The beloved baboon Cindy, who touched thousands of hearts, was put to rest after a long and difficult battle with illness. According to her human brother Ruben Lambrechts, they made the most heartbreaking decision on Sunday to let her go peacefully, to spare her any further suffering. “It is with the heaviest hearts that we share the news that Cindy passed away today.
“Today is one of the most heartbreaking days of our lives as we said goodbye to a sister, a beloved family member, and a mother to our animals. “Over the last while, Cindy had been struggling. She suffered from severe heart failure, which led to repeated episodes of pulmonary edema — fluid building up in her lungs.
“Despite intensive veterinary care, medication, oxygen, and constant monitoring, her heart and lungs could no longer cope. “ Ruben said after her third serious attack, and with the guidance of the vet, they made the call. “We made the most heartbreaking decision to let her go peacefully, to spare her any further suffering.
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In her final moments, we were holding her hand, speaking to her, and surrounding her with love.” He furthermore said Cindy was deeply loved and cared for every single day of her life. “She will be loved forever, and the beautiful memories we shared with her will stay in our hearts always. “We want to thank every single one of you for the overwhelming support, kindness, and love you showed Cindy and us, especially during the tough times.
It meant more than words can ever express. “We, and all of her animal family, will miss her presence deeply.”
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