Our hearts to out to all three of you. I still remember watching the Sagan vlogs from my bed, back when my bed was across from the computer. Time sure is funky these days. Anyway, hang in there
Coming in from Patronland to just let everyone know as of the day this released Kepler IS still around. The details surrounding everything will obviously come out in the coming days Vlogs. Thank you to everyone for keeping Stephen, Mal and Keppy in your thoughts💚💙
If you aren’t a Patron, I’ll say that Stephen was very close to breaking at many points in the April Patreon video. And it’s absolutely understandable and not at all a sign of weakness. He loves his little buddy so much. If this can lighten the mood, Keppy was around during the video (off-screen), but about halfway in or so he, still heavily medicated/drugged, went over to his water dish, and nearly fell in trying to get a drink. Even following a near-death experience, Keppy still manages to be himself. Even more positively, Mal has noted that Keppy has been doing far better than the vets expected this past week and a half, which is incredible. He is absolutely a fighter and a lover. ❤
Oh, completely understandable. I ain't about to judge him. Keppy is a delight just to see in these videos. To actually know him can only be far more of a delight. And to come so close to so suddenly losing someone in one's life who is like that... it'd break anyone. Several years back, our old golden retriever was, well, on his last legs. We knew we'd have to have him put to sleep in like a week. Or at least that was the plan. Just a few days later, my brother left me a voicemail while I was at work, and I learned during my lunch break that he had to be put down that day, he had gotten worse than we figured. I didn't break down and cry, but I think the only reason I didn't is because I had already started trying to mentally prepare for this. I wasn't as prepared as I'd have liked, of course, but even if I was it would only have softened the blow so much. Like, if that had been _completely_ out of the blue, I don't think I'd have been OK at all.
I am REALLY glad you said this. I just lost a good friend who was only in her 40s, and then today my best friend is facing something similar with a pet where his dog, who isn't that old, seems suddenly in decline. Hearing Keppy is having such a major issue and seeing Stephen like this without Mal there, it's just too much all at once.
I am a vet: when you see your pet breathing the way Kepler was doing, with the thorax and abdomen raising at different times instead of together as the air goes into the lungs, DO NOT WAIT, go to the vet. Stephen's instincts were right and I'm very glad that Kep made it home, but sadly not all owners realise how quickly you need to act until it's too late. Stephen and Mal, my heart goes to you and it pains me to see how traumatised you are from Sagan's passing. We try our best as vets to soften the blow but there's not much we can actually do to spare the owners the pain of losing a family member.
I appreciate this insight, thank you. Just wondering, this advice probably applies to dogs as well, right? My dog is 15 so we always get worried about things but, perhaps naively, my first thoughts are always 'well hey, maybe he just needs to rest or he ate something bad' etc, partially because we've had a few false alarms of a similar nature. So I started to feel guilty watching this vlog because I feel like I might have been dumb enough to wait if it was me in Stephen's position. And, to Stephen, if it helps, I know this vlog would have been difficult to record but I think it's given me a wake up call, so at least it's had a positive effect because I'll make sure I won't think twice now. It's just that, as Stephen said, the emergency care fees can be brutal and we've often paid that only for them to say 'it's nothing, just let him rest or come back in a few days if it hasn't improved'. But saying that out loud, I feel silly for even thinking about the money. I think it's partially also my own fear/anxiety of medical emergencies, so I tend to just do nothing and hope nature heals all, both with personal and pet care. But it probably isn't smart. I'm glad I'm having this conscious realisation now before anything bad happens.
@@NUFCSuraj yes, it does, but dogs rarely develop pleural effusion due to heart failure, they tend to develop pulmonary (lung) edema, so if the respiratory rate is high (over 40 breaths per minute resting), the mucous membranes (gums, conjunctiva, etc.) appear blueish and the dog seems to be struggling to breathe, it's an emergency and you need to run to the vet. I've seen dogs with pleural effusion after traumas, like car accidents, so that kind of breathing can happen in dogs as well.
i feared the worst when i saw the title and thumbnail but quickly realised the video wasnt titled "Kepler" and immediately felt better, so thank you for establishing that naming convention. im keeping keppy in my heart ♥
"He's not gone." I lost it here. I absolutely understand the trauma of returning to a similar place (or the same) where you lost a loved one. I was there recently with my nan. For a time, she was even in the exact same room at the palliative care unit where my Dad passed away late 2018. It was so hard just to go visit her, not just because of Dad, but because she was there _for the exact same reason he was_ . I get it. And it really, really sucks. On another note, these unfortunate circumstances are such private and intimate moments, and I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for still sharing it with your audience. I know that the vlogs after Sagan passed helped many people to get through their own grief of having lost a loved one, pet or otherwise. And I'm sure that this can help someone as well. But goddamnit does it suck that it _is_ happening to you. Especially when Mal is away in Florida. I know there's probably a lot of guilt felt in the both of you and other feelings that humans just feel because that's how we work, and it's easy for others to say "you shouldn't feel that way". Sure, but that's easier said than done. I'm just here to offer the biggest virtual hug I can muster. I know that this was a while ago now, but it sure can't be easy to go through this again while editing. So take all the time you need, and know that our thoughts are with you.
11:05 Stephen Hun, trauma can come back and knock you right on your butt at any time due to triggers you can't control. You having to bring Keppy in because of a sudden decline is a really big freaking trigger you can't control. You did great in handling it, lovely. I have dealt with trauma for my entire life so I get it. Just know me and Lancelot (my lil deaf white haired fur baby) send you all the love we can give.
