Our precious friend, companion and family member Tigger (see picture left) aka "Tiggs" has now been released from his pain after 5 days of fighting for his life. Tigger has left his earthly vessel today at around 10am with the compassionate assistance of our vet. His last day was full of suffering and pain and in a moment of clarity from his fatal condition his eyes were telling us what to do. It was a heartbraking moment, but we knew what we had to do and we are happy that we found the courage to give our friend his last wish.

Tigger (upper picture) and Tina (lower picture) are our two beloved friends and best buddies. When we were travelling they spent time at home and had each other for company. Tina is especially hit hard by grief. She is mourning Tigger deeply. We hope she will be able to recover from her agony. Right now Tina has her head burried between her forelegs while she lays on the bed with us. Sometimes she lifts her head looks around and cries.
During the last view days we have learned many new things from my dear friends, things I would not have thought possible in a cat. During his ordeal, Tigger had moments of clarity. During these precious few moments he used to come to us and calm us down, although he was the one suffering the pain. He knew exactly when it was time and he was smart enough to let us know.

Tiggs was a gentle, yet incredibly strong cat. He was a very sensitive guy, always fully aware of his environment. He used to follow us around the house and was always greeting us at the door as well as saying goodbye when we left. No matter what we did and where we sat, Tigger used to come and snuggle up to us really close. He especially loved to cuddle with Dani on the bed during TV. It is evening now, when Tigger used to be most cuddly. He came every night and would watch TV with us while he was purring and making us feel comfortable. He was a gourmet who loved the occasional treat and he was a very playfull cat.

Tigger has left a hole in our hearts that will be impossible to fill. He will never be forgotten and his gentleness, kindness and wonderful nature has deeply touched our lifes. We take comfort in the knowledge that Tigger has now left his pain behind and will be happy on his new playing grounds where he can roam freely without restraints.

Tigger has not yet seen his 5th birthday and was far too young to be taken in such a violent eruption of suffering.

Goodbye dear friend.

EDIT: Tina is looking everywhere for Tigger. Poor baby.

Andre

P.S.: This article has been edited from its previous version describing Tiggers Condition during his fight for his life.