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    Well yesterday was a long, sad day.


    One of our kitties named Harpo had to be put down. He had been acting a bit off the past couple of weeks, and for about the past 4 days hasn't been eating or drinking much of anything, and his breathing had become very labored.


    We took him to the vet a couple days ago and was diagnosed with pancreatitis. We were give some meds to give him and it wasn't helping. In fact, he was fighting us the entire time, so we ended up taking him right back the following night. They ran more tests yesterday morning and found a cancerous tumor in his chest that was filling his lungs with blood and fluid, which was also causing his pancreatitis. He was deteriorating rapidly and his breathing was getting worse.


    Unfortunately, there wasn't anything that could be done at this point because the cancer was already too far along and was affecting pretty much all of his organs including horrible acids that were draining into his stomach which was making him not want to eat and drink.


    So we had no choice but to make the tough decision. We cried and said our goodbyes, and... You know the rest... Hell, I'm tearing up again just writing this...










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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    So sorry to hear of your loss. It’s always tough losing a pet.


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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Thank you Mike, and yes it is very hard. It never gets easier.
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    So sorry for the loss of your cat. And no, it never gets easier to lose our pets at the end. We all know what the deal is when we get a kitten or a puppy, but it sure never helps when the time comes. My boxer Maggie has cancer in her sinus cavity and has been undergoing radiation treatments since the beginning of January. Her treatments end this Wednesday and we hope we bought her another 18 months of good quality of life. Again, my condolences for the loss of Harpo.
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    RIP Harpo
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Sorry to hear about Harpo. They get to be part of the family.
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Beautiful Cat, RIP Harpo
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Our 19yo tibetan terrier also may have to face the same issues over the next couple of days. Sorry for your loss.
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    My condolences on your loss. Rest in peace Harpo.
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    So sorry to read this Charles. My condolences.


    Mark, hopefully Maggie will be pain and cancer free.

    Nick, I am sorry to see that about your terrier. 19 years is a great run.

    All these pets give unconditional love to us. It's terribly sad seeing them go.
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Condolence - Family pets are just that, family.


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    We lost a family member yesterday...

    My condolences.

    My shiba is only 2 years old and I wish he could live with us forever.

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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    My condolences. We know what a difficult time this is for your family.
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Thanks everyone for all of the wonderful words. It's greatly appreciated.
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Our pets are so near and dear to our lives. Charles, condolences to you and your family.
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    So sorry to hear Charles. My condolences on your loss. I truly know how you feel. I’ve had to put down numerous cats in my lifetime.

    Rest in peace Harpo.
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    So sorry to hear. Godspeed, Harpo.

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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Sorry about your loss. Never easy to see a pet friend and family member leave. Just think about the joy Harpo brought you and the family.
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    עליה השלום (Rest in peace, Harpo).

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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    I am a little late to post. Sorry for your loss. It is always a difficult time when you lose a pet.

    We had to put to rest our beautiful Giant Schnauzer Zeus of 11 years 8 months 2 weeks ago and we are still at a loss and grieving. My wife cries daily. He was like the 3rd child we never had. He was a great friend, guardian and protector of the family. Unfortunately, osteosarcoma (a type of aggressive bone cancer) took his life. He was my shadow and I find myself still missing our daily routine of walks, belly rubs and butt scratches.
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Apologies for missing this. I’ve now held five of our dogs while they passed, and it doesn’t get easier. In this case, your story hits me hard as my childhood dog was named harpo (but, it was a she, and I still miss her).

    Best regards for you and the family.


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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    I’m so sorry for your loss.
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    Re: We lost a family member yesterday...

    Sorry to hear of your loss Charles. Such a beautiful cat.
    Our pets are our lifeline in this crazy world.

    Never easy to let them go ...
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    Charles.......Just saw this thread today. Very sorry for the loss of Harpo. As tough as it was, you made the right decision to end the suffering. Losing a family member is always devastating. May Harpo rest in peace.
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