2009




George two days ago:


I have posted a lot about George, a wonderful kitty who I have had the true pleasure of cat-sitting when his person has been away.

Lately he had a tooth infection which infected an eye. With some antibiotics and painkillers, the eye got back to normal. But he became lethargic and just would not eat. He would purr, enjoy being brushed, but only eat a couple of treats, and no more than that.

George was taken to the vet this morning, and his owner and the vet had a very long talk. Yes, George could go on a pain patch, but the vet truly felt that his quality of life wasn't there. As far as the dental, George has a heart murmur and at his age and present condition, even just the anesthetic could kill him.

He did enjoy a better life for the few months he was on insulin - but apparently the diabetes and his age could leave him open to health challenges.

He went very quickly. His owner was clearly upset when he phoned me back. I was in tears.

Sweet, sweet George - play happy and whole at the Bridge.

Thank you all so much for your prayers and good thoughts throughout George's last ordeal.