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Cat Forum / Cat Anecdotes / February 2006Romeo has gone.
My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. Romeo's condition had deteriorated drastically. He had become anaemic and his red blood cell count had dropped from 19% on saturday, to 13% yesterday (tuesday). His chest cavity was filled with fluid and consequently he had great difficulty breathing. To survive even a short time he would have had to have his chest cavity drained of fluid on a daily basis and he would have had to have a blood transfusion immediately. Even with these measures he would not have survived much longer. His illness was probably caused by FIP (although it wasn't confirmed because I wouldn't allow more testing.) After him having been tested, poked, prodded, x-rayed and ultra-sounded for the past three days, I didn't want my sweet Romeo to go through any more pain. I made the decision to let him go with dignity. Mia and I were with him till the end. It was probably the most difficult thing I've ever had to do. (I'm still crying as I write this.) He was my sweet Mamma's Boy, and Mia and I miss him terribly. Rest in Peace my darling boy, I'll love you always. Purrs to all, and please give your kitties each a hug for me. Flippy in Melbourne, Australia. Catpage: http://www.flippyscatpage.com Cat Stuff: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/kittystuff/ Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 18 lines] > > Purrs to all, and please give your kitties each a hug for me. I'm so so sorry, Flippy & Mia. Romeo was a beautiful, affectionate boy, and he will be missed. *Hugs* Yowie > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. I'm so sorry! What a shock. He was pretty young, wasn't he? Only 4 or 5 years old if I remember right. FIP is like that, it takes cats when they're still young. That's such a tragedy. Purrs for you and the rest of your human and feline family as you mourn Romeo. Joyce I'm so very sorry, Flippy. It's night here in UK, and I've just lit a candle in memory of Romeo.. gentle *hugs* helen s > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. SO sorry to learn this. All the empathy in the world at this awful time. Gordon (who just 1 year ago lost his darling boy Pericles to FIP aged just 6) & the FF, who will be purring for you. I'm so sorry, Flippy! =o( I was hoping Romeo would pull through. But if it helps, I think you made the right decision for him. I hope his passage over the bridge was gentle, and I'm sure he'll be waiting for you on the far side. Melissa > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html This is such sad news, but you made the right decision. I do consider it the final gift of love when a decision is made to spare our wonderful feline friends from needless suffering -- and when we stay with our furbabies to the very end, as you did. You are in pain, but you have seen to it that Romeo is not. MaryL So sorry Flippy. Suz&Spicey I am so very sorry to read this about Romeo, dear Flippy. I know how you feel. Hugs!!! Elisabet >My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, >at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] >Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ >Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html <gentle snip> > He was my sweet Mamma's Boy, and Mia and I miss him terribly. > Rest in Peace my darling boy, I'll love you always. > > Purrs to all, and please give your kitties each a hug for me. We're sending condolences and headbutts. I'm so sorry for your loss. We were pulling for him.  SignatureCheryl > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. > > Flippy in Melbourne, Australia. I'm so very sorry to hear this. You have my sincere condolences. Jill > > Flippy in Melbourne, Australia. > > I'm so very sorry to hear this. You have my sincere condolences. Purrs for your comfort and Romeo's crossing. --Fil i'm soooo sorry,hugs from me, & headbutts from Maggie & Oreo. SignatureBLESSED ARE THOSE WHO LOVE CATS,FOR THEY SHALL NEVER BE LONELY > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html Purrs for your broken heart and a candle will be lit tonight to help guide Romeo on his way to the bridge. SignatureHugs, CatNipped See all my masters at: http://www.PossiblePlaces.com/CatNipped/ > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Romeo. We will light a special candle for his safe journey to the RB. He and Jazz will be happy playing there forever. Lily & her mama, Lydia SignatureIrulan from the stars we come to the stars we return from now until the end of time > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html Purrs to you. This is a very hard time. :( > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. > He was my sweet Mamma's Boy, and Mia and I miss him terribly. Rest in > Peace > my darling boy, I'll love you always. > > Purrs to all, and please give your kitties each a hug for me. Done. Molly even allowed a few scritches while she had her lunch. Jo > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html "Rise up slowly, Angel. It's hard to let you go..." Sincere condolences. MLB > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 18 lines] > > Purrs to all, and please give your kitties each a hug for me. Oh, sweetie, I can't begin to express my sympathies. I am so, so, so sorry. If there is anything I can do, anything I can say............ E-mail me directly, I'm here for you. kili > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. I'm so sorry to hear that. We'll be thinking of you, Mia and the other furry ones. You loved him well. >My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, >at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. Poor Romeo! I felt that he would be able to make it at least short term, but it sounds like his condition was much more serious than I thought. At that point, he couldn't breathe, his blood couldn't carry oxygen - you did the right thing. Many hugs and purrs to you and Mia. It hurts to lose them so fast and young. You did the right thing by him, and he will be waiting for you at the Bridge. The pain will fade, and the love will heal you. Caroline S. > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 18 lines] > > Purrs to all, and please give your kitties each a hug for me. Oh, Flippy, I'm crying here with you. I am so sorry. You did the best thing for Romeo, but it's so hard to be left behind. Purrs and {{{{{Flippy and Mia}}}}} SignatureMarina, Miranda and Caliban. In loving memory of Frank and Nikki. marina (dot) kurten (at) iki (dot) fi Stories and pics at http://koti.welho.com/mkurten/ Pics at http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/frankiennikki/ and http://community.webshots.com/user/frankiennikki Oh, I'm so sorry Flippy! How very sad. Many hugs and purrs, SignatureBritta "There is no snooze button on a cat who wants breakfast." -- Unknown Check out pictures of Vino at: http://photos.yahoo.com/badwilson click on the Vino album > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html > He was my sweet Mamma's Boy, and Mia and I miss him terribly. Rest in Peace > my darling boy, I'll love you always. I am so very sorry for your loss. It's always heartbreaking to lose one of our little ones. Purrs for your heart to heal with time. Take comfort in the thought that Romeo is back to full health, getting the grand tour of the RB by the rpca gang. > Purrs to all, and please give your kitties each a hug for me. Will do. SignatureVictor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam here: uce@ftc.gov Email me here: pistorLITTER@BOXaustin.rr.com >My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, >at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] >Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ >Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html Oh Flippy, I'm so very terribly sorry to hear this! I was praying it was 'just' some sort of infection which would respond to treatment. Purrs and a candle (burning now; it's night in N. America) for Romeo, and more purrs for you and Mia. I know the horrible loss you and Mia are living with; I've lost two kittys, but both were quite a bit older :-( Per (purr?) your request, I've hugged and scritched Kenzie into a little frenzy; I'm going to give her a sardine in a little while; it's her very favorite treat, and she gets them very rarely; I bought a can several weeks ago, for a very special occasion; I think this is it. I'd like to think that Romeo is getting *his* most favorite treat, at the Bridge, right now, too! ~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Life without cats would be only marginally worth living." -TC, and the unmercifully, relentlessly, sweet calico kitty, Kenzie. How you behave towards cats here below determines your status in Heaven. - Robert Heinlein Life is very difficult. Once you understand that, life becomes easier. -Buddha I am so sorry for your loss. S. > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html I'm so sorry to hear this, Flippy. You have my condolences. Sandy > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. Big hugs to you and Mia and a candle for Romeo. I'm so sorry. Susan M Otis and Chester I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers, hugsa and purrs from my whole family 2 legged and four legged > He was my sweet Mamma's Boy, and Mia and I miss him terribly. Rest in Peace > my darling boy, I'll love you always. > > Purrs to all, and please give your kitties each a hug for me. > > Flippy in Melbourne, Australia. I'm very sorry. I know he had a wonderful life but it can never be long enough for those of us who love them. Candace > > He was my sweet Mamma's Boy, and Mia and I miss him terribly. Rest in Peace > > my darling boy, I'll love you always. The staff here think I've got another cold because my eyes are streaming...Hugs to you, Mia and your Furballs Lesley Slave of the Fabulous Furballs I am so very sorry, Flippy - we were sending you silent purrs here for a good outcome but are so sad that it wasn't the case. Rest in peace Romeo - you will see him again at RB. ((((((((Flippy & Mia))))))))) Deb & the gang of four xxx Signaturehttp://www.scientific-art.com "He looked a fierce and quarrelsome cat, but claw he never would; He only bit the ones he loved, because they tasted good." S. Greenfield > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 26 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html I'm so terribly sorry, Flippy, hugs and purrs for you and Mia, I will light a candle for Romeo. :-( SignatureAdrian (Owned by Snoopy and Bagheera) A House is not a home, without a cat. http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk Flippy, I'm so sorry for you and Mia. My gang will be purring for Romeo's crossing to the Bridge. (((Flippy & Mia))) Dear Flippy and Mia, I'm so very, very sorry for your loss -- please know we're thinking of you and Mia during this time of heartache and the kids and I will light a candle for Romeo's journey. You both did all your best for him and especially at the end. At the RB, he'll be watching over you with all our other loved fur friends... many, many hugs and much love, Christine > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html >My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, >at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 16 lines] >He was my sweet Mamma's Boy, and Mia and I miss him terribly. Rest in Peace >my darling boy, I'll love you always. Waves of purrs coming at you. Theresa Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh My Blog: http://www.humanitas.blogspot.com Make Levees, Not War Flippy, I am sad to hear that Romeo passed away. He has been in my thoughts and I wondered how he was. I'm sorry that it turned out he was so sick. You made the right decision to help him on his way to Rainbow Bridge. Purrs for his gentle passing and an easy transition to the next step. Hugs and healing thoughts for your and Mia. Debbie dberry@mitre.org > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html We are so sorry. There comes a point when you know what you have to do. Lots of hugs and purrs to you and Mia Tweed, Kitty Farmcat & Boyfriend > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html >My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, >at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] >Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ >Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html {{{{{{{{{{Flippy}}}}}}}}}}}}}} {{{{{{{{{{{{{Mia}}}}}}}}}}}}}} It broke my heart to see this heading just now, and