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   Today my mom took Molly for her one month follow up for her kidney failure. She actually was supposed to go last week but my mom couldn't stomach taking her before the holiday in case she had to stay overnight during the Memorial Day Holiday. Molly's lab values have significantly declined in the last month. It was up to my mom (and ultimately me) to decide what to do. My mom said she could no longer force a pill down Molly's throat every night that she would promptly go upstairs and vomit up. Molly has become scared of my mom and doesn't come around or eat/drink in the evening any more. The vet said there is really nothing else they can do, we just need to keep Molly comfortable and bring her in when it is "time" to go to the bridge. He was ready to do it today but my mom wasn't ready. He said at most, three months if things all go perfectly. When I talked to my mom, she was crying and said she was "sorry" and "tried the best she could to take care of Molly". I reassured her that I didn't hold her at all responsible for where Molly is, it is a condition that does happen in cats. She has been an amazing caregiver for Molly and it hurts me more to know my mom is going to lose her buddy. I offered to take her to find a kitten when she is ready and she said "Oh no, I am much too old, a cat will out live me, its not fair to the cat!". Mom is 76, she is NOT too old for another cat, maybe she could take in an adult from the Humane Society, that was what Molly was. Prayers and white lite please for my mom so she doesn't hurt so much and Molly so that when the time is right she lets my mom know.

   Also, if I could have some positive thoughts for my sister's cat, Indy who is about 8. She has lost control of her back legs and isn't pooping. She took her to the vet and the vet said there is "absolutely nothing wrong with her". She ended up taking her back with the same results. She found another vet and the vet said "all the tests are normal, don't know what to tell you". A third vet, whom her boyfriend uses and is up in Kenosha, WI also said "she is perfectly NORMAL". Ok, a cat doesn't just lose control of her back legs all of a sudden and not be able to poop. I pray she finds some sort of resolution to this problem. Things are not good in the kitty world in my family right now. Thanks for caring. <3

   Posted 1 year ago by mollycat71 #

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   I am sorry for your Molly MC. May you and your family be at peace during a very difficult time. My prayers are with you.

   Posted 1 year ago by SoxsMom #

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   Thanks SM, I do really appreciate that. Its so hard to lose a family member like Molly after 15yrs. I know we have all been thru it but it sure doesn't make it any easier.

   Posted 1 year ago by mollycat71 #

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   I'm so sorry MC...I know how much she means to you and your mom. Hopefully she will bond with your mom again, and that she has a peaceful rest of life.

   Posted 1 year ago by linda #

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   ((MC)) I am so sorry to hear about Molly. I was hoping she would rally. I pray your mom can find peace and strength and that Molly has an easy passing. It's so hard to lose our babies. Prayers and comforting thoughts are with you, your Mom and Molly.

   Posted 1 year ago by cricketsmama #

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   I'm so sorry about Molly and your mom- positive thoughts going out to you. Maybe you can ask your vet to recommend a veterinary neurologist or find one on your own???

   Posted 1 year ago by pucca #

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   So sorry MC!.. prayers and white lights!

   Posted 1 year ago by AV #

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   I am sorry to hear about this, my thoughts and prayers are with you all!

   Posted 1 year ago by Jen #

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   It isn't easy, but in the end you gave her 15 years of good life. I wish more than anything there was a way to make it easier, but there isn't anything anyone can say to make it better. What we can do is give you lots of love and be here to hear story about Molly; that helps keep her alive in your heart and memories. I feel so bad for you so far away and your Mom.

   Posted 1 year ago by SoxsMom #

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    15 years is a long time, but it isn't long enough, is it? I'm so sorry you and your mom have to face the loss of Molly. I'm hoping she will just go to the Bridge quietly and peacefully one night and spare your mom having to double guess the final decision.

    76 isn't too old to adopt another cat, especially if mom finds a senior kitty who absolutely needs a new home. Perhaps Molly will let mom know it's okay and steer her in the right direction when it's time for another little furbody to join Mom.

    Posted 1 year ago by CheetahBoysmommy #

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    I'm so sorry to hear about Molly and about Indy. Prayers and gentle thoughts for Molly, your mom and you, and for Indy and your sister. God bless.

