Nope Aussie thing too *L*

(((Lixy)))

Ya know, cats are tough critters no matter what you call 'em. Now I'm not particularly a 'cat lover', but we had two when we lived in the Isle of Man (got 'em before we went there, actually), a B&W named Tyson after the boxer (we thought she was a 'he' too, but that's another story!) and a tabby called Tigger (original, huh?!?!)

Anyway, Tigger casme back home one day with a bad limp - wouldn't let me anywhere near her (unusual, cos I was the only person who she'd let touch her!) Managed to get her to the vet eventually, to find someone had kicked her so hard, her tail-bone was broken in two places, and needed amputating. It healed up in about 3 weeks, and she then had to learn how to run/jump etc. all over again, which she did in hardly any time at all.

The only "up" side to it all was, we then had our very own "Manx Cat", as the stump was only about an inch long!

DM

LixyChick,

Enjoy him for as long as you can have him with you, then enjoy your memories of him. Good luck.

At his age, prepare to have Rocky put to sleep when his quality of life has ceased to be greater than his pain.

We hung onto a cat for too long and the guilt of that taints our memories of her.

aaww I'm glad to hear!!!

TY (((((EVERYONE)))))!

He's up and roaming around and trying to "trick" me into feeding him again this morning. Mr. Lixy HAD to feed him this morning because Rocky kept beckoning him to the kitchen as if Timmy was stuck in the well and he (as Lassie) needed a human to help save him! Then, when I came down this morning he tried it with me too! LOL!

I know I don't have years left with him, but I can tell by how he's acting this morning that he's wanting to stick around for a little while yet.

Geezzzzz...I'm sorta feeling like the boy who cried wolf. I'm glad I have you guys to talk to in my hour of need as well as the fun times too!

Love you bunches!

so glad to hear!!!

(((((Lilith)))))

TY for being right there last night when I needed someone the most!

I'm glad to hear HE'S feeling spunky today. :rolleyes:





ROFLMAO ;)

*That* is the last thing you should be thinking. Euthanizing a long time-companion is the most anogizing decision that can possibly be made, and yet it's one that most pet owners will eventually face.

And yet, the only thing that is worse is making a guess that an animal should not be euthanized, only to find out that you were wrong.

Been there, done that, got the pics and the souvenier T-shirt.

Glad the cat is feeling well again. Yes, vet bills are expensive, but it's worth it to consult frequently about Rocky's continued health. Go spend the money.

I'm glad to hear things seem to be on the upswing for Rocky. I am an all around animal lover, but I have an extra soft spot for cats. One of the saddest days of my life was when I signed the authorization for the vet to euthanize a cat I had at the time that was dying from leukemia. That was several years ago and it still saddens me a lot to think about it. Having said that I just want you to know that there's a lot of us here that have been at the point you're at (or hopefully were almost at) and you have a lot of understanding folks here to lean on should you need it.

((((((((((Lixy)))))))))))))

OMG OMG OMG ive just read this and all i can offer is my huggles as a fellow cat lover, everything i want to say has already been said

(((((Lixy)))))

Losing a loved pet is so hard. So glad to hear you have a little more time with him.

It's not a money matter gecko. I'd spend all the money I have if I knew Rocky could recover from the anesthesia they use to get close enough to examine him. When he was younger he'd bounce back in a day. As he aged it would take him a couple of days to be his old self. The last visit, it took him nearly a full week to "come out of it" completely. He couldn't take it this time. He's so frail now. Just a wisp of the cat he used to be. If I take him to the vets this time it'll be his last visit. I won't let them knock him out or give him kitty valiums or gas. I'll hold him and talk to him and calm him and love him and say goodbye.

TY so much for the kind and heartfelt words everyone!!!

Today hasn't been very good for the ole guy. It's quite a contrast from yesterday actually. He's eaten...but just a very small amount. He drank a little water, but puked afterward and so the pill I gave him (1/2 pill twice a day for hyperthyroid) didn't get into his system. He's resting in the recliner at the moment. *looks to see him* No...wait. He's not there. *checks house* He went upstairs to get under our bed covers. I left the bed unmade so it would be easier for him to snuggle under the covers. He's happy and warm under there. He's not in pain as far as I can tell. He rubs on my legs for a pet or two. I pick him up and he snuggles into my arms. He never really liked to be held too long when he was younger, but now he wants me to hold him till my limbs go to sleep...lol!

I'm keeping a close eye on him and I'll keep you posted.

(((((EVERYONE)))))

(((((((((((Lixy))))))))))))))

Hugs to you during this horrible time. I feel for you Hun. We lost one of our little ones several months ago. Our furry babies are just the same as family. Watching them go through this kind of thing is heart wrenching. Please keep us posted on Rocky and know we're here for you.

~Eliza