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Cat Forum / Health and Behavior / April 2005Jackie's gone
I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in her ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why she was ripping her ear apart. It was itching her and was only going to get worse. That's why she was off balance (well, more than normal) and she was likely nauseous and was having trouble eating. Could I give her something to relieve the nausea and itching? No. He said that bringing her back home would only extend her suffering. I held her as he injected the sedative and when she was asleep I laid her on the table and he injected the final drug. I only had her nine months but she was a really determined little critter and tough as nails. I still remember her slugging Espy when he hissed at her that first time. Boy was Espy surprised. I'm really going to miss her funny walk and sad little face. I hope I didn't wait too long. I promised her a good place to die and I think she enjoyed the ending of her life. And she died with someone who really loved her. Espy was confused when I came home with an empty carrier. He kept looking inside it. But then I opened the back door and he went out with Nipsy and they're running around the yard as I'm typing this. Goodbye Jackie, you were really something special. And thanks to everyone here for your advice and caring. I put together a few pictures at http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. Dave > I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in > her ear and that there was nothing that could be done. God I'm so sorry. I have followed Jackie's story from the very beginning, and I know how much you loved her. Know that you gave her the final, greatest gift you could. I am crying for her, and for your loss. > I only had her nine months but she was a really determined little > critter and tough as nails. I still remember her slugging Espy when he [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > the ending of her life. And she died with someone who really loved > her. This is truly a great thing to do for a sweet little old cat lady. Thanks for sharing her story with us, Dave. You're a good man. > I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in > her ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > I put together a few pictures at > http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. Aw, I'm sorry. But at least you wound up getting a diagnosis, & now know what was going on w/ her ear. Only nine months that you had Jackie? Wow - seems longer than that to me, but to you might well seem shorter. Cathy > Dave > Goodbye Jackie, you were really something special. And thanks to > everyone here for your advice and caring. > > I put together a few pictures at > http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. I am so sorry :( I've been following Jackie's story since you saw her in that pet store. Jackie was very fortunate that you came along and gave her so much love and care. I know it's small comfort, but at least you were able to find out what was causing some of her problems finally. Goodbye Jackie.  Signature-Kelly kelly at farringtons dot net "Wake up, and smell the cat food" -TMBG I am really sorry to hear this. You have my condolences. Sue >I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in > her ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why [quoted text clipped - 26 lines] > > Dave Oh no. This is so unexpected and I am so sorry she is gone. :-( Megan Signature"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." -Edmund Burke Learn The TRUTH About Declawing http://www.stopdeclaw.com Zuzu's Cats Photo Album: http://www.PictureTrail.com/zuzu22 "Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way." - W.H. Murray > I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in her > ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why she was [quoted text clipped - 23 lines] > I put together a few pictures at > http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. "Rise up slowly, Angel. It's hard to let you go..." MLB > > I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in her > > ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why she was > > ripping her ear apart. It was itching her and was only going to get worse. > > That's why she was off balance (well, more than normal) and she was likely > > nauseous and was having trouble eating. Could I give her something to > > relieve the nausea and itching? No. This is breaking my heart! It sounds like the same thing Fugazi had. I've been following Jackie's story and rooting for her all the way and now just a day after the an anniversary of losing Fugazi this has happened!!!! I am sitting here crying... Lesley (Slave of the Fabulous Furballs) > This is breaking my heart! It sounds like the same thing Fugazi had. > I've been following Jackie's story and rooting for her all the way and > now just a day after the an anniversary of losing Fugazi this has > happened!!!! > >I just realised because of the time difference I read this the day after it was sent- so it was 6 years to the day between Jackie and Fugazi and they both had the same thing! Or so it looks, Fugazi lost her sense of balance and had a tumour in her ear so it sounds like it I need several drinks and a large box of tissues now! Lesley Slave of the Fabulous Furballs > > > I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in her > > > ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why she was [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > I am sitting here crying... She really was a pretty little tabby, and she had such a sweet expression. I wonder what her life was like before Dave rescued her? In any case, he took good care of her in her last months. Very few people would adopt an older cat and get her such good vet care. I'm really sorry to hear this. But gosh, she had a real HOME for the last months of her life. It was fate, because no one else would never have done everything you did for her, or chances were slim anyway. That doesn't make it easier but it is sure nice to know that she got a life of love and caring. She knew family. (((((hugs))))) Karen > I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in > her ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why [quoted text clipped - 24 lines] > I put together a few pictures at > http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. Oh Dave, I am *SO* sorry to hear that! I know how