Pepper, my Cornish Rex kitty, crossed the Rainbow Bridge today. She was over 18, which is 88 years in human years. She had tumors in her tummy area, on her chin, and on her tail. She was getting thinner and grayer and was sleeping 23 hours daily. She had left little "calling cards" around the house for months but they were small and dry, so I just picked them up and flushed them. Then came the days that she started spraying in the laundry room rather than use the litterbox. This went on for 5 nights in spite of my using cat enzymes and vinegar to kill the potent smell and to stop her from using that spot. I knew the day was coming.....
Thankfully, Gary had told me the day before that if I decided to go through with it to call him. I didn't think I needed to but I did and it was a good thing. Emotions hit me suddenly and I would not have been able to drive. They were very good at the vet's and Pepper passed peacefully into kitty heaven. Jason, the farmer next door, came and dug a hole under a beech tree by the driveway.
Blanche Devereaux looked for Pepper and meowed all afternoon. By evening, she stayed tightly curled in her bed. She grew up in a cattery and moved to our home with Pepper so has never been alone. I don't plan to get another cat but I realize I need to spend more time with Blanche.
Pepper's eyes were green, but that never seemed to show in photos.
Take a moment to enjoy Pepper's blog entries.
This first one is my favorite: Pepper's Perceptions
Pepper was a good little cat who brought lots of love and entertainment to my home. Have fun, Pepper, and enjoy all your new friends. We already miss you and your unique scratchy meow.
