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In reply to the discussion: This message was self-deleted by its author [View all]flashman13
(1,006 posts)33. You have my deepest sympathy. Unexpectedly losing your fur baby is a terrible shock.
I had a similar experience recently. My girlfriend came home after work and found our Redd Cat dead by the back door. We cried for days. I'm still not over it.
When our pets become old or ill we can prepare ourselves and comfort them in their last days. When they are young and healthy and just pass away, it is a terrible gut punch. I'm a little misty now. I'll send you a hug for comfort.
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I'm very sorry. Yes, 2025 is not starting well, but at least your kitty appeared to
hlthe2b
Jan 2
#2
I'm so sorry for your loss. There is a special place in our hearts for our little ones π that pass onπ
TommieMommy
Jan 2
#26
Gee-whiz! So sorry for your loss. It's so hard when we lose a pet, but especially so when
KPN
Jan 2
#31
You have my deepest sympathy. Unexpectedly losing your fur baby is a terrible shock.
flashman13
Jan 2
#33
So, so sad. One of our vets once said to me that we bring our animals into our lives knowing...
3catwoman3
Jan 2
#52