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post #1 of 32
11/1/09 at 8:03am
Thread Starter 
You may remember my post a week ago about Smudge, who was then diagnosed with terminal cancer.

He has taken a turn for the worse since yesterday. He doesn't want ot eat, nor drink, and can barely walk, and seems not to recognize us. He just lays there. He tries to use the litter box, but can't. I've been trying to feed him his special food via a syringe. He licks a tiny bit off his chin, but it's not helping. I try to give him water with my fingers. He's cold to the touch. We're not takign him to the vet, as they told us last week that there's nothing we can do, except make him comfortable.

I don't think he will be with us past Monday. This is so darned hard to watch. I love that cat more than anyone can understand. He's onyl 3/12, and was so healthy up to 2 weeks ago. He will be the third cat of mine that has died since January. This is just breaking my heart in half.
post #2 of 32
11/1/09 at 8:05am
Oh dear! I'm so sorry. Is there a vet you can call or take him to to help make his passing less painful? Seems like you're both suffering.
post #3 of 32
11/1/09 at 8:22am
I am so sorry you are going through this. I agree with Stephanie, that taking him to a vet today and letting him go today in peace and dignity, rather than dragging it out would be the ultimate kindness to your beloved Smudge.

I know some people have different beliefs though.....
post #4 of 32
11/1/09 at 8:24am
I'm so sorry to hear that Smudge is so badly off. I know you will do what is best for him.
post #5 of 32
11/1/09 at 8:25am
I am crying writing this, I am so sorry this is happening.
Only your heart can tell you if it is time take him into the vet now, to well, yes, to do that.
I had an old cat, Mao Mao, who I let pass without a vets intervention, and I completly understand what you are going through. My Ferret Rocko, who was my absolute heart and soul, I made the call to end it for him when he got too sick to function. Neither choice will help your breaking heart now, I know.
You know your cat, and what he would want.
We are all here for you. So much loss in so short of a time, .
post #6 of 32
11/1/09 at 8:40am
So sorry about Smudge.
It is your choice what to do.
I loss to cats within 1 month of each other and 1 we did not even know was sick.
He might be suffering alot so you might have to make the choice today.
I have lost young cats and kittens before.
post #7 of 32
11/1/09 at 8:49am
Oh gosh hun, I am so sorry to hear that, it is hard to lose a cat but to see it must be heart wreching, my thoughts are with you and I am so sorry that you have lost other kitties and not that long ago. Big hugs to you, we are all here for you if you need to talk. Take care.xxxx
post #8 of 32
11/1/09 at 9:22am
Thread Starter 
Thank you so much, everyone, for your kind words.

I'm just surfing the pc, with Smudge on a blanket nearby, so I can be with him.

Does this sound crazy?: I don't think he's in pain. We think think he's just so gone mentally, that he isn't feeling anything. He's been very quiet--not a sound from him since yesterday, and sleeping a lot. This is why we don't plan on taking him to the vet. If he seems to be in pain, we will go to the emergency animal hospital. My gut feeling is that he's not feeling anything, and is near death. I don't want to hurt him by putting him in the car, etc. I know there's nothing we can do for him, apart from being with him, keeping him warm, and trying to feed him, etc. I'm just trying to keep the house quiet, and be with him. I don't think he'll last through the night, but, then again, I thought that with Hobbes, and was wrong (though we did have him put to sleep later that day). If he goes past Monday in this state, I think I'll have to make that very, very hard decision that pet owners hate...I just want him to die at home, with us being with him. I honestly think that's the best thing we can do for him in his state.
post #9 of 32
11/1/09 at 9:37am
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Originally Posted by MargeCat View Post
Thank you so much, everyone, for your kind words.

I'm just surfing the pc, with Smudge on a blanket nearby, so I can be with him.

