I am new at this post.reading all the tributes brings tears to my eyes.I can truly understand how much it hurts to lose a beloved pet. I have lost quite a few beautiful cats over the years. But i still struggle with some decisions I made that i feel was wrong. I had a soul mate in a black persian we went to shows and he gave me so much pride and joy. I always said I would be with him when the day came , and i feel i let him down as i wasnt there.,He passed away without me holding him and I am in pain and guilt ever since. They say time heals but for me it hasnt. Sorry dont mean to go on about my sadness. But do know that i can share your pain. Its nice to know there is some people out there who I can speak to who can understand.