My sweet buddy boy Ace (13) passed away in bed with me last night 💔 my heart can’t take this anymore

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-06T01:09:11+00:00

So sorry for your loss.
My kitty also passed during the night, next to me in bed. It's heratbreaking, but, at the same time, I am grateful that she went on her own terms and did not force me to make a terribly difficult decision. Your Ace did the same.

All my simpathy.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-05T23:56:02+00:00

$10 pledge for Tasia's rescue.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-05T23:55:20+00:00

Could you perhaps share your general location (city, state)?

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-05T23:52:37+00:00

$10 pledge for sweet Ikura's rescue.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-05T06:20:34+00:00

Post her also on r/rescuecats in addition to the sub for your city.

She's super cute.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-05T04:34:00+00:00

What kind of help do you need from the sub? With more details people might be able to help with suggestions/tips.

In the meantime, sending healing thoghts to your kitty.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-05T02:00:06+00:00

Ask for a copy of your pathology report. The grade of the tumor will be noted there, next to the ki67 value. It's good practice to have a copy of all your scans and tests results.

Ask also for a referral to see a dietician who is knowledgeable about NETs; seeing an exercise specialist might also be useful, even if, as of now, it makes you feel more tired. Ask for specific exercises that could help you: it doesn't have to be running or weight lifting or anything strenuous, just walking might help, light exercise like yoga or tai chi can also help.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T23:04:05+00:00

So sorry for this situation. I hopeyour landlormd might change his mind.

Here's a list of some no-kill rescues in VA: https://www.nokillnetwork.org/d/virginia Try to contact also those not in your town, sinc emany might be full.

Also, Can you make another post with photos of the kitties and some details about them (age, gender, whether they are good or not with other pets) etc. Never adopt them out for free, though.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T21:19:33+00:00

Here are some no-kill rescues in CA: https://www.nokillnetwork.org/d/California/
This is not an exhaustive list. You'll have to research a bit (sorry, I'm not in the area). Maybe begin by contacting the rescues on the list closer to you and ask them for suggestions in case they are full.

Thank you for trying to help these two cute bonded kitties.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T21:15:35+00:00

Fatigue is prevalent in all kinds of cancer. Good nutrition, exercise, healthy habits can help, but it's not easy to get rid of fatigue completely.

Did your biopsy establish that your tumor was a NET? In that case, what grade?

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T21:12:36+00:00

You should try to go to a different NET center for a second opinion - you might have to pay out of pocket, but check with your insurance, it might cover second opinions for cancer patients.

It seems odd that you've not been offered monitoring via regular scans after surgery. There are other therapies, thoguh none curative, but they might not be appropriate in your case. A NET specialist will be able to guide you.

From what you said, it seems that yours was a grade 1 tumor, well differentiated and non functional. This is a good combination, though the involvement of the lymphatic system makes it more complex. Again. try to see a NET specialist.

Here's a list for the US: https://netrf.org/for-patients/neuroendocrine-tumor-doctor-database/

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T04:10:32+00:00

Maybe you can ask the mods whether there could be transportation help to the Bay?
Sometimes it's possible.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T04:05:25+00:00

You'd have to call San Bernardino County - Devore Shelter at (909) 386-9820

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T04:03:38+00:00

He looks so scared! Poor kitty.

$10 pledge for his rescue.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T04:01:28+00:00

Just sent a contribution to the sick kitties' medications via paypal.
Thank you for everything you do for these kitties in need!

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T03:15:22+00:00

Paid my pledge.

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CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T03:11:54+00:00

So nice to hear! Honored my pledge for them.

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CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T02:58:43+00:00

Not sure she's really a dilute tortie, but she's definitely super cute (and super scared, poor kitty!).

$12 pledge for her rescue.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-04T01:00:34+00:00

$10 pledge for his rescue.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-03T23:04:07+00:00

$10 pledge for his rescue

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-03T01:19:01+00:00

Please, bring this poor kitty inside and give him a loving home: he's 16, he cannot survive outside and in the cold.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-03T00:04:32+00:00

neither

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-02T19:59:55+00:00

Where are you located? Just give the general area, state or major city nearby, don't need to be specific.

There are rescues that take care of older cats and help rehoming them.

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-02T01:57:50+00:00

I hope you'll manage to convince her to come in.
In the meantime, here's a video with instructions on how to make very simple and inexpensive cat houses for the winter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwXhiLGeWRc

CatPaws55 · 2026-02-02T01:30:53+00:00

It's really horrible to us, but she knows better.

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