Apr 16 2007, 11:32 pm - By lvndr44

This may seem like a silly request to others, but it's very important to me.  My 16 year old kitty, "Kritter", isn't doing well and I'm very worried about her.  She has been my constant companion since I became agoraphobic in 1992.  When I needed to feel like there was another body in the house, she was there.  And since I didn't have any children of my own, she's my 'child'.  I've known she wouldn't live forever, and I can deal with it if I have to lose her, but I just can't stand to see her suffer.  If she isn't better tomorrow, we'll have to take her to the Vet, which I really don't want to do.  She gets extremely stressed out in the car and at the Vets ~ and the last time they had her to trim some of her fur (she's long-haired), they had to sedate her; or shall I say over-sedate her.  We thought we were going to lose her; it took a week for her to come back to normal.  She's a very independent cat; she's not the touchy-feely kind of feline.  My husband and I are the only one she lets pet, anyone else has to admire her from a distance ~ which makes taking her to the vet even harder.

I just want her to have peace.  When it's time for her to go, I don't want to have to make the decision to put her to sleep.  It would be so much easier for her, and for me, if she would go to sleep and not wake up.  I don't want her to suffer in any way.

And now I have anxiety and depression coming back.  The stress and worry have just been too much.  I am an extreme animal lover, and I especially love this little girl.  Top that with a sensitive personality, and it feels like an internal time-bomb.  To all you animal lovers out there, thank you for understanding why I bring this to you for prayer. 

Thank you everyone.  God bless you all.

Teri

Apr 17 2007, 1:04 am - Replied by: rose1229

I really feel for you. I have had several cats that have been sick from the get go. And I wouldn't have traded the time I had with them for anything. I say when it's time for them to go then God will give me the power to do what's best. May God bless you. Just give her lots of love. Even though I know she knows she loves you. It's more to have reassuarance for your self .

Apr 17 2007, 1:19 am - Replied by: jeanne304

Hello My Sweet Friend Teri, I am praying for you as I know all that you have written comes from your heart. That is what I have loved about you since the first day I came to JCF, you were the first to welcome me and God exposed your tender heart to me.

This is my favorite scripture and it is from the Message Bible, I always meditate on this when I am anxious and upset.

Psalm 34:18 ( Message ) If my Heart Is Broken, I'll Find God Right There; If I am Kicked In The Gut, He Will Help me Catch My Breath

Hang in There And Know You Are Loved By Many And You Are A Blessing And Encourager To All Of Us And God Will Honor You For That. And I Am Confident That Our Lord Will Give You That Peace That Surpasses All Understanding As You Go Through This Time.

Loving You, Jeanna

Apr 17 2007, 1:25 am - Replied by: iluv2praisehim4ever

Teri, I do know your pain when it comes to this kitty. I actually am a vet tech and I love my animals so much and its so sad to see them suffer. I went through that with my springer. Teri I pray right now for you and for the kitty you love so much. Lord I ask that you help Teri through this tuff time Lord and give her peace about it and help the kitty not to suffer Lord. Please watch over this situation and comfort both Teri and her hubby and the kitty. These things I pray in Jesus precious name,amen

Apr 17 2007, 1:53 am - Replied by: Sonshineinflorida

I feel your pain from afar my sister.  Right before Hurricane Francis, my kitty-witty Michael got very ill.  Something with his liver. The Dr. said he had a slim chance to live, but it would be very expensive...with that my husband said no.  But I did take him to a clinic that would either heal him or euthenize him without my knowledge, and then re-adopt him out.  I cried for weeks, and still 2 1/2 yrs and 2 more cats later, my heart still grieves for him and I yearn for his companionship.  Yes we love our fur-babies, and we pray because we love them. 

I have your kitty's healing and your well-being in my prayers.  I love you...you have my heart (((Terri))).   May God bless you with the best news!  Marcia

Apr 17 2007, 8:59 am - Replied by: myfatheristheking

Terri,

I do not feel this is a "silly" request as I feel the same way about my pets. It is always hard to lose one because they are like members of the family. My prayers are with you and your kitty. May God show you the best way to go and the right thing to do as only He can.

Love ya Sis!
Kathryn

Apr 17 2007, 9:58 am - Replied by: Praising

Oh Teri this is far from silly sis, pets become are family so when they are ill we fill there pain just as we would a person in are family. I will be praying for you and your cat.

Apr 17 2007, 11:04 am - Replied by: Tifa

Hi, there are no silly request, if it comes from the heart.

Father, You know Your child's heart. I ask that You take care of this situation, where in, all that's  involved may be at peace. In Jesus Name I Pray, Amen.

Apr 18 2007, 10:17 pm - Replied by: lvndr44

Thank you all, my wonderful friends for your words of encouragement and prayers.  It's comforting to know that I can always come here to seek solace. 

Kritter seems to be doing much better.  She's got life back in her eyes, and she's taking an interest again in leisurely baths in the sunshine.  (That is when we get sunshine! lol) 

I still have some anxiety and depression, but it's been a stressful week.  Plus it seems the deaths at Virginia Tech are weighing heavier on my heart than I thought they would.  I'm sure you  know how I feel. 

Thank you all again.  God bless and keep you all in His tender care forever.

Much Love,

Teri