After sixteen years we lost Lotty Cat on Tuesday, 7th April 2026. Cara was present when she was born, helping her Mum, Evie. Lotty wasn’t breathing, but the vet guided Cara on speakerphone and saved her. Cara posted updates on the forum as things happened, so calling her Lotty was pretty obvious.
Lotty Cat in April 2010
Lotty came here with us and quickly settled in to rural life as chief rodent control operative. She actually caught four rabbits in one day! Eventually she retired and enjoyed a more laid back lifestyle.
Her health wasn’t great for the last months but following blood tests which showed a thyroid problem, she responded well to treatment and seemed to regain her condition. Over the Easter holiday she became unwell, by Easter Monday it was pretty obviously serious. The vet felt something more was going on than the thyroid problem, most likely a tumour, and that there was no hope for recovery.
She’s buried with our other cats, under the trees by the vegetable area. You always hope for more time, I really thought she’d enjoy this summer, but there are no certainties to life.
A Few Tasks
I didn’t feel like doing much over the weekend apart from making Lotty comfortable. Did manage a few tasks though.
Planted out the second tranche of broad beans, started off in rootrainers. The parsnips in their paper pots also planted out.
Tomatoes in Vitopod
All the tomatoes have been pricked out into individual 10cm pots. I’m keeping them in the Vitopod at 20ºC along with the chilli peppers. I’ll start hardening them off a little soon with a view to setting them out in the greenhouses.
Setting up the new greenhouse.
Brought the final wheelbarrow of soil down to the greenhouse border. My back is much improved but moving just half a wheelbarrow load requires care. Still able to move, so I did something right.
Having run the power cable through, time to set up the heated base propagator. I’ve had it since 2008, but the knob has been knocked off the thermostat by the storm that took out the old greenhouse. I should be able to buy a new thermostat and get it running again, silly thing to be sad about, but that’s me!
Still lots to do, second week of April and things ain’t going to plan. But, then again, when do they ever go to plan?
I’m really sorry you lost Lotty I have cats and I know what it is like when they pass away. All the best Jan
Every sympathy on loosing your furry companion. How ever long you’ve had them, there’s a feline shaped hole in life. I’m sure in time, another friend will come along to be Lotty2
Sorry you have lost a family member but the good times will stay with you. May you be temporarily be blessed without cat-crushed seedlings and plant pots.
I’m so very sorry for your loss, losing a pet is an inexplicably awful experience
Sorry to hear about Lotty, never easy but we try our best. Catching rabbits eh, how daft ! Good luck on the plot and hope the storms stay away.My problem is trying to break down clay or run a pottery class on site.
Hi , sorry to hear about your loss . She looks a lovely cat , gorgeous face . You both looked after her so well and she would know how much you love her . Your allotment will hold good memories which is how I think after our golden retrievers passed away . Keep your chin up and keep growing.
I’m sorry for your loss my cat is 16 I’m dreading the day when she goes i hope you get another cat some point all the best
Sounds like she was such a sweetheart. So sorry for your loss. I am going through similiar with my cats one is 16 and one is 17 both having health issues and feeling like we may be losing them soon. The garden is a good place to take our mind off our troubles that’s for sure.
How horribly sad, I know the feeling. A lovely story about her start in life and a very pretty cat, sounds like she earned her crust too.
I am so sorry. I shed a few tears hearing this as I feel the loss you must have. I get it. Yes, RIP Lotty Cat. Keep chasing those rabbits up there in heaven! x
I am so sorry you have lost Lotty Cat, your dear little companion. I know only too well the heartache of losing a furry friend, they are such a big part of our lives. Huge hugs xx
So sorry to hear about Lotty Cat.
I never knew it was possible to love an animal so much as we do our Tuppence (nearly 5yr old) ‘Kitten’. A very affectionate cat but a fierce fighter and rodent killer.
I know we (especially my husband) will be devastated when he dies – hopefully not for many years yet.
