I Am Heartbroken

I'm very sad to announce that my beautiful, sweet, loving cat, Bo, passed away suddenly on Friday. He had been showing his age lately, as he was fifteen years old, but his sudden passing was a shock and heartbreak to us.

Thankfully, he did not suffer. He did not greet us when our morning alarm went off, as he faithfully did every day, and my husband and I immediately knew something was wrong and went to look for him.  We found him lying on his side, unresponsive and quivering a little, near his litter box.  We took him to the vet as soon as they opened and the doctor said there was nothing we could do to save him, that he probably had a massive stroke.  He told us cats of his size and age often have cardiovascular problems and that it was best that he now be put down so that he did not suffer. My husband and I were with Bo to the end. Our hearts were broken to lose such a good, faithful friend and loving companion.

We adopted Bo when he was six years old, nine years ago. His first owner had to give him up because her future husband was very allergic to cats. The moment Bo came into our lives he brought us joy! His favorite activities were eating, sleeping and purring.  He was always very affectionate and loved to sit on our laps. He greeted us every morning and every time we would come home he would be by the door.  He asked for nothing but food and love and gave us so much in return.

I'm glad Bo lived long enough to move to Colorado with us! We bought a large carrier for him so he could stand and turn around in it, and we were able to fit a small litter box and food and water in it, so Bo was comfortable in our car for the cross country trip.  We elevated the carrier in the back of our Subaru so Bo could look out, and he enjoyed watching the scenery go by.  When we arrived he quickly adjusted to our new home and loved sitting by the backdoor window, watching the rabbits and birds in our backyard.

Bo even learned to "play" with our grandchildren! He was just that kind of sweet, tolerant cat

My last photo of Bo, taken a week ago.

My husband and I joked that we were happy that we bought a new couch for Bo, as he loved to sit on a soft throw that we had tossed over the middle of it. We loved him so much that we allowed him that spot, as he really did deserve it.

I'm sure anyone who reads this, who has been privileged enough to have the unconditional love of a pet, will understand the sorrow and loss we feel right now.  I love you Bo, and I always will.  I will never forget you, and you will always live on in my heart!