Thursday 14 September 2017

Losing our dear cat.

Hi All
I'm sitting in my friends conservatory in Cornwall (while David is fishing ) feeling a little low, so thought I would talk to you, my virtual friends.
While here, my daughter is looking after the old homestead. Our dear cat, Dixie, has been unwell and "under the vet" for a couple of weeks now. Last night YD rang to say that Dixie had taken a turn for the worse and that maybe the time had come (we had already discussed this between us and the vet) As she was talking to me Dixie fitted in her arms and then drifted away. I'm so sorry that we were not there for Dixie and for YD.
Dixie was about 10years, we are not exactly sure of her age as she was a rescue, but she was a young cat when she came to us. She had a great character and was a fearsome rabbiter and we are going to miss her dreadfully.
As I am away I can do little more that post these few words, but when I get home I will gather the photos of Dixie that I have posted over the years to put up as a sort of tribute

Tearfully
Gillx

26 comments:

  1. So sorry to hear about Dixie. Big hugs to you Gill and to YD, it must have been so upsetting for her. Dixie is past suffering now and you gave her a wonderful, safe life with you. God bless x

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    1. Thank you so much PP. YD is so pleased she was with her at the time, rather than find her alreday passed away. x

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  2. So sorry to hear about Dixie - it's awful to lose a much loved pet.

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    1. P.s. coincidentally as I type this we're sat on Looe beach ( we're on hols) - we have sun at last!!

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    2. I could have popped onto the sands to see you. David is fishing from Looe and I take and bring him back each day!

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  4. I'm so sorry for your loss. :(

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    1. Thank you. I know you are a cat person and will understand .x

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  5. So very sorry to read this. She was being cuddled when she went which is lovely though.
    J x

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    1. It's a great comfort to know it and YD was pleased it worked that way too.
      x

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  6. Oh Gill, what terribly sad news! I am so sorry to hear it. I know you will miss Dixie dreadfully. Once they get a place in our hearts, it's like a part of us goes with them.

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    1. You are so right Leigh she was abig part of our lives. I will miss her walking the paddock with me each morning, in particular. x

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  7. Pets are such a comfort to us and such a great hole to fill when they go.

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    1. I am not at home at the moment (returning on saturday) and know the house wont feel the same without her. She was quite a presence! x

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  8. So sorry Gill, it is always so sad to lose a beloved pet.

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    1. Thanks Weave. I do hope you are keeping well and looking after yourself.

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  9. So sorry to hear that Dixie has left you. It is comforting for you to know that she as not alone and YD was with her at the end.

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  10. Non pet owners can never understand how devastating it is to lose a dog or cat. They are as much a member of the family as a son or daughter, and we probably see far more of them. I'm very sorry for your loss.

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    1. True they tend to say things like "It's only a cat"! when they all have their own personalities and a place in your home and heart.Thew dogs will miss her too (though will also gain a guaranteed place on their own beds now she is gone, as ruled the roost)
      Thanks Cro.

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  11. You know you have the sympathy and understanding of anyone who has ever had an animal companion. The loss of these dear little beings is very deep and very painful, and we send you virtual hugs.

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    1. Thank you so much Vivian. I am home now and tonight we chose Dixie's resting place. Tomorrow we will lay her to rest with a little headstone.
      Gillx

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  12. So sorry for your loss. Rest in peace dear puss.

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