My beloved cat of 16 years, is going to the vet tomorrow. She suddenly dropped a lot of weight, quit grooming herself and has developed massive matts. She does not look good. I am really hoping it will be something simple, I know the odds are against us considering her age. She has been the best cat ever. She helped me raise my kids. She actually used to get them up from school. When I would tell them it was time to get up, and of course they wouldn't, she used to jump on their beds, stand on their chests and meow in their faces until they got up! She is such a part of our life. I just hoped I could have some people pulling for her, her appointment is tomorrow at 4:00. Thanks a lot. (yes she is a female, I let the kids name her and thats what they came up with - Jake.)