Hi. It’s me. You might not want to be here today because this post is about to get really not happy.
Yesterday we had to put Bubba to sleep.
I know.
Me too.
He was doing much better but then all of a sudden he started throwing up so we took him to our vet and they found out he threw another clot that caused a hole in his bladder and was bleeding internally and chances are this would just keep happening until he died. So we held him and told him that we loved him while the doctor put him to sleep. It sucked. I was going to write about it earlier but writing it would make it real and all I could get out was:
Pets aren’t supposed to die. Expecially not ones that have gone through all the crap he went through. On the way home Victor and I were both crying and he told me we could never get another animal because he just couldn’t deal with the pain of losing them and I told him he’d change his mind but then he said, “No. No more animals. And when we get home I’m killing Posey.” Then I made a mental note to hide all the hammers and rat poison but also I thanked God that I have a husband who can make me laugh even when I feel like the world is ending.
Anyway, I just want to say thank you to you guys for supporting us through all the Bubba chronicles. He was a special little person in a furry cat suit and I will never forget him.
We miss you, Captain Snugglepants, and all your little persiany goodness.
PS. Posey, we love you too, little man. If your daddy gives you anything weird to eat just spit it out, okay?
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Oh, Jenny. I’m so bummed for you guys. I’ve been in your shoes and it really sucked. And, I think I would’ve been fine never getting another cat. I still miss my first big, fat kitty who slept on my feet every night and protected me from the raccoon that invaded our house on occassion.
Of course, my husband couldn’t stand having a house with no cats, so now we’ve got two more. I love them too…but it’s not like you can replace one with another, you know? We have to lock these two in the laundry room at night so they don’t stomp all over us at 2 a.m. Is that cheating?
Rest in peace, Bubba.
Stacey’s last blog post..A Letterboxing First
Oh man, that sucks. I’m bawling like a baby. After just going through death in the family I learned that no words ever work or truly comfort, but for what it’s worth I’m so sorry you have to go through this.
OOOOOOH Jenny, I am soooo sorry. I wont say all the typical sentiments. I wont say it gets easier. I am still morning and missing my Alex, but I will say, just feel blessed you had the time you did have….and the great blog fodder. Know i love you and you will ALL be in my thoughts.
Julie’s last blog post..Who knew…..
{hugs} And kudos for making me laugh and cry in the space of 5 minutes.
Greta’s last blog post..The Lost/Survivor Diet
{{{{{H U G S}}}}} to you…Victor…Hailey…and Posey, who’s probably in mourning, too
.
I kinda loved Bubba….:/
Robin’s last blog post..Helping hungry homes and presents for EVERYBODY!
Aww, Jenny, I’m so sorry for all y’all. and Posey? Don’t let ‘em shave you, dude!
Sandy’s last blog post..My First Real Job
A wise man once said that you should never get attached to anything with a short lifespan. What the fuck did he know!
You need to get back on the horse, so buy Hailey a pony.
Willowtree’s last blog post..Hmmm…..
That blows.
Danielle’s last blog post..Cuh-razy Shoes
Oh no. I’m so sorry. You are right that I really did not want to read this. In December our family dog unexpectedly had to be put to sleep too. Like one day he was fine and the next day he couldn’t move and within two hours we had had to put him to sleep. It is horrible. I’m glad you have Victor. And Posey.
Jess’s last blog post..Wedding dress shopping, volume 3
So very, very sorry to hear about the poor fella.
Ms. Huis Herself’s last blog post..Ok, I’m officially ready for winter to finish up now, thanks.
Oh Honeys… That just stinks.
Bubba! BUUUUBBBBBBbbbbbbaaaaaaa!!!!!
May he rest peacefully in pet afterlife and hopefully no one there got wind of his title “Half-Paralyzed Shaved Tub Cat”. They might make fun of him.
Don’t let Victor near that sweet last remaining cat. Victor…STEP AWAY FROM THE CAT.
AMomTwoBoys’s last blog post..Friday Recipe & Friday Morning Potluck
I’m so sorry, Jenny. Losing a pet is one the worst feelings in the world. Give Posey some extra love tonight. I’m sure you both need it.
Not the Mama’s last blog post..Making Friends?or Making Bombs?
