I don’t think the pain of missing your cat ever truly goes away…I wish I could say you’ll heal completely from the grief and you’ll never feel sad about your T’bear Sterling…but I think we’ll always feel pangs of grief and sadness that we lost beloved animals. Perhaps you could consider fostering a cat, to help you decide if you’re ready to adopt another cat. I held him in my arms after the surgery was performed. By T.J. Banks Dec 8, 2014 Some people never get another cat after theirs dies. I understand that getting a kitten will never bring my Sammy back but our home feels so incomplete. I’m going to give it time to sink in and see if I can work through this. I held her close to my heart and gave her so many kisses. He had to have blood draws every few months just to make sure everything was going well. I have waited months to get another cat, and when my beloved Obi died last September, I did not wait as long. Remember to share the great stories, the little things that brought us so much joy and laughter. I think you’re right, Petrie is watching from above and probably purring with joy that you’re not lonely :), “When you lose your beloved cat, they take a piece of your heart with them. Then one day I came home from work and she did not greet me at the door, I saw her laying at the other end of the kitchen against the wall not looking well and she was crying. I have just lost my cat 2 weeks ago and it was suddenly while playing. Sociable interaction with another cat can greatly enrich their daily lives. My beautiful Siamese boys died 8 and 5 years ago and I still think of them with such love and fondness and a lump in my throat, I now have two more to fill the gap, but all of them are special, unique and individual, each one leaves a special paw print on your heart. I feel your pain! I was very focused on my loss, and couldn’t shake it for the many months it took me to decide to take a one year old brother and sister pair of kitties from the shelter. But it was the best thing for her. Sammy came to our whistles and sat on command for treats he never once climbed on tables or counters. I am learning through everyone’s posts that this is extremely normal and a part of grieving. My wife and I (newlyweds still)spent every day feeding them formula we got from a veterinarian via tiny baby bottles. She did sneak out some but never went far. He looked okay to me. I did however clean it thoroughly. My little boy Dobby died on 10th July and I had found his body yesterday (11th) he was only a year old and I had had him for 10 months. These two veterinarians offer helpful advice on how to cope with a pet’s death; their tips are from both their personal and professional experience. I found Me when he chose me that blissful day on January 05, 2017…..2 years 4 months 16 hours and 49 minutes…..That’s how long it took me to grow up, provide endless love and sacrifice, and say my final utterances of devotion for this Gift from On High that was placed in my stewardship……Thank you Lord…… throughout 12 years of education as a kid and the completion of my degree program, and during the beginning stages of my master’s program, never have I learned more and received more precious of an education as I have this last week….. We have a home waiting for a cat that needs a family but I know it’s too soon as I haven’t fully grieved yet but wonder if a new cat will help me move on. I cry in my car a lot on my way home from work. Anyway when I brought her home, there was no adjustment period from either of them, Smudge accepted her immediately. Today at 19 years young, Dave still looks after me and is always there when I need him. We couldn’t do it. I remember the day we got him the look on his face was disguss he wasnt interested in us but my son choose him and wanted no other. Because she was my everything. Today was a hard day. Unfortunately, your dear cat will have to once again be confined to one room and there’s no way around it – it’s all part of a proven set of safety procedures devised to keep cats safe during such a traumatic period in their lives. But I’m so stuck. i adopted a senior cat 3 months after the loss of my baby girl spooky. I lost my beloved Obi in September. We just lost our beloved cat 4 days ago. She won’t be my Misty or ever take her place but I need seeing another baby girl learning, following me, playing. And guilt that I’m not crazy about Mister, I’m not sure if he’s right for us or if its the right time for him. They began his final mission procedure, surrounded by so much love for this damn cat, I placed my tear-stained head on his bold chest. The most important thing is to allow yourself to experience your feelings of guilt, grief, and pain over the loss of your cat. Over the course of the next couple of days we found out that he had cancer in his nasal passages – he had been sneezing blood….the mystery was solved. The vet said she didn’t know how much time was bought wether a couple of weeks or a couple of months etc…but for now he isn’t in any pain. Again, it depends on each person. She wasn’t eating, or drinking and she was skinny. I hope you find comfort soon. He’s very stubborn n independent. He felt heavier than I remember, His paws were no longer pink, instead, they were white and he felt so damn cold. We have another cat that I adopted 7 years ago when I was single – domestic shorthair and they never really got along. Good luck! I feel guilty about going on vacation. Meeka wasn’t just a cat, she was my best friend, a part of myself. For me, I believe in reincarnation, so my grieving period is much quicker than most, because I eagerly await the return of my beloveds in their new life form. I wouldn’t wish this torture upon anyone, much less our beloved furries…….. Consider getting another cat. My cat was no small cat he