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Posted on July 3, 2025July 2, 2025 by Robyn

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I am so very sorry to report that last evening, Millie – the little gray and white kitten – passed away.

I’m sad to admit that I wasn’t really surprised. I’ve been tube feeding her every two hours since late Sunday. She’d been “off” since she was born, and though they looked her over at the vet’s office when Lilia and the kittens were there on Monday, there was nothing outwardly wrong with her. There’s a limit to what they can do with 3-ounce kitten to figure out what’s wrong; I thought (hoped) that if I kept her fed and pottied, she’d eventually figure out how to nurse. By yesterday morning she was markedly weaker and though I kept up the feeding at the same pace and amount, she started losing weight.

I went in to bring her to the kitchen for her feeding around 8, and found her gone. When I picked her up Lilia sniffed her, licked her, and then turned back to the other kittens.

(I am not worried about the other kittens; they are all gaining weight at the perfect rate – 10+ grams per day – and are wiggly and active. Lilia is keeping them well fed.)

We buried her near Natalie.


On the way to one of her many tube feedings.


I wish I had taken more pictures of her.

(I apologize if any of this doesn’t make sense – I’m going on very little sleep right now. I also apologize that this is coming out of the blue to y’all – I didn’t mention that Millie was having issues, because I hoped very much that it would be temporary and she’d end up pulling through.)

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Posted on social media (Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/Tumblr/ Bluesky) yesterday.


You’re ding dang right Sebastian’s still getting a bottle every morning. Does he NEED it? Nope. Do I? Kinda! It’s a very low-pressure way to get a few moments of pure happiness every morning. If he drinks it? Great! If he doesn’t? That’s fine too! Not like he’s going to starve to death, he’s eating solid food just fine. At this point the formula is so watered down that it probably only has the barest hint of formula flavor. I sure do like to see those ears wiggle. (He’s 10 weeks old.)


Say hello to the Alphabet Soup Gang – girls Millie (gray and white) and Patsy (all black), and boys Nolan (black with white paws, chin and belly) and Owen (all black.) (Owen and Patsy will be getting the tiniest dabs of fingernail polish on their ears so I can tell them apart without having to pick them up and check their back ends.)


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There’s a whole lot of wiggling at the milk bar today.


Benji’s all “Don’t look, Ethel!” I love when the morning sun shines through the back window of the foster room, hits Natalie’s suncatcher, and throws rainbows all over walls.


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BOOP! (Sebastian)


Alphabet Soup in a pie plate? Very fancy! (Also, my favorite.)


Good night innernets. (Benji)

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Previously
2024: “I was NOT trying to break into your computer to order more Churu and toys, lady, but what was your PIN again? I’m sure you told me.”
2023: Wren’s the star of Whiskers Gone Wild.
2022: No entry.
2021: No entry.
2020: Some day Benjamin’s gonna get that ceiling fan pull; his brothers are cheering him on.
2019: (Apparently I interrupted an important Mama-NotTheMama conversation.)
2018: Casual pose to ever-so-casually show off those toes.
2017: “Haaave ya met my slappin’ paw?” asks Ressler.
2016: “Look at my toes, innernets. LOOK AT THEM. Aren’t they fabulous?”
2015: “Oh MY. ABNER!”
2014: Throw Back Thursday: Hydrox.
2013: “Toe-dor!”
2012: “Who, me? Sitting here to knock the little brat off the steps if he tries to come up? I’d NEVER!”
2011: No entry.
2010: No entry.
2009: No entry.
2008: Guess what sometimes happens when kittens ride in a car for the first time, and they are very scared?
2007: “You may NOT touch the belleh!”
2006: No entry.
2005: No entry.

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  1. Camilla says:
    July 3, 2025 at 4:57 am

    Really sorry to hear about Millie, i guess it’s part of the job but it seems such a hard thing for you to have to go through. I get why you didn’t tell us at the time, i think it’s one of those things where you’re thinking about it already and you don’t want everyone also constantly asking how they are, and heightening the stress! In these cases, i think you need to do whatever you must to keep yourself safe heart-wise, and i hope the remaining kittens and mama act as a comfort for any sadness. (Very glad to see Sebastian and his bottle is giving you some moments of bliss!) Take care of yourself and i hope you can get back some sleep soon!

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  2. Marion says:
    July 3, 2025 at 5:25 am

    I’m very sorry to hear about Millie, but not terribly surprised – she always seemed to be ‘away from the group’ in all the photos, and I was a bit worried about her. But in her short life she was very well looked after! I hope the other kittens and Lilia continue to do well.

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  3. Mary says:
    July 3, 2025 at 5:45 am

    So sorry about little Millie.
    I had a bit of a wonder or concern when we usually saw her snuggled up rather than wriggling up among the milk bar crowd.
    Keep loving with Sebastian and his very needed bottle wiggle ears.
    Thank you for your kindness to her in her little life. Xx

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  4. SC Amy says:
    July 3, 2025 at 5:50 am

    I’m so sorry…fly free little Millie!

