Girlfriend Refuses To Let Go Of Dying Cat Despite Boyfriend’s Plea To End Its Suffering
This couple has been together for a year and a half, with visits a few times each week. As much as their relationship has been going strong, something outside their control seems to have snatched all the smiles from their happy home.
One of the girlfriend’s three cats was recently diagnosed with cancer. At 12 years old, the cat developed fluid around its lungs and several masses, leaving it very weak and in need of round-the-clock care.
Despite the intensive treatment, including syringe feeding and multiple medications, the cat has continued to deteriorate.
The girlfriend wants to wait before making the final decision, hoping to hold on until the cat loses its spark entirely. She’s emotionally attached and has poured a lot of time and effort into caring for the cat, making it understandably difficult to let go.
The partner, who has grown fond of the cat, feels strongly that the cat should be euthanized sooner to prevent further suffering. He’s concerned that delaying will only lead to more pain and complications.
Family and friends have offered conflicting advice: some emphasize supporting the girlfriend’s decision, while others agree that the cat’s comfort should come first.
The tension has left the couple at an impasse, highlighting the emotional weight of making decisions for a loved pet.
Here are the screenshots so you can read the full story yourself and see how each perspective clashes.
Let’s dig into the details
A bit of backstory
Despite OP being a dog person, he has become fund of Dee’s cats
Dee’s cat’s condition keeps getting worse each day, and OP feels it’s the right time to put it down rather than let it suffer
Dee, on the other hand, doesn’t feel it’s the right time to put the cat down
OP decided to ask family and friends. Unfortunately, this turned into an argument with one of his female friends, who thinks he’s not being supportive
Now, OP has decided to bring the matter to the Reddit community for mediation
We gathered some interesting comments from the Reddit community
“My rule with pets is I'd rather put them down a week early than a minute too late.”
“I think as long as she's listening to her vet's advice then NAH…”
“I can sympathize with Dee but I also wouldn't support her. There's no way that cat has any quality of life whatsoever.”
“Just support her as you can. The inevitable will happen soon enough.”
“You cannot force her because even when it's the right decision, she will feel guilt over it.”
Both partners care deeply about the cat, but their perspectives differ: one seeks to minimize suffering and keep the cat alive as long as possible, while the other believes putting the cat out of its suffering is the best form of love at this stage.
The Reddit community is torn on which side to support. Regardless of their decision, we wish them strength during this difficult period.
What they need now is not judgment, but empathy and all the love in this world. We're confident that this pain will pass.
Share your thoughts on what you would do if faced with this dilemma.
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