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SWBTATTReg

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1. So nice to hear you take care of your baby, protect him, and care for him in his golden years. My dog, passed

Reply to AnotherMother4Peace (Original post)

Mon Apr 8, 2024, 02:15 PM

Apr 2024

last year at the age of 17, was affected by hearing loss, and not 100% able to get around as much, I'd always picked her up to join me in bed (her favorite spot). It's hard to see them go. My best to you all.

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My geriatric cat is fine as long as he has: steps to the bed, help w/grooming (long hair), warning before [View all] AnotherMother4Peace Apr 2024 OP

So nice to hear you take care of your baby, protect him, and care for him in his golden years. My dog, passed SWBTATTReg Apr 2024 #1

Oh, I'm so sorry for your great loss - "last year" is still recent & raw. Believe it or not, time & sweet memories do AnotherMother4Peace Apr 2024 #2

This is my "Ode to my Black Cat" as I watch him "play" & enjoy life, knowing that he is living life now & on his terms. AnotherMother4Peace Apr 2024 #3

I am the same way with this lovely stray kitty I found overseas and brought him to my home, peacebuzzard Apr 2024 #4

Lovely for both of you. Hugs to your little one. AnotherMother4Peace Apr 2024 #6

We have a rescue mutt who is at least 16 years old Mr.Bill Apr 2024 #5

It sounds like she's aging comfortably. Reminds me of the Beatles song "I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends". AnotherMother4Peace Apr 2024 #7

He sounds very loved. 3catwoman3 Apr 2024 #8

Oh - thank you. We have 4 geriatric cats, but this one is such a funny guy. If he starts vocalizing AnotherMother4Peace Apr 2024 #9