Oh, Jenny. I am so sorry. Thinking of you and Victor and wishing you many happy, fuzzy memories.
Nancy’s last blog post..The “A” words
im so sorry jenny! that’s just awful! hugs to u and ur family!
chrystal’s last blog post..30TM :: D9
I’m really sorry. He was a beautiful cat.
Maria [Immoral Matriarch]’s last blog post..Poetical, Confessional, Multiple Craziness.
Aw, man, I’m sorry. Fare thee well, Wilford Brimley-looking cat. He was all kinds of awesome.
Toni’s last blog post..I Looked Into the Sky
That sucks!! We had a cat go through liver failure a couple of years ago and it just about killed me. I still miss him. You cat was one of the cutest I have ever seen. I had to laugh at “last cat standing” though. I have a feeling he may get really spoiled. (if he isn’t already!)
Kelly’s last blog post..Funny Flashback Friday
Oh Jenny,
That sucks. I know. Have yourself a stiff drink. It’s what Bubba would want. Either that, or bat a ball of yarn around. You know.
Type (little) a’s last blog post..Folks, we?re going to need a new buzzword
Awww Jenny, I’m sorry. I’m with WT. A pony is just what you need. Poor Bubba, he led such a funny, furry life. His moobs will never be forgotten.
I really am sorry.
Simply Jenn’s last blog post..Hot fireman in the nutrition class I’m teaching!
i’m sooo sooooo sorry for your loss…it’s such a hard decision, and words just don’t make it better or easier…
You said it all: It sucks.
Maggie’s last blog post..It’s On!
That fucking sucks. I’m sorry Jenny. Bubba, you will be missed.
motherbumper’s last blog post..Liquid Paper: Use #43 and 40,000 question marks
Oh, Jen. I’m so, so sorry.
There will never be another Bubba.
There may be, however, a cat whose paws were made to twine themselves around V’s cold dead heart.
(joking! I love Victor! You know that!)
daysgoby’s last blog post..letter to me
just found your site last week, and i still feel like i’ve lost a little friend as well. my little old senior doggie is at the vet’s this minute with a serious infection. i’m now facing that same horrible question. i feel for you and your family.
So sorry for you and Bubba…rest in peace fuzzy friends…
heather’s last blog post..hair we go
I’m so sorry, Jenny. I’ve had to do that, unfortunately, too many times. It has sucked EVERY SINGLE TIME.
You are clearly good cat parents and did your best.
*hugs*
Jeff’s last blog post..My Random Band and Album
((((((Jenny))))))
I’m so, so sorry for your loss.
Julie Pippert’s last blog post..I’ve been called many names; “Hussein” would be the least of it
Jenny – I’m sorry for your loss.
Gretchen’s last blog post..Leap Day Giveaway!
Oh, Jenny. I’m so sorry. We’re going through the sick pet thing so I’m feeling your pain a little bit.
Rest in Peace Bubba. You were loved.
Chicky Chicky Baby’s last blog post..The year nobody dies
I’m so sorry Jenny.
Big snarfy cuddles to you, darlin’. May Bubba have a super time in Heaven!
Karen Sugarpants’s last blog post..The RAP Sheet: February 2008
I’m so sorry. I bet he was a happy kitty living with you.
get back on that horse soon – posey needs a new playmate.
Bob’s last blog post..who remember’s 78’s?
hugs
to you
sorry xo
amy’s last blog post..And carry your heart into my arms/That’s where you belong
Ohhhh fuck!! Jenny….
Hugs to you all.
I am a firm believer in Kitty Heaven btw.
Margaret’s last blog post..HEy….
Brand new reader here, delurking to say how sorry I am for your loss. Losing a pet is one of the hardest things anyone can experience.
Gina’s last blog post..Pothole Season
NOOO!
Jenny. Fuck man. I am so sorry.
mamatulip’s last blog post..Together, smiling
What a horrible thing to have to go through. We had to put down our cat, Moggy Mary, when I was about 4, my Mum used to tell me that she was living it up in heaven which was full of catnip and things to chase and play with. I think Bubba is playing with Moggy Mary right now.
x
LaLa’s last blog post..Shucks
Ahhhhh, man… this does suck. I’ve been trying to convince my vet that yes, there really is something wrong with my 17-year-old incontinent cat despite the bloodwork that says he’s perfectly healthy, but now I’m rethinking it…. damnit Bubba! Why did you and Jenny have to make me cry? I was making headway! RIP, Bubba!
