Rutherford's sad news.

[Barbara]

Jen I am so terribly sorry. Rutherford was one of the "early" kitties I met here at PT. I am sending good vibes and hope that the end will be as soft as possible.

[lvpets2002]

I am so saddened to read this.. I wish & send positive vibes for this wittle one.. Prayers

[Catlady711]

That is very sad to hear. I'm just happy he has a wonderful mommy like you to help him feel as comfortable as possible with what time he has left and will continue to love him despite his medical problems. He's a very lucky cat to have you there for him. Give him a head rubbing for me will you?

[ChrisH]

Oh, Jen, such sad news. My heart goes out to you and your boy.

[Randi]

Jen, I'm so sorry to hear how bad Rutherford is. I hope he'll be as comfortable as possible in his last days - I know you are doing what you can to ease his pain! Please give him some kisses from me.

(((Hugs))))

[Catty1]

Jen...I am SO sorry to hear this about Rutherford. I do hope he is as comfortable as possible.

Just as an aside, I was talking to my vet after Cole's recent visit. He, too, has noticed an incredible increase in cat cancers. He said that one theory is that the urinary foods dissolve and prevent crystals, but also might be compromising the immune system. Maybe that applies to a lot of special diets.

Please give him a hug and a kiss on the forehead for me. Poor baby...poor you!

Just look at your miracle Mr Meow...I hope you can get some comfort from that.

[smokey the elder]

I'm so sorry about Rutherford.

About the apparent increase in cat cancers: could it be that they can be detected, and/or the cats are living longer? I hear of many more cats living into their late teens than I had when I was a kid.