The hard decision.....

has been made. Fred took a turn for the worse while I was gone, and we have decided the only humane thing to do is put him out of his pain. He is 18 years old and has been a good friend to me when I didn't have anyone else. He is having seizures, he gets lost in the house, hides in the closet,(something he has never done) and is having trouble getting around. I think he may be having kidney problems, too. He cries sometimes, and it is the most heartbreaking sound I have ever heard. I have seen a huge difference in him between the time I left on my trip and the time I came home. We have given up on him several times before, and he has snapped back, but I don't think this is going to happen this time. I hope for his sake that I can bring myself to go through with it, because I really think he is suffering. He is clinging to me like my poor Leo did just before he succumbed to feline leukemia. Please send me some vibes to have the strength to do the right thing. I am devestated. We are going in first thing Monday morning.

Rebecca, I'm so very sorry to hear this.

My thoughts are with you. It sounds like you are doing the best thing for Fred, even though it will be the hardest thing for you. He's lived a long and wonderful life in your care. Treasure this brief time you have with him still.

oh my, i am so very sorry, it is very difficult, but it is for the best, i send my strongest vibes to you and hope you make it through this alright knowing that he will be out of his pain, everyone is here for you, God bless you

Rebecca, I am sorry for this. Mike and I are facing this now with Kenai- I guess we will know on Monday or thereabouts what we will do. She is going downhill quick-



Take care of yourself-

I am so very sorry...I know some of how you are feeling, and I wish there were anything I could say to make it better.

Rebecca, and MA too, I'll be thinking of you both, and praying too not just Monday morning, but for strength both before and after.....{{{{HUGS}}}} to both of you.

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Rebecca, I am sorry for this. Mike and I are facing this now with Kenai- I guess we will know on Monday or thereabouts what we will do. She is going downhill quick-



Take care of yourself-

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I am so sorry...sweet Kenai

Rebecca and MA.... Fred and Kenai are both in my thoughts and prayers.. I hope that their transition to the bridge will be easy and painfree

I am so sorry to hear this. It is such a heartwrenching decision. Having been where you are I can empathize with the pain. My prayers go out to you.

My thoughts and best wishes go out to Fred and Kenai. I hope they both pull through this. Extra hugs for Rebecca & MA!

I'm so sorry you are having to go through this You both will be in my thoughts.

I think you as HIS best friend will make the best choice for him. It is hard to let go of the ones we love (even if they are our pets) really even more when their life rests in our hands. But if you know he has lived a long, loving, happy life.... and you know he is no longer enjoying it .... then maybe it is time for you to help him out of his pain.
I do know it is easier for me to type these words to you than it is to even read them much less take my advice into consideration.... but remember no matter what anyone tells you ... IT IS NOW YOUR CHOICE.... but he will ALWAYS BE YOUR BEST BUDDY!!!! And he will take all the love you gave him with him. Tucked away in his little paws.
I will pray for you and FRED tonight before bed. As I will my 2 furbabies that are only slightly ill.

I am so sorry to hear this. It is a hard decision to make and I sending positive vibes to you all. He will always be with you.

I'm so sorry to hear this Rebecca. My thoughts will be with you and Fred on Monday morning.

My prayers for you for strength and for peace, knowing that you have given Fred the proof of your love, release from his suffering. In doing this you take his suffering on yourself because he will be free and happy, playing at the bridge, while you will be suffering the loss of your precious baby. He will be waiting for you when it is time to be reunited again. I am thinking of you and sending cyber hugs.

I am so sorry, it is so hard, but you are doing the right thing by one who loves you.

Oh, Rebecca, what an incredibly painful decision you are being forced to make. I know you love Fred so much and want only the best for him. If he is telling you it is his time to go, this will be the ultimate show of your unselfishness and love for him. Treasure these special days with your dear friend. You and he are in my prayers.

I'm sorry to hear you have to make such a heartbreaking decision, but you will do what's best for Fred. I fear that time is coming all too soon for my 15 year old girl Roo as well.

Rebecca, I am so sorry to hear that you are going thru this. It is so agonizing to make that decision for an older cat who is on the slow decline. Be at peace with your decision.
My thoughts are with you.

I'm so sorry you are going through this tough time. My thought are with you.