Now Gabe is sick! Much worse than Graemer!

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I will be holding my breath until I hear the latest news.

Oh my gosh, I just can't believe it. I won't go into details, but I really and truly thought he died last night. When I went to find him just now (he WAS sitting on the cool kitchen tile floor all night, after moving around the house) he was gone! He had walked ?? across the kitchen and was sitting on a rug in front of the washing machine and dryer. He is much more relaxed now much more than last night, all night, but still laboring with his breathing. I will confess to having put a sedative medication in his ear last night around 3 AM (the stuff he came to me with for his bad behavior) knowing full well that it might do him in. I just could not sit back and listen and watch him last night. I thought I would be putting him out of his misery.

So he is actually better now than early last evening, breathing wise, but now I must wait until 8:30 until the vet opens up. I know it will be a tough decision when I talk to the Vet.

So, anyway, the Gabe boy made it though the night. What a night. Now what? I hope only the best recovery for Gabe, but I cannot put him through much more.

Thanks for you love and support!
SAS

Sallyanne thank you for using that sedative! You are an angel. I think that there certainly must be some fear on Gabe's part as it has to be horribly frightening to not be able to breathe. I think you may have helped him tremendously in allowing him to relax a bit. Oh this news is so sad. I just can't believe it. Tears are falling now. :( :( Gabe we love you!

thank you for the report (I am off to work now ,and I can at least know that the medicine "kicked in")
Best wishes for the vet trip and further diagnosis.

Sallyanne, at first, I didn't think it was that bad with Gabe. I really hope he'll pull through. Try and keep him warm and relaxed! I know the waiting is the worst, not being able to do much yourself, but hopefully when you can take him to the vet, he can be treated and get better soon.

I'm sure you've been surfing the net trying to find out more about his condition and I guess that's all you can do for now.

Best of luck and all our fingers and paws crossed for him!

Get well soon, dear Gabe! :)

Hugs to you Sallyanne!

I want to have him x-rayed for sure. I will take him in, in about 5 minutes to talk to the Vet and decide what to do. He is still scared etc. and I want him to be comfortable not like this.

I have asked the tech to ask the Vet to sedate him enough to xray him, then we shall decide. If he should not survive the sedation, then that is the way it is. I can't keep guessing what is wrong with him.

Wish us luck and love.

Last night was like a nightmare here. It was such a relief to NOT hear him cry after I gave him the amitriplyine (sp)....cream in his ear.

Now, how to get him to the Vet without upsetting him.

Gosh, thanks so much for being here for me when I need your support. It is just wonderful.

Love,
SAS

I'm heading into work now and we don't have an internet connection there so I won't be able to check in until much later. Hoping that the vet can help him! {{{hugs}}}

Sallyanne, I never commented yesterday as I was preoccupied with my own stuff with Murphy, and I knew that Graemer was better, so I was hoping that Gabe would be better too. Now I know differently. Every prayer we have is going up this morning while Gabe is at the vet's office, hoping that they can sedate him carefully and enough to get a view of what is going on in his beautiful chest. We will keep watching for a post from you on his condition. :( I'm so sorry that he is so sick.

Logan

SallyAnne,

What an excellent idea helping him relax. As an asthmatic (attack free for a few years now) I can tell you the panic of not be able to get air!

Gabe is all I can think about. Please get better!

Sara

Gabe you big wonderful fluffy kitty, don't panic. There are people around to help you and you will make it!!!!!!!
I still see you on your paws to meet Edwina, and like Sara I cannot think of anything else.
:)

First thing i thought of when i woke up this morning was Gabe. Thank you for updating us. And glad you tried the seditive...im sure it helped him to relax a bit. Please let us know what happens next ((((HUGS to you and GAbe)))))

Robyn

Strong prayers are being said for Sweet Gabe. I feel so bad
for him & for you right now. I never thought he was THIS sick.
I'm praying with all my might that the vet can heal him. Liz.

SAS,
I am filled with sadness and concern for Gabe and you. Prayers are coming your way.

Oh, poor Gabe! Not being able to breathe causes panic which only makes it worse. Giving him the meds maybe took the edge off enough to break the cycle.

Hugz and good luck at the vet's. It's scary when they get sick all of a sudden.