My cat Patches had liver cancer. The vet told us, “You can take her home and wait, or you can help make her an angel today.”
Which is still the kindest thing anyone has ever said to me.
May your angel wings be furry, and all the mice be catchable, sweet Bubba.
Dawn’s last blog post..Haiku Pleading
Nooooooooooooo.
I’m so sorry.
jm’s last blog post..Dead Mouse or….?
I’m so sorry. This is the No. 1 reason I won’t ever get another dog. Hugs to you.
mrs. chicken’s last blog post..She’s Got A Way About Her
Having gone through this with several pets over the years, I can truly say I understand (to an extent) how you feel. I’m glad Victor was able to make you laugh (but hide the hammers? and RAT POISON?!? anyway.) Oh, and make a copy of that picture of Hailey and Bubba, and put it on a Gold CD, and make lots of copies of the thing, and put them in separate vaults. I’m *still* kicking myself over the digital photos I have managed to lose over the years.
~EdT.
Ed T.’s last blog post..Greater Houston Hamfest
I’m really sorry, friend. It’s so hard to lose a pet.
xo,
J
Oh, The Joys’s last blog post..Since You’re Gone
Oh, god, sweetie! I’m so so sorry.
And now I’m balling like a baby because I’m thinking of your sweet kitty and my sweet kitty and hoping they really are in kitty heaven playing and having a good time like I told Hollis.
Thinking of you.
xoxo
Lawyer Mama’s last blog post..Through the Leap Years
I am so sorry, Jenny. That just totally, totally, sucks. I sort of agree with your husband. I can’t have any more pets, either, because I absolutely cannot handle anything even remotely bad happening to them.
Rimarama’s last blog post..Coiff-o-Rama
Jenny, I’m so sorry for your loss. I have a hard time letting go, too. I totally know how you and your husband feel. From now on, it’s fish and annoying birds for us.
Avery’s last blog post..You Decide!
Oh Jenny, I am sooo sorry. I wish I had something better to say, but that just plain sucks.
Hugs times a million
Erica/TxGambit’s last blog post..Divorce with kids doesn’t mean the relationship ends….
I know it’s not much, but I’m sorry for your loss.
wright’s last blog post..Haiku Friday – El Gato’s Day
Fuck. That totally bites. Hold steady, honey, we love you.
markira’s last blog post..This is why I avoid the news
Aw, Jenny. So sad for you all. Lots of hugs for you and Hailey and Victor – and snuggles for Posey, who will mourn too.
Has anyone checked on Abe Vigoda today?
Sayre’s last blog post..Hot Tin Roof?
Oh, I’m so sorry. That just sucks.
Jerseygirl89’s last blog post..Haiku Friday – Meme-Alicious
Oh…I am so sorry for you. Losing a dear friend like this is just horrible.
Though I had to giggle at your “Last Cat Standing.”
Hang in there…maybe time for a new kitten?
Tiggerlane’s last blog post..Semi-Moved In
That bites furry ass!
He’s running, jumping, and hopefully swiping butt sniffs with my Bugger up there in kitty heaven…
Sorry for your super sucky day Hon.
Hugs to you all.
Dianna’s last blog post..A little off….
So sorry Jenny.
Jeff’s last blog post..A little slice of the Big Apple
awww…sorry for your loss…the only good thing is there is no more suffering for your cat.
oh no.
that sucks. i was really hoping he’d pull through, especially with all your efforts.
sad.
i love those pictures though…
Oh! I am so sorry. Poor Bubba.
mayberry’s last blog post..She actually WANTS to do math?
ok, i really hope this makes you laugh. if it doesn’t, you can totally punch me:
did you have him sent to your dad, the taxedermist?
laugh? maybe a little half smile? anything?
on a more serious note, i am so so so so so sorry. losing a pet totally sucks. it’s like losing a family member and it is just NOT COOL. BIG HUG honey
Biddy’s last blog post..Friday Fill In
oh sweetie, I’m so sorry.
jenn’s last blog post..my kid kicks ass
I’m sorry Jenny, I know exactly what that’s like.
