Anyone who says, "it's just a cat," or "it's just a dog" has never experienced the love of an animal. There is nothing like it. We had to put our dog to sleep a year ago. I still grieve. They are family.
I'm sorry to hear about your dog, a pet is like a child to it's owner. This morning i found one of my cat's killed on the side of the road, he was 5 and i had him along with his sister and two brothers from birth. The mother was killed by a car when they were 6 months old. I hope you are doing better now.
My cat died this morning. Buried him in park and went back 6 hours later to say goodbye again. I’m a 45 year old man and cried for 14 hours. Never knew a pets death would hit so hard.
@Wendy Newsome Thank you Wendy it hurts sooo soo much right now, I try to forget but when I think of my boy I get so sad. I just wish he was here again I just don't know what to do to overcome my grief.
I'm 33 years old and my cat of 20 years died in my arms. He was born in my childhood home and has been with me the entirety of his life, including five moves in the past 12 years. We were each others' only constant in life. His death is the first significant one I've had to experience. There is such a hole in my heart now. I have all this love to give and nobody or nothing to receive it. I miss my little buddy
Moving with a pet bonds you to each other tremendously exactly why you said, because you are the only constant. That cat had a great life. Remember: outdoor cats life expectancy is 2 to 5 years (3.5 on average). 10 is elderly for a cat. Anything over 10 is a bonus. Often I find the cat is reincarnated in another cat that finds you and fills the void.
Someone said to me once “even though they’re not there for your whole life, you got to be there for their whole life, and that really matters” This sucks and I’m sorry, but rest assured that cats are really good at feeling emotion, and that cat knows it was loved for it’s whole life :)
Thanks you I had to put my cat down yesterday vet was thinking it was something else and as soon as they opened him up it was horrible lymphoma and it has his intestines closed I had no choice but to put him down unless I wanted him to selfishly suffer, he had barely ate for a month and that’s when it started no tests showed it and it was such a hard choice to make and I had about 10min in to make it.. he was the best part of my day and he made life easy cause I knew at the end of the day I get to come see him he was so sweet and always wanted love, such a huge part of my life after one night I’m realizing how hard this is going to be I’m going through it. I wish I had more time with him while he wasn’t in that state my poor baby rest easy my Tom Tom my heart will never be the same
@mike boultinghouse actually it may do, whilst their growth and ability to move is more slower (and in movement limited ) than ours, we can only speculate as to sentience awareness and empathic abilities. chances are the statements true but for all you know the tree may have a very close emotional bond to it's squirrels owls and bats. That's just you and grace being flip.
I have grieved more deeply for some of my pets than I ever felt for any human. The bond, the understanding, two souls as one really. The loss left a deep hole in my heart.
Exactly it does feel like a hole in my heart .. there is this emptiness.. i keep being reminded by our moments together and realise I can’t have more.. I’m left with memories only
@@deena2931 I had to put my 16 year old cat Grady down yesterday. He had cancer. I am absolutely devastated. Your comment made me feel not so alone. I’m very sorry about your loss too. Praying for your broken heart.
@Lily Swal me too. I just got his ashes back today and it just doesn't feel real, like he never happened, and there's this pain I can't shake. I know he happened but that's how it feels.
I found my cat dead in my garden today and i'm devastated so I feel your pain. My heart is in pieces also. It is the most terrible feeling. I just want to go to sleep to get away from this pain for a bit :( godbless your cat
@@katiecompton6177 i am so very sorry for your lost its like losing a human do not fight the pain let it come its normal and have a good cry its normal then the pain will go step by step it will get better i promise you that your cat will always be there in your heart your cat is with god now he is in a better place and if you feel sad or lonely talk to your cat or talk to god. You are going to be alright katie god bless you and stay safe.
The loss of a pet is more than just the loss of a family member it's the loss of a family member who never harmed you in any wa and somehow supported you in every way. The problem is, they are so perfect, unlike people, hence, the unbelievable pain. Anyhow, the Lord promises us our hearts desire, and mine is to meet my hairy friends who are now in a better place, once again.
I had a beautiful cat for just over 12 months. She was an 'indoor cat' adopted from a rescue agency. I kept her indoors until I could afford to have her neutered and microchipped. Somehow she managed to get out of the house. Whether I didn't latch the back door properly and it opened thus providing an escape route I'll never know or did she find a window which I'd left ajar. I looked in all the cupboards and other hidey-holes with no luck. I'm devastated. My sympathy to all those who have lost a cat or another pet.
My 17 year old boy Jack passed away just over an hour ago 😢 I was lucky to be able to have him in my arms in bed when it happened. We knew it was coming, but still so hard. I really hope that when I get to be with Christ that I can be reunited with him and all my lost beloved pets💔💕
Anyone who has ever said that "It's just an animal" .... truly has no empathy and no true understanding of how 2 souls (regardless of superficial appearances... human, feline, canine, etc) can connect. There is a beautiful and soul-level of connection that can only be cultivated and curated with a being not of the human world. It's a pure connection built on love, unquestionable trust, and beautiful spiritual intersections. My cat was and remains my best friend and my spiritual mate now and for eternity, regardless of what form he chooses to be in. Morrissey is still with you. 💟🌸🌻
Thanks Russell, beautiful words. My 15 year old cat Gus is apparently on his way out. I’m an active duty Air Force officer and, like your cat, mine has lived in about a dozen different houses and transcended oceans and been with me my entire adult life. He has stopped eating and I think I’m going to have to make a very hard decision soon. I found out the news a day and half ago and was devastated, crying my eyes out on the way home from the vet I could barely see the road. I’ve already cried more in the last 36hrs than I ever remember crying before. Yesterday I let my cat outside which he always enjoyed and fed him some ice cream. He’s been such a blessing and I found your video message profoundly relatable. Thanks again!
I’m sorry for all of you who have recently lost a dear pet. I said goodbye to my 20 year old cat today and miss her so much, the pain is almost unbearable. I am dealing with guilt feelings about complaining about the litter messes and her meowing at the crack of dawn, and now wish she were still here.
@unseenelementz7677 I know how you feel. Its unbearable 😭 I lost my baby Oct 15 2023 and I'm still struggling with my grief. I miss her so so much! My soul mate and closest companion. My bestie. My little baby. I'm so sorry for your loss. Knowing they go home to Jesus gives me comfort. We will see them again. They are spirits, they are precious souls. Trust in God and look to God. If I didn't have God I don't think I could make it in this world without her. Losing my fur baby broke my heart into a trillion pieces. 💔
I just lost my precious cat ,and it is devastating ,Thank you Russell ,and all who have shared their stories ,it was very helpful .Some do not understand losing your dog ,but even fewer can understand the loss of your feline friend .I have lost both ,and their generous hearts filled with affection ,loyalty ,devotion and companionship are equally precious .However,, my recent loss of my cat Cubby warrants my need to say” I will always love and remember you my sweet boy ,and meet you at “The Rainbow Bridge “ one day ,That is a lovely popular story ,about meeting your pet again ,and walking into heaven together .God Bless and comfort all who are mourning their furry friends . 🙏🙏🙏
The impact and pain of losing a pet is something a lot of people just can’t understand. I fully agree about the connection that goes amazingly and profoundly deep.
North American UA-camr I can hear alotta anger in that comment. Who hurt you sweetie? Crying about your pets death hasn’t anything to do with being a liberal, Steven crowder a famous conservative, had to leave his show for a couple of weeks because of the death of his dog. Why doing such a generalization sweatheart, didn’t your parents teach you that the world isn’t black and white?
@North American UA-camr . . . If you have a loving heart and feel true Love for them in a profound way you will feel the lose deeply no matter what you believe politically.
I cried for a whole evening when my dog died. Like not just tears on and off, but sobbing snotty nosed howling for hours. I still dream about him often, which gives some form of contact, whatever that means
Totally understand the snot-nose cry. Almost howling too 💔 I’ve been there before too, Chris. That won’t be the first or last time. It’s a grief worth having. I hope you’re well!
@@Diana-zl3ue Nothing like losing a furbaby, I’ve said goodbye to many dogs 💔 it’s never easy. I never cried so hard in my life. It’s worse than losing a human. My peace and comfort is with you.
I lost my gecko yesterday, he too only lived one year. I’ve almost never cried in my adult life but this is killing me man. I miss him so much. I hope you get through this, I’m sorry for your loss
I’m so sorry, it’s so hard losing a pet especially when they’re so young or recently adopted. It really leaves you feeling “robbed” I just had to put my cat that I only adopted a year and a half ago down after he suddenly got an aggressive cancer. It’s so hard to cope but I remind myself cats don’t think about the construct of time, they just live in the moment and are happy to be with us ❤
I found this video because my cat died today. I just search my cat died on UA-cam to found anyone that feels the way i feel today. I love you all, hope our cats are in better place now.
I lost my cat today, had to put her to sleep unfortunately. I found my way to this video the same way you did. I'm sorry for your loss, I know how you're hurting
I'm so sorry for your loss. Today marks one year for me....and it feels like yesterday. Valentines Day will never be the same. Wishing all who are mourning peace.
My cat passed away 6 days ago. I’ve had him since I was 9 and I’m now 23 . It’s like I lost a piece of my heart the only thing that’s been beside me my whole life.
I have just lost my cat today. In all my life I have never felt emotions like what I’m feeling now. I feel like someone is drilling a hole through my gut. I’m a little worried about the next few days as everything I see in the house will remind me of her. I’m also feeling guilty because I feel like I should have spoiled her more in her short life.
@@R1AZ I'm so sorry. The pain can be quite intense the first few days but like any grief, it does ease with time. Try and distract yourself in whatever way you can at the minute 🙏
@@LePetitChatNoir79 Thank you so Much for your thoughtful comment... it still hurts like yesterday despite the fact that 23 days has already passed since I lost a part of my soul.. I'm just hoping for better days to come.. I hope you're feeling better?
EMY Bichou I so get it. ❤️ I am doing better. I still cry every single day for her and it’s been almost 2 months. I promise though, it WILL get easier. Every day is a little better. Every time you cry, you’re washing away a little of the hurt. It helps to believe you’ll see them again someday. It’s the only thing getting me through. ❤️
It’s like loosing your baby truly painful evrey time I think my cat I can’t even look at the pictures of him because I don’t like uncontrollable crying.
I am so sorry for your loss. The loss of an animal can be just as devastating as losing a human. There are many strays in my area that I've taken on the care of...so many have disappeared without a trace but 1 in particular was a beautiful boy I named Starsky. He's been gone about 5 months. I'll continue looking for him until I have proof he's no longer with us. Again , deeply deeply sorry for your loss and I pray God gives your heart peace 🙏
I love you, Russell. Thank you for this. I lost my cat three days ago, and as a 35 year old man, this is the saddest I’ve ever been. I’m crying as I write this, but I’m also beyond thankful and blessed to have known such a dear and loyal friend. Your making this video, although hard for me watch, was a wonderful thing to do.
When my Dad died I took his cat Sami home with me, he crawled into my washing basket to sleep on my Dad's cardi I had been wearing. His eyes were red and sore, his grief was palpable. Then he comforted me with a swiping claw to my face in the middle of the night for me to cuddle him. My Tomcat Daisyboy would hold and cuddle him, Sami only had 3 legs it made him somewhat more co-dependant , he was like a Koala , a tad needy. When he passed away I held his paw, he gave me something precious, he shared My Dad's love of him, with me.
I lost my cat 2 months ago, but the pain of losing her, and the daily grief since her death is so deep, powerful and unimaginable, it hurts, like nothing I felt before, it is far more than the pain of separating from my husband of 39 years! My cat was my best friend, she loved me unconditionally, and we ‘chatted’ often while hugging each other! She was beautiful and she never left me, even when sick, and she was deaths door! She actually waited for the whole family to arrive in the hospital, just to say goodbye to us individually, before she took permission to leave us!It the most awful thing, gut wrenching,head throbbing, screaming pain! I nursed her at home until the last day, setting up my mini nursing care, with her sleeping on my bed, and carrying her to her litter, hand feeding her! My world just went blank after she died! It’s taking much strength to cope with each day without her!
I feel for you and I also hand fed my kitty with love. I bought her organic skinless, boneless, chicken, her favorite and brought her the water bowl which she was grateful for.
@@zamzammlbb5024 you said it was a accident, so please don’t blame yourself! I’m sure your cat knew you loved him/ her! Yes it’s painful, that even though I knew my cat was sick with pancreatitis, I still felt somehow I let her down, and still cry often as I miss her! Don’t be too hard on yourself!🌹
Thank you russell. My cat died suddenly this morning. It sounds crazy but he became one of my best friends and seemed more like a human. Followed me around everywhere, would try to come walks, purr like crazy and run up to see me whenever i came home. I have lost a true friend. Rip Nimbus.
