Puddin' passed away on the afternoon of October 6, 2007 with the help of the compassionate staff at the Calgary North Veterinary Clinic, following a seizure that resulted in severe neurological damage including acute blindness and partial paralysis. She was in no pain, and was purring right up until the end as I held her. She was a tiny kitty - only 6 or so pounds - but she had had the spirit and attitude of a full grown tiger. When she was younger, Puddin’ was one feisty character. She loved to play chase and fighting games, and one in particular where "I've got your head/I've got your tail" would have us going back and forth. She was never afraid to voice her displeasure with someone, and could be a bit of a hisser and a biter - especially with the vet who made her particularly snaky. But she was also wonderfully compassionate. If ever I was feeling down she would be there with her little paws to massage away my sorrows. My kitten was more than a bit spoiled - she loved to drink right out of the tap rather than from a dish (especially as I brushed my teeth in the morning) and I usually indulged her. I also couldn't help myself from feeding her tidbits of people food, or allowing her to lick my plate at the end of a meal. Her favorite was Kentucky Fried Chicken, which she would occasionally be brave enough to snatch right out of my hand. Perhaps because she was so spoiled, she never did tolerate having any other animals or even small children around. Instead, she loved to be the only centre of attention and would present herself to the feet of anyone who sat down in the living room, looking for a little rub - especially if those stinky feet belonged to my dad! She loved to have her chin stroked, and her ears scratched. In her later years, Puddin' became quite the lap cat and could often be found curled up with me on the big recliner in the living room, either next to my feet or snuggled into my stomach as she kneaded away. She slept with me almost every night, preferring to either cuddle on my chest or lay next to my hand where I could pet her the moment woke up every day. As my best friend, constant housemate and loyal confidant for over 14 years, Puddin' will forever hold a piece of my soul - she is missed beyond measure.