    Posted 1 year ago by Marnet #

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    MC, I forgot Indy. I am sorry. Prayers and hugs to your sis and to Indy. I hope she is okay and that your sister can find out what is wrong with her.

    Posted 1 year ago by cricketsmama #

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    This is the hardest part about having pets, and it never gets easier. I feel bad for your family. White light and comfort to you. I think all we can hope for is our babies don't suffer. 15 years, sounds like she had a good life. I am going to a Healing Mass on Friday night. I will pray for Molly your Mom and you. Please keep us posted MC

    Posted 1 year ago by jeanjellibean20 #

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    Honestly we have been BLESSED. Molly is nearly 19. She was 3 1/2 when I adopted her from the Humane Society. She had been front and back claw declawed in an unsavory manner, had been utilized as the "play toy" for two fight dogs, and was locked in a small coat closet with no food, no water and no litterbox. She was then beat unmercesslly when she pottied on the floor. Animal control removed her from her second home and wanted her "put down" due to the trauma. I feel that not only was she lucky to find us butwe were so lucky to see her blossom into a loving and trusting beauty!

    Posted 1 year ago by mollycat71 #

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    MC, could your Mom possibly get a compound pharmacy to make up the meds so she could put it on Molly's ear vs a pill, or crush the pill and put it into wetfood? I had to do that with both Kinker and Max, crushing the pills I mean and then mixed it into wetfood.

    Prayers for both Molly and Indy, and you and your Mom of course {{{hugs}}}

    Posted 1 year ago by AZDEBRA 5/27 & crew #

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    Molly, I am sorry to hear of this. It is never easy at this point. I hope that when Molly is able, she will look into your mothers eyes and she will know it is time. I have been there as many of us have. Tell your mom this, she will know. I am so sorry for the burden it has been for your mom and you. You have my prayers and love.

    I also am praying for a positive end for your sisters cat, Indy and that whatever is going on with her, comes to a good end.

    Love, mama Lynn

    Posted 1 year ago by Lynn from PA 6/8 #

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    MC, I'm so sorry. I am sending lots of white light, thoughts, prayers and hopes for you and your mom. It is so hard. My heart is breaking for you. 15 years is a long time but not long enough. I hope you feel the hug I'm sending you. You have been such a good kitty mom. Molly has been blessed to have you both.

    Posted 1 year ago by Puddytat #

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    I'm sorry to hear about Molly's declining health. A vet once told me that, barring unusual circumstances, kidney failure is the most "normal" cause of death in cats, especially older ones. What an amazing rescue story Molly has! Your Mom did a wonderful job of giving her a long and happy life above all odds. It is probably too soon to talk about another cat, but there are many senior cats pining away in shelters because no one wants them. As long as your mom is OK with giving meds and taking care of older cats (and Molly has given her great experience) she might enjoy another cat - in good time.

    I also think Indy's problem sounds neurological. I don't know if poison could cause those symptoms, I assume the vets checked for that.

    Posted 1 year ago by NNGM #

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    Oh MC I'm so sorry to hear about the kitty troubles,I so wish we didn't outlive our wonderful fur-friends. One of my best vets suggested that all cats over 7 years of age be on the senior or Hill's CD since the others are hard on their kidneys.
    I had a cat who was paralyzed in the hind quarters,he had thrown a saddle thrombus in his lower aorta but it was rather obvious that he was very ill,he had CHF. It must be a neurological problem in her spine like wiener dogs(couldn't remember how to spell other name)get. Have they x-rayed her? They should possibly see about kitty enemas if her abdomen starts feeling hard.
    Your Mom did an awesome job keeping Molly going,she is 18 1/2 years old.
    Hugs for MC,MC's Mom and sister. [[[[[[Hugs]]]]]

    Posted 1 year ago by Buttercup #

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    Prayers for you and your mom, Mollycat!

    Posted 1 year ago by lisaeylau #

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    MC, how blessed has Molly been to have found such a wonderful, safe and loving home after her very hard start in life. No, 19 years is not enough. 30 years would not be enough. It is the hardest thing to say goodbye. But I think that your mom will know when it is the right time for Molly and I think that Molly will tell her. She has been so loved - what a wonderful thing in the life of this little kitty. Things could have turned out so differently but instead Molly knew only love. And that is what she will remember always.

