goodbye luna

[angelrings1]

I am heartsick and heartbroken. My little 9 year old sphynx Luna died unexpectedly yesterday. I am at a loss of how to handle her death. She was unlike any other cat I have ever had, a true friend and companion. I noticed last week she looked a little thinner and was breathing a little hard, I thought due to the summer heat. By the weekend I was beginning to wonder if her harder than normal breathing was a concern.Otherwise she was fine and chipper, and eating normally. She was due for vaccines and check up, so I made an appointment and took her in yesterday. I told them she seemed to be breathing a little hard in the past couple of weeks. The vet took a listen and said her lungs sounded clear but her heart was a severe concern. Her heartbeat, which should have been around 150 per min., was over 400. After a quick round of xrays and bloodwork the doc called me back to see the xrays. Her chest cavity was full of fluid and there was a clearly visible tumor in the region of her heart. The vet said her prognosis was poor, and the immediate concern was to get rid of the fluid so she could breathe more easily. However, it was already past closing time so he asked me to bring her back in the morning so they would have all day to drain the fluid and monitor her. He said she would be ok overnight, and I could take her home. She seemed pretty lethargic afterwards, I assumed from the stress of the vet trip. She curled up in my lap for an hour or so and slept. After that she got up for a bit, then was in pretty clear distress and having a very hard time breathing, crying a few times, crawled into my lap and back out underneath a table. I was in a panic myself by this time and got her out to head to the emergency vet clinic. By the time I walked from the house to my car with her she was gone.

 

[Lickleone]

Oh I am so sorry for your loss ((((hugs))))

 

[muddpuddles01]

Oh that's awful! I'm so sorry.

 

[mrs.meowalot]

My condolence I'm so sorry for your loss

 

[Alimoore]

This is so sad to hear. My heart goes out to you

 

[GoldHazel]

I am heartsick and heartbroken. My little 9 year old sphynx Luna died unexpectedly yesterday. I am at a loss of how to handle her death. She was unlike any other cat I have ever had, a true friend and companion. I noticed last week she looked a little thinner and was breathing a little hard, I thought due to the summer heat. By the weekend I was beginning to wonder if her harder than normal breathing was a concern.Otherwise she was fine and chipper, and eating normally. She was due for vaccines and check up, so I made an appointment and took her in yesterday. I told them she seemed to be breathing a little hard in the past couple of weeks. The vet took a listen and said her lungs sounded clear but her heart was a severe concern. Her heartbeat, which should have been around 150 per min., was over 400. After a quick round of xrays and bloodwork the doc called me back to see the xrays. Her chest cavity was full of fluid and there was a clearly visible tumor in the region of her heart. The vet said her prognosis was poor, and the immediate concern was to get rid of the fluid so she could breathe more easily. However, it was already past closing time so he asked me to bring her back in the morning so they would have all day to drain the fluid and monitor her. He said she would be ok overnight, and I could take her home. She seemed pretty lethargic afterwards, I assumed from the stress of the vet trip. She curled up in my lap for an hour or so and slept. After that she got up for a bit, then was in pretty clear distress and having a very hard time breathing, crying a few times, crawled into my lap and back out underneath a table. I was in a panic myself by this time and got her out to head to the emergency vet clinic. By the time I walked from the house to my car with her she was gone.

OMG, what horrible news. I'm so sorry, Hon, that you experienced this with your little, loving companion. How can you deal with this when it came as such a shock? You are going to have to give yourself quite a bit of time. You first have to come to the realization. I don't think it fully hit you yet. You will get through this, it is horrible, but you will get through this.
Look through photos of your baby. Try to remember all the good times she had with you and you had with her. Know that she didn't suffer long and have to go through procedures that could have been painful. She went peacefully without you having to make that dreaded decision to put her down.
This isn't easy on you, but you need to give yourself time. You may not have many people in your life that would support you and totally understand how you feel because there are lots of people out there that will say that it's just a cat. BUT, you and I and everyone else on the Lair KNOWS that your darling wasn't just a cat.
PM me anytime if you want to chat.
BIG hugs to you and again, I'm so sorry about this.

 

[Franksmom]

So sorry for your loss.

 

[PrimateLove]

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Know that you did everything you could for her and that she had a wonderful life with you. She has now crossed the rainbow bridge and can breathe free once more. She is looking down on you and telling you she is ok now.

Hugs to you, I know you are hurting right now!!!!! The Lair is a place where friends help friends get through tough times so please know we are here for you!!!!!

 

[NinaGato]

I am very sorry for the loss of your companion.