Can we exchange numbers for emotional support bc you described my sharkey to a T and this is tearing my 💙 out it hurts so much .i feel like i lost my son
I have this mental image of my cat being only 4 years old so many memories and comforting moments shared with my little buddy. Heard a big thump on the front door so loud it woke me up which is in front of the stairs. I get up to look and when I open bedroom door I see my little buddy seizing and when he stopped seizing his heart stopped and wasn’t breathing. I’m absolutely heart broken. It was so all of a sudden I never thought this would happen. The image of him in so much pain and dying so traumatically is stuck in my head and is making this very hard to see it in a spiritual way as you lost ur cat russel. He was suppose to live for 15 years man It’s soul wrenching
I cant believe you have a cat called Nimbus. My cat is also called Nimbis. Nimbis is still alive but I am not with him. I am struggling with a place to live so I cannot have Nimbis with me. I am trying my best but I miss him a lot and I know he misses me. I visited him. I hope things get better for me and you.
@@marizamuller2160 Is your Nimbus also a white kitty?? Mine was the whitest, fluffiest, silkiest, sweetest guy around.. So docile and polite, allowing me to pet his belly and even poke his toesies, many nights I've fallen asleep while holding on to one of his paws. I've literally known him since birth because I lived in the same house as his Momma who belonged to my roommate at the time. However after two months the same roommate made the decision to move back home after finding his long-term girlfriend cheating on him. He was willing to forgive her for all of it but instead she chose to just break up with him. He was taking the loss of this relationship extremely hard, almost relapsed, desperately needed to be near family and just get out of the city. Problem was though he was unsure of what now to do with his cat..and admitted he'd rather not take care her with him. He was barely taking care of himself, the thought of also having to care of another living creature was just way too much for him to handle. Right then and there the cat officially became mine. Three different apartments and almost 10 ten years later, she's still mine, curled up snoozing right next to me. I think she knows her precious son is gone 😔
my beautiful black cat died yesterday unexpectedly. he was only 9. he showed me what it felt like to be loved unconditionally. i can’t stop crying. rip squeaky
Lost my cat today. Grew up with him - 12 years. Didn’t expect him to go so soon but sometimes those decisions we make are the best for them to suffer no more.
Reba24u it really is. Thank you for sharing that, I have her ashes still and, while it’s painful to know she’s in there, I think it would be more painful still to not have her near me at all 🥺💦
Thalassa C I felt that way for a long time and finally I just decided it was time and I scattered his ashes with my young Grandaughter along a favorite river walk Rocky and I went. It was a comfort but understand it takes time . I waited 4 years. I know your pain and I am sorry you are going through this. Unconditional love comes at a price
There was a very special cat in our family, not mine specifically. Truly one of a kind. She passed away some years ago, and I just realized that I never really went through a mourning process. I feel like crying, and I'm not a crier. She was 17 as well actually.
One of my cats died after contracting pneumonia. The vet told me he left her overnight in his clinic without supervision, lungs filled up w fluid and he wasn’t there to do anything. Poor baby suffered to death. I hope his end will be similar. I know it’s harsh but he violated us. Burying her in the midst of a snow storm was the hardest thing. My soul still hurts. I am sorry but I can’t find it in me to forgive that vet. Animals are so pure and innocent, it’s a sin to harm them.
My cat passed away yesterday, he had a heart attack and everything was really sudden. Me and my partner are still adjusting to this new reality without him. It's hard, and empty. If you are dealing with a loss of a loved one, I'm sending you good energy!
Just experienced this three days ago. My velcro lovebug passed extremely suddenly with no warning. He was only 9 1/2 years old and 12 pounds of pure love. I’m devastated.
My cat centres me when I need to be reminded I am human . Genuinely I feel for you mate. He’s a member of our family as much as anyone else and as you know cats choose to be with you because they like you. Love to you big fella.
Lost my cat today. 12 years with my best friend. Sleeping almost every night next to me, purring. Pain is killing me but the only comforting thing is that I know how good of a life he lived with me. I was 8 when we first met. 20 now when I said the most difficult goodbye. People always told me how much I spoiled him and it was all so worth it. One day we will be reunited my dear.
I lost my cat this morning, and nothing would’ve prepared me for this. Until the bitter end at the vet this morning, something in me truly believed that there was hope. So thankful to have known such an amazing being and to have had him in my life❤️
It just happened to me. It was INSANELY painful. My life turned upside down. I realized I hadn't been waking up for myself for the past 10 years. That dog was all my momentum.
@@DeeloGoodquest I lost my dog of 16 years yesterday. I thought I knew what to expect. I have never felt anything like this in my life. Nothing could ever prepare us for this feeling. Nothing.
Those people that say "I dont like cats".. I dont trust those people. Truly sorry for your loss of your precious Morrisey, Russell.. I lost my daughter at 17 and now i live alone with my beloved cat ( she is 8 ) i often dread the thought that she too will leave one day. I just wish she could stay forever. Love is eternal. This video helped me immensley. Thankyou.
I was like that just because am a big dog lover. One day tough, I found a little kitten on my dad's storage room. My next door neighbor has a lot of cats, so I was certain it was his cat. He told me it was not his cat, but for some reason I believed he was lying. I felt bad for the kitty, so I started to feed her, and give her water. My dad was not happy about it, and told me that he didn't wanted that cat in his storage room. Another problem was my dogs, who happen to chase away any cat that ever got near our home. I had to search for a cat rescue because I couldn't keep her. She was so sweet. Everytime I feed her, she wanted me to stay with her to pet her, and she would make that purr sound that made me nervous at first, but then I thought it was so cute. It took about 2 months to find a reputable rescue for her, and I cried the day they came for her. I tried not to get attached( Yeah, that didn't work), and I didn't even wanted to name her, so I just began calling her Meow Meow ( dumb me, I guess that was her name now😂). I still remember how she was meowing inside the crate as the rescue lady took her away. 😢😢 I know now that cats are lovely animals, but unfortunately I can't have one.
My beautiful cat of 11 years died today, I feel so much pain. I'm crying as I write this but so grateful for the love we shared and the great times we shared. Never knew I could feel pain like this...
Lost my cat today from heart failure and a blood clot. Only 6 years old, no symptoms to indicate anything wrong, a sudden paralysis of his back legs and rapid breathing. My other cat came to him licked and caressed him. I took him to the vet and nothing could be done except euthanasia. I looked him in the eyes and caressed him told him I loved him and he slipped away. Everything you said and more. My heart aches. I get it. The connection is real and death is numbing.
Same exact circumstances for my yorkie :( just came back from greece on holiday, was so excited to see him jump all about the place, and there he is unable to walk properly. IVDD. 4 days later and he has left us. I don’t know how i’ll ever get over this overwhelming pain and the fact I wasn’t there when he was put to sleep. Hope all is well with you now :(
The exact thing happened to my sweet 6 year old girl 3 days ago, so so sudden it just wasn’t fair. But I too got to hold my baby while she passed, it’s all they would have wanted in their last moments I’m thankful we got to give them that.
@@bringxmexthexunicorns3218 so so sorry for your loss. It totally sucks. Lost my second cat just before Christmas, he was 11. He died the same way almost to the date that my first cat died. My heart hurts but I was there for him and gave him the best I could. The pain of losing our four legged family is real. 💔
Same. My seemingly healthy baby girl had just turned 8. she was eating, playing, toileting, sleeping like normal. When we arrived home less than 6 hours later she was motionless on our bed. Took her immediately to the animal hospital but she had no pulse. They tried to revive her but I had to say goodbye. That was 4 days ago and I am in agony. I've experienced deep loss in my life but she was my first pet and this pain is unique.
One of my family cats died in operation yesterday and it still seems like a dream. Sending out good vibes to any one who reads this and is going though same thing. It is a gut punch like no other, may it become bearable day after day. Oscar will forever be in our hearts, I know your cat will be in yours as well
Yes. This is a good point. We lost our dog yesterday, and its like the home has had the life drained out of it in some way. Every corner reminds me of him. I hope time will help. rip Diego.
I am sobbing as I am listening to this; my cat Shabato trascended yesterday and I looked for a video to help me cope with his passing, and found your video…thanks for sharing Russell.
I lost my 20 yr old cat Ella on Monday. She was the most beautiful little girl, with the sweetest nature. I really miss her being around. The house feels very empty. Like you, we tried to prolong her life - but the poor girl was suffering so much from kidney failure, but still purred her little heart out when I picked her up. She’s buried at the bottom of our garden, surrounded by flowers from that garden. Ahhhh, she was a beautiful little cat. The best I’ve ever known. These little furry beggars really get under your skin don’t they?
They really do get under your skin... was this morning for me. I hope you're doing okay, Simon and wendy. Thank you for giving your cats your love and companionship.
@@mikkykyluc5804 oh my. I’m so sorry. So very much. The purest love imaginable. I don’t have children,but I have seen human parents not seem to care as much. Big hug and it helps to cry it out and laugh about the funny little things. Mine and my husbands eyes were a mess for weeks. Do you know I cried for many years before ,just imagining when the time would come. 🥹 ..feeling with you.😢😻💕🙏
@@mariavictor4324 Thank you so much for your support and advice. Means a lot, especially coming from someone who went through the same thing. Also wow I had the same thing in past years, even the very idea of your furbaby dying one day just fills your eyes with tears. I'm going to my family abroad in a few hours, so I'll be in good hands. Thank you again friend💕
When a cat transitions, it goes home to spirit. Animals love going home back to spirit. Cats especially love being in spirit. It is why they sleep so much. The sadness is in losing a friend. That sadness takes some time to heal. But why not be happy that your loving animal has graduated and gone back home and is free and healthy again? He will eventually visit you in spirit. You and your friend will always be one.
I've never heard someone put the relationship people have with their animals so beautifully into words...They're more than pets, they're like soulmates. I never understood someone who says, "You can never love your animal as much as a parent loves their child." Bullshit. Unconditional love is unconditional love, it doesn't matter if the recipient of that love can talk or not, or is human or not...I know myself and the majority of animal parents would die for their beloved companion without a second thought, and as Jesus rightly said "Greater love hath no one than this: than to lay down one's life for their friends." My dog has the most pure spirit, no question he is worthy of the greatest love my pitiful human heart can give. The same goes for all animals - I hope everyone realizes there is no shame in giving these creatures all of your love...since they didn't hesitate to give us all of theirs. You gave your cat the love he deserved, and you speak of him with dignity and respect and understanding...You're a good dad. I believe God's greatest mistake was giving dogs and cats such short lives...Then again, a billion years wouldn't be enough either. Blessings and prayers to you and your family, thank you for sharing your lovely sentiments in your classically intelligent and insightful way. Much love from Alaska, USA.
I lost my best friend 2 months ago and truthfully, I haven’t found the days to be getting any easier. I was 3 when I got him and held him as he crossed the rainbow bridge as a 20 y/o. This has definitely been the hardest loss and most difficult thing I’ve experienced. That cat was more than a pet to me. As odd as this sounds, I believe he was my angel, the one to watch me grow from a toddler to an adult, my fluffy bestest friend. In his last moments, while my sweet cat was passing, he looked at me with a gaze filled with love and reassurance, a look I’ll never forget. A message I heard that helps me, and hopefully helps whoever is reading this, is “don’t allow the feelings of their loss become stronger than the love they gave”. May all of our pets with their new wings rest in love and copious amounts of their favorite food and toys. RIP my sweet boy 12/31/2021
I'm grateful for your comment and thank you for sharing your experience, because I can relate also. My cat Maya passed 3 years ago, and Rory passed 6 months ago. He was almost 20 years old/young. : ) We had a special bond, and Rory was actually my best friend. Humans and animals have a special bond. Losing a Beloved pet can be just the same as losing a human family member. It hurts, at first, but it's get better, trust me. I try to remind myself that: "The extent of my pain, equals the extent of my Love" --- RIP my fur babies
@@LeeBee1111 Thank you for sharing, knowing this experience isn’t one that’s done in solidarity helps. It sure does hurt but like you said, the love they gave truly is the greatest gift :) Rest in love, Rory
My little cat somehow got out of the house. She was adopted as an indoor cat until I could afford to have her neutered and microchipped. How she got out of the house I'll never know. The only thing I can think of is that the back door became unlatched she she escaped that way. This happened about a fortnight ago and I've been in tears even since.
I lost my cat yesterday, he was the goodest boy I ever knew, I didn't get to be with him in his last moments because I figured I would see him again when I went to get him back from the vet's. I knew his chance of survival was very little and his condition was very bad but I didn't think it would happen and I wouldn't even seen him in the morning, I thought id see him again in the morning. I didn't and it litterarly broke me the shock sent me into hyperventilation and I couldn't stop crying for hours even now talking about him makes me cry and I figure it'll take me so long to ever recover. My baby was the goodest boy and very cuddly and in just 2 days he was a totally different cat, so weak, he had a similar stituation where his organs started to shut down on him. Rest easy Poku, I'll love you forever
Same. My cat is the first and only pet I've ever had, started taking care of her when I was 26. Ive had her for almost 4 years now, and I've grown so fond of her and it relaxes me to pet her until she's so relaxed that she closes her eyes and it warms my heart when she lays down close to my legs at night to sleep, and I often forget one day I'll have to say goodbye to her and I hate to think about it too.
