Vibes for Dorothy (long post, sorry)

I'm just catching on to this thread and I just want to say that I am really sorry to hear about Dorothy's possible diagnosis.    for the both of you.

Thanks. I called mid morning and said I couldn't get her to eat anything since last night so they said I could bring her in and they'll try to get her to eat on her own or syringe feed her if need be every few hours. I took her on my lunch and will get her after work. Just want her to feel ok...

Dorothy was so stressed from me syringe feeding her last night, I only did it once. We got about a half syringe this morning and left her with shallow.breathing... Just waiting for that phone call and then we will make the decision. I wish so bad I could fix her! But we don't want her hurting either. I need a billion hugs... And also thank you all again fir your support. I'll let you know what happens later today.

I'm so sorry. I know how upsetting and stressful this is.               Dorothy knows you love her and that you are trying to help her. You are doing the best you can.

Continued vibes ....       

Oh hun... Just catching up on your thread. I say with a heavy heart that I am soooooo very, very sorry. I know that you love Dot so very much and she loves you. This is the part of sharing our lives with them and loving them that hurts the most, dreaded the most, when they become seriously ill. It is not easy, and I have been there as most of us have at one time or another. Just know you are not alone, we understand the difficult time you have ahead of you. Gosh, I wish I could say more........... .......... but just know that whatever you decide is because of your great/deep love for Dorothy. Your a good momma and she has always been able to count on you for great love. My heart is with you today. :heart3: :cross:

I can't say it better than the others have. :heart2:

Part of the billion hugs you need. :heart2: :grphug2: :heart2: :grphug2:

Very sadly, we had to say goodbye to Dorothy this afternoon.                            

Short version-- The vet called and said the radiologist wasn't sure it looked like cancer in her lungs, possibly severe inflammation, and she suggested prednisone, which we already have for Genever. I wasn't too hopeful but I wasn't bawling.. I asked Darren if he could give her the pill at lunch time and when he got home he called me and said he couldn't do it, it was as if she couldn't even swallow. And she was breathing so hard and would try to get away but only took a few steps and her back legs just collapse. So that confirmed what we knew this morning, or yesterday even. Her little body was done, she was ready. So I left work and we took her back to the vet. I held her as she crossed the rainbow bridge. It was so fast, but she was so weak. Darren said he saw a flash of the old Dotster in her eyes before she went, as if she knew she was free and wouldn't hurt any more. Toughest day of my life, and though he's trying to be strong, I know it was really tough for Darren too.

We had her for less than 3 years, but she has been such an awesome kitty, and she will always be with us.

As for Genever, I'm not sure she knows yet. She really didn't seem to act different as Dottie got really sick, except that she did know we were giving more attention to Dorothy this past week.. I guess time will tell. In the meantime, I will try not to be a stranger on TCS and only write in when bad things happen. I miss you guys! I'll have to post some pics soon, we have a ton of great ones of both Genever and Dorothy that I hope will bring smiles to your faces as they do to ours.

Thanks again for the support.

Oh no!  I am so so very sorry.  My heart aches for you.    You have already said what I would say: Dorothy is no longer in pain, no longer suffering. You gave her such a great life and so much love these three years. 

OH dear, I am truly, truly sorry for your loss, sweetie. Holding you close at heart tonight. It just hurts so, so, so much. :shame: It just doesn't seem like enough time - three years - but what a beautiful and glorious three years she gave you. You and Darren were both wonderful parents to Dorothy and I remember the day you posted about her after adopting her. I am sure Genever will miss her as well. Stay close, you, Darren and Genever and please know what a loving home and life you gave Dorothy. Yes, she is free - flying freely and peacefully, thanks to you and your love, the final gift.

I am so sorry.

I am so sorry.  She is no longer sick or in pain but it still hurts when one passes.

I'm so sorry Erica.
Sounds like she went downhill pretty fast and there wasn't anything more that you could do for her. She certainly knew what love was in these last three years.

Oh sweetie... my heart is breaking for you. She loves you so much she didn't want you to hurt or worry, she was as strong as she could be for so long that you didn't have any time to prepare for this. :heart2:

Of course it was the hardest day of your life. ...gosh, I remember so clearly when you adopted her. It seems like just yesterday. I am so happy she found her way into your home and hearts. Your time with her was much too short, but at least she really got to enjoy what time she had left. :rub: :heart2: :rub:

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