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Title: RIP to Cally Post by: Falconatic1 on 01-Jan-13, 12:07:17 PM Yesterday we lost our kitty Cally. She was a long-haired calico cat with golden eyes. Her fur was brilliantly colored. On March 12, 1993, we adopted her from the Nevada Humane Society. She was about a year old then, so she was around 20 years old. This wasn't sudden, as she has had failing kidneys for a few years, and been on a prescription cat food diet, and took Meds to help her. After a couple of weeks of slow decline, yesterday she became too weak to walk, so with the help of our loving veterinarian we gave her the last precious gift of release from this world.
Cally was an indoor only cat, and really was our baby. She loved life, she loved us, always wanting to be beside Bob or I, or on a lap being petted and purring. It would be much appreciated if one of you who knows how would please light a candle in her memory. Cally enhanced our lives, and we are grateful for having had her for so long. Wishing you all a happy and loving New Year with all of our animal friends. Debbie in Reno Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Donna on 01-Jan-13, 12:13:35 PM http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=Cally (http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=Cally)
I'm so sorry Debbie and Bob, I sure know how you feel. I started a Candle page for your beloved Cally. :sorrow: Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Dot_Forrester on 01-Jan-13, 12:54:08 PM I'm so sorry for the loss of your Cally. It's always hard to lose a pet family member.
Dot in PA Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: OlRedHair on 01-Jan-13, 04:50:25 PM I too am so sorry for your loss. I am a true cat lover and have an indoor cat, Wesley, who shares everything with me. I am thinking of you. I'll be lighting a special candle in Cally's honor. And also looking for a bright star in the heavens. Please accept my sincerest sympathy.
Nora in NW Florida Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: marytyson on 01-Jan-13, 07:25:25 PM I, too, know what it is like to love and lose a special pet to failing kidneys. Although I have had a number of cats over the years, there are some that hold a place in your heart that hurts for a long time. And it's so hard to know when it's time to let them go. You did know, and gave Cally the release she needed.
Mary in Charlotte (NC) Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Falconatic1 on 01-Jan-13, 07:37:45 PM Thank you, Donna, for starting the candle page. Thanks to all who have posted their sympathies, and who have lit candles. It really does help to read these comforting words. I am thinking about all the wonderful years we shared. Thanks again, falcon friends!
Debbie Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Tokira on 01-Jan-13, 07:52:43 PM Yesterday we lost our kitty Cally. She was a long-haired calico cat with golden eyes. Her fur was brilliantly colored. On March 12, 1993, we adopted her from the Nevada Humane Society. She was about a year old then, so she was around 20 years old. This wasn't sudden, as she has had failing kidneys for a few years, and been on a prescription cat food diet, and took Meds to help her. After a couple of weeks of slow decline, yesterday she became too weak to walk, so with the help of our loving veterinarian we gave her the last precious gift of release from this world. Cally was an indoor only cat, and really was our baby. She loved life, she loved us, always wanting to be beside Bob or I, or on a lap being petted and purring. It would be much appreciated is one of you who knows how would please light a candle in her memory. Cally enhanced our lives, and we are grateful for having had her for so long. Wishing you all a happy and loving New Year with all of our animal friends. Debbie in Reno Hugs to you all, for giving her a wonderful loving life, and, as you say, that last precious gift. It never gets any easier to say Goodbye. Perhaps some day, in her memory, you will have the opportunity to give a good life to another kitty. :kittykiss: Carol WV Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Donna on 01-Jan-13, 08:01:14 PM Thank you, Donna, for starting the candle page. Thanks to all who have posted their sympathies, and who have lit candles. It really does help to read these comforting words. I am thinking about all the wonderful years we shared. Thanks again, falcon friends! Debbie My pleasure Debbie. I'm a cat mom, indoors and out. I know how you feel. We care! :heart: Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: OlRedHair on 01-Jan-13, 08:43:18 PM (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/02/amydy7es.jpg)
For Cally. Nora in NW Florida Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: MAK on 01-Jan-13, 10:50:32 PM I had to put my calico cat Doobie to sleep after her kidneys gave out on her! It's not an easy undertaking to let go of our loved ones. We feel your pain Debbie... :sorrow: :kittykiss:
Title: RIP to Cally Post by: Falconatic1 on 01-Jan-13, 11:22:35 PM I don't know how to include a photo here. Anyone who would like to see a photo of Cally is welcome to email me directly off list at xxxxxxxxxxx.
Have a good evening everyone! Debbie EDIT: I removed her email address to prevent spammers from stealing it. You can contact Debbie by sending her a forum Personal Message by clicking on the speech bubble icon to the left of this post. -Shaky Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: jeanne on 02-Jan-13, 01:04:54 AM I am so very sorry :( It is never easy to lose them
Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Nic1Pic on 02-Jan-13, 03:32:11 PM Very sorry for the loss of your Cally. You did the right but hardest thing you had to do for her.
