The Last Hours

Sabrina
@Inlemay (17712)
South Africa
June 25, 2016 3:06am CST
The last time I used a phrase similar to this, was when my mom was suffering an aneurysm and waiting to die. She did eventually die silently in her sleep which was a blessing. My oldest cat of 17 years had a stroke in the night and this morning was terribly disoriented, unable to get our of her bed, nor walk. I contacted my vet who, knowing the family and the history of our beloved Sabrina, has suggested that we keep her comfy and warm and observe her in her last hours. If she is to become too distressed, the vet will pay a home visit to put her gently to sleep . . . I cannot say more - my day is going to be very difficult and sad. keep us in your thoughts.
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@LadyDuck (502396)
• Italy
25 Jun 16
I am so sorry Lany, it's hard when the animals, that are part of our family, are sick and we feel we are losing them. It's a sad moment for you, poor kitty.
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@LadyDuck (502396)
• Italy
26 Jun 16
@Inlemay If she is not in pain, there is no need to do anything, just let her comfortable.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
@LadyDuck my words were no sooner written when another seizure came. We have just gotten back from the animal hospital and Sabrina rests in cat paradise now. Xx
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
she is still just comfortable, not sure how these things happen in animal lives, but there is no need for any euthanasia yet - as she is in no discomfort the vet says
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@just4him (323168)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
25 Jun 16
I am so sorry. She's a beautiful cat. My condolences. I know how much you love your cat. It's so sad when they leave us. She will be in happy company with my Pip and Rascal when she crosses the rainbow bridge.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
She has crossed over.
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@just4him (323168)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
2 Jul 16
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
25 Jun 16
Prayers being said for you and the cat if it is her time to go then make it peaceful with her loved ones near her. I know how hard a time this is for everyone involved.
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
26 Jun 16
@Inlemay I know you must be heartbroken but at least you were with her and she knew she was loved.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
It was peaceful eventually.
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@thea09 (18305)
• Greece
26 Jun 16
Hello Lany, I didn't like liking this if you know what I mean. Have lots of last cuddles with Sabrina.
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@thea09 (18305)
• Greece
26 Jun 16
@Inlemay Kalimera Lany. My strange times coincide with a lighter work load. Hope all is well with you too xxx
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
you always seems to make an appearance at the strangest of times - Kalimera Katerina - I hope you are well. xxx
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
@thea09 its wonderful to get news of you.
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@sunrisefan (28524)
• Philippines
27 Jun 16
With the long years that your Sabrina has been with you, I'm sure it would be painful to see her go.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
27 Jun 16
it was most definitely, but we knew that she had to be free of her pain
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@sunrisefan (28524)
• Philippines
27 Jun 16
@Inlemay Yes. Hope you will get over the loss soon.
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• United Kingdom
25 Jun 16
Oh no it's so sad when animals get ill. Such a pretty little kitty! Love and prayers
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
Thank you
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• United Kingdom
26 Jun 16
@Inlemay How is she doing??
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• United Kingdom
27 Jun 16
@Inlemay Noo! I'm sorry 17 is an amazing age for a cat
@rebelann (117220)
• El Paso, Texas
25 Jun 16
My deepest condolences, I know exactly how hard this is on both you and Sabrina but she is also blessed that her human has the heart to stay with her to the end.
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@BelleStarr (61463)
• United States
26 Jun 16
My heart is breaking for you. Our oldest dog is 14 and we know we are going to be going through this before too long. I am sending you a hugs and a prayer.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
It's a very difficult time. Xx
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@jaboUK (64346)
• United Kingdom
26 Jun 16
I'll certainly keep you in my thoughts Lany, I know the trauma of losing a beloved pet. I hope Sabrina passes peacefully. Edit: Oh I've just read your comment to Anna below - so, so sorry.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
27 Jun 16
thank you Janet - she passed peacefully in my arms
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@Jessicalynnt (50523)
• Centralia, Missouri
26 Jun 16
-hugs- there are no words.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
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• United States
26 Jun 16
my heart goes out to y'all, hon. our furbabies're family, their pain'n sufferin' ours 'n 'tis so hard to see 'em go. my deepest condolences 'n big hugs!
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• United States
27 Jun 16
@Inlemay yer welcome, ms. lany
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
Thank you. X
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@JudyEv (382016)
• Rockingham, Australia
25 Jun 16
I am so sorry. I hope she passes peacefully with her 'family' around her. It is really hard to lose a loved pet that you've had for years.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
we are hoping for that as well
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• United States
26 Jun 16
I am so sorry, your day is going to be difficult and very sad. I am sort of living it as well. My sister, who now lives with my mom, around the corner, lost her cat of 18 years just yesterday. It's really hard to lose a loving companion. I'll be thinking of you.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
Your sister and I will be heartbroken for a time. Be patient with us. Xx thank you for the thoughts
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@responsiveme (22923)
• India
25 Jun 16
You'll are in my thoughts.Take care.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
27 Jun 16
Thank you
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@Asylum (47893)
• Manchester, England
25 Jun 16
It is very difficult when an animal is involved because we feel totally helpless.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
Helpless is the defining word. So helpless
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• United States
7 Feb 17
I was responding to another post, then see your cat to the right of my screen. I looked and see your cat passed the way one of mine did from a stroke, so sorry.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
7 Feb 17
its a sad thing to loose a pet
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@ison_1 (1240)
27 Jun 16
Oh Lany, so sorry to read this :( Love and hugs
@xFiacre (14804)
• Ireland
25 Jun 16
@inlemay Even if it's an animal it's still very hard to watch.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
its a very difficult time
@HazySue (39265)
• Gouverneur, New York
25 Jun 16
@Inlemay I am so sorry to hear that you are losing your precious Sabrina. It is a hard thing to wait for the end. I am praying for you and Sabrina.
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
Thank you
• United Kingdom
25 Jun 16
I am so sorry, my thoughts are with you x
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@Inlemay (17712)
• South Africa
26 Jun 16
thank you
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