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tinytemper66 · 10/03/2025 20:59

Just out our lovely cat to sleep this afternoon. Left her at the vet's. Feel so sad. She was 18 years old. Keep crying 😢 Never experienced this before.

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Bookaholic73 · 10/03/2025 21:00

I’m so sorry @tinytemper66

I will have to do this in the not too distant future and I’m dreading it.

tinytemper66 · 10/03/2025 21:01

Bookaholic73 · 10/03/2025 21:00

I’m so sorry @tinytemper66

I will have to do this in the not too distant future and I’m dreading it.

I didn't think it would upset me as I am not one who usually cries over things. Feel so guilty even though it is the right decision.

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ghostyslovesheets · 10/03/2025 21:05

Please don’t feel guilty x I’m so sorry for your loss - been there myself and although it hurt like hell it was the right thing. You did it out of love and kindness

Tortielady · 10/03/2025 21:08

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your old lady. Remember that your TLC helped her to get to 18 - she had a great life with you and she was well-loved. RIP sweet one 🌻

Minimilia · 11/03/2025 10:09

I’m so sorry @tinytemper66 , you’ve done the very kindest thing for her, and it’s clear she was very loved. Sleep tight little one.

biscuitsandbooks · 11/03/2025 11:24

I am so sorry 😭

18 is an incredible age though, she must have had a wonderful life.

tinytemper66 · 11/03/2025 16:10

Thanks everyone. Been a tough 24 hours but tears have stopped. The other cat 🐈 is a bit bemused by it all. I don't know what sign to look for to see if she is missing the other one to be honest.

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Defiantlynot41 · 11/03/2025 17:10

I'm so sorry OP, we lost our lovely 18 year old 10 days ago. Remaining DCat, her litter mate who had never been separated from her, seems remarkably unbothered!

A bit more affectionate than normal but I think that's more of a reaction to how terribly sad we both are rather than her being sad or in need of comfort if you see what I mean.

18 is a great age for a cat, you obviously gave her a great life

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