Sallyanne, I didn't get to check back yesterday evening. I'm so upset to have heard how very ill Gabe is. I can only imagine how frightened and distressed you were last night. But I'm glad Gabe was able to have a little relaxation following the sedative. It's unbearable to see them suffering. I am hoping with all my might that the vet can diagnose him today and offer some hope. He found the most wonderful home with you and I pray that he will be able to enjoy his happy new life for many more years. Love and hugs to the dear Gabester and his loving Mommies Salllyanne and Robyn. Sandra, Mr. B and Oliver

Oh Sallyanne - to discover Gabe is so sick - what a shock. The poor furboy, who went through so much and is so happy with you and then ------this! It's not fair - I'm in tears. I'm just waiting to see what your report from the vet., is. I'm holding this sweet furboy - who's stolen all our hearts - in my thoughts and prayers - with {{{{{Hugs}}}} flying across the miles.

Come on Gabster - show 'em what you can do!

Lynne

This is going to be a real heart breaker, but the Vet suggested that he would never recover from his heart disease and would suffer from fluid in his chest and a heart twice the size it should be. Gabe made it through the xrays and as soon as I get there to hold him, he will be put out of his misery. Poor baby. I just cannot stop crying. He will be buried next to Mandy girl, my last RB kitty, here in Vermont.

What a shock. What a shock.

SAS
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...8/fca828a6.jpg
Gabe's last photo with Graemer grooming him....awwww...such love...

oh no. no. I know the feeling is all I can say. I don't know what else to say. Im sorry.

Sallyanne, what a shock.
I am in tears. Poor poor Gabe.
Hugs and love for you.
Barbara

I'm just now reading this thread and I'm so sorry Sallyanne. :( I really don't know what to say because I'm in shock. Just remember that you did everything that you could do for him and that he's now in a better place and free of pain. He's now at Rainnbow Bridge playing with my Pepper. Rest in peace sweet Gabe. {{{HUGS}}}

Oh no:(:(:(......tears, tears.... Sallyanne, Robyn, Pam, I am so sorry. What heartbreaking news.:(:(:( You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Oh,words are so inadequate. Gabe fought so valiantly. Rest easy now Gabe. We all loved you so. Sandra

We are so sorry. We love the photos of Gabe which you posted. Such a dear, sweet kitty. I hope my Ella will meet him at the Rainbow Bridge.

Oh Sallyanne, I'm so very sorry! Poor Gabe - and you! :( What a sudden shock! You must be devastated!

You've done everything you can for Gabe, but at least now he will be free of pain and can breathe easily at the RB. :)

He will surely be missed here on PT! My thoughts are with you during this difficult time, Sallyanne.

Rest in peace dear Gabe! You will always be remembered! :)

Was busy as work yesterday and did not log on. So sorry to hear the news of Gabe! :(

May he rest in peace. Love and prayers coming your way from all of us.

So sad and very sorry for you all.

I'm so very sorry. I feel like Gabe was one of my neighbor kitties because of hearing so much about him. After all you did to bring him into your home and all those wonderful pics of Gabe and Grammy.

Farewell Gabe - we love you.

I simply don't have words to describe my despair at this news, Sallyanne. I do know that Gabe has only been surrounded by love, his entire life, first with Robyn and Rob, Pam, Wade and Christian, and then by you and your beautiful family. Who could have known the fate that waited for this beautiful boy? He knew true love, his entire life, and thrived under your careful supervision and love.

I am so sorry for all of you, my dear friends, that Gabe's life is ending so soon. :( :( :(

Love you all.
Logan

I have no words....

Here's is a photo I was going to post later in the week....

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...6/fca92e58.jpg

Edwina whispers "goodbye"

How dreadful - what can I say? My heart goes out to you (and Robyn you're not forgotten xx) - your being so good, being with him when he makes his final journey. RIP lovely Gabe, go with love sweetheart and play at the Bridge with all our loved furkids.
I'm crying Sallyanne - I feel heartbroken - sorry, I have to go....

Lynne

I hope this makes sense because I'm crying so hard I can hardly see. It's like reliving Leroy's trip to the Rainbow Bridge all over again. He had the same problem. I know only too well the heartache you are going through right now. Gabe was a special kitty. Not every cat could win the heart of Edwina, after all. I'll always remember him and his New Year's party with Edwina in New York.

Gabe my furry sweetie, Leroy will be there to meet you and show you all the highlights and fun places at the Rainbow Bridge. You will be missed and never forgotten. We'll all get to meet you in person some day. Until then, play, be at peace, and know how much you are loved.
(((HUGS)))

Dear SAS and Gabe,
My heart goes out to you as you make this very difficult journey. You will be in your mom's arms, any of us should be so lucky when our time comes. Go quickly, Gabe, and have the everlasting joy that will greet us all! I know you will look down upon us and grace your mommy and siblings and Robyn with special love. My heart is breaking for you SAS.
{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}
Johanna

Sallyanne, I just sent you a personal email, but wanted to thank everyone for being so kind and sympathetic. You all are so sweet. Gabe will be in a better place and he will be healthy again, and that's how we can get through this, knowing that he is joining all of the other Pettalker animals that are already at Rainbow Bridge, waiting for him.

