Horrible Tragedy Today

[Pam]

Oh Aly, I understand very well some of the feelings you are feeling right now. One day back in 1996 I went off to work thinking all was well in my household. When I came home that night my beloved Whitney (8 yr. old standard poodle) was dead on my sofa. The vet assumed it was a heart attack since she had been just fine, but offered to do an autopsy. I declined because I couldn't bear to do that to her. Sometimes I wish I had though because I have such guilt about her death, especially since I was not with her at the time she died and never had a clue that anything was wrong. An autopsy might help to answer some of your questions but of course it is something you would need to feel comfortable with. (((hugs)))

[kuhio98]

I'm so sorry about your little kitty. Please don't feel guilty. I'm sure it was nothing you did. Cats are really good at hiding things until it's too late. I guess it's the "Law of the Jungle". Never show a weakness. Thanks to you Shadow had much love and attention during his short visit. I hope that gives you some comfort.

[Baby Leila]

Aly, I'm sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo sorry!!!!!!!!!!!! I know how painful it is. The same thing happen to me once but the more you blame yourself the worst the pain becomes. I suggest you take a good long cry and give the other kitties some extra cuddling and loving!

[jazzcat]

Aly I'm so sorry!!!!

[Miss Meow]

Aly, I'm so sorry about little Shadow. You're a wonderful carer, and I'm sure there's nothing you could have done differently. He'll be up at the Rainbow Bridge, looking after his siblings from above. {{{hugs}}}

[CatDad]

RIP Shadow, may your trip to the rainbow bridge be happy and have fun with all of our babies that are already there.

There is not much more I can add except to reiterate the fact that it was not your fault. I know that it does not feel that way at this time, but hopefully you will realize it in time. There is also the fact that Shadow knew more love in his short life than alot of kitties ever know. Thank you for that.

Sending prayers for realization and comfort to you. Also, sending a big{{{{{{{HUG}}}}}}}} to you and the rest of the babies.

Please write again if you want, sometimes sharing helps. I will continue to believe in you, until you can again believe in yourself.

[ILoveMyAbbyGirl]

RIP Shadow.
May your trip to the RB be fast and quick.
Play hard at the RB and think of your loving mom EVERY day.

[Cookiebaker]

Aly, I'm so sorry!! Shadow lived and passed on knowing nothing but your love.

Rest in peace, sweet Shadow. Have fun playing at the RB.

{{Hugs}}

[wolf_Q]

{{{{HUGS}}}} Aly, I'm so sorry. I can't imagine what you are feeling right now. Please know that it was not your fault. Maybe heaven just needed another angel.

[Ally Cat's Mommy]

Aly, please don't blame yourself! You gave that kitten such a wonderful life, full of love, for the short time it was with you. Shadow went to the RB knowing how it feels to be loved and held! He will be waiting for you there.

(((HUGS)))

Julie

[Kfamr]

Oh, Aly.....
I really don't know what to say....
Please accept my "virtual" hugs.
{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}

[tomkatzid]

Aly, we were very sorry to hear about Shadow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Katz

[trayi52]

aly
I am sure it wasn't anything you done, sometimes these babies just don't make it, so please don't blame yourself, I know how that feels, I lost one of my Chihuahuas when she was giving birth, I blamed myself for that, because I had wanted to have her spayed, puppies and all. after she died having them, I really felt guilty. She was my first Chihuahua, and she was my sweet little angel, it has been over 10 years, but you know I still miss her very much. Things just happen sometimes, and there is nothing we can do. I am so sorry to see and hear how much you are hurting right now, I hope you feel better soon.


Willie

[popcornbird]

Oh no! Im sooooooooo sorry! How so very sad!

It is NOT your fault. It was just the kitten's time, and no matter what you would've done, it was the cat's time and she would've gone no matter what.

I'm so very sorry for your loss.

[Kirsten]

I'm very sorry to hear about this! Poor little Shadow!

When all the kittens would play, he'd just be purring away on my lap or neck

This sounds cute but I can't help but wonder why he wasn't playing with his siblings. Maybe, like someone suggested, a genetic problem or a heart disease. It's sad, but it happens.

For the short time Shadow was here on earth, he was loved and cared for, and I'm sure he knows that. But I know, this is no comfort for you at the moment because it's just too sad...

Kirsten