R.I.P. Axel

[Laurasia]

Hi guys.

Well my little mouse Axel died last Tuesday at the ripe old age of two & half years.

Thankfully he was able to go peacefully in his sleep. Surprisingly I was okay with taking him out of his cage, setting him up in his little box, & burying him. Though I did finally have a few moments while I was sterilizing his cage & cage accessories where I did break down into tears I have to take some breaks. I found it odd that I was okay with everything except for cleaning out his house.

I miss my little boy a lot, but at least he no longer has to worry about his arthritis acting up or not being able to get around like he used to anymore. And I thank the Gods that he wasn't in pain or distress when he finally had to leave me.

Sincerely,
Laurasia

[Leutnantzursee]

Oh hon, I'm so sorry to hear that and can completely empathize with you, it's so heartbreaking to lose a beloved pet even a wee mousie or hamster, I know. Sometimes its easier to love animals more than people! I'm having a sad time too, my cat Jenny is dying, remember I mentioned back in May she wasn't well? She had a tumour on her back leg and we had to have it amputated. Turns out the cancer has spread and now she's shrunk to a skeleton and is barely moving, not eating or drinking - only if I feed her water with a turkey baster. Added to that, we're on holiday end of this week and don't know what to do about her. Is it best to let nature take its course, or should we book that dreaded appointment at the vets? Its all so harrowing, but at least I've had time to say goodbye to her, she's the sweetest, gentlest little cat and has been with us for thirteen years, she knows we love her and really its got to the point I just want her to cross over and not suffer anymore, but I know I'm going to miss her dreadfully.

Hugs to you hon - I so feel for you

[Storm]

So sorry, hon xxx

[Laurasia]

Thank you everyone. And I'm very sorry to hear about your little Jenny, Liz. I think that it is time to take her in to see the vet though sweetie. Generally I say that letting nature take its' course is the best (so long as the animal isn't in any pain of course!), but if it is doing so that slowly it needs to be helped along. I've had to do it myself, hon. And as awful as that vet appointment is it is also somewhat relieveing because you know deep down that you are doing the best possible thing for your baby in relieving their pain. At least that way they just go to sleep & don't have to be in any distress or discomfort when the time comes.

I will be thinking of you & Jenny & hoping that everything occurs as smoothly as possible for the both of you.

Sincerely,
Laurasia

[Leutnantzursee]

Thanks Laurasia

Yes, sadly Jenny's now gone :-( We made an emergency appointment last night in the end, dashed her off to the vets, but she died in my arms on the way. It was very distressing for her to be in the car wrapped in a towel and I think that stopped her heart beating, she just slipped away as I held her like a baby. I'm glad she did go that way in the end and we didn't have to have her put to sleep, but it doesn't make it hurt any less. I feel so bereft, my heart is aching and I'm off on holiday tomorrow, which is bad in one way, but good because I'm not going to be in the house where I'm constantly reminded of her absence.

Anyway, I shall see you end of next week hon, so won't be around on the boards - we're off to a glamorous four days with my mum in a caravan!

Liz

[Iseke]

*hug* to both of you, I know how painful that is! Hope you are well during all this!

[eiszeit]

Ohhhh I'm so sad to hear about that. Losing a pet is never easy and I wish you well at this time. Lots of hugs and my deepest sympathies.

[Laurasia]

I'm so sorry to hear about Jenny's passing, Liz. At least she is out of pain now. I certainly hope that her death doesn't out too much of a damper on your vacation though. It should be good for you to get out of the house & focused on other things for a while though.

I have gotten a new mouse now. (I originally bought two new mice, but one ended up being quite a bully & not so sociable so we had to take her back.) She is a female albino named Mitzi. She is quite a happy, healthy, curious, & FEARLESS little girl.

Sincerely,
Laurasia

[Leutnantzursee]

Thanks folks for your kind thoughts Yes, it did help to get away thanks Laurasia - it was sad though when we got home, as our other cat was calling for Jenny, now I think she's grasped Jenny has gone, she's become quite depressed :-( But we're giving her lots of cuddles and making a bit more fuss of her, hopefully she'll pick up soon enough. I've had a few pangs since getting home, especially tonight when we had fish and chips for tea, Jenny would go WILD for a tidbit of cod, its those moments you feel sad again, but I feel mainly OK and accepting of it now, we did have plenty of warning I guess. Don't think we'll be rushing out to get another kitten though, for one thing I don't think Ginny would be very happy, she has enough disagreements with next door's cat, God knows what she'd be like with a new housemate!! ;D