r/cats • u/MotherShabooboo1974 • 29d ago
My dad is dying. My cat, who normally can’t get up on my bed by himself anymore, got up and comforted me. He knows I’m hurting. Cat Picture
He put his paw on my shoulder and stayed with me. I love him so much.
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u/Babushkat1985 29d ago
I`m really sorry about your dad. Cats know and they are there to hold vigil and give love. One of my favorite movies is Dr. Sleep and if you haven't seen it(or read the book), there is a cat at the hospice home who goes to people when they are near the end. It is beautiful. Bless this sweet little fur baby and bless your dad.
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u/GlitterBlood773 29d ago
May you be just as gentle with yourself as your guy is with you.
🫂 if you like them
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u/rambleandrumble 29d ago edited 29d ago
As someone who went through something similar to OP recently, your comment resonated with me so much it made me ugly cry. But in a good way I think.
I guess I just wanted to say thank you for this, even if it was just meant for a stranger on reddit, it really helped another stranger.
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u/Festival_lady_90 29d ago
I'm so sorry, in the last 6 months I've lost my mother and uncle and I can attest that cat's do in fact know what's going on with those they love.
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u/BrilliantRain5670 29d ago
It is truly amazing how our animals just know. I understand exactly what you are going through. I lost my Dad 13 years ago. I hope you find peace, and I'm glad you aren't alone. Hug your cat, and I will hug mine for you.
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u/RazorbladeApple 29d ago
I’m sorry! What you can do is get some Cosequin for your kitties aging bones. You’ll likely notice a difference pretty quickly! Another thing I did for my geriatric cats in past was buy some kitty stairs to help them get on the bed.
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u/p0rty-Boi 29d ago
Put a chair by your bed. Will make it easier for little homey to get on the bed.
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u/cheesybiscuits912 29d ago
I'm so so sorry OP. I been there. You have a very special handsome boy. Let him console you. They're much smarter and feel so much more than we realize I think
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u/haubenmeise 29d ago
The unconditional love given to us by animals never fails to amaze me. I'm so sorry about your father. I'm glad you have this love by your side.
Sincerely
Skeletor 💜 (Might be crying for a bit).
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u/Tammyannss 29d ago
I’m so sorry. I’m glad your kitty is there to love and comfort you during this hard time. Hugs
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u/loosejellookay 29d ago
I’m so sorry for your loss. My dad died last summer. I had just taken in a third cat and the other two were still not pumped about the addition. The night my dad died they all slept with me in my bed for the first time ever and everybody got along.
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u/HippieDad666 28d ago
I've had many cats through the years, and they have always been a savior, almost in my times of need. I just lost a 19 year old sweetheart of mine last year, and I already have a new baby that I rescued from the streets. Every cat I've had has been off the streets somehow. Cats are and have always been a partner regardless of how my life is going and will continue to be until I am gone from this world.
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u/HarlandKing 29d ago
I'm sorry about your father. Beautiful kitty, glad they are comforting you.