Whats the difference in personality between male and femal cats?

Question

I have a boy already and am looking for a companion for him. Should I get another boy cat or girl cat???

Answer 1

In my personal experience I have found that male cats are more affectionate than females. The only thing I would recommend is to get a kitten because it will be less a threat and the adjustment should go smoother. Sometimes mixing adult cats together turns into a battle!

Either way, be prepared for hissing and territoriality on the part of your first cat. It's normal and will diminish with time.

Answer 2

In my personal experience (as well as things I've heard from many others) male cats are generally more affectionate. Also, every male cat I've ever owned always seemed to have more of a personality than any of the females I've owned. Females tend to have an indifferent personality a lot of the time.

The basic guidelines for compatibility are as follows (from easiest to hardest); male and female, male and male, female and female.

We have one male and one female and they get along quite well. Play fighting, grooming each other, curling up together in the living room chair or on my son's bed. It's adorable:) But it didn't start out that way. For the first 4-5 days (which is a pretty short amount of time for this type of thing) they hissed and batted at each other a lot. Don't be concerned if this happens. Cats will work things out on their own and, as long as they're not hurting each other, it's best that we humans stay out of it. They must compete for alpha cat status and determine territorial bounds. My male is definitely alpha as he can go anywhere he pleases, but our female tends to stick to the living room. My male's favorite spot is our bedroom, and our female rarely goes in there.

We had wanted to get another male (and we probably still will), but we decided on a female because we weren't sure how Blaze would take to another male. I found Lotus and fell in love with her, and figured it would be a good way to ease Blaze into multi-cat household status AND monitor how he handled it. He did quite well.

In the end, it depends on your preference. Just make sure that both cats are neutered/spayed and monitor their interactions for a little while. If you DO get a kitten, it would be best to separate the older cat and the kitten at night and whenever you can't be home.

Good luck!

Answer 3

I've read in more than one source that it's easier to get two cats of the same gender to get along. I've only had males and the two I had at the same time got along great, though it took months before the established one finally accepted the newcomer.

It would be better if the newbie is young, possibly a kitten or at least an adolescent. Adolescent toms often attach themselves to older toms, much like a little kid who wants to hang out with the big kids. Often the older one will like the adulation and take the younger one under his wing as his protege. My late great Rusty was always taking on younger toms as his proteges, and my friend has a tom that does the same thing.

If you contact local rescue groups that care for their cats in foster homes you could tell them that you're looking for a young companion for an established male. They'll know the personalities of the foster cats and be able to help you pick one that's sociable with other cats and not aggressive. You can find rescue groups in your area by checking at Petfinder:
http://www.petfinder.com

Answer 4

I'd get a girl cat but make sure you have the boy cat fixed before he go into heat.or he will get your female pregnant. But if you decide to get a male cat get them both fixed or they will fight with each other all the time. Fixing the male cat is less money,then fixing a female. males are more playful and friendly then females ,but females can be sweet too if deepens on how you relate to your cat. but I like males cat the best. my males cat's name is Zuni and he is just a lover boy very sweet and friendly.If you are nice to your cats they will be nice right back.you have to get down their level of understanding before you can really understand how their minds work.

Answer 5

It has been my experience that boy cats are a lot nicer and affectionate that girl cats. Girl cats seem to be...well...bitchy. I personally would stick to the male cats. Just make sure both are updated on their shots before you put them in the same room.

Answer 6

Boy cats are more lovable and friendly. Female cats don't take well to new cats being brought in. I would say get another boy. Not only will you enjoy him more but your current kitty will get along easier with him.

Answer 7

Get a girl cat... but get them fixed.... I have 3 boys and 1 girl.. she is the mother of one of the boys and ' wife ' to another.. I know sounds silly but watching them some times..they are an old married couple. She keeps the discipline in the pack.
If you introduce another male you might have fur flying.. and lets face.. what would u prefer. !!!

Answer 8

It's hard to generalize because all cats are individuals...but...I introduced a younger female to an older male. He's very laid back, affectionate and cuddly and she's more playful, inquisitive and high strung. My male's quiet lifestyle was a little disrupted when she came to the house, but he's adapted pretty well.

Answer 9

Males will tend to be more affectionate toward the owners. Females, a little stand offish, but will still cuddle when they fel like it.

My female cat, Charmin, died at age 22.

Answer 10

If you get a female, have them both fixed so there's no chance of allowing the male to spray and the female to get pregnant. But if you get a male, again, get both fixed. Dont want them to spray or have unwanted pregnant cats around the neighbourhood!