I am so sorry Stephen. I don't watch the vlogs like I used to, but if I see something in the title is concerning I will check. I still care about u and the whole community. We are all here for u and Mal. Big hugs Stephen
I have never, in my life, felt more relief and anxiety at the exact same time, than when Stephen came on saying "He's not gone." I'm so happy he's okay. Edit: "We lost Sagan very suddenly, and it feels like, to an extent, I'm losing Kepler very suddenly too." That broke me. I'm so sorry.
My heart sank and I immediately went to twitch to get more up to date information and saw Kepler in breakfast stream from yesterday. I think I'm gonna go hug my cat to calm down from that scare.
Its so crazy, now I get why he posted in the community earlier this week being a crazy 2024, and why this feels like its been a year long ride. Did not expect Keppy to be the tipping point of all of everything up to this point. Granted, Keppy is closing in on being 12, which still is young despite this, and of course Rocco being close to 19 now, and only just over 4 years removed from Segan. I can understand why this has been what feels like a long year only 3 full months in. Then to find out Keppy can have up to 2 years if he fully recovers from this fluid build up and heart failure. I mean if that is the eventual prognosis, I would gladly enjoy the remaing time he does have with yall. As you elequently put it Stephen, this is how life goes. And its true. We dont know what life will toss us until it does. What I do take to heart with Keppy however, is the fact even though Keppy was the kitty that had health problems from the onset, he has lived a full and relatively healthy life, and I realize saying this, this doesn't help any, but it does bring the fact he has done better than what was expected. I pray that Kepler is able to overcome and surpass what the vets gave as a prognosis and that he lives for several more years, and that yall get through this definte rough 2024 so far into hopefully, a strong finish to the year, peacefully and healthy 🙏🙏😇😇
my heart sank so fast when I saw the title and definitely broke when I saw the thumbnail. Holy shit. I am glad the comments below are saying that he is doing a bit better. This must have been so horrible. And I totally get the whole "coming to the place where you had to say goodbye and feeling uneasy." My mum was in the same vet room where she had to say goodbye to her dog when I take my own dog to get a check up. Same. Damn. Room. Everytime, she just quietly utters "...I hate this room."
Jesus this is rough and raw to watch. I’m so sorry this happened to you when Mal was away. It’s so hard to handle sick pets, and to do it on your own is impossibly difficult. I’ve been where you’ve been. I don’t know how this ends, but my thoughts are with you both.
It's rough having such a scare like this. Breakfast stream tells us how this turns out but it's just so emotional in the moment. Brings back memories of my own pets that have long since passed away.
Thank you everyone in the comments coming in from patreon for letting people know ❤️❤️ I’m so sorry to hear about kep! Heart failure is never fun or easy to deal with especially with animals 💔 Thank you for sharing this vulnerability as it shows a lot of trust with your community ❤ Sending all the love and support for your family as a fellow cat parent
Stephen and mal you both are amazing people and i hope you two know how much your comunity loves you and hope for keppy's recovery, Stay strong you two ❤
As someone who had to lose one of his furbabies this year due to Kidney Failure. We tried our hardest to do the best for him. They said at best he would have a year. We got a little over a month. It's never easy or something you can be prepared for. I lost my youngest baby who wasn't even two years from the same disease. Just know that they are loved and you gave them the best life they could ever ask for and when that time comes be there for them. I'm sorry you're going through this.
Good vibes for all of you, especially Kep. Knowing this vlog was coming and seeing him on stream since didn’t make it easier to watch. Lots of love! ❤❤❤
You can really tell how heavy this moment is, when you already know Kepler is alright, cause you saw him *yesterday* at Friday stream, and you STILL FEEL RELIEVED when Stephen says "he's not gone". His labored breathing a couple of moments prior also filled me with immense amounts of dread. I've watched a lot of these videos and streams. I'm used to hearing this cat, I know what he sounds like. *THAT IS NOT A SOUND THIS CAT MAKES.*
I have to keep telling myself that watching last night stream that keppy is still here now (april 13th) and that mal made it home and at least didn’t miss keppy passing. It’s heartbreaking to even think of the possibility of Mal not being there.
It's so hard to watch 😢❤ my heart breaks for you all. My kitty was also hard of breathing, but i caught it too late. I'm praying and keeping Keppy in my thoughts ❤
I’m sorry to hear you guys have to live through this, this is the absolute worst time in an animal lovers life, im sending both of you my full love and air hugs
You and Mal have a whole army behind you, and Kep too ❤️❤️😍. We’re ALL pulling for Kep. I’m half cat, I get it. All my deepest heartfelt wishes to you all.❤️❤️
Oh no, poor Keppy! All well wishes to him all you and Mal as well. It's hard seeing someone close to you being in pain, especially when it comes to pets.
Stephen I'm so sorry for you and Mal... Kepler means everything to you guys and this news is just too much for anyone to bear... I just went through the news at the beginning of April that my grandfather has congestive heart failure too. Three of his four major arteries are almost completely blocked and because of his age (he's 92) they can't operate on him to get rid of hardened calcium in his arteries so there really isn't anything anyone can do except give him medication to help him live longer. I'm so sorry you are having to go through this pain too... Good vibes to your family. We love you Stephen and Mal.
I'm so sorry that this is happening to you. I really wish you both well during this trying time, and send my hope and love your way because you need it. Be safe, stay strong.
You had an amazing pair of cats, took care of them, looked after them and loved them each day. You're amazing parents and amazing people with true hearts of gold.
