| Do I get one or two cats?
If you are not going to be around much for your pet you may want to consider getting two at the same time, especially if you are getting kittens! Cats do like company and will be bored to tears if left completely alone. Animals without company (human or feline) usually are not as well socialized and will not have expanded their mental capabilities to the fullest (similar to a child who grows up alone). Kittens who are raised together will grow up to be great friends, just like Joe and Seafore , make sure you still give them enough human contact or they will grow up to ONLY like each other. Littermates or cats that grow up together become bonded and if separated get depressed, yes, just like us humans. So if you are getting more than one don't split them up later on in their lives. If you are introducing a new cat into your home after your first cat is already grown or has already staked out his/her territory can be tricky and more difficult. I still find it challenging and complex. Usually getting advicxe is hard becuase cats have such unique personalities. In my experience the best advice is again from your local cat resue shelter: they deal with cats day in and day out and usually volunteers are fairly experienced in the process of introduction and cat behaviour. If you are unsure of the best course of action you may want to talk to your vet, breeder, or someone at your local shelter. BACK |
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