Fred, Loss of my wife's other best friend Options

[Mywifescat]

My wife's cat Fred seems to be on his last legs. I feel very helpless. I love my animals, but my better half is mad for Fred. I have known my wife for 6 years, but she has had Fred for 14 years. I just don't want to get in the way of her last hours with him. I love him, I really do.

Should I stay away from them in these last hours? I feel like an intruder...

Thanks all.

[mosmommy]

I know that when I lost my Cosmo, I felt alone, but my boyfriend of 16 years, was also grieving. He just seemed to handle it better than me, and he seemed to be able to move on a little faster. At times, I know he thought that I didn't think he cared, but he let me know, often, that he did. I went to him when I was ready, and with his constant support, I feel I can go to him whenever I need to. Somedays, I want to be left alone, and other days, I want to reach out to him. Just let your wife know that you will be there ALWAYS, and when she is ready or she needs you, she will trust that she can come to you. Be prepared though, the grief process is long and hard, and there will be days that you will want her back happy, the way she was before the loss, but you will need to give her time, lots of time, and patience.
Peace, Love, and Prayers,
Michelle