Minus the threat to kill my other cats, that is.
Take care.
Hatchet’s last blog post..Boys & Girls
oh, baby. no. just no.
all i can do is cry with you because i know that we’re sisters in the losing the best redneckly named persian cats on the planet club this month.
it’s a motherfucking shitty club to be in. i love you, babe. hang in there.
I’m so sorry
jenny
Jenty’s last blog post..What not to wear
I am SO SO sorry. I know there are no words to make this better, but you are in my thoughts right now. The fact that our pet’s life spans are not the same as our’s is one of the gross inadequacies of the universe.
So sorry to hear about Bubba. Hugs to you guys . . .
Carrie’s last blog post..Before There Was Blogging
Aww, Honey, I’m so sorry.
Bunny’s last blog post..Memories
I’m so sorry. I’ve been there. It’s hard. I still miss my kitty from 5 years ago.
I’m so sorry.
.I was so hoping Bubba would pull through. I feel for you and your family. I’m hoping to have some good years left with my 14yo kitty, but when the time comes somebody’s going to have to sedate me.
Hairy Weisenheimmer’s last blog post..I See A Rainbow
I’m so sorry:(.
Kylie’s last blog post..Water runs dry
Thank you all. It makes it easier know that I got to share his fuzzy goodness with the world.
And no, we didn’t get him stuff (although I considered it) but we are having him cremated so we can add to our tiny urn collection.
I had to come back.
There are more {{{{{hugs}}}}} to give.
Take ‘em.
:/
Robin’s last blog post..Helping hungry homes and presents for EVERYBODY!
I’m so sorry.
That really is a bad feeling..Hugs today.
~JJ!’s last blog post..Happy? Haiku Day?(Scattered version)
Bubba, cat with moobs:
says good-bye, final journey -
Jenny will miss him.
~EdT.
Ed T.’s last blog post..Summary executions will continue until morale improves…
So sorry for your loss Jenny, it is so hard because they become part of our family. Big Cyber Hugs to you this weekend. Hang in there
Pets should live as long as we do !!!
Cat deaths at our house have been at an all time high in the last year or two, so I know how you feel. Sending out an internet hug…and SAVE POSEY.
AB’s last blog post..Today’s Post Brought To You By The Letter “T”
This reminds me of the time I met Ryan Reynolds in the mall. I said, “hey you’re Ryan Reynolds!” and he said “Hey buddy, how are you!” We talked for hours over Orange Juliuses and corn dogs. And he bought all of it! What a guy! Then after we tested out the massage chairs at Sharper Image, he said he was going to a party in 20 minutes and wanted to know if I would go and tell the story about getting busted by the cops for skateboarding at the municipal annex to his friends. He said that story was soooo crazy, none of his actor friends would believe it. So we went to this apartment and there was no one there. And then Ryan Reynolds said he had to go to the bathroom. He came out completely naked with a torque wrench in his hand and a huge erection. Ryan Reynolds raped me.
furiousball’s last blog post..i’m going to do something kick ass this weekend, stay tuned
i am so sorry for your loss. lots of love to your family and posey.
teresa’s last blog post..Colbert Handles Starbucks Closing With Aplomb
Oh Jenny – how sad. I’m so sorry. I hope Hailey copes with the news.
There is a great book called “Dog Heaven” that you could find at the library. It is aimed at kids to help explain the loss of a pet. A wonderful book.
Karmyn R’s last blog post..A Four Year Old Wisdom On Babies
That blows . . . chunks! With little flecks of multicolored nastiness in it!
Poor Bubba . . . he’ll be missed in the blogosphere, as well.
Law School Hot Mama’s last blog post..A Day in the Life of a Madwoman – Part 3 (The Final Installment)
I’m sorry, dear Bloggess. They really are part of the family. Just give Posey some extra cuddles, whether he wants them or not.
I’m so sorry
and here I am wondering how long I’m going to have to live with the dog shedding. I need to be grateful for every day with my dogs.
Try to smile today
Oh Jenny. I’m so sorry.
Kyla’s last blog post..On the last day of insurance…
Oh Jenny. :0( I dread that day with my Clydesdale. Where the hell will I put him?
