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Reader comments
Missing cat signals an era's ending

L. G. KIRKPATRICK | 6:17 a.m. July 14, 2008

Ann, thank you for this column. You have, very well indeed, covered the emotional upheavals that we cat lovers face when our little friends draw nigh to the end of the "cat lovers' roller-coaster ride".

In the last 20 years my wife and I have lost several cats when their time came to "shuffle off this mortal coil". We've had them all cremated and "they" are lined up on a shelf in the bedroom. I've found great comfort in a poem entitled "The Rainbow Bridge". Take cheer and comfort, yourself, in the fact that at least for a little more time, you still have your little friend with you.

SLC gal | 3:01 p.m. July 18, 2008

Ann, this made me want to cry!!!! I have a kitty who has lived over 19 years, adn still going, bless her little heart, and your column reminded me of her

How irresponsible | 9:48 p.m. July 30, 2008

Having and outdoor cat is not very responsible. There are all kinds of dangers out there. Indoor only cats live several years longer on average. The fact that L.G. Kirkpatrick talking about over 20 years they have had several cats just proves my point. In 20 years, you shouldn't have more than a single generation of cats. Obviously his/hers just "disappears" and "shuffle off this mortal coil". Puleez! They didn't shuffle off their mortal coil, they were hit by cars, eaten by coyotes, etc. If you truly loved your cat, you would have a greater respect for him/her and provide them the safety and love that only indoor only cats have. In this day and age it just isn't responsible to have an outdoor cat.

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