Everything you say is so true, my cat found me and I found him . I am a loner due to my past and do not trust people so I spent many days , years in silence with my beautiful little baby TJ, he knew when I was sad and always came to me and sat with me. TJ raised his little head ,looked at me and took is last breath . My heart is broken and broken it will remain.
My cat just passed away today. He was 15.5 years old. I feel like I lost my baby. I know he will be chasing all the mice up in heaven, and I can't wait to see him again.
...this gives me a memory of when my bipolar self medicating mum, when her dog was let out by a tradesman's mistake of not latching the gate. It destroyed her universe. Sent her into such a grieving that it stuck her in a time period where she never really came back from. I remember that I said...it's just a dog 😓...well I know now it's not just a dog, it was her universe, her best friend, her everything...I get it Russell. The dog represented her greatest love of a being that trusted her, was the most loyal, the most loving...a being that had a higher vibration in this world of confusion, chronic medical madness and rejection from other humans. I have a companion animal now. Her name is princess and she is my world. She is not just a dog...🐕
My cat Steve 10 years was just diagnosed with cancer with leukemia. They gave him 4 months with the option of euthanasia to ease his suffering. I am beside myself I have not stopped crying and never experienced this much pain besides the passing of my dog in 2013. I remember my cats whole life all of interactions it didn't matter what was going in my day he always made it better. I love him so much. Thank you for this video I hope you fine peace as well.
Animals are more important to us because they're more honest. They don't lie to us. So their loss is incredibly deep. Because we are creatures of Truth and love. I'm sorry for your loss.
The don’t lie to us because they don’t speak but they would eat you if you died first... to think they are ‘more important than people’... the nonsense people say hoping it seems meaningful
every creature can either get along or be aggressive to others. i'm a dogwalker, and some dogs are friendly and some are very aggressive and some are even manipulative. same as in humans. don't vilify human beings, for it's they're the same as dogs - if they have traumatic upbringing, they become monsters.
Bro, I lost my 16 year old cat Brody a few years ago. One of the deepest connections i've felt to another living being, either human or non human. I will always remember him and always love him
@@kodape1 lost my cat Fudge on Monday, she was 15 years old, had her all my life too, I still can’t believe it. I’m so sorry for your loss and I hope you’re doing okay ❤️
Unfortunately, my cat passed this afternoon of similar conditions. Your story reminds me a lot of what we went through. My cat and I travelled a lot; him developing the ability to adapt to several different apartments/locations. No matter where we ended up, or what we ended up doing, he was always full of light and love - and for that, I am eternally grateful. I will miss him so very much.
My beautiful best friend passed this week, far to soon. My heart is broke, the memories of her keep flooding me with grief. I have no more words.............
When I was born my parents had this cat already for a year. So I literally grew up with him, we shared bed and cuddles from our parents. He was my brother. My dad, 17ish years later, found two kittens in the rain, and brought them home. So now we have 3 cats, a really old and tired one and two little devils playing all around him. Couples years passed and my brother got really really sick. My mom called the vet, and I remember that afternoon, crying as hell, hugging him, tell him to go away, to run. We buried him, and we buried next to him, in the years, one of the kittens and another one that we got later, they got hit by a car. All the family devastated by that. Last year the last survivor got worse and worse, I was away for work but I could get home and see him for a last hug. He died in my arms the day after, I was in tears, again, for days. While I'm digging his grave, crying, I tell my parents, around me in grief: "This is the first time that I'm not living with a cat." That resonated strongly, so my mom, couple months after, surprised me with a kitten, a female, who was kept not so good by her old owner. Little we knew, shs was pregnant. She gave birth to 4 little kittens in front of my eyes and those of my dog, we were watching curios, frightened and amazed. We gave 3 to a couple of friends and kept one. I'm living with cats, again. And I always will. I don't know if someone's ever gonna read this, but it was good paying tribute to the great relationships I've had, we all have and had, with cats. I'm really sorry for your loss, Russel. A huge hug.
I read it, and payed tribute with tears to your losses and mine, and smiled with fellow happiness at “I’m living with cats, again. and I always will”. ❤️
@@SoniaRossi72 That is kind of where I'm at Sonia R. Here's a prayer that we both get to the point where we can embrace the love again. A friend who experienced the deaths of several beloved dogs in his lifetime, always gave himself time to grieve between pets. This past time, he brought a puppy home before the older dog shuffled off this mortal coil, and while he still grieved for the older dog, it was much easier to embrace the distracting antics of the new pup. Maybe that is the answer with cats too?
@skye awe I love that. I really hope he is. I haven't felt him but I feel like I see him out of the corner of my eye sometimes. It's crazy bc my other cat totally turned into the cat I lost. All of a sudden he was doing the things that Milo would do/act. It still amazes me to this day.
Pearl was my cat. I had grown up in a household that had family pets but Pearl who came into my life when I was 42 years old was mine. My one and only. We lived together for 19 years. I know and feel fully what Russell was speaking of. I do believe living with Pearl made me a better human.
I believe we may see our beautiful Pearls again. Our Rex’s, our Winston’s, our Bella’s! My fur babies are Sherman, Coco (both elderly Staffordshire Bull terriers), and kitty, and Mickey (both elderly cats)! I live with epilepsy, and my beautiful animals are my best friends. I dread the day I lose them. They never judge me, and know when I’ve had it rough. I have given them all a great life, and they gave me a loyalty that is unsurpassed. I owe them. I hope the pain has lessened for you. No doubt you will never forget Pearl. I do hope she is frolicking with other much loved creatures over the rainbow bridge! ❤
My cat died today. He was so young and full of energy, he had just 1 year and 7 months. He was my company throughout this pandemic 😢 he was so smart, with so much personality... I have never seen a cat so lovely. He was sick yesterday and died this morning... it was so fast... And today (10/14) is also my birthday... My mom is devastated, so I had to be strong. But now, alone, I cried so much remembering him and trying to understand the reasons he went away so soon.... He was like an angel, that come to cheer up me and my mom, and everyone that knew him, in these difficult times... I hope he is in a good place now. I love you so much my little friend 🐈💓
May I ask why he died so early? My cat just got diagnosed CHF at the age of 4 and I just can’t wrap my head around why or how this happened… she was so young and full of life a couple weeks ago and now she’s on her deathbed 😭
I've buried my beloved cat Janis yesterday, and the pain I'm in is beyond words, beyond imagination, beyond understanding. I didn't suspect that the loss of such a tiny little thing could have had such a massive impact in my life, but, since I've learnt about her cancer, I figured that accepting her parting was going to be much harder than I would ever have thought. I don't understand my house without her now; my window where she would spend most of the day watching and chasing the birds; I cannot even look at that window now, I can't hear the birds now. I don't understand my life without her now. I'm grieving beyond belief. I don't want to do anything, but cry and cry and cry. I just miss her so much. She's been my best mate for the last 13 years. It's too sad to let her go. I know I'm saying stupid shit. I can't explain myself better right now. I guess I just want to express that these creatures are more magical and cosmical than what we even realize.
I had to put my cat to sleep today who also had cancer and who also was 13 years old.. I felt less alone after reading your comment. I’m going to sleep soon, and I find it scary to face the reality that will hit me when I wake up (if another day is promised ofc). Stay strong 💪🏻
@@jassj4859 You too... These little creatures have such an enormous impact in our lives! We really have to take more seriously the role that non-human animals play and what is our attitude towards them. A big hug for you
It’s okay. I had to put my baby boy Timmy down. He was 20 years old.. he had chronic kidney disease. He took a piece of my heart with him. He slept peacefully on 01/02/21 and it gets better little by little. But here I am trapped into watching UA-cam videos to try to understand I’m not the only one going through this pain. It’s unimaginable and don’t say you’re saying stupid shit. I couldn’t even look at tuna fish cans lol Timmy loved his tuna. But just try to think, we give them the best life we can, we make them happy and no matter what we had to do, we don’t let them suffer. It’s sad to think about, but Timmy was only 3.3 lbs when I had to get him euthanized. He was losing weight rapidly. Didn’t cry, meow or nothing. His stubborn self wanted to die in his home with his family while silently suffering. I love him more than anything and I had to accept that it was best he didn’t suffer. He died peacefully in my arms, around his family, and I wouldn’t have had it any other way.
@@platinumheart_ So powerful. My little Janis died at home too! I would have never had taken her to a cold vet place to put her down. Peacefully at home, in silence, with only the sounds of the birds that she loved to watch all day so much, and hearing me whisper good wishes for her trip to her ear. What amazing creatures cats (and all animals) are. It's so mysterious... and so clear at the same time. We have so much to learn from them. Sending you an overseas ton of love!... Long live Timmy and Janis. They're with us forever! They are part of the air and the clouds now.
Not stupid shit at all. You expressed things perfectly that I find hard to put into words. When you said you don't understand your house and about not being able to look at the window where she sat I know exactly what you mean. Everything seems so strange and empty and unfamiliar. I lost my cat Hobo 2 days ago. He was my best friend. The sorrow is overwhelming.
This is the best description of all the feelings of losing a pet that I have heard. I lost my 12-year-old dog just a few months ago and I wailed And cried for weeks like I had never done for any human. He understood me and loved me more than any human I know. He was an angel without wings and sent from God To protect me and love me when no one was around.
I've probably watched this video 15 times by now and will probably watch it more because it's helping.......I have to put my 15 year old cat Oscar down tomorrow morning. It's going to be a long night tonight for me. I know I'm doing what is best for him but the pain is excruciating. This video was beautiful and will help me get through the night. Oscar got me through 3 moves to different places and also my brother's death last year. Someone told me once, "We may not have them with us for our lifetime, but at least we could be there for theirs". I'm glad I got to be with this wonderful boy for as long as I have.
Having pets my entire life, I have lost many. I always swear that I will never get another one, the heart break is too much. But , before I know what happens another one walks into my life. I can’t seem to live without them! My present dog and cat are my heart. I believe we will reunite with our beloved furry family members one day. Russell, this is simply a temporary separation from your sweet cat, but I am very sorry for your sad state of heart at this time. 😘
This comment gave me so much more reassurance and strength to carry on. Knowing that I can love another feline and apply some more of the lessons my beloved Hunter showed me is the best promise in my tomorrow I needed. Thank you. My heart goes out to anyone that also has recently lost their beloved cats. There is so much love for us all.
Some good posts on this clip but I love yours the most , am also suffering right now even to the extent of wishing to go with my cat but I know I have to wait till the time comes
Watching this as I get ready to leave the house to bring my kitty to the vet. I’m really devastated I’ve had her for 14 years and saying goodbye is the hardest most tragic thing but I can’t let her suffer. Thank you for this video. 💔❤️
I lost my cat two days ago due to lung cancer. I had to put him to sleep because watching him in pain was unbearable. Going through various therapy procedures , vet checks for more than two weeks and sleepless nights brought me to exhaustion. There is a deep trauma while observing your best friend slowly dying and being unable to help. A feeling of helplessness and despair that is eating me alive. Observing the comment section, I have noticed that many cat owners share similar feelings, which is helping me a lot to go through my sadness. It is very interesting to mention that I did not know how much I loved and cared for him before he passed away. Going back from work straight home to feed him or leaving earlier from night parties was a normal thing to do. Not mentioning planning my trips so I would not have to leave him too long at cats’ hotel although sometimes I had to. The strange thing is that I feel like I could do more for him. Maybe I have this feeling because I truly cared and loved him. Dear Devon, my love, my friend, my angel rest in peace. I could never imagine that losing him will be so hard.
We all feel like we could have done more. That is a natural guilt complex that kicks in. The same goes when humans die. We want to make sure, we said " I love you " for that last time. We just need to let go. They are free now and the best we can do is to send them love, not grief, or regrets. Just loving thoughts.
@Andromeda Skywalker let’s say their father was horrible to them. Would you genuinely tell them that they should feel bad about not loving their father over a creature that gave them unconditional love every time they were with them? No you wouldn’t. So don’t be not only an asshole but an idiot too.
My cat Chloe is 19 years old.. she’s my first and only ever pet. She is on a slow steady decline, and this was very moving. I try to prepare for it as much as possible
Thank you so much for doing this. I just lost my dog and no one warned me how intense this was. I lost my best friend in high school and it didn't even begin to feel like this. As much joy as my dog brought to my life, it left a hole double the size in my heart.
At 72, I have lost family and friends. Never before had I experienced the deep, deep, grief when my 1 year old cat Reb was hit and left mangled by a car on the road in front of my house. I wept off and on for a couple of months. He was an amazing little buddy...a kindred spirit>
Lost my cat of almost 20 years. Sad, but he lived a great life full of fun, joy and love. Either we die young or old age will finish us off. I feel blessed for all the beautiful moments I shared with him right to the very end. For me it was a wake up call, a remainder that our time is running out and we should cherish the time that we have on this earth.
Had to say goodbye to my soul animal a week ago. My Phoebe will be intensely missed every day of my existence. The pain is so severe, because the love is so immense. This helped so much. Thank you, Russel.
