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Rest in Peace Penelope.

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InQuiresandplaceswheretheysing · 10/09/2026 09:24

Heartbroken to say that Penelope had another funny turn/ seizure this morning. I thought the last one was a one off as she had made a full recovery very quickly. And I’d not seen any others. I took her to
the emergency vet after and She didn’t respond to midazolam. The vet thought it was likely to be a brain tumour. So did the only thing that could be done. She went very quickly and peacefully on my knee.

For such a tiny cat, with a daft long name, she was so sassy and sweet and affectionate. Just a lovely, lovely cat. Will miss your Pen.

Rest in Peace Penelope.
Rest in Peace Penelope.
Rest in Peace Penelope.
Rest in Peace Penelope.
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Beamur · 10/09/2026 10:17

Sad news, so sorry for your loss.

justthecat · 10/09/2026 10:41

So sorry to hear this 💐

vanessainher50s · 10/09/2026 10:46

Sending big hugs x

Gatekeeper · 10/09/2026 10:54

Oh no...Penelope 😢

I am sorry...I loved reading your posts about her ❤️

Mumofteensandcats · 10/09/2026 11:07

So sorry to hear this, hope you are as okay as you can be xxx

DramaAlpaca · 10/09/2026 11:24

Oh no! I loved reading about Penelope. I'm sorry for you loss Flowers

Shedmistress · 10/09/2026 11:27

Oh no, RIP Penelope. So sorry.

Whosthetabbynow · 10/09/2026 11:29

❤️

Heronatemygoldfish · 10/09/2026 11:31

Oh no! <cry> and hugs to you...

Grumpyoldpersonwithcats · 10/09/2026 15:21

Very sorry to hear that @InQuiresandplaceswheretheysing. I've followed her story and she clearly lived her best with you. My sympathy 💐

InQuiresandplaceswheretheysing · 10/09/2026 15:30

My parents are not keen for me to have any more Persians. I know we’ve had issues. But I absolutely love the breed. And they fit in well with my lifestyle.

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SmokyMountainRain · 10/09/2026 16:01

InQuiresandplaceswheretheysing · 10/09/2026 15:30

My parents are not keen for me to have any more Persians. I know we’ve had issues. But I absolutely love the breed. And they fit in well with my lifestyle.

She’s only just died this morning. Tell them you’re not even thinking of another. What a thing for them to say at this time.

GoodGirlFaith · 10/09/2026 16:02

Oh no :( I am so sorry. She is beautiful.

Threetoedsloth · 10/09/2026 16:05

Oh I am so very sad you've lost your beautiful girl Penelope. I have loved reading about all her antics. May she be frolicking happily over the bridge. Gentle hugs to you. xxx

shellyleppard · 10/09/2026 16:08

So sorry for your loss x she was a beautiful cat

Papergirl1968 · 10/09/2026 16:41

I’m so sorry, TTP. Look after yourself.
RIP, gorgeous Penelope x

namechange6766333545544 · 10/09/2026 17:10

I’m so sorry for your loss. What a stunning looking cat.

damemaggiescurledupperlip · 10/09/2026 17:11

I’m really sorry to hear this. Please comfort yourself with the thought that you really did give her some wonderful years and excellent care following a pretty shitty start in life with a breeder.

Cheddar will be waiting to swap notes …

JoanOgden · 10/09/2026 17:52

Oh I'm so sorry to hear this, what a terrible shock. She was a darling cat and you gave her a fantastic life. Look after yourself xx

InQuiresandplaceswheretheysing · 10/09/2026 17:57

damemaggiescurledupperlip · 10/09/2026 17:11

I’m really sorry to hear this. Please comfort yourself with the thought that you really did give her some wonderful years and excellent care following a pretty shitty start in life with a breeder.

Cheddar will be waiting to swap notes …

Cheddar was the only cat she got on really well with. She learned how to cat from her.

Rest in Peace Penelope.
Rest in Peace Penelope.
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Pudmyboy · 10/09/2026 18:36

So sorry to hear this, I followed her saga on here, her life with your gorgeous Cheddar, then not getting on the very handsome boy whose name escapes me right now, to settling down with just the two of you. You put so much energy and love into your cats and they plainly have a lovely life with you. Sending hugs 🫂

Ihatemondays1962 · 10/09/2026 18:58

Sorry to hear this. I have a persian and they really are the best breed. So loveable. Its so sad when you lose them x

InQuiresandplaceswheretheysing · 10/09/2026 19:23

@Ihatemondays1962can I see a picture? The house is so quiet. She usually used to come and sit next to me if I was watching TV. But only if the cushion was only left hand side!

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highlandponymummy · 10/09/2026 19:41

So sorry, it's awful for you, but you didn't let her suffer and did the kindest thing.

WhiteFramesandPlanes · 10/09/2026 21:02

Oh I'm so sorry xx