In Memory of Millie 8/20/2020 – 5/23/2021
We often say good-bye to a member of the Shadow Cats feline family, but that never means that it is easy, or that any of us ever forget the impact they make in the time that they spend with us. Sometimes their lives are short and we wish with all our hearts that this was not so, but sadly this is all too true with FeLV+ kitties.
Millie lived her life as any kitten should, the two-speed thing, dashing all over and playing or asleep! She arrived at the sanctuary with her sister Callie, found on the streets in Farmersville, Texas, by a good Samaritan. Both had upper respiratory infections and were also found to be FeLV+. The good Samaritan contacted us and we had room so welcomed these two little bundles of fluff to the sanctuary. After a short spell in isolation, they both recovered and joined all the gangin Cookie’s Place. At the same time, another little bundle of fluff named Rupert had just joined us. Well, these three were almost inseparable! They were always together – fierce friends, wrestling buddies and just bundles of vibrancy in Cookie’s Place. Such a delight, so much kitten energy! This gang loved to be outside on the catios all lined up watching the rabbits, squirrels, and birds. So much to do they were always busy!
Millie was so cute as a young kitten. She was so lovable and entertaining, and as she grew a little older, she blossomed. So pretty, she was still a petite little thing and was so gentle. She would lay in your arms. She loved to be cradled like a baby, loved sitting on shoulders and she had the sweetest meow you would ever hear. She was such a happy little girl. Millie was loved by all the cats in Cookie’s Place. She played with the young ones, and the older ones seemed to take her under their guardianship. She could be seen cuddling with Uncle Tiptoe and Uncle Morris on most days.
Such a popular girl, she had a day named after her on the Shadow Cats: Behind the Scenes Facebook page – Mondays were named “ Millie Monday”.
Our sweet girl Millie became unwell a couple of days ago, due to kidney issues related to leukemia. She suffered a very sudden downturn and we rushed her to the ER where every effort was made to save her. Sadly, a long life was not written in the stars for Millie. Ever so gently, she crossed the Rainbow Bridge. She was held in loving arms with gentle whispers in her ears telling her she was the best kitty ever.
Almost a year old, Millie lived that year to the fullest. She lived it as any kitten should – happy, playful, and loved so very much every day. Fly high on your angel wings, sweet girl. Be free, play and frolic again. Rest easy, precious Millie, you will be missed. You were loved so much. Your memory lives on in our hearts.
Thanks to all who loved and cared for Millie – staff, volunteers, and her sponsors.
Millie had 2 Sponsors
Amy Juried
Robin Mayfield