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alexthecat said:
My greatest fear was that she would linger for months and I'd have to make a decision about whether it was time. Then I'd be second guessing that. I feel like she made the decision for me and I'm grateful for that.

Our civvie died in August. It's lonely with both of them gone, but I'm glad they are together now. Paddy is free of his arthritis and Cleo has regained her eyesight!
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Wow, I am so, SO sorry for the loss off your beautiful girl. I’ve just gone through it so I definitely understand. Many hugs.

I know losing a furry companion is difficult no matter how it happens. Sometimes I think when it’s sudden, it’s worse for us, but you’re absolutely right that when it happens quickly it’s better for them in a way. Frosty and I had a very difficult and painful 5 weeks together at the end. I know I made the decision too late, but it’s very difficult to predict. I know you did the absolute best for your girl- a selfless, kind thing. ❤️
 
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Frosty and I had a very difficult and painful 5 weeks together at the end. I know I made the decision too late, but it’s very difficult to predict. I know you did the absolute best for your girl- a selfless, kind thing. ❤️
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Years ago I had a kitty that I loved more than life. I held onto him too long. I was young and I thought he and I were both immortal, I guess. It's so hard! Losing a cat suddenly is hard. Holding on too long is hard. I knew Cleo's time was near, but it's still hard.

I do miss her already. Cleo knew that I owed her treats before and after every insulin injection. She would show up in the kitchen when she heard me unwrapping the syringe. Or a teabag, because teabags sound like syringes to a hopeful cat. It's weird making tea without her.
 
I don't think you're out of your mind at all.....I think your heart is guiding you.....As well as Cleo!!

If you feel it that strongly, I'm betting that Cleo is sending you a message that she's happy and she wants you to give the same loving home that she had to another kitty that needs one!!
 
You have a big heart and I give you credit. After what i went through with Frosty, I am not sure I will be able to adopt a senior kitty again any time soon. I am confident you will give her a great home. She is so lucky! You are doing a wonderful thing. I think she will bring you joy ❤️
 
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Well, I may be out of my mind, but I'm thinking of adoption. I found out about a 16-year-old Maine coon mix at a rescue near me. Her owner passed away unexpectedly and this poor kitty needs a home. Another kitty could never replace Cleo, but I do enjoy large, fluffy cats and I hate to think of a precious, old girl with no home of her own.
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That seem to be a meant to be gift for the pair of you.
Poor old girl left without her person. Beyond hard for her all round.
You're not bonkers at all. You are a smashing ace person with all the love and care in the world .:bighug:
 
First, I am sorry for your two losses, and so close together just isn't fair.

We adopted a 16 year old girl this February (since turned 17) after her elderly parent passed away. I saw her on Facebook, wasn't looking for a new kitty, but knew she needed us and sent in an application immediately. Sugar slept on my chest the very first night with her arms wrapped around my neck tight. I was in LOVE :kiss:

Follow your heart. For us, it's one of the best decisions we've made. It was our second senior adoption (Whisper was our first, he was senior and already diabetic), and we are pretty certain that this is what we are meant to do from now on. I've never felt more lucky than with these oldies!
 
I've been in contact with the foster mom. I am off work next week and the following, so we're trying to work out a time for me to come down. She lives about 2.5 hours from me.
 
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