Greetings Miss Z,

First of all, it's a pleasure to meet you, and thanks so much for dropping by and reading my story and responding. Everyone here seems so loving and caring...moreso than my own family and friends in dealing with the loss of my beloved Snuggles. I find that shocking!

Snuggles didn't succomb to the effects of the anesthesia, but instead died due to neglect on the veterinarin aide's behalf. The doctor administered the anesthesia and left the room so it could take effect, and the vet aide insertered a breathing tube into his chest and then got a cell phone call and walked away leaving him unmonitored. He suffocated to death when the tube got clogged with mucus. She left for 10 minutes...so there was no chance at reviving him. When she returned he was gone.

I think knowing that his death was due to complete neglegence on the aide's behalf makes my grieving process even harder. His death was senseless, and shouldn't have happened. I rocket between sorrow, rage and guilt and a ton of other feelings since it happened. My emotions are so out of control I feel like I'm on a never ending rollercoaster ride, and hanging on for dear life.

I'm glad you liked my poem. It definately came from the heart when I wrote it. I'd love to read yours too about your cat.

I'm so sorry to hear you, too, lost your precious Zsa-Zsa recently. I've been so busy spewing my problems all over the place here that I've not taken the time to visit other threads about lost pets yet...but I will. Did you write a thread about her in the forum? If so, I will have a look. I know what you're going through, for sure...perhaps we can help each through the rough times and perhaps smile again someday.

Thanks friend, talk soon...
NevadaKitty
Kathi