I took Roo into my vet today and the prognosis isn't good. He is dying of congestive heart failure. I hope to be able to bring him home tonight for a few days of good-bye. Dr. Lisa, my vet, is draining the fluids from around his heart and lungs to make him more comfortable. He is a Maine Coon purebred that I brought into this world with my first litter of kittens. This weighs heavily on my heart. I am responsible for his being here. I haven't bred Maine Coons for quite some time and it was before I knew about HCM (congenital heart disease) that I was excited about breeding these cats. Mine was always a small, loving environment to bring these kittens into the world, and I was never into it for profit, but I want to say right now that while I realize the importance of breeders to ensure the longevity and health of purebred cats, I rue the day I decided to embark upon my own short-lived breeding program. Not just because I am about to lose my Roo, but because of the kittens out there that may die soon to this disease and leave heartache behind. Ignorance is not always bliss. I am heart-broken with the thought of losing my dear Roo, but I will not let him suffer or keep him alive for a few months on artificial means. Help me, help him to the Rainbow Bridge. Pray for Roo and pray for me that the passage will be swift and filled with love.
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I'm losing my Roo
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Posted 1 year ago by CatRancher #
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I will pray for you both catrancher
Posted 1 year ago by TheKnittingNinja #
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I'm so sorry, CatRancher. I know you wouldn't have allowed breeding if you'd known of the heritable condition. Even a negative ultrasound scan of a cat with the disease doesn't mean the cat hasn't inherited it; multiple genes identified thus far play a role. Also know that HCM isn't restricted to Maine Coons, nor to purebred cats.
Roo knows he's had a good life with you; that's the important part. He's been loved and treated well. That's so very much more than some other poor kitties ever get, in their entire lives! You might want to check and see if your vet is willing to make a house call to perform the final act of love (if it's needed). I've found such service is a blessing to reduce stress at that time, for both the cat and the owner.
My heart goes out to you.
Posted 1 year ago by anncetera2 #
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CatRancher, you have my deepest sympathies for both you and Roo. You have given him a loving, happy home and he has loved you in return, those are blessings in today's world. This is a tough time, you are in me and the crew's thoughts. And please don't blame yourself for this condition, unfortunately these conditions happen amongst all creatures on this earth and we can never know when or to whom it will occur.
Posted 1 year ago by AZDEBRA 5/27 & crew #
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So Sorry CatRancher...I can feel the aching of your heart. At times like this I am reminded of how meaningful it is that Roo has known love. This is truly huge, it is with great anguish that I try not to think of the dear little ones that have passed who never in their lives knew love. Please try to find comfort in that the love you have given him will live on forever, it will not have been wasted or forgotten an it will carry him through forever. I pray that Roo will ease to the Rainbow Bridge, only to be quite amazed to find so many friends he didn't even know he had waiting for him. I also pray that you find peace and comfort in your other little furry faces.
Posted 1 year ago by Tigerlilly #
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Catrancher, you are in my prayers and I pray that Roo has an easy trip to the Rainbow Bridge.
Posted 1 year ago by Bogman, Clark and Andy's mama 2/27 Florida #
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Oh, precious Roo - we will all be here to help you cross the bridge. CR - you have given Roo a lifetime of love. He may leave earlier than any one thought but he has been loved. As have the kittens that were brought into this world with love. I have lost much loved kitties and know how you are feeling. Yes, we will pray for a swift passage for Roo. And you must know that he will be waiting for you, whenever that time may come. You have given love. What greater gift could there possibly be? If even for a short time the gift of love is everything. We hold Roo in our hearts, and you as well. Cuddle him close and tell him how much you love him. Wouldn't we all be blessed to leave this life with words of love in our ears? Peace, CW. And to Roo - you have so many friends waiting for you.
Posted 1 year ago by WillowandWindismom #
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Catrancher - many sympathies and I will be thinking of you and Roo. You've given him a wonderful life - never regret that.
Posted 1 year ago by KapitiKats in NZ #
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I feel your pain CR. I too breed Balinese, and I always end up with more neutered and spayed balis because I couldn't bear to see them confined, and never have made a profit. I just love them so. So I understand your love for the breed, and every individual you have raised.
