Loss is a terrible thing. The loss of a pet is without a doubt one of the hardest forms it comes in. The unconditional, unwavering love a pet expresses takes up more space in your heart then you are even aware. It is as if they exist simultaneously as diminutive souls and as lumbering giants. It's the giant you feel the absence of, it's the giant that leaves its impression on you, it's the giant you will always remember.

Love, in all forms, from all sources, develops us as creatures. You are who you are in part due to the love this giant shared with you. Like a blessing from beyond the vale of the real, you have been touched and forever changed. Carry it with you, and you will always have them at your side.

I'm so happy for the life you shared together, know that it was beautiful.

Sorry for your loss, friend.

My deepest sympathy

I'm glad you were able to help him find peace at the end

It's always so hard watching our pets go but take solace in the good times you had with him

You and Mr. Softie will always be loved

Rest in power, Mr. Softie

I’m so sorry. I know how awful it is to lose a pet, and I hope you’re hanging in there okay.

i've cried several times today for you and your cat and i'm so sorry I wish he could have lived forever

I'm so sorry. He was a lovely cat, always enjoyed your pictures of him and I know he knew you loved him. That's our blessing and curse as cat guardians: we get all the love, but in return we agree to be with them until the end, to help ferry them to their deaths, holding them to their last breaths. I know Mr. Softie appreciated you to the last. Thanks for being there for him.

RIP Mr. Softie

kicking it with Biggs now

I'm so sorry for your loss.

RIP to a real one.

That last moment with them is so annihilatingly painful but it is so important to be there with them as their rock during a confusing and scary time for them.

I'm happy you two had each other.

Sorry for your loss. He sounded like the best companion you could ask for.

His bones are earth

His flesh is dust

His breath is wind

I'm sorry

So sorry for your loss. From your posts about Mr. Softie, it was obvious that you loved him dearly and I know you gave him the best life possible. I'm glad that you shared pictures of him with us, seeing other people's pets here always makes me smile.

Fly high Mr. Softie

Losing a pet is so hard, but know that he loved and appreciated you being there with him at the end. You gave him a wonderful life.

I’m so sorry :(

Solidarity in your sorrow, comrade.

Sorry for your loss

I've only ever seen him in pictures you've posted but I will miss him. May he rest in peace.

Sorry for your loss, rip.

I'm so sorry for your loss

Goodnight Mr Softie

So sorry for the pain. I love my cats so much.

I'm sorry for your loss, but I'm glad you were able to be with him in his final moments.

I'll give my own cats some milk tonight.

I'm sad about this, rest in peace 😞

I'm so sorry for your loss. It's so difficult to lose a pet. I still have nightmares about losing my first real pet again.

Rest In Power Comrade Softie

Hope the grieving process isn't too brutal

I’m sorry for your loss. I always loved seeing the pictures you would post, and I’m glad to hear you were with him to the end.

You gave him a home and a family and love

Condolences, losing one can be so unbelievably devastating, I hope your pain is not unbearable. RIP wolfie/Mr softie

I am so sad for you. My deepest condolences. :cuddle:

sorry to hear his memory will live on among hexbears

So sorry to hear, sending you all the strength and love I can, I am sure he was the happiest and most loved cat in the world ♥

My heart goes out to you

I'm so sorry, wolfie was the best and cutest and most loving cat anyone could ask for. I'm sending you a beam of hugs across the border,

Rest in peace, dear Mr. Softie. You will forever be in our hearts.

He was beautiful. I'm sorry for your loss, comrade. He sounds a lot like my own little boy, with his love of cheese, health problems, and very long limbs

I'm so sorry comrade. Your love for this beautiful creature was clearly so deep and I know he felt it. You gave him a full and wonderful life. I'm gonna miss seeing all the Mr. Softie pics he was such a cutie pie. I'm glad that his passing was relatively quick and that he got to do it alongside you getting as much comfort as you could give.

This kind of thing really sucks. Don't be afraid to lean on your communities, including and especially all of us. We're here for you.