In mourning, a very sad sad day.

[ggiese]

We've had a houseful of animals as long as I can remember - with kids and all, it's kind of expected - everything from birds to fish to hamsters to ferrets to dogs...

We even had a cat once - "Snowball". My oldest daughter got into her head she wanted a cat. Despite the fact that I was absolutely NOT a cat person, I allowed her to go to the local animal shelter and adopt one. We found snowball in a cage, cowering in the back. He was just the tiniest kitten I'd ever seen and looked very pathetic. I felt sorry for the little guy...

Anyways, none of us could keep out hands off the kitten. And as time went by, snowball went from being very shy and timid, to being playful and bold. He would come running when any of us came in the front door - and would not miss the opportunity to plop himself down on anyone who would pay attention to him.

Unfortunately, my daughter developed a very bad allergy to cat dander and we had to find snowball a new home. We found a friend's daughter who took him and, and treated him incredibly well. We looked forward to her photos, which she regularly sent us. We were very fortunate to find a great home for him...

Snowball died a few years back - he was 11 years old. The girl who adopted him came home and found him lying out on the floor, just as if he was sunning himself...

I feel your pain, bro - it's funny how those little critters steal a piece of your heart.

[bluesman455]

my condolences on your loss.

[rpb67]

Sorry for your loss.

The loss of any pet is very hard. Take care.

[Cabaiguan Juan]

Sorry man, thats rough.

[Newfie]

CNB, I feel your pain. In my years, I've seen several beloved pets (cats and dogs) pass on and I still think of them every day.

I was ripped up real bad when I had out 14 YO Irish Setter put down and Dad told me:

We should all be so lucky to be with someone who loves us when we die!

Rainbow Bridge brings tears to my eyes every time I read it.

[ctc315]

My wife and I are inveterate animal lovers, cats of which we have 8 and dogs of which we have 4. So I know what you are feeling, we have lost a few and gained a few here and there and it is a tough thing to deal with. So I have included below a copy of a poem that may help you in your loss. Take care bro.

Chuck & Maggie

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...

[ctc315]

Guess I was late with that post. . ."somebody" beat me to it. Well my heart was in the right place.

[bigpoppapuff]

and i'm that "somebody"...lololol....

[WOXOF]

Sorry to hear about your loss. It's amazing how fast these little guys make a permanant place in your heart, and how long they stay there even after they have passed. I hope you are taking it well, it's sounds like you did a good thing and gave him a great life. You should be proud of that.

My wife and I had a Sheltie that was very special to us. He was hit by a car while we were out of town for a wedding. We never got to say our goodby's. That was very hard on us. To this day I still can't look at a Sheltie without getting watery eyes.

Thank you for sharing this with us.

P.S. Nice poem by BPP, I'll have to save that one.