Achmed died today. My heart is broken.
Hugs I’m so sorry. 
oh, Rubystreak, I am so, so sorry.
I wish I could think of something comforting to say. I have had cats die, but never like this. I was hoping so much that you would come back with good news.
My heart goes out to you.
Oh damn. I am so sorry. So sorry.
Shoot, I was hoping for a happy ending. I am so sorry.
Don’t lose the love you had for Achmed. Someday some other furry friend may need what you can give.
I’ll send up prayers for you too. Really, take care of yourself. Do you have a beautiful place where you can put Achmed to rest? I buried my Baby with his leash, food dish, favorite blanket, and a St. Francis medallion from an Animal Blessing service. Silly of me, perhaps, but taking refuge in ritual was a comfort.
I’ve been watching this thread all day. I’m so sorry.
I’m so sorry Ruby. very very sorry.
I couldn’t think of anything, so Rick helped me find this quotation I loved. It was comforting to me when my cats died.
Dear little ghosts, whose memories
have never faded from our hearts…
Sleep sweetly in the Fields of Asphodel,
And waken, as of old, to stretch thy languid length,
And purr thy soft contentment to the skies."
-Agnes Repplier
I hope your Achmed is at peace.
Oh no! I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s always horrible when a pet dies (I’ve had two snakes die in the past year, for various reasons).
Sue the fucker. Sue him GOOD. :mad:
Rubystreak, I’m really sorry about Achmed. My prayers go out to you.
My little Smokey died this morning. Bum ticker… and only 4 years old. Three weeks ago he was fine and now he’s gone. Your post made me cry, but it helped too, to think of him frollicking in kitty heaven. Thank you, Brynda, and Rick too.
Rubystreak, i’m sorry for your loss, i lost my cat earlier this year, he was getting old, and one day he simply wandered off and i never saw him again, i had him since he was a newborn kitten, and he was the freindliest cat, wasn’t alloof or standoffish like the stereotypical cat, he was a real people cat
at least Achmed is frolicing up in Kitty Heaven now, he’ll wait for you
as far as your landlord’s dog goes (casts meaningful looks at his Mossberg 12-gauge)… well, lets just say it’s fate is sealed, once animal control is notified of Achmed’s untimely passing from canine assault, lets just say the mutt should be living on borrowed time, if there’s any justice left in the world
look on the good side though, your’e pretty much guaranteed to win your lawsuit against the landlord, if i were you, i’d hit him up for vet bills for Achmed, your medical bills, get back your damage deposit and a few months rent, and require that the dog be put down, take no prisoners, he doesn’t seem to care about the welfare of other animals (other than his mutt), so you have to hit him where it hurts, financially, let him know he has to be accountable for the actions of his mutt
Violence and cruelty cannot be solved with more violence and cruelty. The dog cannot help the fact that it’s a fucking mindless creature that will chase after the first small furry thing it sees.
But then again, what the hell am I saying? Had I come to the rescue of a cat being attacked by a dog, I’d reach for the biggest stick in sight and beat the dog into a coma.
It’s so upsetting to hear about the untimely loss of your cat, Rubystreak. My prayers are with you and Achmed.
I am so, so sorry about Achmed. I love my own kitties like they’re my own children. All I can say is (very lamely, too) that Achmed was loved throughout his life, and he left the world surrounded by love and good wishes, too.
I’m terribly sorry for your loss, Rubystreak. Crying as I type this, remembering what happened to Boo Boo Kitty. I don’t know what else to say, because I know there’s not much comfort right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
I’m so sorry Rubystreak
I shouldn’t have opened this - but I was so hoping it would be good news.
I can’t imagine what I would do if anything happened to my Tarot.
Please look after yourself - and, when you are ready, you will find another kitty to love.
I’ve been following this thread.
I am so sorry.
Rubystreak, I’m so sorry…
I was so hoping to come in this morning and see good news. I’m crying as I type this…
Rest in peace, little Achmed. You and Rubystreak will be united again one day at the Bridge.
Rubystreak - I too am so sorry for your loss and I feel your pain. I had TWO cats fall victim to the neighbor’s Akitas, both in my own yard. Those were two of the most traumatic experiences of my life. May your revenge be sweet, if animal control in your area is better than it is in mine. I have waited two years to extract my own revenge, and boy will it be sweet, and served very cold. If you’re going to grow pot, don’t, DON’T piss off your neighbors as much as the cretin next door has done to me. Speaking from experience, time may make it a little better, but you’ll never totally forgive and forget. My thoughts are with you.
I am so sorry Rubystreak. It is horrible to lose a cat. They are such an important part of our lives.
I really think you need to make sure that that dog is put down. If he will do this to a cat, how on earth can anyone know he won’t hurt a small child. He has now proven he is a menace. It isn’t about revenge, it is about safety.
It seems unfair that one persons assholish behavior will cost the lives of two animals. Achmed did not deserve what happened to him, and the landlord’s dog deserved an owner that would make sure he was socialised to other animals.
Damn. I signed on hoping for some happy news.
You have my prayers and thoughts - my heart is breaking for you right now. Achmed knew how loved he was - it’s quite obvious from your posts. I hope that will comfort you.
Ava