Cat being PTS tomorrow

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My little lady is being pts tomorrow morning and I am bits. She's so very sad and poorly but I still feel guilty and worried that I'm doing the wrong thing.

It's her last night on earth tonight, we are giving her whatever lovely food she might want which isn't much, she won't let us cuddle her or sit on our laps anymore.

Is there anything you wished you had done on the last day your cat was with you that you diddnt? I'm so unprepared for what's going to happen next

I’m so sorry. You can’t prepare for this. Will they let you go in with her.

I feel your pain. Ours was PTS on Boxing Day - unexpectedly so we couldn’t plan but I would just relish all the cuddles. They let us go in to have some time before, during and after. It’s horrible and I’m sending lots of unmumsnetty hugs

Yes they will let us go in with her when it happens, I don't know what to expect really, she's the first cat I have had to do this with.

We ate laughing because all
We want to do is snuggle with her on the sofa but she is adamant she doesn't want to be anywhere near us!

They’ll know what to do, you’ll just cuddle her while she drifts off. It’s ok to cry.

Take tissue and don’t drive straight home, calm yourselves first.

I've always found it very peaceful OP, and have always stayed with them until the end.The vet has always been lovely and allowed me to have a few minutes after with them to say goodbye.It's never been dramatic or traumatic i found.Sorry you are going through this.💐

Sorry meant to say it's never been dramatic ....

I had pre planned exactly what I wanted to happen. It made it so much easier when the time came. I took my girls sister as although they didn't particularly like each other. They did comfort each other when needed. It also helped her understand what was happening as she saw her body and never looked for her.
It was extremely peaceful and dignified.

The only thing that upset me was when her head flopped back. It didn't occur to me to support her head. But having her cuddled In my arms was lovely.

This is all really helpful. Thankyou. I'm such a mess right now

I took great comfort from what a peaceful death it was. Hopefully you will too. If only it could be like that for humans.

Also decide what you want to do with her afterwards. Individual cremation/ take her home etc.

I'm so sorry. I think everyone has given good advice.

Xxxxxxxxx

Aww I'm so sorry OP.

I agree with what the others have said - it's surprisingly peaceful and they just slip away.

As toddlertea says, decide what you want to do with her ashes. I was a bit overwhelmed with the options the first time (individual cremation? group cremation? do you want her ashes back? if so, in what type of container - a scatter box, an urn etc etc).

One bit of advice I'd give is to put all of her "things" (collar, bowl, toys etc) away in a box or bag BEFORE you go to the vet, it's 100 times worse if you leave it until you get back. You can go through them at a later date when you feel up to it.

All the best to you, it's awful for us, but remember that you're doing the best thing for your wee pal xx

When I had to have my dog PTS, I did the same as you with food, gave him all his favourites, I stayed awake all night cuddling him.

I also took a fur clipping and did a paw print.

It's so difficult, thoughts are with you

Also collecting the ashes was much more upsetting than I thought it would be. But the box was quite nice. The receptionist insisted I take them after my appointment with the other cat, I thought I'd be ok but was in bits.

If you can get a good photo or a paw print. There is a company that will make necklaces and key rings etc. I have a key ring with my pairs paw prints on. And they sign their Christmas cards with their own stamp.

I'm so sorry for you OP - it may be best to ask the vet to administer a sedative before the main injection so your cat doesn't know about getting prodded about or being handled too much. Big hugs for tomorrow

Sending a virtual hand hold. Treasure the time you have left and know you are doing the kindest thing for her in the end.

Hand hold for you today OP.

In time you will remember them and smile.

Thankyou all. We have just got home from leaving her at the crematorium. It was very peaceful but leaving her behind about broke the pair of us. My other cats don't seem tk have spotted she's missing just yet.

Thinking of you, hope you manage to get some sleep tonight.

Thinking of you. So sorry

So sorry