Dan Guillory Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 Seven years ago, family circumstances conspired to implant a house pet into my life for the first time. My daughter managed to implant a little sphinx kitten into our home. I have always been very anti-cat but this little guy seemed harmless enough so I figured I could tolerate him until other arrangements could be made. So, you might know it, this little fellow attached himself to me...the very person trying to get rid of him. He took great interest in everything I did, watching very carefully. He was always waiting at the door for me when I got home and followed me to the door to say goodbye. As time went on, I got used to the attention and he was always there to comment on my cooking, reloading technique, and television programming. He loved to watch the outdoor channel with me (really!) and favored bird hunting shows. Any program with birds received his rapt attention. After a few years, I learned that some sphinx cats are born with a heart condition that shortens their lives. Unfortunately, my little buddy developed a heart problem at about age 5. Today, he passed away at the vet's office and I can't believe how much it hurts. The house seems empty without him. The daughter offered to get me another kitten but I don't want this pain again. He was more like a puppy than a cat in many respects. I don't think I could find another like him. I still can't believe I could get this attached to a cat. 4 1 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XSIV4S Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 2 minutes ago, Dan Guillory said: Seven years ago, family circumstances conspired to implant a house pet into my life for the first time. My daughter managed to implant a little sphinx kitten into our home. I have always been very anti-cat but this little guy seemed harmless enough so I figured I could tolerate him until other arrangements could be made. So, you might know it, this little fellow attached himself to me...the very person trying to get rid of him. He took great interest in everything I did, watching very carefully. He was always waiting at the door for me when I got home and followed me to the door to say goodbye. As time went on, I got used to the attention and he was always there to comment on my cooking, reloading technique, and television programming. He loved to watch the outdoor channel with me (really!) and favored bird hunting shows. Any program with birds received his rapt attention. After a few years, I learned that some sphinx cats are born with a heart condition that shortens their lives. Unfortunately, my little buddy developed a heart problem at about age 5. Today, he passed away at the vet's office and I can't believe how much it hurts. The house seems empty without him. The daughter offered to get me another kitten but I don't want this pain again. He was more like a puppy than a cat in many respects. I don't think I could find another like him. I still can't believe I could get this attached to a cat. I'm sorry to hear that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWARREN123 Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 Sorry to hear. Pets can capture our hearts and leave a hole when they are gone. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crockett Posted July 18, 2018 Share Posted July 18, 2018 I'm sorry as well. Glad you 2 had some great time together. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortyofforty Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Sorry for your terrible loss. Give it some time, then consider adopting a shelter cat. Most are executed, and deserve better. Again, sorry for your loss. I know how bad it hurts. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 So sorry to hear this sad news. So tough to lose a family member. My sincere condolences. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pistolay Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 I'm sorry for your loss. It's hard to lose a pet. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigobsessed Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Very sorry for your loss! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batesmotel Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 You won’t find another one. They find you. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdsnet Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 I am sorry for your loss. Four weeks ago I had to put my 18 year old cat down. We adopted him at a shelter for my daughter but like you he picked me, maybe because I picked him at the shelter. This cat was 1.5 years old and had been in the shelter for four months before going home with us. He was a black and white calico with soft long hair. When I let him out of that cage to check him out he was so pleased and would not stop head butting my leg. We named him Sylvester and he was the most loyal cat, got along well with our dogs and our younger cat too. He remained very healthy until his kidneys failed. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBO Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Sorry for the loss of your pet.Our furry friends are simply the best.Sincerely Sent from my Jack boot using Copatalk 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aomagrat Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Pets matter. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitesite Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 I know how much you now grieve. Condolences. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janice6 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RPKclone Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Really sorry to read this. I'm sorry for your loss. My gf was always a big dog fan. She had 2 great boxer dogs when I met her. They have since passed and she decided to save a little cat from the shelter. Almost every day she says to me that she cant believe how she ever got attached to a cat. We now have 3 kitters and are always on the lookout at the shelter for another old cat that keeps getting passed by to give it another chance. Maybe you could give that a thought. Cats are awesome! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ASH Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 sorry for the loss it hurts , we have had pets all our lives , and we donate and help support rescues ans no kill shelters. i know it hurts and it never goes away but please think about rescuing a furr friend there are so many that have never had a chance. the chihuahua rescue in my sig the other day raided a puppy mill there were several that were in small wire cages for years , did not know what grass was . in the last 2 years we lost 4 cats and 2 pups . we rescued to other pups \ its not to take the place but to give furr friends a family and a chance at a happy life . i hope once the pain wains a bit you will give that special furr baby a new daddy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Huaco Kid Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Our ol' kitty is around 18. We know it's coming, but still. This summer looks like it's been pretty hard on him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmgunshooter Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 So sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is one of the hardest things to do. Remember the good times and in time it will get better. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Eric Posted July 19, 2018 Administrators Share Posted July 19, 2018 2 hours ago, Dan Guillory said: Seven years ago, family circumstances conspired to implant a house pet into my life for the first time. My daughter managed to implant a little sphinx kitten into our home. I have always been very anti-cat but this little guy seemed harmless enough so I figured I could tolerate him until other arrangements could be made. So, you might know it, this little fellow attached himself to me...the very person trying to get rid of him. He took great interest in everything I did, watching very carefully. He was always waiting at the door for me when I got home and followed me to the door to say goodbye. As time went on, I got used to the attention and he was always there to comment on my cooking, reloading technique, and television programming. He loved to watch the outdoor channel with me (really!) and favored bird hunting shows. Any program with birds received his rapt attention. After a few years, I learned that some sphinx cats are born with a heart condition that shortens their lives. Unfortunately, my little buddy developed a heart problem at about age 5. Today, he passed away at the vet's office and I can't believe how much it hurts. The house seems empty without him. The daughter offered to get me another kitten but I don't want this pain again. He was more like a puppy than a cat in many respects. I don't think I could find another like him. I still can't believe I could get this attached to a cat. It’s funny how pets will decide to be buddies with the one person in a household trying to hold them at arm’s length. I guess playing hard to get is a technique that transcends species. I’m sorry for your loss. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pax Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Sorry for your loss, pets have a way of leaving a part of them with us when they leave. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holyjohnson Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Prayers and Condolences. you did good by your buddy,sorry for your loss. God Bless. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RugerCat78 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 (edited) I am very sorry for your loss. Companion animals are amazing. Focus on the wonderful times you had with him, and don’t shut your heart from loving another animal. Thank you for loving Sylvester so much ❤️ Edited July 19, 2018 by RugerCat78 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cubdriver Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. They always seem to move on too soon; in this case especially so. It sounds like you gave your little buddy a wonderful home and life, and he will be waiting for you on the far side of the bridge... Critters like that give unconditional love, and that's an amazing thing. The hurt will fade, and the good memories reassert themselves in time, and eventually, when the time is right, another will burrow into your heart and take up residence. My deepest condolences. -Pat 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Guillory Posted July 19, 2018 Author Share Posted July 19, 2018 Thank you all for the kind replies. I knew you would understand. At some point in time I will be taking your suggestion to adopt from a shelter. Way too many waiting there. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMyers Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Just few months ago we had to put down Grace at the age of 15, she was a dog that my wife wanted to adopt from the pound and I didn't really like. Just as in your case, she grew on me and I will have to admit I turned into big old crying idiot when we finally had to put her down. Yet, as I was reminded to remember all the good times. Pets are wonderful additions to our lives and you have my sympathy with the lose of yours. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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