was 15-18 lbs heavy boned and fit he was a house cat most his life. 5 Ways to Help a Sad Cat Mourn a Feline Friend. Animals have an amazing way of healing wounds…. Life without your cat is a sad adjustment of heart and home. I had my time with her, and she had a good home, because I met a beautiful kitten I wanted to take home with me. Thank you ? And reading these comments helped me to understand I’m not alone. He weighed 10 lbs then, just a few lbs down from his normal weight. It’s been slightly over 24 hours and I’m still grieving but friends suggest that having a new cat will give me enough responsibility to distract me from the loss while also pulling me out of depression and I too believe that it may be for the best. But, you may find yourself ready to share your heart with another cat…and both your lives will be better for it! I think that was right for us then. 2 days after my boys death, me and my gf got a txt from a friend. but for the love i have to give. Helping you heal. He will always, always be a part of your heart, that love never goes away, you’re just loving him from a distance but it will always be there. Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine hotline, The Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement, 7 Things That Help Me Cope with Grief After Losing a Cat, 5 Tips to Help a Friend Facing Grief After the Loss of a Cat, Do Cats Grieve? Your email address will not be published. Dying cats do not have much energy to groom themselves and hence look messy, unkempt, and untidy. I tried continuously to feed him water or something but nothing worked on him..He was nice cat and even if I get a new cat no one can take his place. I keep looking at kitten of black fur just like he had. I wasn’t expecting it, and I thought it was rather soon. I was just about to make the call but then felt overwhelmed with emotion. It’s 100% possible that adopting another cat will help you grieve Jacob’s death and be happy again! I dealt with a lot of issues the next few years and she was the only consistent thing in my life and loved me unconditionally despite everything. So blessed beyond measure in this moment of pain. Both of his back legs were smashed and broken one of them ha dits ligamints snapped and every thing all his teeth were smashed and his eye socket wounded. OMG Can’t stop crying. As the 7th month approached, I thought more about getting a new kitty. I looked at our local rspca and there are 2 sisters aged 16 weeks with a troibled background that need to be homed together. The1st Garfield,which was abandoned by neighbors who moved n he adopted us n we had to have put to sleep from heart disease aboutl 3 yrs ago. I want her back… Only thing i asked my god was why my Pari… why she. I know I can’t replace my babies but it feels like I am. After the first kitty passed, I started fostering kittens in the home, and it did me and my family a world of good. My three year old cat very suddenly died yesterday. He was losing weight rapidly. It’s a small price to pay to live a fulfilling outdoor life like Max surely lived. Would maybe your other kitty be ok with a young one? I hope this pain goes away soon. 3 years old was all he was. My end to my very long story is,as I’m writing this, my Sammy is all snuggled up in bed,against my tummy in the crook of my arm and u know the day is coming soon when he won’t be there anymore and he comforts me through everything. We are devastated. But how long after your cat dies should you get a new cat, and what can you do to make a successful match? After many tears and heartbreak, we decided to euthanize her when the time was right. i lost my cat suddenly and painfully after 7 years together , i feel a bit guilty and i feel responsible for her death .. i sprayed pesticides cuz we had a bug problem she was in the room while i sprayed , i took her out because she didn’t want to leave the room , she wanted to hunt the pests .. she was fine for a day with no sign of any poisoning , she played , slept on my lap , she suddenly collapsed and seizured suddenly and died in a minute in front of me i feel sad and shocked.. i lost my fiona that way i feel so bad , she was 9 years old .. she was unique, she actually knows how to open doors , and she was sweet and calm , i don’t know what to do .. it’s been 2 days since she passed i’m so lost i can’t sleep without crying the feeling is so painful ? Part of healing after the loss of your cat is forgiving yourself, which involves accepting that your beloved pet is gone and opening your heart to love another furry friend. You were blessed. He was completely himself and then suddenly he wasn’t eating and vomiting. I think he not over losing Baxter, but we never get over losing a pet we loved. He also liked those little ball toys that rattle. When you think about getting another cat, how do you feel? My job began to move us around and the first place was Knoxville, TN. Means angel. I had the most special dog in the whole world from the age of about 4 until about 6 months after my first child was born(I was 21) she was the best! we will get a kitten or cat in a few months but we miss maximus so so much. But I love animals and hope one day I can feel the same way for another pet. I wanted to push her out of the way. I got a younger kitty a couple of weeks later since it was too quiet around the house. Losing a cat – or a dog – is often like losing a child, a child who never leaves home. In fact I truly believe every once in a while he might be giving advice to Nelly. I just was so devastated when Alice passed away, I held her for several hours after she passed away, I just can’t believe she’s gone. I hate the thought of an empty house. But as the day progressed I noticed she wasn’t eating anymore but her stomach was growling. Any