Pets are an extremely profound loss. I've lost relatives in my teens but the recent loss/release of my first pet or as I called her (dog-hter) changed me spiritually. The bond between people and their pets is enhanced by the release of oxytocin. Truly, the love we feel for our fur-babies is unlike the love felt for anyone else.
I couldn't have said it better. I'm not going into detail but you have just expressed what I've been trying to since I lost my dog Kashmir, aged 4, 4 years ago. Thank you xxx
FRANCES B.; Lovely comment. Really lovely . After 9 years I never got another dog. I had a cat for two years and he just caught me off guard with me ending up rescuing n keeping him. Sadly old age...as he was old n nobody seemed to care for him. He came to me n one day I let him in...OK it was the second day (I'm a sucker) and I got him treated n he was OK for couple of years n hilariously funny. I was like a child crying in vets that day. With my dog...vet came to my home and as IUD slept beside him for two nights...on a quilt on the ground..his look told me..as many friends did....time to give him his wings. I understood but .....
I'm so sad for you Russell - those who love animals understand it is a love like no other - they give purely and unconditionally- and we are so fortunate for it-
Lost mine 2 months ago... After going missing the 1st day I already knew something happened to him. Didn't find him until 3 days later in a vet, it was hit by a car and some neighbours took him to the vet. The sound of my crying after I hung the call and breaking down on the floor was as shocking for me as it was for you. The unconditional love and the soul to soul connection is what makes them so special, and I believe that precisely due to the lack of language, we have to communicate and connect the other only way we can, with our hearts and souls. I miss you my earthly angel, at least now you are with me in Spirit. But being 44 years old and having gone through death and grieving of many relatives and friends in my years, this has been the one breaking me up completely
I had to say good bye to my little friend shortly after Christmas. The pain I feel is beyond description. God bless cats and the people that love them. Amen.
@toilet paper I feel the sadness for the loss of any animal simply because I feel that I have more of an spiritual connection to the natural world (and by extension animals) than a lot of people do. Certain people are able to empathize more with the loss of another person's pet because they have bonded with their own animals and thus can feel sadness or compassion for the feelings of others who have lost their pets. Your initial question, although I assume you meant to be though provoking, came across as being mocking and tone deaf. It doesn't really matter if Kate Lilo actually FEELS sorrow for the loss of Russell Brand's cat. The fact that she's showing respect and empathy toward fellow animal lover Russell Brand's feelings for his loss is the point. To be honest, I don't think you're alone in your feelings. Some people view animals as friends and family members, while others simply view them as being like furniture... just part of the scenery. BTW, I am NOT blonde.
Russelllll, nooooooooooo. I miss my little bean every day, sending love. I don't care if you're a celebrity or someone I will never know of or my best friend. When your pet dies, I send you love.
I lost my tuxedo cat Lollipop last week. We had her for over 19 years. I couldn’t make that phone call as she was too far beyond emaciated and dehydrated-I feared it would be torture to find a vein. I kept her comfortable at home - home is where she wanted to be. Less stress. We adopted her from the local SPCA shortly after my beloved grandmother died back in 2003. She gave us so much joy and comfort over the years. I’m so thankful for being to have her for so long. Nevertheless, my heart is shattered and I miss her terribly as much as I still miss my mère 💔Grief is the price we pay for love ❤️
I'm a 38 year old married man and we just lost our little cat Florence yesterday after a short and unexpected illness. We have been a couple for 12 years and for 11 years Florence was with us on our journey moving homes but we always felt we had so much more life to share with her. I never knew I could feel so much pain and sadness and never cried so much in my life, I've learned in my life to choke my fear and sadness down but this has been overwhelming but this video means so much to me, it's good to hear someone else vocalise how we feel as well as the other heartfelt messages and replies on here, I hope it got better for you all x
@@JayJayKayTV that's so good man. it's been 2 days now since we lost our cat. still too early for new ones I think, but I'm so excited to care and love new cats.
My cat died a day before Mother’s Day this year, and it felt like my heart was ripped out of my body. It hurt so much psychologically that it felt like I had been hit by a car.
Sounds about right. My dear kitty passed 6 nights ago. Never have felt such pain. I keep expecting to see her in all the ways that had become routine to my nervous system. Each time, many times a day, I'm again reminded that I will never see her again. Well, I believe I will see her again in Heaven with the Lord Jesus. But I'm not seeing her now and man, it hurts so much. But I am so grateful for the 19 years of joy and love that we did have with her. Blessings to everyone.
This is so eloquent…my cat died yesterday of renal failure as well. I’m devastated, I’m letting myself feel it. I’m empty, it was so sudden. I loved him so much! I found him completely by accident when I was 19 after escaping a troubled home. He was so very sweet and gentle. He meant so much to me. Thankfully I didn’t have to make any hard decisions, though I was prepared to if he was suffering to much or too long, he passed within a couple days of falling severely ill from anemia and kidney failure. I am almost thankful but also guilty I didn’t know of his disease because the burden of having to make treatment decisions and put him through surgeries. He was 11 and a half years old, I took care of him the best I could with what I had feeding him the best quality grain free wet food to support his health
Perhaps no cat has ever received such a numinous stream of consciousness to honour it's life cycle. In fact I wonder if Morrisey is now a Sphynx somewhere, a God Cat. Absolutely beautiful.
"A dog has died" by Pablo Neruda expresses the connection felt through pets. Don't mean to be dismissive. Am sharing a favourite poet's words. Loss is a private and deeply personal experience.
My dog passed away this morning and I’m really going through it. I’m thankful to hear you talk about your experience as it seems to help me, knowing we all go through it. Much love Russel you’re a true gem
Anyone who says, "it's just a cat," or "it's just a dog" has never experienced the love of an animal. There is nothing like it. We had to put our dog to sleep a year ago. I still grieve. They are family.
Yeah I understand you, my boxer died 10 years ago and I still have nights where I cry missing him…it get easier but so slowly 🐕 😭
I'm sorry to hear about your dog, a pet is like a child to it's owner. This morning i found one of my cat's killed on the side of the road, he was 5 and i had him along with his sister and two brothers from birth. The mother was killed by a car when they were 6 months old. I hope you are doing better now.
@@bimbobaggypants4820 I’m here for you bimbo. I will love my cat more after reading your comment and will appreciate life more
@@yusuke1910 thankyou
@Ritzuh I’m here for you bro
My cat died this morning. Buried him in park and went back 6 hours later to say goodbye again. I’m a 45 year old man and cried for 14 hours. Never knew a pets death would hit so hard.
Yes it does
Our cat is buried at the back of the garden. I go there sometimes when I want to feel close to her. She tied our family together.
My kitty of 15 years passed away 30 minutes ago, I'm devastated but I know my good boy is no longer suffering.
@Wendy Newsome Thank you Wendy it hurts sooo soo much right now, I try to forget but when I think of my boy I get so sad. I just wish he was here again I just don't know what to do to overcome my grief.
I lost mine last night. I couldnt sleep its HARD AF.
I'm 33 years old and my cat of 20 years died in my arms. He was born in my childhood home and has been with me the entirety of his life, including five moves in the past 12 years. We were each others' only constant in life. His death is the first significant one I've had to experience. There is such a hole in my heart now. I have all this love to give and nobody or nothing to receive it. I miss my little buddy
Moving with a pet bonds you to each other tremendously exactly why you said, because you are the only constant. That cat had a great life. Remember: outdoor cats life expectancy is 2 to 5 years (3.5 on average). 10 is elderly for a cat. Anything over 10 is a bonus. Often I find the cat is reincarnated in another cat that finds you and fills the void.
If you are grieving the loss of your best friend, read through these comments to at least know that you are not alone.
Someone said to me once “even though they’re not there for your whole life, you got to be there for their whole life, and that really matters”
This sucks and I’m sorry, but rest assured that cats are really good at feeling emotion, and that cat knows it was loved for it’s whole life :)
Thanks you I had to put my cat down yesterday vet was thinking it was something else and as soon as they opened him up it was horrible lymphoma and it has his intestines closed I had no choice but to put him down unless I wanted him to selfishly suffer, he had barely ate for a month and that’s when it started no tests showed it and it was such a hard choice to make and I had about 10min in to make it.. he was the best part of my day and he made life easy cause I knew at the end of the day I get to come see him he was so sweet and always wanted love, such a huge part of my life after one night I’m realizing how hard this is going to be I’m going through it. I wish I had more time with him while he wasn’t in that state my poor baby rest easy my Tom Tom my heart will never be the same
Thank you. It's been exactly a week since I lost my kitty.
“How lucky am I to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” -Winnie The Pooh.
@mike boultinghouse Better to fight YOUR bully than look for others to bully. I hope you can be happier bro.
@mike boultinghouse actually it may do, whilst their growth and ability to move is more slower (and in movement limited ) than ours, we can only speculate as to sentience awareness and empathic abilities. chances are the statements true but for all you know the tree may have a very close emotional bond to it's squirrels owls and bats. That's just you and grace being flip.
"'I don't feel very much like Pooh today,' said Pooh.
'There, there,' said Piglet. 'I'll bring you tea and honey until you do.'"
@mike boultinghouse American History X is a terrible film, but there is truth in the " has anything you have done made your life better " scene.
i didn't think Xi Jinping was so deep
I have grieved more deeply for some of my pets than I ever felt for any human. The bond, the understanding, two souls as one really. The loss left a deep hole in my heart.
Exactly it does feel like a hole in my heart .. there is this emptiness.. i keep being reminded by our moments together and realise I can’t have more.. I’m left with memories only
TRUTH. I put my sweet cat Smudge down 2 hours ago. My heart is shattered.
@@deena2931 I’m so sorry, I’m going through the same thing
@@deena2931 I had to put my 16 year old cat Grady down yesterday. He had cancer. I am absolutely devastated. Your comment made me feel not so alone. I’m very sorry about your loss too. Praying for your broken heart.
@Lily Swal me too. I just got his ashes back today and it just doesn't feel real, like he never happened, and there's this pain I can't shake. I know he happened but that's how it feels.
I just lost my cat yesterday its so painfull my heart is broken in a million pieces.
I found my cat dead in my garden today and i'm devastated so I feel your pain. My heart is in pieces also. It is the most terrible feeling. I just want to go to sleep to get away from this pain for a bit :( godbless your cat
@@katiecompton6177 i am so very sorry for your lost its like losing a human do not fight the pain let it come its normal and have a good cry its normal then the pain will go step by step it will get better i promise you that your cat will always be there in your heart your cat is with god now he is in a better place and if you feel sad or lonely talk to your cat or talk to god.
You are going to be alright katie god bless you and stay safe.
my cat just died today who was 1 year old and she was the kindest pet i’ve ever had , i miss her so much
I am sorry for your loss..lost my 19 year kitty yesterday on my bday😞
@@brendachvrr ooooh so sorry brenda yang in there
The loss of a pet is more than just the loss of a family member it's the loss of a family member who never harmed you in any wa and somehow supported you in every way. The problem is, they are so perfect, unlike people, hence, the unbelievable pain. Anyhow, the Lord promises us our hearts desire, and mine is to meet my hairy friends who are now in a better place, once again.
I had a beautiful cat for just over 12 months. She was an 'indoor cat' adopted from a rescue agency. I kept her indoors until I could afford to have her neutered and microchipped. Somehow she managed to get out of the house. Whether I didn't latch the back door properly and it opened thus providing an escape route I'll never know or did she find a window which I'd left ajar. I looked in all the cupboards and other hidey-holes with no luck. I'm devastated. My sympathy to all those who have lost a cat or another pet.
@@lizbayly4994 big hug to you. 🥺and love.
My 17 year old boy Jack passed away just over an hour ago 😢 I was lucky to be able to have him in my arms in bed when it happened. We knew it was coming, but still so hard.
I really hope that when I get to be with Christ that I can be reunited with him and all my lost beloved pets💔💕
@@lizbayly4994 I'm sorry about your cat, but thankyou for taking her in. I pray she'll return to you one day💕🌺
@@rollmops3113 I'm so sorry. I know the pain, but without a doubt, you will see him again in all his youthful glory - and What a reunion it will be.
Anyone who has ever said that "It's just an animal" .... truly has no empathy and no true understanding of how 2 souls (regardless of superficial appearances... human, feline, canine, etc) can connect. There is a beautiful and soul-level of connection that can only be cultivated and curated with a being not of the human world. It's a pure connection built on love, unquestionable trust, and beautiful spiritual intersections.
My cat was and remains my best friend and my spiritual mate now and for eternity, regardless of what form he chooses to be in.
Morrissey is still with you. 💟🌸🌻
Yes animals are beautiful souls.
Are you vegan?
Beautifully and perfectly stated. Thank you.
@Santha Chin yes, most people are morons.
They claim to love animals yet they eat tortured animals 🤷♀️
rabbit !!
Go vegan
Thanks Russell, beautiful words. My 15 year old cat Gus is apparently on his way out. I’m an active duty Air Force officer and, like your cat, mine has lived in about a dozen different houses and transcended oceans and been with me my entire adult life. He has stopped eating and I think I’m going to have to make a very hard decision soon. I found out the news a day and half ago and was devastated, crying my eyes out on the way home from the vet I could barely see the road. I’ve already cried more in the last 36hrs than I ever remember crying before. Yesterday I let my cat outside which he always enjoyed and fed him some ice cream. He’s been such a blessing and I found your video message profoundly relatable. Thanks again!
I lost my cat a month and a half a go. I think it is the most I’ve ever cried.
I lost my cat yesterday . It's the saddest i have ever been in my life . Sadder than when i lost human friends or relatives
@@kikomano96 my deepest condolences.
Wow this is so important to know
@@nickbaritone I am a very clear guy
Mine is dying now. Tumor and hyperthyroid. I’ve had him over twenty years and I’ve never been more emotional. He has weeks not even months left. 😿
I’m sorry for all of you who have recently lost a dear pet. I said goodbye to my 20 year old cat today and miss her so much, the pain is almost unbearable. I am dealing with guilt feelings about complaining about the litter messes and her meowing at the crack of dawn, and now wish she were still here.
Same 😭 😭
It'd hurts so much 💔 I can't stop crying I lost my cat today
@unseenelementz7677 I know how you feel. Its unbearable 😭 I lost my baby Oct 15 2023 and I'm still struggling with my grief. I miss her so so much! My soul mate and closest companion. My bestie. My little baby. I'm so sorry for your loss. Knowing they go home to Jesus gives me comfort. We will see them again. They are spirits, they are precious souls. Trust in God and look to God. If I didn't have God I don't think I could make it in this world without her. Losing my fur baby broke my heart into a trillion pieces. 💔
@@ShakeItUp-c5m we will see them again ;( 😢
I just lost my precious cat ,and it is devastating ,Thank you Russell ,and all who have shared their stories ,it was very helpful .Some do not understand losing your dog ,but even fewer can understand the loss of your feline friend .I have lost both ,and their generous hearts filled with affection ,loyalty ,devotion and companionship are equally precious .However,, my recent loss of my cat Cubby warrants my need to say” I will always love and remember you my sweet boy ,and meet you at “The Rainbow Bridge “ one day ,That is a lovely popular story ,about meeting your pet again ,and walking into heaven together .God Bless and comfort all who are mourning their furry friends . 🙏🙏🙏
The impact and pain of losing a pet is something a lot of people just can’t understand. I fully agree about the connection that goes amazingly and profoundly deep.
North American UA-camr I can hear alotta anger in that comment. Who hurt you sweetie? Crying about your pets death hasn’t anything to do with being a liberal, Steven crowder a famous conservative, had to leave his show for a couple of weeks because of the death of his dog. Why doing such a generalization sweatheart, didn’t your parents teach you that the world isn’t black and white?
@North American UA-camr . . . If you have a loving heart and feel true Love for them in a profound way you will feel the lose deeply no matter what you believe politically.
*Losing
@North American UA-camr
You're a prick. Liberal has 0 to do with it. It's called empathy ya twat.
@North American UA-camr Crying isn't a weakness. Lack of emotion is.
I cried for a whole evening when my dog died. Like not just tears on and off, but sobbing snotty nosed howling for hours. I still dream about him often, which gives some form of contact, whatever that means
Totally understand the snot-nose cry. Almost howling too 💔 I’ve been there before too, Chris. That won’t be the first or last time. It’s a grief worth having. I hope you’re well!
@@jami1730 thanks! Forgot about this comment 😅 but yeah it was the most I've cried as an adult. But was worth every tear
Lost my dog this morning in our home. I’m broken. I’ve never cried this much in my life.
@@Diana-zl3ue Nothing like losing a furbaby, I’ve said goodbye to many dogs 💔 it’s never easy. I never cried so hard in my life. It’s worse than losing a human. My peace and comfort is with you.
@@Diana-zl3ue sorry to hear that Diana.
My cat, my best friend in my life, died 2 days ago after only a year of life. The pain I'm experiencing is indescribable. I haven't stopped crying.
I so understand your sadness. Anyone who doesn't appreciate the loss of a pet lacks empathy. My thoughts are with you in your sadness
I lost my gecko yesterday, he too only lived one year. I’ve almost never cried in my adult life but this is killing me man. I miss him so much. I hope you get through this, I’m sorry for your loss
I’m so sorry, it’s so hard losing a pet especially when they’re so young or recently adopted. It really leaves you feeling “robbed” I just had to put my cat that I only adopted a year and a half ago down after he suddenly got an aggressive cancer. It’s so hard to cope but I remind myself cats don’t think about the construct of time, they just live in the moment and are happy to be with us ❤
I am crying with you my friend mine was only 4 .... so special she was ....
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I found this video because my cat died today. I just search my cat died on UA-cam to found anyone that feels the way i feel today. I love you all, hope our cats are in better place now.
I lost my cat today, had to put her to sleep unfortunately. I found my way to this video the same way you did. I'm sorry for your loss, I know how you're hurting
Same
I'm so sorry for your loss. Today marks one year for me....and it feels like yesterday. Valentines Day will never be the same. Wishing all who are mourning peace.
My cat passed away 6 days ago. I’ve had him since I was 9 and I’m now 23 . It’s like I lost a piece of my heart the only thing that’s been beside me my whole life.
Same. It hurts so bad. I didn’t think I’d feel this sad. She was a sweet angel.
I have just lost my cat today. In all my life I have never felt emotions like what I’m feeling now. I feel like someone is drilling a hole through my gut. I’m a little worried about the next few days as everything I see in the house will remind me of her. I’m also feeling guilty because I feel like I should have spoiled her more in her short life.
Just reading your comment tells me, she probably won the lottery with you and I bet she knew it too!
ugh! i feel thAt
Hope you're doing better now... My 2yr old cat got ran over today and I feel exactly how you described 😔
@@R1AZ I'm so sorry. The pain can be quite intense the first few days but like any grief, it does ease with time. Try and distract yourself in whatever way you can at the minute 🙏
@@ajo7009 you’re a great person I’ve seen you before in the comments. Keep bein you!
I just lost my cat of 17 years, Lucy. I’ve never grieved so hard in my life. I can barely eat or get out of bed.
Oh no I’m so sorry for your loss ! I feel your pain I just lost my cat also two days ago and I am broken! I feel terrible
I so feel what you're going through I just lost my 7 years old cat Emy 💔 8 days ago it's so so so hard 😢😢
I’m so sorry to you both. It’s the worst kind of pain. I hope you’re both doing better and just know you’re not alone. ❤️
@@LePetitChatNoir79 Thank you so Much for your thoughtful comment... it still hurts like yesterday despite the fact that 23 days has already passed since I lost a part of my soul.. I'm just hoping for better days to come.. I hope you're feeling better?
EMY Bichou I so get it. ❤️ I am doing better. I still cry every single day for her and it’s been almost 2 months. I promise though, it WILL get easier. Every day is a little better. Every time you cry, you’re washing away a little of the hurt. It helps to believe you’ll see them again someday. It’s the only thing getting me through. ❤️
I lost my 15 year old cat baby Zoey yesterday. This pain is unbearable and I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy😢😢
I agree
It’s like loosing your baby truly painful evrey time I think my cat I can’t even look at the pictures of him because I don’t like uncontrollable crying.
I am so sorry for your loss. The loss of an animal can be just as devastating as losing a human. There are many strays in my area that I've taken on the care of...so many have disappeared without a trace but 1 in particular was a beautiful boy I named Starsky. He's been gone about 5 months. I'll continue looking for him until I have proof he's no longer with us. Again , deeply deeply sorry for your loss and I pray God gives your heart peace 🙏
@@handbaghound thank you
@@arc6431 you are most welcome
I love you, Russell. Thank you for this. I lost my cat three days ago, and as a 35 year old man, this is the saddest I’ve ever been. I’m crying as I write this, but I’m also beyond thankful and blessed to have known such a dear and loyal friend. Your making this video, although hard for me watch, was a wonderful thing to do.
My beloved cat George died less than two hours ago. Glad I found you. Said the most heartfelt prayer ever. I was with him til the end.
I'm so sorry for your loss
Indeed. Russell Brand did a very good job on this one.
When my Dad died I took his cat Sami home with me, he crawled into my washing basket to sleep on my Dad's cardi I had been wearing. His eyes were red and sore, his grief was palpable. Then he comforted me with a swiping claw to my face in the middle of the night for me to cuddle him. My Tomcat Daisyboy would hold and cuddle him, Sami only had 3 legs it made him somewhat more co-dependant , he was like a Koala , a tad needy. When he passed away I held his paw, he gave me something precious, he shared My Dad's love of him, with me.
Sorry for your loss, but celebrate the bond you were able to share. Very touching sentiment.
That is so beautiful
So sorry for your loss lovie x Your cat sounded like a beautiful soul x may They both RIP
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😭 lost my kitten
I lost my cat 2 months ago, but the pain of losing her, and the daily grief since her death is so deep, powerful and unimaginable, it hurts, like nothing I felt before, it is far more than the pain of separating from my husband of 39 years! My cat was my best friend, she loved me unconditionally, and we ‘chatted’ often while hugging each other! She was beautiful and she never left me, even when sick, and she was deaths door! She actually waited for the whole family to arrive in the hospital, just to say goodbye to us individually, before she took permission to leave us!It the most awful thing, gut wrenching,head throbbing, screaming pain! I nursed her at home until the last day, setting up my mini nursing care, with her sleeping on my bed, and carrying her to her litter, hand feeding her! My world just went blank after she died! It’s taking much strength to cope with each day without her!
Im so sorry for your loss
@@FRANCESCA01234 🌹
I feel for you and I also hand fed my kitty with love. I bought her organic skinless, boneless, chicken, her favorite and brought her the water bowl which she was grateful for.
My cat died because of an accident i wasn't ready it happened too fast i hope he forgives me for failing him
@@zamzammlbb5024 you said it was a accident, so please don’t blame yourself! I’m sure your cat knew you loved him/ her! Yes it’s painful, that even though I knew my cat was sick with pancreatitis, I still felt somehow I let her down, and still cry often as I miss her! Don’t be too hard on yourself!🌹
Thank you russell. My cat died suddenly this morning. It sounds crazy but he became one of my best friends and seemed more like a human. Followed me around everywhere, would try to come walks, purr like crazy and run up to see me whenever i came home. I have lost a true friend. Rip Nimbus.
Can we exchange numbers for emotional support bc you described my sharkey to a T and this is tearing my 💙 out it hurts so much .i feel like i lost my son
My cat Nimbus died on May 16th ..:((((
I have this mental image of my cat being only 4 years old so many memories and comforting moments shared with my little buddy. Heard a big thump on the front door so loud it woke me up which is in front of the stairs. I get up to look and when I open bedroom door I see my little buddy seizing and when he stopped seizing his heart stopped and wasn’t breathing. I’m absolutely heart broken. It was so all of a sudden I never thought this would happen. The image of him in so much pain and dying so traumatically is stuck in my head and is making this very hard to see it in a spiritual way as you lost ur cat russel. He was suppose to live for 15 years man It’s soul wrenching
I cant believe you have a cat called Nimbus. My cat is also called Nimbis. Nimbis is still alive but I am not with him. I am struggling with a place to live so I cannot have Nimbis with me. I am trying my best but I miss him a lot and I know he misses me. I visited him. I hope things get better for me and you.
@@marizamuller2160 Is your Nimbus also a white kitty?? Mine was the whitest, fluffiest, silkiest, sweetest guy around.. So docile and polite, allowing me to pet his belly and even poke his toesies, many nights I've fallen asleep while holding on to one of his paws. I've literally known him since birth because I lived in the same house as his Momma who belonged to my roommate at the time.
However after two months the same roommate made the decision to move back home after finding his long-term girlfriend cheating on him. He was willing to forgive her for all of it but instead she chose to just break up with him. He was taking the loss of this relationship extremely hard, almost relapsed, desperately needed to be near family and just get out of the city.
Problem was though he was unsure of what now to do with his cat..and admitted he'd rather not take care her with him. He was barely taking care of himself, the thought of also having to care of another living creature was just way too much for him to handle.
Right then and there the cat officially became mine.
Three different apartments and almost 10 ten years later, she's still mine, curled up snoozing right next to me.
I think she knows her precious son is gone 😔
“...in the wordlessness there is a deeper kind of connection 😢...” if anyone says “it’s just a cat” they don’t get it, and that’s too bad for them.
my beautiful black cat died yesterday unexpectedly. he was only 9. he showed me what it felt like to be loved unconditionally. i can’t stop crying. rip squeaky
Mine was 6.
I'm the same as you.
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Agree they know what is love HUMANS DON'T
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Omg my cat was called squeak! She was so lovely :( she was only 2 almost 3
@@NintendoFan8877 that's so young :( RIP squeakys!
When my cat died I sobbed like a baby, so I totally understand Russel's pain.
