Monday 5 March 2018

Missing Her Monday - Goodbye Sei-Chan


#1 here. As many of you know by now, our sweet Sei-Chan was hospitalised yesterday morning following a sharp decline in her health. Yesterday morning, she would not eat ad she felt cold to the touch, which really worried me. The vet we go to, and trust absolutely, is now part of a weekend on-call rotation so I had no idea whom I would get when I called yesterday. Amazingly, it was our very own Dr. C, who said to bring her in immediately. It took me less than 10 minutes to bundle her and Tommy into the car and we were on our way. It's a 45 minute drive and Dr. C was waiting for us when we arrived.

Dr. C quickly confirmed that she was showing the signs of rapidly deteriorating renal function, and was hypothermic, with her body temperature at only 35°C (99°F the normal is 38-39°C). She said the first priority was to get her temperature up and also to put her on a drip to rehydrate her. Dr. C called #1 three times over the afternoon and evening to give news. The blood test results were not good on the renal side, and also showed impaired pancreatic function, probably due to an infection. The prognosis was and remains very guarded. Our little girl is fighting hard but we don't know at this stage if she is going to make it and come back to us for another round. She is in the best hands possible and I have given Dr. C, who is a personal friend as well as our vet, the OK to do whatever needs to be done, including the unbearable. Sei-Chan will not be allowed to suffer needlessly.

Her body temperature dropped to 33°C yesterday before starting to climb again. She has a heating pad, has had antibiotics and is on a drip. I am waiting for news of her this morning and plan to go and visit her late morning. I must go to England tomorrow, so she will remain in Dr. C's care during that time. If Sei-Chan makes it through the crisis period, we will have a clearer idea of whether a comeback is possible or not by the time I get back on Friday.

Thank you to all of you who have left such kind comments both here on the blog and especially on Facebok. Your support is worth so much. We all know the depth of the heartache in having a very sick pet.

Here are a couple of pics of Sei-Chan at the vet's yesterday morning:



We are all missing her.

We will miss her more than we can "Sei" ...

MONDAY MORNING UPDATE: The post above was written last night. I am sorry to let you know that my sweet little Se-Chan lost her battle this morning. Despite everything that Christina, my vet and dear friend, did, she was not able to come back from this very sudden crisis. She started her journey to Rainbow Bridge nestled in my arms. I will take a short break of a few days on the blog, and we will return on Saturday for Sei-Chan's very last SEIturday post. Please join us then.
 

72 comments:

  1. oh we hope so much for good news... and we send lots of POTP and healing thoughts... you have a very good vet who knows how we feel in such situations... that was very nice to give you the news... waiting without news is the worst...

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  2. We are so sorry to hear this news.
    We purr very hard for the best for dear Sei.
    She is in the best possible place and we will be sending the POTP.Hugs <3
    Purrs Georgia,Julie and JJ

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  3. I am sorry that Sei is so ill and am praying for her. It is a help to have a vet you know well and trust, but I know the heartbreak and helplessness you are feeling and hope there is good news for you this morning.

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  4. I am sending Sei lots and lots of healing purrs... I don't want her to suffer either, but I do want her to bounce back and come home too. I know she is in the best hands possible.

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  5. Dear #1 ... you give your furr-babies the best of the best, as we have witnessed with our own eyes. And now our eyes are over-flowing with tears. We share your pain and that of the gang. The pleasures Sei-Chan gave you will always out-weigh the pain you have now, but at the moment, we know your grief is overwhelming.
    We look forward to Saturday's post.
    With love and affection, Simon & Lorine
    and the Island Chans xxx

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  6. Oh dear, I can't even begin to tell you how very sorry we are that sweet Sei had to depart this life for her next big journey. Having lost 2 recently we know the pain and heartbreak. We send our most loving hugs to you and to the rest of Chans. Thanks for sharing her life with all of us.

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  7. There are no words to help during such sadness, but know that your friends feel such sadness too. Sei was, and always will be beautiful, and greatly missed.

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  8. Crushing news. Our thoughts and prayers are with precious Sei as she crosses the bridge.
    She was born into love, lived in love and left this world loved. Her many friends mourn her loss.Our special candle now burns in her honour.

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  9. We have tears in our eyes and are so sad to read the news about Sei-Chan. She was such a sweet girl and we know there will be lots of friends and family to greet her at the Rainbow Bridge.

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  10. We are so sorry that Sei-Chan had joined so many others, far too soon, at the rainbow Bridge. She was a firm favourite of ours here, and we know Puna-Chan had a soft spot for her as a kind and sweet girlcat. We wish her well on her journey and send many purrs to those left behind.

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  11. Mes sincères condoléances.
    Je visite votre blog à tous les jours depuis des années. C'est en faisant une recherche de photo que je suis tombée sur la photo de Sei-Chan, chaton.
    Je partage votre peine et vous êtes dans mes pensées.

