Sad day for Lily and Me

[lily's mom]

What a bad day!!!!! We have had Jello for 7 years and had to say good bye to her today. I am about sick to my stomach about it as I had to make the call. She had been acting different than usual for a week and then I noticed she wasn't eating and couldn't make it to the litter box. Very odd behavior in itself. I took her to the vet I had been using for the last 8 or 9 months and he passed it all off as a hair ball. I knew that wasn't right so I took her to another vet. Within the next 12 hours she was drastically sick. They decided she had pancreatic problems that were most severe. They told me she would more than likely not survive this and if she did would be on several meds the rest of her life. Additionally, this could be reoccuring and would probably lead to diabetes also. The ball was in my court and I chose to not have her suffer any longer. Since that decision, I am sick. I don't like playing God and being able to take a life like I did. I am not so sure I made the correct decision even. I hope to NEVER have to make another decision about putting a pet to sleep again.

[txshopper73]

Remember the 7 years that you've had. You made a wise decision for Jello. Suffering should not be a part of an animal's life. You did what was best for your baby. Prayers go out to you this evening.

[simonandhallie]

I'm so sorry for you and for Jello! I can't imagine making that decision but I think you made the right one by letting Jello go so she isn't in any pain. My thoughts are with you!

[hle_625]

I am so sorry that this had to happen to you but I agree that you made the correct decision bc you would not want to see Jello suffer. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[YorkieShadow]

Im so sorry . I know its always hard. Im sure you did the right thing.

[lily's mom]

Thanks all for your support! I really appreciate it!!!!!!!!

[cchu]

omg I am so sorry. reading this made me cry. I had the same experience except they put muffin to sleep and then told me.

[Patti]

I am so sorry! It is never an easy decision and we always second guess or decision but you did the right thing for Jello.

[SoCalyorkiLvr]

She looks just like my Friday that I had for 16 years. She passed away when we were on vacation two years ago February!! I still miss her so much. I am so sorry for your loss of your sweet sweet jello!

[Latuya]

oh that made me cry. I'm so sorry for your loss. I think you did the right thing. She is no longer in pain and is a peace. Bless you and Lily.

[red98vett]

oh am I sorry to hear that....It was the hardest thing I ever did too with my best friend ...my cat Midnight.....then our Cocker... Lady - ITs something you just don't get over .....and sending you the biggest hug....I'm so sorry you lost your Jello.....

[yorkiepip]

I'm sorry for your loss.
I too had to make a decision like that just before christmas with one of my bunnies, but i knew it was best for him as sad as it was for me.
The decision you made is the right one for someone who truly loves there pet.

[rrosenberry]

Oh sweetie, I feel your pain, really, I too had to put my cat to sleep 2 years ago, after 16 years, It is the hardest thing, but Don't feel guilty, you did the right thing by her, she is looking down and thanking you for not being selfish, and letting her go. It takes time, but you will remember all the good times, and the pain will get easier. I know. Take care,and your are in my thoughts today,,and Jello also.
ps~ what a pretty girl.

[sabrinasmom]

That is the hardest decision ever to make, but I think you did the right thing. It's a quality of life issue, and it sounds like she was in a cascading series of illnesses. If it were one thing, maybe it could be handled. Don't be so hard on yourself, and just remember the good times. I've had to put pets down 2 times now (out of a dozen probably), and it's never easy, but it's not supposed to be. My veternarian said I made the right choice, and his advice was do not rethink it... move on. That's hard, but he's right.

If your cat didn't have you taking such good care of her, she probably would not have lasted the 7 wonderful years she did.

Prayers coming your way for your peace of mind....

[smmrpm]

So sorry to hear that! It's always better for them not to suffer though in your heart you knew that and that's why you had to do it for her. Prayers are with you!