Gone For Good

The day, Saturday, I took her in. That's the box I transported her in.

Friday I decided I had to take Hectina to the Humane Society in Phoenix. She's pregnant and probably due in 2 or 3 weeks. That's the major reason why I gave her up. Recently there have been 2 other cats coming into the backyard, but then hop the fence and run off when I open the door. I thought if she were to have her kittens either in the backyard or in the dirt by my house, the 2 other cats might eat them. I DID NOT want that to happen. Plus, once their born, and if they do live, when they start to grow I couldn't be having them run around the backyard.

If Hectina hadn't been a hussy she wouldn've stayed longer, but I do believe this is what was best for her even though it was really hard to take her in. I have to remember she was a stray very skinny cat and I just helped her fatten up a little bit times 5 (kittens).

The humane society said they'll probably spay her before she has her kittens, which means they'll kill the babies. When I heard that I was so upset! How could they do that? They're called the HUMANE society. But the lady said they get in like 700 cats a wk. Now that's insane. So I understand why they wouldn't want to bring 4 or 5 more kittens in to the world. But still, it's sad.

Lounging around before we left

Gettin' some lovin' for the last time

A big shout out to my friend, Beth, for going with me! It was hard to see Hectina go so having someone there with me was so nice. She had a very busy Saturday, but still took time out of her day because she knew this was hard for me. I'm so glad I didn't have to do it by myself. She's so very kind! Thanks Bethy!

P.S. Notice my shirt? It has broken hearts all over it. I thought it was PERFECT for the occasion!