My deepest condolences to you Ginger and Victor. Redford had such a wonderful life with you and as Dee said one day you will be together again. {{{HUGS}}}
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Last Day For Redford
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Posted 2 years ago by KapitiKats in NZ #
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Well, our sweet boy is now in kitty heaven. I truly like our vet. She brought a special quilt and laid Redford in it while I held him and Victor petted him. She first gave him injection of a sedative that made him feel good, relaxed and in a happy place. Then when he went to sleep, she gave him the shot that stopped his heart so he never felt a bit of discomfort. I began crying, Victor was crying, and even the Vet shed tears. It was very peaceful and respectful. We opted for a private cremation, so we will get his ashes back in a few days. We are having his favorite toy-his froggie-cremated with him. Mitzi knew what was happening, and watched intently, I think saying goodbye in her own way. It doesn't seem right, not having him on the bed with us. I miss him so much already, but I know it was a peaceful and happy way for him to go. He was in so much pain, and his body was swelling with fluids. It was the right thing to do, but...I miss him.Thank you for all the notes-I love you all.
Posted 2 years ago by rainingwolf #
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Ginger, bless you for making Redford's crossing so peaceful and in a loving space. My deepest condolences to you, Victor and Mitzi. {{{gentle hugs Redford RIP my friend}}}
Posted 2 years ago by AZDEBRA 5/27 & crew #
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Dearest Ginger my tears flow with yours and Vicotr's. I wish there were words I could say to ease the pain--and I don't know that those exist now. Redford is in a beautiful meadow meeting a wealth of friends. Hold your memories of him near to your heart and know that the love you shared will never be forgotten. Prayers of comfort to you both.
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I can't stop crying. I cannot imagine your heartbreak even though I know you are finding solace that you did the right thing for your beautiful boy. Peace I pray for you and Victor and Mitzi. Redford, I am sure, is comforting you in his way as he frolicks in health over the bridge.
Posted 2 years ago by Jetta and Boo Boo's Mom #
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Ginger, you, Victor and Mitzi have my prayers. I have no words to ease your pain but I am glad that Redford is out of pain now and has known only love and happiness. Hugs to you all.
Posted 2 years ago by cricketsmama #
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Redford is grateful that you brought an end to his suffering, Ginger. Bless you and Victor for having the strength to make this difficult decision and help ease his way. He was surrounded by your love as his last memory here. {{{hugs}}}
Posted 2 years ago by Kitten Whisperer #
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What is it with these creatures that come into our lives and leave holes in our hearts when they leave our lives? A generation ago, pets were seen as property; I certainly wasn't taught that a pet was a family member. Oh, I was certainly told (not taught, only told) that I oughtn't hit an animal or tease it. Only after I lost everything I had and started rebuilding my live did I start to feel; having an animal made me feel even more deeply. What changed in society that people now see animals as family rather than property?
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Excellent points, Vicki.
I think it may have had something to do with the fact that more people living alone, either by choice or by circumstance (divorce, etc).
Even the most isolated person feels the love of an animal. The animals do not replace people, per se, but they give us unconditional love and very few people ever do that for us, no matter how deeply they care. For those of us who are not isolated, having an animal baby just adds icing on the cake and makes life that much better. They don't ask much in return, and yet they love us without question.
Posted 2 years ago by HuddysMama #
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{{{{{{{Ginger and Victor and Mitzi}}}}}}}}
Can someone please post the link for the candles?Posted 2 years ago by tinafishfrombirthplaceofElvis #
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Tinafish, that link is on the first page of this thread, I believe.
Ginger and Victor, you have been in my thoughts and prayers today. I know how hard it was and how much you miss Redford. We wish that we could keep them with us always, but you have shared a life of love. May those memories bring you comfort.
Posted 2 years ago by WillowandWindismom #
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Ginger and Victor, you have my deepest sympathy in your loss of your beloved Redford. I lit a candle for him here: http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/message.cfm?l=eng&cid=8787741
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{{Ginger, Victor, Mitzi, Redmond}}
Deep condolences from us. When this happens it reminds me of our last day with Hootie. Peace, dear Redford. (snif)Posted 2 years ago by SammyandOliversmama #
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Redford's passing was similar to my dear Basil's. He peed -everywhere- and we tried everything to get him to pee only where he should. Basil had mental problems, we didn't realize it when he was a kitten, but they manifested when he was an adult.