    Danielle de Montréal

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  12. we are so sorry to hear this. head butts and purrs to you and your family

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  13. We were heartbroken to read this on Facebook this morning. We will sing songs for Sei-Chan and know that she is with loved ones across the bridge

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  14. Khyra's Mom Here

    As you already know, we were stunned and so sad to see the news -

    Sadly, too often what we want is not to be -

    We'll watch for a sign she's made it safely to The Rainbow Bridge and welcomed by too many of our furiends -

    Hugz&Khysses,
    All of us at Khyra's Khorner

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  15. Fly free at the Rainbow Bridge, Sei-Chan...sending hugs and purrs to #1 and the rest of your family.

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  16. ohhhhhhhh, my heart breaks for you..... Sweet Sei-Chan, we will miss you so!
    And your hearts, thoughts and all our love is with you, #1, and with the Poupounette clan as you mourn your beloved girl. ::hugs::

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    1. We three send all our healing purrs to you, too. We're so very sorry, #1! Many comforting snuggles from the three of us.....

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  17. We are sad to hear Sei-Chan went to the Rainbow Bridge. Sh will be happy and healthy now. Hugs and purrs from our house.

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  18. Oh no!!! We are just so very sorry to hear this news. Poor little Sei-Chan - how we loved that little girl. Renal issues can strike so hard and so fast. Our hearts to out to you as we know how special she was to you. Sending you gentle hugs and soft woos.

    So very sad.

    Hugs and Woos - Lightning, Misty, and Timber, and Mom too

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  19. I am so very sad to learn precious Sei has traveled to The Bridge. Thankfully you were able to hold her and she has known your love her whole life.

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  20. nous sommes très tristes d'apprendre la mort de la petite SEI elle va beaucoup manquer a Gabriel au moins elle n'aura pas souffert je pense a toi très fort

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  21. Virginia, we are extremely sad to hear this news. We know Sei-Chan had the best possible life and care with you. We are sending you all our love and our condolences. Rest in peace sweet girl. You were loved.

    Sophie and the critters in the cottage xo

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  22. I am so saddened by this news. I have tears in my eyes as when I read it on FaceBook. I as do most of us here know that gripping pain when we have to face to loss of our beloved furred ones. I send loving condolences and understanding.

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  23. We are so very sorry that we didn't see this until this morning. Our hearts are breaking for Sei-Chan's family, we know how very much all of you loved her. Purrs of comfort and paws of sympathy, ~Scylla, Chimera, Yin, Yang, Fenris, Tuiren & Alasandra

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  24. I'm sorry for your loss.

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  25. Virginia - I am so sorry to hear of Sei-Chan's passing. I know how much you love your fur children and I know there is a pain in your heart that seems unbearable right now. Please know my thoughts are with you.

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  26. We're so sorry for the loss of your sweet Sei-Chan. We're in shock and so saddened. We send you comforting purrs and gentle headbonks. Purrs and hugs

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  27. So sorry to hear about your loss- our thoughts are with you!

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  28. Godspeed your journey to heaven Sei-Chan; we are truly sorry. Hugs to your family ♥♥♥♥♥

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  29. I read this last night and I was so hoping she would rally. We will miss Sei's post on Saturday and her smiling face on the blog. We send comforting hugs, kisses, purrs and strength.
    Much Love Barb (and Marv)

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  30. Sending purrs to you #1, Tommy, Tama, Beebs and Genji. Mum is just so leaky eyed. Sounds so much of what happened when Derby left. We are heart broken for you.

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  31. It's so hard when they leave. Hugs to all.

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  32. La seule misère que nous font nos poilus : nous quitter, toujours trop tot, toujours trop vite.

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  33. So sorry to hear your sad news
    Sending lots of luffs and hugs
    Loves and lick kisses
    Princess Leah xxx

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  34. Our hearts are broken along with yours. We were so hoping for a different outcome. Sending you all many comforting purrs.

    RIP, sweet Sei-Chan...you will be missed.

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  35. We are so very sorry to hear the terrible news about Sei-Chan. Our thoughts are with you.

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  36. We are so sorry to hear that Sei has crossed her Bridge.
    She was sweet and beautiful.
    We send comforting purrs and hugs.
    Purrs Georgia,Julie and JJ

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  37. I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful girl. XO

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  38. We are so very sorry. We wish there were some magic words to make it less heart breaking, but we are sending gentle purrs

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  39. Wee are so berry sorry Numburr #1. Sei Chan foutt thee good fite...
    Shee iss safe inn Pure Land lookin down on you an Tommy an thee Chan katss an V horses with LUV....
    ***nose kissesss*** Siddhartha Henry xxxXxxx

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  40. We are so sorry to hear of your loss.

