On 3/23, I noticed that Grandpa, my beloved tabby cat, was frequenting the litter box and excessively grooming his genitals. I rushed him to the emergency vet, where we were given medication and he had fluids put under his skin. There was no urgency, and the vet made it seem as though Grandpa would be peeing in no time. When he got home, he was lethargic, but I attributed it to the medication the vet gave him. Come Monday, Grandpa had still not peed and refused to eat. I rushed him again to the emergency vet, where I was told he had a blockage. This was devastating, but the vet made it seem like Grandpa would be coming home within the next few days. I left, in tears, as I had to leave my baby alone at the vet. I got a call that night that he had been doing well and I could come see him in the morning. I rushed over before work to visit him, and he seemed more energetic, and the vet seemed hopeful. I went through my day happy, with the thoughts I would be bringing him home the following day. Later that afternoon I got a call that I needed to come to the vet urgently. The catheter had ripped through Grandpa's urethra and they would have to rush him to emergency surgery, but unsure if he would survive. At this point I felt lost. What comes next is the most painful decision I have had to make.

Grandpa passed away in my arms, the place he loved most. If you know me, you know that cat is my child. I have raised him since he was 8 weeks old, we have traveled across the country together. He was my rock in very hard times. He was a very special cat, who meant the entire world to me. Anyone who met him will tell you he was an amazing cat, so friendly, and loved cuddling. Grandpa always made his presence known in whatever room he walked into.

I am currently asking for $3000 to help cover half of the medical expenses I have had to take out to care for Grandpa. Anything helps and is greatly appreciated. I appreciate all of you, and know that this is helping me during this grieving period.

Grandpa is smiling down on all of us.