Walter, Wally, McNutty, Ballsy McGee, our baby

[Molly Pearl]

We had to make the decision last night to say goodbye to our Walter. For the second time in as many weeks he was having respiratory distress. We gave him an extra dose of lasix but saw no improvement- his respiratory rate was hovering around 45-50 and his breaths were wet and crackly. We knew this time would come and we wanted to let him go before he was suffering or in pain.

We held him and kissed him for a while and then put a warm sweater on him and gave him a feast of sardines, which he ate with his usual gusto. Then we went to our vet and held him as he passed. The hardest part for us was making the decision to let him go even though he was still alert and eating and able to get around. We just didn't want to wait until it was a desperate situation...we think we made the right choice for him.

We love you Walter-- our Ballsy McGee, our baby Wally.

 

[Catzzzmeow]

I am so sorry. You know in your heart you gave him the last gift possible....peace and no pain. Keep the best memories closet to your heart. Hugs are sent.

Patti

 

[Yoda mom]

@Molly Pearl , I am so so sorry for your loss of Walter...He lives in your hearts forever and ever -

He counted on your unselfish love to give him wings to the bridge to fly pain free and whole -
To say goodbye on a good day surrounded by a feast and love is true selfless act of love -
You did right by him giving him love dignity and peace when he needed it most -
(( hugs))) to you and yours
^Walter ^ only knows your love

Rest in peace ^Walter^ you touched hearts forever and ever

 

[Lickleone]

(((((Hugs))))))

 

[assibassi]

Hugs to you ! So sorry for your loss. Rip Walter .

 

[NinaGato]

I am very sad to hear of your loss. It is so hard to make that decision. He couldn't have had a better family.

 

[Hairless Blessing]

:cry: My heart breaks for you.

 

[Xandria]

I am so very very sorry about your loss. Do not doubt yourself ever. You gave Walter the best life, and it's so clear there was so much love in your family for each other. He is at peace, and so can you be. And you both have such wonderful memories. Hugs.

 

[admin]

So sorry to hear this news. RIP Walter.

 

[MelissaAlice]

I am so sorry for your loss
(((HUGS)))

 

[Molly Pearl]

Thanks everyone. We're doing okay- and hugging Sturgeon extra tight.

 

[ninnifer]

Hug yourself extra tight too!

 

[Tausmom]

So sad to hear this news. *hugs* for you and yours.