advice…..B, Everyone is different, so the right time is different for all. I ran out to the store and bought everything I could think of from baby food to soupy cat foods, tuna fish, salmon, etc. It has returned. He was smart at a whip, ruled the house and like other posts was my alarm clock and relied on him every morning. When does the pain go away? My son couldnt have picked better and he loved his nightly snuggles. She waves at the clouds every day and says hello Percy. It was the most difficult time of my mum and i lives. Experts in pet grief offer many pointers, though all emphasize that grieving a pet is an individual process full of gray areas and subjective feelings. My oldest son says I need to get another Siamese when Sam Sam is gone to help me. Just a short time ago I had to put Jacob, my cat of 17 years, to sleep. It is a horrible feeling to know what her last moments were. Is this fate speaking to us? Heartbroken doesnt go near how sad we both feel right now. Search titles only. Last week I lost my beloved Obi who was almost 19. Im not ready to give up on him but am so conflicted and feeling very selfish? We made a memorial for both of them in the yard. I was hoping it was something fixable, but my heart was shattered when I heard the news. Your family gave Buttons the best 19 years of her life. If it can’t find a new owner, the charity says it never puts healthy unwanted dogs down and will look after them for the rest of their lives. I must of held her for hours crying, What happened Baby Girl!!! Take the kitten and make a new friend and memories. She said he was put down on the floor and Petrie was wobbly. Is it my fault? I’ve always had a cat in my life, I’m currently 24 and have grown up with cats, but Meeka was my cat, the bond I shared with her was unlike any other. Changes in Appearance. My baby Binx somehow went into the dogs fence two days ago and was killed. I’ll always have that. Don’t expect a new cat to fill the void she left, because a new kitten will be totally her own self. I plan to visit a shelter tomorrow to see the pets there and judge for myself if I’m actually ready to adopt anew or still grieving and clinging to the precious lost one. I was not ready for that he showed no signs of being sick he was eating and drinking lots of water. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. so many tears…… You might find this article helpful on how to help a cat who is grieving: https://www.catster.com/lifestyle/five-ways-support-grieving-cat-behavior. So I gave her my last kiss and told her I would always love her forever I’ve had several poets over the yrs since but none for a long time as either moves or illness of the animal etc… Until we got our Sammy. a friend of a friend of a friend had been kicked out of home and needed to rehome their kitten and sumhow the text had reached us. I missed a day and a half of work because I couldn’t stand to be around anyone. I know it’s the first day with this sweet new cat, but I can’t explain these mixed feelings I have… There is an intensity added to my grief, and I can’t help but cry and miss my old lady even more. His regular vet tried everything she could to save him. She had moved across the country with me twice, been there for me through heart breaks, all throughout school and college, and was what I considered home to be. Well, the loss of a pet is indeed a very personal loss and should never be trivialized nor should you be judged for grieving, which we all have the right to do, and as long as needed. Rip Sam i will miss you. My heart goes out to you and your family. I think the quality of the lives these cats live is more important than the number of years they live, and my biggest regret about Paxton is that I didn’t let him outside to explore nature. The Vet called me to confirm that in fact she did have SCC. End of an era. After my boy Navar died, I was planning for his return as soon as possible and he was reborn within 5 months. This was short lived because his bottom left big tooth was hanging out on just a little piece of gum and just hanging sorda looking like a saber tooth tiger. They got me in as soon as they could. to not only lessen my grief at their passing. I still get angry though. He taught me that it was okay to love again. I’m disabled so i can’t go searching for him,and i know it’s unlikely he’ll come home on his own? Others love a certain breed, and can’t imagine living with another type! We just lost our beautiful baby boy Peedee after 15 1/2 years. The emptiness in our home is almost overwhelming. This is why our empty Slots cry out to be filled. After the loss of a family pet, many people wonder how long they should wait before they get a new cat or dog. I felt like it was disrespectful to the relationship with the animal I lost,” she says, adding that it is ultimately an individual decision. My dad kept saying that she only had a few days left but there was nothing wrong with her besides her being skinny, but she was constantly eating! Aww Susannah my heart breaks for you – such a devastating loss, I’m sorry :( A surgery was performed to confirm the cancer. Yesterday, I caught that it had been hours since I’d thought of her and the guilt set in. I lost my beloved 13 yro Boo almost 3 weeks ago. I appreciate the 2 days of crying. He was ready and very peaceful looking. The Other One Is All Alone Now. Dont feel bad Kaylee. Her death was unexpected and tragic and it’s my very first time losing a pet to unnatural causes. And was with me through everything. She was grooming herself but it was hard for her to keep up with the drool. Maybe don’t think of it in terms of what they can do for you, but instead what you can do for them. I said no. A week ago Wed night I put a little water in his canned food and warmed it. We had been to a