Lost my cat today. Grew up with him - 12 years. Didn’t expect him to go so soon but sometimes those decisions we make are the best for them to suffer no more.
I also didn’t expect her to leave me so soon. She grew up with me . I didn’t act stupidly because of her. She saved my life. And now she’s gone.
My cat died yesterday he was only 4
My cat was only 9 months old, I was planning to pet her babies in the future but death hit today
I’m sorry to hear that.
Just had this situation. I adopted her back in 2007 and had to say goodbye today. Don’t know if I’ve ever been in more emotional pain.
My dog died 5 years ago and I still grieve. That dog was my soulmate
Reba24u I sobbed instantly - I feel your pain, I lost my baby 2 months ago and she was and is a soul mate also 💜 🐾
Thalassa I only just scattered his ashes a few months ago. The high price of unconditional love we receive
Reba24u it really is. Thank you for sharing that, I have her ashes still and, while it’s painful to know she’s in there, I think it would be more painful still to not have her near me at all 🥺💦
Thalassa C I felt that way for a long time and finally I just decided it was time and I scattered his ashes with my young Grandaughter along a favorite river walk Rocky and I went. It was a comfort but understand it takes time . I waited 4 years. I know your pain and I am sorry you are going through this. Unconditional love comes at a price
So sorry...
I had my cat 17 years. When she died I sobbed all the time. The sobbing lasted about 4 years. Prior to that I'd never really been able to cry.
There was a very special cat in our family, not mine specifically. Truly one of a kind. She passed away some years ago, and I just realized that I never really went through a mourning process. I feel like crying, and I'm not a crier. She was 17 as well actually.
One of my cats died after contracting pneumonia. The vet told me he left her overnight in his clinic without supervision, lungs filled up w fluid and he wasn’t there to do anything. Poor baby suffered to death. I hope his end will be similar. I know it’s harsh but he violated us. Burying her in the midst of a snow storm was the hardest thing. My soul still hurts. I am sorry but I can’t find it in me to forgive that vet. Animals are so pure and innocent, it’s a sin to harm them.
@@taneshawilde8343 omg that is just horrible, I’m so sorry you guys went through that and more importantly that your kitty suffered like that. 😔
What a gift your time together must have been. 🖤🙏🏻🤍 may you find peace in her passing
My cat passed away yesterday, he had a heart attack and everything was really sudden. Me and my partner are still adjusting to this new reality without him. It's hard, and empty.
If you are dealing with a loss of a loved one, I'm sending you good energy!
Thanks.
Just experienced this three days ago. My velcro lovebug passed extremely suddenly with no warning. He was only 9 1/2 years old and 12 pounds of pure love. I’m devastated.
Anyone who has never truly loved an animal, will ever understand.
if you arnt vegan this sentence pretty much holds no weight whatsoever
Isn't that the truth!
Book Worm forget what?
@@TheyFramedVader what a stupud coment
@@lisaduffy5853 mine? if so ask yourself how can you humanly slaughter.
My cat centres me when I need to be reminded I am human . Genuinely I feel for you mate. He’s a member of our family as much as anyone else and as you know cats choose to be with you because they like you. Love to you big fella.
The nature of a human can be judged by the way he treats animals. Respect
VERY TRUE,,,
Lost my cat today. 12 years with my best friend. Sleeping almost every night next to me, purring. Pain is killing me but the only comforting thing is that I know how good of a life he lived with me. I was 8 when we first met. 20 now when I said the most difficult goodbye. People always told me how much I spoiled him and it was all so worth it. One day we will be reunited my dear.
I lost my cat this morning, and nothing would’ve prepared me for this. Until the bitter end at the vet this morning, something in me truly believed that there was hope. So thankful to have known such an amazing being and to have had him in my life❤️
this is the most unexpected and painful thing i have ever had to deal with
same
It just happened to me. It was INSANELY painful. My life turned upside down. I realized I hadn't been waking up for myself for the past 10 years. That dog was all my momentum.
@@DeeloGoodquest I lost my dog of 16 years yesterday. I thought I knew what to expect. I have never felt anything like this in my life. Nothing could ever prepare us for this feeling. Nothing.
Those people that say "I dont like cats"..
I dont trust those people.
Truly sorry for your loss of your precious Morrisey, Russell..
I lost my daughter at 17 and now i live alone with my beloved cat ( she is 8 ) i often dread the thought that she too will leave one day. I just wish she could stay forever. Love is eternal. This video helped me immensley. Thankyou.
I was like that just because am a big dog lover. One day tough, I found a little kitten on my dad's storage room. My next door neighbor has a lot of cats, so I was certain it was his cat. He told me it was not his cat, but for some reason I believed he was lying. I felt bad for the kitty, so I started to feed her, and give her water. My dad was not happy about it, and told me that he didn't wanted that cat in his storage room. Another problem was my dogs, who happen to chase away any cat that ever got near our home.
I had to search for a cat rescue because I couldn't keep her. She was so sweet. Everytime I feed her, she wanted me to stay with her to pet her, and she would make that purr sound that made me nervous at first, but then I thought it was so cute. It took about 2 months to find a reputable rescue for her, and I cried the day they came for her. I tried not to get attached( Yeah, that didn't work), and I didn't even wanted to name her, so I just began calling her Meow Meow ( dumb me, I guess that was her name now😂). I still remember how she was meowing inside the crate as the rescue lady took her away. 😢😢 I know now that cats are lovely animals, but unfortunately I can't have one.
I am very sorry for your loss Lulabelle and for you Russell
Just lost my cat a few hours ago. Absolutely heartbroken. Thank you for this video.
Same as. Only this morning
@@dannypacini9820 sorry for your loss. It will get better, a few months have passed and time really does heal wounds.
@@dmytroz4816 thanks for that mate ! Well said 👏🏼
My cat Molly passed last night. Pets are more than pets and we never"own" cats. They own us.
So sorry, they are lovely, spiritual beings. My family lost our cat in January, we are still mourning her. Feel blessed she graced our lives.
That sux mate. Yes I agree. I think cats have more interested personalities than dogs and other pets.
So sorry to hear that, animals are just wonderful, they bring so much joy to our lives
Sorry about your cat :(
I'm sorry for your loss, much love and angelic hugs 🙏✨🤗💛
My beautiful cat of 11 years died today, I feel so much pain. I'm crying as I write this but so grateful for the love we shared and the great times we shared. Never knew I could feel pain like this...
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“I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul.”
― Jean Cocteau
Peace sweet Morrissey.
Aw, what a beautiful quote. Thank you.
Lost my cat today from heart failure and a blood clot. Only 6 years old, no symptoms to indicate anything wrong, a sudden paralysis of his back legs and rapid breathing. My other cat came to him licked and caressed him. I took him to the vet and nothing could be done except euthanasia. I looked him in the eyes and caressed him told him I loved him and he slipped away. Everything you said and more. My heart aches. I get it. The connection is real and death is numbing.
Same exact circumstances for my yorkie :( just came back from greece on holiday, was so excited to see him jump all about the place, and there he is unable to walk properly. IVDD. 4 days later and he has left us. I don’t know how i’ll ever get over this overwhelming pain and the fact I wasn’t there when he was put to sleep. Hope all is well with you now :(
@@bradley6676 so sorry for your loss. 💔
The exact thing happened to my sweet 6 year old girl 3 days ago, so so sudden it just wasn’t fair. But I too got to hold my baby while she passed, it’s all they would have wanted in their last moments I’m thankful we got to give them that.
@@bringxmexthexunicorns3218 so so sorry for your loss. It totally sucks. Lost my second cat just before Christmas, he was 11. He died the same way almost to the date that my first cat died. My heart hurts but I was there for him and gave him the best I could. The pain of losing our four legged family is real. 💔
Same. My seemingly healthy baby girl had just turned 8. she was eating, playing, toileting, sleeping like normal. When we arrived home less than 6 hours later she was motionless on our bed. Took her immediately to the animal hospital but she had no pulse. They tried to revive her but I had to say goodbye. That was 4 days ago and I am in agony. I've experienced deep loss in my life but she was my first pet and this pain is unique.
One of my family cats died in operation yesterday and it still seems like a dream. Sending out good vibes to any one who reads this and is going though same thing. It is a gut punch like no other, may it become bearable day after day. Oscar will forever be in our hearts, I know your cat will be in yours as well
I did'nt know I could cry over a Guinea pig. But I did. Our guinea pig died just recently, and I cried for two days. He was just a gentle animal.
sorry :hug:
Our pets bring a positive energy of pure love into our homes. When our pets pass away we feel the loss of this pure love energy.
Yes. This is a good point. We lost our dog yesterday, and its like the home has had the life drained out of it in some way. Every corner reminds me of him. I hope time will help. rip Diego.
yes. I also feel a lack of comfort.
I am sobbing as I am listening to this; my cat Shabato trascended yesterday and I looked for a video to help me cope with his passing, and found your video…thanks for sharing Russell.
I lost my 20 yr old cat Ella on Monday. She was the most beautiful little girl, with the sweetest nature. I really miss her being around. The house feels very empty. Like you, we tried to prolong her life - but the poor girl was suffering so much from kidney failure, but still purred her little heart out when I picked her up. She’s buried at the bottom of our garden, surrounded by flowers from that garden. Ahhhh, she was a beautiful little cat. The best I’ve ever known. These little furry beggars really get under your skin don’t they?
Yes indeed.Just a few days ago for me and my husband..so hard😞
They really do get under your skin... was this morning for me. I hope you're doing okay, Simon and wendy. Thank you for giving your cats your love and companionship.
@@mikkykyluc5804 oh my. I’m so sorry. So very much. The purest love imaginable. I don’t have children,but I have seen human parents not seem to care as much. Big hug and it helps to cry it out and laugh about the funny little things. Mine and my husbands eyes were a mess for weeks. Do you know I cried for many years before ,just imagining when the time would come. 🥹 ..feeling with you.😢😻💕🙏
@@mariavictor4324 Thank you so much for your support and advice. Means a lot, especially coming from someone who went through the same thing. Also wow I had the same thing in past years, even the very idea of your furbaby dying one day just fills your eyes with tears. I'm going to my family abroad in a few hours, so I'll be in good hands. Thank you again friend💕
@@mikkykyluc5804 so very welcome friend.💕 and you are doing the right thing to break your routine. It will help. Be good.🙏thank you as well.it helps.
When a cat transitions, it goes home to spirit. Animals love going home back to spirit. Cats especially love being in spirit. It is why they sleep so much. The sadness is in losing a friend. That sadness takes some time to heal. But why not be happy that your loving animal has graduated and gone back home and is free and healthy again? He will eventually visit you in spirit. You and your friend will always be one.
My goodness that’s so beautiful
Thank you
This is so beautiful.
Great sentiment. My pain was seeing my cat lose its gracefulness and dignity as illness robbed her of her strength. I miss her terribly.
Thank you this helped me alot,
I've never heard someone put the relationship people have with their animals so beautifully into words...They're more than pets, they're like soulmates. I never understood someone who says, "You can never love your animal as much as a parent loves their child." Bullshit. Unconditional love is unconditional love, it doesn't matter if the recipient of that love can talk or not, or is human or not...I know myself and the majority of animal parents would die for their beloved companion without a second thought, and as Jesus rightly said "Greater love hath no one than this: than to lay down one's life for their friends." My dog has the most pure spirit, no question he is worthy of the greatest love my pitiful human heart can give. The same goes for all animals - I hope everyone realizes there is no shame in giving these creatures all of your love...since they didn't hesitate to give us all of theirs.
You gave your cat the love he deserved, and you speak of him with dignity and respect and understanding...You're a good dad.
I believe God's greatest mistake was giving dogs and cats such short lives...Then again, a billion years wouldn't be enough either. Blessings and prayers to you and your family, thank you for sharing your lovely sentiments in your classically intelligent and insightful way. Much love from Alaska, USA.
You my friend said this magnificently I agree with everything that you said and I do mean everything ...take care
human created cats and dogs though
I lost my best friend 2 months ago and truthfully, I haven’t found the days to be getting any easier. I was 3 when I got him and held him as he crossed the rainbow bridge as a 20 y/o. This has definitely been the hardest loss and most difficult thing I’ve experienced. That cat was more than a pet to me. As odd as this sounds, I believe he was my angel, the one to watch me grow from a toddler to an adult, my fluffy bestest friend. In his last moments, while my sweet cat was passing, he looked at me with a gaze filled with love and reassurance, a look I’ll never forget. A message I heard that helps me, and hopefully helps whoever is reading this, is “don’t allow the feelings of their loss become stronger than the love they gave”. May all of our pets with their new wings rest in love and copious amounts of their favorite food and toys. RIP my sweet boy 12/31/2021
I'm grateful for your comment and thank you for sharing your experience, because I can relate also. My cat Maya passed 3 years ago, and Rory passed 6 months ago. He was almost 20 years old/young. : ) We had a special bond, and Rory was actually my best friend. Humans and animals have a special bond. Losing a Beloved pet can be just the same as losing a human family member. It hurts, at first, but it's get better, trust me. I try to remind myself that: "The extent of my pain, equals the extent of my Love" --- RIP my fur babies
@@LeeBee1111 Thank you for sharing, knowing this experience isn’t one that’s done in solidarity helps. It sure does hurt but like you said, the love they gave truly is the greatest gift :) Rest in love, Rory
My little cat somehow got out of the house. She was adopted as an indoor cat until I could afford to have her neutered and microchipped. How she got out of the house I'll never know. The only thing I can think of is that the back door became unlatched she she escaped that way. This happened about a fortnight ago and I've been in tears even since.