Does this sound crazy?: I don't think he's in pain. We think think he's just so gone mentally, that he isn't feeling anything. He's been very quiet--not a sound from him since yesterday, and sleeping a lot. This is why we don't plan on taking him to the vet. If he seems to be in pain, we will go to the emergency animal hospital. My gut feeling is that he's not feeling anything, and is near death. I don't want to hurt him by putting him in the car, etc. I know there's nothing we can do for him, apart from being with him, keeping him warm, and trying to feed him, etc. I'm just trying to keep the house quiet, and be with him. I don't think he'll last through the night, but, then again, I thought that with Hobbes, and was wrong (though we did have him put to sleep later that day). If he goes past Monday in this state, I think I'll have to make that very, very hard decision that pet owners hate...I just want him to die at home, with us being with him. I honestly think that's the best thing we can do for him in his state.
It does not sound crazy. Cats are good at hiding pain, cat owners are equally good on picking up on that hidden stuff. Go with your gut. Be with him, give him loves and kisses and don't let anyone tell you bad things about your choice.
I am with you too now Smudge, go well into the bridge
EDIT: If he is so close, I would let up on feeding, unless he wants that, My heart is breaking with yours.
post #10 of 32
11/1/09 at 9:53am
I'm so sorry you are going through this. Let your instincts be your guide.

I know we will face it someday with Dusty, and for now I treasure every day we have her.
post #11 of 32
11/1/09 at 9:58am
I know how hard it is, to watch someone you love in that final state. My thoughts are with you.
post #12 of 32
11/1/09 at 10:15am
You're in my thoughts during this sad time. I hope he passes peacefully.
post #13 of 32
11/1/09 at 10:25am
I am so sorry you are going through this once again... hold him tight, love him forever while it lasts...
post #14 of 32
11/1/09 at 10:28am
I am terribly sad for you. It's so hard to watch. All you can do is let him know he is loved as you always have .
post #15 of 32
11/1/09 at 10:56am
There is nothing I can add that the others haven't already said - my thoughts and prayers will be with you both.
post #16 of 32
11/1/09 at 11:28am
My thoughts and prayers are with you also.
post #17 of 32
11/1/09 at 11:33am
My prayers for a painless, peaceful passing to the Bridge. It's an excruciating thing to go through.
post #18 of 32
11/1/09 at 11:39am
I will be thinking of you and Smudge as well.
post #19 of 32
11/1/09 at 11:55am
I said a prayer for Smudge and you. He knew nothing but love. God Speed sweet Smudge.
post #20 of 32
11/1/09 at 12:00pm
such a hard and horrible situation. At least you're there for Smudge and you have done what you can. I'm sorry you've had to endure so much loss this year.
post #21 of 32
11/1/09 at 1:04pm
Only you know what is best for you and your sweet Smudge. I am keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers.
post #22 of 32
11/1/09 at 1:11pm
How sad. I know how it feels to lose younger cats. It's never easy but when they are young it seems so unfair. Vibes for you and your beloved Smudge.
post #23 of 32
11/1/09 at 1:20pm
I'm so sorry about Smudge.
post #24 of 32
11/1/09 at 1:52pm
That's very sad to hear, hopefully his last moments will be peaceful. May the first winter breezes quide him to a better place.
post #25 of 32
11/1/09 at 3:03pm
I am so sorry - my prayers for a peaceful passing, and for you and your family. Smudge is blessed in the love you give him.
post #26 of 32
11/1/09 at 4:56pm
I'm so sorry that you and Smudge are going through this.
At least he knows that you love and care about him. Many thoughts and prayers to you in this awful time and to Smudge that he finds his peace.
post #27 of 32
11/1/09 at 7:00pm
I'm so sorry. I pray that Smudge will find comfort in these days, and that you will too. He has had a wonderful life, even though it may have been short.
post #28 of 32
11/2/09 at 12:15am
I just wanted to check on Smudge. You and he have a lot of friends out here thinking and praying for you. God Bless.
post #29 of 32
11/2/09 at 3:23am
Thread Starter 
We just came downstairs, annd foun that Smudge had died during the night. I tried to stay up with him as long as possible, but I was exhausted, and had to be able to call the vet asap this a.m. for an appointment. I feel so guilty that I didn't stay with him all night.

Thank you all so much for your kindness. I really apprciatd it. Wil post in Rainbow Bridge later if I ffel up to it.

post #30 of 32
11/2/09 at 3:27am
I am so sorry RIP Smudge...
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