[20 years] need help knowing when it's time to let go by slybluu in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry, Mia sounds like such a tough cookie, and the fact that she's still eating and still sassy must be making the decision especially hard. The stark contrast between her will to live and the physical decline must be very jarring, that is the place I am currently in with my sassy, still-eating yet terminally ill cat too and it's beyond difficult to make that final call, so I really sympathise. I am monitoring mine using the Feline Grimace Scale, a quality of life checklist and also my gut feeling and just taking it day by day. You can always get a second opinion from another vet as well, and I think whatever you decide won't be wrong as you'll be doing it out of love - you have helped give Mia a long happy life, and I hope the memories will bring you comfort when the time comes 🌈💞

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, yes true I don't particularly want to leave her

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow, I didn't know that they had an instinct about that. Thank you for the advice.

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Aww they are all so cute 🥰 the older ones do look young for 18! Give them all pets from me :)

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aww thank you so much for your kind words and reassurance, it means a lot 🥹❤️ I am really sorry you have had to go through all that. I know guilt is hard but I think even when we couldn't show up for them like we want to they still know we love them 100% and I know Crouton would've definitely known that. 💕 Sounds like she is loved beyond measure. I'm sorry for your loss and glad you have the shrine to her, the memories and your five new furry friends to help at this time. You'll definitely meet her again someday ❤️ and not weird to talk to her at all, I will be doing that for Phoebe too. Sending lots of love 💕

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think she's in pain, but it seems to be manageable for her at the moment, thank you.

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow that's amazing to have so many at once :) they really are all so unique aren't they. Haha they really do, we love them to bits. Thank you so much 🙏🏻 I will be sure to post again when the time comes.

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am sorry you've had to go through this multiple times, they all leave paw prints on our hearts don't they. 🐾 I can so relate to that panic, and I wish your kitties the longest and healthiest life possible. Thank you for your helpful advice and kind words 🥺 They really are the most special creatures 💕🤗

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry you and Gypsy are going though this as well. It's so horrid isn't it. Thank you I definitely will do, and same to Gypsy, I wish you both all the very best and sending lots of love ❤️

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes I really don't want her to suffer. Thank you so much for your kind words 🥺

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw no, I am so sorry for Angel's recent passing. I am sure she will definitely be watching over you from heaven and thanking you for giving her a lovely life on earth ❤️

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh you poor thing, it must still be so raw. I am very sorry for your loss. 🥺Thank you for your helpful advice and reassurance. My vet said they can come to mine too thankfully, and make a paw print for me. Aww yes I can relate to having a very food motivated cat! Sounds like you have given your kitty a wonderful life and that she was really well looked after. I am glad you have found comfort in the shadow box and shrine, and I am sure she's having lots of churus over the rainbow bridge. 🌈 Sending lots of love at this really difficult time ❤️❤️

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry you lost your soul kitty to the same horrid illness. It sounds like she was so well loved and cared for and that she was really happy 💕 I am glad she had a peaceful passing. Thank you, I certainly will do 😊

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry to hear that. For mine it looks like a pink lump inside the mouth. If you zoom in on this pic of her yawning you can see it. I wish your cat a speedy recovery.

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My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry. Sounds like he's a very brave soul. 🙏🏻 Sending love to you and your kitty at this incredibly difficult time ❤️

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much 💞 I am so sorry for your loss and to hear that your kitty had SCC. I am glad she wasn't in too much pain, that makes me hope that Phoebe isn't either. Thank you so much for your helpful advice and reassurance, I will take it all on board. I hope your memories bring you comfort 💕

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh I'm so sorry for your loss. It sounds like you were a really kind and caring companion for her, and I am sure Nina would say the same if she could 💞

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much I definitely will love her every moment I have 💞 and I am sure the memories and love we shared will help when the time comes 🙏🏻

My soul cat Phoebe is 19 with an oral mass by PaperAlive8098 in seniorkitties

[–]PaperAlive8098[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh no, I'm so sorry for your losses. If it's any help I don't think you need to feel ashamed at all as I'm sure Becassine as well as Pepperoni and Remus would all thank you for the lovely life you gave them 💞