Nicole Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Donna on 03-Jan-13, 06:38:36 AM (http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r32/djweeds/Cally_zps32842e4b.jpg)
(http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r32/djweeds/Cally1_zps2b9e051b.jpg) (http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r32/djweeds/Cally2_zps1c16c755.jpg) (http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r32/djweeds/Cally3_zps5b4b82cf.jpg) Debbie sent me these pics of her beautiful Cally to post. I will let her tell you about each picture. Thank you Debbie. That first pic, uh oh! :angel: Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: MAK on 03-Jan-13, 06:48:24 AM Beautiful kitty! :kittykiss:
Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: OlRedHair on 03-Jan-13, 08:18:16 AM Oh Debbie, Cally is beautiful! I can sure relate to how much you miss her.
I lost two kitties at around age 20 to kidney failure. I so hope soon the happy memories will begin to overshadow your sadness. I am finally able to think of Rusty and Ashley without tears. I think of all our special times together over my 20 year Navy career. RIP sweetest Cally! Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Falconatic1 on 03-Jan-13, 08:47:54 AM The photo of her sticking her head out of the Christmas tree was in 1993, her first Christmas with us. Holy cow, there is a real tree in the house! Up the trunk she went! The next pic is of her sitting on the foot rest of our loveseat, giving me the "Don't you want to use those hands to pet me?" gaze. The one of her by the water bowl was last week, the day after Christmas. See how all that silky, fluffy fur disguises the fact that she was too thin? The last pic was taken Monday, showing her stretching out on the floor beneath our Christmas tree trying to find a position of comfort. After taking that pic we took her to our vet for her release to the next world, where she has all her strength, beauty, and personality again.
Every day I feel better, though I still expect to see her everywhere in the house. Thank you again to all of you who have sent comforting messages and have lit candles for her. The great thing is that life always goes on. Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Donna on 03-Jan-13, 09:02:40 AM Quote Every day I feel better, though I still expect to see her everywhere in the house. I know! :( Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Kris G. on 03-Jan-13, 11:19:24 AM I know too after losing our cat, Toby, 4 months ago because of severe arthritis. He was losing his ability to walk and the pain pills weren't helping anymore so it was time to let him go. He was only 13 yrs old and the most wonderful pet- beautiful and very affectionate. I miss him everyday. :(
Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: pdk on 15-Jan-13, 04:59:05 PM I am so sorry about your Cally; I know how much it hurts. Patricia NE Florida Yesterday we lost our kitty Cally. She was a long-haired calico cat with golden eyes. Her fur was brilliantly colored. On March 12, 1993, we adopted her from the Nevada Humane Society. She was about a year old then, so she was around 20 years old. This wasn't sudden, as she has had failing kidneys for a few years, and been on a prescription cat food diet, and took Meds to help her. After a couple of weeks of slow decline, yesterday she became too weak to walk, so with the help of our loving veterinarian we gave her the last precious gift of release from this world. Cally was an indoor only cat, and really was our baby. She loved life, she loved us, always wanting to be beside Bob or I, or on a lap being petted and purring. It would be much appreciated if one of you who knows how would please light a candle in her memory. Cally enhanced our lives, and we are grateful for having had her for so long. Wishing you all a happy and loving New Year with all of our animal friends. Debbie in Reno Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Bird Crazy on 24-Jan-13, 06:02:57 AM I am so sorry for your loss, she is beautiful. She is still there with you its just that now she lives in your heart :heart: instead of your house.
It's never easy to loose a fur-baby Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: valhalla on 25-Jan-13, 05:17:23 AM Rich and I are so sorry for your loss, Deb, and know exactly what you are experiencing.
In an effort to remember Cally and do something to honor her, I want to remind everyone that it is January and the White Sales are on. Take your old sheets, towels, and blankets to your local vet and/or shelter - the caretakers need them for the animals. Let's do something positive to remember beautiful Cally! :eyecat: Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: Falconatic1 on 25-Jan-13, 08:46:14 AM What a wonderful idea to honor Cally, and all of the sweet animal companions that we have all known and loved. I think I will purge my linen closet this weekend. Thanks, Janet!
Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: valhalla on 26-Jan-13, 07:22:03 AM What a wonderful idea to honor Cally, and all of the sweet animal companions that we have all known and loved. I think I will purge my linen closet this weekend. Thanks, Janet! :thanx:, Me, too! Title: Re: RIP to Cally Post by: OlRedHair on 26-Jan-13, 07:37:44 AM Great idea to honor sweet Cally.
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