I’m so sorry I lost my cat at 15 over a year ago to a massive heart attack in his sleep and I hated that I didn’t get to say goodbye. Lost my dog two months ago suddenly to very aggressive stomach cancer at 9 but at least I got a week to say bye and take him to some of his favorite places. It still hurts and I miss them so much. Like your cats these are the first animals my husband and I got together. They mean the world to me. I glad your boys have been so loved and happy. Thinking of you guy❤️
I am so, so incredibly sorry, Stephen. My heart dropped when this video showed up in my feed, I feel so deeply for you knowing you had to go through this after Sagan and without Mal. I've missed recent streams but I'm glad to hear that Kepler is still alive and well - over the past few years I've had several similar pet emergencies, one dog with kidney and liver failure simultaneously in 2022 and the other more recently with GDV this past fall, and that clip in the car was so familiar and hard to watch. Both had very poor prognoses especially as seniors, but against all odds they're still with us and somehow more like puppies than ever at 16 years young - so I do want to say there is hope. All my love goes out to you and Mal, and Keppy too, what a fighter. I hope he continues to surprise the vets and you have much more time with him. ❤
We lost our larger rabbit, Creamsicle, towards the end of February. She had a non-cancerous abscess, and since rabbits mask illness, we weren't able to catch it until late. She just wasn't able to handle the surgery and had heart failure just as the surgery started. She recovered a little over a few days, but eventually she went septic as we knew she would hours after we'd made the decision to out her down since she was in decline. My parents and brother went up to say goodbye (I had a feeling and said goodbye when we first went down to K-State) and that was that. But the vets all said we did the right thing when most people would have just given up, essentially. Then Theo had GI stasis, so that was rough, but he's bouncing around like nothing ever happened.
Oh God Stephen. I checked in because of the title and I am so sorry you’re going through this. It’s always so hard when our furry buddies are sick, especially to this extent. They’re part of our family. I completely understand where you’re coming from - I’ve been there too many times. Please give Kepler a big hug from me and know I am keeping you all in my thoughts. ❤ I’m gonna go give my Lilith a hug now.
I appreciate you being so candid in your grief. This stuff is hard and when it hits you it hits you. Kep was a good buddy and its hard to go through that. I lost it a couple days before this vlog I clocked out of work and got the message my grandpa had passed. And I was a wreck it took me half an hour to become coherent enough to drive. Watching this made me tear up I'm so sorry Stephen and Mal. No matter who it is it's so hard but it's especially rough when it's family.
Dealing with situations like these are some of the hardest things a person can go through. So sorry to hear about Keppy. We are all here for you and Mal
Saw the title and wasn't sure if it was going to Kep or a family member. Then got to the heart of it and it was... whoa... pretty rough. I'm glad to see evidence that what they did helped and as of this being posted, he's still here. The trauma is definitely relatable- my sister lost her rabbit a year or so after I lost mine (2002 and 2003, I think) and when we were back in that vet's office, it was really hard. Both passings came out of nowhere and sudden.
@@brolytriplethreat I didn’t know if it was going to be Stephen or Kepler at first. Because on Thursday’s Breakfast Stream Stephen wasn’t there because he had to go to the Doctors for his heart I think I remember Mal saying.
I...actually had to stop when you were in the vet office, cause I could very easily tell what was about to say due to the vlog name and the description...I"m so sorry for what happened, Stephen...It sucks to lose such a loved member...
Kepler is thankfully still around. At the very least we saw him on stream last night. The vet said Keppy likely won't last more than a year though. Two years max.
Sending prayers and good vibes to you Mal and Keppy, here's to a speady recovery for the boy and may he beat the odds and live a very long happy life. When I saw the title and briefly scanned the comments I got so scared, I had to remind myself multiple times that this was a week ago and I saw y'all yesterday during zelda so it turned out alright.
All the best vibes for all of you, but Kepler especially. I'm so glad he pulled through, and I hope we get to keep him around for as long as possible. 💙
Stephen, I wish the best toward you and Mal, as well as Kepler's continued recovery. I always appreciate the candidness and openness that you demonstrate when you talk about very difficult topics.
I had a bad feeling when I saw the title of the vlog and Stephen crying. Please be OK, Keppy! My thoughts and prayers are with you and Mal, Stephen. #goodvibes
I don't ever comment, but I keep up with the vlogs religiously. I am so sorry for this pain Stephen I know its hard. You and Mal are strong and have a whole community behind you that care and are here for you. Take it easy man!
Though I watched the Patreon video, this was still heartbreaking. It’s hard to see any of you in pain. Love you guys and Keppy. Always sending good vibes. ❤
man, i just can't stand it, crying with you guys as a fellow Animallover hope you can make the best of the time you have left with him, and i'm really sorry for you since considering the things you went through before, wish you guys the best though
This hits super hard, because it sounds very similar to the last days of my cherished Gracie. She also had fluid pressing on her lungs at the end, she was in a pretty bad way. It was only a few days after my nan's funeral that we had to put Gracie to sleep, and it was shattering. It still hurts, remembering holding her paw until the end. Please give all my love to Keppy. I know that you would give the world for that sweet boy. You're a good, loving soul, Stephen.
Was watching a movie when the vlog showed up. I was terribly concerned. Your family cares about what happens to Keppy, too. Am glad to hear he's ok. Terribly positive vibes to both of you, and Keppy. ❤
Prayers out to Keppy. I always try to keep up with the vlogs but I always check in when I see a title like this. So sorry for the emotional roller coaster you are going through.
I’m so sorry to hear about Kepler not doing well in this vlog. At least it seems he’s on the upswing based on the latest Breakfast Stream and Zelda stream. I hope his health continues to improve for the near future. Much love to you, Mal and Keppy! ❤️
Stephen, I had a very similar experience with my new cat. About a month after I got him, he was breathing just like Kepler here at the beginning. "Luckily," he hasn't progressed to the point of heart failure and it's closer to being asthma, but it was made quite clear that it can and probably will progress to heart failure at some unpredictable point in his life. Poor guy's a year old and may already have had his life expectancy slashed in half or more, depending on how it progresses. You're not alone, and despite the fact that I don't watch the vlogs regularly, my thoughts and I'm sure many others' are with you. Anyways, all we can do is take care of them and give them a happy time, no matter how long or short that time may last. It seems like you're doing that, which is all any pet can ask for.
