Reply #43: Awwwwwwwww, what a sad thing to happen on Christmas. Sorry. [View All]

Sound like she might have had an un-diagnosed heart condition.

Good side:
She died at home. You don't have to face my biggest future fear; the long drive home from the Vet with the empty cat crate.

Bad side:
She died at home, now you have to figure out what to do with (and how to transport) her little body.

For the three year old, I'd ask her if she would like to get a New kitten first, then I'd tell her about the recently departed. She may cry, but that IS normal.

I'd also ask her if she remembers any other pet or family member who had died, even one that you talk might talk about, but she never knew, and tell her that everyone and every creature eventually die, and that it was just this kitties time.

Give it to her straight, and she might not grow up fearful of death.
:hug: