Mom's kitty
Mom's kitty
Last week, my mom put her 14 year old cat, Precious, to sleep due to liver failure. Today, her little 6 month old kitten, Bubba, was killed by neighbor Rotweilers (sp?). I couldn't believe it when I heard it. My mom's been through so much. My step-dad commited suicide back in 1994 and she still grieves over that. And the hits just keep on coming. She thinks she's being punished for something. I honestly don't know what to tell her because I feel just as sad. I can't stop crying, either, so I don't know that I'm helping matters any. I don't know what to do for her. What can I tell her? I've been through putting a kitty to sleep, but not all these things at one time. If anyone has any good websites I can recommend to her or some good books for her to read, please let me know. I'm not sure what else to do.
Re: Mom's kitty
I'm sorry you and your mom have had so much tragedy in your lives. You both must feel overwhelmed. Here is a link to a University of Washington site on grieving and coping with loss that may be of some comfort. There is a reading list at the bottom of the page. I wish I could help more. You and your mom are in my thoughts and prayers.
http://depts.washington.edu/scc/grief.html
http://depts.washington.edu/scc/grief.html
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I'm so sorry to hear about all the sadness that has come to your mom and you. I've been through the loss of several pets at once too and it is so very hard. I think the best thing you can do for your mom is let her know that you're grieving too - I think it will help her to know she's not alone, even if you can't cheer her up exactly. And of course tell her that she's certainly not being punished!
My prayers for a happier time for your both.
((hugs))
-kate
My prayers for a happier time for your both.
((hugs))
-kate
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Kim, I'm so sorry about the recent tragedies, my heart goes out to you both.
There are several pet loss/support links listed in the "announcement" link at the top of this forum....
Let your mom know that she is not alone and that you share in her grief. Sometimes, it helps to know that others are feeling the same toward a loss, if nothing else, comforting words to let your loved one know you are there to lend an ear, support, just to talk, etc.
In the future, advise you mom to never let out kittens or cats outdoors where there is known danger. Outdoor living usually always has a consequence. Even if let out for a short period of time, cats should always be on a harness and lead, strictly supervised at all times.
(((HUGS)))
There are several pet loss/support links listed in the "announcement" link at the top of this forum....
Let your mom know that she is not alone and that you share in her grief. Sometimes, it helps to know that others are feeling the same toward a loss, if nothing else, comforting words to let your loved one know you are there to lend an ear, support, just to talk, etc.
In the future, advise you mom to never let out kittens or cats outdoors where there is known danger. Outdoor living usually always has a consequence. Even if let out for a short period of time, cats should always be on a harness and lead, strictly supervised at all times.
(((HUGS)))
..........Traci
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I'm so sorry for your mother's heartache! The best book I know of is by C.S. Lewis, "A Grief Observed." The discussion of grieving for a lost spouse is so real and true it's almost frightening. If she hasn't already read this, I highly recommend it.
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I'm so very sorry for the unfortunate events your Mom has experienced lately and in the past...just being there for here can help..it's so difficult when events happen that are out of our control..
My thoughts and prayers are with the kitties, you and your Mom.
My thoughts and prayers are with the kitties, you and your Mom.
Lisa, Angel Smokey and little Caz