Tracey’s last blog post..My Kids are Famous!
Will remember that you have a tiny urn collection so that if I ever go to your house I will not compliment you on the awesome bunch of pottery.
markira’s last blog post..This is why I avoid the news
I am sorry for your loss.
Next time you get a pet I suggest you get it to sign the waiver promising not to get sick or die.
nonlineargirl’s last blog post..It feels way too early to be asking this
(Hug).
I’m so sorry, honey.
It isn’t fair, and they are supposed to live forever. I hope you can find rest and peace in the fact that you all did everything you could for him. He had a good, long, loving and happy life. You were the best family Bubba could have had, and you know that’s significant. The choice you had to make is never an easy one, and there’s nothing anyone can say to lessen the pain that comes with it, even if it was doing the right, noble and best thing for him.
Shades’s last blog post..Small Town
I am so sorry.
Jacki’s last blog post..Aloha Friday: “Caption the Picture” Edition
Awwww, I’m so sorry.
That made me cry. I don’t even like cats.
Hey Jenny, that really is awful. Kara and I both love cats. We have two official ones and half-a-dozen unofficial ones that mooch off us daily. I’d hate to see anything happen to any of them.
I’m really sorry about Bubba (which, frankly, is a sentence I thought I’d never have to say again after high school).
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have to go hug my cat.
I’m sorry.
Aww..what a bummer about Bubba, but thank goodness for Posey, too. Yes, indeed dear Posey, resist the “funny food”. ;D
Hugs and love to you and your family, mamacita.
I’ve been there. Held my kitty until he breathed no more. IT SUCKED. His name was Tigger. He rocked in every way.
Heather’s last blog post..Recent lolcats that had me on the floor
I hate stinky days like that.
You’re loved, and Bubba was a stud-cat!
Headless Mom’s last blog post..Happy Leap Day!
Jenny, I am so sorry. My parents had to put our cat to sleep last week. He’d been around since I first started dating my hubby, so it was really sad. At least mom told me ahead of time this time. One time she put my dog to sleep while I was away for the summer in college and forgot to let me know. I’m still bitter.
I hope Victor will change his mind. The joy pets bring to our lives usually outweighs how much it sucks when they leave us.
Your fellow cat mourner,
The Introvert
Someone wise reminded me when I had to make that choice that pets don’t understand death, but they understand pain.
And thats why some pets get wonderful owners like you — because they get to understand comfort, and hugs, and full tummys, and tickles, and snuggles, and ….more than I can put in this space.
I’m sorry for your loss. I’m happy that you got to share Bubba!
Pamela’s last blog post..Spring Teasers
Jenny, I’m sorry. Those Persian kitties have a way about them.
mothergoosemouse’s last blog post..Fearlessness
I’m so sorry honey.
Lotta’s last blog post..Kiss my ass Casmir Pulaski
That totally sucks.. when I had to put my pokey to sleep I cried for days. She had owned me for 16 years. I swore I’d never have pets again but now we have three new dogs. I will have to be honest and say I’m not nearly as attached to them as I was pokey.
wolfbaby’s last blog post..I swear there are birthday pics
Shit, so sorry. And yes, amen for husbands who say the right thing.
amanda’s last blog post..An F in Home Ec isn’t an F in Motherhood
I’m so sorry about Bubba – and I know, I KNOW how awful it is for that to happen after you’ve out your heart and soul into caring them back to health again, been there done that with Lucy-rabbit. Hugs to you all. xo
alyndabear’s last blog post..A Pinch and a Punch.
That’s so sad – it’s so hard to lose a pet.
Avitable’s last blog post..Lazy Sunday XXXIX
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss – that’s just terrible!
Paige Martin’s last blog post..Popular Things to Do to Your Home Before You Sell
Better to have loved and lost, they say, but the lost part sure sucks.
Katy’s last blog post..Call Me Crazy
I just recently turned my sister, in Baltimore, on to your blog because of the Bubba stories, especially the shaved cat photo with the fang!! (my personal favorite)I talked to her today and I told her, “I have bad news for you. Bubba died.” She knew exactly who I was talking about.
Hugs!!!!
