Now Gabe is sick! Much worse than Graemer!

[Tina]

I'm so sorry to hear about Gabe May he rest in peace now.
((HUGS))

[emily_the_spoiled]

I am sitting here in my office with tears running down my face, I can't believe this is happening. I am so sorry for you

Even though Gabe is going to RB and will not be suffering it doesn't make it any easier for you.

Rest in peace Gabe

Cheryl, Emily and Tanner

[lizbud]

Dear SAS,

I am in such shock right now, I can bearly type this. I am
crying right here in the middle of a busy office. Please forgive
me for not saying more than this. I am so very,very sorry.

Rest In Peace Sweet Gabe.

[sasvermont]

I brought him home and he is in a container on my bed. I will have to keep him in "cold storage" until spring, until the ground thaws. Don't ask......

He is still warm ..... I know his furry soul is no longer here, but his body is...lthough I dare not look at it... I can feel it through the plastic. Tonight I will take it to a place where it will stay until the thaw. That may sound morbid, but it is comforting to me.

Thanks everyone. I still can't stop crying. I am in such shock.

And thanks Robyn for such nice pictures of Gabe as a kitten and such nice comments about my taking your Gabe and letting him enjoy the friendship of two really swell cats and of course, my "cat hotel" like treatment. I do spoil my guys, that's for sure.

He did have a wonder side to him Robyn. He really trusted me from the very beginning, which I found amazing. I think he knew he could trust me. We had a good time together, outside this summer and inside as well. I will never forget that furry dude. ( I used to call him Tubby once in awhile....hehehehe...but most time sometimes....Gabe......the Gabester.....)

Last night, when I witnessed his major struggles trying to just breathe, it just broke my heart. It was such a relief to see him better this morning as a result of my giving him the sedative. It comforts me to know that his last hours on this earth were not the worst. Last night was the worst, for sure.

Rest in peace baby Gabe. I am sure you will. So many people loved you. You were one of a kind!

I hope the sadness passes quickly, as I truly want to enjoy the memories in a very positive way. Right now that is not possible. Maybe tomorrow.

[zippy-kat]

So so sorry for your loss, SallyAnne. I'm holding back the tears as I type.

{{Keeping you in my prayers.}}

[HayleyRosie]

I'm in shock right now. I'm so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Safe trip to the Rainbow Bridge, Gabe!

We'll never forget you...



Our deepest Sympathies to Sallyanne, Robyn, and Pam.

Now Rest In Paece, Gabe.

[Sudilar]

I don't visit the Cat section very often, but when I heard about Gabe, I had to stop by and express my deepest sympathy. I am in tears. This is heartbreaking. My heart goes out to you SallyAnne and Robyn. Gabe will live on in your hearts forever. I am so sorry for your great loss.

[moosmom]

SAS,

I just saw this thread and can't tell you how so sorry I am about Gabe. You did everything you could for him. I know what you're going through and can feel your pain. I just wish I could say or do something to make the pain go away.

Gabe did put up a great fight, as did Casey. They're both at peace now. You, my dear, are in my heart and prayers. Hang in there.

[Pam]

Dear Friends..... Thank you so much for your outpouring of love and sympathy. I feel like I am dreaming but I know it is true. I have just sent Sallyanne a note conveying what is on my heart. Gabe was a very special kitty - a little rough around the edges but he had his good side too which he allowed to surface every now and then. He was awesomely beautiful and had a sweet playful side, always ready to have a good game of chase the bottlecap. These are the memories I am keeping of him. It was painful to hear that he is gone but it was even more painful to read of his suffering. Sallyanne did what needed to be done and I am grateful for that. She befriended and loved this little guy and gave him the best buddy he ever had in his short life in the form of Graemer and also a cute lil sis named Miley. He was loved and he knew it.

Sallyanne I know the emptiness that you are feeling now. It is just horrible and it's the downside of loving a pet. I hope that each day will be a little easier for you and that Graemer and Miley will be the best medicine for you right now. Hug them tight and take in their healing medicine in the form of purrs and headbumpies.
You are a real sweetheart and I am proud to call you my friend.

{{{hugs to you on your loss}}}
Love, Pam

[Russian Blue]

I'm just reading this now and I am in total shock. I'm so sorry for your loss. It's heartbreaking!!

Even though I am fairly new to this site, I do feel a connection to your pets through the words and the spirit in which you say them.
This forum is wonderful in it's ability to share such wonderful creatures with so many people!

Give yourself time to grieve. He's at peace now, no pain or discomfort. Your such a wonderful person to take such a precious soul into your life!

It's the price we pay to love, but wouldn't this be such an empty place if we didn't take that chance to open our hearts.

Gabe, you were loved by many and many tears are flowing across the continents.....

[jenluckenbach]

NNNOOOOOOOOOO
I for one and NOT holding back the tears. I don't even know the whole "Gabe story" and I am sitting here crying like I lost my best friend. I am so sorry that this had to happen. We all know that he is at peace and comfortable now, but it still hurts so bad.
Please know that all my thoughts are with you now.
Jen

[Logan]

Sallyanne, Robyn, Pam and others....

As I have sat here today, remembering all the Gabe stories I have heard over the years and thinking of what happened with him today, I am awed by the fact that although he had a tough 24 hours, he suffered very little. God works in mysterious ways and he found an angel in our Gabe. Edwina saw it, as well as Graemer and Miley. There was something there that made him special to everyone whose lives he touched. I remember so vividly how Robyn and Pam thanked Sallyanne so profusely for giving him a chance in a home with no children, and originally, Sallyanne wasn't going to keep him, just "look" for a new home. And he fit in perfectly in her home and she kept him, loved him, and let him enjoy life. I can only wish that my Butter would find an Angel, like Sallyanne, if something happened to me. It takes a special person to "love" an animal like Gabe or like Butter, but they are out there and there is a place for them in this world.

I'm sorry to be back, with more remembrance, but I can't seem to get this situation off my mind.

Love to you all.

Logan

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I am in total shock. I couldn't get to PT yesterday so I missed this entirely until now.

Sallyanne, Robyn & Pam, I am so, so sorry. The suddenness (sp?) of it all is shocking, but in the long run it will be for the best since we know Gabe didn't suffer needlessly. I always had a special thing for him since he is so similar to my Mom's Cranker. I know he had a sweet side underneath all that gruff, and it showed in his interactions with Graemer. That last picture of him and Grammy is so cute, and sweet that Graemer is taking care of his brother.

I just don't know what else to say except RIP Gabe, you will definitely be missed.

[NoahsMommy]

SAS,

I just got back from a very touching funeral. The minister said that the woman (insert Gabe here) is now in a place where there is no pain, sadness, fear, hate or hurt. Gabe is there too, happy, healthy and loved. What joy to be in such a great place.

You are an angel to have given him such love and devotion. You made the best choice, for him. God bless your love and dedication to both Gabe and your two sweeties at home.

Wherever you "plant" sweet Gabe, he'll be honored. He'll always be "planted" in our hearts as well.

Take care and know we are here for you.

Love, Kelly