That is true, she could have an illness that is bringing her down faster. I agree that sometimes an animal KNOWS when it is time to go and the one way they can tell us is by slipping away (not eating, in a lot of cases, is a very good sign). I am sorry this is happening, but I am glad that Carrie had you and will have you until the end. It is YOU she will wait for at the RB, of that, I am sure.