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Goodbye darling Cheddar.

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Toddlerteaplease · 14/04/2024 13:58

Am absolutely blindsided. Thought she has pain from Arthritis and had a bad reaction to Gabapentin. Took her to the OOH vet early this morning as she couldn't stand. And they just thought she had severe pain. Then she started fitting. She was referred to Neurology at a specialist hospital. But was too unstable to transfer. She was minimally conscious by the time I got there. But perked up when she saw me.
She was the most amazing, affectionate, cuddly cat you could ever meet. Such a huge personality. I thought we had years left. It'll be weird to be able to eat unmolested and have a bath in peace.

Goodbye darling Cheddar.
Goodbye darling Cheddar.
Goodbye darling Cheddar.
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thebear1 · 14/04/2024 19:58

So sorry for your loss of Cheddar.

ArnoldArnoldArnoldR · 14/04/2024 19:59

I'm so sorry for your loss - Cheddar was truly a one in a million girl ❤️

StopGo · 14/04/2024 20:00

Oh my, I am so sorry. RIP Cheddar xxxx

Anotherillnes · 14/04/2024 20:00

So sorry. As a non cat owner I love following the litter tray to get my fix of cat pictures and going ins. Cheddar had an amazing expressive face. RIP

AnotherFamilyNightmare · 14/04/2024 20:05

Nooooooo! Cheddar was a MN legend. Sorry for your loss 💐🧀

Toddlerteaplease · 14/04/2024 20:10

Watching TV without my cuddlechops Is just awful. Penelope only wants cuddles at night. Maybe she'll sit on my knee soon.

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MrsWhattery · 14/04/2024 20:12

Oh no I’m so sorry, you poor thing, I also thought all was well. Sleep well beautiful cheddar. Look after yourself OP.

Nevertoomanyfluffies · 14/04/2024 20:13

Oh no. I'm so sorry to hear your news. I loved to read about Cheddar, she seemed such a lovely character.

Guiltypleasures001 · 14/04/2024 20:14

Oh crap just seen this and in genuine shock Toddler
I'm so sorry, she was a beauty, so unfair I have no words x

learieonthewildmoor · 15/04/2024 04:31

Oh no! So sorry. So soon after Magic.
She had a wonderful life with you.

Toddlerteaplease · 15/04/2024 10:07

Feel terrible that all the signs were there, that something was neurologically wrong with her. But we just thought it was a bad reaction to Gabapentin. Didn't realise the position she was sitting in was a sign. Just thought she was a bit sore from
Arthritis. But the emergency vet did t spot it at first either.

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SevenSeasOfRhye · 15/04/2024 11:21

It is so difficult to diagnose cats.

Toddlerteaplease · 15/04/2024 12:40

Yes. Had this with Magic as well. They mask for so long. Still she definitely knew she was loved. She was a very happy little cat. Only a couple of weeks ago, I was worried that she'd stolen the fat off a pork chop and scoffed it before i could stop her. thought it would make her ill. She was always trying.

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Toddlerteaplease · 15/04/2024 12:40

To steal food.

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Jolene25 · 15/04/2024 13:11

It’s so sad to lose a pet. What kind of cat was Cheddar? She was very cute

gladwhiskers · 15/04/2024 13:16

I rarely post but I loved reading about Cheddar's adventures. I'm so sorry she's gone. She was a real treasure.

MrsSkylerWhite · 15/04/2024 13:18

Oh my lovely. So very sorry.

What a wonderful life you gave her.

AvoidingPandaEyes · 15/04/2024 13:31

What terrible news and so shocking for you. Just heartbreaking 💔 Flowers

TeaMistress · 15/04/2024 13:39

I'm so sorry, my dear. Cheddar was a beautiful little lady, and your love for her shone through in every post. Goodnight sweet Cheddar and sleep tight.

Toddlerteaplease · 15/04/2024 13:41

@Jolene25 she was an Exotic shorthair. A short haired Persian. She was not as grumpy as she sometimes looked. She's was a fabulous little cat.

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SevenSeasOfRhye · 15/04/2024 13:43

How is Penelope, is she coping OK without Cheddar?

Jolene25 · 15/04/2024 14:08

Toddlerteaplease · 15/04/2024 13:41

@Jolene25 she was an Exotic shorthair. A short haired Persian. She was not as grumpy as she sometimes looked. She's was a fabulous little cat.

I thought she might be! I have always wanted an exotic shorthair. She looks like a real character

TokyoSushi · 15/04/2024 14:11

You're such a a brilliant cat Mummy @Toddlerteaplease I have loved the adventures of Magic & Cheddar, sending lots of love to you & Penelope, I hope that knowing that she had a wonderful life brings you some comfort.

Words · 15/04/2024 14:12

I'm so very sorry. Daffodil

Toddlerteaplease · 15/04/2024 14:45

@Jolene25 they are fantastic cats. All the Persian characteristics, without the grooming bills!

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