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In reply to the discussion: Update on Lily cat... [View all]

ShepKat

(470 posts)
22. sorry
Fri Jul 7, 2023, 12:20 PM
Jul 2023

I can't keep a suffering animal alive for my sake. My babies counted on me to do the right thing and they were put down before it got bad. It ripped me apart but they were counting on me.

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Update on Lily cat... [View all] revmclaren Jul 2023 OP
I am so sorry. The paw prints our pets place in hearts bring joy and pain irisblue Jul 2023 #1
That they do. revmclaren Jul 2023 #10
Who is the moron god who thought aging and death was a good idea???? So sorry for Lily and you... Karadeniz Jul 2023 #2
Cats and dogs should live longer than humans. revmclaren Jul 2023 #3
I'm sorry. Peaceful vibes. onecaliberal Jul 2023 #4
Thank you. revmclaren Jul 2023 #9
Sending hugs and vibes for best possible outcome, an easy crossing for your niyad Jul 2023 #5
Thank you. revmclaren Jul 2023 #8
You are doing all you can for her until she lets you know... 3catwoman3 Jul 2023 #6
Thank you. revmclaren Jul 2023 #7
I'm very sorry. I know how hard your decision will be. sinkingfeeling Jul 2023 #11
Thank you. revmclaren Jul 2023 #17
It sounds like you've done all you can for her. barbtries Jul 2023 #12
Thank you. revmclaren Jul 2023 #18
I am very sorry about Lily. I will hope for a miracle or a peaceful transition. Sending hugs. LoisB Jul 2023 #13
... revmclaren Jul 2023 #14
So sorry... wishing you both the best. CaptainTruth Jul 2023 #15
Thank you. revmclaren Jul 2023 #16
Sending all of my love to you. This part of Love is so hard. Peace to both of you. Goddessartist Jul 2023 #19
Thank you. revmclaren Jul 2023 #20
They need you to love them enough to let go blm Jul 2023 #21
sorry ShepKat Jul 2023 #22
I'm so sorry. Sending healing vibes to Lily. virgdem Jul 2023 #23
It is so hard. mgardener Jul 2023 #24
I'm sorry she's going through this MustLoveBeagles Jul 2023 #25
Pain meds always knocked my cats out for a few hours Warpy Jul 2023 #26
I'm so sorry nt XanaDUer2 Jul 2023 #27
This Veterinary Dermatology site lists factors affecting poor wound healing including cancer meds Donkees Jul 2023 #28
K&R Blue Owl Jul 2023 #29
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