Cats are just cool as hell, have at least 3 around all the time, some say not friendly and aloof, I say they will read the persona of a person and know right away if the person is good enough for that cat to connect.

I have had to put a cat down and it HURTS, but in the end I knew it was the best, did not want to see the little guy suffer, some of the hardest decisions are the best in the end. It is a kind thing not to allow the cat to just willow away slowly, if the cat could talk he would have thanked you for your kindness. The fact that you give your cat a good home, 3 squares and shot of catnip is the best we can do, and the cat had the best life you could offer, it was appreciated.

The best thing a cat does is purr what a great sound from a fuzz ball that will make you laugh and reward you with a head butt .......... crazy little creatures, glad they are here for us to have as pets.

Be sure to get another cat as soon as you find one you like, they are great helpers in the garage, hold down a lot of stuff by laying on the stuff, hell I have had all kinds of body panels and things that would have just flown all over the garage if had not been for that cat laying on them holding stuff down... A fact, when I come in from a run the cat goes over and sniffs the side pipes, funny as hell, must get off on the fuel smell or checking the tune on the motor.

Good luck Don, you sound like a person that deserves a cat and I hope you find another soon .....try and get a calico they are smart as all get out.. mine is named Turbo and it fits that crazy girl....