We loved him up the night before, he slept and cuddled with me, and before we put him in the cat carrier, I got him to pee in the box so when his muscles relaxed, he wouldn't pee all over the vet's table. I think doing the kitty box thing was the hardest for me, because I knew I would never do it again.
Our house just -reeked- of cat pee. We had to tear up the carpet downstairs to get rid of it. On the brighter side, when we did tear up the carpeting, we discovered a 3/4" oak hardwood floor that we refinished.
Tansey is his sister, she's still with us, and she absolutely loves the hardwood floor. If you look at her Catster page, she has an orange spot on her chest...that was Basil's color. Beautiful solid orange, with gold eyes. I like to think she carries a 'medallion of Basil' over her heart.
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Much love to Ginger, Victor and Mitzi! *cries*
Posted 2 years ago by mollycat71 #
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Two beautiful marmalade cats gaze into the Brook, where silver fish weave in and out between the reeds.
"They're beautiful!" croons Redford, inching forward.
"I know. I come here to watch them every day," Basil whispers.
"Can we eat them?" Redford's eyes widen.
"If you can catch them, you eat them. If you don't want to catch them, I can show you all the other places for food, but here, we never really get hungry. We eat for the wonderful tastes!"
Shaddo and Jiggs move quietly across the Meadow to crouch on either side of the golden boys, and the sun pours down on the four plump backs like honey. The green grass beneath them is like velvet as a dragonfly stitches through the summer morning air.
Bones and Kizzy join them, and the fish dart through the reeds like lightning. Gracie prances over to examine the game, whiskers twitching with curiosity, and Bones makes room for her as she settles in.
Seven heads move in concert, watching the water ballet, drops dancing in the sparkling stream.
In the distance, the Wolf stands watch, smiling down from the knoll at all of them.
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(((Ginger, Victor and Mitzi)))
Posted 2 years ago by KYKAT 12 23 #
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I saved your beautiful story, Emma. It gave me comfort. Thank you.
Posted 2 years ago by rainingwolf #
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sobbing here, poor dear old Redford. It was a good, loving way to pass quietly over the bridge, surrounded by his humans who loved him so dearly and made his pain stop. Poor old boy, may you rest and play happily and serenely.
All the candles are burning for Redford tonight RW. -
I love the story, Emma - so beautiful.
Posted 2 years ago by WillowandWindismom #
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.... I have tears as I write this, but my little orangie Milo, whom prompted me to join TDK over a year ago, was such a sweet boy and so wanted to please.... he NEVER peed anywhere EXCEPT his box!... even at the end, when he was in such poor condition (not pain, but his body was shutting down) - he would army crawl himself into his box to relieve himself...... at the time I was out of town, and (through telephone converstions almost hourly with Kids and Hubbs) we had decided to take him to the vet as soon as I got back (in like 2 days).... he died that night, and they found him the next morning - right next to his box...... he went to the bridge with the utmost dignity!..... it killed me that I didn't get home in time...... *sniff* ... it's a very painful memory, but I know they loved and comforted him every last day they could.... I just wish I had been there to say good bye.......
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((AV))
Posted 2 years ago by HuddysMama #
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ginger my heart goes out to you. you did what you must so that redford no longer suffers. i know the pain, experienced it yesterday when my little kitten fannie was taken. just keep im mind they are in better places and we have to cherish the fun loving moments that were shared, it took me a while too get passed the tears to realize that and alot of people here helped me also. so just remember redford was tremendously loved, and lived a happy life. god bless you and your family rip, redford and fannie.
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Condolences on Redford's passing. Although we weep at first, happier memories eventually break through and ease the holes in our hearts. You have 18 years of happiness with Redford to look back on; may it bring you peace and healing.
Posted 2 years ago by GizzysAuntie #
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