The End......oh so near. **Update***

[Catsnclay]

Well Fluffy was back at the vets this afternoon. He has lost 2 1/2 lbs in the last 2 weeks - not good

He is no longer eating or drinking. He also does not use the litter box, although he is close. He does go on the rug in front, so he is close. He is deaf, and those beautiful green eyes are clouded over with cataracts, and he is very wobblely when he walks - his hind legs just don't work any more.

The last 2 weeks have been the worst for me. I ended up hysterical yesterday when cleaning out the spare bedroom. Believe it or not I lost it while going through my sexy high heeled shoes that I can no longer wear of all things!

The last thing we can do for Fluffy is give him some pills that will help him with is food intake, if this fails there is nothing else we can do. nothing.

My face is red & swollen, I can't believe all the tears that have come from me these past few days. I haven't felt like doing anything - and spend my days holding Fluffy - who sleeps the days & nights away.

He is really just bones right now. I gave him his Sub Q's this am, and when we went to the vet, he was still dehydrated I have no idea what to do.

At the vets, he was wide awake and wanted OUT of the office, trying to escape - I haven't seen him this active in quite some time.

I just don't know what to do. I can't put him down........but I can't let this go on, it is killing me. I wish there was an easy answer to all of this.

[dukedogsmom]

There is no easy answer and the most painful one needs to be done. I know you don't want to say goodbye but you don't want Fluffy to suffer, either. Believe me, I know how hard it is. When Duke layed down in the driveway and didn't get up, I just held his leash and balled. It's the last gift of love we can give them. We're all here for you, if you need us.

[sirrahbed]

Bunny I am so sad for you. ((hugs))

[jennielynn1970]

Oh my.... this is so sad. I know what it is like waiting, and not wanting to see the end. I also know that I can't stand to see an beloved pet suffer, and that I will not go to extreme means to keep the pet alive, if it does not add to the quality of his/her life. Sometimes you just have to do what is best for the pet, and not think about how lost you feel. It's a horrible feeling, but if she's telling you it's time, then it's something you will have to do for her, not for you. I know what it is like second guessing as well. Should I do this? Did I do the right thing? What if.... It's all just torture.

When the time is right for Fluffy, you will know. Like the others told me, it does sound cliche, but she will let you know when she has had enough and just wants peace.

Be brave for her, and when it is time, help her to find that peace.

[catmandu]

That is the toughest most gut wrenching decision that a pet Guardian will ever have to make.
Is it time for your Pet to pass on.
I know that I have had to make that a few times and it still bothers me, what I had had given them more time.
We are praying for you and Fluffy.

[joycenalex]

you and fluffy are in my prayers. it's a hard decision you have to make for your dear one. bunny i am so sorry

[critter crazy]

Oh I am so sorry!! Prayers coming your way!

[Catsnclay]

Thank you everyone - this is so hard on both Tim & myself.


Hopefully Fluffy will give us some sort of message, and that will make things much easier for us.

Untill then, he will get lots of huggies, kissies and noogies!

This is so hard on us right now! I wish it would be easier..........

[Catty1]

Bunny - I just reread your post from March 14. I think Smokeythe Elder said it best there: "CRF is the pits." And that's putting it politely.

I am sending prayers...hoping that Fluffy is comfortable, and can still appreciate some cuddling from you.

I dread the day that I see one of my two boys just disintegrating, and me being helpless, with the best and most caring vet in the world...

I want them to have a long and good life....which means I will have had them for longer and miss them even more...

Fluffy would not have reached 20 without your care and love.

That darling boy.

I am so sorry, Bunny, for your pain... If, as so many say, Fluffy lets you know when and if it is time, I hope that makes it feel more right for you.

HUGS HUGS HUGS HUGS HUGS

[Catsnclay]

Around noon today, Fluffy crossed over the Bridge.


We took him in and everyone at the vet's office had tears in their eyes. They all came in the room at different times, said their good-byes to Fluffy and gave us both a hug, then Dr. Bennett came in. At that point Tim had to step out of the room (he has this thing about needles) and before she proceeded she asked if she could say a prayer over him - which was very nice. He was in my arms the entire time.

In a strange sort of way I am sitting here crying like a baby (just like I did all week) but in the same sense I feel better. I never thought I could do what I just did, but I new in my heart I had to be there for him, right up to the very end.

A very big thank you goes out to each and every one here for comforting us at this difficult time - we really do appreciate it!

And yes, Gary, the pet Angels are now with my dear Fluffy.

Thank you!

[DrKym]

Our deepest sympathies to you and your Husband, We wish you peace and healing.

The Goodnows

[critter crazy]

It is such a hard thing to do, but deep in our hearts we know it was for the best. I feel for you! Your baby is having a blast at the great big Cat scratcher at the Rainbow Bridge! RIP Fluffy!

[deboraborialis]

I'm so sorry for your pain and sorrow. You were obviously a very kind and caring pet owner (or are we owned?). I recently had to make the hard decision to put my beloved pet to sleep, and it broke my heart. I know, as you do, that it was for the best, but that doesn't make the tears stop.

Thinking of you.

[Barbara]

Bunny, my thoughts go out to you and Tim. Fluffy had a long and very happy life with you. He is now at a place where there is no age and no pain.

I am so glad that I knew your big boy. I'll always remember him as a friendly lion under the cats.