She was doing well with her diabetes. I have been giving her insulin since 5/1/15.
Then, earlier this week, she started throwing up yellow-green liquid. At first I thought it was urine. But it got greener every day. Then she became lethargic. And Wednesday she stopped eating. We took her to the vet. He said there could be multiple things wrong. One kidney is enlarged and the other is atrophied. We agreed to antibiotics and pain killer to give her another chance. But she has not been eating nor drinking. Also, since yesterday, her back legs are not working very well.
We rescued her as a homeless cat in 2008. According to the vet she was probably at least 6 years old then. So, since she is probably advanced in cat years, and we can't bear to see her failing and suffering like this. So my husband and I decided to send her to the Rainbow Bridge today.
As most of you know from your own experiences, this is weighing heavily on our hearts. I will miss her so very much as she was such a joy to have around.
Please pray for her and ask your kitties to send her some purrs.
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I'm so sorry. It's so difficult to do, I've been there with Annie, but you are making the best decision for her, out of love and out of mercy. I pray that her journey is quick, gentle and peaceful, and that you and your husband rest easy in your minds and hearts, knowing you've given her this last gift. Purrs from Nicki and Derry.
Receive my hugs!
We are so very sorry to hear that. We send you all our love and many gentle hugs.
Sending gentle purrs and prayers for Panther and you and your husband. It is never ever an easy thing, in fact it's one of most difficult. But also it is done in love and compassion and our final gift to our beloved friends. (hugs)
panther; you are and always will be a beautiful girl. we send our
sincerest sympathies; we know what your mom and dad did was one of the
hardest things they will ever do; yet we also know they did it out of
their love for you. God's strength to them both at this very sad time
loves from boomer, dai$y, tuna, and dude & sauce too ♥♥♥♥♥
We are sorry to hear about Panther.
The choice was difficult, but it was made to spare her further pain.
That is a loving thing to do. We send comforting purrs as we know
doing the right thing still makes you sad.
Purrs Georgia and Julie,
Treasure and JJ
Oh we are so sorry. Just know you did the right thing. Panther is now out of pain and the kindest thing you can do is to let her go.We especially like black cats and know what nice cats they are. Big hugs to you.
We are so sorry to read about angel Panther. Sending you lots of comfort hugs and purrs, take care
x
While we didn't know Panther, we never like to hear that another furend has made their way to The Bridge. It leaves us all with such heavy hearts.
Please know we are thinking of you all and sending love your way.
Hugs,
Lily Belle & Muffin
We are sending you purrs of comfort and paws of sympathy. Please know you did everything you could for Panther and she knew how much you loved her.
Deb, we are so sorry that you have to make this decision. You have given beautiful Panther years of love and care that she wouldn't have had if you hadn't helped her. Many cats aren't so lucky. We are sending you and your family love and rumbly purrs and we sing Panther to The Bridge where she will find many friends
Luff
Mungo, Jet and Jane xx
Ohhhhh =(
We're so sorry to read about Panther's passing. We know how painful it is to lose a precious one.
Prayers for comfort for all of you ...
Love, Marilynn, Grace & Company
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful cat. Take comfort in knowing what a good life filled with love you gave her.
Sending you love, sympathy, and many purrs.
Katie and the cats
We are so sorry for your loss. We are sending lots of purrs today to you in this difficult time.
So very sorry that you had to let Panther go. It is your last gift to her to end her suffering. You know she is healthy and happy now, watching over you until you meet again.
With deep sympathy,
Cheri
Cats of wildcat woods
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Panther. This is not easy for you, but we are very sure she knew she was loved very much.
Sending our purrs of comfort,
Mindy
Moe
Cookie
Mike
We are so very sorry for the loss of your precious girl. (((hugs)))
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and The HotMBC kitties send lots of purrs.
Sending comforting purrs for the loss of your precious Panther. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We know how hard this was for you.
With deepest condolences,
Angel Normie, Mika, Sasha & Grady Lewis
We are so very sorry to hear your sad news but it is the kindest thing you could do for Panther. We know you will miss her very much and are sending many, many purrs to you and your husband.
Take care.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx and Mum Sue
We are so sorry to hear that Panther has crossed over. Many hugs and purrs and purrayers to you at this time.
Luf, All of us at Forty Paws and Maw
Debra I am so very very sorry about Panther. I know as do we all gathered here, the pain and heartache. I am so sorry.
I'm so sorry to hear the news about Panther. It's never easy to say goodbye. Keep only the good memories because they will help you get through the sad times.
PawHugs....
It is hard to have to make such a decision and no matter how we lose our furries, we love and miss them. We're sorry for the loss of your Panther. Hugs, purrs and paw taps.
The more we love and care, the harder it is to say goodbye. You loved her and gave her your all and we hope that will comfort you in this time of sadness. RIP Panther.
Tinker, Anastasia, Chopin, Bridgie and mom Julie xx
We are so sorry to hear about Panther. This is such a hard time, one we know all too well. She knows she is loved and will be missed but she also knows her body is failing. May she soon find herself running free at the Bridge without pain, in the Summerland fields of warm sun, and may you meet someday again. Purrs....
Debra, my heart hurts for you. It's so hard to say that goodbye. You gave her a great gift when you rescued her and it sounds like she returned the gift to you with many delightful years. Thanks for caring so much for the homeless cats. We are all purring for you.
We're so sad and sorry to hear this. Purrs from all of us/1
Fly dear Panther into the arms of the Lord. Let your Mommy know you are free... <3
We are so sorry to hear about Panther. Purrs....
We are so sorry to hear about your beloved Panther. Thank you for loving her so much, and so well.
It is a very difficult decision to make, perhaps the hardest, sending a friend away like that. Panther knew seven years of love and safety with you, and was given a release when she needed it. We try our best, but it's never quite enough, I know. Godspeed, Panther.
Debra, I am so sorry about Panther!
Oh it hurts so badly when they must leave. It was all I could do every time when my babies had to go.
We are visiting, after a long hiatus (sorry) after seeing the post on Rainbow Friends. It is never easy, our Peanut is unwell and each day is anxious, but you have our support and courage for caring for Panther in the right and best way.
THANK YOU for being here for Panther.
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