SharkTums Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 On Friday RatTums was diagnosed with a large tumor that is probably going to kill him within a few weeks. He is still living happy right now, but I will have to bring him back to the vet to be euthanised if he starts to act/look like he's in pain. He's already showing some bad signs, but I won't get into the details here. So everyone think of the little guy who's lived longer than most hamsters (over 2 years!) BTW, if he dies while Robb is away I'm going to need someone to come over and deal with it because I won't be able to! Elissa "I'm going to miss the little guy! " Alvey I can't help but think seeing something like this would give me a tumor too!
zaneymon Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Thats very sad my family just had to put a cat down about 2 mounths agoa because of cancer and i now how hard it is on people
DenDen Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Aww, what sad news. I'm really sorry. Our "hammy" is also 2, so we're just waiting for the worst to happen.
Wes Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Awwww I just hope he doesn't feel any pain or suffering. That would be the worst.
BiCoastal Kid Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 My dog has two tumors, but he's a lot bigger than a hamster. That's really crappy, RatTums rules TPR.
BelizeIt Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 I'm sorry to hear about your beloved pet hamster. We have all had pets that we adore, that have passed away. I personally had a Cat named "Calso" who joined my life when I was 8 years old, and I had him until I was 24 years old. Even though it's been almost 10 years since he passed, I still have many fond memories of him. Pets are great, I can never understand people who dislike having animals, because I cant imagine life without them.
Meteornotes Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 One of the funniest things I've ever witnessed was Rattum's racing around your apartment in his ball. Sorry to hear he's ill... dt
Sir Clinksalot Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 I am so sad to hear this ....Elissa you know we will be there if you need us while Robb is gone. Kristi "can't imagine visiting R&E and not seeing Rattums...the kids will be very sad to hear this as well" C.
Hattuchili Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Awww Elissa, that sounds so bad! I am so sorry, that RatTums feel ill! I mean he is the most important member of TPR! I really liked the HamsterCam! However, I hope he doesn´t feel any pain! --Sören
CoasterCrazy Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 I hope RatTums isn’t in a lot of pain during his last few weeks of life!
FlyingScooter Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Very sorry to hear that. I've had several dogs, hamsters and about 50 gerbils that have passed over the decades. It never gets easier. Right now my dog of two years was diagnosed w/hip problems. It only seems to be a problem in the winter due to the cold weather. In summer, she is fine and full of life. With her, it was a birth defect. When she is in pain, and you can see it in her eyes, we give her an Ibupropen (sp?) which does the trick pretty good. Of course, she weighs 75 lbs, so medding her is easy. again, sorry to hear about that, elissa and robb. take care, Mark
Angry_Gumball Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 That sucks. I know how it feels to lose a pet like that though. My cat I had since the 3rd grade died 2 years ago after removing a tumor. The tumor didn't kill her, she passed away during recovery as she was up walking around in her cage looking for me. Sorry to hear that happening.
coasterdude5 Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 We just had to put our dog down due to a tumor so I know what you're going through. Sorry.
Coaster Palooza Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 I'm sorry to hear that Elissa. Rattums had a good life with the 2 of you.
Wackyboxer Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Elissa, I know this is a very sorrowful time for you and Robb. My heart goes out to you and the big guy and the little guy. Just from the way you have talked about Dear Sweet RatTums on TPR shows us all how much you both Love and Adore him. :love: I hope that what I say next brings you and Robb a bit of comfort. Even though this is an enormously sad time I ask you to ponder this. If 2 years ago, on the way home from dinner with Robb, if a voice had spoken into your heart and said "Elissa, I want to give you a most wonderous gift. This gift will bring you an abundance of laughter, an unwavering friendship and will fill your heart with an overflowing love. This gift's spirit will live in your heart for all eternity but it's physical being will leave in 2 years. Are you willing to deal with the pain in order to be blessed with the treasure?" Obviously I don't know you personally, but with warmth and friendliness that you've exuded through TPR, I think, without a doubt, that your answer to the gift would have been yes. It's been said that sometimes a friend comes into your life for a reason, a season or forever, but I somehow think that, perhaps, RatTums came into your life for all 3. May you bask in RatTums love in his last days and May the spirit of the most Awesome RatTums reside in your heart for all eternity.
Frade Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 I am very sorry to hear that Elissa, hope you are ok, and hope RatTums enjoy his last moments.
benzo41190 Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 try to enjoy him as much as possible. It is better to have good final memories than bad ones Hope he isnt in to much pain
Erik Johnson Posted July 19, 2005 Posted July 19, 2005 Sorry to hear the bad news....My wife Leanne and I are very close to our cat Libby.
EftelingGal Posted July 20, 2005 Posted July 20, 2005 I cried all Morning Long when Iread about RatTums have a Tumor I stiLL Miss some Doggy Freinds in my Neighborhood that arnt Alive anymore!!! Sabrina, Lucky, Fluffy, Snert and Fritz I was Crying thinking about them too!!!
Homer Posted July 20, 2005 Posted July 20, 2005 Having losing a grandmother recently, I understand exactly what your going through. R.I.P RatTums, I think no cute hamster could replace you. And like LiveStrong bracelets, a sig/avatar set dedicated to the loving memory of RatTums.
spike Posted July 20, 2005 Posted July 20, 2005 Sorry to hear that guys, I really am. I'm a huge animal lover( 3 dogs, 1 cat, 1 hamster) I've had to put some of our pets down in the past and I know how hard it can be. It is better then seeing them in pain though, but also sad to see them go. I cant be right there for you ( Living in Ontario) But our minds and hearts are there. If I could be there I would. Take it easy, enjoy your hamster while you have him. Thinking of you ...... Spike
SharkTums Posted July 20, 2005 Author Posted July 20, 2005 ^^I appreciate the effort, but I'd really prefer not to look at avatars of RatTums saying he's already dead...maybe we can repost something like that later. For now I'm still going on, and treating him like he's okay while he still is. Thanks for understanding. And thanks everyone for your kind words.
bluesunday Posted July 20, 2005 Posted July 20, 2005 I'm so sorry you guys...I'm speechless. RatTums couldn't have lived a better life. No one would've loved him more than you guys. <333
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