Sallyanne is such a generous and loving person for taking Gabe in...she gave him the best life that he could have asked for and he came out of his shell for her, which he wouldn't do for just anyone...he felt her love.

Gabe had a tough exterior, but he also had a sweet side, that I will always remember. I remember the day I brought him home...he was so small and fluffy and cute...

Here is Gabe as a kitten, thought Sallyanne might like to see him all tiny and snuggly :)

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...6/fca71913.jpg

Here is Gabe sleeping with me, as a kitten...

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...e/fca7195e.jpg

I know the quality of the pics arent great, but I thought you all might llike to see what Gabe looked like as a kitten...he was a spunky one, though he looks so snuggly in these pics. He will always be remembered and his picture is still hanging on my wall. He will remain in my heart, always.

(((HUGS))) and LOVE to you, Sallyanne, you are such a sweet , sweet woman, and I am glad that I have gotten to know you...and that Gabe got to spend the last months of his life with you :) Thank you for taking him in and for loving him. Love Always,

Robyn

I am in total shock :( I can't help but cry right now... I haven't even seen him , yet I feel so attached.. Still can't believe this has happened after hearing all the funny stories after maya's b-day, all the funny stories about him and Edwina , how healthy he looks few weeks or even few days ago... :( I feel so devastated ...

Sallyanne, just remember all the wonderful times that you've spent with him.. He's so much loved by you and your family, by Robyn's family and by all of us here at Pet Talk ... He's no longer in pain.. He's no longer suffering...

Let me share this excerpt from a poem that I read ... Can't help but hear Gabe's voice while reading this...

Think of me Mommy..
I'll hear your voice.
And know you made
The perfect choice...

You saved me once,
I'll not forget!
You took care of me,
But better yet:

YOU LOVED ME

You're loved by us..We'll always be here for you in times of mourning..

HUgs to you

I am so sad to hear the news about Gabe. I am not very good with words at times like these, but you have my complete and total sympathy. Sweet dream, pretty Gabe.

This is heartbreaking news. :( Sallyanne, I am so sorry:(

Goodbye dear Gabe, rest in peace.

I'm so sorry to hear about Gabe :( :( May he rest in peace now.
((HUGS))

I am sitting here in my office with tears running down my face, I can't believe this is happening. I am so sorry for you :( :( :(

Even though Gabe is going to RB and will not be suffering it doesn't make it any easier for you.

Rest in peace Gabe

Cheryl, Emily and Tanner

Dear SAS,

I am in such shock right now, I can bearly type this. I am
crying right here in the middle of a busy office. Please forgive
me for not saying more than this. I am so very,very sorry.:(

Rest In Peace Sweet Gabe.:(

I brought him home and he is in a container on my bed. I will have to keep him in "cold storage" until spring, until the ground thaws. Don't ask......

He is still warm ..... I know his furry soul is no longer here, but his body is...lthough I dare not look at it... I can feel it through the plastic. Tonight I will take it to a place where it will stay until the thaw. That may sound morbid, but it is comforting to me.

Thanks everyone. I still can't stop crying. I am in such shock.

And thanks Robyn for such nice pictures of Gabe as a kitten and such nice comments about my taking your Gabe and letting him enjoy the friendship of two really swell cats and of course, my "cat hotel" like treatment. I do spoil my guys, that's for sure.

He did have a wonder side to him Robyn. He really trusted me from the very beginning, which I found amazing. I think he knew he could trust me. We had a good time together, outside this summer and inside as well. I will never forget that furry dude. ( I used to call him Tubby once in awhile....hehehehe...but most time sometimes....Gabe......the Gabester.....)

Last night, when I witnessed his major struggles trying to just breathe, it just broke my heart. It was such a relief to see him better this morning as a result of my giving him the sedative. It comforts me to know that his last hours on this earth were not the worst. Last night was the worst, for sure.

Rest in peace baby Gabe. I am sure you will. So many people loved you. You were one of a kind!

I hope the sadness passes quickly, as I truly want to enjoy the memories in a very positive way. Right now that is not possible. Maybe tomorrow.

So so sorry for your loss, SallyAnne. I'm holding back the tears as I type.

{{Keeping you in my prayers.}}