How can I get over my cat dying?

The good part of this is that your cat had a great long life (15 years is something to be proud of!) and he died knowing he was loved and after having lived a good life. Donate some money in his name to a shelter or where ever you got your cat. Sometimes they sell bricks as a fund raiser at shelters and you can get your kitties name on a brick. Frame a picture of your special boy and put on your dresser.

You have to grieve the loss just like you would if you lost a member of the family. It takes time to get over it.

You are not pathetic, and it's okay to cry. This cat has been an important part of most of your life. I don't know what your co-workers are like, but the good ones will understand if you cry at work, and may even sympathize. The way this happened is very rough on you and it will take time to deal with it emotionally. I know from *very* personal experience.

Don't hold back; grieve as you must. Take what time you need. Don't feel guilty, as I'm certain from how long he lived that you did very well for him. Cats sense things differently, and I truly doubt he felt you took him for granted.

When the worst is over, do consider getting another cat. He can't and won't replace the one you lost, but he or she will fill an important role in your life that will be unfilled until you do.

My thoughts are with you in your loss.

My dog died last year I had him since I was four and I cried for a very long time too I felt the same way about taking him for granted but its a lession to learn, love your animals while you have them because you never know when they will go. Just remind your self you loved the cat as much as you could and the cat had a long happy life at work try and hang out with some Co workers that make you laugh to get your mind off of it. I still cry when I think of my old dog even after having get a new one. But if you are religious just think to yourself that your little Kitty is sitting up in the sky with hhis favorite toy watching over you.

Sorry for your loss. I've lost three cats in the past two years. I know it sounds kind of bad but the only way I really got over them was when I replaced them. Getting a new cat just got my mind off it

Since it just happened yesterday, it's ok to be very upset.. Take a few days of grief and I'd recommend searching where you could get a new cat

Hoped I helped :)

Good luck :)

I had to have my beloved Scottish Terrier "put down" because he was suffering. I insisted on holding him while the Vet administered the shot. It was instantaneous. I would advise anyone contemplating doing what I did Not to do it. I feel it's better you weren't there. Time will heal the grief you now feel. but never despair or have regrets. None of us are perfect. Our pets know us and our habits better than we do. If you cry at work, your co-workers will understand. Crying will relieve pent-up emotions. Give yourself a little time before deciding on a new pet. So Sorry for your loss. It was hard on you, for the cat grew up with you. You will always have that treasured memory.

First of all, Be strong. Words cant say enough the actual emotions we go through when we lose a loved one- be it a person or animal. Give yourself credit for being there when it counted. I have only had my cat since April of 2012 and she is sick. I will have to make the choice someday soon to let her go and be pain free. Take the time you need to mourn. Let it out. Then celebrate his life ! You will know what I mean when you take the time to catch your breath. I love my cat so much and I am sure I will need the support of someone soon. When your ready and able to move foreward maybe another companion will be good for you. Take Care.

I dislike using a cliche, "Time heals" either for a beloved pet, friend, family member, the pain is only different in levels, not only in the loss, but the grieving. You cannot replace him in the sense of your bond, just by getting another pet,,,hopefully, but eventually you might share the same feelings with another you and he experienced together. You need not strictly get over missing him, but as it is with people you've lost, you might consider, or remember what the good times were like.

He was family, you can't dismiss that, but you can keep the essence of him, somehow, close to you.

It's very understandable. Especially when you had him for years. But know he is in a happier place. You can buy another cat

Buy a kitten!!

Buy a mitten!!