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Sent: Monday, March 24, 2003 12:39
PM
Subject: Slinky
Just to give an update, Slinky passed away this
morning on his way to the Vet. My wife was taking him to be put to sleep
since he seemed to be suffering and we just couldn't have that.
He was a tough guy and fought it to the
end. Having had a number of cats, he amazed me with his strength,
speed, and quickness. He was the most athletic cat we've ever
had. I'm not sure who will keep the mice and mole population down this
year (my wife really hated that part). He was an athletic hunter but he
was also extremely gentle (patient and unafraid around kids) who had a special
bond with my wife. Often I would find them both asleep with his arm
over her neck.
Funny story was that he was given to us by some
friends that couldn't keep him. They had told us he was a female and
when we took him in to get spayed, they informed us he was a male. We
felt really stupid since we never thought to check. That's also when we
found out the was FelV+. By then he was already a part of the family and
there was no way we were going to put him to sleep. The vet was upset
with us since we had 5 other cats. Hopefully, none of the others have
gotten infected but we were willing to risk it.
Thank you for allowing me this small tribute to
an awesome cat.
Kyle
