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To quickly access health information from your website's browser, download Ebony I grew up in the country and cats have always been a part of my life. This is my story about the Queen of them all… Ebony came to my husband and I as a stray. We had no idea how old she was but shortly after she came to us she started sprouting a few grey hairs. She was scrawny and in very bad shape but with time and loving care came to be one of the most beautiful long-hair black cats I’ve ever seen. Sleek shiny black coat and such a sweet and pretty face. A rare jewel only few are lucky to find. In our case, we were lucky to be found. It took her a very long time before she would actually come up to us so we continued to give her food and fresh water every day and gently talk to her. I remember the first day she came up and let me pet her. I was so excited she was learning to trust me. One day out of the blue she just decided to take over the porch and the dogs too! Once she made that step, it sealed the deal. She ruled the throne and became so loving and gentle over the last 7 years. Recently she stopped grooming, started matting and losing her hair. This progressed into an impossible cold. I tried to clear up the cold but it got worse and she started losing weight. I took her to the vet this morning thinking she would get a shot for the cold but instead came home without my beloved Ebony. I loved her so much and I feel so guilty for not bringing her home today. It hurt so much because I loved her so dearly. It seemed she still had so much life in her but was just getting so sick. I have lost pets before but none have hurt more than losing her. She was such a friend and part of the family. Even Jack, Sheba and Rosco loved and respected her like she was thier mother. I will always be able to look back at her pictures and feel the warmth of what a blessing she was in our lives. I love you so much. Rest in peace my dear sweet Ebony. Comments
September 2007
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