I wasn't going to post this, but somethings bothering me, guilt wise. My Cat died Saturday. :(

I'd get my money back

I empathies with you, my cat of 18 died April 12 last month.
I was with him tell his last breath, very sad.

I am so sorry, OP !

She was fine when we got home all day Friday. I fed her and gave her kisses.

Cats don't just drop of old age. They become weak for a long time. If it was fine one day and gone the next, something happened. Doom ON. Bring in your mato plants

Our cat died at 18 in nov. 2013. She knew she was leaving, she was frail but with great effort made rounds in the house and yard the day before.

Fuck I hate hearing things like this.

So did Candle, she was outside touring the yard on Friday afternoon!!!!!!

I know, I was so chocked. :(

I hope you don't beat yourself up for too long over it. I know I would be crushed at first as well (got choked up reading your OP), but she loved you plain and simple. She just wanted to be close to you one more time at the end. Those little creatures are pure love.

Go looking for another kitty to adopt.Sounds like your cat will want to come back ASAP.I swear cats and dogs have OverSouls..so your old kitty will merge with the new one. I suggest one very similar in markings..Personality won't be quite the same, but she will attach to you and your family immediately..and Charlie will get his friend back..Same Soul and new healthy body..Many cats and dogs refuse to leave and just wait for their families to bring another home to merge with..

Has happened to me and my family several times..Still miss the old personality and old familiar form at times, but the bonds of love are just as strong with the new healthy form.

Maybe Charlie watched over her? I'm glad your family was with you. So hard to lose a beloved pet. My condolences to you and yours.

Yes, I agree. Just to you. Thanks. :(

I have 2 cats left and a dog, they are depressed too, we don't want any more. Cuddle time for us. These animals are my refuge when Rick works up north. I love them all so much!

^This^

She was probably coming to say goodbye and this is why you found her where you did. Cats typically will take themselves off and hide when they are sick, injured or know that something isn't quite right. You are fortunate that Candle wanted to be near you in her last moments, and I would consider it an honour. She clearly loved you.

I have 2 cats of my own at present, and as a family we have always had at least 2 kitties running around the house, so I can totally empathise with you when you lose a member of your furry family.

But, chin-up Kate, it is hard to deal with, but just know that you had a good life together and she obviously thought very highly of "the larger weird-looking cat with the nice food" (apparently that's how our kitties see us). :) :hugs:

Thanks! I've heard that, that they hide and her out in the open at my bed had to mean something. :( She new I loved her.

You let filthy beasts into your house? So that not only do you have urine, fecal matter, and dander throughout your house but can cough their last germs, viruses, and bacteria into your face as they're dying? You should rethink this.

Erm, wow.

Dude, if you don't have anything nice to say...

my condolences

my cats are like part of the family, I was tearing up reading your story and seeing your pics.

Aw ... poor Charlie. My cat's brother missed him for a long time. Now he's bonded with the chihuahuas.

Love your "take" on the passing of our animal companions. Wish I could believe it. I think I'll try. :)

Sorry

It's just a cat. Get over it.

Kate,

It takes a family of kind hearts to look after a kitty for over twenty years. She passed peacefully and maybe she did try to reach you. That is not important now and you should let that part go. You have over twenty years of great memories.

Be well and remember her forever.

Candle lived 21 years. That's says a lot about you being a loving and caring pet owner. She out lived her life expectancy. She is at rest now and I'm sure she is looking over your family appreciating the great life you gave her. Don't feel guilty, feel happy that you had 21 wonderful years together. Much love to you and your family.