Patti, Don't hold out too much hope. Can you imagine giving up a family member that's been with you for 11 years? It's tough, heartbreaking and almost unbearable to live with.....
(this from someone who lives it every day!)
But keep in touch with the new mom to be, keep all avenue's open. Let her know whatever she does decide you'll realize it's the best for Figaro and your door and heart will always be open to give him the love and care as did she. it won't be easy on Figaro having a new baby in the home, a new competition and hopefully he won't acquire any issues... if he does those can be worked through with patience.
Too2