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Fluff

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 05:47 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Moondance, that is sooo hizzelarious! Cute!

Halfunit

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 05:51 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Hi Lobster!

Here are my guesses.

1. Lightning is having a temporary lapse in memory and forgot Thunder lives there.

2. Thunder has "vet" smells on him that displeases Lightning.

3. Thunder is still sore and does not want to be bothered.

I'd bet my next check they will be best friends again in under 48 hours!

Juju2bigdog

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 06:35 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Lobster, it is because Thunder smells funny. You can actually probably smell him yourself. He will get back to smelling like himself, and things will settle down.

Moondance

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 06:36 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I am going with number 2 & 3!

I bet they will be fine tomorrow!

Lobster

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 06:45 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Thanks Half and Juju! I did think of the vet smells earlier today. I took a wet wash cloth and wiped him down, but it didn't seem to accomplish much except annoying him. LOL

They were just sitting about a foot away from each other without hissing, so maybe things are starting to settle down. I really hope so. I hate that they aren't getting along, cuz they just wuv each other so much. It's not unusual to find them all wrapped up in each other and sound asleep on my bed.

Lobster

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 06:53 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Hey Moon! I was losing a post while you were posting! One minute they seem fine, the next they are hissing. I'm just keeping my fingers crossed!

Moondance

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 07:48 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Do you have any catnip? (The spray catnip works too) Rub some in a dry towel and rub both of them with it.

Halfunit

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 07:52 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Moon, you are the Martha Stewart of Cats!

Moondance

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 08:26 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
:) Do you think I could get my own show?

Lobster

Thursday, January 16, 2003 - 08:38 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
You should definitely have your own show, Moon. Catnip's a good idea. Things are slowly improving. Thunder has been grooming himself quite a bit. I think he knows he smells funny. If things aren't better in the morning, I'll try the catnip. It's almost midnite here and I don't want them running around like maniacs. LOL

Babyruth

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 09:23 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Just wanted to let you all know that my Jessie-cat died peacefully at home yesterday, thanks to the wonderful kindness of her veterinarian, who took time to come make a housecall.

Jessie had a pretty good week--enjoyed her favorite foods, napped in her favorite sunny places, and sought us out for cuddling during TV shows. She was slow and weak and short of breath at times, but still doing some of her favorite things. Yesterday morning that very suddenly changed. She was not eating or drinking at all, was huddled in one corner spot, and was breathing heavily. For the first time, I believed she was in some pain. I knew in my head and heart it was time...I had not seen her like this, and knew she was starting to suffer. I called the vet and asked him to come.

In the meantime, I had a few very special hours with Jessie, including cuddling her and telling her what was going to happen and why, and that I loved her and would miss her terribly. She purred weakly and rubbed her head against me as I held her frail body.

The vet arrived, and he was very gentle and compassionate. I held Jessie and cried during the injection, and afterwards he left the room so I could have a few minutes to cuddle her one last time. He then wrapped her gently in her favorite blanket and took her body back to the office to be cremated, as we had discussed earlier.

The house has been very very quiet since then. It feels incredibly empty this morning without my little fluffy boss-cat following me around telling me what to do. I keep expecting to hear her chirping meow or feel her rub against my legs. :(

I know I did the right thing and did it at the right time, and I am forever thankful for the compassionate vet who helped me make sure Jessie didn't suffer.

Anyway, I wanted to let you all know, since so many of you have been extremely kind and supportive to me during the past few months as I've dealt with Jessie's illnesses. You helped me stay strong, and have been here for me, and I will always, always appreciate that. Thank you so much.

Halfunit

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 09:37 am EditMoveDeleteIP
{{{{{ BabyRuth & Jessie }}}}}

I am so sorry to hear about your events yesterday. That was kind for your vet to come to your house and allow Jessie's passing to be in the comforts of home, with you.

I'll be thinking about you today.

Karuuna

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 09:42 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Babyruth, these times are so difficult, but I want to thank you for posting about the end to Jesse's life. The caring and honest way you handled all this is an inspiration to me. I'll keep you in my thoughts, and I know Jesse left her life here feeling loved and at peace, just as she does now.

Webkitty

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 09:54 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Babyruth, my sympathies go out to you today.
I can feel your heartbreak as if it was was own, I have been through this before.

I wish when it was nescessary for this to happen, I could have done what you and your vet did. I know for myself, it would be just a little bit of comfort knowing that my baby could pass to Rainbow Bridge in the familiar surroundings of her home.
It never occured to me this was a possiblity, but it does now, thanks to you.

God bless you {{Babyruth, MsSweetpea and their Jessie}}

Kady

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 09:57 am EditMoveDeleteIP
{{{Babyruth}}} I can only imagine how hard this is on you.

Fanny

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 09:59 am EditMoveDeleteIP
((((((Babyruth, Sweetpea and Jessie}}}}}}}}.
My heart aches for you.

Weinermr

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 10:16 am EditMoveDeleteIP
{{{{Babyruth, Sweetpea}}}}

Urgrace

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 10:18 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Babyruth and Sweetpea, I'm having a hard time trying to type because my eyes won't quit filling up, but want you to know that I have great respect for you and am heartbroken at the same time.

Teatime

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 10:22 am EditMoveDeleteIP
You gave her a great life and were there when she needed you. We are all here for you, now. (((((Babyruth, Sweetpea and Jessie)))))

Conejo

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 10:38 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Babyruth, I know this is a very hard time for you as it always is when we have to make tough choices concerning our babies. I too just seemed to sense when the time had come to have my beloved Violet set free so that she may pass on to Rainbow Bridge.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Pamy

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 10:47 am EditMoveDeleteIP
{{{Babyruth}}}I am so sorry, I know how hard this is. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Don't forget you have a lot of people here that understand and are here for you.

Wargod

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 10:55 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Aw, BR, I'm so sorry. I hope you and Sweetpea are doing alright, though I know this is a very difficult time for you.

{{{{{BR, Sweatpea, & Jessie}}}}}

Scootersmom

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 11:17 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Babyruth, I am so sorry.
{{{Babyrtuh, Ms. Sweetpea, Jessie}}}

Jeep

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 11:23 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Babyruth, I'm so sorry to hear what happen yesterday. I know how it hurts and I'm about one inch away from the same situation with my Birdie. I cry just thinking what's going to happen. You are in my thoughts today.

Juju2bigdog

Friday, January 17, 2003 - 02:32 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
{{{{Babyruth and MsSweetPea}}}}