Virtual hug for you. I know how hard it is to lose a beloved kitty.

I'm so sorry that you are having to go through this heartache again.

My deepest condolences to you on this sad day. RIP sweet Mittens.

So so sorry. Lost my beloved cat in May to lymphoma. We're still crying now and then.

We live in Scottsdale at the edge of raw desert. In our neighborhood, no one lets their cats out because we have so much wildlife in the area -- bobcats, coyotes, and a rare mountain lion. In the 12 years we've lived in the neighborhood we have NEVER seen a cat outside a home ... because it's just too dangerous for them and they would not last long.

terrible news.

I have buried so many fur friends that were struck by vehicles. I can’t stand the thought of them feeding the buzzards. Others have died from disease. It is always gut wrenching. I worry about our ferals and Dearie the deer. That one has been visiting for over 3 years, showing off her fawns and insisting on a can of bird seed in her bowl.

Thank you for being such a good friend to the cats, rescues and ferals.

sorry to hear this about sweet Mittens. So very sad for you😢.

Can you post an old picture of her?

I loved her color and those two different colored paws

Early on she'd let me give her scritches. And she always very softly meowed at me. Seeing her, first thing in the morning, always made me smile. I still can't fully accept she's gone.

The weird thing is, I've never seen her anywhere near the street. She wandered from my house to the neighbors, and around my back lot. And if she was hit by a car, it was a glancing blow. What actually happened to her is going to haunt me.

Never easy, and i wish i could take away the pain, but your feelings are a reflection of the impact made in Mitten's entirely too short tine with us.

💗💗💗💗Sweet Mittens the Kitten💗💗💗💗

and comfort to our Siwsan, her heartbroken mom.

I am so very sorry. Hurting for you and crying. Your outdoor babies are part of oyr extended family.

I’m so sorry to hear this. You made her happy while she was with you.

It’s that our love for them is so deep that the loss is so deep.

Please accept our hugs during this very sad time

is difficult. You gave her love and respect and you took care of her. You had her and she had you and that is a beautiful bond. I am glad you gave her roses, she deserved them. Let the tears flow because one day the smiles will emerge for Mittens the Kitten.

You showed her love and kindness and sustenance. She gave you the precious gift of her trust. Her hard life was made better because of you. ♥️🌻🕊

I haven't been able to talk about my Penny..my dear Penny passed 12/12...I had her for 12 years..so hard...I was iin awe of you and how you overcame Sophie Stinky Toes...You are so caring, many have told me to adopt another and I just couldn't.. You have given us so much joy with your new found loveys...

I am so sorry Siwsan..hugs to Gryff, Madoc, and Arthur...

My heart is broken for you. Hugs

I think the one of the greatest sorrows is to lose the company of a member of another species who was loved by you and who reciprocated to some degree.

The same happened to a feral cat I was feeding and providing shelter for several years. She hadn't been around for a week, which was unusual, sometimes she might be gone for a coupe of days, but a week was too long. About a week later, talking to a neighbor, they said there had been a dead black cat in the yard next door to them. It was my Spooky. The neighbor did not know I had been caring for her. It broke my heart then just as yours is broken now. We do get past it, but they never leave our hearts.

Something that's helped me when I'm mourning cats that have crossed the Rainbow Bridge--I ask my cats who have passed earlier to look out for the new arrival. And when I've adopted another cat I let them know that they have fairy godmothers/godfathers looking out for them and tell them about their quirks and how much I loved them.

This bit of magical thinking keeps us all connected.

This may not appeal to you at all, but I thought I'd share.

Her brother Spooky Jr. was waiting for her, too, along with Sophie, Boudicca and Morgan.

I've followed your post for a while now but have never posted before. I enjoy your post on all your kitties and am so sorry you are having to go through the loss of another! Heartfelt condolences.

I know caring for ferals is always a risky thing, which is why I've rescued 8 kittens out of that population and made sure they have loving homes. I just wish I could have saved Mittens and her brother Spooky Jr.

As another poster said, she is, and will always, be with you.

do not blame yourself.

i am very sorry for your loss. my felions are like my children. as they get older and more affectionate and try to communicate (which sometimes begins to work) and then, what ever will happen to them when i cross the "rainbow bridge? "

for the loss of sweet Mittens.

My heart aches.

Your love for all those furry family members is always obvious and a pleasure to read about as a break from all the hate and brutality. No prayers, certainly not effective it seems, but I certainly am thinking and sending healing vibes in hopes you feel it from all of us. My late wife found strength just knowing people had her on their mind as she battled cancer. I am on number 5 and 6 Labs over my adult life, and well know the love you get from them and the heartache when they leave us. That little baby was blessed to receive your love and feel it while she could. Wishing you strength and healing.

On the loss of your beloved Sweet Mittens the Kitten. Sending you hugs and love.

There are just no words to comfort you, I know. May Bast hold her fast until you're with her again. I am just so very, very sorry for you.

I saw your post this morning and I could feel your pain

She was blessed, of course, to have had your care in her life… love matters all ways…

🌹 Mittens 🌹

I know that you cared for and loved her.

I'm sorry to hear about mittens, my heart breaks for you and her precious spirit.

I think most of us who follow your posts know exactly what you're going through.
I hope it helps a little to know that you made Mitten's short life much happier than it would have been and that you've saved so many others.