    Gentle hugs to you Robyn.

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  5. Debra Miller says:
    July 3, 2025 at 6:21 am

    It is always so sad to hear of a passing. Sail on, little Millie. You have such good company next to you on your journey.

    Love to y’all!

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  6. Rachael says:
    July 3, 2025 at 6:55 am

    I’m so sorry about little Millie. I know you do your absolute best for every kitten and cat in your care, and it’s always heartbreaking to lose any. I’m glad she felt so much love in her short time with you, and I’m happy she’s next to sweet Natalie.

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  7. Joy Dunbar says:
    July 3, 2025 at 7:01 am

    I am so very heart broken that little Millie passed. She got the very best of care and was loved so very much. Prayers and hugs to you and Momma Lilia and family.

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  8. Kara says:
    July 3, 2025 at 7:08 am

    I’m so sorry about Millie and the other two lost kittens. Tiny newborn kittens are so fragile. I’m relieved that the other kittens are doing well and Lilia sounds like she’s on the mend. Robyn you’re a hero and doing the good work of the universe!

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  9. Kathy says:
    July 3, 2025 at 7:18 am

    So sad to hear about Millie, and I am glad the Alphabet Soup group has you watching out for them!

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  10. Eva says:
    July 3, 2025 at 7:25 am

    So sorry to hear of your loss, but like others, not surprised. When I saw your vid with Lilia and her babies, I was very worried to see Millie not nursing with the others. I trust you were very aware of it so didn’t comment and hoped for the best.

    Hopefully, you can rest now, as will Millie, before flying free to that beautiful Rainbow Bridge where they all wait for us. Hugs to you, Robyn!

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  11. Keri says:
    July 3, 2025 at 7:53 am

    I’m so sorry Robin. I had an infant daughter named Millie. She passed away on this date in 2010. Maybe they’re together playing at the Rainbow Bridge.

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    1. Robyn says:
      July 3, 2025 at 4:42 pm

      I’m so very sorry for your loss, Keri. I hope they are, too!

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  12. Barbara Reynolds says:
    July 3, 2025 at 7:54 am

    I just posted the other day that she was always off by herself and not snuggling with the other kittens. Another member also posted she was concerned. I knew something wasn’t right with her so this doesn’t surprise me . She was lucky to be cared for and loved by you. ♥️
    Bless you Robyn and Fred for all you do for this sweet souls.

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  13. Laurie says:
    July 3, 2025 at 9:03 am

    I’m so sorry, I had a feeling…..sure doesn’t make it easier….

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  14. Suzanne K Saville says:
    July 3, 2025 at 9:21 am

    Millie had the best life she could, living in her Mama’s arms. RIP Millie. Much love to you and the kitties.

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  15. Elaine Fetta says:
    July 3, 2025 at 9:43 am

    Ah, sad about little Millie. She was in the best of hands. It was just not to be. Think of the friends she will have at the bridge. I am sorry you had to go through this Robyn.

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  16. Emily says:
    July 3, 2025 at 9:54 am

    I’m so very sorry about Millie. You take such good care of these kittens. Please take gentle care of yourself too.

    And bless Sebastian’s adorable wiggly ears!

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  17. Maia C says:
    July 3, 2025 at 10:01 am

    So much sympathy to you, Robyn. You’ve had a lot of sadness recently. But Nolan, Owen, and Patsy have their mama because you recognized she was having problems and got her to the vet, and that’s a happy thing.

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  18. happy says:
    July 3, 2025 at 10:30 am

    Please do not apologize to us. We are given the privilege of sharing part of your life. You have such strength. And I thank you for all you do. I know visiting here is a bright spot in my day, even when some sadness is there.

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  19. Charlotte says:
    July 3, 2025 at 11:16 am

    I’m so sorry to hear about little Millie. It’s sad, but you did the very best you could do to help her. She was needed elsewhere I guess. Please rest and try to recover. Thank you for all you do for these little furry beings and for sharing both the fun and sorry with your followers.

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  20. Stephanie Federowicz says:
    July 3, 2025 at 12:16 pm

    So sorry to hear about teeny Millie. I read other comments that expressed concern about her, they were correct.
    Please take care of your heart. Thankfully Bash helps with his ear wiggles.
    Millie is on the Rainbow Bridge with the rest of your clowder.
    Thank you for everything you do for mamas and kittens, you have earned your Angel Wings.

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  21. Katherine says:
    July 3, 2025 at 2:55 pm

    Is it bad that the moment I saw the thumbnail on facebook I thought, “oh no….”?

    Yeah, that’s probably bad.

    I am so sorry to learn of Millie’s death.

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  22. Robyn says:
    July 3, 2025 at 4:43 pm

    Thank you all so much for your kind comments – I appreciate them so much!

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