When I adopted Lil Buddy, the SPCA told me that an 8-9 years old cat was "just like" the senior cat I had planned for. Rubbish! There are days when he is like a young cat...zoomies, demanding DaBird again and again until I have a cramp in my arm, jumping on me from the cat tree when I'm slow to wake up, yowling for brushing/massage, etc. This so-called senior is a handful, and I'm so glad I didn't settle for an even younger cat. Seniors should have a senior cat. Period. Not only for their sake but for the cats sake too.I know the rescue I volunteered with, did not allow seniors to adopt kittens. If they insisted on adopting, then a younger family member, had to come forward, stating that they would take care of the kitten/young cat, if anything happened to the adopter. They stronger pushed for seniors to adopt an adult cat. ....
I just know in here, that seniors, especially those how have walkers, and motorized scooters are not safe with a kitten. I was surprised how many of them want kittens. Yes, they are cute, but just think of the calamities which can occur.
And let's face it. Cats do require care.. litter box cleaning, etc..
I am now in that 'Senior" category. I do not know if I could handle a kitten or even handle adopting again... wanting, but being practical..