Mousie had a seizure at 11:45.

[Are_grits_groceries]

I think she's passing. My vet is closed. Emergency clinics are 2 hrs away.
I am just petting her and telling her stories. I don't know if it's the right thing, but car rides upset her a lot.
I don't want to make it hard on her.
My brother has had a lot of experience with cats and he said that being with her in a quiet familiar place was probably best. So here I am.
She's softly purring while I'm softly talking to her and crying.
My heart is breaking.
Grits

[G_j]

1. so very sorry

they are like our children.

[shenmue]

2. {{{mousie}}}

I am sorry.

[herding cats]

3. I'm so very sorry!

Does your vet have an emergency number you can call?

Again, I'm so very sorry.

[Hekate]

4. You're doing the right thing for now

I don't know the story of Mousie, but I'm sure she's had a good life with you. You can walk her to the beginning of the rainbow bridge, then let her go, knowing you will meet again where all hearts are healed.

[nadinbrzezinski]

5. You are doing what is probably best for her

Hugs

[jwirr]

6. Very sorry. Our old dog has been having a siezure every now and then for years. It is terrible to

watch them suffer.

[Autumn]

7. I'm so sorry.

[villager]

8. Oh Grits. It's such a tought, hard thing to go through

You are doing right by Mousie, staying by her side.

Take care.

[LiberalEsto]

9. I'm so sorry, Are_grits

It's good that you can be with her and ease her passage.

[enlightenment]

10. I'm so sorry, grits.

Be strong.

Thinking of you both. hugs.

[snagglepuss]

11. I'm so sorry.

[BrotherIvan]

12. So sorry

I've been through this a couple of times. Being with her is the very best thing you can do. This could be a long term thing in that she might not be passing immediately. My cat began having seizures a year before he died. You are absolutely right that not stressing her by putting her in the car is the best thing.

[KittyWampus]

13. XOXO I always tell my beloved pets their job is done. Somehow it feels like they

need to know that it's okay to leave since they spent their whole lives sticking around being such good, dependable friends.

So hard to lose them.

[libodem]

14. I'm so sorry

I have borrowed time with Ralphie. I almost lost her this winter. I cried a lot, too.

[PCIntern]

15. ----It is sad----

I sat as you are sitting with a total of 9 cats and three dogs in my lifetime...I know that feeling...

My deepest sympathies.

PC

[warrior1]

16. I'm so sorry

Sending loving vibes for your baby.

xo

[cui bono]

17. Awww....

Give her a pet from me.

[Rex]

18. I'm sorry grits.

Been in your shoes...all I could do is cry and try and comfort my babies. One died from an aneurysm and the other a stroke.

Life is precious, but we don't really know what that means until the years become minutes and then seconds.

[spanone]

19. ...

[gademocrat7]

20. So sorry, Grits.

[TeeYiYi]

21. (((((((Mousie and Are_grits_groceries)))))))...

+

TYY

[PotatoChip]

22. I'm so sorry about Mousie.

She knows you love her, so take heart in that.

[GoCubsGo]

23. I'm sorry.

Are there any other vets in town? One of them might have an emergency number, and that vet might be decent enough to come to your house and help her pass.

I think your brother is right, and I hope that Mousie goes peacefully and quickly.

[Jack Rabbit]

24. I feel for you

A couple of years ago, Pancho died as I held him.

[Iwillnevergiveup]

25. (((Mousie and Grits)))

Oh, how I feel for you...it's the worst to see our pets go through illnesses. I have no experience with seizures in cats, but I've met plenty of kids who have had them. For what it's worth, a very common reaction is a long sleep - sometimes hours. So you probably are doing what's best for Mousie right now, but she may surprise you and make a comeback.

I'm rooting for both of you!

Suzanne

[Solly Mack]

26. I'm so sorry, Grits.

[yourout]

27. The hardest thing about having pets is having to say goodbye.

[aristocles]

28. I don't understand people and cats. Cats make me deathly ill.

But good thoughts to you anyway. Peace.

[JanMichael]

36. This thread isn't about you

Maybe you could just write "good thoughts to you," and lose the "anyway."

[Skittles]

63. see

when someone is imparting how upset they are over anything, it's never good to immediately comment on how you do not understand their feelings - the kind of sentiment you expressed is better in a generic thread about cats, not a personal one. Just sayin'.

