Goodbye Fangs...(Clifford)
"Fangs" (AKA Clifford) came to our family when he was maybe 6 months old. Solid black, long haired and a throaty cry let you know he demanded something. If you had some meat, he'd be there rubbing against your legs and wouldn't quit till he got his "Share" 
Now, you'd think that a cat this spoiled would be "Family Protective" and not deal with strangers..Not a chance! This cat was our ambassador to our new neighbors and was always the first one to greet them and helped in "Breaking the ice" and getting the chat/friendship started.
He felt the world was his and everyones home was HIS domicile if he choose to vist. Many was the time neighbors would say "He came over and hopped right into my lap" (Or someone elses) and then rubbed his head against them.
They also became aware that to pet him, also required a towel as he'd DROOL like a river when he was stroked.
But of course, it was his teeth that gave him his claim to fame. The front 2 have jutted out about 1" below his top lip. People always commented he had to be a "Throwback" the the ancient years of cats existence.
About a month ago, he walked by me. That's when I noticed his tail was dragging...After a quick search on the web, I went to my neice (Original Owner) and gave her the sad news.
Previously, another cat in our family had been attacked by something (There's been 15 cats mulitated in the area and so we suspect it was a human) and so, he lost his tail and neice has to pay $800 in vet bills.
With tears in her eyes, she asked me to take him to the vet for his "Release" I agreed to do so, but before he goes, he shall have a feast, a full day of attention and a nice warm bowl of milk.
Then, I shall take him to the vet and he shall be freed. I already have his grave prepared. He liked a tree in our yard to lay under in sun or shade.
He's been "Ours" for over 16 years. Each one them better then before with his presence. I fear the upcoming ones without his laid back personality and friendship.
I and the entire family shall miss you, our personal family ambassador.
I hope there's a place for you in heaven. Catnip, warm sun and plenty of laps and willing hands to pet you.
Goodbye my friend.
Now, you'd think that a cat this spoiled would be "Family Protective" and not deal with strangers..Not a chance! This cat was our ambassador to our new neighbors and was always the first one to greet them and helped in "Breaking the ice" and getting the chat/friendship started.
He felt the world was his and everyones home was HIS domicile if he choose to vist. Many was the time neighbors would say "He came over and hopped right into my lap" (Or someone elses) and then rubbed his head against them.
They also became aware that to pet him, also required a towel as he'd DROOL like a river when he was stroked.
But of course, it was his teeth that gave him his claim to fame. The front 2 have jutted out about 1" below his top lip. People always commented he had to be a "Throwback" the the ancient years of cats existence.
About a month ago, he walked by me. That's when I noticed his tail was dragging...After a quick search on the web, I went to my neice (Original Owner) and gave her the sad news.
Previously, another cat in our family had been attacked by something (There's been 15 cats mulitated in the area and so we suspect it was a human) and so, he lost his tail and neice has to pay $800 in vet bills.
With tears in her eyes, she asked me to take him to the vet for his "Release" I agreed to do so, but before he goes, he shall have a feast, a full day of attention and a nice warm bowl of milk.
Then, I shall take him to the vet and he shall be freed. I already have his grave prepared. He liked a tree in our yard to lay under in sun or shade.
He's been "Ours" for over 16 years. Each one them better then before with his presence. I fear the upcoming ones without his laid back personality and friendship.
I and the entire family shall miss you, our personal family ambassador.
I hope there's a place for you in heaven. Catnip, warm sun and plenty of laps and willing hands to pet you.
Goodbye my friend.
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