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i lost one of my best friends (cw: pet death, grief)

eden87eden87 Posts: 4 Newbie
edited January 3 in Health & Wellbeing
last wednesday i very suddenly had to have one of my cats put down. her name was orion and she was only 7 years old.

my heart is completely broken. she was one of my best friends. i can't believe she's gone, and so suddenly. i thought i'd get to have another 10 years with her at least. i hate that she was probably suffering for who knows how long and we didn't realise until it was too late.

she was so sweet and warm and cuddly. i'll miss having her asleep on my lap while i play video games. orion was so affectionate and our other cat isn't, and it's difficult having to adjust to that. it's difficult having to adjust to her absence in general. the house feels empty without her.

after we went to the vet and she was euthanised, whenever i went to pet her i kept expecting her to move or make a noise but she just never did. i wish i'd been able to get more time with her when we were at the vet before she was euthanised but i was in so much distress i couldn't communicate or think properly. the image of her struggling and her body on the vet's table will be burned into my mind forever. i just hope she knows we were there with her at the end and that we love her.

my sweet baby girl 🖤🖤🖤🐈‍⬛

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  • NemuritaiNemuritai Posts: 895 Part of The Mix Family
    Hey there @eden87 <3

    I'm truly sorry to hear about orion, it sounds like you really loved her, and it must be so painful dealing with that grief now. It's perfectly valid to feel anything you may be feeling, as losing a pet can be really hard to go through, especially if you were attached to her. I'm here if you want to talk at all. Sending hugs (if comfortable) <3
  • AzzimanAzziman Discussion Boards Moderator Posts: 2,496 Boards Champion
    Hi @eden87 - I'm sorry for the news about Orion, it sounds like a difficult period. Your feelings are valid, and it's important to let yourself go through the motions as you come to terms with their loss. Be kind to yourself, lean on loved ones for support, and give yourself time to process things at your own pace. We're here to support you through this.
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  • 63marie63marie Posts: 106 The Mix Convert
    Hey @eden87, I'm so sorry to hear about Orion, I can hear how much she meant to you and how much you'll miss her. We're all here to support you through this <3
  • Amy22Amy22 Posts: 5,723 Part of The Furniture
    @eden87 I'm sorry to hear you recently lost Orion, I can imagine that they were a ball of joy and I know how much joy and calm they brought you too. Losing a pet can be super hard because they're are like family members too. I'm always here if you need a chat. <3
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  • sinead276sinead276 Posts: 2,305 Boards Champion
    hi @eden87 - i'm so sorry for your loss. grieving can come in all shapes and sizes so remember that however it is you are feeling, it is okay to do so. we are all here for you. remember to be kind to yourself :3
  • VerityVerity Community Manager Posts: 138 The Mix Convert
    Sending you lot's of support @eden87 remember to reach out to the community if you need. What a lovely idea to get a print of her paws, I'm so happy you have that to remember her.
  • Ech0Ech0 Community Connector Posts: 182 Helping Hand
    I'm so sorry you had to say goodbye to Orion @eden87 . She sounds like such a loving, gentle soul, and it's clear how deeply she was connected to you. Losing her so suddenly must be incredibly painful and I can only imagine how heavy everything feels right now.
    I think the idea of getting a print of her paws is a lovely way to hold onto a part of her, something that carries her presence and the love you shared.
    Please be kind to yourself as you grieve and we are here for you. I truly believe Orion felt your care, right to the very end. She knew you were there with her and that deep bond you shared doesn’t vanish.
  • KatieKatie Staff Posts: 2,133 Boards Champion
    She looks like a true angel @eden87 - I am so so sorry for your loss. Grief in any form is never easy, and pets truly do become part of the family and our best friends. It sounds like you gave her a really lovely life and she was very lucky to have you.

    Be gentle with yourself Eden and we'll be here for you as you go through this. When you feel ready or comfortable to, we'll be here if you want to share your favourite memories with her. She looks like a really special girl, and I hope she rests easy now.
  • ameliawillsharevoiceameliawillsharevoice Posts: 25 Boards Initiate
    @eden87 losing a pet is so much pain and suffering and I hope you are ok at the moment but just know your cat would have love you so much. Pets leave a gap that almost always hurts. I send lots of hugs
  • AzzimanAzziman Discussion Boards Moderator Posts: 2,496 Boards Champion
    Hey @ameliawillsharevoice - this thread has had no replies for 2 months now so I'm going to close it. For future reference, it's best to only comment on discussions that are recently active (within a few weeks is a good general rule) - please do check the date of the last response before responding to check whether it's still active. Thanks!
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