Author Topic: R.I.P. (Read 317120 times)

knny187 · « **Reply #100 on:** November 27, 2007, 02:11:56 PM »

"Murphy" 11/26/07

Murphy had an interesting life...but I feel it was a good as it gets for a cat. He was my g/f's cat & we decided last night it was time. He was around 14 years old & for the most part, was in excellent shape. He was recused from a shelter when he was about 6 months old by my g/f's brother. They had him for about 12 years until one day he started messing in the house. Nobody was exactly sure why, but it may had to do that they recently had a couple of kids & he was acting out. So, my g/f adopted him & within the first couple of months.....went blind. His one eye had a detached lens & the other completely hazed over...but after $700+ of running tests...they couldn't really determined what happened. The Vets & specialists recommended surgery or he needed to be put down. Surgery was going to cost $2500-$3000. My girlfriend only had him a few months & although she was very torn, couldn't afford to spend anymore money on him. She figured that as long as he was comfortable & happy (pain free)...that she was going to hold off.
He adjusted very well being blind believe it or not. He didn't really seem to be in alot of pain, but it's so hard to really know. He would sit there sometimes with one eye closed or he would bury his head somewhere. Other days....he was very loving & loved attention (even from the dog). I guess his blindness made him more humble & friendly as everyone says he used to bite a lot when he was younger.
I didn't know him very long...but makes no difference. I miss him alot & am very sad to see him gone. We feel the right choice was made...but it still sucks. Here's a picture of him before he went blind:

ripitupbaby · « **Reply #101 on:** November 27, 2007, 03:56:33 PM »

I'm sorry to hear that kenny.

I'm sure you guys did the right thing.
Murphy was very cute. Sounds like he had a good life for the most part.

Butterbean · « **Reply #102 on:** November 27, 2007, 04:49:20 PM »

so very sorry

Quote from: ripitupbaby on November 27, 2007, 03:56:33 PM

Sounds like he had a good life for the most part.

you can tell he did...he was allowed on the counter

knny187 · « **Reply #103 on:** November 27, 2007, 05:01:24 PM »

well....it's just as an owner.....you worry & double guess quality of life....for your own personal reasons instead of whats reality.

Butterbean · « **Reply #104 on:** November 27, 2007, 05:35:50 PM »

Quote from: knny187 on November 27, 2007, 05:01:24 PM

well....it's just as an owner.....you worry & double guess quality of life....for your own personal reasons instead of whats reality.

Yes, but I've heard that cats don't exhibit their pain much more so than other domestic animals (don't know how true that is but from personal experience it seems spot on) .

And of course you question yourself. But you did the right thing and after several months you will start to realize it. I'm so sorry knny. Please give your gf our condolences as well.

gtbro1 · « **Reply #105 on:** November 27, 2007, 05:37:37 PM »

knny187 · « **Reply #106 on:** November 27, 2007, 05:44:08 PM »

Quote from: STella on November 27, 2007, 05:35:50 PM

Yes, but I've heard that cats don't exhibit their pain much more so than other domestic animals (don't know how true that is but from personal experience it seems spot on) .

And of course you question yourself. But you did the right thing and after several months you will start to realize it. I'm so sorry knny. Please give your gf our condolences as well.

the sucky part....is he kept purring.

Everyone kept saying "wow he's motoring"

the only thing that was reassuring is he kept burring his head against my girlfriend to relieve the pressure in his eyes when people would leave the room.

My girlfriends normal vet is now over 80 miles away. We didn't want to stress the cat with that far of a drive cuz he really hates car rides. On a scale of 1-10....he's a 9.8

So this Vet (of course) wanted to run more tests even though her other Vet faxed her all of his documentation.

Needless to say....it wasn't a fun experience.

Butterbean · « **Reply #107 on:** November 27, 2007, 05:55:09 PM »

Quote from: knny187 on November 27, 2007, 05:44:08 PM

the sucky part....is he kept purring.

Everyone kept saying "wow he's motoring"

the only thing that was reassuring is he kept burring his head against my girlfriend to relieve the pressure in his eyes when people would leave the room.

Here are some comments I just found on purring on yahoo.com re: purring:
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Purring isn't always a sign of happiness.

It can also be a sign of unrest, pain, being upset or being angry. Are their ears pinned back when they do this?

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Purring is an indication that the cat is not a threat, rather than a sign of happiness. The swishing tail is a sign of being peeved about something.

So the two can go together.....not happy, but not going to attack you because of it

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fried_tc is quite correct, the fact that a cat is purring does not necessarily mean it is happy or content.

If a cat is purring and clawing the ground it could be a way for them to relieve stress, discomfort or simply a way for them to comfort themselves.

I have had cats as pets and I always used to think that when they purred and lightly stroked the ground with their paws it meant they were happy and content, This is quite often not the case.

For more information on the reason cats purr please visit:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Purr

or;

http://cats.about.com/cs/catmanagement10...