So sorry to hear your sad news. My heart goes out to the whole family as I know the pain you are all feeling.
Sorry about the loss of Lotty cat. My Holly cat became hyperthyroid at age 12; she was allergic to the medication. Sadly, it is a common problem.
Dear John,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Lotty. I too wish she had the summer. Rest and take care of yourself.
Am really sorry to hear the sad news of your lovely Lotty, hope memories of her happy life with your family help you over next weeks.
So sorry to hear about your cat passing. My sympathy- a few years ago I had to say bye-bye to my feline friend aged 15 and know how you miss their ways & company. Keep strong and enjoy the memories.
Our little furry friends bring so much into our lives. They don’t ask for much but give you so much love in Return. The memories of lofty will live in your heart forever.
So sad to hear about your beautiful girl. It’s something we are facing in the not too distant future. Keep her memories with you.
I’m so sorry you’ve lost your little Lotty. We take them for granted because… they’re always there. Then one day they’re gone, it’s only then we really appreciate how big a part of our lives they really are. She will still be on your allotment in spirit. She’ll never be far away ❤️
Sending hugs (I’m from the South in USA and that’s what we do down here) and much sympathy to you and your family in your sorrow.
So sorry to hear of Lottie passing away, they’re a big part of our life and you will miss her but there will be another furry friend who you’ll love just as much, I’m sure
So sorry to hear of your loss, people sometimes don’t understand the way they capture your heart. This crazy cat lady can’t bear any more sadness after losing our last one this time last year.
So so sorry to hear about Lotty Cat. Our beloved Squish died on Easter Monday at the age of 17. We’ve buried her in the garden and I’m wondering what would be an appropriate plant to place on her grave. It will need to flower in early April as she died on 6th April. They are such sweet companions
Sorry about Squish, it’s tough, I know. I’ve seen cats stop to smell the flowers, so appropriate. Depends where you are but primroses or daffodils might be nice. How about forget-me-nots?
Very sorry John to read about the passing of your beloved Lotty! They are part of the family, we lost our dear Cassie over 2 years ago and I still miss her! best wishes!
We lost our 2yr old baby cat on April 14th last year We put forget me nots on where we buried her. They were of the season and felt so appropriate.
Sorry for the loss of your Squish, that must hurt so much after such a long time together. I’m sure she is still close by you, just in another dimension ✨️
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your lovely cat. I sadly lost two of my old boy cats last year- one almost 17 and the other 13. I still miss them, so I know how much this loss is felt. You will have some wonderful memories of her though.Take care.
So sorry to hear about Lotty, she will be missed forever although it sounds as though she had a good life. We have a 19year old cat who came to us from mum when she died 6 years ago. When the time comes she will be greatly missed. Best wishes
I know how you feel but she was one of the lucky ones to be so missed. I wish all animals were so loved.
So sorry to hear of the sad loss of your beautiful Lotty Cat.
She will be with you all forever in your hearts ♥️
Hugs to you and your family John, Lotty’s photo is gorgeous X
John, so very sorry to hear about Lotty, enjoy your memories of her and remember the good times
So sorry you have lost Lottie. Our pets become part of the family and it is a real loss when they’ve gone. I hope you have lots of lovely memories to remember her by x
So sorry to hear about your beloved Lottie – she sounded quite a character! It’s devastating when they pass away but you have many years of beautiful memories of her. As a volunteer with the Cats Protection, sadly I deal with many cats that aren’t as fortunate as your Lottie. She was blessed to have a loving owner and family. Take care.
Thanks Lisa. All our cats over the years have either been rescues or strays who just moved in. Cara volunteered with Cats Protection, it’s emotionally tough but rewarding.
Sorry for your loss such a beautiful cat they can be great companion around the allotment
We have had seven cats and two still here and it has never been an easy time when we lost one. But they brighten up your life in ways that you wouldn’t believe. They give you affection sometimes when you need it most.
Sorry to hear about Lotty crossing the Rainbow Bridge