you....

I'm so sorry to hear this sad news.:( He knows that he is very much loved and that you've done everything that you could for him. I hope that he passes peacefully. You'll remain in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

Oh Kate,

My prays are with you and your family and especially Jack.

It's never easy, my prays. You did all you could for Jack. He knows that. Hugs and Prays.

Melissa

I have not posted here before now. I am so very sorry to hear the latest news. Jack knows you have done everything you could, and he loves you very much. My sincere condolences go out to you.

Sending prayers,

I'm so sorry about Jack.

Jack passed away to the bridge about 5.15pm. He is now laid to rest in our garden, a place he loved to sit in the sun, and nose around and relax in his territory. I am going to buy a rose bush to plant where he is.

I said goodbye to him, and held him in my arms and told him everything I had to say, how much I'll miss him, how much I love him, that one day I will see him again, and we can have kisses and cuddles all over again, and never be apart ever.

Thank you everybody for being so supportive. I am so glad that Jack touched your hearts, as he did to all who were fortunate to meet him, or hear my stories about him.

Kate

Godspeed, Jack...you will always be loved.

Oh Kate!


As I sit here with tears streaming down my face, I can feel your pain...... it does tear a piece of your heart out when one of your "children" passes, and it does hurt, but be at peace knowing that Jack is not suffering any more.

Please don't beat yourself up with the "I could have done......I should have done....." all that will not help because you already DID the best for Jack.

Jack also knows that you did everything for him, and he greatly appreciates all your love and help. You will hear that from him one day.

My heart goes out to you and your family. Jack is playing at the Ranibow Bridge right now - pain free. Keep thinking good thoughts for him. He knows that you loved him dearly.

Crying for you....... Bunny & kitties

Prayers for you and Jack. I am so sorry.
Please don't second guess yourself. We all do the best we can, and you did the best you could. Whatever the outcome, Jack was loved dearly.

Prays will be continued as you go through this difficult time.

Play little one over the bridge.

(HUGS)

Melissa

Dear Kate
I know what going through too b/c this last Valentines day we had to put my dog down since we think he had some brain tumor or something, either way he was just to sick for us to care for him. Poor Jack, I'm sure he knows how much you loved him and loved you for that all that much more. You must have had a special bond with him like Clifford and I had and a bond like that will never be forgotten. Prayers be with you and Kevin, for your loss.

I am so very, very sorry. My deepest sympathy to you for the loss of your beloved Jack.

Hugs and purrs,
Pat and cats

I am so sorry!! RIP Jack!:(

Gentle Jack ~ We will never forget you. You have touch all our hearts.

I am so sorry. :( I sit here, crying with you. I feel the pain. Such a tragic loss. RIP dear little Jack. You will always be loved and remembered.

*HUGS* to you...I am so sorry for your loss. I am sorry I haven't found this until now, but my thoughts are with you and your family.

RIP dear Jack.

The Crew and I are so sorry for your loss. At lest you'll have the memories.