@@lizbayly4994 what did you do? You searched for her? Did you call her everyday when it was quite?
I lost my cat yesterday, he was the goodest boy I ever knew, I didn't get to be with him in his last moments because I figured I would see him again when I went to get him back from the vet's. I knew his chance of survival was very little and his condition was very bad but I didn't think it would happen and I wouldn't even seen him in the morning, I thought id see him again in the morning. I didn't and it litterarly broke me the shock sent me into hyperventilation and I couldn't stop crying for hours even now talking about him makes me cry and I figure it'll take me so long to ever recover. My baby was the goodest boy and very cuddly and in just 2 days he was a totally different cat, so weak, he had a similar stituation where his organs started to shut down on him. Rest easy Poku, I'll love you forever
Wow I had the same exact thing happen to me over Christmas. :( so sorry for your loss.
@@brigettehartman6131 that sounds horrible I'm sorry for your loss stay strong :))
Sorry for both of your losses *hugs*
@@lilmeowmeow667 hope you are doing okay ❤️
@@DiariesOfaPhOenixRiSinG thank you ❤️
I’m so sorry Russell. I care about my cat so deeply it’s petrifying to think about life without him one day.
Same. My cat is the first and only pet I've ever had, started taking care of her when I was 26. Ive had her for almost 4 years now, and I've grown so fond of her and it relaxes me to pet her until she's so relaxed that she closes her eyes and it warms my heart when she lays down close to my legs at night to sleep, and I often forget one day I'll have to say goodbye to her and I hate to think about it too.
discopumps me too but due to our different lifespans it is inevitable :( I guess we are like elves to them..
mike boultinghouse oh no the Americans have woken up.
My cat of 16 years passed this morning. I'm so distraught, but so grateful for the 16 years with him that I had.
Same. Lost a lovely cat yesterday morning. Tough go.
Everything you say is so true, my cat found me and I found him . I am a loner due to my past and do not trust people so I spent many days , years in silence with my beautiful little baby TJ, he knew when I was sad and always came to me and sat with me. TJ raised his little head ,looked at me and took is last breath . My heart is broken and broken it will remain.
I lost my Oscar today. Your post made me cry. I'm so sorry for your loss of your beautiful TJ.
My cat just passed away today. He was 15.5 years old. I feel like I lost my baby. I know he will be chasing all the mice up in heaven, and I can't wait to see him again.
if heaven does exist i don't think God would allow your cat to kill and eat mices
Mine died a few days ago. He was 15 too. I have never felt such loss.
RIP morrissey. He’s been on an incredible journey with you,Russell.
...this gives me a memory of when my bipolar self medicating mum, when her dog was let out by a tradesman's mistake of not latching the gate. It destroyed her universe. Sent her into such a grieving that it stuck her in a time period where she never really came back from. I remember that I said...it's just a dog 😓...well I know now it's not just a dog, it was her universe, her best friend, her everything...I get it Russell. The dog represented her greatest love of a being that trusted her, was the most loyal, the most loving...a being that had a higher vibration in this world of confusion, chronic medical madness and rejection from other humans.
I have a companion animal now. Her name is princess and she is my world. She is not just a dog...🐕
I used to make fun of my neighbours for having framed photos of their cats and now nearly every photo I take is of my beloved bichon frises xx
@@delightfullydotty7130 So true.
Sorry to hear that about such a terrible time for you all. My cat's my life also x
You just gave a description my son would relate to.
u can get another dog..
My cat Steve 10 years was just diagnosed with cancer with leukemia. They gave him 4 months with the option of euthanasia to ease his suffering. I am beside myself I have not stopped crying and never experienced this much pain besides the passing of my dog in 2013. I remember my cats whole life all of interactions it didn't matter what was going in my day he always made it better. I love him so much. Thank you for this video I hope you fine peace as well.
Sorry to hear of Steve’s diagnosis. Sending all of you lots of love to help you through this experience. Xx
I hope Steve’s passing was gentle, for both of you. ❤
Animals are more important to us because they're more honest. They don't lie to us. So their loss is incredibly deep. Because we are creatures of Truth and love. I'm sorry for your loss.
Christine Inman how ridiculous lol
The don’t lie to us because they don’t speak but they would eat you if you died first... to think they are ‘more important than people’... the nonsense people say hoping it seems meaningful
You're a gd fool
mike c not that ridiculous really, what she said was factual, you can’t argue with facts.
every creature can either get along or be aggressive to others. i'm a dogwalker, and some dogs are friendly and some are very aggressive and some are even manipulative. same as in humans. don't vilify human beings, for it's they're the same as dogs - if they have traumatic upbringing, they become monsters.
Bro, I lost my 16 year old cat Brody a few years ago. One of the deepest connections i've felt to another living being, either human or non human. I will always remember him and always love him
Lost mine too today he was 16 years olds was with me all my life, I’m sorry for you’re loss ✊🏽❤️
@@kodape1 lost my cat Fudge on Monday, she was 15 years old, had her all my life too, I still can’t believe it. I’m so sorry for your loss and I hope you’re doing okay ❤️
Unfortunately, my cat passed this afternoon of similar conditions. Your story reminds me a lot of what we went through. My cat and I travelled a lot; him developing the ability to adapt to several different apartments/locations. No matter where we ended up, or what we ended up doing, he was always full of light and love - and for that, I am eternally grateful.
I will miss him so very much.
My beautiful best friend passed this week, far to soon. My heart is broke, the memories of her keep flooding me with grief. I have no more words.............
When I was born my parents had this cat already for a year. So I literally grew up with him, we shared bed and cuddles from our parents. He was my brother.
My dad, 17ish years later, found two kittens in the rain, and brought them home. So now we have 3 cats, a really old and tired one and two little devils playing all around him.
Couples years passed and my brother got really really sick. My mom called the vet, and I remember that afternoon, crying as hell, hugging him, tell him to go away, to run.
We buried him, and we buried next to him, in the years, one of the kittens and another one that we got later, they got hit by a car. All the family devastated by that.
Last year the last survivor got worse and worse, I was away for work but I could get home and see him for a last hug.
He died in my arms the day after, I was in tears, again, for days.
While I'm digging his grave, crying, I tell my parents, around me in grief: "This is the first time that I'm not living with a cat."
That resonated strongly, so my mom, couple months after, surprised me with a kitten, a female, who was kept not so good by her old owner.
Little we knew, shs was pregnant.
She gave birth to 4 little kittens in front of my eyes and those of my dog, we were watching curios, frightened and amazed.
We gave 3 to a couple of friends and kept one.
I'm living with cats, again. And I always will.
I don't know if someone's ever gonna read this, but it was good paying tribute to the great relationships I've had, we all have and had, with cats.
I'm really sorry for your loss, Russel. A huge hug.
such a beautiful moving story, thanks for sharing
Bagigian so sorry for your loss, they are family and it does hurt when they are gone💞
I read it, and payed tribute with tears to your losses and mine, and smiled with fellow happiness at “I’m living with cats, again. and I always will”. ❤️
I have had 3 cats in my life. And I don't want anymore due to the fact that I suffer too much when they are ill and pass away.
@@SoniaRossi72 That is kind of where I'm at Sonia R. Here's a prayer that we both get to the point where we can embrace the love again. A friend who experienced the deaths of several beloved dogs in his lifetime, always gave himself time to grieve between pets. This past time, he brought a puppy home before the older dog shuffled off this mortal coil, and while he still grieved for the older dog, it was much easier to embrace the distracting antics of the new pup. Maybe that is the answer with cats too?
I still cry about the loss of my cat and it's been almost a year. It was very unexpected and it hurts so badly.
@Anne Shirley thank you so much
@@psy-ryn yes they do. I'm so sorry for your loss
@skye awe I love that. I really hope he is. I haven't felt him but I feel like I see him out of the corner of my eye sometimes. It's crazy bc my other cat totally turned into the cat I lost. All of a sudden he was doing the things that Milo would do/act. It still amazes me to this day.
@skye and I'm sorry for your loss
Pearl was my cat. I had grown up in a household that had family pets but Pearl who came into my life when I was 42 years old was mine. My one and only. We lived together for 19 years. I know and feel fully what Russell was speaking of. I do believe living with Pearl made me a better human.
I believe we may see our beautiful Pearls again. Our Rex’s, our Winston’s, our Bella’s! My fur babies are Sherman, Coco (both elderly Staffordshire Bull terriers), and kitty, and Mickey (both elderly cats)! I live with epilepsy, and my beautiful animals are my best friends. I dread the day I lose them. They never judge me, and know when I’ve had it rough. I have given them all a great life, and they gave me a loyalty that is unsurpassed. I owe them.
I hope the pain has lessened for you. No doubt you will never forget Pearl. I do hope she is frolicking with other much loved creatures over the rainbow bridge! ❤
My cat died today. He was so young and full of energy, he had just 1 year and 7 months. He was my company throughout this pandemic 😢 he was so smart, with so much personality... I have never seen a cat so lovely. He was sick yesterday and died this morning... it was so fast... And today (10/14) is also my birthday...
My mom is devastated, so I had to be strong. But now, alone, I cried so much remembering him and trying to understand the reasons he went away so soon.... He was like an angel, that come to cheer up me and my mom, and everyone that knew him, in these difficult times... I hope he is in a good place now. I love you so much my little friend 🐈💓
I’m so very sorry.
Wow im truly sorry I lost mines at around 3 years old on march 25 he passed on im still hurting
I'm so sorry.
May I ask why he died so early? My cat just got diagnosed CHF at the age of 4 and I just can’t wrap my head around why or how this happened… she was so young and full of life a couple weeks ago and now she’s on her deathbed 😭
@@jimmycha9965 Very sorry. Keep your head up.
I've buried my beloved cat Janis yesterday, and the pain I'm in is beyond words, beyond imagination, beyond understanding. I didn't suspect that the loss of such a tiny little thing could have had such a massive impact in my life, but, since I've learnt about her cancer, I figured that accepting her parting was going to be much harder than I would ever have thought. I don't understand my house without her now; my window where she would spend most of the day watching and chasing the birds; I cannot even look at that window now, I can't hear the birds now. I don't understand my life without her now. I'm grieving beyond belief. I don't want to do anything, but cry and cry and cry. I just miss her so much. She's been my best mate for the last 13 years. It's too sad to let her go. I know I'm saying stupid shit. I can't explain myself better right now. I guess I just want to express that these creatures are more magical and cosmical than what we even realize.
I had to put my cat to sleep today who also had cancer and who also was 13 years old.. I felt less alone after reading your comment. I’m going to sleep soon, and I find it scary to face the reality that will hit me when I wake up (if another day is promised ofc). Stay strong 💪🏻
@@jassj4859 You too... These little creatures have such an enormous impact in our lives! We really have to take more seriously the role that non-human animals play and what is our attitude towards them. A big hug for you
It’s okay. I had to put my baby boy Timmy down. He was 20 years old.. he had chronic kidney disease. He took a piece of my heart with him.
He slept peacefully on 01/02/21 and it gets better little by little. But here I am trapped into watching UA-cam videos to try to understand I’m not the only one going through this pain.
It’s unimaginable and don’t say you’re saying stupid shit. I couldn’t even look at tuna fish cans lol Timmy loved his tuna. But just try to think, we give them the best life we can, we make them happy and no matter what we had to do, we don’t let them suffer. It’s sad to think about, but Timmy was only 3.3 lbs when I had to get him euthanized. He was losing weight rapidly. Didn’t cry, meow or nothing. His stubborn self wanted to die in his home with his family while silently suffering. I love him more than anything and I had to accept that it was best he didn’t suffer.
He died peacefully in my arms, around his family, and I wouldn’t have had it any other way.
@@platinumheart_ So powerful. My little Janis died at home too! I would have never had taken her to a cold vet place to put her down. Peacefully at home, in silence, with only the sounds of the birds that she loved to watch all day so much, and hearing me whisper good wishes for her trip to her ear. What amazing creatures cats (and all animals) are. It's so mysterious... and so clear at the same time. We have so much to learn from them. Sending you an overseas ton of love!... Long live Timmy and Janis. They're with us forever! They are part of the air and the clouds now.
Not stupid shit at all. You expressed things perfectly that I find hard to put into words. When you said you don't understand your house and about not being able to look at the window where she sat I know exactly what you mean. Everything seems so strange and empty and unfamiliar. I lost my cat Hobo 2 days ago. He was my best friend. The sorrow is overwhelming.
