The Smalls is gone

[susandennis]

I knew he would be but it's still hard to believe. My car's battery turns out to be dead. I considered, for a bit, just not going to the vet. But, I got a Lyft, instead. He didn't make a peep.

They took him in while I waited outside. And then they called me in. The vet said he was fading. And they could make him more comfortable and give him a day or two but probably no more. She was not sure if it was his liver or his kidneys or both.

We decided to put him to sleep. And then, he died before we could. The vet and staff were so kind. It was a long way home. I walked up to the street car - it's a long ride but no connections and it takes me to a block from home.

Now I'm home. Biggie inspected the empty carrier but I think he was just relieved to know I didn't want to get him in it.

The Smalls was such a special little kitty. It will be so different to fall asleep tonight without him snuggled up next to me.

He was here less than year but it was fun every day. I knew when I got him that the chances of his living a short life were great. I'd take that chance again today. He was totally worth it.

Comments

[arrowlike.livejournal.com]

I am so, so, so sorry! I genuinely love your kitty stories and pictures. Know you gave him such a lovely life and so much love xxx

[days-unfolding.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry. He seemed like such a sweetie.

[annabelle50.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry.  You made his short life a great one, and he will be missed. 

[zoefruitcake.livejournal.com]

Oh I am so very sorry he has gone. He was so special and they were such a lovely double act together. He might have had a short life but boy did he have a good life and you and Biggie were his world

[xina-g.livejournal.com]

I am so sorry. I know that it was expected, but it's never easy ((hugs)). He had a wonderful life thanks to you. He was very very loved to the end. We all should be so lucky. ((hugs))

[solteronita.livejournal.com]

Poor Smalls! He had such a good life while he was with you!

[lenine2.livejournal.com]

Oh my gosh this hit me like a brick. I am so, so sorry. You gave him the most wonderful life he could have possibly had. My heart goes out to you.

[lifeinroseland.livejournal.com]

This is so sad. I’m sorry.

[lilliane.livejournal.com]

Susan, my sincere condolences to you. I am incredibly sad for your loss of the Smalls but am so glad that he was with you for what remained of his life. ❤️

[egg-shell.livejournal.com]

So sorry...

[meowmensteen]

Totally worth it. He was only around for such a short while, but he made such a big impact. He was a Hall of Fame kitty for sure.

[kinderheldin.livejournal.com]

I am sorry for your loss and Biggie's loss. The Smalls was a sweet and original kitty. He had a great run.

[coercedbynutmeg.livejournal.com]

So sorry! He was lucky to have you.

[lycomingst.livejournal.com]

That's so sad. He had the best possible life.

[fionnabhar.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry. But what a great life he had for that last bit. Totally worth it.

[adminbear.livejournal.com]

You're in my thoughts. It's always hard to lose someone we care for. Be strong and let Biggie help you through this.

*hugs*
jack

[(Anonymous)]

So sorry, Susan. You gave him a wonderful life- he was such a lucky little kitty.

Patrick

[likelydisaster.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry. :(

[ringsandcoffee.livejournal.com]

This is heartbreaking. I am sorry. Give Biggie some extra cuddles if he’ll cooperate. You’re such a good cat mom!

[ticklethepear.livejournal.com]

*hugs*

[curiouswombat.livejournal.com]

I am so very, very, sorry.

[starshipcat.livejournal.com]

Virtual hugs. It always hurts to lose a pet. I still miss ours, even the ones from my childhood.

[maju01.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry.

[damitwayne.livejournal.com]

So sorry. You gave him a great life.

[cozycaffe.livejournal.com]

So sorry to hear (read) this. For the time he was there, he had fun and he was warm and was totally loved *hugs*

Losing an animal is never easy. No matter if you know about the chances or not. They are not just animals; they are family!!