Henry by Gage

 

" Henry "

Jan. 10 1999 ------- May 6 1999

Pastel Orange Tabby

"My Henry"

Henry was a tiny star who entered our home

residing in the grandsons residence at the age of 8 weeks.

Henry was a teeny but spectacular little guy.

He purred almost ever waking moment.

He allowed Gage to carry him everywhere and they

stayed so very close. When watching television Henry

snuggled close to Gage.

They were inseparable best friends first friends.

 

Henry never really grew... we all watched as the tiny ambassador

ate but stayed ever so small. Finally at age 20 weeks

3 short months after he arrived Henry was too tired he had a

tiny pot belly we had hoped he would be growing -- a trip

to the vets when he appeared constipated on May 5th affirmed

that Henry was too small Henry had a problem

Henry stayed overnight -- and Gage and the family

awaited his return.

Henry was eased to sleep in the wee hours the following morning,

a victim of the dreaded F.I.P. which he most likely succumbed

to shortly after birth.

 

His loss for the family was a tragic one and we all miss him,

though I fear not nearly as much as his young friend

Gage who called him "My Henry".

 

( When Henry arrived home from the vets Gage packed up

Henry's toys bowls blanket even his litter pan and the family

was instructed to bury them in the small grave with Henry.

Gage said " Henry will need these in kitty heaven."

Such a noble send off from such a young and caring 4 year old

master. His family and Grandma are ever so proud.)

Sleep well dear Henry!

 

 

Gage

 

 

 

 

 

 

Henry
Gage