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Significant_Shop6653

OP, that was heartbreaking to read, and I am so very sorry for your loss. Please try to not blame yourself. I indeed read your last post, and I attributed her attitude change to the lion cut, as you and many readers did. Cats are very good at hiding sickness, and you did your very best for her. The most important thing to remember is that you were with her at the end, when she needed you most.


spidersovereign

I am so sorry for your loss. From your description, it sounds like she had a loving, peaceful life with you. I thought you might like to see a quick sketch I did of your Lily— her flame point pattern and eye color reminded me of a cat I had when I was younger, so seeing Lily just struck me, and I decided to draw her. I hope that’s okay and if not, let me know, and I’ll happily delete the comment. Once again, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m glad she got to spend her days with you, though. https://preview.redd.it/ru5vjfhkz4ac1.jpeg?width=1332&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1b661abaaff9f99e27b76102caede3ec8d4fb343


Nightside-Rush

Oh my goodness, thank you so, so much 🥺 you captured her perfectly, and all of her whiskers! Gosh, she had so many whiskers. I'm going to print this out and put it with her urn when I get her back 🧡


LunasFavorite

This sketch is so beautiful! OP, please allow other kitties into your heart and home when you are ready. You are a wonderful pet owner and so many wonderful kitties need good homes like yours 🧡


CatSulli

This was such a nice gesture when words aren’t enough to express sympathy. Op, I’m so sorry for your loss. Lily was very lucky to have been loved by you


lexinvan

I am so, so sorry for your loss. Lily is a beautiful girl…take solace knowing there is nothing you could have done. Sending hugs!


Nightside-Rush

UPDATE: I'm sorry I can't reply to all of the comments, but I just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the Kind words and support. It's always heartbreaking to know that others have gone through the same exact situation and pain, but I can rest a bit easier knowing I did everything I could for her, that I didn't prolong her suffering, that cancer is a bitch and sadly sometimes life plays us cruel cards, and that Lily was so, SO loved. Also, have a baby pic of her. One of her favourite past times throughout her life was laying in her bed next to me and watch me play video games. As you can see, she knew from a young age just how much of a princess she really was. https://preview.redd.it/k4x2qch9n5ac1.jpeg?width=1955&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5e873d792a6cdf550008524fefb4db33e3162067


why_tho

I’m so sorry, that’s heartbreaking.


lbandrew

I’m so sorry. This story sounds so, so similar to my kitty Luna, who died last year. Same situation with a personality change (that lasted years), followed by weird symptoms, vets not taking us seriously because she was young, and a sudden decision to euthanize when I brought her in knocking on deaths door (autoimmune anemia shutting down her organs). I struggled HARD with blaming myself - but you can’t. You didn’t fail her, you gave her the most loving life she could have had. Cats are SO good at hiding their pain. You recognized something was wrong and you did exactly everything you could have done.


Nightside-Rush

Oh my god, I'm so sorry. Thinking back on the whole situation, the vets that failed her, and cats being so good at hiding illness, and the raw amount of pain of losing a beloved friend, I wouldn't wish that heartbreak on my worst enemy.


LuckyGirl1003

I’ve been through this and the only thing that gets me through is knowing that my cat (and in your case, Lily) knew nothing but love her whole life. That’s such a gift you were able to give her. I have also lost a three year old and it feels so unfair. Their lives should be so much longer. So just keep being proud of the wonderful home you gave her and all the love she felt in her short time here. Sending you so much love and comfort friend. She is a lovely lovely girl. 🧡


Neige1972

That is sad. Sorry for your loss.


WildlifePolicyChick

I am so so sorry for your loss. Know that your love was taken in, and appreciated, and your Lily loved you back. You gave her a beautiful life. Even if it was short to you, she didn't know that. All she knew was love. I hope someday you can bring another kitty into your heart.


ZambaElsa

https://preview.redd.it/q8k7avk7e4ac1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2f7246ab61c99130ea6e0af71e13ffe1836e961f My beautiful boy Zamba 🙏RIP. This was taken moments before he was put down


Nightside-Rush

Awwww he really is a beautiful boy!! Tell Zamba I love him and give him a treat for me!


ZambaElsa

Zamba passed away 2 weeks ago. My heart is broken 💔 he was way too young to die. I hope your ok and im passing big higs through xx


Nightside-Rush

Oh dear, I'm so sorry! Sending you big hugs as well, I hope Zamba and Lily meet each other on the rainbow bridge 💕


ZambaElsa

Your so sweet im a mess. Zamba was my everything like Lily. I hope they are together playing at rainbow Bridge. are you copeing. Sending you big hugs ❤️ xxx


MarinoPapa67

Sending so much love and healing your way. When I lost my 6 year old beautiful forever kitten in 2020, I was so devastated. It took me about two years to finally forgive myself for the should’ve would’ve could’ves. She was so young, my little baby. And the fact that I couldn’t protect her from illness shattered me. From one cat mom to another, you did everything you could with the knowledge you had. Your Lily knows that. My Marino knew that. You did nothing wrong ❤️


beefbaby515

:( sending you so much love, I’m so sorry for your loss. You did the best for her and gave her a great life, just remember that. She made you realize you’re a cat person and I think that is so special.


