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Tuesday, March 28, 2006

Tiger 1995-2006

I had to put my Tiger kitty down. :-( I had to put Bear down about six months ago. He had gotten very sick and "told" me he was ready to go. I adopted Bear and Tiger at the same time eleven years ago. Tiger was about five months old and Bear was about six months old. They were inseparable. Tiger was diagnosed with a thyroid problem shortly after Bear was put to sleep but I think she just didn't want to live without him. With medication her thyroid levels returned to normal but she had stopped eating when Bear was gone and just wouldn't start eating again. I tried everything and she refused all of it - even tuna! In this photo she is a healthy 7 lbs. When I took her in she weighed a tiny 4lbs. 6oz. I held her as she went. It was peaceful and it is what she wanted. She is with Bear now, where she should be. They will wait for me together and play in the catnip until that time comes. I love and miss them both very, very much.

3 Comments:

  • At 10:44 PM, Blogger rpm said…

    Oh, I'm so sorry about your baby kitty. I know they had a good life and are happy together now, too. It's so hard to let them go even if it is best for them.

     
  • At 8:15 AM, Anonymous alfredsmom said…

    Oh My. I am so sorry to hear of Tiger's passing. I am sure it was a tough decision to make, but for the best. I agree that Tiger probably just couldnt live without Bear and is happier now. The rainbow bridge does exist and Tiger is happy once again.

     
  • At 9:41 AM, Blogger mypugsblog said…

    Oh - I'm terribly sorry to hear about your kitty. It's amazing how life changes can effect our animals and I'm sure they are purring together right now. It doesn't make it easy on you - but it's nice to know they will take care of themselves on the Bridge.

     

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