    I hope that someone can determine what is wrong with Indy and that it can be treated.

    Both are in my prayers.

    Posted 1 year ago by WillowandWindismom #

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    I checked on my sisters kitty, Indy. She has had xrays, urine/feces testing, blood work and even a CAT scan and they have found NOTHING abnormal. I just find it hard to believe NOTHING is wrong.

    Posted 1 year ago by mollycat71 #

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    My thoughts and prayers for beautiful Molly..
    My dilute tortie Molly sends purrs.

    Posted 1 year ago by caroline #

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    MC, I am so, so sorry to hear about both Molly and Indy. Sending prayers and TDK white light to you, your mom, Molly and Indy. For Molly I pray that her remaining time is comfortable and that when the time comes, her passage over the bridge is peaceful. For Indy I pray that a cause for her problems is found and that they are then resolved. For you and your mom I pray for strength and comfort. It is never easy to lose a family member like Molly; she was so blessed to have finally found her furrever home with you and your family. I agree you should look into adopting an older, adult cat for your mom; hopefully that would help to provide some comfort. {{{HUGS}}}

    Posted 1 year ago by Rubia in CA, 4/28 #

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    MC...I'm truly sorry to hear this news even tho we knew it would be here. Sending gentle Hugs for You & your Sweet Mom. Your mom has done a beautiful job of taking over for you on the caring of dear Molly over the yrs. With all Molly endured before she came into your lives,it's nothing short of a miracle that she would live so long a life. You both must've done everything right.
    I Pray that little Molly gets over her fear of Mom.I'm sure it's b cuz of the meds she's had to get every day. I feel your Mom's pain coming thru your post & hope she will find Peace in her heart knowing Molly has had 15 yrs. more than she would have had ,had she not been taken from that horrible place she was in.
    Amy...Thank You for giving Molly a new lease on life & Thank your Mom for being the wonderful caretaker in all their wonderful yrs. together. I will be Praying that Sweet Molly will help your Mom by going peacefully in her sleep when her time comes.
    And Prayers for your sister & poor Indy. I hope she can find someone who can help this poor kitty out. There is nothing normal about what Indy is going thru.

    Posted 1 year ago by feral #

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    {{{MC}}} I'm so sorry about Molly, and sorry that your mom feels like she didn't do enough - she did, and so did you. The two of you gave Molly a wonderful, loving life for years and years, which she never would have had otherwise.

    I hope someone can figure out what's wrong with Indy, that does not sound good.

    {{{MC and mom and Molly}}}

    Posted 1 year ago by Kilroy #

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    MC, I'm so so sorry about Molly and Indy. It's so hard to let go of our babies, and it's so obvious you and your mum both love Molly to bits. She had a terrible start in life but how lucky she was to find you, and be rescued and cherished by you and your mum. I wish there were words to comfort you both. I am sending healing. loving energy to both your girls, Molly and Indy.

    Is it possible Indy is having mini-strokes? Does she get control over her legs back or are they still out of action? Our Abby would lose control in her legs and just fall over -- we rushed her to the vet and they couldn't find anything wrong with her. After this happened twice, the vet said he thought she must be having strokes and that one day soon she would have one large one. Sadly, that was what happened. At least we had a chance to say goodbye to her. {{{{{MC and Molly and Indy}}}}}

    Posted 1 year ago by jcat #

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    MC, just read this sad news. My prayers for Molly, your mom, you, Indy, and your sister. Molly has been blessed to have found wonderful people who have loved and cared for her. When the time comes, I hope your mother is comforted by the many memories of a loving companion.

    Posted 1 year ago by LadyKat of IA #

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    {{{Molly & Mom}}} {{{Indy & Sister}}}
    After such a rough start in life, it is comforting that Molly knows true love. I can understand if your mom doesn't want a kitten, but as we all know there are so many beautiful adult kitties on death row just for being adults and would love to live out their days on someone's lap.
    {{{MC}}}

    Posted 1 year ago by JoanfromNewJersey #

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    Everyone's said already what's in my heart, MC. It's so hard to lose our furkids, for some of us, they -are- our children. Big hugs to you, your mom, Miss Molly, and Indy.

    Posted 1 year ago by Siobhan #

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