bongobobny Posted September 13, 2013 Share #1 Posted September 13, 2013 We made the toughest decision of our lives today. Our beloved cat, Sonny was put to sleep this morning. He had a hyperthyroid condition and also kidney disease. He lost about 4 pounds in the last year, a lot for a cat who only 11 pounds to begin with. He was 18 years old. For the last few weeks he would hide under the bed all day, and stopped covering his litter in the litter box. He was not the same cat we loved all these years. We just buried him in the side yard. We will miss him very much. I never had a cat love me as much as he did, and he was a people kitty, even people that didn't like cats liked Sonny. Rest in peace our beloved pet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nance56 Posted September 13, 2013 Share #2 Posted September 13, 2013 We know the feeling well. A week ago Tuesday we did the same. She was 16 and very spoiled. It will be a hard loss for you but we are proud of your decision. Prayers for you all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillip Sisk Posted September 13, 2013 Share #3 Posted September 13, 2013 Been there with cats,dogs horses etc. Hurts bad.. Pain is real. God bless. Phil S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calperin Posted September 13, 2013 Share #4 Posted September 13, 2013 We had been through that with our Lab, and it is really painfull for all the family. Our condolences... Carlos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill in mn Posted September 13, 2013 Share #5 Posted September 13, 2013 This is a sad day indeed , sorry for your loss of a good friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eusa1 Posted September 13, 2013 Share #6 Posted September 13, 2013 at 18 years, he was not a pet, he was family. very sorry for your loss Mike, Cherie, Teresa, and Chip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huggy Posted September 13, 2013 Share #7 Posted September 13, 2013 Very sad news indeed Bob. Went through that a few years ago with a lab cross breed we had. Swore we would not get another pet. But when our son went off to Afghanistan we ended up with his rottweiler/sheppard pup. We've had her now for the last 4 years. I don't know if I'll out live "killer" or if she will out live me. It will be very hard either way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M61A1MECH Posted September 13, 2013 Share #8 Posted September 13, 2013 Very sad day indeed, I had one pass on me suddenly as few years ago, he died in Marilyn's arms on the way to the animal emergency room, I have another that is 13 years old and we worry every day that he may not wake up of that we will have to make the same hard decision that you had to make. This one is like a piece of velco on a sweater, you sit down he is in your lap, you get up he follows you around so he can get back in your lap as soon as you sit down. When my little one passed a few years ago I went here http://www.oldworldstones.com/gallery.htm and had them make a marker for me, will likely do the same when it is time for Mickey the Cat to go on to the other side. Condolences to you and the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yammer Dan Posted September 13, 2013 Share #9 Posted September 13, 2013 Sorry Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stickhandle2 Posted September 13, 2013 Share #10 Posted September 13, 2013 We have been there ourselves with our pets......nothing different to say as it has all been said. A very tough day. Mike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazenson Posted September 13, 2013 Share #11 Posted September 13, 2013 Very sorry to hear, I know how ya feel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carbon_One Posted September 13, 2013 Share #12 Posted September 13, 2013 Sorry to hear you lost a family member Bob & Becky. Been there ourselves too many times too. Earlier this summer we lost our toy fox terrier, Lady Bug. Never gets any easier no matter how many times you go thru this. As said they're family. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frogger Posted September 13, 2013 Share #13 Posted September 13, 2013 Tom and I send our prayers. We will miss your little buddy too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wizard765 Posted September 13, 2013 Share #14 Posted September 13, 2013 R.I.P. Sonny.. sorry to hear about this Bob.. Bless You and Becky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted September 13, 2013 Share #15 Posted September 13, 2013 Sorry to hear about Sonny. He was a very good cat ! Don and Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnT Posted September 13, 2013 Share #16 Posted September 13, 2013 Sorry for your loss folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragtop69gs Posted September 13, 2013 Share #17 Posted September 13, 2013 One of the hardest decisions there is to make, it is the one, last act of love you can show for your pet. Much harder, is to watch them suffer. We feel for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Annie Posted September 14, 2013 Share #18 Posted September 14, 2013 We are sad for the loss of your beloved family member.....Sonny Love & Best Wishes Annie, Alan & Scarlett ( our greyhound) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tooch Posted September 14, 2013 Share #19 Posted September 14, 2013 A house is not a home without a pet and a pet in a home is a member of the family. Like everyone has said sorry for your loss and we've all been through it. We said we would't do it again but of course we did. Our guy right now just had a tumour removed from his chest today. He is only 3 so worth the cost if he gets more time. This is him in his t-shirt so he won't scratch his staples. Oh it's our Airedale "Wilson" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bull463 Posted September 14, 2013 Share #20 Posted September 14, 2013 Sorry to hear Bob. They really do become a member of the family. Bull463 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GAWildKat Posted September 14, 2013 Share #21 Posted September 14, 2013 Our pets are our kids. And they have a way of becoming special. Hope your heart mends soon and you find a new baby to grace your home. Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted September 14, 2013 Author Share #22 Posted September 14, 2013 Thank you all for the kind comments, they mean a lot!!! We went to a local rescue shelter this afternoon to pet the kitties and one "found" us and we put a hold on her. In 2 weeks we will go back and if we feel the same we will bring her home! It is a lovely petite 2-3 yr old female pale calico that took to us and is very friendly! To all, yes, Sonny was family, our son!! We can never replace him but we can develop a new relationship with a new pet! And yes, it does hurt a lot, both of us have been crying for the last couple of days!! There will never be another Sonny, he was loved, spoiled, and will always be remembered!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bj66 Posted September 14, 2013 Share #23 Posted September 14, 2013 Sorry to hear. I'm afraid we arent to far away from this same decision at our house. Our dog Tippy is now 16 years old. She doesnt move so well, doesnt hear well, and doesnt see well. As of now her quality of life is still good, but I am afraid of what this winter will bring. She is a house dog, and trips outside wont be easy. My wife is a vet tech and it will be extremely hard on my wife. But my wife knows when the proper time will be. Its going to be hard when it comes, and lately I have been thinking about the day. Not going to be fun at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKRefugee Posted September 14, 2013 Share #24 Posted September 14, 2013 No matter if its a dog or a cat or a bird or a horse, any animal that joins your home joins your heart. I am sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved pet and hope that your heart bears the pain with the great memories of your time with him. Ride Happy Ride Safe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dano Posted September 14, 2013 Share #25 Posted September 14, 2013 Sorry for your loss Bob, we did the same a few years ago with our 2 shepards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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