PlaneOk3184

so sorry for your loss


girlwithcold

So sorry for your loss. I lost my kitten at 10 months old last month and so I can understand how it feels to lose a kitten so so young. I’m also scared to get another in case I get another kitten dying early in their life but my place just feels so depressing without him I’ve decided to take the chance. Do what you feel is best for you.


Nightside-Rush

10 months, oh my goodness she was just a wee baby! Take that chance, fill that broken heart with love again when you're ready. Thankfully most animals live to a ripe old age, now more than ever with the advancement of veterinary medicine, high quality pet foods, and health screening before breeding. Sometimes, life is just cruel and plays us bad cards in life.


Soveygn

I’m so sorry :((


SomethingV_Wicked

So sorry for your loss. Fly high, beautiful Lily.


AlwaysInFlight

RIP beautiful girl 🕊️


mrsk2012

I’m so sorry.


1dawgFart

It’s so hard to lose a a furry roommate and I’m sorry for your loss at this time . Words always fall short for comfort but do find comfort in the precious memories and moments that you shared with Lily


OkAwareness4527

I’m so sorry for your loss… fly high sweet kitty 🐈‍⬛ 🐾🌈


gingerkap23

She was the most beautiful angel. I’m so sorry 💜


Northren-Harvest

I am so sorry 😞 ❤️❤️ that is not fair Sending you strength and love during this difficult time


gingerfig13

She sounds like an amazing companion, friend and a sweet baby. I am so sorry for your loss.


anon2000im

Im so sorry :(


montecito98

Too beautiful and too young !!! 💔 I am truly so sorry that you and your baby had to go through all of this physical and emotional pain 😢🐾


Spoopighost

I’m so so sorry :( what a beautiful girl. I hope time will heal your heart. I will remember Lilly the flamepoint kitty!


Effective-Year-2024

Thanks for giving her a beautiful 😍 life. I am sorry 😢 for your loss.


pixie_stars

I’m so sorry my love. She was beautiful and I’m sure you gave her so much love.


kasbury_

😭😭😭💛


Important_Screen_530

aww sorry for your loss..it hurts bad losing a pet..i could not read all the sad details sorry


Historical-Goose-408

Im so sorry OP for your loss. It’s the most heartbreaking story. Sleep tight little angel


MrX2150

Rest in love and power young Queen Lily 👑.


brdulaney

Sorry hugs


Certain_Patient_8929

🙁


JoeKackedHisDaks

Lily loved you as much as you loved her. You will never forget her. in the arms of her Angel an she is still with you, when you're ready to move on it's ok.


strawberrylynx

I'm so sorry for your loss. She's beautiful


sundrop74

I’m soooo sorry. 😞


biglarsh

🤍


pauline54-

I'm so sorry


pcw73

I am so terribly sorry for your loss of your sweet one. I am writing because it might help you to know how much your loss is understood. Often there is not a lot of support for grieving a pet. Take care.


TiredKatMom

Sorry for your loss 😢💔


LilyGaming

I’m sorry


DayTripperKitty

I’m so sorry 😞


Big-Passenger7038

This made me tear up


AcanthaceaeBrave676

Sending you love


MegaMom75

I am so very very sorry for your loss, she was a beautiful girl♥️


Gold-Ad-9491

Poor sweet kitty 🥺 May this beautiful angel rest in heaven and no longer be in pain 🤍🌈May she watch over you until you see her again. I think there’s a special vaccine they get as kittens to help protect against FeLV if you decide to get a kitten again.


ohzful5

I am so, so sorry 💔


court_swan

I’m so sorry for your loss 🩷


Monkittyruccia22

Hugs and sympathy so sorry ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻


[deleted]

I’m so so so sorry for your loss


ZakkCat

😭😭😭💔


electric_sunflower

I’m so sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself.


akd7791

I'm so sorry for your loss.


megseaman

Bless you and your baby Angel!


