Geriatric Kitty headed to the vet

I did too

 

All my sympathies and compassion, my friend. Tough day. Tough period in your life.

But from your postings, it is clear that both you and Timber were better off for having met up, and both were rewarded in quality of life I think.

"I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming....."
-A. Lincoln

It will probably ring hollow at this time but later, when the wound closes at least somewhat, I think you will find having had Timber was a very positive experience overall and this terrible episode of your time together will fade away, at least in intensity, leaving fond memories.

My sympathies and my very best wishes to you.

Brian

 

My buddy took food/treats and leftover litter. Also litter box and food storage container. These two were appreciative.





It was nice to be able to pet them a bit yesterday.

 

Thank you. She had been with me nearly half my life. I drove out to the spot where I found her all those years ago yesterday. The memory is still quite vivid. From the shriek she let out when I called, to her pooping in the laundry basket I put her in for a few momemts to keep track of her when I first brought her home. All I had suitable for a feline to eat was some lunch meat. Not really great for a small kitten, it remained one of her favorite "treats".

I've decided that I will indeed have another cat. This time, I'm going to have a pair. In no rush, currently.

 

Rcbs, sorry to hear of your loss. You gave her a great life my friend. When the time is right, I have no doubt another furry friend or two will walk right into your life.

 

RCBS, Hope you are feeling a little less sad today.
I agree, you should take your time and the new kitty(s) will choose you when the time is right.

 

Have had a couple people already proposing some kittens. Thankfully declined. A proper grieving period is needed.

Hard today getting ready for work. Was walking out the door a good 20 minutes ahead due to not having any kitty duties this morning. As time passes the pain will fade. I was finding excuses not to be at home this weekend. Empty spaces. Having troubles with that. No litter box in basement today. Tears ensued.

 

...yeah...still hurting a bit...it's been a long day.

 

Dammitt, now you've got me started.
Peace to you, RCBS

 

X2, ^^

Sorry for the loss of your furry friend RCBS

 

Just read the rest of this thread while in the woods with Holly as she runs around terrifying the chipmunks.

I regret that I only brought 4 tissues.

There has been little time in my life not shared with the furry ones. We lost our last dog in 2011, same year as my parents. I couldn't handle a new member for a couple of years after, but Holly came to us 3 years ago, and we couldn't be happier.

I wish you peace RCBS
Know well that Timber wouldn't want you to hurt either.

 

My oldest son said that he would never have a pet again nor would he get attached to any we had after his childhood dog died. We did end up getting a second dog, entirely by mistake, about a year after we lost the first one but my son was long gone before the end of the second dog's life.

Now he is living with three dogs. So I guess the 'never have a pet again' did not actually work out for him And yes, they are all spoiled.

A little time between pets is probably a great idea but what do I know? The only suggestion I can pass along is to let the next cat be his / her own cat, and not a replacement for any previous pet. I have made that mistake in the past and in the end, it was a self- made problem, and entirely my own fault. Even now, as we groom Phoebe for the pound , I have made that very mistake; Phoebe will not sit / lay in anyone's lap. And I missed that and was disappointing in that perceived 'lacking' behavior. But she is as affectionate or even more so than any other cat I have known, just in her own way. Because she is an individual, just like every other living thing on the planet. So with a little effort, I started to appreciate her for her and not look for behavior I have experienced in other cats or pets.

So I think you are right- a little grieving time is a good thing, plus it will help you to hopefully be able to adapt and actually enjoy and appreciate the qualities / quirks of the next pet, be it a cat, dog, ferret or whatever. That said, every single pet I have had as an adult was an accident, much like your own Timber, so there is no telling when or from where the next one may come along. Might be another 'in the road' situation, or might be a stray wandering around outside. Might be like Phoebe and just kind of moves in to your house one day and puts down roots. ?? The only thing that seems relatively certain from getting to know you a little bit through your posts is that you are an 'animal person' and those people (not me- Phoebe is going to the pound!) generally somehow seem to trip over something furry and end up with it living in his / her house. It is probably nothing more than those who like animals stop and pay attention to them while other, not fond of animals, just pass them by in life without ever noticing them. Again, beyond my pay grade but that is my observational experience.

In the end, I think your time with Timber will far out- weigh your grieving at Timber's loss. Not to say there is not grief- only a psychopath can live with a pet for years and not feel the loss when that pet is gone IMO.

Brian