OT: Saying goodbye to a pet.

[mdeth1313]

Thursday evening we had to say goodbye to one of our cats. First diagnosis was hyperthyroidism. At only 10.5 years, we decided the best course was to start the cat on meds until she could have radioactive iodine therapy. One and done so to speak. Then she stopped eating. An ultrasound reading revealed enlarged liver and spleen, along with bloated lungs. She went downhill fast and the options were to drive an hour each way to and from a specialist to find out what we already knew (lymphoma) or let her enjoy her days at home until it was time.

I think we waited a week too long, but she was still able to use the litter box, drink water and eat a little bit. More importantly she got a few more nights of laying on the couch with my wife (probably more important for my wife). She was a really good pet - it was hard to say goodbye. We have another cat who is a little out of sorts right now. We're not waiting, we've decided to adopt an adult cat and we've already started visiting many of our local rescues.

I know some people go through it and then can't get another pet, they don't want to live through that pain, but I wouldn't trade the years with her for anything.

Originally named Lulu, she quickly picked up the nickname "Boots". We're gonna miss her.