I’m so sorry this happened. My wife and I lost a pet last November and it hit us hard. He is a good cat and I pray he make it through. I know this year has already been quite a year already and I hope it gets better.
Sending well wishes to you, Mal, and Keppy. I don't watch the vlogs often, but when I saw this, I got concerned and had to check in because you guys are wonderful people. I hope everyone is doing well.
Just from the little bit I now know about Sagan, it seems EXACTLY like what I went through with my Sam. He was 7, and the same exact thing happened to him. He seemed fine, then one day he couldn't breathe, I took him in, and they said he should probably be put to sleep. I only had him for 9 months, but he was one of my best friends. It was ABSOLUTELY traumatizing. Then 4 months later I had to put down my childhood best friend Herman. You're NEVER ready to say goodbye whether you see it coming or not. I wish ALL the best ❤ I'm so sorry. I hope he knows how LOVED he is.
My love and prayers go out to you, Mal, and Kepler ❤ I’m glad to hear as of right now that Kepler is okay. Even if I don’t watch as much as I used too, I still care very much for you and your loved ones safety. Wishing you guys all the love ❤
Told my dog I love him and I’ll cherish all the time I can have with him after I finished watching this. Sending love to the Georg household 💚 I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through this!
On April 2nd, my partner and I also took our cat Lily, who is 7, to the emergency room, and we’re dealing with breathing problems (asthma) and a heart murmur. I truly understand what you’re going through. We’re right here with you.
I don't know if I've mentioned this but thank you for all the vlogs you've made of your experience with your cats. I have a happy and healthy 5 year old tuxedo kitty next to me who wouldn't be nearly as obedient and happy as she is if I hadn't learned so much from you 2 over the years. (i knew Nothing about cats before the vlog and she was a stray 5 month old that literally walked into my lap and we could never find her mom) I'm so sorry you are going through this. Lots of tears alongside you, I'm so glad to know you have had more time with Keppy. Lots of love and prayers to you guys
Even knowing that Kepler is safe, the pain and emotion of this moment is heartwrenching. The looming threat of losing a loved one is felt, especially with pets. My heart and prayers go out to both Stephen & Mal as everyone recovers from the scare, and an extra prayer will go to you guys getting to spend as much more possible time as you can with him while he's still around. Know that you are loved and cared for by your family, your friends, and your audience.
Our hearts to out to all three of you. I still remember watching the Sagan vlogs from my bed, back when my bed was across from the computer. Time sure is funky these days. Anyway, hang in there
Coming in from Patronland to just let everyone know as of the day this released Kepler IS still around. The details surrounding everything will obviously come out in the coming days Vlogs. Thank you to everyone for keeping Stephen, Mal and Keppy in your thoughts💚💙
Thank you for the update!
Thank you so much
Thanks for the update
Thank you so much for the update 💕
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for this. I saw the thumbnail and was terrified to watch until I saw this comment.
If you aren’t a Patron, I’ll say that Stephen was very close to breaking at many points in the April Patreon video. And it’s absolutely understandable and not at all a sign of weakness. He loves his little buddy so much.
If this can lighten the mood, Keppy was around during the video (off-screen), but about halfway in or so he, still heavily medicated/drugged, went over to his water dish, and nearly fell in trying to get a drink. Even following a near-death experience, Keppy still manages to be himself.
Even more positively, Mal has noted that Keppy has been doing far better than the vets expected this past week and a half, which is incredible. He is absolutely a fighter and a lover. ❤
Thanks for the update swift I wasn't ready for this vlog and I'm glad you guys on the patreon are here to lighten the blow
Good vibes to everybody
Oh, completely understandable. I ain't about to judge him. Keppy is a delight just to see in these videos. To actually know him can only be far more of a delight. And to come so close to so suddenly losing someone in one's life who is like that... it'd break anyone.
Several years back, our old golden retriever was, well, on his last legs. We knew we'd have to have him put to sleep in like a week. Or at least that was the plan. Just a few days later, my brother left me a voicemail while I was at work, and I learned during my lunch break that he had to be put down that day, he had gotten worse than we figured. I didn't break down and cry, but I think the only reason I didn't is because I had already started trying to mentally prepare for this. I wasn't as prepared as I'd have liked, of course, but even if I was it would only have softened the blow so much. Like, if that had been _completely_ out of the blue, I don't think I'd have been OK at all.
I am REALLY glad you said this. I just lost a good friend who was only in her 40s, and then today my best friend is facing something similar with a pet where his dog, who isn't that old, seems suddenly in decline. Hearing Keppy is having such a major issue and seeing Stephen like this without Mal there, it's just too much all at once.
I am a vet: when you see your pet breathing the way Kepler was doing, with the thorax and abdomen raising at different times instead of together as the air goes into the lungs, DO NOT WAIT, go to the vet. Stephen's instincts were right and I'm very glad that Kep made it home, but sadly not all owners realise how quickly you need to act until it's too late.
Stephen and Mal, my heart goes to you and it pains me to see how traumatised you are from Sagan's passing. We try our best as vets to soften the blow but there's not much we can actually do to spare the owners the pain of losing a family member.
I noticed that with my own cat in Jan took he straight to the Vet but sadly too much fluid had already surounded her lungs and heart.
