sweet and funny stories on this board and pictures on Instagram. I always enjoyed reading your kitty updates.
Sadly, we grieve together. Jasper, our 14.5-year-old 'king of cats', crossed over three weeks ago. He was in end-stage kidney failure and his decline was very rapid. Mr Jag and I decided to have Jasper put down in our home. Jasper was the oldest of our four cats and a true ring leader. A Vet came to the house and Jasper was able to be with his fur siblings until the end. They loved on him until he died...and then immediately smelled that he was gone...and walked away. The house is active with cat activity but nothing is the same. Jasper's personality was lovely and he commanded attention when he walked into a room. He loved attention, a cuddle, the occasional goldfish cracker, or Synder's sourdough pretzel piece, and he was Oldest Jaggett's first pet...adopted at 10 weeks old. Jasper continued to live with us after Oldest Jaggett married because it was the only home he had ever known...and he had kitty siblings. Buddha Bailey (7 yrs) seems to be the cat in charge now. Atticus (7 yrs) was very attached to Jasper and spent nearly every hour of the day begging for his love and affection since the day we brought him home at 12 weeks old. :) He is struggling to find his new normal and is with a human constantly now...while awake & asleep. My poor Atty. Nuggett (5 yrs) has become closer to Buddha...following her around and sleeping in her shadow, etc. She mostly ignores him, just like Jasper did. HAHAHA Youngest Jaggett adored Jasper. I'm both shocked and proud to write that she chose to stay with Jasper while he transitioned from this life. I believe it has helped her grieving process.
I'm heartbroken for you and Wahoo-Dad. The loss of Leo is huge...and all you can do is sit with grief and allow yourself to feel it. I'm here if you need a virtual hug or shoulder to cry on. I do not post as much as I used to...but I check the board nearly every day. I want to post...but depression, even when being treated, can make everything feel like a struggle.
I'll be thinking of you. Be kind to yourself.
Suzy
