Casey had one last romp "outside of the gate" and decided to lay down for her last rest. She led a full happy life for a cat. She dealt with having to wear a leash to go outside for many years. I'm sure she was thrilled the last 5 years to have a fenced in yard to run around freely (she couldn't jump the fence). The birth of the Magner children brought more and more chaos to the house but Casey was a good cat and always tolerant with the kids. Gabrielle: "She was the best cat in the world." Brianne: "I loved her." Killian: "Her name was Casey? I thought her name was NICE." Elise: "I have lots of wonderful memories of Casey. The past few years she was looking tired. I believe she is happier now. I don't think we could find another cat so tolerant of our family." Mike: "Yes, she was a good cat but No, we are not getting another pet."