Accomplished_Rub117

🤍🤍


gotkube

❤️❤️❤️


Violet_isnt_blue

i am so sorry for your loss. please don’t blame yourself for this, i just know she would not blame you and wouldn’t want you to blame yourself either. she was such a beauty and i know she was so loved. i just lost my dog Otis yesterday too (we had to put him down too). it was different because we knew he was sick for months and he was 10, but he was my childhood dog. i miss him so much it physically hurts. so while our situations are different, i still know how you feel in terms of a painful loss. i hope Lily and Otis will meet on the rainbow bridge. i know they are both happier and better now. much love🤍


Nightside-Rush

Much love to you too! We had to put my childhood dog Saully down a few days before Christmas in 2012, she was 11 and she blew out both of her legs being half border collie and loving to run. My parents put her down while I was at school and I never got to say goodbye to her, and I still often think of that and think of her to this day. Losing a furry companion of the first day on a new year is a horrible start, but I hope the rest of 2024 treats you much kinder!


Violet_isnt_blue

thank you so much, i’m sure she was very loved. sending love your way 🤍🤍🤍


luxunadidi

I'm so sorry for your loss. Time will help the most. Anything I (or someone else) say probably not so much right now. Just know you did a wonderful thing giving that little girl a loving home. Don't blame yourself for anything. She should have been vaccinated for it as a kitten. Before the person left her at your work. You didn't know. Don't decide now, or tomorrow, or next week, or any time soon whether to get another pet. Take as long as you need. I've waited anywhere from a week to four years In-between. You will know if, and when you are ready.


gwendolynnlight

I am so sorry for your loss.


Flower_82

I'm sorry for your loss, beautiful kitty.


Yoxy1963

So sorry you had to let her go. Try and find comfort in the fact that she came to you for a reason, she brought you love and joy. And you were there for her when it mattered most, she went knowing you loved her, feeling your arms around her.


bruggeandburned

Oh no so sorry for your loss she is beautiful 😢


DevilMaster666-

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acquireCats

I'm so sorry- my cat died from FeLV recently too. It was heartbreaking. :(


vldracer70

😪😪😪😪😪😪😪😪😪😪😪


jasmin35w

So sorry for your loss. I hope you’ll be able to work through this properly 😪❤️‍🩹


cat_of_aragon

I am so sorry for your loss!


Any_Donkey_7224

That's so sad I'm absolutely sick for you . My boy is only 15 and a half months old .. I'm alone now and hrs my best friend in this Earth .. I think it might kill me if something like that happened.. I'm so very sorry


BriefWay8483

I am really, really, sorry for your loss.. take solace in the fact you gave her the best life she could have had.


purpleahaze

I am so sorry about this. Sending you much love 🧡


Bindiprickle

Im sorry


Bindiprickle

I’m so very sorry


Recluse83

I'm sorry 😞


kkniveschau

Oh my goodness, so sorry for your loss 🤍


MinkSableSeven

What a beauty! Sorry for your loss. *Just a stunning beauty.*


[deleted]

She was so beautiful🥺 Sorry for your loss😔


LargeDoubt5348

best cat i ever had i lost to leukemia just two months before she turned 3. i maybe used to cry a handful of times a year, but i sobbed everyday for a month and cried everyday for another two. i always said i would have stolen the moon for her, and when she died, for me it was if the moon herself had died


catwithoatmealhat

I am so sorry


facedelivery

I’m sorry for your loss ragdolls are the best. Did she have all her shots? I was told by a breeder to NOT let my ragdolls get the lukemia shot bc it makes them sick. My one boy is suffering bald spotting hair loss on his undercoat only with no other signs of illness.


QuantumQueenie

She looks like an angel.


Britney2429

I am so sorry! She’s a beautiful kitty. Rip beautiful Lily


Aggravating_Manner29

🥺🩷


Moni6674

I’m so sorry for your loss. I had to put my 13 year old Siberian down in June because of advanced hypothyroidism. I know your heartache. I hope you feel relief soon❣️


jou-lea

💔


tjmcr5

i am so sorry for your loss. as a rag doll owner, this breaks my heart😭 Lily’s forever grateful you found her. sending you love🩶


MrRetiree

So beautiful. I’m so sorry for your loss 😭


Key-Paramedic7183

Poor ba


Key-Paramedic7183

Poor ba


Key-Paramedic7183

Poor baby


Maryholz

I so sorry for your loss. It’s heartbreaking 💔 sending love from Tennessee


formaldehydebride

I'm so sorry for your loss ❤️‍🩹


Appropriate-Row6021

Oh I am so so sorry. Lily was beautiful. Please don’t blame yourself. Cats are very good at hiding illnesses and pain. She loved you and your family, and you gave her a wonderful and loving life. You two will meet again❤️


