Hello
I hope this is the right forum for this ....
For the past three weeks I've had my little guy (3month old ragdoll / birman mix). So far he's a single cat, simply for the reason that I've never had a cat, and I felt like I'd be too overwhelmed to take care of two cats from the start. I'd rather take it slow than be overwhelmed and regret it. I've gotten a huge shit storm for that decision from my 'friends', but I stand by it. I've now gotten used to the routine of having a cat (litter, feed, play, sleep, cuddles etc).
Three weeks in and I am confident that I can handle a second cat, and I know it'll be beneficial for him, too. He's been a good kitten so far. He's chill and loves to sit on my lap for the cuddles and scratches. And he talks a lot
But I know in the long run he could get lonely, especially when I am hopefully back to work in February.
So when would be the best time to get one? Is it okay to wait 'til the next year? Getting a new cat over the hectic holidays wouldn't be the best idea I guess.
Is there a certain breed I should avoid? I know bengal cats can be pretty active and as ragdolls are generally more relaxed, they would clash I'm afraid.
Should I watch out for certain character traits from him before deciding on another cat? Is it a problem that he keeps curling up on my lap when the new cat moves in? I've heard there can be some jealousy if one cat gets more attention than the other.
I've found a little guy who was born only one month earlier than my kitten. But in the description (a shelter) it says that he's still a bit scared and only gets confident and forgets about it when he's happy about food being served. Would a slightly scared kitten be an okay fit for mine? Maybe mine could teach him not to be scared?
I've got so many questions, sorry
~ Alexus & Lotor
I hope this is the right forum for this ....
For the past three weeks I've had my little guy (3month old ragdoll / birman mix). So far he's a single cat, simply for the reason that I've never had a cat, and I felt like I'd be too overwhelmed to take care of two cats from the start. I'd rather take it slow than be overwhelmed and regret it. I've gotten a huge shit storm for that decision from my 'friends', but I stand by it. I've now gotten used to the routine of having a cat (litter, feed, play, sleep, cuddles etc).
Three weeks in and I am confident that I can handle a second cat, and I know it'll be beneficial for him, too. He's been a good kitten so far. He's chill and loves to sit on my lap for the cuddles and scratches. And he talks a lot
But I know in the long run he could get lonely, especially when I am hopefully back to work in February.
So when would be the best time to get one? Is it okay to wait 'til the next year? Getting a new cat over the hectic holidays wouldn't be the best idea I guess.
Is there a certain breed I should avoid? I know bengal cats can be pretty active and as ragdolls are generally more relaxed, they would clash I'm afraid.
Should I watch out for certain character traits from him before deciding on another cat? Is it a problem that he keeps curling up on my lap when the new cat moves in? I've heard there can be some jealousy if one cat gets more attention than the other.
I've found a little guy who was born only one month earlier than my kitten. But in the description (a shelter) it says that he's still a bit scared and only gets confident and forgets about it when he's happy about food being served. Would a slightly scared kitten be an okay fit for mine? Maybe mine could teach him not to be scared?
I've got so many questions, sorry
~ Alexus & Lotor