then to read what happened. I am so sorry Romeo had to go to The Bridge. I know he was a very special cat, and all of us here will always remember him. My heart goes out to you in this painful time. Please know that we are with you in spirit. Blessings, Ginger-lyn Home Pages: http://www.moonsummer.com http://www.angelfire.com/folk/glsummer (homepage & cats) http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~summer/index.htm (genealogy) http://www.movieanimals.bravehost.com/ (The Violence Against Animals in Movies Website) >>My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at >>5:35pm, >>at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. Purrs and prayers for Romeo's journey to the Rainbow Bridge. We are so sorry it was his time to go. Many more purrs and prayers of comfort and healing for the aching hearts of Flippy and Mia. Thank you for sharing the lives of your wonderful cats with us. And thank you for telling us to go and hug each of our pets loveingly. What a beautiful tribuite. Charleen > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html I'm so, so sorry to hear this. You did the very best you could for Romeo. It is so very hard to let them go! We are thinking of you and Mia, sending lots of purrs and hugs, Polonca and Soncek Purrs for you and your family. Ann Signatureread Sam's blog at http://kittens-3.blogspot.com/ see pictures of Sam at http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/ann791/my_photos > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. Oh hon, I'm so sorry. My thoughts are with you and Mia and the rest of the family. Love Jeanette > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday <snip sad details> {{{{{ Flippy }}}}} Deepest sympathies and comforting purrs to you. We didn't know Romeo in this earthly life but we know from your words that he was a wonderful boy and look forward to meeting him when we cross the bridge. > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital.//// Oh Flippy. Words can't express how very, very sorry I am to hear this. We'll light a candle for his safe journey to the bridge. {{{{{HUGS & Many Tears}}}}} Helen M > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html Candle lit for Romeo and purrs of comfort for you and Mia. SignatureSam, closely supervised by Mistletoe I'm so sorry to hear about Romeo. He was a very special companion. Jane >My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, >at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. I'm so sorry for your loss! :o( Prayers and purrs of condolence are headed your way. Few things in life match the heartache of the moment when we realize that the only thing more difficult than asking the vet to facilitate a trip to the Bridge, is seeing our beloved pet continue to suffer. I know you did the right thing. Donna Although it doesn't seem nearly enough, please accept my deepest condolences and all our purrs for you and Romeo. I'm so sorry Flippy. Hazel Az > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html My dear Flippy, many purrs and condolences for the loss of your sweetheart Romeo. I've read so many delightful stories of him over the past year or so, I'm sure he'll be up there telling some fine tales to the little ones across the bridge. I read the story of Romeo speaking from across the ethers while at work, lied about having an allergy to someone's perfume that makes me tear up, and thought what a wonderful tribute it was to a fellow who must have been quite a charmer. And he's right, the other little ones do need you to hang on and they need more time in this place before going into retirement. Just think how happy you all will be when you get to spend your forever golden years in the place where it's always sweet breezes and the catnip's always abundant. We have four kitties purring loudly for your healing heart. Blessed be, Baha > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, > at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > Other Items: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/otheritems/ > Catpage Donations: http://www.flippyscatpage.com/donate.html >My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at 5:35pm, >at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. Many purrs for those left behind, and lighting a candle for his journey. <snip> >After him having been tested, poked, prodded, x-rayed and ultra-sounded for >the past three days, I didn't want my sweet Romeo to go through any more [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] >He was my sweet Mamma's Boy, and Mia and I miss him terribly. Rest in Peace >my darling boy, I'll love you always. Well, I just posted this poem, but it fits here, too, perhaps better since Betty still has more good days than bad, and hopefully will beat the big C. It's from http://www.homeranimals.com/rainbow.htm and deserves a TW IF I SHOULD GROW FRAIL If it should be that I grow frail and weak And pain does keep me from my sleep, Then will you do what must be done for this - the last battle - can't be won. You will be sad, I understand, But don't let grief then stay your hand. For on this day, more than the rest Your love and friendship must stand the test. We have had so many happy years, You wouldn't want me to suffer so. When the time comes, please, let me go. Take me to where my needs they'll tend, Only, stay with me till the end. And hold me firm and speak to me Until my eyes no longer see. I know in time you will agree It is a kindness you do to me. Although my tail its last has waved, From pain and suffering I have been saved. Don't grieve that it must now be you Who has to decide this thing to do. We've been so close - we two - these years, Don't let your heart hold any tears. SignatureSteve Touchstone, faithful servant of Sammy, Little Bit and Spot with loving memories of Rocky (RB) stouchst@JUNKsirinet.net [remove Junk for email] Home Page: http://www.sirinet.net/~stouchst/index.html Cat Pix: http://www.sirinet.net/~stouchst/animals.html > My sweet, darling Romeo passed away yesterday (tuesday) afternoon at > 5:35pm, at the Lort Smith Animal Hospital. Belated purrs for you and your sweet Romeo. Signaturemonique, who spoils Oscar unmercifully pictures: http://www.bounceswoosh.org/rpca |
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