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Denise Kenneally
Yesterday we had to say goodbye to our sweet fluffy baby girl, lady. She was my companion, my lap cat, came into us as a stray and stayed for 4 years. She bought us a lot of joy with her sweet undemanding nature and our hearts are broken. No more pain or suffering now little lady. We love you. Sleep peacefully and play with Simon in heaven, and our other lost fur babies, until we are all together again. Mum.
Elsker Alle
My Beloved Friends, With inexpressible sorrow, I extend the deepest love and support and sympathies my heart can express to each of you who are mourning the passing of your dearest feline friend, an irreplaceable being who accepted you for who you are, unconditionally. It's impossible for me to truly understand what you're feeling; the uniquely priceless relationship you had with your sweet, adoring Cat, the heartache you feel, or the depth of how much you miss them. Nevertheless, I can identify with what you're going through...according to my own measure: This morning, my sweet, wonderful Cat, Tybalt, passed away. He was the true Prince of Cats to me. A brilliant, energetic, kind, adoring, polite, honorable gentleman who stood by me through thick and thin, all the way through the past eleven years, years where I have had to learn how to walk and use my body again after a horrendous accident, which he played a central part in getting me through. I found my darling Tybalt resting in gentle silence on the back porch this late morning, basking in the sun as he so loved to do, motionless, still...and gone. He was seventeen years young. I cuddled with Tybalt for the last time as I went to sleep. I loved him SO MUCH. Tybalt, I love you.
Cathy Nash
I’ve had many pet cats through the years, but losing our dear friend Scampie also named Houdini by the refuge has brought much sadness, and reflection. We remember her unique character, not a lap cat but her enjoying sitting with us, doing tricks, enjoying her garden makes us smile as we remember those times we spent together. Her love of having head rub and sitting waiting for us at the door. You never went far from home and loved your food treats. We will miss you with your unique ways and markings ginger and white. Rest in peace our friend, we will not forget you.
Deirdre C
My beautiful Hannah was a rescue cat from a feral colony. She was very quirky and never a lap cat. She lived under my bed for a whole month when I first brought her home. She slowly came out of her shell and she was my everything. She loved her treats and a good grooming. I slowly realised she was drinking much more and was diagnosed with kidney failure and I knew the writing was on the wall. She finally stopped eating and drinking and had to be PTS. I will never forget her sad eyes as I said goodbye but knew it was the right thing to do. She was with me for 8 joyous years. She has left a huge hole in my life and I am still surrounded by her cat tree, toys and beds. Don’t know if I could ever go through this grief again. I have cried an ocean of tears. May she be in a much better place.
Charlee Everett
Yesterday evening I lost my Marcel, he was 1 years old and fully black. He was hit by a car and died almost instantly, the person who hit him was almost in tears at the scene. Iv never had a cat before but now he’s gone life feels so empty without him. He helped myself and my partner through such hard times in the past year and gave us such happy and loving memories. To some people he was “just a cat” but to us he was our son and we were the perfect gang of 3 weirdos. I love him more than words could ever express and will miss him for forever. I don’t know how I will get over this loss but Iv been told time is a good healer. Sending my love to everyone who has lost their beloved cat 💖
Linda Barnard
So sad our beautiful Polly was put to sleep today after a short illness. We will love and remember you forever. Such a beautiful girl who always made us laugh and smile. Christmas won’t be the same without you sleeping under the tree. Sleep tight our little fur baby.
kathryn Webster
My Baby Mickey, he died in my arms on my bed, he loved me like no other cat I’ve known, he gave me the biggest loves and head buts and purrs. He was my boy, I chose him from the litter and he’s been by my side since I was 6 years old, I am now 19 and I don’t know life without him. I don’t know going to bed without him, coming in from work, without seeing him. I don’t believe in a god as such but if there is a heaven I hope he’s purring up there, happy as hes always been. An hour before his passing he crawled up to my chest and cuddled down and kissed my chin and then part of me knew this moment was special, one I shall never forget. Love you forever mr moos, fatty cat & I hope one day I’ll see you again. <3
Hayley Gilbert
Yesterday evening I lost my gorgeous, loving and sweet boy Gatsby. He was only a year old and was tragically hit by a car. I take comfort knowing he is not in pain, and that his little sister Darcie can experience the world for him; a world he had only just begun to explore. He was the most gentle cat I have ever met, and deserved a long and happy life. I don’t know how I will ever move on or feel okay without him.
