Comforting a sad kitten

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  • 8 June, 2016 at 7:49 pm #848397
    Jason Johnson
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    OK I’m new here my name is JasoN, well in 2015 In around summer-ish we rescued two kittens that were found outside of my mother’s workplace and from then on they’ve been a part of the family and this morning I woke up to my mom sobbing and she told me to go outside and I did and the smaller kitten of the two was laying in the grass with spit marks and looking around there were three stray dogs fleeing the area. Well she is dead and her brother is sleeping next to me right now but he’s breathing really fast and is making weird noises and earlier he was sniffing around for looking around looking for her and I was just wondering how to comfort inn because it’s breaking my heart seeing him like this. I understand it’s not gonna be fixed overnight but I really want to do anything I can to make sure he’s okay. Any advice will help… Thank you

    9 June, 2016 at 1:50 am #848408
    Anonymous
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    This is such a sad time for your boy kit. He’s been raised with his sister and he doesn’t understand why she’s gone so just cuddle with him. It won’t be fixed overnight but his hoomin comforting him can make it less difficult. Some people think getting another kit right away is a good idea and some people say to wait awhile. He’s been with you since he was a kitten so you should know if and when he’s ready for a companion. That’s assuming you and mom want another cat.

    All of you are hurting because his sister has crossed the Rainbow Bridge.

    http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a13/janedodo/Rainbow-Bridge-Poem_zpsh2qdpedg.jpg

    PG

    9 June, 2016 at 1:58 am #848410
    Kittyzee
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    Jason, was the little male kitten outside too? Is there any concern that he was attacked by the dogs? If so, then you need to get him to a vet. If not, he is probably traumatized by the whole thing as he is picking up on your family’s grief. He will be fine, but extra love and cuddles are what all of you need. I am so sorry. I can’t print what I think should happen to the dogs and their owners, but I would NOT let your kitten or any cat outside again. He will be fine not going outside and will live a safer life inside.

    9 June, 2016 at 2:53 am #848416
    Moonshadow_NZ
    Moderator

    Jason I an so sorry about your female cats death. If you are absolutely certain that the male hasn’t been injured at all then you need to give him as much love and attention and playtime as you possibly can to help him overcome missing his sister.
    As for the dogs and their owners – grrrr. 😡 Can you make a complaint to a local authority.

    9 June, 2016 at 3:32 am #848425
    Jason Johnson
    Participant

    Thank you everyone, we are for sure he isn’t injured but its just killing me to see him wander the house looking for her in her favorite spots. We buried her this morning and he layed there for a good hour… Poor little guy I just wish I could’ve stopped the dogs from getting her..

    9 June, 2016 at 3:34 am #848426
    Jason Johnson
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    Can I be real with you all for a minute. I’ve never lossed a loved one, I’ve lost a couple of friends but they weren’t close, Im 17 and I’ve never cried over a girl or any other person for that matter, but I can honestly say I’ve cried more over this kitten than any other thing in my life..

    9 June, 2016 at 3:49 am #848427
    Kittyzee
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    I’m so very sorry for the loss of your kitten Jason. I know how heartbreaking it can be; and we have all lost cats and kittens, that’s one of the reasons that brings us together here on this forum. It helps to know there are others who feel as you do, and in some way we lift each other up and try to help when things go bad. Eventually, you will remember her with smiles and maybe tears, but not the horrible heartbreak you are feeling now. Our cats and kittens are not just pets, but family members and it hurts when they leave us. You are in my thoughts and prayers tonight. đŸ˜„

    9 June, 2016 at 3:51 am #848428
    Jason Johnson
    Participant

    Thank you @kittyzee that means a lot and thank everyone for being so welcoming. I appreciate that.

    9 June, 2016 at 4:36 am #848430
    JerseyJoan
    Moderator

    Well said, Kittyzee. I’m very sorry, Jason.

    9 June, 2016 at 5:39 pm #848441
    CatWScotia
    Participant

    It always hurts to lose someone you love. But as time rolls on you will begin to remember her in the good times, and you will learn to smile again. She will never quite leave you – there is a place in your heart that is exactly the right shape for your friend to snuggle into, and you will always have the knowledge that she was well, and loved, and happy while she was with you.

    Your surviving cat will miss her too of course, but there may well come a time when another feline friend will come into your life . . . and give you all a time to share the love again. I do hope so.

    All the best.

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