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Cats will sometimes purr to comfort themselves. So it is not uncommon for cats that have been run over to purr, it helps to calm them down.
If your cat is not in pain then it could just be that they are upset about something and they are trying to make themselves feel better.
3 months ago
Source(s):
Kate and her partner co-write http://www.our-happy-cat.com a site full of further cat care and cat health topics. As well as being a feline friendly community site for happy cat and a happy owner.

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knny187 · « **Reply #108 on:** November 27, 2007, 06:02:35 PM »

I tell you one thing...his little white ears were hot pink & very warm

It's very weird when they "pass"....

everything is still warm & soft....but there's no tightness in the muscles

ripitupbaby · « **Reply #109 on:** November 28, 2007, 04:59:59 AM »

Quote from: STella on November 27, 2007, 04:49:20 PM

you can tell he did...he was allowed on the counter

Awwwwwww....

Max_Rep · « **Reply #110 on:** November 29, 2007, 11:20:13 AM »

I'm sorry to hear about Murphy knny. It's always a tough decision. I'm sure you did the right thing.

knny187 · « **Reply #111 on:** November 30, 2007, 10:11:38 AM »

Thanks Guys

~flower~ · « **Reply #112 on:** December 05, 2007, 12:58:44 PM »

Quote from: knny187 on November 27, 2007, 02:11:56 PM

"Murphy" 11/26/07

Sorry to hear this knny, my condolences to you and your girl.

Murphy had similar markings to a cat I had growing up, Clifford (Cliffy cat), like butterscotch colored.

knny187 · « **Reply #113 on:** December 05, 2007, 03:11:20 PM »

Sucky part....is one of the Vet Tech's was saying how cute he was when she walked in.

Talk about making you feel like crap.

Freakzilla_2 · « **Reply #114 on:** December 18, 2007, 09:10:05 PM »

When I started reading this thread I thought about my yellow lab named Max. Max was 13 when he passed, and I had him half of my life. I still have a pic of him on my fridge.

Damnit, I always get chocked up when I think about him.....

Freak

Butterbean · « **Reply #115 on:** December 19, 2007, 10:35:11 AM »

Quote from: Freakzilla_2 on December 18, 2007, 09:10:05 PM

When I started reading this thread I thought about my yellow lab named Max. Max was 13 when he passed, and I had him half of my life. I still have a pic of him on my fridge.

Damnit, I always get chocked up when I think about him.....

Freak

Sorry to hear about that Freak.

Hope you are well though..haven't seen you around much!

EL Mariachi · « **Reply #116 on:** December 24, 2007, 09:56:59 PM »

I feel for you guys, cant imagine how (L)-broken you are for your loss

soflagirl · « **Reply #117 on:** January 03, 2008, 10:06:16 AM »

Hi guys,

I don't post often, but in the past have read the R.I.P. board and knew that all of you who have gone through the lost of a beloved pet would understand how I'm feeling, losing a pet is just as bad as losing a person. I'm a WRECK....

I had to put my 13year old Weimaraner to sleep on New Year's Eve, it was a shock because for thirteen she was in good shape or so I thought. Turns out she had some sort of blood cancer, she was doing great on Christmas Eve and one week later she was gone.

Thanks for listening, I'll miss my Grey Girl horribly!!!!!
Soflagirl

Butterbean · « **Reply #118 on:** January 03, 2008, 02:28:03 PM »

Soflagirl, so sorry to hear about your girl passing

If you feel like it, please post up some of her pics but if not, no worries.
All I can say is I'm so sorry and that time makes things less painful. Sorry for your loss

Mercury Girl · « **Reply #119 on:** January 03, 2008, 06:38:06 PM »

Beautiful pictures and lovely thoughts, everyone.

My condolences to all of you.

soflagirl · « **Reply #120 on:** January 04, 2008, 06:31:00 AM »

Stella, thank you for your kind words. Yes, I'm sure I'll be crying off and on for a very long time. It was not an easy decision to put her to sleep, but I told my self that when the time came that I wouldn't be selfish and make my girls suffer. I still have a 15yr old German Shepard who is my faithful companion and wise old soul with me, she has been looking for her sister, which is really tough to watch, they were together for 13 yrs. Thanks again for you thoughts, they are much appreciated.
Soflagirl

knny187 · « **Reply #121 on:** January 04, 2008, 10:33:44 AM »

No words of advice....don't think there is any....

but we've all been there....& just remeber the good times.

~flower~ · « **Reply #122 on:** January 08, 2008, 03:25:49 PM »

My little bald old man Tino was put to rest today. He put up a good fight against the lymphoma and adrenal disease he was diagnosed with last April, but the cancer recently spread to his bones. I had over 9-1/2 years of joy with Tino. I hope he is healthy and happy playing with his buds now and is reunited with Simon who passed last April.

I'm going to miss you my lil Tino-Beano.

Tino in his younger days, he was such a handsome boy:

ripitupbaby · « **Reply #123 on:** January 08, 2008, 05:01:30 PM »

Awwwwww so sorry flower.
RIP Tino.

knny187 · « **Reply #124 on:** January 08, 2008, 05:16:50 PM »

Sorry to hear