Goodbye to Scotty

Scotty, who was pretty much my cat and the oldest cat in our family, had to be put to sleep today.  He was one of the sweetest cats we'd ever had.  He was with us for 11 years.  He had a rough start in live for the first year.  A older lady who goes to my church called my grandmother because she was concerned over the treatmet of a neighbor's cat, saying they had thrown him against the railing of their porch.  I talked my grandmother into saving him from that bad situation.  We managed to capture him, after some challenge in getting him to trust us.

He wasn't the most perfect cat.  He had some flaws.  Litter box aversion more often than not, and peeing where he wasn't supposed to.  Grandmother had threatened for years to get rid of him because of this alone.  She would often say what a strange cat he was, but I continued to defend him.  Much time would be spent cleaning up after him.  A weak stomach about every other day.  He was also afraid of our other cats who would gang up on him at times in spite of his size.  I think much of his problems stemmed from the poor treatment early in his life.  However, he had the sweetest, most laid back disposition ever.

For several years he was dealing with some kind of chronic itching condition, which several months ago he started getting steroid shots for.  It gave him much needed relief.  Unfortunately, because of that he developed diabetes.  It was confirmed by our vet, who didn't want to give him another steroid shot.  It was realized that insulin wouldn't be feasible because of him throwing up regularly, and his itching all the time and being bullied by the other cats would make him more miserable.  Grandmother decided it was time to end his suffering.  She took him down to the vet while I was at work this afternoon.  I got to see him at the house briefly one last time during my lunch break.  He sat very peacefully outside my bedroom door this morning.  I wonder if he somehow knew what was going on. I also gave him a good belly rub last night.

Our neighbor how does a lot of work around our house for us was kind enough to bury him with three of our other cats.

It may be a little cleaner around the house, but it's also going to be a bit quieter now without Scotty's constant meowing comments around the house.  an him tapping me on the shoulder.

I'll miss him a lot, but I'll be okay, though.

Goodbye, Scotty.

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved Scotty. I'm so moved by how both you and your grandmother accepted and loved Scotty for who he was. His life was saved by you...literally. Scotty is so grateful for your unconditional love over the years and he loved you unconditionally. Take comfort in knowing that Scotty is no longer in pain and is no longer suffering. I'm glad you were able to spend one last quiet, peaceful moment with him today. Treasure that moment.
Scotty is free over the Rainbow Bridge.
Take care.
[emoji]128149[/emoji]RIP Handsome Scotty[emoji]128149[/emoji]

You and your Grandmother are beautiful people for all that you did for Scotty, Poor guy had a rough start to life but you saved him and gave him a loving home. RIP Scotty 

So sorry for your loss.

Scotty loved you both very much, for giving him a home, and for loving him despite his difficulties conforming to the norm. He had a rough start in life, being abused is a horrible way to live, but you stepped up and saved him from his abusers and made him feel wanted and secure. For that he was always in your debt and I pray that you are blessed for your kindness. He left a piece of his heart for you when he left with the piece of yours.  That hole takes a long time to heal, but time will help you to smile one day at his memories, which will comfort you now in your time of mourning.Honor his memory by passing on that legacy of love he entrusted to you, to another. Your heart is big enough to hold many loves and it would please him to know you learned patience and tolerance by having him in your life, and that you will keep his love alive in your heart. He would never want you to be so sad when remembering him, call on that bond you forged with him over the years to tie you together, he will send his love and comfort through it and you can do the same.

I give to you my sincere condolences. I thank you for letting the world know of this special boy, he deserves to be mourned by many, and now he will be held in the thoughts and prayers of those who have understanding of how deeply the passing of a companion and family member can hurt.  Take care and let your grandmother know she is appreciated for all she has done for Scotty and you, she has a good soul. Take care........RIP sweet Scotty, you will be tenderly held in the loving hearts of your family, please send your love to those who miss you so much, and a tap on the shoulder to let them know you will always be nearby in spirit. Goodnight sweet Prince!  

Like others have said you and your grandmother did a great thing by getting him away from a bad situation, you gave him love and shelter for many years, he certainly would not have lived that long otherwise.

Rest in peace sweet boy........sorry for your loss.

I'm so sorry about Scotty.  RIP, sweet boy.  

Oh, what a beautiful kitty! He looks so sweet! I am so sorry for your loss of your sweet Scotty. It was so kind of you and your grandmother to take Scotty in and give him a loving home. Poor little kitty for having such a hard life before he met you. He had a great 11 years with you, and he loved you for that. He appreciated how you loved him and accepted him for who he was. He will remain with you always. Just always remember how you saved him and gave him the best life possible. He is now watching over you and still living you.
RIP Sweet Scotty!
You will be missed and were so very loved!

I'm very sorry for your loss. It's often the "problem cats" that find a very special place in our hearts. RIP, Scotty.

Rest In Peace, sweet Scotty.

What a pretty cat. Scotty looks like he has a mountain lion face.

Thanks to you and your Grandmother for making Scotty's time here filled with so much love. Perhaps Scotty had a rough start, but your care and love gave him a full and happy life.

Thank-you for being so kind and loving to your sweet buddy, Scotty. He will always be a part of you.

Handsome Scotty, as @hoovsbin  said, like a mountain lion's face.  Bless you and your family for saving him.  Please take comfort in knowing what a difference you made in his life, for without you, he would have not had a chance.  I'm so sorry for your loss.