[11 Bravo]

77. OK, who are you and what have you done with our Skittles? Someone just scheduled ...

themselves for an ass-kicking, and instead they're getting counseled?
Someone needs an ASS-KICKING! Yes INDEED!

[Skittles]

81. yeah

sometimes I think people are just clueless as to how they come across - example, my coworker whose mum died of lung cancer - it made me cringe hearing people ask her if her mum smoked - I would ask them later, why the F*** did you ask that? If her mum had died of a heart attack would you have asked, "Did she eat right?" "Did she exercise?" Sometimes you just need to say I'M SORRY and be done with it if you're that clueless.

[Logical]

40. Save face and self delete this POS post

[aristocles]

44. So I visited a friend's apartment for the first time. He had a cat. I almost died.

EMT had to revive me.

[JanMichael]

51. My wife was a paramedic

you weren't "revived" by an EMT. You might have had an anaphylactic reaction to the cat's saliva, urine, dander- etc- but, you would have been taken to the ER. You should probably avoid cats, no question. However, that doesn't excuse your extreme rudeness on this thread.

[Heidi]

61. You didn't die.

Good grief. Please stop with your disruption. If you want to discuss your alleged cat-induced near-death experience, why not start your own thread instead of sh!tting in this one?

[Tree-Hugger]

71. But you're not at your friend's apartment right now

You're on the internetz, on a message board, and someone is posting about their grief over the impending loss about their pet. You're not going to die because someone posted about their cat. Have some tact.

[Logical]

83. Why discuss this on a thread about someone losing their cat? Jesus, what is wrong with you? n-t

[RKP5637]

108. Ignore!

[awoke_in_2003]

111. So you had to wander in here...

and piss all over the place?

[Electric Monk]

172. They won't be posting again until May. That's five hides for them since Feb. nt

[awoke_in_2003]

174. I was severely tempted...

to gain my third hide.

[pinboy3niner]

207. Pizza has been delivered by EarlG. nt

[11 Bravo]

49. What an unbelievably insensitive and all-around shitty post.

Congrats, we may need to name a DU award after you.

[aikoaiko]

62. And the jury results are in...

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Explanation: I hate living with cats. I think they are foul creatures (and I say that so that you don't this hide is coming only from cat lovers) but this is the wrong thread to express those ideas. Have some class and sympathy for someone who is hurting.

Thank you very much for participating in our Jury system, and we hope you will be able to participate again in the future.

[kentauros]

120. While their original post didn't get hidden,

I don't think we have to worry about seeing that one again. Five hidden posts in five weeks, with three today alone! And so, it's now "Flagged for review." Hopefully, we'll next see "Posting privileges revoked."

[Ms. Toad]

152. And 2 of the 4 hidden posts were straight out of the right wing playbook...

Wonder how they survived this long.

[kentauros]

157. You never know what will cause anyone to go over the edge.

This seemed to cause their flame-out, for all the wrong reasons. Definitely one sorely needing a donation of tact.

[Systematic Chaos]

184. What I *want* to post about the person is 10x worse than what they did, so I'll demure.

That is, other than to say I hope you're right and that they'll soon be gone.

[AngryOldDem]

125. You are doing the best thing.

She is in the arms of someone who loves her.

Peace.

[AngryOldDem]

124. And I don't understand people who seem to have no empathy for other people's pain. n/t

[840high]

134. Not the place or time

for your post.

[PatrynXX]

163. Aunt is very allegic to them

but has them anyway.

[rhett o rick]

200. This is not the appropriate place to discuss your lack of love for cats. nm

[mike_c]

29. I'm so sorry to hear this....

[Duppers]

30. :(

Poor Mousie.
Sending cyber hugs to you.

(Thought I was the only person who had a Mousie kitty. Ours was a rescued siamese who ruled the roost.)

[pacalo]

31. Aww, grits...

[TexasProgresive]

32. This is so sad. My thoughts are with you and Mousie.

[Bobbie Jo]

33. ((((Hugs))))

Mousie is lucky to have you.

[Gothmog]

34. I am so sorry

[anniebelle]

35. oh, I'm crying too.

So sorry, it's so hard to lose one of your babies.

[JanMichael]

37. So sorry

to hear that- I hope Mousie is OK, or passes really easily. It's hard to lose family members- vibes from our family-

[Android3.14]

38. My sympathy

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[JanMichael]

42. Not all the time

please delete this. This is just upsetting- you can't "google" and figure out if a cat is in pain or not. Why upset the OP any more?

