Its very early days yet and you are expecting far too much of yourself, you loved your dear old girl and its such a difficult time when we lose our pet. There will come a time when the memories you have will bring smiles instead of tears. A piece of your heart will always be hers. Its such a tribute to her that you got another cat, shows how much she enriched your life.
xxxx
2007-05-31 00:13:30
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answered by Anonymous
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It's completely normal for you to still be upset about the lost of your cat. Your cat was an important part of your life and will always have a special place in your heart. It took me a long time to get over the death of my pets. Try and keep your mind on other things like your new kitten. Eventually time will heal your pain, so just stay strong and you'll make it through this rough time. Anyway, I am sorry, and enjoy your new kitten. I really hope I helped somewhat.
2007-05-30 18:59:34
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answered by Anonymous
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It's normal i lost my long haired tabby about 9 months ago and i still miss him , sometimes i think if only i could see him one last time,but a would'nt be happy with just once . He was 11 months old when he got run over. I know it will sound silly to some people but ive got a picture of him as my screen saver, when i switch of my computer at night i always say goodnight to him.Silly , but i dont care what people say.I have a little plaque that reads ,Cats leave paw prints on your heart. Dont they just. But it does get a little easier as time goes on . Gone but not forgotten.Hang in there.
2007-05-31 16:06:27
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answered by maz 2
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This is and you are normal! It took me weeks to get over my cat being put down and I couldnt go to work for a few days. Any animal is part of the family and it is really sad when we lose them. Having another kitten will help ease the situation and I know it sounds hard but it will get easier as the days/weeks go on. You will never forget your cat but just remember the good times you had with her. I had my cats ashes sprinkled in the garden over a new tree we bought and when it flowers in the spring, she is very much remembered. Good luck x
2007-05-30 18:48:16
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answered by Lorraine A 3
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It's normal to grieve the loss of your cat, after all, animals become more of a family member than just a "pet". After I put my cat of 19 years to sleep, it took about a year before I could talk about him without tearing up. Three years later, I still miss him. In time, the pain will start to fade, the love you had for her will not.
Always remember the good times you had with her and not necessarily focus on her end. It sounds like putting your cat to sleep is something that needed to be done for health reasons, I'm guessing. Find comfort in knowing that, as hard as I'm sure that it was for you, putting your cat to sleep is the last act of love you could have done for her.
My sympathies are with you. It's not easy but you will get through it. :)
2007-05-30 18:40:16
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answered by ~Mer~ 3
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I know how you feel love, I lost a very precious cat 10 years ago, and still miss him!
What you have to remember is, you gave your cat the best life you could, while you walked your path together, now her path has taken her away, but you will see her again when its your turn, so dont despair, enjoy your new baby, hes not going to replace your old girl in your heart, but he will forge a new love with you, its ok to cry, its ok to grieve, your old girl was a part of your family, so a few months is nothing dont worry, you will never forget her, but you will accept her loss.
Good luck!
2007-05-31 18:05:41
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answered by magpyre 5
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This is completely normal. You were with your old cat for a long time. I know how you feel. I had a cat for 16 years. When she died and we got a new one i couldnt help feeling bad about it. We're getting a new cat soon though because the old one was run over on the farm track. She was only three. Its like a feeling of guilt. Your really happy to have a new cat in your life but you feel like your betraying your old cat by having a new one. Remember your old cat for who she was. She wouldnt want you not to enjoy this new experience.
2007-05-31 07:19:28
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answered by R,, 3
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Hi,
It's natural you lost your old cat that you had a long time, and you need to grieve for her,remember her, talk about her,in time you will feel better,but you will never forget her,she's in your heart and soul, you have lots of memories of her, get some photos and put them around your house,so you can see her,and put some photos of your kitten up,
Play with your new kitten,cuddle and kiss him,Love him and brush him,you will soon love him exactly like your old cat, and he will love you in return, enjoy him, have fun, play games with him,
He will be as Precious, as your your old cat,
17 is a good age,I know how you are feeling,I have lost my dog in November 06 and my cat in February 07 it does get better,
I hope this helps you a little
2007-05-30 23:30:03
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answered by towzer 3
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Yes, this is quite normal. I lost my cat, age 14, a year ago. I have had two cats now and I still grieve from time to time. I look at her picture. I love my new kitties, their personalities are so different from my first cat that I keep comparing at times. When you bond more closely to your new kitten the pain will get less and less. That old saying, "Time Heals"
It's only been a few months for you so please know it's normal. It takes longer to let go for many.
2007-05-30 18:42:50
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answered by Hedicat 3
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Oh bless you honey. I really feel for you - being the 'mother' of 2 cats who mean the world to me, I totally emphathise.
I was the same when I lost my cat - and got these two rascals. At the time, although I couldn't have ever abandoned or harmed them, I thought I would never feel the same for them as I did my old Rodney. BUT, 10 years later, I am as daft over these two as I ever was over my first cat. He'll never be forgotten, but it's that old adage - time really does heal. Before long, your new kitten will become just as adored in his own way and lure you in with his own personality.
All the best - have a hug x
2007-05-30 18:40:17
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answered by Lily & Stu Too 5
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This is normal don't worry. You have a new addition and it always brings back the great memories that you have. It can take a lot of time to get over a death. Don't forget 17yrs is a long time to have someting in your life.
My dog died last september and i still have moments when i remember certain things and i get upset, i also had to have him put down at the age of 14yrs. I got upset at the weekend as we went camping and it was the first time without my dog.
Give yourself time and it will begin to get easier and don't forget a few months is not a long time.
2007-05-30 18:44:13
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answered by Anonymous
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