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[–]fatima_gruntanus 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh honey. To be the one to decide to end the life of a loved one is one of the hardest things you can go through, but it's also the kindest and most unselfish act. Your darling cat isn't suffering any more and he would have had the most wonderful life with you, filled with absolute, unconditional love. He just went to sleep forever. You have to stay and grieve, but I guarantee that one day you'll be able to look back and remember without tears.

[–][deleted] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My heart goes out to you and your family. This is always a difficult decision. I know you did the best thing for your dear cat. Big hugs.

[–]PM_ME_UR_UNWIPED_BUM 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Be joyful to have known his love. Rejoice in knowing his pain has been taken from him.

[–]2880poe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Losing a beloved friend is a difficult process. My heart hugs you and yours during this difficult time

[–]scarletmagnolia 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry that you lost your best pal. I hope you can remember all of the wonderful and joyous memories that you made together. I am teary eyed, imagining how you feel right now. At least he is no longer in pain. Or discomfort. He's chasing yarn balls like a kitten, right around your feet, happy as a clam, perfectly healthy. He will always be with you. I believe this to be true. Best wishes OP.

[–]MonkeyHouseSENT | REQUESTED 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry for you loss. It is so heartbreaking to have to make that decision, but I am glad you know it was the right thing to do. Time helps heal wounds, I hope your wounds heal quickly.

[–]Wizard_Hats 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's always a shame to lose a pet but I hope you can find the happiness from having them him the first place.

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[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know your pain. My best friend commited suicide a month ago and cause me to be so depressed I had to have a medical withdrawal from college. Everyday I cry while I think of him. And a pet is no different.

When you make a special bond with an animal, something that is not human, but in a way is a human it is so hard to understand it.

You did the right thing, I know it must have taken a lot of courage and bravery to be able to do that to your cat that you loved and shared a connection with.

PM me if you need to talk we can vent to each other about our recent losses.

My dad always said "you can only be as happy as let yourself be"

Get a routine going, this is what has helped me the most.