[uppityperson]

45. My cats purr all the time, purring doesn't always mean in pain.

Please don't upset the OP more by posting like this. thank you

[Android3.14]

52. Of course

We had one of our cats die at Thanksgiving while also suffering from seizures, and the vet told us that the purring was a coping mechanism to deal with pain. With the additional problem of incontinence, we made the tough but humane decision to take his pain away. Sure, purring is often a sign of a happy cat, but in this case, it's pretty obvious what's what.
I recognize she is upset, and I share the sorrow, especially having gone through it recently.

[Are_grits_groceries]

66. JUST.SHUT.UP!

I have googled enough cat stuff to upset me enough.
Your post did not help!

[uppityperson]

86. Please consider self deleting, see the OP's reply to you. Thank you for your consideration

[Ms. Toad]

148. Even if the purring is part of a coping mechanism,

I know my animals well enough to know that if I had the choice between a long ride (which they are terrified of) to a place they are terrified to have them put to sleep, would stay with them and comfort them at home unless they were obviously in pain.

We have both put animals to sleep, and let them die on their own. Sometimes the added torment of being taken to the vet is crueler than (perhaps) slightly longer discomfort in a place they feel safe. I think grits knows Mousie well enough to know which is best.

[herding cats]

69. It's also a means of self soothing.

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My thanks to you. You did the proper thing.

Purring is something which researchers don't honestly understand. It's hypothesized it goes all the way back to the kitten mother relationship. Is a sign of soothing contentment. Such as when the kitten feels safe and nurtured by its mother. That much most researchers agree on.

[BlancheSplanchnik]

39. I've been there too.

Our babies....... we love them with every atom of our being.......

[Fla Dem]

43. My heart is breaking for you Grits. Peace and love to you and Mousie. nt

[uppityperson]

46. Purrs to Mousie and to you. It is too hard.

[Warpy]

47. I've had two cats who went that way

I knew one of them was on her way because she'd gone blind and one pupil was completely blown. The other had a simple surgery a week earlier to drain fluid out of a cyst and was doing well until he seized. He never woke up, just stayed comatose until he died later that day.

Both got rushed to the e-vet to get their fuzzy bottoms full of Valium. My girl kitty had about 10 hours of good time before she started to slip away. My boy kitty just never woke up.

If she seizes again, talking to her and giving her gentle pets as she comes out of it is the best thing. The post seizure state can be terrifying to a human and probably is to a cat.

[lillypaddle]

48. Sorry, Grits

You will help each other through this terrible time.

[mnhtnbb]

50. I'm so sorry, grits.

We had a wonderful kitty boy named Mousie, too. Sending you both light
and love and hope for an easy passing for your Mousie. She knows
how much you love her.

[IdaBriggs]

53. So sorry.

[ReRe]

54. So sorry, Agg

I hope you're wrong. If she is purring, isn't that a good sign? Just continue what you're doing. If she is indeed passing, she'll do so in peace and love. She could not have found a better master than you, Agg.
You give Mousie all your love and we'll give you all of ours.

[11 Bravo]

55. Shit, man, I'm so sorry. (I got so busy responding to some abrasive dickhead ...

on this thread that I forgot to send my thoughts your way.)
I've buried three dogs, and it never got any easier. Hang in there, and we're here if you need us.

[JanMichael]

58. :( and you never

quit missing them either. That's the worse part- is grieving a unique family member- and some folks act like they can be "replaced." Pets cannot be replaced- ever. It's so hard to lose them.

[Savannahmann]

56. I am so sorry

I hope he pulls through. I know all too well how tough it is.

[KitSileya]

59. You have my sympathies at this difficult time.

Nothing I can write will make this any easier, but know that you are not alone.

[Behind the Aegis]

60. I am very sorry.

[Skittles]

64. we are here for you

yes we are

[pnwest]

65. My heart goes out to you, as Kit said, nothing

I can write here will help other than I hope you know we're all there with you in spirit, petting BOTH your heads.

[mercuryblues]

67. Oh Grits

I went through the same thing over the Xmas holidays. One thing the vet instructed me to do is Physical therapy. Move her legs like she is riding a bike. If she recovers, it will help her with mobility.

I ended up having to put her to rest the day after Xmas. It broke our hearts and I hate that you have to go through this. Give her your love and a scratch behind the ears for me.

