Need some leval heads

I went to the humane society , yes I know I shouldnt .... I found a lovely fixed male bengal ( the red on twany) ... MY question is should I evan think about another ... I have Kandie the 16.5 yr old with crf... Gigi the spoiled 7yr old yorkie .. Zoey about a one yr old bengal mix... all are spoiled ... oh and a few small fish tanks... and a mom to take care of

Well, think about it this way~

Can you afford another pet? Do you have the time and energy for another? Do you have the space? How are your other pets going to take to a new cat?

Answer these honestly, I went through this when I wanted Tango (she has a very long story) and she was only supposed to stay with me for a day or so and I couldn't bear to give her up.

I was asked and could answer with postive answers that allowed me to keep her. If I were to ask the same now about a new kitten I know that I can't sadly.

If you can't bring him home have you thought about volunteering at the shelter. That may help you in knowing that they will be ok if they don't come home with you It worked for me!

Keep us updated!

Originally Posted by ash_bct

Well, think about it this way~

Can you afford another pet? Yes to a point , I have all current on shots and check ups ... I spend my extra $$ on my animals ....



Do you have the time and energy for another?I think so ... Kandie sleeps alot.. gigi needs walks alot .. Zoey is asleep eating or playing with me or herself ...


Do you have the space? three bedroom, one per cat


How are your other pets going to take to a new cat? Kandie about like Zoey , hiss to keep it away .... Gigi yeah another playmate to chase ... Zoey not sure she was at the same shelter and allowed to roam with other animals , she is getting over her feaqr off large dogs.. my fish well they have gotten used to Zoey swatting at them thru the glass


If you can't bring him home have you thought about volunteering at the shelter. That may help you in knowing that they will be ok if they don't come home with you

It worked for me! Yes I think about it alot ...

Keep us updated!

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Any advice?? read in the quopte sorry if that is not proper

Thats fine

Well, I can honestly say that with your answers, I would bring this boy home

A couple more things though!

With having the pets that you do, you should consider having a savings account specifically for your pets.
I have one and it saves a lot of headaches knowing that if an emergency comes up you will be able to take care of it.

If you bring this boy home, please do proper introductions! If you go to the Behaviour or Health & Nutrition forum and search for Introduction you will get TONS of great advice. Again saves a lot of headaches

Look into volunteering, the shelters appreciate it as well do the animals! Trust me, you will feel very good knowing that you helped out!

Hope this helps you a bit! Again, please keep me updated!

Ashley

Good luck! I'm not too level headed so I can't give good advice....I'd want to bring them all home!!

Would love too see pics if you decide to bring this baby home!!

Welp it depends on your life. Do you have enough money to feed the critters, time to love on them & spend with them, money for vet bills (or a credit card sitting empty waiting for illness/old age of cats)?

We all know ya room in your heart. That's the easy part. See I went to the Humane Society once, too. Just to take a gander. Wound up going through a background check and fallin in love with a little scrawny orange tabby. He was my fourth adoption! And last year, I took in two more!

I wouldn't have it any other way. And I have a kid to raise, a house that needs work, etc. But I tell ya if I could, I'd adopt more pets. I just know my limit.

So what's your limit? If you are considering adopting the lil guy, I'd say, you haven't hit the limit yet, and you should go for it. Remember to quarantine him in his own special room before letting him meet the rest of your clan, or who knows he might be like my Hammie and just bolt forth and put his paw out for introductions. Like others said be prepared for vet bills. I don't have a savings account because all of mine went towards my house, however I "had" an empty credit card ready for my older babies.

So that's some stuff to think about. From a level-headed cat momma.

What stood out about your situation was the 18-1/2 yo crf cat. That is a lot of strain on both you and the cat, and bringing in a new cat at this time could put additional stress on that girl. Bengals tend to be rowdy and may be too much for Kandie to handle right now.

My friend brought in a new cat from a shelter while she had an older crf boy. She felt guilty that she didn't spend as much time with the new cat because she was on constant watch with her crf boy. The new cat took a longer time to adjust because of it.

You asked for level headed advice. I don't want to discourage you, but have to advise to wait for a while and if you need that extra cat fix, volunteer at the shelter.

Originally Posted by Momofmany

What stood out about your situation was the 18-1/2 yo crf cat. That is a lot of strain on both you and the cat, and bringing in a new cat at this time could put additional stress on that girl. Bengals tend to be rowdy and may be too much for Kandie to handle right now.

My friend brought in a new cat from a shelter while she had an older crf boy. She felt guilty that she didn't spend as much time with the new cat because she was on constant watch with her crf boy. The new cat took a longer time to adjust because of it.

You asked for level headed advice. I don't want to discourage you, but have to advise to wait for a while and if you need that extra cat fix, volunteer at the shelter.

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Thank you , as I thought harder that vcame into play... I think one bengal is enough for now

As Katspixiedust said, it depends on your personal dynamics. Having a new bengal may work out as a playmate for Zoey, giving Kandi some extra TLC from you. I am a caregiver, too, and my cats & hens keep me sane. I afford alot less, but only in material things; I'd rather wear clothes from a thrift store & donate to a good cause. But that's my heart; yet, if I wasn't this way, my daughter would be in state care, so it works out well for her as well as the cats I've rescued. If you choose to wait, maybe the new guy will find another forever home & there will always be another kitty that needs your family. On the other hand,he does sound pretty, and if you're familiar with the breed, it sounds like a good fit. As for volunteering, do you get adequate respite care for your mom? It'd be a great thing if you could do it! I know that time & transportation are considerations for that venue as well.Decisions, decisions!! Please keep us posted! Sincerely, Susan

Originally Posted by sharky

Thank you , as I thought harder that came into play... I think one bengal is enough for now

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big hug for caring so much!!

I would honestly wait. It sounds like you have a pretty full household and you need to think of the comfort of your current pets. Personally I'd let the 16 year old finish out her normal lifespan and gradually start phasing out the fish. Once it is down to the two cats (7 and 1 year olds), then I'd start thinking about what to do next. This is just my opinion.