My dear Kitty with mammary cancer passed last Saturday night in my arms.

[Grasswire2]

Please remember this: A feline cat who has not been spayed by middle age is a target for mammary cancer. A shelter rescue often is only spayed when arriving at the shelter. Please remember that spaying is a health necessity for them.

Kitty had lived with five other cats before she came to me, and so the chances of her having litters is very high. I honestly think that gave her the loving and thoughtful attitude in life. Not spayed until she got to the shelter, though. And I didn't know about this phenomenon to watch for appearance of any tumor.

So. Her passing was extremely difficult for me -- and I know many of you will understand. But I really can't think of that right now.

If I can think of a way to post a photo here on DU, I will do so. She was really cute that day.

[sinkingfeeling]

1. My deepest condolences.

[hlthe2b]

2. So very sorry, Grasswire2.

But I'm glad you were with her to provide that love and comfort in her final moments.

[3catwoman3]

3. One of our vets once said to me that we bring our animals...

…into our lives, knowing that we will most likely outlive them, but we do it anyway because life is so much better with them in it.

It’s always agonizing when they depart.

[mercuryblues]

4. I am so sorry to hear this.

[FalloutShelter]

5. So very sorry for your loss.

[Abolishinist]

6. It's always tough.

The last time we had to put a cat down (and of course, you feel responsible for being the one making the call), I tried a different approach, and it worked (at least for me).

The vet came to our house, went to the bedroom where our lovely, incredible Zena was, and put her to sleep. I thought I would ball my eyes out but instead, I thanked Zena for giving and sharing with us close to 20 years of her beautiful life. She was suffering, which made it easier, but for me, this approach made it more of a celebration of her life vs. focusing on my grief.

Wishing you all the best.

[blm]

7. 😔

[roody]

8. This song comforts me.

Something Beautiful Remains

[flying_wahini]

9. Yes, What a great song.

So sad to lose pets and people we love.

[thatcrowwoman]

23. Thank you for this song, roody.

It is very comforting and lifted my spirits. I’m going to share it with some of my family and friends who are struggling with grief today.
Smiling through my tears.
🕊thatcrowwoman

[Deuxcents]

10. I'm so sad to hear this..I remember you recently told us about your sweetheart

And advised us on spaying middle aged cats. That was great advice and could maybe be Kitty’s lesson for all..her legacy. Thinking of you kindly as this is never easy 😻

[Tikki]

11. Hugs to Grasswire2 and all who loved Kitty.

So sorry for the loss of your sweet girl.

Tikki

[virgdem]

12. Sending condolences and hugs to you. So sorry for your loss of sweet Kitty.

[KT2000]

13. I am so sorry

Grasswire2. Hope you can post a picture. I lost one of my kitties last week and I feel the family has shrunk considerably. I did not know about the spaying to prevent mammary cancer so thank you for the information.

Peace to you and Kitty.

[niyad]

21. Lady Bast, please take Your little one gently home in Your loving arms, and send peace

and comfort to her grieving loved ones.

I am so very sorry for your loss. They make our world so wonderful while they are here.

[LoisB]

14. I am so sorry. I am glad she had someone who loved her.

[Dear_Prudence]

15. Condolences

So many of us have seen the love in the eyes of our pets. So, even if you can't post a picture, we already know. I am so sorry for your loss.

[calimary]

16. It's so hard to say goodbye even when you know it's inevitable.

I’m so sorry, Grasswire2.

Be sweet and gentle with yourself, and give yourself time. After all, you gave her a good life with safety and comfort and love and plenty of food and lots of petting.

You may feel horrible right now, but ya done good.

[brer cat]

17. I'm very sorry for your loss.

I'm sure Kitty found comfort in your arms when she passed.

[Bayard]

18. You gave her a good life and love

That's all our fur kids want, along with giving much love back.

So sad it wasn't longer.

[gopiscrap]

19. I am so sorry

9 years ago, I had the same thing happen...they become so a part of you don't they? Healing wishes for you, may you in later days delight in the memory of her!

[niyad]

20. Lady Bast, please take Your little one gently home in Your loving arms, and send peace

and comfort to her grieving loved ones.

I am so very sorry for the loss of your precious Kitty. My heart aches for you. Know that we are here for you.

[thatcrowwoman]

22. Oh, Grasswire2,

Sending you some sweet Shalom, peace be with you.
Niyad’s blessing is so powerful and comforting. I join her in it for you and for your beloved Kitty.
🕊thatcrowwoman

[Karadeniz]

24. So, so very sorry....

[Paper Roses]

25. Thinking of you and send condolences.

I recently lost my kitty and I miss her so much. When our pets leave us, it leaves a deep hole in our hearts.

[LetMyPeopleVote]

26. I am so sorry for your loss

It is hard to say goodbye to a member of your family