[Are_grits_groceries]

68. As of 3:45pm Mousie is hanging in there.

She seems a little better, but who the hell knows.

Thank y'all for such kind thoughts and vibes. I just needed to reach out.

[herding cats]

70. We're all in your and Mousie's corner!

[uncommonlink]

72. Just getting ready to ask you for an update.

Sending you and Mousie kind thoughts, vibes and a hugs.

[niyad]

175. welcome to du

[uncommonlink]

176. Thank you.

[SoCalDem]

73. Whatever happens, just know that she loves you, and you made her life a wondeful thing

It sucks to lose them.. We have lost 3 this past year..Mommie (aged 17) Amber (aged 21) and Bubby (aged 8..heart disease & diabetes)..

You just have to think of what her life would have been without you

[Mz Pip]

75. It's never easy.

Sending good thoughts your way. I'm sure in her own way she appreciates the care you are giving her.

[Paper Roses]

78. Kind thoughts from this kitty lover.

Been through major issues with 2 kitties in the past. It is hard to handle. I wish you peace and serenity. May Mousie make it!

[66 dmhlt]

79. My second cat had a history of seizures & lived to be 19 yrs. old ...

If s/he had been well prior to this, and had no trauma, I would bet they're probably just idiopathic seizures. My vet said they're not that uncommon for cats.
The critical thing will be determining the etiology. But as long as s/he's no longer having the seizure and otherwise seems stable it shouldn't be a problem to continue your supportive therapy.
PLEASE do keep up posted on how things are progressing.

[aroach]

185. I also had a cat that had seizures

He had seizures for years and finally died at a ripe old age of kidney disease -- nothing to do with the seizures.

I hope that Mousie recovers.

[Auntie Bush]

84. grits: Having seizures doesn't mean she's is dying. I know 2 people

who have dogs who developed seizures and they lived quite awhile...one even lived for years. Only you know her condition and how serious it is before she had the seizure. If she was very ill before... then maybe this is it. But if she was fairly well, then maybe she has some good time left when you can get a vet and some medication for seizures.

I wish you and Mousie so much luck and I'm sending healing prayers.

[GoCubsGo]

88. Thanks for pointing that out.

Some of us forget that seizures are not necessarily fatal. I am glad to hear that Mousie is improving. Keeping my fingers crossed that she'll pull through...

[uppityperson]

85. Hugs to you and purrs to Mousie

[Behind the Aegis]

91. Glad to hear it.

I will say this to make you smile...

Go Tigers!

[Are_grits_groceries]

129. Awwwwww!

That did make me laugh.
Coots aren't all bad to us taters.

[Bossy Monkey]

104. Go Mousie! n/t

[Ellipsis]

112. yay.

[awoke_in_2003]

113. glad to hear it, grits.

[glinda]

116. If you know of any health conditions please post. Maybe some can help.

I say call a Vet. Get some advice. There are many things that trigger seizures. Not all are fatal. i sympathize with your situation. We are an hour away from a Vet. But there is usually someone we can call for free advice.....thinking of you and your kitty....

[stevenleser]

119. Hope she makes a full recovery.

[flvegan]

122. Hope all is still well, and improves even further.

[Tree-Hugger]

74. Lots of love to you and Mousie

I've been through this with several pets. It's never easy. They're our babies.

[hrmjustin]

76. I am so sorry!

[africanadian]

80. I'm crying with you

They're so much better than us. I hope she has a peaceful passage.

[DevineBovine]

82. Blessings. n/t

[niyad]

177. welcome to du

[DevineBovine]

206. Thank you, niyad!

[jtuck004]

87. Grits, you are doing the one thing that a lot of people don't or can't, being there with Mousie.

I think your brother is giving you good advice.

I've done what you are doing with our family over the years more than I can remember. That makes you both very special.

We will be thinking of you and Mousie.

[one_voice]

89. I'm so sorry....

it's incredibly hard to see our pets like that.

Thoughts for you and mousie.

[secondwind]

90. You are doing the right thing! I did this for a small kitty that eventually just passed away on

my lap.

So sorry that you are going through this..... but being close by is the BEST thing for Mousie..

[tavalon]

137. I second that

The last one of my animals that I had to euthanize, I had the vet come to my home and I help him, chest to chest until he passed. I would never do it different ever again. It was my last gift to him, to be close to the one person he loved from 6 weeks to 17 years. Did I cry after. Yes, so much but it was such a comfort to us both, to have him leave still being protected by his human mommy.

