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Looks like I may have found a home for Ivan (the ADORABLE grey foster kitten). He's supposed to go to his new home Friday evening, so they can have the weekend with him. I'm both
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at the same time - we're getting pretty attached already. I really wish we could keep him, but we both really feel we're maxed as far as space and resources go with 5 cats, 2 dogs, and a HUGE stray puppy that still needs a home. I know some people manage to take care of lots of cats, and I tip my hat to all who do, but personally I feel that having more will take away from our existing pets, who are not young - they need all the time and attention we can give. I'm still gonna miss him, though!
We're giving him to a friend's sister, which will be nice b/c we'll have contact with them to see how he does. However, I'm a little worried b/c they've never had a cat before. I've told our friend to let them know to call if they have any questions, and that if it doesn't work out, we will happily take him back. I wish I could just point them to TCS for advice, but they don't have Internet service. So, I'm planning to give them the new kitten packet that the vet gave me when I got his first shots - it comes with a cat care book. I'd also like to print out some info for new kitten owners for them - new kitten owner responsibilities, introducing the kitten to their dog (they have a small dog), kids and kittens, kitten care & safety, introducing a kitten to a new home, anti-declaw stuff (I DON'T want him declawed!), etc. etc. etc.
Can you guys point me toward some good articles I can print on these and any other useful subjects?
Any advice for me about how to question them to know they'll be responsible with this little guy, without offending them? They are relatives of Hubby's friend, but I want to be SURE he'll be well taken care of. He's said they're really excited about getting a kitten.
I sure hope I'm doing the right thing!
Looks like I may have found a home for Ivan (the ADORABLE grey foster kitten). He's supposed to go to his new home Friday evening, so they can have the weekend with him. I'm both
We're giving him to a friend's sister, which will be nice b/c we'll have contact with them to see how he does. However, I'm a little worried b/c they've never had a cat before. I've told our friend to let them know to call if they have any questions, and that if it doesn't work out, we will happily take him back. I wish I could just point them to TCS for advice, but they don't have Internet service. So, I'm planning to give them the new kitten packet that the vet gave me when I got his first shots - it comes with a cat care book. I'd also like to print out some info for new kitten owners for them - new kitten owner responsibilities, introducing the kitten to their dog (they have a small dog), kids and kittens, kitten care & safety, introducing a kitten to a new home, anti-declaw stuff (I DON'T want him declawed!), etc. etc. etc.
Can you guys point me toward some good articles I can print on these and any other useful subjects?
Any advice for me about how to question them to know they'll be responsible with this little guy, without offending them? They are relatives of Hubby's friend, but I want to be SURE he'll be well taken care of. He's said they're really excited about getting a kitten.
I sure hope I'm doing the right thing!