All my sympathies for your loss! No matter how "right" or merciful the decision is in practical terms, it's still a head-punch & crushes ones heart to make it. It sounds like you acted for the best, as soon as you realized he was really ill.

Thanks for sharing the lovely photos too--what a handsome fellow! Fatty (& others) will definitely be waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge with happy memories & demands for pets & lovin'. <3 <3 <3