[catrose]

92. so sorry

hope she continues to get better

[redstatebluegirl]

93. I am so sorry, this is always so hard.

Cyberhug from another pet parent. I understand what it feels like I am so very sorry....

[R. P. McMurphy]

94. My heart goes out to you and Mousie.

My best wishes for her.

[virgdem]

95. I'm so sorry to hear this, Grits...

just be there for her-sooth and comfort her as long as you need to. And take care of yourself as well!

[pnwmom]

96. I'm so sorry. Are there any vets in your town that make house calls?

There actually are around here, for situations like this. Also in my sister's city.

[appleannie1]

97. So very sorry. It is always difficult when a beloved family member is ill.

Your being with mousie is the best course of action. Continue the soothing and assurances of love.

[Tikki]

98. Hugs to Grits and Mousie….

Bing there with her means every thing.


Tikki

[me b zola]

99. Sending love and comforting vibes {{{{mousie}}}} {{{{Grits}}}}

[lunatica]

100. Hugs

My dog Kalinka passed in my son's hands at home while he was talking to me on the phone, telling me what was happening. Taking her to the vet would have been pure torture for her. I'm glad we didn't.

[onecent]

101. I'm so sorry to hear this. Our little fur babies crawl into our hearts and

even though we cannot keep them forever, I know Mousie loves you. May Mousie be at piece....my
heart is breaking with you.

[Brigid]

102. (((vibes))) for Mousie

And for you, grits.

[redwitch]

103. I am so sorry grits!

I hope Mousie's passing is easy.

[RKP5637]

105. Ohhh, I'm so sorry to hear this! I've heard the same, kitties often like a quiet

place to pass on. I think you're doing the right thing. I lost my kitty of over 12 years a few months back, I wish I could have done the same with him.
I'm sending all my good vibes to you and Mousie.

[brer cat]

106. aw, grits, this is awful.

I feel for you honey...wish we could take away the pain. Warm vibes for Mousie and hugs for you you.

[dogindia]

107. yes. best to be with and love

I have done this many times. My beloved creatures do pass. I also find great solace in being with their bodies for some time before burying them and putting flowers around them. I feel their spirits still with me and cherish that.

great love to you and your pet. their spirits will soar when they transition.

l
m

[Worried senior]

109. I'm so sorry,

I hope she recovers, if not you know you are doing the best you can for her.

We had a dog that hated riding, got sick and we had to take him to the emergency vets, after that he went everywhere with us.

[cry baby]

110. Thinking of you and Mousie.

My heart breaks for you. Seizures are very scary to watch.

I hope she isn't, but if she is passing, may she pass in peace and in your arms listening to your loving voice.

[Prophet 451]

114. I am so, so sorry

We've lost four ourselves and it never gets easier. Worst thing about having pets is that we're never ready to say goodbye to our babies. My SO worships Bast, I'll ask her to include Mousie in her prayers.

[ashling]

115. So incredibly sorry.

Just went through this with our dear Patches.

[irisblue]

117. ((Grits)) ((Mousie))

many of us know this time....
and many are holding you in their hearts and prayers

[kentauros]

118. I'm so sorry and I sympathize with you, Grits.

And, we're here for you

[alsame]

121. ....

Healing vibes for Mousie.

Hugs for both of you

[Call Me Wesley]

123. Sending god vibes to Mousie and you.

Went through it. Peace and comfort to both of you.

[TuxedoKat]

126. So sorry to hear this

I am nursing a sick cat and it is so heartbreaking. I saw your update so I'm hoping the seizure was just a one time thing and that Mousie recovers and has many more years with you. I think the purring is a good sign, BTW. I once read a theory that the reason for purring is that it may be self-healing for cats. Be sure to give her food and water so she doesn't get dehydrated. Water may stimulate her appetite too. Chicken baby food (nothing else, I think Gerber brand is best) is appealing to cats and easy for them to eat when they are sick.

[Hun Joro]

127. I'm so sorry. I have sat with many cats as they passed.

It's so traumatic for cats to go to the vet under the best circumstances. I've had a number of beloved cats simply wear out in their old age, having grown weaker and thinner at the age of 18 or so. I have sat with them and petted and talked to them as they drew their last breaths. It's a precious, even a sacred thing to share with an old friend.

