In December of 2016, I noticed George's stomach to be very swollen. The swelling only got worse throughout the week. On the 17th i took him into the vet, and he was diagnosed with FIP. The vet told us he wouldn't make it, and that it would be best to put him down within the week. I was only 11 at the time and George was my best friend. He was the best cat that anyone could hope for. Reading through the stories about all of the other cats who have been killed by this disease, i realize how lucky i was to have him for two years compared to the mere months that others have had. I was terrified, but i loved him too much to see him deteriorate anymore. So on December 23, 2016, George was euthanized. I remember seeing the look in his eyes as e got the shot that put him to sleep and it breaks my heart every day. I hope he knew in that moment how much he was loved. I love you and miss you.- Emma