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   I so appreciate the Love & Support you've all given Hopper & myself in these past several yrs. & the last few days I've brought him to light again. I felt this needed a different thread. After all the struggles I've encountered this last week trying to help him in every way I can,I've made the decision that tomorrow I'll be calling my vet & asking him to assist in helping Hopper to the meadow to join the others in play. I think it's best. He's been nothing but combative & very dangerous to me in just trying to medicate him for his pain. I can't watch him starve himself or watch him knowing he is pain anymore. Altho it pains me dearly to lose yet another kit I worked so many yrs. & so hard to save, it's been a clear conscious decision. I only hope that you all know I'm not giving up on him...just simply....helping end his pain. All his health issues are surfacing at once & it would clearly take thousands of $$ to only stablize him. There would be no guarentees that after that point he would live much longer. If you could offer him a Prayer that he be at Peace when he meets the Wolf...that he won't fear him but rather...embrace him, I would be ever so grateful...

   Thank You so much for all your support. It's meant everything & the world to me. With Love from Hopper...& always from me...Susie

   Posted 8 months ago by feral #

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   I understand, Susie. Blessings to you and to Hopper. Hopper had a much better life than he ever would have had without you. He will tell everyone in the meadow about his very sweet mommy.

   Posted 8 months ago by Dee #

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   Sending you and Hopper the Blessings of Peace, Susie. His last few years have been such happy ones for him, having his Susie love him so much. Just think of him racing around the Meadow with all the joy of a young kitten again! I have happy tears in my eyes imaging him there!

   Posted 8 months ago by paulajeanne #

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   Susie, none of us would EVER think that you're giving up on him. We all know just how hard you have struggled to keep him alive. But there comes a time when they must cross and you are enabling him to do so with peace and dignity - what more could anyone ask of you. Hopper is ready - he will be at Peace with all those who have gone before. I'd like to think there will be a 'family reunion' of 'Susie's cats' and they will all be remembering how you have saved them and given them better lives and been with them to the end with love in your heart for them. {{{{Susie & Hopper}}}} NEVER doubt what you do for your cats, Susie - you always have their best interests at heart - even to the detriment of your own.

   Posted 8 months ago by KapitiKats in NZ #

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   Susie, you are doing the kind and loving care for Hopper in your decision. Sometimes love means knowing when to let go. You've done your best for him to the degree he will allow. He has had kindness, care and love from you and this is the final kindness, care and love you can give him under the circumstances. Bless you.

   Posted 8 months ago by Marnet #

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   Susie your love and dedication to your rescue kitties is amazing. You have had ups and downs but you always took care of your kitties the best you could. I am sure Hopper knows and appreciates this and will remember you as the sweet and kind lady who made his last number of years filled with love. Many hugs to you as you help Hopper to the Meadow. There will be many kitties to greet him.

   Posted 8 months ago by SylMiaFelixsMomma #

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   God bless your heart Susie{{{{{Susie & Hopper}}}}

   Posted 8 months ago by Buttercup #

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   Hopper has been lucky to get so much love during his life. You are giving him another kind gift by allowing him to move beyond his pain...he will have so much fun with all his new feline friends. Many hugs for you during this difficult time.

   Posted 8 months ago by blackbeltTrekcat #

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   What a blessing and gift you have been to Hopper, Susie. And you are giving him the best gift possible now. I know it's painful but you know you are doing the best thing for him. My prayers with you.

   Posted 8 months ago by Jetta and Boo Boo's Mom #

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    Susie, you have been a blessing to Hopper and he to you {{{Susie & Hopper}}}. He will be greeted by so many in the Meadow, my Ms. B, Max, Kinker, Bonnie, Binky and so many others will show him the way to the best of *stuff*.

    Posted 8 months ago by AZDEBRA 5/27 & crew #

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    Susie, I know it's painful -- I couldn't face it with my Jasper either -- but now I wish I had let him go earlier as he only suffered more pain by staying. You are doing the right thing. Jasper's time had come and it sounds like Hopper's has too. You are putting him first, as always. {{{HUGS}}}

    Posted 8 months ago by jcat #

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    {{{Susie & Hopper}}}

    Posted 8 months ago by Moonshadow_NZ #

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    ((((Susie and Hopper))))
    So sad. I love Hopper!

    Posted 8 months ago by GD #

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    {{{{{{{{{{Susie & Hopper}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

    Posted 8 months ago by SammyandOliversmama #

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    Blessings, prayers and comfort to you Susie. You are brave and kind. Hopper does not need any more pain. It is never easy and always sad. I am so very sorry but you are doing the right thing. Hugs.

    Posted 8 months ago by Puddytat #

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    Prayers, hugs, and gentle kisses to Hopper and you Susie..you gave Hopper so much, he knew love and warmth from you and in the last years got to show you that he loved you too. He is a one of a kind kitty and his struggles are over now...he deserves to be free of pain, be able to run in the meadow, snuggle in the warmth of the wolf. He will be the first one to bound over to you when he sees you again. He loves loves loves you Susie and although it is never easy, it is the right thing. Godspeed Hopper.

