persephone Posted July 24, 2014 Author Share Posted July 24, 2014 We were so lucky to have him . To just turn up here- late at night ,100 km from the nearest civilisation !! WE asked houseboat operators/neighbours/vets - no one had any clues - and from that first hour , he was totally accepting and relaxed . He had been desexed, was always perfect indoors , and was clean & shiny - he had come from somewhere kind ...... such an amazing, tolerant and laid back presence will be missed ...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julesluvscavs Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Sorry to hear this Pers, you gave him a loving good home *hugs* x RIP Dougal Thinking of you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Rip Dougal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kavik Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 RIP Dougal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kajtek Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 Oh Pers, the ones who choose us are the best kind :D Hugs and hugs to you. We were so lucky to have him . To just turn up here- late at night ,100 km from the nearest civilisation !! WE asked houseboat operators/neighbours/vets - no one had any clues - and from that first hour , he was totally accepting and relaxed . He had been desexed, was always perfect indoors , and was clean & shiny - he had come from somewhere kind ...... such an amazing, tolerant and laid back presence will be missed ...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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*kirty* Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 I'm so sorry pers. He certainly landed where he was meant to be. RIP Dougal and big hugs to you xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snippy Posted July 24, 2014 Share Posted July 24, 2014 From one crazy cat lady to another, my sincere condolences to you persephone. xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHA Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 Rest easy Dougal, what a beautiful cat you are xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 25, 2014 Author Share Posted July 25, 2014 thank you - I so hate the catless feeling Every other time there has been a catshaped hole torn in my heart , I have immediately filled it - this time , it may be different - or then again..... there is this moppet available not all that far away ... (have posted in cat chat ) ..but will put this here - sure Dougie won't mind :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiverStar-Aura Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 RIP sweet Dougal. I'm sorry for your loss Pers but he was the luckiest boy in the world stumbling into your life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 Oh I'm sorry Perse I've just seen this RIP Dougal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdierikx Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 Maybe Dougie is telling you it's OK... if you've found a lovely little kitty to help mend the hole in your heart, I say go for it! T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmybulldog Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 I'm so sorry for your loss - Rest in Peace Dougal. What beautiful memories you've left behind. I agree too that if you feel this new little one will help, then go for it - What better way to honour Dougal's years with you than to offer another the chance to live a wonderful life as part of your family, as well as help you get through such a sad time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VizslaMomma Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 thank you - I so hate the catless feeling Every other time there has been a catshaped hole torn in my heart , I have immediately filled it - this time , it may be different - or then again..... there is this moppet available not all that far away ... (have posted in cat chat ) ..but will put this here - sure Dougie won't mind :) I am convinced dearest Dougal has orchestrated this. I doubt any animal lucky enough to be loved by you would ever, or could ever mind. HUGS, dearest Lady Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted July 25, 2014 Share Posted July 25, 2014 Pers, if it feels right go for it. If you need more time that's completely cool too. I don't think time between special animals necessarily reflects the intensity of loss or the extent of your healing. Sometimes it's just what you need. I've been at both ends of the spectrum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 25, 2014 Author Share Posted July 25, 2014 ..with cats - the new ones always have to be immediate - Years ago, in melbourne , My dear Rufus was magicked to be on the same day I lost "Scratch" ( to a half brick thrown by a neighbour) I was distraught , and went straight out to the Cat Protection Society ..lots of pens, lots of cats .. one or two gingers .. none of them triggered any feeling By this time I was crying again ...and asked the lady was she sure there wasn't one I'd missed ? Somewhere? Another lady explained there was one adult who had just come in - castrated yesterday ..has been living under a car ... anyhow - Rufus the Red came straight home with me ..straight into the shower as he smelt and looked disgusting ..and was my special boy thru several house moves ...with other cats , and alone ...for years & years . My Tabby girl was left with me to have a home found .... well, she was def. a foster failure :p ..... I have a few stories like that ...there was Jerome - given us by a couple who believed very much in the benefits of 'weed' ..and , judging by Jerome's attitude.. smoked it often ;) there was Monty - 'rescued' amongst tears from a fodder store who had a couple of scrawny pups in a cage - plus a mushroom and white fluffy kitten trying to eat dog food from a bowl ... I just can not be away from cats for too long , & am so looking forward to a new little girl :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 26, 2014 Author Share Posted July 26, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdierikx Posted July 26, 2014 Share Posted July 26, 2014 You were a beautiful boy Dougie... and very much loved... smile down and purr for your mumma to not miss you too much, OK? T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 26, 2014 Author Share Posted July 26, 2014 .. :) it will take me a few more days before I stop getting out of bed carefully so as not to disturb the big lump in one corner .....and last night I saved the steak offcuts ..... early days :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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