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[spiderw]

I am so sorry, domenica1, for the loss of your beloved cat, Diesel.  

My cat, Tommy, was sleeping on my bed when without any warning or previous issues, grunted and passed away.  I was so upset and alone and had to take him to our emergency Vet in the next town.  It was sudden and difficult for me to deal with.  However, in time the pain subsided and I made it through the grief of loss.

I will say with the many cats I have had throughout the years, each passing hurts as much as the last and it is never easier with each.  Pets are part of us and they unfortunately do not live long lives.  Some people go on to another pet and some do not.  I only stopped because I physically couldn't do it anymore as far as caring for the pet.  I am alone and do not have help if I go away and have to leave the pet behind.  But I miss not having a cat around every day and this is the first time since I was a young girl, I am without a pet.

I wish you peace of mind and strength to get through the grief process.  If you feel you need help, seek it out . Try to find help through your faith also, time does heal.

[Annabellethecat66]

@mariadomenica First, I'm so sorry for your loss.  I do understand your pain.

My cat (Jack) died in a similar way.  He was so happy and full of life.

I took him to my Vet (who'd cared for him almost since he was born).  He was 8 years old.  They ran tests and wanted to keep him overnight.

The next morning at around 6:30 my friend (the Vet's nurse called) and told me to come in immediately.  Jack was having trouble breathing.

He died in my arms.  The Vet said he'd probably been born with a heart defect and as he got older the muscle thickened and it caused it to stop beating.

So, I do understand.  He went from playing and being happy to dying within 2 days.

I'm so sorry you and your family are hurting.  We all love you here.

[dex]

@mariadomenica@Three years ago I was where you are now.I lost my doggie who was 18.i am surprised at how much a heart can ache..I didn’t know if I could take it.I never told my friends or the vet for months as I was not able to say passed away.It has been three years now and I still really miss her but the pain is not always there.I love to talk about the memories I have and I will actually smile.I won’t have another pet though as that pain was more than I can handle again.

I just want you to know that I feel sad to hear your pain is so great.I know that right now nothing I say will make you feel better so I hoped that by telling my story I could give you hope.

[Fiero Woman]

@summerwind  I am sorry you lost your pom at such a young age.  My mini brindle doxie has a liver shunt, sounds similiar to your baby.  It was a year before I discovered she had it.  She began to have seizures and was painfully thin after eating all she wanted.  Drinking untold amounts of water.  She is inoperative, I take each day as a blessing.  She is on special food and a med to help her digest it.  She has gained weight and looks much better.  I was told 4 years at the most.  It is hard to fathom as I feed and hold her.  She knows she is ill and will not eat regular dog food, it makes her sick.  I do have an AKC service dog, a mini long-haired doxie.  He also knows she is ill and at times he grooms her, lays his neck over her when she is shivering.  To every one who has lost a loved pet.  Hugs and prayers.

[Fiero Woman]

I like to think I am watching Lily live, not watching her die.

[kitcat51]

You & your family need help beyond sympathy...it's necessary & healthy to grieve but you can't get stuck, you must move on. Have a ceremony where each of you share a favorite memory of the cat & talk about what a blessing it was that the cat was a part of your life... you'll laugh, cry & come to accept that death is a part of life. I think all of you could benefit talking to a Dr. about depression & as a nurse you know how important that is. Please take action so your family will be healthier, stronger & expand your world beyond your home. Sending you hugs, strength, best wishes & love.

[Shanus]

@mariadomenica. ITA w/ @kitcat51. I’m so sorry for your sudden loss, but making yourself sick over this is not helpful to you or your family. Yes, you need to grieve, but you need to care for yourself, too. Please see if you can get some help. 💕

[KitTkat]

@mariadomenica

I am so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. The love your kitty shared with you will stay in your heart and soul forever. You and your family are in my prayers.

[mosky]

After my cat died,my sister sent me a note that as simple a message as it was it gave me comfoft.She said,your cat had such a wonderful home and was loved by you so much,she was a very very lucky cat to have had you look after her!  I feel your sadness and I hope this helps,even a little!

[Yardlie]

@mariadomenica ... I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Diesel. I know how pets become just like children to us. I hope you have visited the Rainbow Bridge. I found it very comforting when I lost my two cats within 9 months of each other. Right now, you need to take care of your own family's health and the health of your other pet. If you do not feel up to eating, maybe try some Boost or one of those types of drinks. Give your other pet lots of love and comfort. Spend some time playing with him, petting him, grooming him and letting him know that he is loved. He misses his buddy. My thoughts are with you.