Tonight Is Lily's Last . . .

[AvaJoy]

We have made the heart-wrenching decision to send Lily on to the RB. The vet will come out tomorrow afternoon.

Her blood levels have remained unchanged since she has been on the sub-q fluids, however she has lost an alarming amount of weight and due to this the vet feels it is only a matter of time. Her appetite is waning and she is losing bladder control. She tries her darndest to get to the box, then only pees a scant amount. Is this painful or merely an inconvenience to her?? Yet she will release a lake on her bedding at times . . . it is so difficult to ascertain the level of her suffering, since cats are such experts at hiding their pain.

She has begun to recline in positions that we have never witnessed before, so this to me is an indication that she is uncomfortable and suffering. Her gait is unsteady, but she walked around the house today, bumping into a few things due to her cataracts/failing eyesight.

Yesterday she barely touched her food, but today she did seem to eat a little . . . oh, I hope this is the right decision for her. I know there is no hope that she will ever regain her health and that this is the end, yet I don't want to end her life prematurely, if she is not in terrible pain. There still exists somewhat a quality of life. But for how long . . . a week? A month? I don't want to let her go on, only to watch her endure a slow, painful death . . . this is so agonizing, and we just recently went through it with Shasta. I can always call and cancel the vet tomorrow, and I honestly don't know WHAT to do here, and am having second thoughts.

How I wish Lily could tell us what she wants us to do for her!!!!!!

[jazzcat]

Oh AvaJoy I am so sorry! I do think Lily is telling you what to do and you've heard her. You are doing the best thing for poor Lily. Just know that tomorrow night she will be pain free and that you've helped her to pass over to that wonderful existence.

It has truly been the saddest week here at PT.

Rest in peace sweet Lily and say hello to Butterscotch and Bob. We will miss you all dearly.

AvaJoy - you are in my thoughts and prayer.

[moosmom]

Oh Avajoy, I'm SO sorry! I know how difficult a decision it is. If only they could tell you what to do.

You just have to do what is in Lily's best interest. I've had to send 2 cats to the RB. Casey (RB, 2002) and Marina Mar (RB, 2001). I miss them SO much. But you never get over losing them, you just get used to them not being there.

Do what is in your heart. I know it will be what is best. Give Lily a kiss for me and tell her to kiss Casey and Marina Mar.

Hang in there!

(((hugs))))

[AmberLee]

{{{hugs}}} and prayers for you all during this painful and difficult time.

[captain]

Hugs to you over this difficult time................

[PayItForward]

Any decision you make is the right one, as you know and love Lily.

It would be easier if we knew what they wanted but we are the grownups in the relationship. It sadly falls to our shoulders to make the hard decisions.

If you think it is her time...then it is her time.

Lily, If it is your time today watch out for Binx, Butterscotch & Bob.

They are all newbies on the Bridge, you can learn about the place together.

Binx may be a dawg but as he lived on earth with his mummy and Seven cats, he is a honorary cat too.

AvaJoy {{{hugs}}} to you, we are here if you want to talk.

[Barbara]

I am so sorry of Lily. It looks as if she is telling you it is time to go.

This week she will be at Rainbow Bridge with the other new kids like Bob and Butterscotch and there will be many experienced kitties of ours who can show them around.

Sending comforting thoughts.

[Craftlady]

Rest in peace Lilly. It's nice that your vet will come to the house. That is so much nicer to go peacefully at home instead of sterile surrounds of a vet office.

Thoughts and prayers are with you today.

[jenluckenbach]

I am so sorry that you will be losing Lilly. {{{{HUGS}}}}
Have a safe journey to the RB, sweet kitty.

[catcrazylady]

I'm so so sorry. You know and love Lily so you will know if the time is right. So many precious babies crossing over this week. It's so sad. I feel deeply for you all.
Prayers on the way that Lily has a safe journey and that you have peace in your heart.

[catlover4ever]

Prayers are being sent to you and Lily. May Lily find peace over the Rainbow Bridge and may you find peace in your heart.

[Logan]

Avajoy, I am so sorry to read this news about your Lily. You and Lily will be in my prayers, my friend.

[Steffi N]

I am sorry that is now time for Lily to leave you. Please be comforted knowing that you did the best you could for her and that she will not suffer any longer. She will live forever in your heart. {{HUGS}}

[Randi]

Yes Avajoy, it's such a heartwrenching decision to make, but you do it for Lily, and I hope you'll find comfort in knowing you have done all you can for her.

I'm glad to hear your vet can come to your house and help Lily to the RB. May she have a safe journey!

Sending comforting thoughts in this sad time!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I'm so so sorry, Avajoy. Yes, so much loss here at PT this week.

Lily will let you know when it's time. Like others have said, unfortunately we have to make this difficult decision, but usually the kitties will let us know they are ready to go.

{{{{Hugs}}} to you and hugs and skritchies to Lily during her last hours.