Bam has crossed the Rainbow Bridge

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  1. Jill A

    Jill A Member

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    http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/911-bam-is-vomiting-and-has-the-runs.192301/#post-2146900
    Hello everyone. We rushed Bam to the ER vet this morning. He ate his breakfast like a champ and then he began vomiting and having black/bloody diarrhea. He was clearly uncomfortable and in pain. They tested for ketones and it was negative. All other tests were fine. Vet believes he had something going on that was unrelated to the diabetes. Many possible theories but they wanted to do extensive tests and even referred us to the UW Madison veterinary school about an hour away. At almost 16 years old, we did not want to put Bam through all that. We will miss our little buddy terribly. He was a bit of a bada$$ as a young cat and grew into a wonderfully affectionate adult who always greeted us at the door. He was talkative and stubborn and very persistent about his feeding schedule.

    I want to thank everyone on this site for helping us these last few weeks. I was really starting to get the hang of it and actually enjoyed learning about feline diabetes and how to help Bam at home. Once we started home testing and changed his food he put on weight and looked healthier. He was doing really well this last week, more active and social than usual. I wish everyone the best of luck in treating their kitties. This is a great group with an unbelievable amount of information and experience. I see there is a grief support thread so I will be checking that out as well.

    Peace,
    Jill and Dan A.
     
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  2. Pamela & Amethyst

    Pamela & Amethyst Well-Known Member

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    So sorry:rb_icon:cat_wings>o
     
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  3. Mandy & Rex (GA)

    Mandy & Rex (GA) Well-Known Member

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    :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:

    You did the best thing you could for him.

    :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  4. Kris & Teasel

    Kris & Teasel Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry you had to let your kitty go. cat_wings>o
     
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  5. Amy&TrixieCat

    Amy&TrixieCat Well-Known Member

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    I am so very sorry, Jill and Dan. He will live on in your hearts....our deepest sympathies to you.
     
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  6. Shoeskitty-GA

    Shoeskitty-GA Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry it was Bam's time.:bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  7. Red & Rover (GA)

    Red & Rover (GA) Well-Known Member

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    My heart goes out to all of you. You and Dan and Bam were fortunate to have each other.
     
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  8. Sienne and Gabby (GA)

    Sienne and Gabby (GA) Senior Member Moderator

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    I am so sorry.

    Fly free Bam and land softly. Many of our dearly loved kitties will be at the Bridge to greet you.
     
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  9. Tracey&Jones (GA)

    Tracey&Jones (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I am sorry you had to say good bye. :bighug::bighug::rb_icon:
     
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  10. Bobbie And Bubba

    Bobbie And Bubba Well-Known Member

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    Dear Jill and Dan ~ my heart is heavy for you to lose you sweet baby boy. It is never easy to say goodbye but you did the last loving act for him to take him out of his pain. Hugs. :bighug:
     
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  11. Sharon14

    Sharon14 Well-Known Member

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    I’m so very sorry for your loss:bighug:
    Rest In Peace Sweet Bam:rb_icon:
     
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  12. carfurby (GA)

    carfurby (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry. Fly free Bam. Sending prayers.
     
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  13. Bronx's dad (GA)

    Bronx's dad (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry for your loss Jill. Fly free Bam :rb_icon: 22636.jpg :rb_icon:
     
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  14. Dyana

    Dyana Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry for your loss of your sweet Bam.

    Fly Free Bam :rb_icon:
    cat_wings>o
     
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  15. Stacy & Asia

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    I’m so sorry, Jill. You made a very compassionate choice and it’s obvious how much you love Bam. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  17. Alicia & Maggie (GA)

    Alicia & Maggie (GA) Well-Known Member

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    Jill & Dan, I'm so sorry for your loss. Letting Bam go was a brave choice, but I know how much it hurts to make that choice. cat_wings>o
     
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  18. Squalliesmom

    Squalliesmom Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
    Fly free, sweet Bamcat_wings>o
     
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  19. Anne & Zener GA

    Anne & Zener GA Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry. It's never long enough with our babies.
    Liz
     
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  20. MyTitan (GA)

    MyTitan (GA) Well-Known Member

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    Fly our friend Bam, no more pain, just green grass and catnip cat_wings>o
     
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  21. Judy and Boomer

    Judy and Boomer Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry to hear about Bam. :bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
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  22. Chubba (GA)

    Chubba (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I’m so sorry for your loss. :bighug:
     
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  23. Tasha & Darwin

    Tasha & Darwin Well-Known Member

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    I am so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs :bighug:
     
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  24. AZJenks

    AZJenks Well-Known Member

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    Fly free sweet Bam cat_wings>o
     
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  25. rhiannon and shadow (GA)

    rhiannon and shadow (GA) Well-Known Member

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    I'm so sorry. Fly free Bam....
    Prayers for your grieving hearts.
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  26. Lesliejm

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    I am so sorry for your loss.:(
     
  27. Olive & Paula

    Olive & Paula Well-Known Member

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    So sorry for your loss. Bam will always be in your heart.:bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  28. LeeAnn (Lannie)& Freckles

    LeeAnn (Lannie)& Freckles Member

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    Oh, I'm so sorry to hear about Bam. Hugs to you.
     
  29. HWright

    HWright Well-Known Member

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    (((Jill and Dan and cat_wings>o Bam)))
    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
    In this, Bam’s next journey, may you find comfort of heart and soul knowing that your love for Bam and your life together will always be with him as much as he is part of you always. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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  30. Marje and Gracie

    Marje and Gracie Senior Member Moderator

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    Our very deepest condolences in the loss of your sweet boy.

    Gentle journey, Bam.cat_wings>o
     
  31. Wendy&Neko

    Wendy&Neko Senior Member Moderator

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    (((Jill and Dan))) I am so sorry it was Bam's time to earn his angel wings. Hang onto your memories of the good times and his antics. They will help you through this sad time. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
     
  32. Nicole Z

    Nicole Z Well-Known Member

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    I am so very sorry for your loss. cat_wings>o
     
  33. JanetNJ

    JanetNJ Well-Known Member

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    Oh no! I'm so sorry for this unexpected loss. :(
     
  34. Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)

    Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA) Well-Known Member

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    Dear (((Jill and Dan))),
    You gave Bam the ultimate gift of love. He will be "in good paws" at the Bridge with all of our GA kitties until that wonderful day when you will be reunited.
    Fly free, sweet Bam! You are much loved.
    In deepest sympathy,
    Ella & Edward, Rusty, and Stu(GA)
     
  35. Sue and Luci

    Sue and Luci Well-Known Member

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    The ultimate kindness - you take the pain and relieve him of it. So sorry for your loss...just remember you're the strong one here...your heart will ache...but you will be able to bear the pain...he is free of all of his pain now...Sending you healing vines for your time of grief. cat_wings>ocat_wings>o
     
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