Kevin Kat has been diagnosed with a stomach tumour.

[tda]

So sorry to hear this, what a fantastic life he has had whilst being with you, his own servant, catering for his every need
Be proud you were chosen by him xxxx

 

[fiwen30]

You and King Kevin Kat have been in my thoughts today, and will continue to be so.xxx

 

[Burnttoast]

I'm so so sorry. You gave him some lovely years.

 

[ihatework]

I’m so sorry to hear this. It’s clear from your posts the deep affection and companionship you have together and the massive hole he will leave. Tough horrible times ahead. Please try and take some comfort from what a wonderful home you have given him x

 

[Sandstone1]

I hope things went peacefully today for Kevin.

 

[Ratface]

Hello, dear HHO friends. I got back to the barge about 12:30hrs.
Kevin went serenely on his way assisted by a truly lovely young woman vet, who also has a horse. She was really kind to both him and me and couldn't have been more supportive and professional. My usual vet, The Sainted Dave, also came in as I left the deceased Kevin, and gave me a hug. Apparently, he'd briefed the attending vet on all the animals I'd had over the last 40 years, and the highs and lows we'd both experienced during their lives.
I've just spent a busy couple of hours clearing up all physical traces of Kevin's residence here and I'm now wiped out. Being regularly sick, too (sorry - TMI, I know!) which is surprising, since I haven't had anything to eat since yesterday, other than a couple of biscuits and a mug of tea.
I'm off to my bunk to crash out for the next couple of hours.
Again thanks for your help and support.

 

[meleeka]

Hello, dear HHO friends. I got back to the barge about 12:30hrs.
Kevin went serenely on his way assisted by a truly lovely young woman vet, who also has a horse. She was really kind to both him and me and couldn't have been more supportive and professional. My usual vet, The Sainted Dave, also came in as I left the deceased Kevin, and gave me a hug. Apparently, he'd briefed the attending vet on all the animals I'd had over the last 40 years, and the highs and lows we'd both experienced during their lives.
I've just spent a busy couple of hours clearing up all physical traces of Kevin's residence here and I'm now wiped out. Being regularly sick, too (sorry - TMI, I know!) which is surprising, since I haven't had anything to eat since yesterday, other than a couple of biscuits and a mug of tea.
I'm off to my bunk to crash out for the next couple of hours.
Again thanks for your help and support.

Have a virtual hug from me. You did Kevin proud x

 

[alibali]

Oh RF I'm sorry to hear this update but glad King Kevin left peacefully and with dignity.

I am not surprised you are suffering physically, stress and emotional upset always cause me a huge flare up. Be very kind to yourself over the next few days, try to rest as much as possible. Big hugs x

 

[Crazy_cat_lady]

You did the kindest thing for KK - my mum always said when we have animals PTS when I was younger "at least we can do this for animals, humans we have to watch suffer" and it's stuck with me. Kevin is out of pain now - he had a wonderful life with you

Is there anyone who can come round and be with you? Having an animal PTS is very upsetting is there anyone who can come round and offer support so you don't have to feel as alone?

I'm not surprised you're suffering, rescue remedy is my go to when I'm really upset, or Kalms

 

[Mrs. Jingle]

I am so sorry Ratface, I have only just seen this thread and I am so upset for you. He was after all your best buddy as well as your esteemed lord and master. He sounded very special indeed from your stories about his antics. RIP HRH King Kevin the wonder cat. Be kind to yourself, I am not surprised you are feeling so wiped out, I hope you feel able to eat something nourishing very soon. x

 

[BallyRoanBaubles]

Sleep well Kevin, he was one lucky cat all the way to the end

 

[The Fuzzy Furry]

Hugs RF, hang in there, remember to eat xx

 

[Red-1]

I am very sorry to hear about Kevin, he sounded such a character. I hope you can now look after yourself and keep well. X

 

[Gloi]

So sorry RF. Our feline friends have too short a life

 

[SashaBabe]

So very sorry. You are obviously a very caring person and King Kevin was very lucky to have you care for him. Sending virtual hugs your way. x

 

[Rumtytum]

Thought about you many times today. I am glad you received sympathy and kindness from the vets and hope it was some comfort that The Sainted Dave, who has obviously been with you through many trials, was there to give you a hug, something many of us would wish also but we must make do with the virtual variety. Hoping your sickness goes quickly.

 

[Pearlsasinger]

I am so glad that all went as well as these things can. What a good job Kevin found you to look after him to the end. Now you need to look after yourself.

 

[Shady]

It's not surprising you are wiped out Ratface. Sometimes we don't realise the amount of focus a sickly cat/ person/ animal takes, and the continuous impact that has on our mental and physical wellbeing. It's all consuming, every day, and because we love so deeply , the loss or even the return to health hits like a train . Please , please try and eat and re-gather your impressive and wonderful strength. xx

 

[asmp]

So sorry to hear this. Take care. Hugs x

 

[OrangeAndLemon]

So sorry Ratface. There was nothing else you could have done.

 

[Kunoichi73]

So sorry to hear about Kevin. Your brilliant descriptions of life with him made me feel like I knew him well. I could always picture the scenes you described. He will be missed by so many of us on here. He was a great character. You couldn't have been a better friend to him, doing all you could for him. I am really sad for and with you. Remember that you need to take care of yourself as well as you did for King Kevin. {{{{HUGS}}}}

 

[EventingMum]

So sorry. Kevin was so lucky to have had you to attend to his every need and I'm sure deep down he knew how lucky and loved he was x

 

[AmyMay]

So sorry for your loss. I have thought of you many times today ((((( xxxxx )))))

 

[DizzyDoughnut]

I'm so sorry to read this. Kevin kat was so lucky to have found his way to you, I'm sure he knew just how loved he was. Xx

 

[Emilieu]

So sorry for your loss. Be kind to yourself, you have been very brave today.

 

[Ratface]

Again, thank you all for your empathic responses.
Just don't want to eat. Can't be bothered. A friend brought a few biscuits round, so I ate those when she was gone.
I've been resting/dozing this afternoon. The snag is that when I wake up, I remember that Kevin is dead and it hits all over again.
Friends have been offering kittens, their unwanted, lurking strays, even their own unwanted cats! Unbelievable!
Two close friends have offered pre-loved adult cats that their neighbours want rid of, now they are no longer amusing kittens and/or any expensive purebred kitten courtesy of multimillionaire husband who never asks any questions about what money is required for. It's really kind of them, but I just want Kevin back. It was entirely the correct decision to let him go, but the speed of his decline and the necessary outcome is what I'm having problems internalising.
The passage of time will settle it, but in my experience, it's a switchback process.
Again, thank you for your concern and compassion.

 

[Barton Bounty]

Again, thank you all for your empathic responses.
Just don't want to eat. Can't be bothered. A friend brought a few biscuits round, so I ate those when she was gone.
I've been resting/dozing this afternoon. The snag is that when I wake up, I remember that Kevin is dead and it hits all over again.
Friends have been offering kittens, their unwanted, lurking strays, even their own unwanted cats! Unbelievable!
Two close friends have offered pre-loved adult cats that their neighbours want rid of, now they are no longer amusing kittens and/or any expensive purebred kitten courtesy of multimillionaire husband who never asks any questions about what money is required for. It's really kind of them, but I just want Kevin back. It was entirely the correct decision to let him go, but the speed of his decline and the necessary outcome is what I'm having problems internalising.
The passage of time will settle it, but in my experience, it's a switchback process.
Again, thank you for your concern and compassion.

You will get there but it takes time

 

[fetlock]

So sorry to read today’s updates and my thoughts are with you Ratface. X

 

[Fjord]

I've only just seen this thread. I'm so, so sorry RF, I'm crying for you. It's clear how much Kevin meant to you and he was a lucky cat to have found you. You really did give him a wonderful life.

Please take care of yourself, I know how much this must hurt.

 

[OldNag]

Rf I am so, so sorry to read this.
King Kevin was such a larger than life character, and he was supremely lucky to land on his paws with you.
Thinking of you X