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Related: Culture Forums, Support ForumsThis is Joey's last day.....
My best friend has two furry kitties- Joey and Tommy. She started out fostering Joey (until he was adopted) in 2011. Well, needless to say, he became part of the family. For an entire year, he was so terrified of life that he stayed in her bedroom except to quickly come out to the kitchen to eat. Then, as time passed, he became more and more comfortable. He's ended up being the most loving little guy you could ever hope for. I've always called Joey and Tommy my nephews.
I spend more time over there at their place than any where else other than my home and work. I've house sat whenever she's gone out of town. We spend holidays there (with others that are extended family). I normally go over there every Sunday for an online self-actualization class we've been taking, and I feel part of the family too.
His health has always been dicey. He has upper respiratory issues and now there's kidney failure. She of course, is a wreck. He's only eight years old... I'm thankful I believe in an afterlife.....Please keep my friend Nancy, Joey, and his brother Tommy in your thoughts. I'm on my way to pick her up b/c I want to be with her when it happens. I'm afraid once it hits me I'll feel like I've been punched.
FM123
(10,050 posts)madaboutharry
(40,151 posts)You miss them for a really long time. Hugs.
MustLoveBeagles
(11,563 posts)It isn't easy to lose a fury baby. Condolences ti you and your friend.
Fla Dem
(23,351 posts)You will miss your furry buddy, pal, and brother. But just know you all gave Joey a wonderful 8 years. He was loved, cuddled, petted, scratched and hugged. He was well cared for. He will leave this life having lived 8 wonderful years he may not have otherwise, but for all your love.😿💕
peacebuzzard
(5,124 posts)He brought love into his new little world and new friends.
I am so sorry and sad for you, Joey and the foster mom.
irisblue
(32,829 posts)The Velveteen Ocelot
(115,279 posts)Laffy Kat
(16,356 posts)Sounds like Joey had the best life possible and was very loved and you were a big part of that. My heart aches for you and your extended family.
MissMillie
(38,454 posts)but it's a very strong thing to do when you do what's right for your furr-babies. You're putting Joey out of his pain.
It is most definitely more difficult for the caring human than it is for the pet in question.
My heart goes out to you and Nancy.
Upthevibe
(7,880 posts)We got to the hospital last night and the Vet said they had given him some antibiotics. I'm not sure my friend had all of the information when she previously spoke with the vet. We saw Joey and he was lethargic but not at all in pain. I guess the vet thinks there's a possibility he could pull out of this. Nancy's going to talk to them this morning and we'll know then....Thanks to all for your kind words. I guess there's a little hope but I'm not at all confident...
Fla Dem
(23,351 posts)Upthevibe
(7,880 posts)He didn't get any better through the night...Thank you for asking...R.I.P., Joey..you were very loved...