    Posted 8 months ago by cricketsmama #

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    {{{Susie}}} Hopper is so lucky to have you in his life. You saved him and made him happy and loved.

    Posted 8 months ago by JoanfromNewJersey #

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    {{{{{FERAL|}}}} You have done an amazing job with all your kitts...Hopper was so fortunate to have you love him, I hope you can feel peace knowing that.

    Posted 8 months ago by katthays #

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    A very painful decision as you have always loved him dearly. May you be at peace knowing you are helping the very best that you can. My prayers are with you both.

    Posted 8 months ago by SoxsMom #

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    Bright Blessings to you and Hopper, Susie. He knows he's uncomfortable and being combative is the only reaction he can make. He loves you, you know he does, but his discomfort is making it difficult for him to show his love right now.

    You're a wonderful and compassionate kitty mommy.

    Posted 8 months ago by Siobhan #

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    Susie I'm so very sorry about Hopper. Even though you know you are doing the right thing I know how painful this is for you. I wish you peace and comfort in the coming days, and a peaceful journey for Hopper as he goes to the Meadow. ((((Susie & Hopper)))) Blessed be.

    Posted 8 months ago by HuddysMama #

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    ((((((((((((((Susie))))))))))))) ((((((((((((((((Hopper)))))))))))))))))))
    You have given Hopper a much better life than he would have had otherwise. He loves you very much and you (and we) love him very much too. To make this decision has been very painful for you. Hopper's body is giving out and he needs to be free. You are a wonderful kitty mom and a loving person. You have sacrificed so much for your furbabies.

    Mittens sends big purrs of healing and Cubby will be waiting for Hopper at the bridge.

    Posted 8 months ago by Mittens #

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    Aw Feral, sending you a big TLC hug as you prepare to help Hopper to the blissful Bridge where he will be healthy find joy & new furry friendships as he waits for you under the care of the Wolf in the Meadow. Crockey sends sandpaper kisses as Dot waits in the Meadow to meet him!

    Posted 8 months ago by jeankit #

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    I felt since you first mentioned Hopper's decline that he would be letting you know very soon that it was time.

    Always remember that at the last, Hopper relented and gave you his last months as a live-in loving and trusting companion instead of a crusty independent and suspicious feral grudgingly allowing you to provide food and some medication.

    Posted 8 months ago by ailuromaniac #

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    Hugs and blessings to you Susie...I can only echo what everyone else has said. Hopper has known love in his life because of you. It will be okay, the Wolf is waiting....Godspeed, Hopper.

    Posted 8 months ago by Shelley #

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    "Do you see that large hedge-row, the most distant one from us in front of the tree line?" asks the Wolf. Mama Cat nods, next to the shoulder of her great friend. Sox shares the space with her and drowses in the morning sun.

    "Beyond that green hedge-row lies the place that separates this Meadow from Life, from the human world," and the Wolf lifts his head, his clear eyes piercing the distant scene.

    "From there," he continues, "from where the living dwell, although distant from us, we catch the scent of that world and its voices."

    "Hopper, our good and brave friend, will be coming to us, soon."

    Posted 8 months ago by Emma #

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    Oh, Susie, I'm so sorry! I know how much time, energy, and love you've given Hopper over the years. There's no way he would've had the quality of life that he did if it hadn't been for you. It's through you that we all feel as if we know him, as well. Bless you, sweetie, and Hopper blesses you too for doing right by him for so long. {{{Susie and Hopper}}}

    Posted 8 months ago by FondaHonda #

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    Shaddo and Jiggs have heard stories about Hopper, as well as some new ones from Ms. Hissy, who winks over at Jiggs as she waits with Mama Cat, Sox and The Wolf. They will welcome Hopper to the Meadow, and they know their mama and her friends will comfort Hopper's human Susie.

    {{{Susie}}}

    Posted 8 months ago by JoanfromNewJersey #

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    {{{{{Susie&Hopper}}}}} Most of us will outlive our fur bebe's and have to deal with the agony of that reality. I am sorry you have to struggle with this. Hopper knows you love him forever.

    Posted 8 months ago by krazikat #

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    I want to HUG every last one of you. You've been my ROCK thru all my Good times,Bad times & my In-Between times here. When no one else in the entire world understood my pain,you all have & still do. I'll be making a call w/in the hour to help him. I can only hope they don't try to make this less important like they did when my Winnie had to be helped. They don't seem to grasp the "suffering" picture as they should. I'm sure they will be slightly uncomfortable to be hearing from me so soon after Winnie since my emotions then made it clear that I was very disturbed over their conduct. Worse yet,the same vet owns all of the vet clinics/hospitals (3) in our town so I must deal w/them...but will try to keep my composure.
    The hardest part of all is....after 3 days of not eating,Hopper ate well this morning...but still sits listless & staring at the wall unless I touch him or pick him up. In my heart I want to hang on but in my mind,I know he will not get better. I know you all have been there & felt this awful feeling yourselves. That's why I love you all so much! I will certainly keep you all updated on upcoming events. And guess what? Mr.Useless is packing to go camping again! He's so spineless & not there for me! Thank You All. I Love You!! Susie,Hopper & the rest of the 4-legged kids.

    Posted 8 months ago by feral #

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