Whiskey, my beloved little Rat buddy, has passed on. She died last evening, here in the office. She was looking poorly when I got her out to bring her in here, having breathing problems. She was very old for a Rat. They usually live about 2 years max. She was over 4 years old. She will be greatly missed.
Her last pictures yesterday with me in the office. You can tell from her eyes, that she is not feeling well.
She was laid to rest out back, in her house.
This, is how I will forever remember her. Full of life, and teasing her buddy Reboot. Watching me, as I play on the computer. 
I will surely miss her.
Based on her age, you must have given her a good life, and for that you should be very happy. Imagine the life that some her buddies would have had, scavenging for food, perhaps digesting poison etc. etc. Be happy that she moved on to the next great adventure without too much trouble. 🙂
Yes, Colin. I spoiled her that is for sure. I’m glad she lived with us, and never knew those hardships.
I’m sorry she is gone. You have her a wonderful life.
Thanks, Anne. She was a joy to have around.
Good pets never last long enough, do they?
Aw, my condolences, Ron! Our pets are like family, and it’s soooo tough to lose them!
I can’t get over how laid-back both rat and cat are with each other, in that video! So sweet!
Take care…
Reboot never once attempted to get angry or bother Whiskey. They got along from the time Whiskey was 3 days old.
So sad to lose any pet, and the video shows she had a happy life, even with a cat in the house.
Four years is a long time in rat years, and a testament to your good care of her.
Best wishes, Pete.
She had a good life, and care. When it was her time, it occurred within six or so hours. Thanks for the comment. I am working on this blog. Hoping to get the bugs out of it.
commiserations. It’s sad seeing them decline. And then they leave you.
At least she didn’t really suffer, Cathy. She just settled down and went to sleep.
What a loving tribute. I am sorry you lost your little buddy. ??
I’m sorry you lost her. Looks like she enjoyed living with you and Reboot. RIP Whiskey Girl!
Thank you, Kate.
I’m so sorry, Ron. She was well-loved and you gave her a great life.
Thank you.
Thank you all, she was really something. For some reason, my blog has lost it’s mind. I can’t comment to the individual posts at the moment. So I am trying this comment method.
Thanks,
This is fine Ron! Regards. Colin.
Thanks, Colin. I am still working on it. So it may go up and down till I figure it out.
Sorry to hear this Ron. I’ve not been around for any Whiskey blog posts as I’m a recent follower, but I have lost beloved pets, so I know that gut punch you get. No more pets for me as it’s too difficult.
I won’t replace her. It’s just too hard. Thanks for the comment and kind words, Linda.
You’re welcome Ron – I know that sentiment. I gave all Buddy’s things (cage, toys, treats) to a bird shelter when I picked up his ashes.
I loved the video, especially the way she had a very specific way she wanted the cloth in her house to be placed. I am sorry that you lost her. She gave us some pleasure too!
Yes, I always liked to watch her adjust her cloth the way she wanted it. Sometimes, she would spend a good while adjusting it, laying down to see how it felt, and then try again. Thanks for the comment, Elizabeth.