your heart is breaking and I wish there was something I could say to help. I can only say you gave Jackie such good care and love that you've surely earned your place in heaven for the sacrifices you've made for her during the time you had her! Hugs, CatNipped > Dave > I came home and took her to the vet. <snip> Awww...that's tough. hugs to you, and I know she's at the RB waiting for you. -L. > Goodbye Jackie, you were really something special. And thanks to > everyone here for your advice and caring. > > I put together a few pictures at > http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. I'd seen pics of Jackie before - maybe on abpa?, so initially replied before looking at the ones of this link. Cute ones of her - esp. looking out from the bottom part of the tower, 'driving her boat', & the profile pic; and Nipsy's a cutie, too. Cathy > Dave >I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in > her ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why [quoted text clipped - 26 lines] > > Dave What a sweet looking kitty she was. It sounds like she had a wonderful home and family. I am so sorry for your loss. > Goodbye Jackie, you were really something special. And thanks to > everyone here for your advice and caring. > > I put together a few pictures at > http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. Dave, I'm so sorry. You gave her anyone could for the short time she was blessed to be with you. SignatureCheryl "The clever cat eats cheese and breathes down rat holes with baited breath." - W.C. Fields > I put together a few pictures at > http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. What a sweetie. :( Signaturehttp://www.slywy.com/ > I promised her a good place to die and I think she enjoyed > the ending of her life. And she died with someone who really loved [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > I put together a few pictures at > http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. I'm very sorry, Dave, you kept your promise to her and I'm sure she enjoyed the last 9 months very much. You loved her and did all you could for her and you have such a nice setup for your kitties, how could she be anything but happy? She loved you, too, I'm sure. Candace Dave, I just wandered into here recently. I looked up some of your more recent posts and looked at the pictures. She was a cutie! I especially like the one with her in the box and Nipsy on top. I'm so sorry. It's such a hard thing to do, but you're a good person for keeping your promise to her. -- Tony > I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in > her ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > the ending of her life. And she died with someone who really loved > her. I'm very sorry. Indeed she was very lucky to die with someone who really loved her. The only human contact many cats have is the person ending their lives. Condolences, Phil "Phil P." <phil@maxshouse.com> wrote : > I'm very sorry. Indeed she was very lucky to die with someone who really > loved her. The only human contact many cats have is the person ending their > lives. Ah, gad, Phil. That's a heart shredder. Sad, very sad. Perhaps she will meet my Sapphire while they wait for us. -- Barb Of course I don't look busy, I did it right the first time. >Sad, very sad. Perhaps she will meet my Sapphire while they wait for us. There are going to be a lot of furballs waiting for us. I hope I don't have to feed them all. > >Sad, very sad. Perhaps she will meet my Sapphire while they wait for us. > > There are going to be a lot of furballs waiting for us. I hope I don't > have to feed them all. <G> For some strange reason, the old song my grandfather used to play when he was goofing around comes to mind--it went "In Heaven there is no beer--that's why we drink beer here." Maybe it's the same with cat food. There are going to be a lot of furballs waiting for us. I hope I don't have to feed them all. Right, and I hope all the furballs I've had all my life get along with each other. My cats tend to hate other cats. -- Barb Of course I don't look busy, I did it right the first time. >There are going to be a lot of furballs waiting for us. I hope I don't >have to feed them all. > >Right, and I hope all the furballs I've had all my life get along with each >other. My cats tend to hate other cats. I think that the Rainbow Bridge is supposed to get them all contented with each other. I forgot to say one thing about Jackie. She had the loudest purr per pound (PPP) that I ever heard. I almost never heard another sound out of her. I would see her mouth move like she was meowing but nothing came out. Like she didn't actually have enough air or strength to really push it out. But she would climb on the bed and just start purring and it was like a lawnmower started up. Nipsy will lie by my side and Espy will watch from the night table, but Jackie would climb on my chest and just purr away sticking her face into my chin. Of course she was also either dripping or drooling. I can put away the baby wipes now. > >There are going to be a lot of furballs waiting for us. I hope I don't > >have to feed them all. [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > I forgot to say one thing about Jackie. She had the loudest purr per > pound (PPP) that I ever heard. Jackie always looked & sounded (in posts) like such a sweetie! I like this: PPP. :-) Cathy I almost never heard another sound out > of her. I would see her mouth move like she was meowing but nothing > came out. Like she didn't actually have enough air or strength to [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > course she was also either dripping or drooling. I can put away the > baby wipes now. > Goodbye Jackie, you were really something special. And thanks to > everyone here for your advice and caring. > > I put together a few pictures at > http://sonicechoes.gotdns.org/jackie/. I am SO sorry for your loss. I couldn't help any, but lurking around it was obvious how very much you loved her. My condolences. Signature-- ~kaeli~ In democracy your vote counts. In feudalism your count votes. http://www.ipwebdesign.net/wildAtHeart http://www.ipwebdesign.net/kaelisSpace Dave, I'm so sorry for your loss. Priscilla > I came home and took her to the vet. He said that there was a tumor in > her ear and that there was nothing that could be done. That was why [quoted text clipped - 26 lines] > > Dave So sorry to hear this {{{{Jackie}}}}}} Alison |
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