I believe you are doing the best thing for your friend. I'm sorry for the pain you're going through.

[vt_native]

128. So sorry, Grits

I hope your furbaby is comfortable and well soon. If she must cross the rainbow bridge, may she do so peacefully.

Best to you both.

[PumpkinAle]

130. So sorry to hear

this Agg - sending you and Mousie love and hugs.

[Are_grits_groceries]

131. 8:00pm and Mousie is still with me.

She seems to be about the same as she was at 3:30. She is hanging in there.

There is a vet here who has Sunday office hours. I am going to call them for a visit and/or advice.

[Violet_Crumble]

133. I hope she's going to be okay...

I'm glad yr taking her to the vet. They'll be able to work out what's going on. I went through something similar with my dog in late January, so I'm really feeling for you right now...

[840high]

136. Hugs to you and Mousie.

[Omaha Steve]

138. Great news

Fingers crossed.

[herding cats]

143. I'm glad to hear this.

Both that Mousie is holding on, and that you've found a vet to speak with. Having been in a similar place a few years back I know how helpful it can be to get to speak to a doctor. My vet eased me through my baby kitty having a terminal illness. Those were some very painful months. I'm very lucky to have had a compassionate vet. I hope you're as fortunate.

You're in my heart tonight. I've enjoyed reading you for ages and I know what it is to truly love a furry family member and be afraid of losing them.

My prayers, vibes, thoughts are that things work out for you two in the best possible way.

[kentauros]

159. It's good to hear that,

as it's good for you to know as well

[1monster]

167. Grits, if it gives you any hope, I have a fifteen year old cat that I have been sure

was going to leave us at any time in the last year and a half. But every time I think she is in her last few days, she surprises me and gets better. I hope Mousie recovers quickly and healthy for you for a good while yet.

[closeupready]

179. Hoping Mousie gets better...

From one cat lover to another...

[CountAllVotes]

132. I had a cat w/feline epilpsy

Do you have any "Dial-A-Vet" folks where you live? Even where I live (rural area) there are a few around.

Perhaps you could call your vet and ask if they know of one that could come to your home and help you and your beloved cat find a peaceful end to this suffering.

And yes, the cat is suffering. Feline epilepsy is incredibly difficult to treat and only gets worse with time. When the time came, I know how very difficult it was.

for you and =^..^=

[OnyxCollie]

135. I'm so sorry.

[malaise]

139. Oh dear

I am so sorry Grits

[Doctor_J]

140. Bless you.

I lost my dog last summer. I had determined to take her to be euthanized the next morning. She did me her last solid by passing away in her sleep that night so I didn't have to.

Best wishes

[Stainless]

166. My Cat Passed In a Similar Way

I had made an appointment to take her to the Vet the following day. I made her comfortable on the floor and when I awoke the next morning she had passed away. I was so amazed that she did that so we both didn't have to suffer any longer. I got her from the Humane Society and she lived with me for sixteen years. Pets are amazing creatures.

[Roy Rolling]

141. Awww

Death is so cruel and inevitable. Mousie is not facing it alone, and God bless you for making her comfortable as she passes out of this body to the next. And know you are surrounded by those who wish you strength to do the wonderful service you are performing for Mousie.

[Lithos]

142. There are many reasons a cat can have a seizure

Some are terminal, some are chronic, some require immediate attention...

I can't tell you which. I had a cat who had two seizures... 12 hours apart. The second one killed him. The cause was a clot in an over-sized heart (congenital). You could be looking at this, epilepsy, or one of many other things. Only a vet can tell you.

My recommendation, get them into the vet as soon as you can. If you are concerned about the stress, then so be it. You understand the situation better than any arm-chair vet here. (Only one user here is a vet to my knowledge, I would of course defer to them.).

L-

[CherokeeDem]

144. Grits....

Sending healing vibes to you and Mousie... no matter what is in store for you in the coming days, remember you loved each other. It is hard to see them in distress.

I wish you both peace....

[countryjake]

145. After your sixteen yrs together, it is too painfully sad...

for you to have her slipping away. My heart breaks for you.

I was in your very same position last May 28, holding my old baby, doing all my best to help her pass, softly. I still am grieving for my Joey...it was so very hard to let her go and I miss her so. All I have now are many years of sweet memories and they do me good.

Sending you thoughts of Peace and Strength.

