If you'll recall, a little over a month ago I had asked for purrs because Moosey was going in for surgery. He had a broken tooth with his gum grown over it. He did very well despite his age and he started to eat well and he gained some of his weight back. We thought everything was good to go for him. We were very thankful he was doing better, which I wrote about after the surgery.
But in the last few weeks, he was going down hill again. Finally yesterday we got him to the vet. What they took off, thinking it was overgrown gums, had grown back. (we had opted not to have it tested) It was a tumor. And worse, it spread to a place it had room to grow, in his chest cavity. This caused fluid to build up around his lungs making it hard for him to breath and eat.
With heavy hearts we chose to release him from the pain he was so obviously in. He will be missed terribly.
Those of you who've been reading here a long time may remember when we lost my dad. Moose was his favorite person in the world. He was my dad's and my dad was his. Of course he loved my mom, but my dad was tops. My dad couldn't go to bed without calling Moose to go with him and Moose wouldn't allow him to go without him.
I like to think that when Moose made his run for the Rainbow Bridge, my dad was there waiting for him. Together again, time for a good long nap together.
My mom is heartbroken, as are we. Sir Moose was a part of this family for a long time and he will be missed greatly.
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Aw, we remember Sir Moose-a-Lot--he was the very definition of a Good Boy. It's nice to think of your dad and Moosey snoozing away just across the Bridge in the comfiest chair ever, reminiscing about the Good Old Days, and looking forward to a nice dinner. Spitty and I send you and your Mom comforting purrs and hugs. XOXO Spitty & the Human
I'm so sorry about Moose. Purrs to you and your mom.
We're so sorry for your loss. Hugs and purrs to you all.
I am so sorry about Moosey. Our fur babies are never with us long enough. While he was here, he had love and he loved back. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. xxx
We are so very sorry for you and your family's loss. Linda, Pepper, and Dublin
I am so sorry for your beloved. Sending purrs to comfort you for this difficult time.
Puddy & Mom
I am so very sorry for this loss of your family's precious Moosey; I truly believe it would not be heaven without our beloved fur babies so I know your Dad was waiting when his baby crossed the Bridge...Wishing you and your Mom comfort at this sad time, sending big hugs from me and loud purrs from my babies...xoxo...J, Calle, Halle, Sukki, Mommy Cat
Oh, Andrea, we are so sorry about Moosey. Sending prayers and purrs from Karen Lucas and Henry, Lily and Jane
oh no....we are so very sorry - but we know he was well met by your dad
Please accept our condolences in your time of grief. How sad for you and your mom. We know your dad was waiting for Moosey with open arms. Sending love and prayers. XOCK, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Angel Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth, Calista Jo and Cooper Murphy
so deeply sorry (((hugs))) catchatwithcarenandcody
Gentle wooooos,
NukNuk
I am so sorry. Moose was indeed greeted by yoyr Dad at the Rainbow Bridge. Sending healing light to his family.
Please let your mom know that we all send purrs and hugs to her, as she grieves for Moose. He was obviously greatly loved in his short time here on Earth.
Godspeed your journey Sir - Moose; we know how hard this is on the family you leave behind. We know you are with your dad in heaven now, but the hurt your mom feels is immense....we send our sincerest sympathy to your whole family ~~~ ♥♥♥♥♥ tuna, daisy, dude, sauce and boomer
I am sorry for the loss of Moose. I am sure your dad was there waiting for him.
We are so sorry about Moose. Sending lots of purrs to his family...and those who are missing him.
We are very sad to hear the news.
Have a lovely Thursday...
Noodle and crew
I am so sorry. He was a handsome boy.
Oh dear, we are so, so sorry to hear about that dear boy. It's so sad, but we know the reunion with your Dad was a smile for the hearts.
I am so very very sorry for the loss of Sir Moose-a-lot. He was a beautiful boy. Keeping you in my prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss.
The poor guy. I am glad he had a brief, shining moment of improvement before the end. I wish it could have lasted much longer. Godspeed, Sir Moose-a-lot.
We're so sorry to read of your family's loss. Deep purrs of sympathy to you.
Andrea,
We are so sad to read this. We remember you posting about Moosey's weight loss and we were happy to read how he was eating well again after his surgery. We are sending your mother and you lots of heartfelt condolences. We know your father has Sir Moose next to him now, each of them watching over the other in the afterlife. Rest in peace Sir Moose. You were loved.
Sophie and the critters in the cottage xo
We are so sorry to hear of Sir Moose-a-lot's journey to the Bridge. We know that our Moosey was there to welcome him. Hugs, purrs and prayers of comfort to you and your mom.
We remember Sir Moose A Lot! Our purrs to you...
We are sending our purrs to your mom and to you too Andrea. We like to think Moose-a-lot is back with his favorite bean.
Andrea we are sending your Mom all of our Purrs and Prayers at this sad time. We know Sir Moose a Lot is purring away as he is gently stroked by his very happy Dad. Boys, watch over us all until that day we meet again
Timmy, Dad Pete and Family
It is so hard to lose a loved one, even if they aren't yours. Purrs to all who are hurting
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