The vet just called.
They did blood tests and x-rays this morning and at 2 pm had to do exploratory surgery.
Mumin had cancer and an inoperable tumor in her intestines.
She died on the operating table.
She was 6 years old.
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oh, sweetie, i am so very sorry for your loss. sending loads of love your way. xoxox
Oh, Helen, I am so very sorry.
oh honey, I’m so sorry. I know how hard it is to lose a furbaby. I still miss our sweet Samantha. :(
That blows. I’m sorry.
I’m SO sorry…it must hurt. I’m thinking of you.
I’m sorry.
So sorry to hear that. A definite shock. :(
Sending a virtual hug your way. So sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry.
So sorry
Oh no, I’m so sorry to hear that.
so sorry about mumin. i know you adore your animals. hugs to you.
Hey Sweetie…
I haven’t commented for a while (and I left Munu, too), but I’m still around and I hate this for you.
I remember when you were waiting and waiting, and me along with you, for them to get “home” to you.
I was so glad when they finally got there…
And, now… my heart is breaking for you and Munin.
Only six… poor baby.
But, at least she got to have you for a Mom and she got to live a life free of pain, cruelty and loneliness.
I wish ALL animals could have that much, ya know?
Still… this is so bad… man.
One of the best differences between animals and people (and there are many) is that when you lose a furbaby, you can go get another one.
Not that you’re replacing the love you lost… you’re just giving another animal a love-filled home and helping to heal your own broken heart a little.
You should do that, if at all possible.
It’ll make you feel better to laugh at a kitten’s antics than it will to just have that hole in your heart.
Tell ya what…
At the risk of getting my own ass kicked, if you can’t get yourself another cat right now, I’LL get another cat FOR you.
(Like I need another cat. I have 22 now. And, yes… I live on a farm. I also have 5 dogs, a parrot, a parakeet, two rabbits, two roosters, a hamster, a duck, and two horses.)
But, I’ll get yet another cat and name her Helen, then when you come to the States next time, you can come see her and while you’re distracted by the calves or my own zoo, I can slip her into your bag and off ya go.
And, by the way… any idea whatever happened to that bear that was being sent hither and yon?
Lukka? Wasn’t that his name?
Anyhoo…
I haven’t said it before, so I’ll say it now…
Congratulations on the babies.
I’m sorry you’re having a rough time with things, too.
You’ve wanted this for as long as I’ve known (of) you and I wish it could be every bit as much of a wonderful time for you as possible, but…
I’m just sorry that it isn’t.
(For what it’s worth, I think he’ll be more okay with this than he thinks he will be… You’re BOTH stronger than you know.)
And, again… please accept my deepest sympathies for the loss of your Munin.
You’ll not be crying alone…
Hugs on ya, Hon.
I’m very sorry to read this, H. Poor little one :(
Oh Helen, Im so very sorry for your loss. I know some people don’t get the realization that losing a pet really is like losing family in some way. But we just lost our Springer Spaniel Watson. And I never thought I could weep that hard over a pup. He truly was my baby.
Hugs!
I’m so sorry Helen – She was so pretty.
Helen -
I am so sorry. I lost my dog of 15 years last summer and it just sucks. Take care.
Laura
Oh, Sweetie, I am so sorry. Tears in my eyes as I write this. I know how hard it is to lose a furry friend. Take care of yourself and Maggie.
That you couldn’t even say goodbye. To someone so dear and loved. Life sucks, sometimes. It really does.
So sorry about your cat. I lost one (just due to old age, she was 20) I had to have her euthanized….it was the most painful thing I have ever had to do. Losing a pet just plain sucks….
I am so very sorry to hear about Mumin, Helen. *hug*
You’re in my thoughts.
I am so, so sorry about your beautiful girl.
I am so sorry.
I’m so, so terribly sorry, Vanessa. You are in my thoughts.
So very, very sorry to hear this. I wish I could send you a big cup of zen – I know you need it now more than ever.
The moon will rise, the sun will set, you dear Mumin we will never forget.
Sorry to hear of your loss.
I’m so sorry.
There’s so much that I want to say, but all of it will come out wrong, except I’m sorry. I love reading stories about your pets.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Helen, my deepest condolences on your loss. {{{Hugs}}}
I’m so sorry. All my love for you and A and Gorby and Maggie.
So sorry, honey. So very sorry.
“No cat dies whose memory lives on”.
I’m so sorry.
I am terribly sorry for your loss, Helen. I cannot think of anything further to add, really.
I have no words.
*sobs*
So sorry for your loss. You were blessed to have Mumin. She was fortunate to have you.
I have four cats that I absolutely adore. I am so sorry – and send a BIG cyber-hug……
Only 6 years old – that is much too young.
I lost my tuxedo cat when I was pregnant also. He was 13 and I still thought that was way too young.
My heart breaks for you, this was so sudden. Much love to you all and I’m sorry.
I’m so sorry.
How horrible for you. I am so sorry. Oh, Mumin.
Oh, Helen, I’m so very sorry. Poor Mumin.
Aw, fuck.
I know that particular epithet doesn’t sound very tasteful considering the circumstances, but its the first thing that came to mind. It was the first thing that came to my mind last time I lost a beloved pet. With everything else going on in your life right now, this just isn’t fair. I’m so sorry. Few things suck worse than losing your pet. All I can say is cherish the memories you have of Mumin and the good, loving home that you provided for her the past six years. And I truly hope that things improve for you on the other fronts.
(big warm hug)
What can I say that others haven’t? I am so very sorry.
Oh dear god. I know it hurts. I lost my baby two years ago to bone cancer and I still hear her dog tags from time to time. Hang in there.
Damn Helen. Just damn.
Oh my god. So, so sorry.
Awwww…I’m so sorry Helen. We had a similar experience with our pug…he was the first dog our vet had ever lost on the table due to anesthetic. It was such a shock.
I know nothing can make it better…so…put your arms around your belly and hug the lemonheads.
My heart is breaking for you! I am so sorry.
I wanted to share this piece of writing with you. It comforted me when we lost our darling cat Curdie in 2004. We still miss her.
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Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.
They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.
You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.
Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together….
(Author unknown)