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Royal Farewell (Emma’s Departure)

kari — Mon, 01 May 2017 19:11:33 +0000

Last week, my family suffered a huge loss. Emma – my youngest (8 yr old) and we thought healthiest cat – was hit by a sudden illness and she did not survive.

I’m still in shock because although The Velveteen Princess was blind, FIV+, and had occasional seizures, this was the only illness that caused . . . → Read More: Royal Farewell (Emma’s Departure)

The Last Slipper (Choosing Euthanasia & Planning End-Of-Life Indulgences)

kari — Mon, 28 Jul 2014 15:32:41 +0000

I believe that one of the greatest gifts I can give my companions is a peaceful, dignified, pain-free end to their suffering.

Andy in 2010

This is why I recently called on Dr. Blair Burggren at Peaceful Transitions, our regional in-home euthanasia veterinarian to help my Andy die comfortably at home in my arms. . . . → Read More: The Last Slipper (Choosing Euthanasia & Planning End-Of-Life Indulgences)

Peaceful Transitions (In-Home Euthanasia)

kari — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:40:09 +0000

A cat who was dear to me died this week. It’s always very hard for me to hear news like this.

Jane Ear's death in 2006 broke my heart

There was a stretch of 4 years in which 3 of my own cats died, and during that time I had a lot of ideas . . . → Read More: Peaceful Transitions (In-Home Euthanasia)

I Drink Therefore I Am (Importance of moisture in cat diets)

kari — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 07:13:23 +0000

Fuji in the tub

Cats evolved to get dietary moisture from their food, or fresh meat.

Most domestic cats eating dry kibble need more moisture than theyâ€™re getting. In the last few years, people have become more aware of the importance of keeping cats well hydrated.Â The moisture provided by a primarily wet diet . . . → Read More: I Drink Therefore I Am (Importance of moisture in cat diets)