Maybe the Mayans were partially right. Seems like there are loads of AtHomeFamily pets that are not making it to 2013. Early in the Spring we had to have our new dog put-down after she got an infection during her spay surgery. That super sucked.
A couple of times this year we had to finish off wounded or sick chickens. Not real fun, but part of the deal with our backyard chicken flock.
Today was a totally different level of yuck though. P.K., our 16+ year old calico cat went over the Rainbow Bridge this afternoon. Six months ago it seemed like her time was up. We made a diet change for her and she perked up and fattened up nicely for a little while. Last week I noticed she was getting skinny again, but I also saw her jump over our 8 foot tall garden gate so I didn't think much of any of it.
Yesterday she was really wanting to just sleep in one spot. This morning she was hardly moving and laying flat out on the kitchen floor when we left for church. A few hours later we were taking the drive to the vet, knowing that she would not be returning with us. The Talker is a stoic little dude and he sat in the waiting area after saying his goodbyes at home. The Princess was torn up and waited with PK until the vet came into the room. The Boss Lady and I stayed with our first pet until she was gone.
15 years or more ago, PK got hurt real bad in a fall from our oak tree that towered over a concrete driveway. Her herniated diaphragm required life saving surgery. Her broken leg required that she live in a crate under my desk for months. I hauled her to work daily and would sneak her into the office before my 75 year old boss would get to the office. He would frequently let us know that he "heard a cat" but PK was so pretty and perfect that none of my co-workers ever ratted me out to The Man.
Our family is really into our pets. That is probably obvious to everyone. Still, even though there are 8 more animals sharing our house these days, we will surely never have another Pretty Kitty.
PK, you were a perfect first pet. We will think about you often and I'll take care of your girls. And us boys, too.
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