 

[Graddydani]

How painful for you. I am deeply sorry for your little Luna passing so fast. RIP sweet girl and have no more pain. Thinking of you and sending you positive thoughts and hugs. Please be comforted in the fact that she had a good life with you and was as loved as she could be. (((HUGS)))

 

[Caloci]

I am so sorry for your loss. In typical animal style she showed no signs until it was too late. I am so sorry. Hugs.

 

[assibassi]

i am so sorry for Your loss !! She knows you loved her very much. Huggs !

 

[AbbieS]

Oh my gosh, I am so sorry. I'm crying with you. I can't imagine trying to process all that in such a sudden, short time. It sounds like she had an amazing life with you. Much love to you.

 

[Taraforweb]

:-(((

 

[Retro Kitty]

I’m so sorry. I had a dog pass in a similar manner: sitting on my lap one minute, napping under the coffee table the next, then dead all in the matter of 10 minutes. It is shocking and heartbreaking. It’s been years and now I can look back and be thankful that she went quickly and on her own terms. I don’t know if I would have been able to be selfless enough to let her go when it was best for her. Many of us know how it feels to lose our beloved pets so just know what we are all here for you.

 

[ElvirasMum]

so sorry for your loss.

 

[1sphynxlover]

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. You gave her a wonderful life filled with love and she gave the same back to you. We are all here for you. If there's anything I can do to ease your pain just PM me.

 

[nfaerie]

Hugs. My deepest sympathies and condolences. I have experienced this with a different animal. One minute all normal and the next she was struggling to breathe and died. It was possibly a stroke. I kept on calling her name and patting her. I know she had a good life and everything. It's been almost 3 years and it is still upsetting. Let yourself grieve , it is completely normal how you are feeling.

 

[ZiggyStardust]

I am so sorry for your loss. I understand the shock of losing one so quickly. Our baby girl Obi passed in 2009 within hours of her showing symptoms. Think fondly on all the good times you had with her. She will always be in your heart. ::HUGS::

 

[Hairless Blessing]

So, so, sorry. I will send up prayers for you.

 

[lucylue]

Praying for you!

 

[admin]

I am heartsick and heartbroken. My little 9 year old sphynx Luna died unexpectedly yesterday. I am at a loss of how to handle her death. She was unlike any other cat I have ever had, a true friend and companion. I noticed last week she looked a little thinner and was breathing a little hard, I thought due to the summer heat. By the weekend I was beginning to wonder if her harder than normal breathing was a concern.Otherwise she was fine and chipper, and eating normally. She was due for vaccines and check up, so I made an appointment and took her in yesterday. I told them she seemed to be breathing a little hard in the past couple of weeks. The vet took a listen and said her lungs sounded clear but her heart was a severe concern. Her heartbeat, which should have been around 150 per min., was over 400. After a quick round of xrays and bloodwork the doc called me back to see the xrays. Her chest cavity was full of fluid and there was a clearly visible tumor in the region of her heart. The vet said her prognosis was poor, and the immediate concern was to get rid of the fluid so she could breathe more easily. However, it was already past closing time so he asked me to bring her back in the morning so they would have all day to drain the fluid and monitor her. He said she would be ok overnight, and I could take her home. She seemed pretty lethargic afterwards, I assumed from the stress of the vet trip. She curled up in my lap for an hour or so and slept. After that she got up for a bit, then was in pretty clear distress and having a very hard time breathing, crying a few times, crawled into my lap and back out underneath a table. I was in a panic myself by this time and got her out to head to the emergency vet clinic. By the time I walked from the house to my car with her she was gone.

So sorry for your loss. It's very hard to lose our pet, companion and friend. I'm glad to hear Luna was in your arms when she left this earth, I'm sure she wouldn't of had it any other way.

 

[susi794]

Oh, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that Luna's suffering is over now--I imagine her snuggled up on the lap of an angel, telling what a wonderful family she had and the angel is smiling. Like Admin said, I am so glad she was in your arms. Wrapped in a comfy blankie in the arms of someone she loved dearly was her last memory of home. Not such a bad way to go. I imagine you made her feel less frightened and you should feel glad for that--she didn't have to go through it alone. I also believe that she will be with you always and that someday, you will see her again.

Give your heart time to grieve, but don't be afraid to bring in another little soul that needs a family to love. A love like you shared with Luna is too precious to waste and it is not replacing Luna at all. It is actually an homage to the love you shared with her. You will know when you meet this new little soul that he/she is the one. Luna will be in your heart forever and would be pleased to know you are sharing your heart and home with some little baby who needs a family.

Rest in peace, dear Luna. You were loved--and that is everything.

 

[Nefertari]

Oh gosh how horrible for you to experience such a thing
I am so sorry for your loss, RIP Luna.

 

[kimmyhm]

So sorry for your loss