Sending you peace and gentle energy to help Roo's journey to the Rainbow Bridge, and to you to help ease that pain that never really goes away when we lose a loved one.
Peace, hugs and purrs.Posted 1 year ago by artistabobbi TX 1/17 #
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CR, I am so sorry. Please don't ever feel sorry that you brought Roo into the world. Instead, my friend, celebrate the love you shared. Surely your life would have been much poorer without little Roo; else you would not be so heartbroken now. Remember the good times and give Roo all the love you can in the time you have remaining.
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I'm so sorry, CatRancher. Maybe Roo will find Jiggs and they will see that they're related. I've got a heavy heart, so I'll just say that my thoughts are with you at such a sad time.
Love JoanPosted 1 year ago by JoanfromNewJersey #
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We hold you in our hearts and prayers CR.
Posted 1 year ago by Crazycatman - AZ #
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I was just admiring your Roo the other day! Admiring that muzzle of his. May his passing be peaceful for the both of you. May you remember the happy moments with pleasure, knowing that he is no longer suffering. Many hugs.
Posted 1 year ago by paulajeanne #
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Oh, CR, I am sooooo sorry to hear about your Roo. I lost a cat to cancer about 6 years ago and it was heartbreaking to lose someone you have loved as much as we love our cats. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this very hard time.
Take care and God bless.
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You have my prayers for a gentle passing for Roo when the time comes. {{hugs}}
Posted 1 year ago by Kitten Whisperer #
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Catrancher...I'm so deeply sorry for Roo's illness. I clearly know the pain that's in you at this time. I hope his passing is peaceful. Since he means so very,very much to you,maybe you could consider what Chuck & I did after losing our beloved Cowboy just recently. We had him cremated & entered into a beautiful little locked box so we have him with us always. {{{HUGS}}}
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I am so sorry to hear of this, Catrancher. My prayers are with you and the dear fur baby. Love Lynn
Posted 1 year ago by Lynn from PA 6/8 #
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Catrancher this is heartbreaking news..Roo is such a beautiful cat...You have truly given him the very best life any kitty could ever hope to live. Like anncetera says..so many others have known nothing but pain and suffering their whole lives. I know you will miss him but I know he will still be watching over you from the bridge and expects to see his mommy happy and carefree as he will be remembering you. God Bless you and know I'm praying for you and Roo. {{{HUGS}}}
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My deepest,heartfelt sympathies and prayers are with both of you,Catrancher.
The Lord knows what's in your heart and I know for sure Roo does too.Neither wish it to see you suffer so; keep Roo as comfortable as you can and know that they both love you forever. Your treasure and Roo's is stored up in Heaven. -
Catrancer, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Roo will know he is loved and be able to go to the Rainbow Bridge in peace. And you can know you have given him the very best life possible.
Posted 1 year ago by rainingwolf 6/15 #
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Catrancher, my prayers and thoughts are with you at this very tough time. I pray that Roo's passing is both peaceful and full of love. My heart goes out to you at this tough time.
Posted 1 year ago by SylvesterMiasMomma #
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Roo is in congestive heart failure. I have him home with me tonight. Dr. Lisa drained the fluid from around his heart and lungs and he is comfortable now. He is on a couple of meds and we will wait and see how he does, but I think I will have him put to sleep next Monday. Thank you for your kind words and prayers.
Posted 1 year ago by CatRancher #
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CatRancher, my heart goes out to you and Roo. I remember when my Kinker was dying in late 2005/early 2006, he finally passed on Jan 22, 2006 at home. It still breaks my heart thinking about him, but I know he is in a better place and waiting for me.
Posted 1 year ago by AZDEBRA 5/27 & crew #
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CatRancher, you have my thoughts and prayers at this sad time,over the time Roo has owned you, you have held him in your arms and snuggled him, whispered in his fluffy ears that he is magnificent, laughed and cried with him over his antics,I'm sure Roo knows he is loved just by your actions. May his passing be gentle and loving. {{{{Hugs}}}}
Posted 1 year ago by Moonshadow_NZ #
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