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Melisande - R I P
Alas, a few days at the vet's brought no improvement. Neither the
medications (which they managed to administer) nor steroid injections had any effect on the bloody stools. It was a hard decision to make, since she remained in good spirits (although sleeping a lot more than usual) and eating well. The vet shared my distress in making the final decision, but said there really didn't appear to be anything else they could do for her, so it seemed the better choice, and she would make it, if Meilsande were hers. Judith's suggestion was correct - they brought her home, so I could say "goodbye" and hold her while she went to sleep. (So peacefully - with the furor on the news about human death penalty drugs not functioning well, I wonder don't they just use the same ones with which they euthanize animals?) One second I was holding her, sort of snuggling against me, the next she was gone - no twitching or signs of stress, still cuddled in my arms, but without a heartbeat. I hope she really was ready to go, but one can only do what seems best, since they can't tell us. I didn't realize how much Melisande ate - Although Cendrillon comes when I bring out the catfood, she eats very little of the moist food, but a reasonable amount of the Cat Chow. Apparently most of the litter-box clumps (even when she was healthy) were Melisande's, also. Not sure about getting another cat - it remains to be seen whether Cendri appears to miss Meli. (After all, I'm eighty-four years old, so I have to consider what happens to my pets when I go.) |
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Melisande - R I P
I am very sorry
"EvelynVogtGamble(Divamanque)" wrote in message m... Alas, a few days at the vet's brought no improvement. Neither the medications (which they managed to administer) nor steroid injections had any effect on the bloody stools. It was a hard decision to make, since she remained in good spirits (although sleeping a lot more than usual) and eating well. The vet shared my distress in making the final decision, but said there really didn't appear to be anything else they could do for her, so it seemed the better choice, and she would make it, if Meilsande were hers. Judith's suggestion was correct - they brought her home, so I could say "goodbye" and hold her while she went to sleep. (So peacefully - with the furor on the news about human death penalty drugs not functioning well, I wonder don't they just use the same ones with which they euthanize animals?) One second I was holding her, sort of snuggling against me, the next she was gone - no twitching or signs of stress, still cuddled in my arms, but without a heartbeat. I hope she really was ready to go, but one can only do what seems best, since they can't tell us. I didn't realize how much Melisande ate - Although Cendrillon comes when I bring out the catfood, she eats very little of the moist food, but a reasonable amount of the Cat Chow. Apparently most of the litter-box clumps (even when she was healthy) were Melisande's, also. Not sure about getting another cat - it remains to be seen whether Cendri appears to miss Meli. (After all, I'm eighty-four years old, so I have to consider what happens to my pets when I go.) |
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Melisande - R I P
On Wed, 03 Sep 2014 13:14:26 -0700, "EvelynVogtGamble(Divamanque)"
wrote: Alas, a few days at the vet's brought no improvement. Neither the medications (which they managed to administer) nor steroid injections had any effect on the bloody stools. It was a hard decision to make, since she remained in good spirits (although sleeping a lot more than usual) and eating well. The vet shared my distress in making the final decision, but said there really didn't appear to be anything else they could do for her, so it seemed the better choice, and she would make it, if Meilsande were hers. Judith's suggestion was correct - they brought her home, so I could say "goodbye" and hold her while she went to sleep. (So peacefully - with the furor on the news about human death penalty drugs not functioning well, I wonder don't they just use the same ones with which they euthanize animals?) One second I was holding her, sort of snuggling against me, the next she was gone - no twitching or signs of stress, still cuddled in my arms, but without a heartbeat. I hope she really was ready to go, but one can only do what seems best, since they can't tell us. I didn't realize how much Melisande ate - Although Cendrillon comes when I bring out the catfood, she eats very little of the moist food, but a reasonable amount of the Cat Chow. Apparently most of the litter-box clumps (even when she was healthy) were Melisande's, also. Not sure about getting another cat - it remains to be seen whether Cendri appears to miss Meli. (After all, I'm eighty-four years old, so I have to consider what happens to my pets when I go.) You could foster cats or board cats for friends going on vacation. But it's too early to think of this now. Mourn and may the wings of angels carry her to Heaven. |
