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Losing it

reneep31
reneep31

i unexpectedly had to put my cat down last week.  She was 17 years old.  I feel like I haven't stopped crying.  I feel like I can't go on and am going crazy.  I don't know what to do.  Hoping for some advice.  Thank you.

OlderCPer
OlderCPer
17 was old for a kitty, she had a very long life with you and I'm sure it was a happy life and you loved her like crazy, but life at some point has to end. Do you think you'll want to get a new kitty in a lil while to keep you company? Not a replacement but a new friend to keep you company, give you love and comfort and make you happy with all their funny lil tricks and mannerisms. There are so many kitties in shelters that need a home. I imagine one would greatly benefit from the love and care and happy home that you could give them.

Take care and let yourself grieve, its healthy to do so,
Community LeaderThePepperMan
ThePepperMan
I have had many pets that were put down, and it hurts each and ever time. If it did not hurt it would mean that I did not love them. The time comes, and we need to take them out of their pain. As their "owner" we know when it is time.

I've been told about the Rainbow Bridge. The idea is that when it is our time to go, our soul comes to a rainbow bridge that takes us into the next life. Waiting there to lead us across our the souls of all the pets we have known in our life. Wagging their tails, mewing that soft meow we knew meant love, and just being excited to see us.

Yes, I know it is hard. but you can get through this.

Gentle hugs from somebody who has been there before.
sharaninmd
sharaninmd
Sorry for your loss. I'm sure she had a long happy life with you. Allow yourself time to grieve. A pet is like a family member. When you are feeling a little better, you might want to consider getting another cat who can keep you company and enjoy.
reneep31
reneep31
Thank you for the kind words. I'm so tired of crying all the time, I just don't know how to go on.
fibrowarrior
fibrowarrior
I lost my dog several years ago- it is heartbreaking and mourning as you would any other family member.... It took me a bit but I did go out and get another dog. It was even about 2 years later I was in the pet store and just broke down over my baby (I brought him home at 6 weeks and he was my last child as I looked at it)- so as you go out to humane societies or finding kitties- look for one that reminds you in personality of your baby and when you're ready bring home your new baby. Yes, you will miss and mourn your baby- talk to your new baby about his/her sibling.
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