Mine too, just last year ❤ @@21Hayden12
I appreciate this insight, thank you. Just wondering, this advice probably applies to dogs as well, right? My dog is 15 so we always get worried about things but, perhaps naively, my first thoughts are always 'well hey, maybe he just needs to rest or he ate something bad' etc, partially because we've had a few false alarms of a similar nature. So I started to feel guilty watching this vlog because I feel like I might have been dumb enough to wait if it was me in Stephen's position.
And, to Stephen, if it helps, I know this vlog would have been difficult to record but I think it's given me a wake up call, so at least it's had a positive effect because I'll make sure I won't think twice now. It's just that, as Stephen said, the emergency care fees can be brutal and we've often paid that only for them to say 'it's nothing, just let him rest or come back in a few days if it hasn't improved'. But saying that out loud, I feel silly for even thinking about the money. I think it's partially also my own fear/anxiety of medical emergencies, so I tend to just do nothing and hope nature heals all, both with personal and pet care. But it probably isn't smart. I'm glad I'm having this conscious realisation now before anything bad happens.
@@21Hayden12 I'm so sorry to hear that :(
@@NUFCSuraj yes, it does, but dogs rarely develop pleural effusion due to heart failure, they tend to develop pulmonary (lung) edema, so if the respiratory rate is high (over 40 breaths per minute resting), the mucous membranes (gums, conjunctiva, etc.) appear blueish and the dog seems to be struggling to breathe, it's an emergency and you need to run to the vet.
I've seen dogs with pleural effusion after traumas, like car accidents, so that kind of breathing can happen in dogs as well.
i feared the worst when i saw the title and thumbnail but quickly realised the video wasnt titled "Kepler" and immediately felt better, so thank you for establishing that naming convention. im keeping keppy in my heart ♥
"He's not gone."
I lost it here. I absolutely understand the trauma of returning to a similar place (or the same) where you lost a loved one. I was there recently with my nan. For a time, she was even in the exact same room at the palliative care unit where my Dad passed away late 2018. It was so hard just to go visit her, not just because of Dad, but because she was there _for the exact same reason he was_ . I get it. And it really, really sucks.
On another note, these unfortunate circumstances are such private and intimate moments, and I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for still sharing it with your audience. I know that the vlogs after Sagan passed helped many people to get through their own grief of having lost a loved one, pet or otherwise. And I'm sure that this can help someone as well. But goddamnit does it suck that it _is_ happening to you. Especially when Mal is away in Florida.
I know there's probably a lot of guilt felt in the both of you and other feelings that humans just feel because that's how we work, and it's easy for others to say "you shouldn't feel that way". Sure, but that's easier said than done. I'm just here to offer the biggest virtual hug I can muster. I know that this was a while ago now, but it sure can't be easy to go through this again while editing. So take all the time you need, and know that our thoughts are with you.
Same. I heard "He's not gone" and I felt like I could finally breathe. 😢 My heart breaks for Stephen and Mal. Keppy is a strong boy ❤
11:05 Stephen Hun, trauma can come back and knock you right on your butt at any time due to triggers you can't control. You having to bring Keppy in because of a sudden decline is a really big freaking trigger you can't control. You did great in handling it, lovely. I have dealt with trauma for my entire life so I get it. Just know me and Lancelot (my lil deaf white haired fur baby) send you all the love we can give.
I am so sorry Stephen. I don't watch the vlogs like I used to, but if I see something in the title is concerning I will check. I still care about u and the whole community. We are all here for u and Mal. Big hugs Stephen
He's shown up on streams since then, so at least for now, he's okay. There will be more information in future vlogs.
I have never, in my life, felt more relief and anxiety at the exact same time, than when Stephen came on saying "He's not gone." I'm so happy he's okay.
Edit: "We lost Sagan very suddenly, and it feels like, to an extent, I'm losing Kepler very suddenly too." That broke me. I'm so sorry.
My heart sank and I immediately went to twitch to get more up to date information and saw Kepler in breakfast stream from yesterday. I think I'm gonna go hug my cat to calm down from that scare.
oh thank god. i was really worried when i saw no outro on this video.
@@bluejoseph8873same I do not want to see a video titled Kepler anytime soon
@@XDsymphony Same.
Oh thank you for the update! I was so scared for them!
yeah I just had to go through Thursday's breakfast stream to comfirm
Keppo is doing ok for now. He is well cared for and loved and he is ok.
Its so crazy, now I get why he posted in the community earlier this week being a crazy 2024, and why this feels like its been a year long ride. Did not expect Keppy to be the tipping point of all of everything up to this point.
Granted, Keppy is closing in on being 12, which still is young despite this, and of course Rocco being close to 19 now, and only just over 4 years removed from Segan. I can understand why this has been what feels like a long year only 3 full months in.
Then to find out Keppy can have up to 2 years if he fully recovers from this fluid build up and heart failure.
I mean if that is the eventual prognosis, I would gladly enjoy the remaing time he does have with yall.
As you elequently put it Stephen, this is how life goes. And its true. We dont know what life will toss us until it does.
What I do take to heart with Keppy however, is the fact even though Keppy was the kitty that had health problems from the onset, he has lived a full and relatively healthy life, and I realize saying this, this doesn't help any, but it does bring the fact he has done better than what was expected.
I pray that Kepler is able to overcome and surpass what the vets gave as a prognosis and that he lives for several more years, and that yall get through this definte rough 2024 so far into hopefully, a strong finish to the year, peacefully and healthy 🙏🙏😇😇
my heart sank so fast when I saw the title and definitely broke when I saw the thumbnail. Holy shit.
I am glad the comments below are saying that he is doing a bit better. This must have been so horrible.
And I totally get the whole "coming to the place where you had to say goodbye and feeling uneasy." My mum was in the same vet room where she had to say goodbye to her dog when I take my own dog to get a check up.
Same. Damn. Room.
Everytime, she just quietly utters "...I hate this room."