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Melisande - R I P
On Wednesday, September 3, 2014 3:14:26 PM UTC-5, EvelynVogtGamble(Divamanque) wrote:
Alas, a few days at the vet's brought no improvement. Neither the medications (which they managed to administer) nor steroid injections had any effect on the bloody stools. It was a hard decision to make, since she remained in good spirits (although sleeping a lot more than usual) and eating well. The vet shared my distress in making the final decision, but said there really didn't appear to be anything else they could do for her, so it seemed the better choice, and she would make it, if Meilsande were hers. Judith's suggestion was correct - they brought her home, so I could say "goodbye" and hold her while she went to sleep. (So peacefully - with the furor on the news about human death penalty drugs not functioning well, I wonder don't they just use the same ones with which they euthanize animals?) One second I was holding her, sort of snuggling against me, the next she was gone - no twitching or signs of stress, still cuddled in my arms, but without a heartbeat. I hope she really was ready to go, but one can only do what seems best, since they can't tell us. I didn't realize how much Melisande ate - Although Cendrillon comes when I bring out the catfood, she eats very little of the moist food, but a reasonable amount of the Cat Chow. Apparently most of the litter-box clumps (even when she was healthy) were Melisande's, also. Not sure about getting another cat - it remains to be seen whether Cendri appears to miss Meli. (After all, I'm eighty-four years old, so I have to consider what happens to my pets when I go.) My thoughts are for you and Melisande, and also for Gato, who died in my arms in a similar way. I hope you and Cendrilon can comfort each other. Toci |
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"EvelynVogtGamble(Divamanque)" wrote in message m... Alas, a few days at the vet's brought no improvement. Neither the medications (which they managed to administer) nor steroid injections had any effect on the bloody stools. It was a hard decision to make, since she remained in good spirits (although sleeping a lot more than usual) and eating well. The vet shared my distress in making the final decision, but said there really didn't appear to be anything else they could do for her, so it seemed the better choice, and she would make it, if Meilsande were hers. ~~~~~~~~ I'm so sorry to hear this. You have made one of the most difficult decisions, but you also did what was best for Melisande. I have said several times on this newsgroup that I consider that to be the "final act of love." You are left with the pain of her loss, but you have saved Melisande from any further pain. MaryL |
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Melisande - R I P
"EvelynVogtGamble(Divamanque)" wrote in message m... Alas, a few days at the vet's brought no improvement. Neither the medications (which they managed to administer) nor steroid injections had any effect on the bloody stools. It was a hard decision to make, since she remained in good spirits (although sleeping a lot more than usual) and eating well. The vet shared my distress in making the final decision, but said there really didn't appear to be anything else they could do for her, so it seemed the better choice, and she would make it, if Meilsande were hers. Judith's suggestion was correct - they brought her home, so I could say "goodbye" and hold her while she went to sleep. (So peacefully - with the furor on the news about human death penalty drugs not functioning well, I wonder don't they just use the same ones with which they euthanize animals?) One second I was holding her, sort of snuggling against me, the next she was gone - no twitching or signs of stress, still cuddled in my arms, but without a heartbeat. I hope she really was ready to go, but one can only do what seems best, since they can't tell us. I didn't realize how much Melisande ate - Although Cendrillon comes when I bring out the catfood, she eats very little of the moist food, but a reasonable amount of the Cat Chow. Apparently most of the litter-box clumps (even when she was healthy) were Melisande's, also. Not sure about getting another cat - it remains to be seen whether Cendri appears to miss Meli. (After all, I'm eighty-four years old, so I have to consider what happens to my pets when I go.) I'm truly sorry for your loss. Jay |
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On 9/3/2014 4:14 PM, EvelynVogtGamble(Divamanque) wrote:
