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Well this is very belated but I should put something up here. Another one of our beloved shelter cats has died, this one by the name of Chris. He died on December 20th, 2011. Chris has a very inspirational, touching story. He was brought in just before I joined the shelter. He had been hit by a truck and most people didn't think he would live. One of his back legs was dead, but his pelvis was shattered in such a way that the dead leg could not be removed. He had very little control over his bladder and bowels, almost always unable to make it to a litter box. He could not be put in diapers because since his dead leg constantly tripped him, he would merely sit down and "scoot", dragging himself about with his front legs. He turned out to be quite the strong climber this way; he could climb up and sit on the couch or even on top of scratching posts. One of my coworkers took him home to care for, and she was a saint for it. She had to constantly clean up after him and most of her house was covered in towels or pads. However, she stated that "he was worth it" - and I agree. Chris was beautiful, and such a sweet cat.
Sadly, when he was brought in for a routine checkup on December 20th last year, he didn't end up coming home. His bladder, it turned out, had been damaged beyond repair and he was completely blocked and in pain. According to the vet, even if he had been cleared out, he would have blocked right back up again...so the decision was made to finally let him go, after four long years. He was six.
Chris was brought back for a visit on my first day at the shelter all those years ago, and I instantly fell in love with him. He ultimately sealed my resolve to stay there to work, and I loved to visit him at his home. He was often a subject of my digital art projects during my junior year of high school; I was quite inspired by him.
![[image loading]](http://www.bobsamerica.com/sitebuilder/images/chris-600-475x570.jpg)
*~*CHRIS*~*
January 2005 (approx) - December 20th, 2011
We all miss you dearly. You were a trooper.
Currently listening to: Pat Benatar - "Invincible"
(I hope this note isn't necessary, but please, keep all comments in good taste...this is a memorial; I'd rather it not turn into a fight about what we could/should/shouldn't have done...)
 
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He was such a beautiful cat. I wish I would have been able to meet him.
Farewell Chris... You'll always be remembered... *bows head*
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awwwww  ((((((
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Am I the only one who thought "OMG HUK'S DEAD!?!?!?!??" when I read the title?
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On January 17 2012 11:45 Luepert wrote:
Am I the only one who thought "OMG HUK'S DEAD!?!?!?!??" when I read the title?
Because he is the only person in the world named Chris right?
Sorry about your cat though, I know I would be upset if my dog passed away.
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On January 17 2012 11:47 Dubzex wrote:Show nested quote +On January 17 2012 11:45 Luepert wrote:
Am I the only one who thought "OMG HUK'S DEAD!?!?!?!??" when I read the title? Because he is the only person in the world named Chris right? Sorry about your cat though, I know I would be upset if my dog passed away.
No he's just the only Chris that pops into my head when I'm on TL.
Anyways, I remember when my ferret died, its always hard when a little pet passes away, no matter how many you have, it always hurts. Sorry for your loss.
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Aww, he was a really pretty cat
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I had to put my cat down today. I share your sadness.
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Sorry for your loss OP, he was a great cat.
Don't feel bad about it. I am sure he was in a great deal of pain for probably quite a while, you made the right decision to end his suffering. I have been in your situation before and it is terrible to go through, hopefully you end up remembering the good times you had with him and the memories of him will just make you happy.
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Don't like pets but I understand losing someone close to you  R.I.P Chris!
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RIP Chris. Looks like a sweet fella.
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awwww omg that picture...
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Sorry for your loss, he sounds like a pretty awesome cat.
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RIP little fella
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This story made me immediate hug and kiss my cat. I think she hates me now.
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EPT
