My beloved cat died this afternoon
I don't know if this is the right forum to post in, I am so sad and am grieving. The best pet I have ever has died this afternoon. "Stewie" named after the kid in Family Guy was found early one morning abandoned at a pet store at 3 weeks old. He was bottle fed around the clock. He was the coolest cat. The most friendly one I have ever had. He used to play with Ferrets and dogs and was the only cat that would jump in the shower with me. He loved to play in water. At night I would call him and he would come to bed with my wife and I, we would lift the covers and he would sleep with head above the blanket line just like a person. He was also the most social cat we ever had...when we had a group of people over he would literally sit in the middle of the circle waiting to see who would hold him. Every morning at 6:41 he would stick his wet nose in my ear and start purring really loud to wake me up. He had been sick for about 3 months, diagnosed with cancer. I will miss him terribly, I am so sad!
If this is in the wrong forum, please let me know and I will delete it!
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It's so hard to lose a friend and family member. 
My best pet ever died two years ago, so I know what you mean. There are some that are just extra special. Stewie sounds like he was a special guy! It's so hard to lose a pet because they are always there.
Consider cross posting this in the Pets Group. When I've lost pets, I've gotten so much support there.
Again, I am so sorry.
i am so sorry for the loss of your friend
it's hard to lose one we love and the adjustment to their absence takes time
i lost my little furkid (dog) back in june and still have a hard time over the fact that she is not here with me.
stewie sounds very unique with an adorable personality that was greatly appreciated. you were lucky to have each other. and i'm very sorry for such a loss. i suspect the days ahead won't be easy.
i post a lot in the bereavement group
i began posting there about my mom who passed several years ago but i have also posted about my furry little girl who made my world better and left my world so empty after her departure.
leave this thread here in the lounge--no one will object and i've seen other bereavement threads here. but if you would like to make a double post of this, or just come visit, you'll find the bereavement group here:
http://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=forum&id=1234
again, my condolences. take care.
Sending hugs and a tear. Yeah, these guys leave a big hole in your heart. You and wife give each other lots of hugs. You gave Stewie a lot and he gave both of you a lot. And when you can, give a new kitty a chance to love you, also. Your vet may know of a cat that needs a loving family.
Take comfort that he went being very loved. And of course your love went with him.
And most unusual too. I am sorry for the pain I know you must be feeling.
I'm sorry. I know it really hurts to lose a loving pet.
Grieve not,
nor speak of me with tears,
but laugh and talk of me
as if I were beside you...
I loved you so --
'twas Heaven here with you.
by Isla Paschal Richardson
I'm sorry.
so sad to lose a kitty or anybody.
maybe Stewie was making room for a new buddy who needs a home.
may your tears be sweet and full of love and beautiful memories.
My calico cat Charlotte is 5 now, and my Tuxedo female Lucky is 15.
And they are THE most affectionate cats you could ever meet.
It's always hard to lose a family member, (and cats and dogs are family members,) so you have my sympathy.
And...Charlotte just jumped up on my lap! 
Here's Charlotte and Lucky sleeping on my bedroom chair.
Losing a pet is very hard-I still get choked up thinking of putting our beloved dog down-about 7 years ago.
It is like a family member, I know, and I am sorry you are so sad. What a lucky cat that was to have you!
Bless little Stewie… I'm so sorry you lost him.
He was a little person, and so loved, I can tell. I hope that you find comfort in this time.
You gave Stewie a great life, and he gave you his love.
to lose a loved one, human or not. I have a harder time losing a pet than a human, always have.
May he rest in peace.
To kitty Valhalla
and may you find comfort in his memory
beautiful tribute. He sounds like he was an awesome little guy. Again, I am so very, very sorry.
Having lost three dogs and a cat, I know your pain.
You have my deepest sympathy and a big hug.
Please check out http://rainbowsbridge.com/
One can place a memorial to their pet, all funds going to shelters across the country. I used this for my daughters cat Tigger this past year. She didn't visit, but I SURE did.
They sure steal our hearts, don't they?
--imm
I know how much that hurts.
And as a Cat lover, I can only imagine your grief.
Deepest sympathy.
I've had a few of those cats that are so sociable and human-like. It only makes their loss harder.
((((((((((HUGS))))))))))) 
several months after he passed, and even hissed at Coco who snuggled up in his spot. No one else will believe it, but they weren't there.
Cats have strong spirits.
I may be a nutty old lady, but even my too sane hubby felt him there.
Sorry for your loss... Been there.
And to his humans.
