He disappeared on the day before I left the North and I was hoping that he'd only gone wandering, as he has done in the past. I was told this morning that his body has been found in the long grass close to the house.
I strongly suspect that he was zapped by a snake. He was in perfect health and it could only have been a snake which caused him to die so suddenly.
The week before his disappearance it was very hot and humid and there were a lot of large snakes around, they were hunting and were likely all venomous.
I've probably been too lenient in dealing with snakes near the house lately - I was hoping we could live in harmony.
It's slight comfort knowing that he probably did not suffer or die caught in some trap but, still - I feel sad.
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My condolences. Animals become such a part of our lives that they leave a big hole when they're gone.
ReplyDeleteI'm very sorry to hear about Spirit's passing.
ReplyDeleteRest in peace, little one.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Spirit was so adorable and I know how much you must be hurting. Please take care.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry. He was beautiful.
ReplyDeleteIndeed to our Creator we belong and to Him we shall all return.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry Graham.
Oh Graham I am so sad for me as well as you. I have been following the photos of Spirit for so long now I feel like I knew him. I am glad that his death was probably very quick, not that it is much satisfaction. I know you will miss him. Sorry, Diane
ReplyDeleteMy heart dropped when I read this Graham - this is life in the wild, where each must take care of himself. I don't think I could cope... But you gave Spirit a chance, and a happy life for a while, and that's worth a lot.
ReplyDeleteCaroline
Aw, it's so sad. Spirit was such a beautiful and spirited cat. I'm glad you were able to enjoy his company for a time. Here the snakes are not a threat to little creatures like spirit but wild coyotes that roam the city at night can be.
ReplyDeleteHi Graham. I'm so sorry to hear about Spirit :( From your photos Spirit looked a lively, "spirited" companion..... The loss of a pet leaves a hole in one's life.
ReplyDeleteBest regards, Sue
That's so sad!!
ReplyDeleteI attended a funeral yesterday, My fathers cousin, the last living elder in my Family in Canada. He was 90 and was suffering Alzheimer's and had a stroke a few weeks ago. Strange watching someone being lowered into the ground, then we each shovelled dirt onto his pine box.
The death of ones furry companion is no less important, I hate to imagine life without my canine friend.
My condolences Graham :(
Thanks to each of you for your commiserations and kind words Friends.
ReplyDeleteVery sad. Since you have written about him and posted pics you must have been close.
ReplyDeleteJust wondering if a snake attacked him, then the snake would have eaten him right? I thought most of those snakes can eat large animals.
I think that the only snake which would swallow a cat is a Python, Bill - it's unlikely that Spirit was 'attacked' by a snake, it's likely that he encountered a large Cobra and didn't recognise the danger, probably wanted to play ...
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about Spirit's passing. I remember enjoying reading his exploits on your blog. He seemed to be aptly named as he was indeed both highly spirited and a free spirit. He lived free and touched lives. I'm sure he would not have had it differently. Sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteThanks Calvin
ReplyDeleteSorry this happened.
ReplyDeleteHi Graham .. "so long Spirit" - as you say .. it's nature's way - that we forget so easily .. still not easy for us humans to come to terms with as animals continue to live with us .. with thoughts - Spirit certainly had life while he was with you .. Hilary
ReplyDeleteI own two cats...
ReplyDeleteAnd I understand your feeling...
I am so sorry for your loss Graham. RIP Spirit :(
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