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  41. I just read about Sei-Chan's passing. What terrible news, and so sudden. There is no comfort for the loss of a friend, but the remembrance of her life and love will help, in time. Godspeed, Sei-Chan.

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  42. We're so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Sei-Chan.

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  43. Dear #1, Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Sei-Chan. I hope you derive some comfort from knowing that Sei-Chan’s loving spirit will live on in the pictures and stories you so generously shared over the years. She could not possibly have had a better #1.

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  44. Oh no...Sei-Chan, I can’t believe she is gone. I’m so sorry for your loss, #1.. I always loved seeing her sweet face. She was such a beautiful girl and so loved. My sincerest condolences to you. Please know my thoughts are with you.

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  45. I am so sorry. That was so sudden. My heart is breaking for you. Hugs and purrs from all of us.

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  46. I'm so sorry for sweet Sei-Chan. Sending comfort purrs & hug to you.
    Puddy & mom

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  47. We are so sorry for your loss. And more so because we did not get to meet her in blogville... Sei Chan looked to be a very sweet kitty, and we know that you will miss her so very much. Sending lots of purrs and Dalton adds some waggles, too. Big tight hugs form petcretary.
    We helped her make a card for you:

    https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-k2SNGNf7k6c/Wp4f56tCjtI/AAAAAAAALVQ/RPFYW92wWQoecAoybsVX07VIxq0rLCBsQCLcBGAs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2018-03-05%2Bat%2B11.48.08%2BPM.png

    Just copy all that code and then you can save post it anywhere.
    If you have trouble with it, you can email petcretary at:
    ingrid(at)rickmar(dot)net

    It will be on our next posting, which will be on Sunday the 11th.(In the selfies blog hop.)

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  48. So sorry for your loss of beautiful Sei. Soft purrs and gentle hugs to you all.

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  49. We are so sorry for your loss. Sei-chan has such spunk and she was such a beautiful girl. We are sending soft purrs and deepest sympathies from all of us.

    Charlemagne and Tamar and Angel Mal

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  50. I'm sos sorry ... and our tears are running... we hoped so much that your vet can do a miracle... but .... Hugs to you and lots of POTP

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  51. So sorry to hear about Sei-chan. She was always my favorite.

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  52. Oh no. I am so sorry you have lost such a beauty.

    Farewell Sei-Chan

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  53. We’re so very sorry...
    Slash and Kaz (Mum)

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  54. I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet baby. It's so hard to let them go.

    Big healing hugs. ♥

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  55. Je suis bien désolée d'apprendre cette triste nouvelle, je suis de tout coeur avec vous.

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  56. I am so sorry for your lost.
    Sending our best wishes to all of you.

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  57. You probably don't know us but we wanted to just stop by and let you know how sorry we are about your loss. Sending prayers of strength catchatwithcarenandcody

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  58. So sorry for the loss of your purrecious Sei-Chan. Soft Pawkisses to comfort you <3 Fly Free beautiful Soul <3 <3 <3

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  59. I am so sorry for your loss...

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  60. I am very sorry for your loss. We know that you lost a child today. You need to treat it as such and grieve with all your heart so you can start healing. We send you love and prayers for a speedy journey through grief.

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  61. She was sooooooooo bootyful. We're so sorry fur your loss. She was well luvved and had a meowvelous life. We're sendin' big hugs and lots of purrayers.

    Luv ya'

    Dezi, Raena and mommy A

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  62. We are so sorry for to learn of Sei chan's passing. Please accept our heartfelt purrs, prayers and condolences.

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  63. All our Purrs and Prayers are with you today - Sei Chan was so very loved - missing her along with you... Psalm 36:6

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  64. Sending prayers and hugs and our deepest sympathy on your loss. Keep all the good memories safe in your heart.

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  65. So sorry to hear that Sei Chan has crossed the bridge. Sending purrs of comfort to you and crew today. {HUGS}

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  66. my heart goes out to you. Sending purrs of healing and comfort

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  67. Sending you all the love in our hearts.

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  68. Très triste !
    Nous avons vu le décès de Sei-Chan
    chez The Swiss Cats.
    RIP belle Sei-Chan ♥
    Bon courage The Poupounette Gang.
    De tout coeur avec vous.
    Chat-micalement.
    Dani et le Clan des 7

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  69. I'm so sorry for the loss of your Sei-Chan. May her memory be a blessing. It's so hard and painful to lose our babies.

    We are sending you much loves and purrs from The gang at https://angelicclowder.wordpress.com/

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  70. Mindy and I are so sorry you have lost Sei-Chan, hugs and purrs from us.

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  71. we were offline and just learned of Sei-Chan's passing. So very sorry. Hugs.

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