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I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Scooter. They are like our own children there is no doubt of that. I can hear all the love for your baby in your words. Even though he swiped at your legs he sounds as though he just wanted to play with you and get more attention.

I was with my girls when they left this world, one had to be put to sleep and the other left on her own. It was hard either way.

One day you will remember Scooter without the pain of seeing him on the table at the vet's. I did not think the vision of it would ever go away but I don't see the picture in my mind to often anymore.

Come and post often as everyone here are compassionate caring people who will walk with you every step of this grief journey.
Ann

Hi there Sen!

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your special kitty Scooter (I just love that name ). I am virtually at the same stage of grieving for the loss of a precious cat, my beautiful girl, Shanti, who was put to sleep on Friday 4 March. I think the ups and downs are to be expected along the way as we deal with the pain of our losses. we need to be gentle with ourselves and allow ourselves to work through the pain and the grief that can sometimes feel like it is overwhelming.

This site has been a wonderful source of love, care understanding and inspiration for me. Keeep coming here, as there are so many special folk around who really do care!

Luv

Avril

I'm glad you found this site because people here understand.

I love cats like your Scooter, who have a sense of mischief. You were lucky to have him for so long. At some point you will realize how lucky he was to have a long happy life.

Dear Sen,

I'm so sorry for your loss of Scooter. He sounds like such a smart and spirited kitty.

The decision of euthanasia is one of the most difficult decisions to make. But on the other hand, in situations like my Shiloh and your Scooter, it's a decision made with love. We have given them a great gift...we've taken on their pain so they can be pain free. That statement was said to me when I first started posting here, and it has eased some of the guilt I feel about making that decision.

Please come here often and share your thoughts and feelings. You'll find that everyone here will embrace you with kindness and understanding.

You're in my thoughts.
Kathleen

Sen-

I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Scooter. It sounds like he had a great life right from the start. He and your family have sure been through a lot together. I know that you must miss him so much. Euthanizing a pet who is suffering is one of the greatest gifts you can give to him. It is a difficult and agonizing choice, but I am sure that Scooter is at peace now. It helps to share your feelings with others who have gone through something similar. I lost Lucy, my chocolate lab, about 6 weeks ago to lymphoma at age 5. We miss her so, so much. Hang in there, and thanks for sharing your story about Scooter...

Caroline

Hi Sen,

My heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your precious Scooter!

Reading your post, I chuckled at the part where he would lie in wait for people to walk by . What a special spirit he had.

He is still very much alive---just not in his earthly body. I believe that you will be fully reunited again, when it is your time to also become all-spirit. You will recognize each other in the same way you did here on earth---minus the recognition of your physical bodies.

You were and are a wonderful Mom!!! Now more than ever, Scooter wants you to realize this! He is in bliss and not "missing" you in the same sense that you are him. To him, it will be merely the blink of an eye before you join him. He's in a blissful realm where there's no sense of time or space, as there is while we live in these bodies. Scooter wants you to be fine as you live out your earthly days. Grief is a heart-wrenching thing, though, and I am glad you found this life-saving group.

Much love and healing,

Kathy

I am so sorry for your loss of scooter. It is so hard when they become so sick and we have to make the decision to let them go. Many years ago I had a 12 year old male cat die of FIP. It was just awful watching him become so sick. Red was the first cat that I ever had to make the decision to put to sleep. It was very hard, and I let him suffer way longer than I should have.

I had to put my favorite cat to sleep in Dec and the last days with him are the ones I keep reflecting on also. I wish I could get them out of mind, and only remember the wonderful times we had.

I love cats with spirit like Scooter had. You gave him many wonderful years, and he will always be with you in spirit.

Kim

Dear Sen,

My sympathy to you on the loss of your beloved Scooter. He certainly had the best life with you and your family. How sweet that he still meowed at you when you walked into the room, even when he wasn't feeling well. He was a very special kitty.

You'll feel better in time, when the pain of it all is not so new.

Hang in there and like everyone said......You've come to the best place.

Thinking of you,
Lynn