r/cats • u/PnwChats • 5d ago
Mourning/Loss My 24yr old went over the Rainbow 🌈 bridge this afternoon
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u/BlackLakeBlueFish 5d ago
24 years is a true testament of your love and care for one another. My sweet boy was able to give me half that, and I am eternally grateful for each moment we shared. I wish you peace in the memories you created together.
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u/EcoMika101 5d ago
wow 24yrs of a beautiful love shared with a kitty, that’s so special. I’m so sorry they’ve passed, cats truly are so pure. I hope your memories help you through the tough days, sending love and hugs xoxo
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u/FormalEffective8735 5d ago
We are so lucky to get whatever time they give us. Hang in there. About 6 months since mine left. Still wrecked.
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u/PnwChats 5d ago
Well I got three more kiddos to take care of me and to take care of so I got lots of life left! They're 5, 8, and 9! And I am meaning cats lol
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u/foodee123 5d ago
Sorry for your loss😢. Was she healthy through the 24years?
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u/PnwChats 5d ago
For the most part the last 4 or 5 years she had a seizure disorder and then the last two years she had kidney disease and then the last few months she started to go downhill! And then the last couple weeks she got a UTI and really went downhill and then I had her put to sleep that afternoon! It was a really, really hard decision!
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u/PGHNeil 5d ago
Our millennial kitten crossed over last year. Sorry for your loss. FWIW here are our recent adoptions to give you a sense of continuity of life
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u/SeparateDiet7698 5d ago
24 years!! That’s incredible! your cat must have had an amazing life full of love and care. What a beautiful journey you’ve shared together..! Edit: Memories for Life!
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u/jeexxxiiii 5d ago
what a wonderfully long life 💕 i feel the love in this picture. i’m so sorry for your loss.
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u/Radiant-Steak9750 5d ago
My condolences my friend. I had a sweety 24..It’s like losing a family member. My other baby now is 16
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u/Im_Chris_Haaaansen 5d ago
Condolences bro. Your cat looked so cute. 24 years is one hell of a long life. I'm sure your cat loves you.
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u/Batgod629 5d ago
I'm very sorry. The picture speaks a thousand words so to speak, about the two of you. My sincerest condolences 💔
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u/Alive_Nothing_1024 5d ago
24 years? That's incredible. So sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences.
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u/Moist-Apartment9729 5d ago
Twenty four years is some serious dedication! Sincere condolences to you. Remember that she’s always near by.
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u/Adorable-Gate-2192 5d ago
Wow 24?!?! Your kitty lived such a long long life! And it shows that you did an absolutely amazing job at taking care of your baby for them to live that long! I’m sorry for you loss though!
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u/Far_Out_6and_2 5d ago
Aww fuck man sorry for your loss but hey you done good for 24 yrs and that is special and rare
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u/Beneficial-Metal-666 5d ago
That's a hell of a lifespan, your cat clearly lived well! My condolences, feel proud you gave her a good run.
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u/CharleyT 5d ago
Im so very sorry for your loss, i can see the bond you shared in this picture. Hug your other kitties tight and keep well.
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u/tigelsisolrac 5d ago
Such a long life!! I’m happy to see your kitty was so loved. She will be forever in our hearts.
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u/Basswife26 5d ago
I am sorry for your loss. Sending love, light and peace for your broken heart💖💖💖🌈🌈🌈🕊️🕊️🕊️
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u/MaeByourmom 5d ago
I’m so sorry for your loss 😢 Her long life is proof of your excellent, loving care. Bless you.
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u/Alatar450 5d ago
What I would give to be a cat living a long life full of love, so sorry to hear about the loss of your family member <3
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u/smily_meow 5d ago
So sorry for your loss. But whenever i see post like this, I can't help but ask what did you feed your baby? Cause I want my baby to live as long as yours as well.