"You never know what each day will bring" A good reminder we all need to be reminded of sometimes. Hang in there Stephen sending all the good vibes 🙏
The same thing happened to my Nan a couple of weeks ago. She was in hospital for a week and is doing much better now. I hope Kepler gets better to.❤
Jesus this is rough and raw to watch. I’m so sorry this happened to you when Mal was away. It’s so hard to handle sick pets, and to do it on your own is impossibly difficult. I’ve been where you’ve been. I don’t know how this ends, but my thoughts are with you both.
He's shown up on streams since then, so at least for now, he's okay. There will be more information in future vlogs.
It's rough having such a scare like this. Breakfast stream tells us how this turns out but it's just so emotional in the moment.
Brings back memories of my own pets that have long since passed away.
Thank you everyone in the comments coming in from patreon for letting people know ❤️❤️
I’m so sorry to hear about kep! Heart failure is never fun or easy to deal with especially with animals 💔
Thank you for sharing this vulnerability as it shows a lot of trust with your community ❤
Sending all the love and support for your family as a fellow cat parent
Good vibes! I'm sorry Keppy wasn't doing well and am glad he's back home. I read in the comments he's home and doing better than expected.
Stephen and mal you both are amazing people and i hope you two know how much your comunity loves you and hope for keppy's recovery, Stay strong you two ❤
As someone who had to lose one of his furbabies this year due to Kidney Failure. We tried our hardest to do the best for him. They said at best he would have a year. We got a little over a month. It's never easy or something you can be prepared for. I lost my youngest baby who wasn't even two years from the same disease. Just know that they are loved and you gave them the best life they could ever ask for and when that time comes be there for them. I'm sorry you're going through this.
Good vibes for all of you, especially Kep. Knowing this vlog was coming and seeing him on stream since didn’t make it easier to watch. Lots of love! ❤❤❤
You can really tell how heavy this moment is, when you already know Kepler is alright, cause you saw him *yesterday* at Friday stream, and you STILL FEEL RELIEVED when Stephen says "he's not gone".
His labored breathing a couple of moments prior also filled me with immense amounts of dread. I've watched a lot of these videos and streams. I'm used to hearing this cat, I know what he sounds like. *THAT IS NOT A SOUND THIS CAT MAKES.*
I have to keep telling myself that watching last night stream that keppy is still here now (april 13th) and that mal made it home and at least didn’t miss keppy passing. It’s heartbreaking to even think of the possibility of Mal not being there.
It's so hard to watch 😢❤ my heart breaks for you all. My kitty was also hard of breathing, but i caught it too late. I'm praying and keeping Keppy in my thoughts ❤
I’m sorry to hear you guys have to live through this, this is the absolute worst time in an animal lovers life, im sending both of you my full love and air hugs
hoping that everything is better now. Sending lots of love and prayers.
Kepler is home and doing ok. He is on new meds and is being monitored more but he is doing better than the vets expected ❤
@debbiehorton17 this is one of the few times I'm okay with spoilers.
Glad to hear from people in the future that things are better for now
@@debbiehorton17 Thank you for providing update for those of us not as present.
You and Mal have a whole army behind you, and Kep too ❤️❤️😍. We’re ALL pulling for Kep. I’m half cat, I get it. All my deepest heartfelt wishes to you all.❤️❤️
Oh no, poor Keppy! All well wishes to him all you and Mal as well. It's hard seeing someone close to you being in pain, especially when it comes to pets.
Stephen I'm so sorry for you and Mal... Kepler means everything to you guys and this news is just too much for anyone to bear... I just went through the news at the beginning of April that my grandfather has congestive heart failure too. Three of his four major arteries are almost completely blocked and because of his age (he's 92) they can't operate on him to get rid of hardened calcium in his arteries so there really isn't anything anyone can do except give him medication to help him live longer. I'm so sorry you are having to go through this pain too... Good vibes to your family. We love you Stephen and Mal.
Sending love and hugs to you and Mal. Keppy is a very good kitty.
I'm so sorry that this is happening to you. I really wish you both well during this trying time, and send my hope and love your way because you need it. Be safe, stay strong.
I'm sorry to hear about Kepler. I just went through this a few days ago with my dog.
All the good vibes to the both of you!!! Situations like this are incredibly rough and I’m sorry you had to go through it ❤
Im so sorry to hear about Keppy :(
Our dog passed from heart failure awhile ago so all my sympathy goes out to you guys
He's shown up on streams since then, so at least for now, he's okay. There will be more information in future vlogs.
Sending you and Mal all the love Stephen x
You had an amazing pair of cats, took care of them, looked after them and loved them each day.
You're amazing parents and amazing people with true hearts of gold.
I’m so sorry I lost my cat at 15 over a year ago to a massive heart attack in his sleep and I hated that I didn’t get to say goodbye. Lost my dog two months ago suddenly to very aggressive stomach cancer at 9 but at least I got a week to say bye and take him to some of his favorite places. It still hurts and I miss them so much. Like your cats these are the first animals my husband and I got together. They mean the world to me. I glad your boys have been so loved and happy. Thinking of you guy❤️
Oh, my goodness. It doesn't matter if you know it's coming or not. Sending you, Kep and Mal all the Good Vibes and prayers
He's shown up on streams since then, so at least for now, he's okay. There will be more information in future vlogs.
I am so, so incredibly sorry, Stephen. My heart dropped when this video showed up in my feed, I feel so deeply for you knowing you had to go through this after Sagan and without Mal. I've missed recent streams but I'm glad to hear that Kepler is still alive and well - over the past few years I've had several similar pet emergencies, one dog with kidney and liver failure simultaneously in 2022 and the other more recently with GDV this past fall, and that clip in the car was so familiar and hard to watch. Both had very poor prognoses especially as seniors, but against all odds they're still with us and somehow more like puppies than ever at 16 years young - so I do want to say there is hope.