Alas, a few days at the vet's brought no improvement. Neither the medications (which they managed to administer) nor steroid injections had any effect on the bloody stools. It was a hard decision to make, since she remained in good spirits (although sleeping a lot more than usual) and eating well. The vet shared my distress in making the final decision, but said there really didn't appear to be anything else they could do for her, so it seemed the better choice, and she would make it, if Meilsande were hers. Judith's suggestion was correct - they brought her home, so I could say "goodbye" and hold her while she went to sleep. (So peacefully - with the furor on the news about human death penalty drugs not functioning well, I wonder don't they just use the same ones with which they euthanize animals?) One second I was holding her, sort of snuggling against me, the next she was gone - no twitching or signs of stress, still cuddled in my arms, but without a heartbeat. I hope she really was ready to go, but one can only do what seems best, since they can't tell us. I didn't realize how much Melisande ate - Although Cendrillon comes when I bring out the catfood, she eats very little of the moist food, but a reasonable amount of the Cat Chow. Apparently most of the litter-box clumps (even when she was healthy) were Melisande's, also. Not sure about getting another cat - it remains to be seen whether Cendri appears to miss Meli. (After all, I'm eighty-four years old, so I have to consider what happens to my pets when I go.) I'm so sorry for your loss. You can never second guess yourself. You did what your heart told you was right. Please have some peace. -- ღ.¸¸.✫*¨`*✶ Cheryl |
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Melisande - R I P
On 9/3/2014 1:14 PM, EvelynVogtGamble(Divamanque) wrote:
Alas, a few days at the vet's brought no improvement. Neither the medications (which they managed to administer) nor steroid injections had any effect on the bloody stools. It was a hard decision to make, since she remained in good spirits (although sleeping a lot more than usual) and eating well. The vet shared my distress in making the final decision, but said there really didn't appear to be anything else they could do for her, so it seemed the better choice, and she would make it, if Meilsande were hers. Judith's suggestion was correct - they brought her home, so I could say "goodbye" and hold her while she went to sleep. (So peacefully - with the furor on the news about human death penalty drugs not functioning well, I wonder don't they just use the same ones with which they euthanize animals?) One second I was holding her, sort of snuggling against me, the next she was gone - no twitching or signs of stress, still cuddled in my arms, but without a heartbeat. I hope she really was ready to go, but one can only do what seems best, since they can't tell us. I didn't realize how much Melisande ate - Although Cendrillon comes when I bring out the catfood, she eats very little of the moist food, but a reasonable amount of the Cat Chow. Apparently most of the litter-box clumps (even when she was healthy) were Melisande's, also. Not sure about getting another cat - it remains to be seen whether Cendri appears to miss Meli. (After all, I'm eighty-four years old, so I have to consider what happens to my pets when I go.) I'm sorry for your loss. I know that's a terribly difficult decision to make, but you did it lovingly. Joy -- Joy Unlimited Colorful Crocheted Critters Photos at http://www.PictureTrail.com/joy9 |
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Melisande - R I P
On Wed, 03 Sep 2014 13:14:26 -0700, "EvelynVogtGamble(Divamanque)"
wrote: Alas, a few days at the vet's brought no improvement. Neither the medications (which they managed to administer) nor steroid injections had any effect on the bloody stools. It was a hard decision to make, since she remained in good spirits (although sleeping a lot more than usual) and eating well. The vet shared my distress in making the final decision, but said there really didn't appear to be anything else they could do for her, so it seemed the better choice, and she would make it, if Meilsande were hers. Judith's suggestion was correct - they brought her home, so I could say "goodbye" and hold her while she went to sleep. (So peacefully - with the furor on the news about human death penalty drugs not functioning well, I wonder don't they just use the same ones with which they euthanize animals?) One second I was holding her, sort of snuggling against me, the next she was gone - no twitching or signs of stress, still cuddled in my arms, but without a heartbeat. I hope she really was ready to go, but one can only do what seems best, since they can't tell us. I didn't realize how much Melisande ate - Although Cendrillon comes when I bring out the catfood, she eats very little of the moist food, but a reasonable amount of the Cat Chow. Apparently most of the litter-box clumps (even when she was healthy) were Melisande's, also. Not sure about getting another cat - it remains to be seen whether Cendri appears to miss Meli. (After all, I'm eighty-four years old, so I have to consider what happens to my pets when I go.) We can never know whether our decisions on this matter are correct, but since cats are so stoic about hiding pain, I don't see how you could have done anything differently. |
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Melisande - R I P
You did the best for her= she passed in your arms peacefully and painlessly.
Lesley Slave of the Fabulous Furballs |
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