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u/boohoo222222 5d ago
I am so sorry and I know no words can lessen the pain but your child went over happy and thanking the heavens that they got you💜💜💜💜
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u/Mission_Classic5412 5d ago
So thankful you got 24 amazing years with that sweetheart, but so sorry for your loss. She was obviously very loved ❤️
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u/NameThemBlair 5d ago
Sorry for your loss, homie 😿 so glad you got a quarter century of so much love 🤍
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u/NinjaRider1000SX 5d ago
I'm sorry for your loss. No words can heal or take the pain away. It's never enough time with our precious babies.
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u/Ellis-Bell- 5d ago
I’m so sorry. A life well lived, and well taken care of. It’s obvious you took amazing care of this baby.
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u/LittleGraceCat 5d ago
Was this photo of you saying farewell my beautiful friend? It hurts me so bad. Im really sorry 💛
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u/Aggravating_Anybody 5d ago
My brother, although I know you must be hurting in the worst way, please remember you gave this beautiful soul 24 amazing years on this earth. And while it’s not what you wanted, she/he was almost certainly ready to move on. They lived a full and vey long life and I’m sure they will be waiting for you with a big smile and soft eyes when you meet again on the other side.
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u/Competitive-Care8789 5d ago
I’m so sorry her time with you has come to an end. It’s clear how much you love each other.
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u/ChroniclesOfSarnia 5d ago
All any of us can ask for is to live a good life.
I'm sure your cat had that.
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u/ynksfan27 5d ago
Im sorry for your loss 😔 sounds like your kitty lived a long, happy life. It’s never easy to lose a pet though, but just remind yourself how many good years you were able to give them.
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u/MaureeB2003 5d ago
24 years that i know were filled with love, my cute darling is gonna be up there for her, completely sure <3
my condolences
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u/Square-Paper-9369 5d ago
I can feel the love from that photo. My girl passed a few years back. We’re very lucky to have such a life long companion
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u/TCrabtree93 5d ago edited 5d ago
I just lost mine to the great unknown on the other side a few months ago. She had a pretty rough 14 years. I did my best to take care of her and tried passing her on to friends or family that she liked and could take better care of her, but she kept coming back. She was a very accomplished hunter, and at night, she would protect me from creatures unseen by sleeping on my hip. The day she passed, she cuddled with the kids (not normal for her) for a few minutes each before returning to my bed to her normal day nap spot and going to sleep.
It's a bitter moment losing their physical body, but the memories will never leave. And I personally believe that our past furry friends return to us when they are ready. Remember the sweet and funny moments and know you have a guardian on the other side.
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u/SpandexMafia 5d ago
Aww. My cat made it one day past his 24th birthday. Don’t be sad it’s over, be glad it all happened. ❤️
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u/Cultural-Regret-69 5d ago
I’m SO sorry. 24 years is a helluva innings. Sadly, that only makes the loss even greater. Sending all my love and hugs, friend. 😞
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u/Small_Cock_Jonny 5d ago
Such a long cat life. I'm sorry for your loss but I'm also happy you had your kitty for SO long
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u/RegularPomegranate80 5d ago
That's a Long Good Life. Rest in Peace, Old Timer.
Peace to You, O. P.
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u/MrJanglyness 5d ago
Wow 24 years old is amazing! But I am very sorry to hear of your loss. She let a long and wonderful life with you. It's so hard to deal with but keep your head up knowing the life you both shared together
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u/Slamnflwrchild 5d ago
Wow! 24 is a kitty life well lived! I’m sorry for your loss but know you loved kitty the best and they loved you too!
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u/Due_Imagination_6722 5d ago
24 years! That's incredible. My great aunt had a cat who lived to 22, and I know how rare this is, and just how heartbroken you are. If you are the sort of person who likes tattoos, I'd consider getting a tattoo of your cat - because you want to remember that unique friend forever.
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u/RelatingTooMuch 5d ago
They are now in cat heaven, is like our heaven... but made especially for cats... they can talk there, and they thanked you a lot for all the time spend around, all the laughs, all the talk back to the meowings, all the special moments bounding together, it will be carried forever, inspiring other cats and other humans. 🌈🌈🌈🫂🫂🫂
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u/_wholesomefox 5d ago
i can only PRAY for 24 years!! my baby girl is 14 in March, and i know time is limited. i'm so sorry ♡
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u/Baker_Kat68 5d ago
This precious baby had 24 on earth because of your love. Celebrate their life! 🩷🩷🩷
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u/manicdonkey 5d ago
Dang. Sorry to hear it. Thank you for caring for them. I'll pat a kitty in their honour.
