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 My Heart Is Breaking |
 Jul 24 2006, 10:32 PM
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On Friday, I took my beloved best friend of 12 years, Tanji (aka Fluffy), to the vet. She hadn't really been eating for a few days and had been somewhat lethargic. Over the last several weeks, I had noticed that she had become even more loving then usual. She's been following me around and sitting next to me and sitting down in the middle of my mail as I was trying to organize it. By the way, Tanji is a cat.
Anyway, back to the worst experience I've had in quite some time; the vet. After examining her for about 2 minutes, he said he an unfortunately easy, yet disturbing diagnosis. She had a large tumor in her abdomen, more than likely cancerous because of her age. X-rays confirmed this, along with news that it looks as if it's spreading to her lungs. The only way to confirm if it is cancer is to perform exploratory surgery. If they determine it is at that time, then they recommend euthanization, as cancer and recovery from surgery don't really go together. He said she has 1 hour to 2 months to live. She could die anytime. So I decided to bring her home and let her live out her days in dignity, until I am forced to do otherwise. Why didn't I spend more time with her? Why didn't I get her to the vet sooner? Why was I annoyed when she sat in the middle of my mail? I think she knew she was dying, and tried to extend herself to me to the fullest in the previous weeks. I would give anything to relive these last few weeks with her. I love her so much. She never judged me and just loved me unconditionally. How do I stay strong for her? I have been crying for 4 days. |
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Jul 25 2006, 07:57 AM
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lovemytanjigirl, I'm so sorry for you and your Fluffy girl (I have a Fluffy at home too. Petite tabby). I know you'll do the right thing when the moment comes. Though it's easy to say rather than do, don't let yourself feel guilty. You have to remember animals are good at hiding when they don't feel good. It's their instinct. So unless she exhibited obvious symptoms (like not eating) you would not have known. Right now concentrate on the time you have left and keep a close eye on her pain level. When the time is right you will know.
Blessings to you and Fluffy. Chris -------------------- Moo - I miss your walrus kisses.
Rocky - What a gift it was to have you in in our lives. My heart aches daily for you and I can't wait to see you again. ...love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation."- Kahlil Gibran |
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lovemytanjigirl My Heart Is Breaking Jul 24 2006, 10:32 PM
ccheyssial My cat also had a tumor in his abdomen and I tried... Jul 25 2006, 12:06 AM Furry's mum You still have your beloved Fluffy, so spend every... Jul 25 2006, 12:27 AM ravenkiddy I am so sorry your Fluffy is sick. I know how hard... Jul 25 2006, 07:32 AM 5catsmom When my old cat Heidi was near the end, she would ... Jul 26 2006, 12:40 AM lovemytanjigirl Thank you everyone for your kind thoughts. Tanji ... Jul 26 2006, 08:42 AM ravenkiddy I know how painful this is for you. Peace is hard ... Jul 26 2006, 08:58 AM lovemytanjigirl She's leaving me. She's in the closet and... Jul 26 2006, 11:12 AM ravenkiddy I dont mean to make you upset, but I think its tim... Jul 26 2006, 11:26 AM ravenkiddy I found this am thought of you.
You're givin... Jul 26 2006, 11:41 AM 5catsmom I trust you to do the right thing - whether you ta... Jul 26 2006, 12:44 PM lovemytanjigirl Thank you so much for your kind thoughts today. I... Jul 26 2006, 12:54 PM 5catsmom Being stuffed in the carrier would also most likel... Jul 26 2006, 01:07 PM lovemytanjigirl I made the appointment. They're coming at 5:0... Jul 26 2006, 02:56 PM 5catsmom Please let me extend my condolensces to you for yo... Jul 26 2006, 08:27 PM lovemytanjigirl Hi Everyone,
Well, the mobile vet came by at 5:0... Jul 26 2006, 11:41 PM Ken Albin Expect some good and bad days over the next months... Jul 27 2006, 01:15 AM ravenkiddy I am so sorry for your loss....I wanted to replay ... Jul 27 2006, 08:04 AM lovemytanjigirl HI Everyone,
It's been a little over 22 hours... Jul 27 2006, 06:03 PM
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