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Siani Senthil Kumar
We brought Moose and Jinx home when they were 2 years old. They were littermates, but their owners sadly had to give them away. I remember the day we took them home - my mum came to pick me up from school with both of them sitting in the back of the car. I was around 13 or 14 at the time. They were both such huge parts of our family. Jinx sadly died just two years later, on Boxing Day - of heart failure. Moose was with us until 30th December 2025. He had to be euthanized. It happened so suddenly - yesterday, he seemed really off so we took him to the vets. We were then told he had end organ damage and that he was in incredible pain, and that we couldn't do anything for him other than give him euthanasia. We took him to go to sleep the next day. We were with him until the end and held him in our arms until he passed. We loved him so much and we hope that he's in a better place now. He enjoyed sunning himself by lying on our driveway in the summers and fighting other cats. He was a timid and sweet cat. I hope he is with his brother now.
Antonio S
To my dearest Lola, You walked into our lives at age 4 and instantly stole our hearts. From your feisty spirit to your cute, clumsy ways, you were the light of our home and the centre of my world. My only concern when I was away was you; my only goal was to give you the beautiful life you deserved. You were not just a cat, you were family, a soulmate, and my most faithful friend. The last three weeks have been a heartbreak I never wanted to know. We fought so hard for you, but on Christmas Eve, we had to let you rest. The tears haven't stopped, but neither has my gratitude. Thank you for the incredible years and the pure joy you gave us. I will carry you in my heart, always.
ANNE ROUGHTON
My gorgeous little old rescue puss was put to sleep in the early hours of Christmas Eve 2025. She was nearly 19 and I had her for over eight years. I'm missing her terribly, her following me upstairs, the cuddles and kisses, evenings on my lap and watching the birds. Some comfort I can start to find is knowing she had a happy, active and healthy life right until the end, and gave me such love just by being herself. I feel blessed and privileged to have had her share my life but would give anything to have had more time with her. Cherish every moment. Sleep tight my beautiful little girl.
Kathryn Harrington
Darling Oscar, You were in my life for 13.5 years and I adored you. On Friday 21st November we had to have you euthanised. My heart is totally broken and I cry every day, even as I am writing this. The day we adopted you from Peterborough Cats Protection we knew you were a special boy. I loved your tuxedo markings and beautiful white whiskers. Oscar darling, you were my best friend and I’m so lost without you. Our house is empty and nobody greets us when we arrive home. My phone is full of photos of you and they bring me comfort. I shall love and miss you forever, Mumma x
Charlotte K
12 & a half years ago my friends cat had kittens, I went to visit them hours after they were born and immediately fell in love with the only black cat. He was so unique, meowed at everything, he followed me around, he demanded pets/cuddles and would always know how to comfort me in the darkest of times. Sadly yesterday he suffered from CHF & had fluid on his lugs, we had to made the heartbreaking choice to let him go peacefully and be without pain, I held him in his last moments so he knew he wasn't alone. Dodger was my best friend and I can't imagine never having him around, he leaves a hole in my life that will never be filled. I hope he knew just how much he was loved and I'd give anything for just one more cuddle. Dodger, I loved you more than words could say, until we meet again my special boy <3
Danni Burge
My sweet little girl Maisie was tragically hit by a car yesterday. She was only two and the greatest sadness of my life is that I will not get the many years with her I should have done. The grief is overwhelming along with the sense of guilt. I miss coming home to her greeting me at the door, how chatty she was - everything feels too quiet. I have to believe that one day I will hold you again and you are waiting for me; I will love you always my angel.
June Cooper
Bupsey…passed 12/12/25. Wow this is so hard; Bupsey, we are so privileged to have known you, to share each day, for you to wait patiently everyday and greet us when we’re home. To understand and wait, always coming for your cuddle when the day quietens and to spend your time. You were a beautiful soul and taught us to respect your way. Thankyou I’m so terribly sorry not to have fully understood your needs in the last two days, but we got there Bupsey, and now you rest - ….. rest, rest my little cat… You’ve left us stunned and so sad. And I cry each day, which is testament to your soul, which filled us with love which we will carry forward. Of course we have Impy … your cat buddy! Our other special soul. She seems somewhat bewildered, extra cuddles given helps me … I feel she now knows your gone, and is sniffing around, in your usual places, but then will accept comfort - (No she’s not getting your food!) Goodnight Bupsey xx It’s done me good to write these words; and time moves forward, but attending to my emotions when I feel them is helping. What a sad sad event it is to lose a pet.. thankyou for giving me somewhere to put these words
Mika Indelicato
I got a call from my sister this evening, and she told me that our cat Christie died at 18. I just turned 25, we brought her home after my 7th birthday party at the animal shelter. All the cats in the litter were named after famous authors, Agatha Christie has since become my sisters favorite author. I’m feeling hopeful and nostalgic. I’m prepared to take care of myself and be kind to myself and let myself grieve this Christmas. It’s really going to be okay. I feel her with me now more than ever, and I know she died so peacefully in my moms arms. I wish I could’ve seen her one more time and I love her so much. I’m so grateful she can’t feel pain anymore and lived such a good life. She is the reason my sister got another cat and that cat had four kittens and my family still has three of them. I wish I could be there with my sisters, and that we could grieve together. I’ll hold a memorial with friends soon and make a memory book. This is going to be okay. I’m grateful that Christie you were an anchor for me during so many hard years. I felt truly safe when I was with you and you were sleeping, in a way I didn’t have access to much. You were my anchor. Thank you, thank you, thank you. There aren’t words to express my love, awe and gratitude for you, christie. Because of you I’m strong enough to do this on my own now. For you, I will love every cat I see, I will love myself, will love my 7 year old self and every version of myself from our 18 years.
Lisa Swinburn
On the Tuesday 18th november 2025 I had to my beloved cat gracie down to sleep. Oh how I miss her cuddles in bed on top of me and her meow too it like a empty hole been left in my life as I had a stressful couple of months she comfort me when things were wrong and she know how upset I was she comfort me Oh how I miss her an awful lot Miss her now and forever always love you gracie From lisa aka mummy
Andrea Morris
You chose to spend your life with me, with your brother Church and your kittens Lollipop and Jelly Bean. One by one they left us over the recent years, and you were the last to go after eighteen beautiful years together. Losing you has been the hardest of all. These last few years you were my comfort through every loss, and I hope you felt held and comforted too. I still catch myself looking to your little spot, expecting to see you waiting for me. It’s only been four days, and I still imagine you here, moving through the house the way you always did. Thank you, Holly, for every single day you shared with me — for your gentleness, your patience, your warmth. I wish I could have one more day with you and your little family, just to hold you all close again. I want to hold on to this feeling of you, because I never want to lose you. I miss you, Holly. I’m relieved you’re free from pain and reunited with your family, but my heart and my arms ache for your cuddles. I miss being your mum. My friend, my baby girl. God bless you all 🐾❤️🩹
Alicia Amey
Yesterday I lost my lovely girl Lola when she was hit by a van- she had only just turned one year old. She was the sweetest, loveliest, happiest little kitten I’ve ever known- always wanting cuddles and games. I still see her sweet little face in all her favourite sleeping spots. I am beyond heartbroken that our time together was cut short so abruptly, the house feels so incredibly quiet without her meows and without her chasing her brother around. I feel beyond grateful for the time we had together and she will always have such a special place in my heart. I hope you rest well my sweet girl, we will miss you so so much ❤️
Barbara Mavros
This beautiful cat came onto our lives as a stray just over 9 yrs ago. Before i knew it along came 5 beautiful kittens and of course my adult children just couldnt bear to give them away so now we had 3. Bubba and her babies Alfie and Leo. Bubba quickly became my sons soul mate helping him through some difficult times. 2 days ago she became the angel she truly is. She has left the deepest hole in my sons heart. The most difficult decision to make. She left us knowing her soul mate, my son is going to be ok. Sweet beautiful Bubba we miss you, love you and you will always be in our hearts. We will continue to cherish and love your babies. Thankyou for saving my baby boy xxx
Alexis Miller
I first got to meet you when I was 8 soon after my parents split up. I was an emotional child and you were the comfort. You stayed by side and kept me safe. I felt protected. You were my bestfriend. After a sad day - you were the light. On all my special occasions you were curled up beside me. And then someone decided antifreeze was ‘necessary’ to stop animals coming into their gardens. You did not deserve to pass so early. You were so innocent and beautiful, and I’m eternally grateful I got to be your human. Holding you in my arms for a final time was unfairly too early. My baby was only 9 fully healthy and full of life yet to live. I will look for you in every black cat I see, every high-pitch noise that resembles your meow. Love is a word not strong enough for what I felt for you. I will miss my soul cat forever.
Jenifer Quinn
I lost my lovely little girl today. She was diagnosed with CKD and went downhill very quickly. The vet said it was the right thing to do but it doesn’t feel like it . She was only 14 and wish I had more time with her. I love you Betty and always will
Karen Tomkinson
We recently had to say goodbye to our beautiful boy , he and his brother Forrest came into our family as kittens 12 years ago , I had a special bond with heskey , he came to me and was my comfort blanket through some tough times, he understood without judging , he was so loved by us , I’m devastated he’s gone , making that decision to let him go has ripped my heart in two , I know if he’d stayed he would be in pain but I feel terrible guilt letting him go , seeing Forrest without his brother breaks my heart. I’m struggling to not see him around he was always somewhere close by , the love of a cat is something so precious. RIP beautiful boy