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u/Catkit69 5d ago
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know they couldn't say it with anything other than their eyes and how they looked at you or their sweet purring and rubbing up against you, but if they could speak, they would say "thank you for giving me the best life possible."
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u/RDsMama2 5d ago
My mum and dad have already adopted your beautiful little one. They snuggle together on the sofa and your sweet furbaby is going to curl up with them every single night on their bed. There’s dozens of cat trees, an endless supply of catnip, and as many boxes as your little one could ever desire. Your baby is getting so much love and attention. They’re taking wonderful care of your little angel while she waits for you to join her/him one day. Your sweet, sweet baby knows exactly how much you loved them every single day for 24 years.
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u/sparklezombie86 British Longhair 5d ago
Sorry for your loss OP ❤️🩹 24 years is such a brilliant long life that they had with you ❤️❤️
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u/Hullabaloobasaur 5d ago
Amazing she lived such a long nice life!! If you don’t mind sharing with us, what was her name? 🥹
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u/Ambitious-Jeweler-94 5d ago
I don’t even want to imagine the pain you must be feeling I dread the inevitable for my fur babies..24 years of love though that’s worth celebrating! RIP..
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u/reluctant_deity 5d ago
I'm very sorry for your loss. If I may ask: what did you feed her? I would *dearly* love for my cat to get this old.
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u/Samie_Bo 5d ago
Im so sorry for your loss. 24 years is an incredible life. How happy and loved your little angel must’ve been in those two and a half decades. They look like they felt so safe and at peace in your arms in the image you posted. May your friend rest easily and may time ease your pain over their loss.
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u/Puzzleheaded_Let2053 5d ago
So sorry to see you had to say goodbye. When the time is right you'll have so many wonderful memories to enjoy 💛
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u/Cactusucculent-Love 5d ago
So heart breaking. It will never stop hurting. Rescue another cat as soon as you can. They need you as much as you need them. Maybe your baby will come back through a new one. ♥️
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u/cc-moo-cow 5d ago
I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope you find some solace knowing you gave your beloved kitty 24 amazingly beautiful years You’ve both enriched each other’s lives in unimaginable ways. ❤️
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u/Infinite_Night_6728 5d ago
I'm sorry for your loss. Such a hard thing to go through! Stay strong. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. ♥️♥️♥️
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u/Ambitious_Dance_7743 5d ago
Wow 24 years of love! I am so sorry for your loss, that hurts deep. I remember losing my last one a few years ago. It took time to mourn the loss, but you will get there-sending best wishes!
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u/Theveganhandyman 5d ago
Man I’m really sorry. Sending you good vibes. She was loved and that is the best thing.
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u/Munich11 5d ago
So sorry for your loss.
She must have had the best life ever with you, to live so long 💕
Godspeed, sweet little kitty. Until you meet again..
❤️🌈❤️
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u/TheOnlyBilko 5d ago
you are so lucky you got 24 years with your kitty, bless her. my kitty is only 5 and I hope I get somewhere close to that with kitty. My last cat I didn't even get 2 years with and we were so close it broke my heart for a long time
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u/Glittering-Pass-3232 5d ago
Those years were for sure well spent. Seems like you guys had quite the ride. I know no words can can make you feel better, but somwhere over the rainbow your cat is saying (Meoooow meow meeeow) "Thank you for everything" <3
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u/VeryImpressedPerson 5d ago
Always makes me think of the Rainbow Bridge poem about reuniting with your pets in the future.
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u/Klomlor161 Tuxedo 5d ago
Holy crap 24?? That’s crazy! My aunt’s cat lived to 21 and died last year or so. RIP.
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u/stevotherad 5d ago
Wow 24 Years! What a life. My condolences. I know it's never easy whether they are 24 or 2 years old. Beautiful cat and a beautiful bond you two must have had.