This is the best description of all the feelings of losing a pet that I have heard. I lost my 12-year-old dog just a few months ago and I wailed And cried for weeks like I had never done for any human. He understood me and loved me more than any human I know. He was an angel without wings and sent from God To protect me and love me when no one was around.
I can't watch this right now. Similar situation going on. I will later. I just wanted to send a prayer of love and healing. And my sincere sympathy.
Don’t die brother
same here...
My cat Timmy died exactly one week ago, I’m struggling
Same here. I'm struggling with my 17 year old Siamese with health issues.
@@ravenreignn I'm so sorry. The loss of an animal is very profound.
I've probably watched this video 15 times by now and will probably watch it more because it's helping.......I have to put my 15 year old cat Oscar down tomorrow morning. It's going to be a long night tonight for me. I know I'm doing what is best for him but the pain is excruciating. This video was beautiful and will help me get through the night. Oscar got me through 3 moves to different places and also my brother's death last year. Someone told me once, "We may not have them with us for our lifetime, but at least we could be there for theirs". I'm glad I got to be with this wonderful boy for as long as I have.
Having pets my entire life, I have lost many. I always swear that I will never get another one, the heart break is too much. But , before I know what happens another one walks into my life. I can’t seem to live without them! My present dog and cat are my heart. I believe we will reunite with our beloved furry family members one day. Russell, this is simply a temporary separation from your sweet cat, but I am very sorry for your sad state of heart at this time. 😘
Sometimes they even reincarnate and find us again.
This comment gave me so much more reassurance and strength to carry on. Knowing that I can love another feline and apply some more of the lessons my beloved Hunter showed me is the best promise in my tomorrow I needed. Thank you.
My heart goes out to anyone that also has recently lost their beloved cats. There is so much love for us all.
Some good posts on this clip but I love yours the most , am also suffering right now even to the extent of wishing to go with my cat but I know I have to wait till the time comes
My cat just passed yesterday. He was with me since i was 10. Im 24 now. Its truly devastating. Rest in Peace Richie, i will love you forever ❤️
I am so sorry for your loss, my cat passed on June 30 2023, at the age of 16. my cat died peacefully on my lap, i hope he goes on the rainbow bridge.
@@EpicGamer2000-w1s he goes im sure about it ❤🌈 my "çingen" too
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Watching this as I get ready to leave the house to bring my kitty to the vet. I’m really devastated I’ve had her for 14 years and saying goodbye is the hardest most tragic thing but I can’t let her suffer. Thank you for this video. 💔❤️
So sorry to hear about this Russell. May Morrissey rest in peace
I lost my cat two days ago due to lung cancer. I had to put him to sleep because watching him in pain was unbearable. Going through various therapy procedures , vet checks for more than two weeks and sleepless nights brought me to exhaustion. There is a deep trauma while observing your best friend slowly dying and being unable to help. A feeling of helplessness and despair that is eating me alive. Observing the comment section, I have noticed that many cat owners share similar feelings, which is helping me a lot to go through my sadness. It is very interesting to mention that I did not know how much I loved and cared for him before he passed away. Going back from work straight home to feed him or leaving earlier from night parties was a normal thing to do. Not mentioning planning my trips so I would not have to leave him too long at cats’ hotel although sometimes I had to. The strange thing is that I feel like I could do more for him. Maybe I have this feeling because I truly cared and loved him. Dear Devon, my love, my friend, my angel rest in peace. I could never imagine that losing him will be so hard.
We all feel like we could have done more. That is a natural guilt complex that kicks in. The same goes when humans die. We want to make sure, we said " I love you " for that last time. We just need to let go. They are free now and the best we can do is to send them love, not grief, or regrets. Just loving thoughts.
The death of my dogs was much worse for me than the death of my father. animals have been much better to me than humans so it’s all relative.
Didn't you like your father very much?
I feel the same about my cat that just passed vs my mother that passed
@Andromeda Skywalker shut the fuck up
@Andromeda Skywalker let’s say their father was horrible to them. Would you genuinely tell them that they should feel bad about not loving their father over a creature that gave them unconditional love every time they were with them? No you wouldn’t. So don’t be not only an asshole but an idiot too.
@Andromeda Skywalker lmao I do love him though
My cat Chloe is 19 years old.. she’s my first and only ever pet. She is on a slow steady decline, and this was very moving. I try to prepare for it as much as possible
Information are we fill reality, always to meet destined are we.
How is she now?
My cat died yesterday he was only 4
@@CalebSussy I am so sorry for your loss.. My cat died last week on a sunday. The pain is indescribable
@@jassj4859 she’s actually still Goood! Gained some weight and moved into an apartment that has a sunny balcony for her to lay on :) thanks for asking
I lost my cat about 15 years ago. He still pops up in my dreams from time to time.
Thank you so much for doing this. I just lost my dog and no one warned me how intense this was. I lost my best friend in high school and it didn't even begin to feel like this. As much joy as my dog brought to my life, it left a hole double the size in my heart.
At 72, I have lost family and friends. Never before had I experienced the deep, deep, grief when my 1 year old cat Reb was hit and left mangled by a car on the road in front of my house. I wept off and on for a couple of months. He was an amazing little buddy...a kindred spirit>
Per Nielsen 💔🙏🏾
So sorry.
mike boultinghouse you’re a prick.
@mike boultinghouse Is a rock a sentient being?
@mike boultinghouse I've always been a big fan of sarcastic remarks when they are appropriate. FYI my response to your "pet rock" was sarcasm.
Poor kitty. He was a lucky cat though - nice comfy home and a friend who truly loved him. R. I. P. Morrissey.
Every ending is just a new beginning
Yeah it really hurts to lose a pet they truly become part of you
Lost my cat of almost 20 years. Sad, but he lived a great life full of fun, joy and love. Either we die young or old age will finish us off. I feel blessed for all the beautiful moments I shared with him right to the very end. For me it was a wake up call, a remainder that our time is running out and we should cherish the time that we have on this earth.
Had to say goodbye to my soul animal a week ago. My Phoebe will be intensely missed every day of my existence. The pain is so severe, because the love is so immense. This helped so much. Thank you, Russel.
sending my love to Phoebe's soul ❤
Thoughts are with you, our cats are as much a part of our family as any of us. Sorry to hear of your loss
Pets are an extremely profound loss. I've lost relatives in my teens but the recent loss/release of my first pet or as I called her (dog-hter) changed me spiritually. The bond between people and their pets is enhanced by the release of oxytocin. Truly, the love we feel for our fur-babies is unlike the love felt for anyone else.
I couldn't have said it better. I'm not going into detail but you have just expressed what I've been trying to since I lost my dog Kashmir, aged 4, 4 years ago. Thank you xxx
No my family is much more important than a cat.
Losing my cat Honey has traumatised me. It was very painful💔😭
FRANCES B.; Lovely comment. Really lovely . After 9 years I never got another dog. I had a cat for two years and he just caught me off guard with me ending up rescuing n keeping him. Sadly old age...as he was old n nobody seemed to care for him. He came to me n one day I let him in...OK it was the second day (I'm a sucker) and I got him treated n he was OK for couple of years n hilariously funny.
I was like a child crying in vets that day.
With my dog...vet came to my home and as IUD slept beside him for two nights...on a quilt on the ground..his look told me..as many friends did....time to give him his wings.
I understood but .....
Sorry Frances. I know...
I'm so sad for you Russell - those who love animals understand it is a love like no other -
they give purely and unconditionally- and we are so fortunate for it-
☺ those of us that know that love are blessed. Everyone is better for it.
Lost mine 2 months ago... After going missing the 1st day I already knew something happened to him. Didn't find him until 3 days later in a vet, it was hit by a car and some neighbours took him to the vet. The sound of my crying after I hung the call and breaking down on the floor was as shocking for me as it was for you.
The unconditional love and the soul to soul connection is what makes them so special, and I believe that precisely due to the lack of language, we have to communicate and connect the other only way we can, with our hearts and souls. I miss you my earthly angel, at least now you are with me in Spirit. But being 44 years old and having gone through death and grieving of many relatives and friends in my years, this has been the one breaking me up completely
I had to say good bye to my little friend shortly after Christmas. The pain I feel is beyond description.
God bless cats and the people that love them.
Amen.
I’m so sorry for Russell and everyone in the comments grieving the loss of a fur baby. Sending you all wishes of comfort 💗
@toilet paper You worry about really trivial things. Maybe Kate is sorry. Maybe she's not. Regardless, what's it to you? Get a hobby.
@toilet paper I feel the sadness for the loss of any animal simply because I feel that I have more of an spiritual connection to the natural world (and by extension animals) than a lot of people do. Certain people are able to empathize more with the loss of another person's pet because they have bonded with their own animals and thus can feel sadness or compassion for the feelings of others who have lost their pets. Your initial question, although I assume you meant to be though provoking, came across as being mocking and tone deaf. It doesn't really matter if Kate Lilo actually FEELS sorrow for the loss of Russell Brand's cat. The fact that she's showing respect and empathy toward fellow animal lover Russell Brand's feelings for his loss is the point. To be honest, I don't think you're alone in your feelings. Some people view animals as friends and family members, while others simply view them as being like furniture... just part of the scenery. BTW, I am NOT blonde.
Russelllll, nooooooooooo. I miss my little bean every day, sending love. I don't care if you're a celebrity or someone I will never know of or my best friend. When your pet dies, I send you love.
I lost my tuxedo cat Lollipop last week. We had her for over 19 years. I couldn’t make that phone call as she was too far beyond emaciated and dehydrated-I feared it would be torture to find a vein. I kept her comfortable at home - home is where she wanted to be. Less stress.
We adopted her from the local SPCA shortly after my beloved grandmother died back in 2003. She gave us so much joy and comfort over the years. I’m so thankful for being to have her for so long. Nevertheless, my heart is shattered and I miss her terribly as much as I still miss my mère 💔Grief is the price we pay for love ❤️
I'm so sorry for your loss, Russell. Pets become family members. When they die, we are losing a family member.
I'm a 38 year old married man and we just lost our little cat Florence yesterday after a short and unexpected illness. We have been a couple for 12 years and for 11 years Florence was with us on our journey moving homes but we always felt we had so much more life to share with her.
I never knew I could feel so much pain and sadness and never cried so much in my life, I've learned in my life to choke my fear and sadness down but this has been overwhelming but this video means so much to me, it's good to hear someone else vocalise how we feel as well as the other heartfelt messages and replies on here, I hope it got better for you all x
i hope you're feeling better
@@demounit thank you, we got 2 little kittens to love and care for
@@JayJayKayTV that's so good man. it's been 2 days now since we lost our cat. still too early for new ones I think, but I'm so excited to care and love new cats.
i read this emotional comment and i feel for u guys so sorry it happen 😢
Sorry to hear. People who have no pets or don't like animals don't understand that it's more than a pet, it's a member of family.
My cat died a day before Mother’s Day this year, and it felt like my heart was ripped out of my body. It hurt so much psychologically that it felt like I had been hit by a car.
Sounds about right. My dear kitty passed 6 nights ago. Never have felt such pain. I keep expecting to see her in all the ways that had become routine to my nervous system. Each time, many times a day, I'm again reminded that I will never see her again. Well, I believe I will see her again in Heaven with the Lord Jesus. But I'm not seeing her now and man, it hurts so much. But I am so grateful for the 19 years of joy and love that we did have with her. Blessings to everyone.
This is so eloquent…my cat died yesterday of renal failure as well. I’m devastated, I’m letting myself feel it. I’m empty, it was so sudden. I loved him so much! I found him completely by accident when I was 19 after escaping a troubled home. He was so very sweet and gentle. He meant so much to me. Thankfully I didn’t have to make any hard decisions, though I was prepared to if he was suffering to much or too long, he passed within a couple days of falling severely ill from anemia and kidney failure. I am almost thankful but also guilty I didn’t know of his disease because the burden of having to make treatment decisions and put him through surgeries. He was 11 and a half years old, I took care of him the best I could with what I had feeding him the best quality grain free wet food to support his health
Lost my dog two days ago and can't believe the pain. Loved her so much. RIP Lucy.
Perhaps no cat has ever received such a numinous stream of consciousness to honour it's life cycle. In fact I wonder if Morrisey is now a Sphynx somewhere, a God Cat. Absolutely beautiful.
"A dog has died" by Pablo Neruda expresses the connection felt through pets. Don't mean to be dismissive. Am sharing a favourite poet's words. Loss is a private and deeply personal experience.
I love this.
Hi Dan, I was thinking along the lines of the much loved cat finding a form of consciousness that could be with Russell again.
@@medicalinterest9091 soothing.
@@chriscunningham8807 no dismissal experienced. I'll check the poem out. Thanks.
When he was talking about the cat's final gesture of friendship, that made me cry.
Me too 😢
Same 😢
I am joining this club
me too... ugh 💞💞💞
My dog passed away this morning and I’m really going through it. I’m thankful to hear you talk about your experience as it seems to help me, knowing we all go through it. Much love Russel you’re a true gem