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(9,747 posts)Rest in peace
sinkingfeeling
(58,143 posts)Solly Mack
(97,333 posts)LuckyCharms
(23,258 posts)underpants
(197,504 posts)SheltieLover
(82,135 posts)3catwoman3
(29,932 posts)They are never with us long enough.
eppur_se_muova
(42,743 posts)We're not supposed to have 'favorite' children, but our second cat was clearly the one who became dearest to me. She only lived about 10 years, and we're not sure what she died from (vet. medicine was a long way from what it is today). I still miss her, and sometimes feel like I'm "cheating" with other cats.
She was a gray tabby, too.
sakabatou
(46,448 posts)The way to fix it, if it could be fixed, would've cost thousands.
niyad
(134,622 posts)trauma from the surgery.
niyad
(134,622 posts)to you.
liberalla
(11,266 posts)niyad
(134,622 posts)Skittles
(173,360 posts)I hear it's the same with kids
Shellback Squid
(10,191 posts)They die too early
sakabatou
(46,448 posts)And that's only if any medical treatment worked.
Shellback Squid
(10,191 posts)if it's possible
sakabatou
(46,448 posts)DarthDem
(5,469 posts)What a beautiful kitty. I'm so sorry for your loss.
debm55
(62,270 posts)flashman13
(2,598 posts)LoisB
(13,657 posts)whopis01
(3,940 posts)brer cat
(27,725 posts)our heart when they go. I hope your memories will bring you comfort.
MLAA
(19,823 posts)littlemissmartypants
(34,955 posts)...
Danmel
(5,815 posts)We just lost our sweet Zekey boy.
niyad
(134,622 posts)Niagara
(12,309 posts)I've been there myself three times over.
kimbutgar
(27,646 posts)I lost a kitty 3 years ago and havent been able to get another one. And a few days after she passed I swear I saw her dashing about our home in the corner of my eye.
niyad
(134,622 posts)me at night, and they died many years ago. The love bond never dies.
niyad
(134,622 posts)arms, and send peace and comfort to his grieving loved ones.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your precious Scoutie. Such a beautiful baby.
Permanut
(8,643 posts)We're never ready to send these little rascals across the rainbow bridge.
So sorry for your loss.
Upthevibe
(10,255 posts)I'm so sorry.......R.I.P., Scoutie
Karadeniz
(24,773 posts)AltairIV
(1,070 posts)liberalla
(11,266 posts)irisblue
(38,029 posts)
LetMyPeopleVote
(183,053 posts)JMCKUSICK
(6,724 posts)May your memories keep you.
LudwigPastorius
(15,144 posts)Im sorry for your loss.
Fla Dem
(27,818 posts)Last edited Tue Apr 28, 2026, 09:52 PM - Edit history (1)
My "Baby Girl" was with me for 17 years. She passed in 2024.
Found as an abandon kitten in my driveway. She was joy in my life. Took me a year to get over her passing. But she is always with me even though I adopted two 5 year olds last year.
Peace be with you and know Scoutie will always be with you.
MayReasonRule
(4,138 posts)

Grumpy Old Guy
(4,408 posts)True Dough
(27,484 posts)bring you joy in the years ahead.
Sorry for your loss.
Nictuku
(4,685 posts)some_of_us_are_sane
(3,772 posts)Phoenix61
(18,906 posts)mwmisses4289
(4,909 posts)KT2000
(22,246 posts)It's a hard one. Peace to you. RIP Scoutie!
choie
(7,072 posts)I know well how painful the loss is.
Skittles
(173,360 posts)nor speak of me with tears
but laugh and talk of me
as if I were beside you
I loved you so
twas Heaven here with you
- Isla Paschal Richardson
Maraya1969
(23,606 posts)KPN
(17,551 posts)so very hard, I know.
Ocelot II
(131,526 posts)RIP, Scoutie, and condolences to you.
Trueblue Texan
(4,675 posts)They are so precious in our lives. I wish our lifespans were better matched. May your heart find healing and comfort in the memories of the journey you and Scoutie shared.
Deuxcents
(27,936 posts)Bayard
(30,480 posts)They're family.
Hugs!
Figarosmom
(14,072 posts)I'm sure you miss him already. Sorry he had to go.🌈
Laffy Kat
(16,994 posts)Scoutie was a beautiful cat.
peacebuzzard
(5,891 posts)my kitties are such a comfort and source of joy.
The loss of your sweet baby is something I understand so well
Liberal In Texas
(16,479 posts)It is so hard to lose a family member.
justaprogressive
(7,274 posts)bromeando
(181 posts)God,
May you welcome Scoutie into your loving arms and grant him eternal peace. May you send him all our love until we meet again.
Amen
Clouds Passing
(8,226 posts)70sEraVet
(5,691 posts)10 Turtle Day
(1,340 posts)Im sure you gave Scoutie a good life. His leaving will make your home feel empty and there will be a hole left in your heart where he resided, until when the time is right the cat distribution system will send you another fur kid to fill it up again.
EuterpeThelo
(455 posts)I am so, so sorry, sakabatou. We just lost my soul cat, Bellatrix, in March at age 18. I know she'll be there to meet your baby. Sending love, light, understanding and hugs.
IbogaProject
(6,114 posts)Especially that you had to make the decision. Do remember there is no informed consent with Veterinary care so it is often wise to spare possibly unproductive trauma.
hamsterjill
(17,881 posts)They take a piece of our heart with them when they leave, don't they?
Thank you for giving Scoutie a home and safety. (From a cat rescuer).
MIButterfly
(3,308 posts)I extend to you my condolences. I know you're heartbroken. My heart breaks for you. Scoutie was a beautiful cat who I'm sure brought you much joy and happiness over the years. I hope your memories of Scoutie will eventually bring you comfort and peace.
Lean on your DU family if you need to. We are always here for you.
With sympathy,
MIButterfly
RIP, dear Scoutie. You were much loved.
orangecrush
(31,528 posts)So sorry for you loss.
NEOH
(361 posts)I'm so sorry. Losing a pet is the worst. Several years ago, I lost my cat, Miss Wampus, to a sudden illness. I still miss her.
Phentex
(16,760 posts)What a sweet baby
Mad_Dem_X
(10,247 posts)HeartsCanHope
(1,769 posts)I will be thinking of you all.
JustKay
(191 posts)I know how hard it is to lose a fur-baby!