Shoegirl’s last blog post..Never Enough Time
Oh man, that bites the big one. Hope he’s skipping along in kitty heaven with the poor cat from Meet the Fockers. They’ll own that joint.
I’m late to the party… er… wake? but I wanted to tell you I’m sorry too. i didn’t get to the computer all weekend and am ust now getting the news. hugs
ktjrdn’s last blog post..They’re here!
Gad this is the second Blogcat in a week that’s gone on to the great kitty litter in the sky. I can’t take it!
Poor Posey…I can imagine my baby cat, if the older one goes first. Walking from room to room wondering where Kiki went…
Best to you and yours. It’s a tough time.
Candy’s last blog post..Prom Dress Shopping (And no, I’m not going to say ‘that word.?)
I’m so sorry to hear about Bubba.
Erin’s last blog post..It’s Almost Like We Live There
(Huge heaving sigh)
I am now in mourning with you Jenny.
I heart Bubba.
Luann’s last blog post..dreams
Damn. Damn, damn, damn. I’m so sorry, babe. Losing a friend is so hard, period.
Hugging you from across the country:
(((You)))
Melanie’s last blog post..HEY, YOUUUUU GUYYYYYS….
Oh no, I’m so sorry Jenny. It’s probably small consolation now, but you will be glad when the first feelings of grief have subsided that you all had a chance to tell him you loved him and say goodbye before he went to kitty cat heaven.
Miss Yvonne’s last blog post..I Met Barack Obama Today
Oh, Jenny. I’m so sorry!
You give that last cat a cuddle, and then tie Victor down until his murderous urges pass.
kittenpie’s last blog post..Weekend Bits and Pieces
That last cuddle – I think it makes all the difference.
Hugs for you ~
qt’s last blog post..What Happens in NYC?.
I think I peed a little reading that … yup, I did.
Maternal Mirth’s last blog post..The Parent I Was Before I Became a Parent
Oh Jenny…I’m so sorry!
JessicaC’s last blog post..I think I knee’d to update!
Poor girl, I feel so bad to hear that this did not end well. You did the right thing to end the suffering. It is never an easy thing for sure.
I just cried. I hate it and can’t imagine how you must feel! I think it’s so strange that I can watch (and often laugh) about people getting injured, but if someone hurts and animal or if one is sick, it’s devastating to me.
RIP Bubba
Arwen’s last blog post..Two-fer Friday: BAD Roads
I’m comment 100-something, but if you ever see it, I just want you to know my heart goes out to you. We’re still trying to keep Hazel hanging in there. I am so sorry about Bubba.
Mary’s last blog post..Mystery Science Snapshots
I am so very sorry you’ve lost Bubba.
Sock Girl’s last blog post..Protected: Movin? on up
Oh no Bubba! So Sad.
{{{{{{Hugs}}}}}}}} to you and your family. Losing a pet is hard.
zenmomma’s last blog post..The meaning of life?
Way bad way behind bloggy friend.
So so sorry to hear about bubba. Smooches to you.
Sandra’s last blog post..I Am Not An Aboriginal Woman
Your site looks very interesting to me. I found it doing a search for butt hairy women.
I read about your Bubba a while back and I’m really sorry (a bit belated, I know).
andrea’s last blog post..A Day Late and about $2000 Short
cat’s dying are a particularly deep & penetrating sadness.
love this post! such an adorable cat!
Aw, Jeeze…I know it sucks when people leave comments on posts that are a whole freaking year old but I felt compelled because last week, I had to put my persian to sleep and it was horrible and I love the conversation you and your husband had about it because I had a similar one with my boyfriend who was all like, “Great, now it’s just us and Emily…”
And besides…it’s the internet…and time doesn’t follow the ordinary rules here, right?
A.C.’s last blog post..“Come here baby.”
Captain Snugglepants is just about the cutest name I’ve heard in a long time. And I hear a lot of pet names.
Ironically I’m great with the empathy in person but not so much over the internet. So I will keep it short with: I’m so very sorry. I will be a nutcase when I put my kids down, so feel free to be a nutcase all you need. More so than usual, I suppose.
*I hate that I feel the need to clarify this, but by kids I was refering to the 4 legged variety. With fur. And no, they aren’t just severly retarded children.
Saskia’s last blog post..People and Trauma and all of the Beauty in between.