Thank you ALL for the kind words.
I got Bella from a shelter in July 2010 when she was a year old. We had 10 great years together. She was such a good kitty.
@Kadee46 no she was not a bengal - she was a gray tortie with some tan on her tummy and paws...but you're right - I do love bengals and have talked about them and posted lots of videos.
She wants her meals on schedule, like clockwork. She didn't come when I fixed her lunch, so I let her continue resting. I checked on her several times; she was quiet but looked up at me. She didn't move from that spot. At about 6pm I decided to try to give her some water because I was concerned about dehydration. I went to her and saw she had spit up...and when I saw her head/face I knew she was gone.
I remember thinking "Oh, no....I'm not ready to let you go".
I didn't know what to do. I called my cat-expert friend, but she wasn't available. I left a message for my niece. I called my vet's office - they were closed (Sunday) but I listened to a recording with referral information. Then I called OSU Veterinary Clinic (open 24 hrs) and they gave me a couple options and instructions.
Soon my
AMAZING niece called and said she would come over. She wrapped Bella (I couldn't), we put her in a container and took her to be disposed of properly. (The vet techs think she had a stroke.) I said goodbye and they gave me a printed paw print - it's cute. Coming home was tough, seeing her bowls, etc. This morning I got up very early and cleaned/put away most of her things.
The Rainbow Bridge has welcomed Bella.
❤
There are no words, so I won’t even try. I’m so, so sorry honey. 
@applecruncher Your deep loss is felt by all of us. When you feel a presence at night, it's Bella, when you feel a presence every moment of the day, It's Bella.....She's been with you, she is with you, she will always be with you. Take Care.
