...because she's been off her food for a couple of days, and she's lost a bit of weight. The vet examined her, and said she's got a tumour about the size of a tangerine, probably on her kidneys, and, well, there's nothing they can do.

I really didn't expect that at all. Well, I guess it's always at the back of your mind, but until the last day or two she's been her usual self, and I hoped it was going to be something treatable.

She's had a steroid injection, which I understand is just a temporary measure, and she seems happy enough in herself, not in any pain or distress, but I know it's only a matter of time before we make the one-way trip back to the vet. He wanted to put her down there and then, so it's clearly not something I'm going to be able to delay very much longer, and I obviously don't want her to suffer, but I'm finding it so hard to get my head round it after 13 years of her being with me.

Letting go is so hard....even when you know it's the right thing to do.

Sorry to hear that about your cat. At least you can say your goodbyes and give her a nice time before the end.
Stay strong.

Can't the tumour be removed? Is radiation therapy an option?

I'm so sorry, that's really horrible. If it's at all possible I'd recommend the vet coming out to you when the time comes, rather than taking her back to the vet.

Thank you - no, further treatment isn't possible. I asked about that.

I will be getting the vet to come here, so as not to upset her further. I think today's the day...

Friday the bloody thirteenth.

Awww big hugs to you, Polomini. I'm so very sorry. x

Thinking of you on this sad day.

She knows she is loved very much.

Thank you again.

The vet's been. Cleo's gone. It was very quick, she was lying on her blanket on the boiler, quite unworried and she was purring to the end. I'm really glad I didn't have to take her back to the vet's. My other cat (her sister) and my dog have been glued to my side all morning.

I can't believe how quickly it all happened...

Im so sorry

I know exactly how you are feeling reading through this thread has made me cry all over again having very recently been through exactly the same thing (although the vet didnt come to me)

its so hard and so painful but you made the right decision for her and she is now at peace

remember the lovely, happy, wonderful times you had with her

sending love

So sad for you Polomini, but its the last act of kindness for a much loved pet.
Hope you feel better about it soon.

RIP Cleo.

Thanks to everyone for your kindness. It's helped.

Katt, you have my deepest sympathy too - I posted on your thread last night, when I was coming to terms with what I had to do, and I don't know, it sort of helps to know you're not the only one in this position.

I do have some lovely memories of her, and you're right, they will help.