but apparently its not kitten season till april onwards, when would be the best time to get one. I dont want to buy one from a private owner because they cost hundreds and I just want a moggie.
2007-02-06 07:01:08 · 16 answers · asked by charlie 3 in Pets ➔ Cats
I like kittens and I like cats dont worry, Im not one of these that is going to get fed up as soon as it is an adult, The reason I want a kitten is so she can get used to my big, but gentle, family. Cats tend to be stuck in their ways because they are used to what ever they have lived in, and besides a lot of the cats arent lap cats that I have looked for and wouldnt be suitable for my circumstances.
2007-02-06 07:47:17 · update #1
Hi Katie, you're right, there aren't many kittens around at the moment - though of course there are older cats - however I understand your reasons for wanting a little un.
I'd use the CatChat site to look up your local rescue centres & maybe get in contact with your nearest - they may wish to do some checks on your & your home before letting you adopt a kitten so if you get all that out of the way first, then it will just be a case of waiting for the right one to come along.
The best time to get one for you is when you have some holiday due (that's if you work, go to school or college) so that you can spend as much time as possible with the kitten during its early days in your home. Things will be really strange for him/her, especially if he or she is on its own (though of course they do sleep a lot). Have you considered getting two? I know, twice as much cost to feed & look after but more than twice the fun - plus they'd have each other for company when you were out.
The Cat Chat website - there's a link on the left hand side (down a bit) that allows you to search for rescue centres near your location. Good luck.
http://www.catchat.org/
2007-02-06 08:24:58 · answer #1 · answered by Solow 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rescue cats make great pets. I initially wanted a kitten but the RSPCA will only adopt kittens into homes that are occupied most of the time (i.e. where someone is at home during the day). They will also do a home visit. The benefit is that they will be treated for worms, fleas etc and usually microchipped too. Older cats are also neutered too.
In the end I chose a grown up moggy and was really glad I did. They usually tell you a bit about where each cat has come from and recommendations for a new home (whether they like other pets, children, indoor lifestyle etc.). Please don't rule out a grown cat! Mine gives me great joy (most of the time!). Spend a bit of time with them and introduce family members while they are at the shelter. Take time and go back a few times if you don't meet the cat of your dreams first time.
If your heart is set on a kitten and you just can't wait, try looking in your local vets for ads. Unexpected litters are often advertised there and they will probably be well cared for ( they probably use the vet!).
I am not convinced that kittens only happen from April. I have seen kittens in January although it may be an exception....
Happy moggy hunting!
2007-02-06 08:59:16 · answer #2 · answered by Rats 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know your reasoning behind wanting a kitten, but adult cats make great pets too, and are more in need of a home than kittens. You can even probably get an older kitten (like 5-7 months old) from a rescue organization.
2007-02-06 07:10:09 · answer #3 · answered by erinn83bis 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
consider adopting slightly older cats. I got 2 from a rescue centre 6 months ago, I got a 2 year old tom and 3 year old female, we had initial problems because we had a dog but within 3 weeks everything was fine. They had been reported as not liking affection but now they are always sat on someones lap. The other advantages is they wont scratch your house to pieces like kittens do.
2007-02-07 09:46:41 · answer #4 · answered by jan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do them and the world a favor and consider taking an older cat. Many of the rescue cats are young mothers and their kittens find homes and they get passed over for adoption. There are many benefits to taking a mature cat and then you might find a kitten later in the year to match up with the one you adopt.
2007-02-06 07:06:45 · answer #5 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kittens have this distressing habit of growing up. Adult cats may be cuddly, though most are not, and they are pretty or beautiful, but no longer cute. They have minds of their own Do you like adult cats? If not, adopting a kitten can be a form of cruelty. Get a furry kitty from a toy store. They stay cuddly forever.
Remember, too, that animals in rescue homes are there because they have been abused. This trauma profoundly effects their disposition.
2007-02-06 07:34:07 · answer #6 · answered by Helmut 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Kitten are available year around. Check with other shelters and animal control. However, there are often great young adult cats available with super personality. Please consider one of these animals, it's often the older cats that do not find homes and end up euthanized.
2007-02-06 07:07:41 · answer #7 · answered by Shelly C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm so glad that you are considering adopting a kitten from a shelter!! Please view this website http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/9902/2002weeklycatlist.html
They do have kittens. If you dont find what you're looking for then email them and find out since they get pets very often to this shelter and the information may not be uploaded on the website daily.
2007-02-06 07:05:10 · answer #8 · answered by MeMeMe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact the cats protection league http://www.cats.org.uk/homeacat/how_to_get_a_cat.asp
they have cats and kittens that need re-homing all the time...I got 2 from them myself and they were fantastic and gave me loads of help support and advice.
2007-02-06 07:07:12 · answer #9 · answered by blazing_staruk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please try the rspca. Cats have two seasons a year. one early and one late so there are probably kittens around now. You could also look on the notice board in your local shop and the pet shop??
2007-02-06 07:28:28 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