All my love goes out to you and Mal, and Keppy too, what a fighter. I hope he continues to surprise the vets and you have much more time with him. ❤
I'm so sorry about what you've been going through.
We lost our larger rabbit, Creamsicle, towards the end of February. She had a non-cancerous abscess, and since rabbits mask illness, we weren't able to catch it until late. She just wasn't able to handle the surgery and had heart failure just as the surgery started. She recovered a little over a few days, but eventually she went septic as we knew she would hours after we'd made the decision to out her down since she was in decline. My parents and brother went up to say goodbye (I had a feeling and said goodbye when we first went down to K-State) and that was that. But the vets all said we did the right thing when most people would have just given up, essentially. Then Theo had GI stasis, so that was rough, but he's bouncing around like nothing ever happened.
Oh God Stephen. I checked in because of the title and I am so sorry you’re going through this.
It’s always so hard when our furry buddies are sick, especially to this extent. They’re part of our family. I completely understand where you’re coming from - I’ve been there too many times.
Please give Kepler a big hug from me and know I am keeping you all in my thoughts. ❤
I’m gonna go give my Lilith a hug now.
I'm so sorry, Stephen. Sending the best to all of you. Much love during this difficult time.
sending all the love .
I appreciate you being so candid in your grief. This stuff is hard and when it hits you it hits you. Kep was a good buddy and its hard to go through that.
I lost it a couple days before this vlog I clocked out of work and got the message my grandpa had passed. And I was a wreck it took me half an hour to become coherent enough to drive. Watching this made me tear up I'm so sorry Stephen and Mal. No matter who it is it's so hard but it's especially rough when it's family.
He's shown up on streams since then, so at least for now, he's okay. There will be more information in future vlogs.
@@nerdyrevelries422 I'm aware but that doesn't change how this is still the same grief. You get the time you get after a prognosis like that.
Sending prayers 🙏wishing a speedy recovery for everyone hurt
Sorry that today was so hard for you Stephen. Wishing you all the love, and that you and Kepler will pull through.
Again, I'm so sorry this happened.
He's shown up on streams since then, so at least for now, he's okay. There will be more information in future vlogs.
I don’t have any words but sending love ❤❤❤❤
Omg I'm so sorry about keppy!!!!!!! Prayers for you and Mal!!!!! I pray for his speedy recovery!!!!!!
hugs for Keppy :c
tell him we love him!!
Dealing with situations like these are some of the hardest things a person can go through. So sorry to hear about Keppy. We are all here for you and Mal
Saw the title and wasn't sure if it was going to Kep or a family member. Then got to the heart of it and it was... whoa... pretty rough. I'm glad to see evidence that what they did helped and as of this being posted, he's still here. The trauma is definitely relatable- my sister lost her rabbit a year or so after I lost mine (2002 and 2003, I think) and when we were back in that vet's office, it was really hard. Both passings came out of nowhere and sudden.
When he started the vlog talking about Mal, I was thinking for a bit it was going to be _her,_ but then there was a scene change
@@brolytriplethreat I didn’t know if it was going to be Stephen or Kepler at first. Because on Thursday’s Breakfast Stream Stephen wasn’t there because he had to go to the Doctors for his heart I think I remember Mal saying.
Sending all the well wishes and good vibes to you, Mal, and Kepler. I'm hoping the little guy gets through this.
He's shown up on streams since then, so at least for now, he's okay. There will be more information in future vlogs.
@@nerdyrevelries422 I'm aware that he's shown up in streams since this vlog was recorded. My sentiment still stands.
I...actually had to stop when you were in the vet office, cause I could very easily tell what was about to say due to the vlog name and the description...I"m so sorry for what happened, Stephen...It sucks to lose such a loved member...
He is still around. Still Kepplering.
Kepler is thankfully still around. At the very least we saw him on stream last night. The vet said Keppy likely won't last more than a year though. Two years max.
Kep is still here! He's doing okay.
Man... Stephen I am crying with you here 😢 I am so awfully sorry
This stuff is so hard to hear, Big hugs, big love, Give Kep the best time of his life ❤
Sending prayers and all the love
Sending prayers and good vibes to you Mal and Keppy, here's to a speady recovery for the boy and may he beat the odds and live a very long happy life. When I saw the title and briefly scanned the comments I got so scared, I had to remind myself multiple times that this was a week ago and I saw y'all yesterday during zelda so it turned out alright.
All my love to the whole family in this time ❤
All the best vibes for all of you, but Kepler especially. I'm so glad he pulled through, and I hope we get to keep him around for as long as possible. 💙
Stephen, I wish the best toward you and Mal, as well as Kepler's continued recovery. I always appreciate the candidness and openness that you demonstrate when you talk about very difficult topics.
I had a bad feeling when I saw the title of the vlog and Stephen crying. Please be OK, Keppy! My thoughts and prayers are with you and Mal, Stephen. #goodvibes
He's shown up on streams since then, so at least for now, he's okay. There will be more information in future vlogs.
@nerdyrevelries422 that's good. I know Kepler hasn't been in good health lately but I hope he lives longer 🙏
Bless you, Stephen.
I don't ever comment, but I keep up with the vlogs religiously. I am so sorry for this pain Stephen I know its hard. You and Mal are strong and have a whole community behind you that care and are here for you. Take it easy man!