Lucie Ahmed
Shambles chose me as a kitten. He was 6 weeks old when I met him and he rolled over on his back and sucked my thumb. He was with me me through many sad times and soaked up my tears. Was always waiting by the door for me at the end of the day making every difficult moment easier. He gave me the most enormous amount of joy and laughter. I knew at 18 He was near the end but how he left was traumatic and not what such a beautiful soul deserved. I was on holiday and he was waiting for me when I got home but we had to take him to the vet straight away and he did not come home. We had a good cuddle but I wish I had been able to do more. My comfort is that he was truly loved by everyone that met him including many lodgers and friends. And that I did everything to make his life a happy one. Even people who were not cat lovers were won over by his gentle love and desire to be around us. I will always see him in my house and how he has touched my life so deeply will never be forgotten. Goodbye my dearest little furry one.
Anne Jones
My baby girl. Lost too soon after a car accident caused you to be so injured I couldn’t save you. My best friend, my rock, with me for too short a time. You made home worth coming to. I will always hold a place in my heart for you. I am so sorry, my baby girl.. we were in sync. I will miss you terribly. The flat is so quiet now, I miss your head bumps, your chatter, the sound of you eating biscuits, the gifts, the cat flap. I hope you weren’t suffering because I know the injuries ruined your poor little body. My baby girl, you saved me and I couldn’t save you xxx I just bought a house for us with a garden for you, life is so cruel to take you away. I will take your ashes there to remain with me xxx love you always.
Hannah Price
I lost my beautiful Ruby this morning. She was 17 years old and was the most loving, gentlest, amazing girl. She suddenly stopped being able to walk around properly and not eating in the last couple of weeks. Vets were thinking arthritis and so we tried different pain relief but nothing helped. I'm thinking lots of what ifs right now and worried they misdiagnosed and maybe it was her heart as she had a heart attack in the end. I feel like there is a huge void within me now. I will never stop loving her and was so glad I was her mum. Love you Rubes x
Maria Sorea
My 10 year old cat died last week while I was away. It hurts so much. And I feel so guilty that I was not home. I left Sunday morning and Monday afternoon the veterinary wrote that my cat died. My neighbor who is feeding my cats when I'm away found him on the balcony very weak and called the veterinary. By the time the doctor came he was dead. On Saturday evening he was alright, catching night motts through the apartment. He was my dearest one always close to me. If only I had stayed home ...
Elaine Dey
Our beautiful princess Laya. You came as a gift to us just 8 years ago when you and your brother were unwanted. Emaciated and flea ridden you allowed us to spoil you and give you the life you deserved. Losing you to stomach cancer just 48 hours ago and the pain in our hearts is unbearable. Making the decision to say goodbye when it was right for you rather than us is the most loving thing we could do for you. Your bright blue Ragdoll eyes penetrated my soul and your silk like coat melted my heart and was addictive to touch. Your brother misses you so much Laya, but we will look after each other as I'm sure Clemmie, Cece and Flora, who came before, will take care of you. Such a very special girl who will be forever in our hearts. We love you more than words can say❤
Mark GibbS
On Tuesday evening (7th June) our dear Fluffy passed away. He was a great age but we don’t know exactly how old as he was a stray. He was caring and crazy in equal measures and we will miss him so much. I can’t believe the hole he has left four us. It makes you realise that you should cherish everyday with your furry friends. My best of friends.
Carey Anne
On Monday, the 6th of June, my dad came home from the vet without you. We had known it was coming for a while, thoughts of you dying first sprang up in April when your appetite became strange. I was given hope that you might live for another year or two, but I never fully believed it. You knew your time had come, and so did we, and it's likely you would have died in a week or so no matter what. But today, on Tuesday the 7th, we buried you. I saw your body for the first time and we buried you in the front garden. We planted a rose bush on top of the body in your honour, like we have for every family member that's passed. I'm going to miss you so much buddy. You've been in this household since before I was born, you've always been my favourite grumpy old man. I'm not sure how I'll get through this, but I'll try my best for you. I love you, Tobes. Good night.