Tami

Some 20 years ago I had a cat who developed leukemia. I elected to let him die naturally in the peace of his own home. It was a very emotional experience for me. So when Sheeba got sick this year I decided to go the other direction. The vets never did decide what her sickness was. Diabetes, liver problems, kidney problems. She had puncture wounds on every leg from I.V.s and down her spine from blood draws. Her body tempurature was always below normal. When I got off work at 9pm I would stop by and visit her in her metal cage, the lights were always on, she wasn't improving. I finally made the decision to euthanize . This was an equally emotional experience for me. My personal opinion is you did the right thing for Aretha.

I'm in shock that it's been raining here for 12 HOURS!! I can't remember the last time it rained in Phoenix. My Sheeba was never afraid of the wind or thunder. She'd just cuddle up with us on the couch or bed while Monster, our other cat, would hide under the bed. I think that's where he is right now

Take care of your self, pneumonia is a serious illness. Fur babies can wait to play in the snow when Mommy is feeling better.

Yes she can! And she can catch snow flakes in the air before they ever reach the bridge......because she can fly:)

Im sorry you must endure pain upon pain. Its rough enough to loose a creature you've loved for years but to watch your loved ones, especially children, hurting amplifies everything. Prayers and Hugs to you and your family.

I am SO on the same page with you. Sheeba died Oct. 24th and although we have two other cats, there is a horrible void she left that cannot be filled. My husband and I were self employed for 14 years so I can empathize with the fact you cant just stop and take time to grieve/heal/reflect. Politically correct or not, I'll pray for you.

The huggable urns are absolutely adorable! I wish I would have known of them two years ago when my favorite cousin died. They threw him into the pacific ocean, a decision I did not agree with. I lost my precious Sheeba a little over two weeks ago and although we buried her, I think I would purchase a huggable cat urn.

That is a beautiful picture of you and fur-baby

Hi Marty, your interview on Natures Translator helped me think through the guilt feelings I have about Sheeba. I also received a sympathy card, hand written, from the doctor at the emergency care hospital. It's comforting to know, to see, there are caring people out there. Thank you so much.

I watched as I gave the o.k. to put my precious Sheeba to sleep Wednesday, October 24. This has been the most painfull 10 days of my life. I would not have made it to work if it were not for this web site. My husband and I have no human children and like Bruzers Daddy we also are in our 40's. I have guilt like Rykersmom over euthanizing a creature that brought so much Love into our home, our lives. And my other cat "Monster" (named so because he sleeps under the bed)is grieving, searching, for his playmate much like Mkwaa. I rescued Sheeba off of "death row" at the animal shelter 10 years ago. And she was the most loving thing following me all around the house like a puppy. She Loved my husband dearly too and was always social and cuddly with guests. It's amazing the huge gaping void her absence has left. I want to thank you Mylissa for helping me prepare for the inevitable "get over it" from friends and co-workers. We buried Sheeba in my mother-in-law's back yard. God bless you all.