Grieving the Loss of a Cat 

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. I've lost my beloved Abyssinian Dylan at the age of 11 to lymphoma. Dylan was so much a part of me, all day every day, as I work from home. My little soulmate. His absence is hitting me hard and there is a huge void now that can not be filled. I look in every part of the house and he is not there. He was my teddy bear in bed, my company wherever I was in the house. I've never been impacted by the loss of a cat the way I have been with Dylan. There well never be another Dylan.

Just lost my cat yesterday. The pain is real, I can't stop crying.

I've had a lot of cats over the years. Most of them shelter cats, ageing between 5 and 10 years when I got them. When they come to the end of their natural life, I have always followed them during their last moments. Usually holding them in my arms. The first time was the worst, but it's always terrible watching them take the last breath. 😥 I know how you must feel.

Wow this is the best video on the subject I’ve found. Needs more traffic as was very helpful for me. Thank you

What a beautiful baby, Lucy! How loving. I just put my baby girl Autumn to sleep a week ago today. Miss her greatly and having a tough time. Thank You for this video, it does help knowing there are people who love and bond with animals like I do and how much they are missed when gone. Prayers to you and Lucy.

Again, so incredibly sorry to hear about your loss. It's good to see you have again.

I just lost my absolute best friend ever . Constantly by my side for the last 16 years. I’m devastated 😭😭😭😭. Thank you for sharing your experience and the book recommendations.

Happy to see you again. Be kind to yourself.

I recommend "The Fall of Freddie the Leaf: A Story of Life for all ages" by Leo Buscaglia. 💚

I’m so very sorry.. I had my soul kitty for 16 years. I adopted him from the shelter when he was guesstimated as 3. I’ve had a bunch of cats and dogs (and a bunny) during my life & there was nothing I wouldn’t do for them, I loved them all so much. But my cat Buddha was just over the top because we went through a lot together. I lost my sister & my Dad during our time together & he was with me in a way no human could be. He was diagnosed with diabetes about 3 years ago and for most of that time he did well on his insulin & had a great quality of life. But the last 6 months or so he just kept declining - once he completely stopped eating I knew it was time. I cried for 3 days straight knowing I had to do it for him but struggling with it at the same time. I felt like I was killing him and it was so heartbreaking.. My vet who I was with for years, she made it so comfortable for him, and for me- with lots of time, soft music, and dimmed lights to calm him. We all cried together. He passed peacefully with me holding him and talking to him the whole way. It was January 29th of this year. I still cry a lot and I miss his presence and his snores and snuggles and the way he used to look at me and listen to me when I’d tell him about my day at work, & so many other things about him. I’m so grateful and lucky that he was (and will always be) a part of me. A few weeks ago I adopted a 10 year old boy from the shelter whose parent sadly passed. I went there to spend some time with the cats & dogs to help my sadness… I saw him and brought him home for a “sleepover”. Ended up adopting ❤ I think Buddha sent him to me so I could help him and he could help me. I wish you peace and comfort… 💞