Yesterday, I had to put my cat Cindy to sleep.?

Question

I had her for 10 years, and I did everything possible to try to save her. She struggled for over a week before she finally had to be put to sleep. Can you offer me any solace in my time of grief and sorrow. I feel as if a part of me has died, and I can never get it back.

Answer 1

I am so sorry for your loss dear. I know Cindy will always be with you. You did the best for her..please know that in her little mind she knew that too. I had my Shadow euthanised years ago- she was 21, and I still think of her. I have 7 kitties now but each and every one of them is special. Here is a poem. My vet sent it to me after my dog died- I just cried and cried but somehow the poem made me feel a little better- I hope it does for you too - Hugs, you are in my thoughts.
The Rainbow Bridge~

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....
Author unknown...

Answer 2

my deepest sympathy on the loss of your cat. it is never an easy decision to have to make, but by far it is the most loving.

there is very little solace that can be offered at a time like this, as each individual is different. just know in your heart that you did what was best for her, you let her go in a loving and humane way. work your way through your grief, it may take a while, but it does get better and when you feel up to it, get another animal to love. it won't ever take the place of your Cindy, but there are many animals, both cats and dogs that crave a human's love and affection.

best of luck to you, just take it one day at a time, you will get thru this.

Answer 3

A big huge hug !!

Time I think is the only thing to help. Remember the happy times.
And don't listen to people who say it is only a cat get over it!! It was a friend and it takes time.
My cat friend of 17 years died and I still think of him often and that was 10 years ago.
A person that mourns their animals passing is a person to be trusted.
And some people will laugh at this ...but if you do you find yourself depressed asked your vet if there are any pet loss grief support groups in your area. I still thank my vet for pointing me in the direction of one 10 years ago!!!
I do have an 8 year old cat friend whom I love dearly but my memories live on for the one that died.
Take care and bless you for loving your cat friend. And yes it does feel like a part of you died...cause a part of you did.

Answer 4

You have done the right thing, Sam. She is in a much better place, where she can run and play feel young again, she is in good, loving place now. No more suffering. I am sure that if she could talk to you, she would thank you for releasing her from her sickness. I am sure that she loves you, as much as you do her. Keep her memory in your heart and try to find solace in that she is happy and healthy once again in a wonderful place. Hugs to you Sam. Time will heal the pain. Try to remember the good things about the time you had with Cindy. Bless you.

Answer 5

First, let me offer you my heartfelt sympathy. Poor thing. I will say a prayer for you.

Cats and dogs know when their time is up and are ready. If they are suffering, they are grateful for your loving them enough to let them go. You cat will not really leave you. I don't know if you believe this way, but I truly believe they stay with you until you can handle your grief and meet you on the other side when it is your time to cross over. A part of you has died, but you will, in time, learn to live with it. If you feel like talking to your cat, go ahead - how do you know for sure you are not being heard?

Also, in honor of your cat, why don't you go to your local shelter and rescue one or two cats before they are put to sleep. Any cat would be honored to be your pet.

Answer 6

So sorry Sam, I know how hard it is to see your cat become weaker and weaker. I had my cat for 21 years.
She was deaf for the last 7 years of her long life. She was loved always as I know was Cindy.

You will hold on to your memories of Cindy and in time you may want to share you heart with a new cat. There is no easy path to follow when you are grieving a loss.

Answer 7

Sam, my sympathy and thoughts go out to you in the loss of your Cindy. Pets make our lives whole and we love them for as long as we can. Remember that you gave your Cindy a wonderful life and a good home and stood by her when she needed you the most. You will grieve for Cindy just like you would for any one person, it is a loss that takes time to heal. Just try and remember all of the good times you shared, and also remember that she may be gone from sight but will remain in your heart forever and ever. God Bless you.

Answer 8

Sam, so very sorry for your loss, especially after you struggled to save her. You are right that a part of you dies when you lose a pet dear to your heart. Your grief will diminish with time, but that sure doesn't help right now. Go to this link for a little hope for the future...

Rainbow Bridge
http://rainbowsbridge.com/Poem.htm

Answer 9

I know how you feel. The pains still with me from the death of my boy Shiro in March this year. He was 12 years old.
You will hurt less at time goes by. But to hurt is good in a way too. It shows you cared and loved Cindy.
We had a burial and then a wake with the friends in our group who loved our dog Shiro. It really helped to have them there to share our pain and grief.
Thinking of you! Don't be afraid to cry. Don't bottle it up. Let it out. It isn't fair that pets go ahead of us. But I don't regret have any of my pets.
When your up for it. Think about getting another little fur baby to shower with love and attention. Some little creature out there deserves to have a loving caring owner like you. :-)

Answer 10

MY granny had a cat named Suzie. SUZIE was 18 years old. I was 12 when she died. THAT means she was 6 years old when i was born. THAT was one fun cat. She liked kids, played with my grandad,and curled up on grandmas lap.WHEN Suzie got 16 she lost all her teeth. So grand ma went to the store and bought her baby food meat.THAT was one friend.AND she was my Granny's beat friend.TO say thank- you Suzie was a great mouser she would go catch a mouse and bring it in the house and lay it at Granny's feet. IT was her way of saying Ty. SUZIE had 7 litters of kittens. SOME are alive today. I see Suzie in her children.SORRY 4 your loss. MY granny is gone now too . I think of both of them often.MAY you find joy in your lost friends memories. I know i do. hugs_ kisses _ love star