Not So Lucky Louie

[Otto'sMom]

As many of you know, I brought Louie in this morning to see if there was anything more the vet could do for him. While his kidney numbers were up, he is in complete kidney failure and there is nothing to do to reduce his suffering other than let him go to the bridge. I wanted to be there, but I didn't want to prolong his ending just to suit my wants. I asked the Dr. to set him in front of a computer monitor (his favorite place) and let him go.

Thank you all for the kind thoughts, prayers and candles lit for Louie. He was an important part of my Anipal Family, and will be missed greatly. Don't shed tears for his loss, celebrate the borrowed time he got to share with me.

Now there are 8 cats.

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[Lee Anne]

:sad1: Sorry... I couldn't help myself. I broke the no tear shedding rule. I'm glad he's not suffering any more. Sending our :hug99: for your poor heart.

[catstamm]

Awesome picture.... and his borrowed time couldn't have been better than w/ you and the anipals :hearts:
RIP Louie...:angel7:

[Teddysmom]

:sad1: Sorry... I couldn't help myself. I broke the no tear shedding rule.

:ditto: here. Man, it's really hard to type when you can't see the keyboard through the tears. Will light a :candle: in Louie's name for safe passage to the bridge. I'm so sorry for this loss, but at the same time I'm glad he's not suffering. Sending plenty of :hug99: :hug99: :hug99: for you and your achy heart.:hug99:

[Jen]

I'm so sorry for your loss Andrea. Louie was lucky to have you--and to spend his borrowed time with you and the Anipals. :candle:

[Alex's Mom]

Yup, me too ... couldn't help the tears. :candle2: and godspeed, Louie...hopefully there are computers at the bridge! You tried your best, Andrea. But you made the right decision, hard as it is. :hug99::hug99: for your poor battered heart. This has been quite a week...hopefully you won't have too many more like it!

[LexieLuvr]

I am SO sorry! And I have no doubt Louie had a wonderful, blessed, happy life with you and yours. He is now in a place of pure love, surrounded by many furkindred gone before. RIP, sweet Louie, the monitor cat! :hug99: :hug99: to you, too. Kidney problems are awful!

[Jill]

I am sorry for your loss Andrea. Louie was lucky to spend the time he did being loved by you. :hearts:

[Rae]

I am sorry for your loss Andrea. Louie was lucky to spend the time he did being loved by you. :hearts:


:ditto:
I am sorry Louie die not make it but glad you are strong enough to do the right thing.

[quavec]

I'm so sorry for the world's loss of Louie :(

[alfina]

I am so sorry for your loss.:sosad:

[Frzframe]

:candle2: I'm so sorry to hear this news. :hug99: He was so lucky to have you in his life.

[bsquared]

So sorry to hear about Louie! :hug99:

[Mama S.]

Louie goes to join his many sisters and brothers who went before their times. I'll light a special candle for him. Know he was met by a special Omi and Papa who knew what a special man he was!
Mama

[samandissy]

Im so sorry Louie, you were one of the good guys and so lucky to have a great home and lots of siblings. Bless your heart, Louie...

[lotsadox]

Okay, I got all teary. :sosad: I"m so sorry for your loss, Andrea. But know that Louie's world was brighter for having lived with you. :hearts: :hearts:

[areese]

oh, I'm so sorry, Andrea. I know you loved him a lot....
Have a safe journey, Lucky Louie. I'll light a candle for him tonight.

[Otto'sMom]

I specifically requested NO SMIRKING CAT TIN this time. The vet didn't charge me anything for Louie's cremation or the bloodwork today, so that was a big break.

[K2]

I am so sorry for your loss, Andrea. :hug99: Louie was a very lucky cat~he got to spend his time with you and the other anipals. :hearts:

[JuneyTrixie]

I'm sorry for your loss. I know that Louie enjoyed you as his mommy. :hug99:

[Tex]

I'm just so glad that Louie had the privilage to spend his days in your home as part of your family.....if only I could be so lucky!:hearts:
RIP Louie:angel7:

[Jacqueline]

I specifically requested NO SMIRKING CAT TIN this time. The vet didn't charge me anything for Louie's cremation or the bloodwork today, so that was a big break.

I thought about that. I wonder if there is a computer monitor shaped urn somewhere out there for him? Sorry to hear he didn't make it, but his life with you was the best.

[Rileybugg]

I have a candle lit for him right now. That picture is a wonderful tribute to him- he looked so content in his life! I am sorry for your broken heart...:hug99: :hug99:


"Good Night, Sweet Prince..."

-Hamlet

[Patt]

Louie was a handsome little guy and I am certainly saddned by your loss. I am sure however, his life with you
was filled with love and happiness. A :candle3: is lit in CA, in honor and celebration of his life.

... Grieve not,
nor speak of me with tears,
but laugh and talk of me
as if I were beside you...
I loved you so --
'twas Heaven here with you.

Isla Paschal Richardson

[JanUet]

I am :sorry: for your loss Andrea. I'm sure Louie loved all the special time he shared with you..borrowed or not.


I specifically requested NO SMIRKING CAT TIN this time. The vet didn't charge me anything for Louie's cremation or the bloodwork today, so that was a big break.

I was afraid to ask about the tin. I do have a spare one...someone sent me

God speed Louie :hearts:

[Fluffy]

I'm so very sorry for your loss, Andrea. Louie was a lucky guy to get to live out his borrowed time with you and the anipals. :hug99: :hug99:

[oceangirls]

I'm so sorry Andrea!
:candle:

What - no smirky cat cookie tin? :sadnana: :)

[Otto'sMom]

It's kind of funny how Lizzie's 'smirking cat tin' has let me smile during Louie's loss. It's like her gift to me, and I'm soooo glad I passed it on to a deserving CanadiUn :)

I could just see it, getting a black and white one and Lily being all "WHAT THE HELL MOM! I'M EATING THE HARD CATFOOD ALREADY!!"

And did anyone else notice the 'rule of 3'. Right now, we have 3 active "Always in Our Hearts" topics. I really think Louie gave up his miracle for Dusty. Louie was an awesome kitty, and I'll be thankful for his gift always.

[AnnMarieK]

I am so sorry Andrea, but Louie was lucky to be part of the anipals and live in your loving home. His time may have been short, but I know he was happy. :hug99: :hug99: :hug99:

[Opaleyz]

So sorry to hear about this :(

Rest in peace, Louie!:hug99: Andrea!

[Anatresia]

:candle: Good luck at the bridge, Louie. So sorry for your loss.

[laura]

In my head is a new earworm..( louie louie louie Loweeeee....louie louie louie LooIIIIII) some of you older gals will remember that one!