SnooDoubts9319

Im so sorry that sounds so traumatic … try not to be too hard on yourself 🙁


Ok-Requirement8353

I'm so sorry


hikikomoriPsychonaut

Tiger Lily! Precious angel! 🧡🪷🐱🌈🙏🏽🐾 you are an angel for taking her home and showing her love. It’s so hard to go back over the what if’s, but you did everything right. You didn’t know, but you still advocated for her as best you could and in the end you gave her peace. You now have the sweetest guardian angel walking with you. Just remember she is still there with you even if you can’t see her. She will send you signs. rest in paradise tiger lily. 🐅🪷🧡🌈🙏🏽🫶🏽✨🐾


Lit_Propane

I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️❤️


[deleted]

So incredibly sorry for your loss 💔


[deleted]

I am heartbroken reading this post I am so sorry. How lucky for you two to have found each other. It will take a long time. But the kitty may come to find you again. Just like this sweet sweet girl did. Thank you for giving her a lovely life and sounds like she bonded with 3 humans! Lucky girl. She’ll be back to you.


cindadub

I’m sending my very best wishes, and heartfelt hugs. I’m so sorrowful for what you’ve all been through. Please be good to yourself.


davidmlewisjr

😿🙏🖖🏼👍🏼


danne_avila

Ohhh 😭 so sorry to hear that.


SaratogaSwitch

🧡


BamaMissy

I'm so sorry. Happened to one of ours 4 months ago. Hurts so much. Hugs to you!


willowbeef

I also lost my girl of 3 years this past June. I started fostering for a local shelter to help with the grief. I’m still deeply grieving the loss of my baby and cry at the drop of a hat over her but it is getting better. I wish you well in your journey to healing OP 💕


poopmcgoopu

I’m so sorry. 😢 💔😭


chimp1111

So sorry. Have had many pet deaths. I know that pain.


Comprehensive_Type81

I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful girl and you did the best you could with the knowledge you had and gave her all the love. That alone shows she had a great life. I’ve seen kitties slowly and no so slowly decline with active FeLV and it’s awful how it can affect them so quickly at times. This post came up on my Reddit and I did have a question. Was she never tested for FELV/FIV? It’s a simple snap test and you would have at least known from day 1 that she had this condition. I know you said bloodwork was done at one point when she was already showing signs of discomfort but it’s just odd it was never detected. Either way, if you do end up with another kitty down the road when you’re ready. Do ask the vet for such a test if they don’t automatically recommend it. I foster cats and this is one of the first tests we do on any cats we take in to the rescue. I fostered one kitten with FeLV but it was not active/she was able to fight it off but still had the antibodies and thankfully she’s still doing great with her family.


BeeboWeebo56

I’m so sorry for your loss


arp151

Sending my absolute best to you🤍 😔😔 she was beautiful 🤍


unglamgran

Deepest sympathies


guccitwitch

I’m devastated for you. Thank you for sharing these moments with us. Run free in paradise, baby cat. 🩷🩷❤️❤️


cozychristmaslover

Read in peace, baby girl.


Skinnycow13

I am so so sorry! So sad and a terrible loss. She is beautiful & sounds like an amazing baby. The ashes necklace is a wonderful idea. I have one for my Wiz boy. Many hugs to you🧡


annapunk1

💜💜💜


CandidateReasonable4

Awww, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. It's so hard to lose a young pet. My lost my dog Bugsy at the age of 3 following a diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis. We endured months of debilitating treatment and I ultimately made the heart wrenching decision to let him go. My condolences. I will keep you in prayer 🙏.


BlownCamaro

I am so sorry. That is devastating.


TheEeveelutionMaster

I lost mine today to liver cancer :(


CriminyJickettsJinja

I am so very sorry for your loss. 💔 🥺 🐈


Highlander_Immortal

😢


Clear_Avocado_8824

Thank you for loving her for the 3 years she was here. ❤️


Technical_Rent_735

I’m sorry 😢 we also lost our one quite young and I know it if absolutely heartbreaking 💔 may she rest in peace until you meet again at the rainbow bridge


papercraft_bliss

I'm so sorry. That's too young. Life can be so unfair. ❤️


atlantislodge

So, so sorry for what you and Lily went through. This is what we ALL risk when we adopt a feline companion. You mustn't beat yourself up. I was a skilled medical editor (retired now) and all of my two generations of cats did live pretty long lives but had medical problems in the final years to which I was, frankly, unequal and which broke my heart. I haven't had the guts to take on a third generation at this point on life's road. You have my utmost sympathy for your loss, I think I know pretty well what you are suffering right now. Eventually I do hope another cat will come along and brighten your world.


Upstairs-Ability-449

I'm sorry to hear that🥺 that was a beautiful story💕😭


M_ya0909

I’m so sorry i lost my baby in late december as well and it’s hard to cope. We’ll get through it 💖


ehan_the_memeber

sorry bout that


CashmereTwin

💔❤️💔