we just lost our 22 yr old Orange Boi last week. Many years of happy memories and even though he went from old age it doesn't change the deep hurt. We never get over their loss.

She was lucky to find you along her journey. Hugs and love to you. 💗💗💗🙏

I had not heard that before about shelter cats either. I'm actually appalled at how young some vets are spaying now--still kittens.

You have given her her best life. Good care and lots of love.

Can you get a high calorie nutritional supplement down her? Syringe it down her throat?

Most of us have been where you are now. We are here for you.

She was probably a very good mama and hopefully her kittens will carry her loving nature. Glad you found each other and that she was well cared for. It is so hard

I had RSV this winter -- the respiratory virus. Very sick -- my daughter even had to help me out of bed. Kitty was right there every minute. If I felt miserable, she was right there, watching my face, paying attention to my breathing. Seriously. If I breathe oddly, she focuses on me. I've often thought that perhaps in her earlier life she lived with a person who had lung disease.

We laughingly thought when she was tending me during the RSV that she needed a little white cap with a little red cross on it. Nurse Kitty.

Sounds like you’ve really blessed each other’s lives. Wishing you peace on this painful journey.

You have given her the greatest gift... your love. I'm so sorry you will have to say goodbye too soon.

Our fur babies are so important to us. They bring us such joy and contentment but shine so bright, they don;t last for long - so sad.

Our "pets" are our family and dealing with ending their lives is crushing.

The kindest thing my late mother ever did for me several decades ago was to drive 400miles to take my 17yo Siamese to be put down. I was alone at the time and she knew and loved my Mernie too. We wish they could live forever.

What's your baby's name?

Sending hugs.