[calimary]

146. DAMN. Sorry to hear this.

So sorry to hear this.

Goldie and the kitties send their love and support.

[octoberlib]

147. I am so sorry.

I've been through this way too many times. Glad you found a vet that is open tomorrow.

[another_liberal]

149. The fact she is purring is a very good sign.

Don't give up on her just yet. This crisis may soon pass.

[Gore1FL]

150. I have a friend with a Golden Retriever who gets seizures from time to time.

Hers come in twos. After the second she recovers to normal. The vet has her on phenobarbital which has helped.

It's serious, and a vet visit is obviously called for. Don't assume this is the end, however.

[indepat]

151. Our hearts go out to you. Our Butterfinger died just weeks after my elderly parents had

both passed away during the same year prompting me to cry for the first time in years. My neurologist said I must have loved my cat more than my parents, but I told him my parents had lived out their full alloted lives, but Butterfinger's life had been cut short by tainted cat food.

[Blue_Roses]

153. Oh, I'm so sorry...

My cat Merlin, who was 11 years old, died 2 weeks ago. I was devastated. I know what you are going through. Here's a big hug.

[niyad]

154. awww (((((((grits)))). May Lady Bast hold your beloved Mousie close in Her care. you are doing

the correct thing in holding her, and not stressing her. my heart is breaking for you, I know how hard this is, and wish there were something I could do to help. my babies, and I am sure those of other Du'ers, will be waiting for her.

[blkmusclmachine]

155. :-(

[TygrBright]

156. Holding you and Mousie in the Light. n/t

[WillowTree]

158. Sorry to hear of the situation. I'm too familiar with the pain.

But Mousie's apparently one tough kitty and she just may take it. I'm inclined to keep the good thought.

Do let us know how it works out, and while you're taking good care of Mousie, don't forget to take care of yourself, too, OK?

[TDale313]

160. Best thoughts and healing vibes...

For you and Mousie. Glad to hear she's more stable and hope the news from the vet turns out to be good.

[PatrynXX]

161. Meow

[3catwoman3]

162. On behalf of our 5 ...

...current felines, and all their beloved predecessors, I wish wish you strength and courage. I know my cats are not people, but they are every bit as much family members as those of us with only 2 legs. I'm sure you feel the same.

[tea and oranges]

164. Glad you can be w/ Mousie

She's a fortunate kitty. We all come to the end of our lives, but Mousie's gotten to live hers w/ a person who truly loves & respects animals. You, Grits. What great fortune for you both.

[we can do it]

165. You are doing the right thing, keep her in a loving peaceful place.

[Liberal Veteran]

168. I wish you strength and love and healing.

I am facing the potential loss of one of my beloved cats this week in surgery and I wish there was more I could offer than my sincere sympathy and best healing wishes.

[Lefta Dissenter]

169. Mousie

That's about the cutest name ever for a cat. I am sending healing, hopeful wishes to you and your dear Mousie. You are making her feel safe and comforted, which gives her her best hope for recovery. Peace to you and to Mousie.

[passiveporcupine]

170. I don't like taking animals to the vet

especially cats, to be euthanized. Sometimes you have to because they are in pain. But if they aren't showing signs of pain (rapid breathing, crying, panting and purring), and are just scared because of something like a seizure, I think it's better to keep them calm at home and let them go when they are ready.

One thing I would recommend, is keep her warm. I warm up towels in the dryer and wrap them up in them, when they are dying, and it makes them very comfortable and happy to be with you and warm. They get cold very easily when they are dying. And cold is awful, the older you are, or sicker you are.

I'm so sorry you are facing this right now. We've all been there, but it never ever gets easier.

[catbyte]

171. I'm so so sorry.Mousie is right where she wants & needs to be...with you

My heart is breaking right along with you. Can't type tbrough tears. Bless you & dear Mousie.

[Electric Monk]

173. The Poozy Experience (from The Far Left Side)

http://farleftside.com/2014/3-12-14-goodbye-Poozy.html

[whopis01]

178. There is nothing that could bring Mousie more comfort and happiness than you by her side.

She is loved and she knows it. I am sure that is all that matters to her in the world.

[alittlelark]

180. In my final hours I could wish for such love.....

[daleanime]

181. ........

[Maraya1969]

182. Please just make sure she doesn't get dehydrated. And I am so sorry.

But truthfully animals can get dehydrated pretty quick and look like they are dying. Some sugar water with some salt will work wonders.

