I have such sad news to share. Tudor just passed away.
He was OK this morning. As the day went on he got quieter and sleepier. Unfortunately there are NO emergency vet clinics open on the weekend in this whole county!!!
I have been sitting with him, all afternoon, giving him liquids and holding him. About 10 minutes ago I knew he was gone.
I did everything I could and have no idea what caused his death. Maybe his mother sensed something I didn't. and that's why she neglected him.
The one thing I can say I'm grateful for is that I gave him one week of life he wouldn't otherwise have had.
And I am crushed beyond repair.
Thank all of you who were such a part of his short existence on this earth.
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What a shock. I don't know what to say, except he knew he was cared for and loved his entire life. You are an angel.
Perhaps it was the fading kitten syndrome.
You gave him a great week.
I've lost an occasional kitten to "fading kitten" syndrome, a couple from my house cats and 4 more feral rescue kittens. My dear, Siwsan, as sad as these deaths are, nothing can be done about them. The term given to kittens dying between birth and when they’re weaned is “fading kittens.” Hypothermia Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and Dehydration are common causes, especially with feral kitties. You were doing the right things, but they don't always work. My heart goes out to you, but the final care you gave Tudor was all you could do in this case.
Safe crossing of the Rainbow Bridge, Baby Tudor. You were loved while you were here.
At least he had the one week where he could play with the other kitties and also know that he was loved.
I am thinking of you and sending hugs during this heartbreak.
You did everything you could - but even if a vet had been available it wouldn't have made a difference for a fading kitten. Sadly, it just happens. You gave him love and comfort while you had him and that's everything.
You did everything you could and you were there at the end for him to give comfort.
I know you are beside yourself with heart break. Poor little fellow. You are right, you gave him every comfort, nutrition and fluids and love for the week. You are so kind and generous, a true advocate for the kittens that are born without homes.
Poor little guy, probably had a physical impairment that caused him to not thrive like his siblings. Take care of you, and your own cats.
You are a blessing to all of them. May little Tudor R.I.P.
would not have had otherwise. We do what we can but some things are beyond our control.
Take care of yourself as you grieve, and cherish the other rescued ones that you have with you.
When you said he was lethargic this morning I had a bad feeling. I didn't want to say anything, I could have had that feeling for no reason.
I'm so sad, you had so much hope for him after all that you both had gone through.
Snuggle close to your other babies tonight. Maybe they knew too.
I am so sorry. You worked so hard trying to help that little guy thrive.
Know you must be heartbroken, and I’m right there with you.
Thank you for watching out for him. 💔
May he always be in your heart.
Thank you for giving that beautiful boy a wonderful life…as short as it was by our standards. You gave us joy via Tudor. You gave Tudor love, food, water and security. You gave him a gentle crossing. I wish I could hug you.
I feel like I knew that little mite and his brothers and sisters. You gave him a week of joy and for that you are blessed.
I know how hard you tried, how you let the little man in your heart, and how much you hoped for a better outcome.
I'm crying for and with you. I'm deeply sorry he didn't make it.
He knew you were holding him, and he loved you even more for being there to comfort him.
Thank you for sharing him with us even for such a short time. Such a sweet little thing. Sounds like his passing was quiet and peaceful, and you sure made him feel loved.
I am devastated, so I know you are absolutely crushed. He must have had some degenerative illness. Organs not functioning correctly, or something. You made him sooo happy while he was here. Keep remembering that. He's now jumping and playing on the Rainbow Bridge with all the lovely ones that went before him. Bless you for giving so much of yourself.
You did all you could for him. He had love and caring in his short life thanks to your kind and caring heart.
You have my deepest heartfelt condolences on the loss of your sweet kitten Tudor. I truly enjoyed your updates on his adventures and felled in love with him too. You did all that you could to help him. Know that we share your loss and will miss him too. Your not alone in your grief. Take care of yourself and hugged your other Kitties tight.
You did everything you could do. Please take care of yourself. These losses always take such a toll even when we only know them such a short time. They are all so precious. And so are you for taking such good care of them.
Your soul and Tudors soul will always be together along with all your blessed kitty family.
And may it be true for all of us.
a sweet gentle life cut short...I am so grateful you shared his brief little story.
Even though we were only distant observers we were able to send love and concern. You gave him some joy and an easier passing than he would have had, he knew love and that is worth more than we can ever know. He was a happy kitty for what time he had and it was because of you and your compassion. Please try to find some comfort in that.
And there are all those others who also need you, give them some love for me today too. Remember, we're here with you.
You have yet another little guardian angel hovering over you and your efforts toward his extended family of kitties.
May he RIP.
Hugs to you
You added comfort and joy to his short little life. Because of you, he knew love and warmth and comfort.
I don't have words to tell you how sorry I am.
So sorry to have seen this. I have been getting to know your latest set of kittehs and have been fascinated how you come up with the names. That little one has gone over the rainbow now and is at peace, and the journey was a gentle one.
I hope you can find some comfort in knowing you did everything you could for him, & he knew he was loved.
I read your post last night, and have been thinking of you all day today.
You have a real gift. Not everyone could do what you have done for these sweet babies, even people with love and compassion in their hearts.
You are a gift, to the kittens and cats you save, and to a person like me, who appreciates and admires all you do, and that you choose to share your loving journey with us.
My warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you.
Goddess bless. 
