Before you got your second one and adopted another kitten to your small family: you and your first cat, did you ever think or doubt that you can love another cat as much as your first? Did you fear that you will differentiate between the 2? That you won't give as much love and affection, warmth and time and care to the second one when he comes along? I want my first cat to have a buddy, but I'm scared that also will mean her needing me less and having less time for me! They say that a cat who has a companion lives longer, just as a human with a companion lives longer. I want what's best for my baby, but after 3 years of me and her alone, I can't see how we can fit a new pet with us.
2007-01-07 23:41:18 · 9 answers · asked by Changed by Lithium 3 in Pets ➔ Cats
Two cats are always better than one for many reasons:-
You're saving two lives instead of one.
One cat can become lonely
They help each other burn off energy
Fewer behavior problems with two cats
Curiosity overcomes "food finickyness."
They act as pillows for one another.
Having two cats is insanely fun.
They will each have a friend for life.
I would say that definatley get a kitten rather than an older cat as your baby will except it quicker and nerture it. As most things it will take time but will be well worth it in the end and she will love you for it.
2007-01-07 23:54:35 · answer #1 · answered by nightshadeblue 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never had a problem like that. I have always had two cats at a time, and just cycle in a new addition to my happy brood as they get old and pass away. I recently adopted a rather large male cat as a companion for my female. They fought a bit at first (to establish who was the alpha-cat I suppose) but now they get along great! Just make sure you give personal time to each, as well as time with both of them. Good Luck!
2007-01-07 23:46:09 · answer #2 · answered by rowan8286 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You won't love either less - but the new kitten might naturally require a little more attention. And you'll be lucky if they're friends enough to completely ignore you from time to time, but it's more likely that they'll merely tolerate each other. Either way - you'll still be number one. (I have three - 6 years old, 5 years old and 3 years old, so I know this twice over.)
Just prepare yourself for a very unpleasant living environment for the first two to three weeks while they get used to each other, and while the new one acquires the smell of the "family".
2007-01-07 23:49:55 · answer #3 · answered by Angelpaws 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay..I grew up on a farm....and still am. My whole life we had tons of cats and all sorts of animals.I've never really had a problem dealing with getting new cats, because over all cats are very independent and take care of them-selves.I've never seen a cat get jealous or anything like that, the one thing I would say though is that you should probably get a younger kitten.it'll be easier on everyone.
2007-01-07 23:56:52 · answer #4 · answered by blueeyedrapture 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-30 08:08:00 · answer #5 · answered by stever 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am an animal lover, and i think you are reading way too much into this new cat thing. Chill out, and get the other cat. It will only enrich your lives, not detract from them.
2007-01-07 23:46:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you fall inlove with your new companion you couldn't imagine life with out him/her.
2007-01-08 00:50:27 · answer #7 · answered by Miss Pastry 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'm a single and i don't have on dogs or cats
2007-01-08 02:34:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I own a dog, cant rally stand cats.
2007-01-07 23:43:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 5⤋