Max

[Cataholic]

Sometimes, what we all really need is someone to walk softly beside us, in silence.

We are all walking beside you and Max, silently, to offer you comfort, so that you are never alone. We are here, and will stay here, for you.

[emily_the_spoiled]

Slick, there is nothing that any of us can say that can help you right now. Unfortunately this is never easy time, but love him as much as you can while he is here and remember that you will see him again.

Someone sent this to me earlier, while it is about a dog it can easily apply to any animal...

A Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year old).

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolf hound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what wa s going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why.' Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.

He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good Life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The Six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.'

[Taz_Zoee]

I was doing fine reading through the latest posts. Until I got to Slick's last line in the most recent post. Now I am in tears and hoping nobody needs anything from me here at work for a minute.

Yes, several of us have been in your shoes but it still hurts to hear someone else is experiencing it. It literally is tearing me up!

Big Hugs to you Slick.

[Catty1]

I love both my boys, but Oscar is my heart kitty. They are hale and hearty, but the day will come...

I so feel for you, Slick. Hugs and prayers to you and Max. You have done absolutely everything for your heart kitty.

Thinking of you and Max always.

[katladyd]

I know the day will come when my cat, Mac, is ready to leave me. I hope I show as much strength and wisdom as you are showing all of us, slick. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you.

[phesina]

Hugs for you, slick, and very gentle pets for Max. Your love for each other is so sweet and will never end.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Ah, dear friend. It's because lots of us have been through what you are going through that we know how it's tearing you up. Everyone of us wish we could make Max well and take the pain away from you both. All we can do is be here for you, whenever you may need us.

[krazyaboutkatz]

Slick, I wish there was something that I could say to help comfort you during this very difficult time. Just remember that we're all here for you and that your love for Max can never die. More prayers and hugs are coming your way. Please take care.

[Pinot's Mom]

Sometimes, what we all really need is someone to walk softly beside us, in silence.

We are all walking beside you and Max, silently, to offer you comfort, so that you are never alone. We are here, and will stay here, for you.

I could not have said this better. We are here. {{{{hugs}}}}

[Anikaca77]

Prays for you and Max.

Melissa

[catmandu]

I know that the Awersome Angels Army will come for Michael one day, and it will be hard as hes been my constant companion the last few months, hardly ever leaving the bed in the main bedroom.
The Awesome Angels lead by Speckles are gathering for the time when they will lead Max to Paradise. Speckles is by Max's side to ease her companions fears and pain.
Dr Billy Graham wrote that we all want to be Angels, but noone wants to die and not to fear death as its a promotion to be better world.
We are saying more Prayers for Dear Max.

[carole]

Still thinking of you and Max, hoping Max is a comfortable as he can be, HUGS.

[Randy_K]

Slick, I am so sorry poor Max is going through such health problems. I know it's so hard on him and that you will make the right decision for him but trust him to tell you when it's time for him to go.

We lost little Peaches last March to rapid renal failure. From diagnosis to the end was slightly less than seven months. When she died she was just over seven years old - far too young! I learned while we cared for Peaches that the kidneys release a hormone that stimulates red blood cell growth. Peaches was terribly anemic since her kidneys just weren't working and her vet gave her Procrit to counter the lack of that hormone stimulation. Her response was surprising. In a couple of days she went from listless to racing around and playing. That made her quality of life so much better and gave us three more good months with her before she reached the end. For four months she needed daily sub-Q, oral medications and a weekly Procrit shot. Poor little girl. She tolerated a lot to stay with us.