Peace be with you and Mousie.

[Are_grits_groceries]

186. 4:00am I gave Mousie some water and some kitten formula.

I have been giving her some all along, but she really seemed to like it this time.
She started purring which either means:
1-Oh that was soooo. good.
2-F***! Where's the beer.
3-Go away.

I am under no illusions that she will be just fine. I just want her to be comfortable until I can get to vet. My brother is bringing some valium which is supposed to help.
The DEA will be after us now.

[66 dmhlt]

189. Unless your brother is a Veterinarian, I'd be very, VERY hesitant on using Valium

I'm a pediatrician - so I'd advice STRONG caution on using Valium ... even if she were having a seizure at there time. Certainly NOT if she's not even having a seizure.
Most seizures are self-limited. The main thing is to find the etiology.

[MH1]

193. Aww. Very sorry you're going through this. I hope she does get better,

but in any case you are doing the best you can for her and I am sure it is a comfort to her.

[niyad]

195. (((((grits and mousie)))))) was so glad to see that she was able to take water and formula.

will continue to think healing, loving thoughts for both of you. glad that you will be able to see, or at least speak to, a vet today. please keep us updated, and know that your whole du family is here for you and that precious girl.

[Warpy]

203. If your brother isn't a vet, hold off on the Valium

Cat doses are really, really tiny and if Mousie is little enough to need formula, it's even more complicated.

I do know one cat with seizures who's been living with them for years. She was badly injured as a kitten with multiple fractures along with her skull fracture and her seizures are mostly controlled.

My cats were both in their teens and both were dead within the next 24 hours.

Feline seizures can come from a lot of things: infection, trauma, stroke or cancer. One of my cats had an obvious mass, hence her blown pupil; the other most likely had a stroke.

Sick kitties are so hard, they can't tell us what's wrong and they're such stoic little buggers that they don't give any indication something's wrong until one paw is in the grave.

[Systematic Chaos]

183. Aw, FUCK!! Now I see this.... First off, an apology.

Last edited Sun Mar 16, 2014, 05:46 AM - Edit history (1)

I alerted on your thread about the dog on the bed in GD only because I thought it was a lounge thread. But, when people are grieving over the possible loss of a beloved pet, perhaps periodic exceptions should be made.

On edit: A host PM'ed me and the alert was withdrawn.

I lost my 14-year-old Lady Marmalade (Marmie for short) kitty about 2 years ago and it still shreds me to even think about it. She pretty much wasted away from what was either thyroid or diabetic problems and there was NOTHING we could afford to do about it. Nobody in Las Vegas will help in any way with a sick animal unless you have hundreds of dollars up front and probably still more later.

I'm really sorry, A_g_g.

[barbtries]

187. i'm so sorry.

i just lost my Lola last month at the emergency vet.
she purred too.

[raccoon]

188. I am so sorry. nt

[Ferretherder]

191. So very sorry. I hope you can find the strength to deal with losing your friend.

You are stronger than I would be, I can assure you of that. (Hugs)

[marble falls]

192. I know how hard it is and I know how important it is. They may not be humans but they are not....

things. Your heart is the best sanctuary mousie could ever have.

[greatlaurel]

194. So sorry for this sad news

Good thoughts are being sent your way.

Take care.

[dipsydoodle]

196. So sorry to hear this.

[liberalla]

197. I'm so sorry you and Mousie are going through this.

I hope it's not as serious as it seems, and that there's a better outcome for both of you ahead. Peace and healing.

[pablo_marmol]

198. So sorry to hear about this.

Like a lot of folks here, I know what it's like to be on the brink of losing a pet family member.

[Auntie Bush]

199. How is Mousie doing today? One more day and you can bring her to the Vet.

and a group hug to all those posters who offered condolences and who also lost their own pets.

[rhett o rick]

201. My best to you and Mousie. I am also a cat lover. nm

[brewens]

202. So sorry to hear. It's never easy. i tell myself I gave them all a good home and did

everything to make them happy. Real good pet owners should always have one, I think we owe it to them and they pays us back many times over.

[loudsue]

204. Oh Grits, I'm so sorry!

She's lucky to have you by her side while she's having these troubles.

[kestrel91316]

205. I put seizure kitties on phenobarbital.

If it's simple epilepsy, that's usually all it takes. If there is underlying disease behind it, perhaps not.

Good luck and hang in there.