August 24th 2009 - Little Mo's Final Diary Entry

by Kate
(London)

Little Mo, Little Cat, Big Heart

This entry is being written by Kate little Mo's mum.

I sadly have to let you all know that Little Mo is nolonger with us. After my last post, we went to visit her in Hospital, where we found little Mo in a very confused and distressed state. She was not in pain due to the drugs she was being given but seemed to be very confused and frustrated at not being able to get up.

we sprent some time with her and spoke to the vet again who advised that although he could amputate her hind leg it was not advisable for her due to her age and frailty due to the ongoing thyroid problems she was having.

We looked at Little Mo and just could not face putting her through such a big operation and with the distress she may go through afterwards. At 17 we just felt she would not cope very well and that her quality of life would be deminished(although we know that younger cats can be fine on three legs).

It was the hardest decision we have ever had to make and the grief we are experiencing is awful. So much pain for a such a small cat, the trouble is she had a big personality and was such a big part of our lives.

I would like to thank all those who contacted me after my last post for their kinds words and thoughts. I know you would have loved Little Mo as much as we did, everyone who knew her did here, she will be sadly missed by lots of people.