I had 2 Manx kitties, very sweet and well trained! A couple of weeks ago we were supposed to move into another community that doesn't allow pets, we had searched way before that for a place where the cats can stay temporarily but couldn't find one. We put an add asking for new loving home for them, and we found a guy who lives in a close complex who wanted them. We gave them to him and we gave him all of their furniture and toys and a new bag of food and litter and we told him we don't want money, because we rather he spent it on them. Now 2-3 weeks later it turned it we are not moving - we cannot afford moving no more, financial problem - so we are staying in the same complex. I want to take my kitties back, but don't know what to do. After this happened I was crying to much and I can't stop crying! I told my husband I wish I never gave them away! And if I ever get them back I won't move to a place that doesn't allow pets! I thought about asking the guy, but what if he says NO! Help!
2006-11-28 07:21:39 · 23 answers · asked by Flower Girl 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
I'm afraid that if I ask him and he doesn't agree, he might get nasty and doesn't allow me to see them no more from time to time no more!! I know it's a 50-50 situation, but what would u do if you were in my place?! ;_;
2006-11-28 07:33:14 · update #1
Thank you everybody for your help!!!! My husband just called the guy for me, and he told him that we are staying in the same complex. Then all of a sudden the guy offered to give them back since the reason we gave them away was we're moving! He said we can take them tomorrow!!! I burst into tears when I heard that, sounded like a CRUEL joke, but it is true!! OH God, thank you! Thank you all for all of your help and support I'm so happy now, and can't wait until tomorrow! Now I can finally eat and enjoy my day!
2006-11-28 11:05:31 · update #2
Just explain the situation to the guy and ask nicely to have your pets back.
2006-11-28 07:28:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What if he says yes. Not to put too fine a point on it, but if you don't ask then you are sure not to have what you love back in your life. Here is my suggestion, you may use it as you wish. Go talk to the man, and do this: Tell him the truth! You obviously miss them and you seem fairly heartbroken about it. Given the comparative relationship that each of you has with the cats, he would have to be pretty selfish and heartless to refuse letting the cats go back home with you. In all reality, it would be in the best outcome for the cats as well. You are right to think that he will be sad to lose the cats, that is natural. But he will find another pet that I am sure he will love. You are not going to kill him, I promise. Ultimentally it is up to you though. I really hope that it works out for you, Hugs, Jack of Hearts
2006-11-28 15:48:48 · answer #2 · answered by johuckabee@sbcglobal.net 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a tough situation. Too bad you didn't have relatives or friends that could have kept them until you were allowed to keep them at your residence. Yes, I would explain the situation to the man and ask for them back. The worst he can do is say no. Honestly, being a cat person, I would never have decided to move to a place that didn't except pets. Once you get a pet, it's for the life of the pet. Good luck. I hope you get your cats back.
2006-11-28 15:47:43 · answer #3 · answered by Willow 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
All you can do is ask the guy that you gave them to. If he says no (as he has a right to, they are HIS cats now) then he says no.
You gave them away and that's that. I am sure you regret what you have done but you have to live with the decision that you made when you decided to give them away.
Personally I think that you should let the guy keep them. Get your life all sorted out, make sure that you are going to be living in a cat friendly residence for the next ten to fifteen years or however long your next cat(s) will live and then get another pet.
What if the guy gives them back to you and then you change your mind or something happens where you cannot keep them again?
Think what is better for the cats. At this time I would say that it is staying with their new owner.
2006-11-28 15:33:10 · answer #4 · answered by msnite1969 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
oh, i am so sorry about what happened! i would be so torn if that happened to me too. okay, so you really should ask the guy. before he can answer, offer to buy him two more Manx cats to replace the ones you gave him, and maybe let him keep some of the kitty toys. if he says no, you should still persist, but if he is set on not giving them back, you can still see them. i'm sure he will understand, but don't just ask for them back and not give him anything in return because if there is nothing in it for him, i don't think he'll see a point in giving them back. good luck and i really do hope you get your cats back.
2006-11-28 15:47:51 · answer #5 · answered by water_admiral 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you could ask for the cats back; However, he may have gotten a bit attached to them. If you are perfectly honest, and speak from your heart, I'd have to say he'd give them back. Maybe a giving him some type of monetary 'help' for taking care of the cats and maybe for whatever else he may have done, (treats or whatever he may have bought).
If done of this work, please check the animal shelter or your local pet store where the Humane Society usually sets up to find homes for unwanted kittens, puppies, cats, and dogs. These is how we got our very funny Rott/Bloodhound, (who has no idea how big she is).
We have a 14 week kitten....my husband found her, in the middle of the road, when she was just 5 weeks old; The vet gave her a clean bill of health. Watching the 14 week kitten and 2 year old Rott/Bloodhound play is just way too funny.
Give the Humane Society or the Animal Shelter a chance.....even though they may not be pure breed cats, they will give you hours of love and laughter, (my daughter has adopted 4 cats from the pound).
Please keep us posted and I wish you all the best.
2006-11-28 15:41:51 · answer #6 · answered by Pattie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, there's no way you can legally get your cats back, what I know, since you DID give them away.
What you CAN do, however, is go to the guy and explain the situation to him, and ask if he could possibly consider letting you have the cats back. I know that if I was in his situation, having taken in a cat because the owner was moving to somewhere they couldn't have cats, and it turned out the move was cancelled, I'd give the cat back if I was asked.
Just be careful not to sound demanding, because then he might say no just because he doesn't like your attitude.
*hugs* I hope it goes okay for you.
2006-11-28 15:26:45 · answer #7 · answered by chibs 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Since it has only been a couple weeks, I would definitely ask him for your kitties back. Just explain the situation and I am sure he would be understanding. If he is not, offer to buy them back. I would also recommend going over there in person. It's a lot harder to tell someone "no" to their face. Good luck!
2006-11-28 15:31:02 · answer #8 · answered by Summer 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think if it was me, I would have to go ask him.
Explain the situation to him, tell him you have made a big mistake giving the kitties away therefore you no longer wish to move home. I think its just a matter of whether he says yes or no.
Good luck and let me know the outcome.
Linda
2006-11-28 15:55:19 · answer #9 · answered by vintage-topper 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am sorry to hear of your sadness. I would ask him soon. Before he gets to attached or may find a buyer since they are pure breed. You did give them to him- But if he is an okay guy and knows of what happened, and you explain the latest twist, then you just may have a chance to get them back. This is what you want- so call him now. GOD BLESS YOU! sus04mc@yahoo.com P> S> it would not hurt to call on GOD for help before you call.
2006-11-28 15:34:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