christening and came home at around 5pm. Losing a cat is devastating for a household’s humans and other pets. He’s a cool little cat. My husband went back to the vet to be with him but I couldn’t bring myself to go. You will be adding to Oliver’s legacy. I wasn’t sure what to expect; I am still definitely grieving the loss of Luna but at the same time, my heart is warming up to Aurie and Sofie. He loved me so much, always cuddling with me, following me everywhere, sleeping on my face every night :) Some people can do it, I just wanted to let you know how that backfired on me. I had him ever since he was two weeks old. Getting a new cat soon after the death of another cat could cause your pet even more stress. Some cats get very anxious and lonely and I'd bring in a new cat sooner if I saw that. Hello. So while I was petting this kitty, a volunteer came up to me and said, “Your Aunt tells me you lost your dog and are thinking of getting a cat.” I said yes, but nothing really caught my eye. I can’t tell you if you should adopt this cat because I don’t know you or how much time you need to grieve Fluffy’s death. I needed that heart to heart connection that I had with Obi. He slept in my bed every night, loved the dogs that he had trained to get his food from the humans and get rid of other cats. How could another cat be as wonderful? I’m absolutely heartbroken he’s gone. I saw him twice while visiting my moms house in the week after I got home from vacation and then third time I got to my moms and she told me that morning the neighbor had called her and said that he had found max in his backyard being eaten by a hawk. I had surgery again a yr later by a diff doc to remove the scar tissue. She was back there for 20 mins. I have a cat and 2 dogs right now, and I love them deeply! I live alone and was always around as I also work from home. They arent in a competition to be the best for you. The healthy cat will likely have blood tests indicating exposure to coronavirus for the 3-6 months after the death of the sick cat. They tried to make him comfortable, but I could tell he was still in a lot of pain. Now I feel terrible. So we decided to put her down so that she passed pain free. died on Tuesday in a freak household accident. I was recently tapped on the shoulder to temporarily care for a very old cat that was abandoned many years ago. But I tell him that he is an adult who can cook whatever he needs whenever he needs it…my dogs need me to take care of them. Getting a new cat soon after the death of another cat could cause your pet even more stress. The next two days after that not so great but mostly because she wouldn’t take any pain medication (and trust my I tried everything, with adding just a pinch at a time). Sure, I miss my boy and I think of him often-it’s been over a year. I called my dad and he said she was acting weird all day and was crawling into tight corners that she never went into. I see here every where and the emptiness is dreadful. And you are so right…there is no one, “right” time. Will our cat Willow reject this new cat? Another possibility is fostering a cat. Is it possible to foster the kitten for a week or two, and see how you feel? Hi Terri, I know this post was from May so you might have decided already, but there is no set time frame. Then i took him up the vet. I visited him yesterday and today. I’m a mess right now. When he didn’t respond that afternoon, I called back. He tore a hoke in his side somehow a couple yrs ago n I held him with that too. I thought I was in the clear, until I came across this blog and read the line that said — “To adopt a new cat is to honor all your previous pet has taught you about unconditional love and living in the moment, not ‘forgetting about them.’” says Sid Korpi, author of Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss. They are unique and touch our hearts and lives in ways we can’t describe or imagine. I remember an ache in my belly and an out of body experience. "You never know if they will accept the new pet quickly." She loved chasing the lizards around and even brought one into the house that she played with until I found it and put back outside. My cat died yesterday from being hit by a car. It was the hardest loss I ever suffered in recent memory, possibly in my entire life. A storm knocked out the power and I crawled on the floor reaching for him. He wasn’t very happy, he started attacking me at night and getting all weird sometimes and meowing all the time and I would get so frustrated and yell at him and shut him out of my room when he would wake me up in the middle of the night. We can NEVER, EVER replace our lost kitty…he or she was a unique, special personality that we will carry in our hearts forever. Some owners get upset because they come home after the trauma of losing one of their cats, and they find the cat at home is just the happiest cat in the world because it has the whole place to itself. “I highly recommend getting a new cat after your cat’s death,” says Julie on Comforting Prayers After the Loss of a Beloved Pet. Ana. That way, you’re still connecting with animals and helping them, Richland says. But I’m not sure if it’s the right thing to do. “Another cat will never take the place of the cat you just lost, but in a matter of days or weeks, this new cat will love you unconditionally. I just miss him because he was with me for many years and I’m still grieving. She has brought me such joy. I was a wreck, Holly was my baby, my love of my life, my pride and joy, my comfort zone, and here she is so extremely sick all of a sudden and there was nothing I could do. May your new little girl will brighten your lives and home, and may her spirit interact with Leyna’s. I’m so sorry for your loss
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