Annette Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Today we took our very first "fur girl" to the vet to be put to sleep. She became a part of our family before we were married. She was born under my parents porch when someone moved out of the neighborhood and left behind a pregnant cat. Taffy was the last to be captured. I had to have her because she was so hard to get. She was a very shy girl. She was the definition of a "scaredy cat". Taffy was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism in September of last year. She was so spooky that we could not medicate her on a regular basis. We managed to medicate her for several days in a row at first, but she quit coming out. She was afraid of us. When she was hungry enough she finally stayed out. We weren't going to add any stress to her spooky life and never pilled her again. She was down to five pounds. Untreated hyperthyroidism can cause high blood pressure, which can lead to blindness if not treated. At Christmas time she went blind. She was scared and confused at first but she adjusted. She was still happy as Taffy could be. Monday she would occasionally scream for no apparent reason. She did not to be in pain when we checked her over. She did the same on Tuesday, but Wednesday she was screaming all the time. Today she made absolutely no noise. She was confused, did not seem to know what she was doing. She acted like she had a stroke. We took her to the vet today after Roy came home from work. She is at the Bridge now playing to her heart's content with her kitty brother Spooky, and tripping her Greyhound brothers and sister Wheat, Icabod and Scarlett. Taffy Mattson: 10/1988 - 4/6/06 Annette and Roy Quote Annette, mom to Banjo (AJN Spider Man) & Casey (kitty), wife to Roy. Mom to bridgekids: Wheat (GH), Icabod (GH), Scarlett (Cab's Peg Bundy), Rhett (Kiowa Day Juice), Dixie (Pazzo Dixie), Pogo/Gleason (Rambunctious), and Miriam (Miriam of Ruckus) and Spooky, Taffy, Garfield, & Lefty (kitties) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greymomnc Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I am so sorry. Sending prayers to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cully Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Taffy, go chase butterflies!! Sending to your family. Quote waiting at the bridge Connie Van Teddy & Jojo, Cobra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest how888 Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I feel so bad for you. I had a kitty named Taffy too. Now I know they are both chasing butterflies over the bridge. I hope all your precious memories comfort you at this time. Just know we are here for support day and night. Taffy was lucky to have had you in her life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest greytbookert Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I'm so sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I am so sorry...my sympathy and prayers. Have fun with all of our Bridge Babes sweetie pie. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scullysmum Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Quote <p>"One day I hope to be the person my dog thinks I am"Sadi's Pet Pages Sadi's Greyhound Data PageMulder1/9/95-21/3/04 Scully1/9/95-16/2/05Sadi 7/4/99 - 23/6/13 CroftviewRGT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jettcricket Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Bless you for opening up your heart to this special girl and loving her. I'm so sorry for your loss, but she knew she was loved. Run free pretty girl - you don't have to be afraid of anyone ever again.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiffer Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I am so sorry! Farewell Taffy! Quote Jennifer and Beamish (an unnamed Irish-born Racer) DOB: October 30, 2011 Forever and always missing my "Vowels", Icarus, Atlas, Orion, Uber, and Miss Echo, and Mojito. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I'm so sorry. She is in good company at the bridge. God bless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ChrissyB Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Sweet little baby cat---she will always be remembered!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WileyandBadger Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Sending my sympathy Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted April 8, 2006 Share Posted April 8, 2006 I am sorry: I just had to send my kitty Echo to the bridge yesterday, similar circumstances. He was about the same age as your kitty, and his little body just gave out. I am sure they are healthy, happy and whole again, playing and chasing and having a wonderful time at the Bridge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gogh4It Posted April 8, 2006 Share Posted April 8, 2006 Annette, I am so sorry for your loss...what a beautiful story. It brought back some of my own childhood memories of our cats....we always had one in our family...I have 3 along with my greys & they do make wonderful companions. I will keep you in my thoughts & my prayers throughout the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annette Posted April 8, 2006 Author Share Posted April 8, 2006 Roy and I want to thank everyone for their support and prayers for our Taffy girl. It is greatly appreciated. Annette and Roy Quote Annette, mom to Banjo (AJN Spider Man) & Casey (kitty), wife to Roy. Mom to bridgekids: Wheat (GH), Icabod (GH), Scarlett (Cab's Peg Bundy), Rhett (Kiowa Day Juice), Dixie (Pazzo Dixie), Pogo/Gleason (Rambunctious), and Miriam (Miriam of Ruckus) and Spooky, Taffy, Garfield, & Lefty (kitties) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Emma1 Posted April 8, 2006 Share Posted April 8, 2006 I'm so sorry for your loss. It's always hard to lose a member of the family. I hope your memories of your sweet kitty bring you peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 4baddogs Posted April 8, 2006 Share Posted April 8, 2006 So many bridge babies lately. I'm so very sorry for your loss of Taffy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAVED2 Posted April 8, 2006 Share Posted April 8, 2006 So sorry for your loss. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CindiLuvsGreys Posted April 8, 2006 Share Posted April 8, 2006 I'm so sorry. I just had to have my 17 year old pts. I know how you feel. Have fun at The Bridge Taffy. I'm sure there is plenty of catnip and paper ball. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliesMom Posted April 9, 2006 Share Posted April 9, 2006 Sincerest condolences. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jeannejj Posted April 9, 2006 Share Posted April 9, 2006 (edited) My sympathies. Peace to you. Edited April 9, 2006 by jeannejj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VaGreymom Posted April 9, 2006 Share Posted April 9, 2006 I am so sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Aggie94 Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 I'm sorry for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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