I know I said it before on Patreon, but I'm giving you guys lots and lots of Good Vibes™. Wishing Keppy the best
Though I watched the Patreon video, this was still heartbreaking. It’s hard to see any of you in pain. Love you guys and Keppy. Always sending good vibes. ❤
man, i just can't stand it, crying with you guys as a fellow Animallover
hope you can make the best of the time you have left with him, and i'm really sorry for you since considering the things you went through before, wish you guys the best though
Much love to you, Mal, and Keppler.
This hits super hard, because it sounds very similar to the last days of my cherished Gracie. She also had fluid pressing on her lungs at the end, she was in a pretty bad way. It was only a few days after my nan's funeral that we had to put Gracie to sleep, and it was shattering. It still hurts, remembering holding her paw until the end.
Please give all my love to Keppy. I know that you would give the world for that sweet boy. You're a good, loving soul, Stephen.
I saw this and I was so worried! Sorry you have to go through this!
❤️❤️❤️ Sending all the love to you, Mal and Keppy.
i knew this was coming because of patreon but it izs still hard to watch :( sending you guys all the love
Man I’m so sorry to hear that.
Was watching a movie when the vlog showed up. I was terribly concerned. Your family cares about what happens to Keppy, too. Am glad to hear he's ok. Terribly positive vibes to both of you, and Keppy. ❤
Hang in there Georg family! Prayers are coming your way. I'm so sorry you had to go through this.
Prayers out to Keppy. I always try to keep up with the vlogs but I always check in when I see a title like this. So sorry for the emotional roller coaster you are going through.
I’m so sorry to hear about Kepler not doing well in this vlog. At least it seems he’s on the upswing based on the latest Breakfast Stream and Zelda stream. I hope his health continues to improve for the near future. Much love to you, Mal and Keppy! ❤️
Stephen, I had a very similar experience with my new cat. About a month after I got him, he was breathing just like Kepler here at the beginning. "Luckily," he hasn't progressed to the point of heart failure and it's closer to being asthma, but it was made quite clear that it can and probably will progress to heart failure at some unpredictable point in his life. Poor guy's a year old and may already have had his life expectancy slashed in half or more, depending on how it progresses. You're not alone, and despite the fact that I don't watch the vlogs regularly, my thoughts and I'm sure many others' are with you.
Anyways, all we can do is take care of them and give them a happy time, no matter how long or short that time may last. It seems like you're doing that, which is all any pet can ask for.
I appreciate you starting that with that he's not gone yet. I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you both and my heart goes out to you
sending you, mal, and kepler so so much love. 💖
Aw poor Keppy
Sending all my love for you guys and the Keppy ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I’m so sorry this happened. My wife and I lost a pet last November and it hit us hard. He is a good cat and I pray he make it through. I know this year has already been quite a year already and I hope it gets better.
Love you guys. Sending the goodest of possible vibes
Sending well wishes to you, Mal, and Keppy. I don't watch the vlogs often, but when I saw this, I got concerned and had to check in because you guys are wonderful people. I hope everyone is doing well.
I'm sorry to hear about Keppy's health scare. Sending you three love and good vibes. ❤
Thank you Patreons for keeping us up to date.
Just from the little bit I now know about Sagan, it seems EXACTLY like what I went through with my Sam. He was 7, and the same exact thing happened to him. He seemed fine, then one day he couldn't breathe, I took him in, and they said he should probably be put to sleep. I only had him for 9 months, but he was one of my best friends. It was ABSOLUTELY traumatizing.
Then 4 months later I had to put down my childhood best friend Herman. You're NEVER ready to say goodbye whether you see it coming or not. I wish ALL the best ❤ I'm so sorry. I hope he knows how LOVED he is.
It never gets any easier. Sending all love to you and Mal❤
I'm sorry, Stephen. Sending you and Mal love.
My love and prayers go out to you, Mal, and Kepler ❤ I’m glad to hear as of right now that Kepler is okay. Even if I don’t watch as much as I used too, I still care very much for you and your loved ones safety. Wishing you guys all the love ❤
Told my dog I love him and I’ll cherish all the time I can have with him after I finished watching this. Sending love to the Georg household 💚 I’m so sorry you’ve had to go through this!
I’m so sorry you and Mal had to go through that, Stephen. Hope the both of you and Kepler are doing alright ❤️
Oh no! So sorry to hear. From the other convents, it looks like he made it out okay. Relieved you get to spend some more time with him.
Giving and sending hugs to you and Mal and Keppy
On April 2nd, my partner and I also took our cat Lily, who is 7, to the emergency room, and we’re dealing with breathing problems (asthma) and a heart murmur. I truly understand what you’re going through. We’re right here with you.
If it helps you, I have an asthmatic cat - she is 14 now. My heart murmur boy lived to about 15. You and kitty both got this!
I’m sorry, man. I don’t know what else we can do but offer our support and sympathies. Please be safe, and wishing you guys all the love.
I don't know if I've mentioned this but thank you for all the vlogs you've made of your experience with your cats. I have a happy and healthy 5 year old tuxedo kitty next to me who wouldn't be nearly as obedient and happy as she is if I hadn't learned so much from you 2 over the years. (i knew Nothing about cats before the vlog and she was a stray 5 month old that literally walked into my lap and we could never find her mom)
I'm so sorry you are going through this. Lots of tears alongside you, I'm so glad to know you have had more time with Keppy. Lots of love and prayers to you guys
Sending love prayers and giod vibes your/mals and Keppys way! Im so sorry this had to happen at all, but especially when Mal is away ❤❤❤
Even knowing that Kepler is safe, the pain and emotion of this moment is heartwrenching. The looming threat of losing a loved one is felt, especially with pets. My heart and prayers go out to both Stephen & Mal as everyone recovers from the scare, and an extra prayer will go to you guys getting to spend as much more possible time as you can with him while he's still around. Know that you are loved and cared for by your family, your friends, and your audience.