besides the obvious-what's the difference between male cats and female cats?

I'm considering getting a kitten once I've moved and gotten settled, but I think I should get a male. if I got a female it would be to easy to compare the new kitten to Precious.

so, is there really any difference between the two? Precious was my first cat and she was already grown up when we got her, so as far as kitten care, I need to educate myself before I inflict this human on another cat LOL

Trust me the experts will soon help
I do the the dummies series of books they have good basic info....

Since you already have a female, getting a male would give the highest probability of them getting along, IMO. Male/male and male/female combos work the best. But, you never really know until you try.

I think Precious has gone to RB and he is getting a new 'only child' Cat.

Well, there are always exceptions to every rule and I find that cats are like a "box of chocolates" with their diverse personalities.
But I tend to find males are more goofy, playful and snuggly.
Females are more independent and aloof, but also playful.

But again, I have known one female who was a snugglebug.
Generalities exist but they are not absolute!

I would go down to the shelter and spend time with each kitten/cat alone.
You'll know

Good luck!

OK, so sorry, I didn't know your Precious was gone. It that case, it doesn't make any difference. Go to the shelter and look for the cat that's saying to you "take me home!!".

if i was you i wouldnt make any assumptions until you meet the kitten. you'll know straight away which one is meant for you.

I have found that my males are usually more mellow, but there are things I love about my girls, too. I agree with coaster about going and finding the one that says "take me home" the most.

I am so sorry about your Precious!

I have a personal preference to males, but will say that the best cats that have ever owned me have personally picked me (true for hubby also).

I lost a male grey and white cat many years ago to cancer. 2 months later I was at a pet store that had open roam for their humane society cats. As I was bending over to pick out some dog bones, a male grey and white cat charged me from across the store, jumped in my lap, laid down and started the massive purr. He looked so much like my RB cat that I wanted to cry. Went home, talked to husband (we weren't looking for a cat), went back the next day and brought Max home. Max pulled the same stunt with my husband. Max has been gone for about 6 years and in spite of all the cats in my life, I still miss that boy terribly.

If they pick you, you should just go with their instinct. Doesn't matter about sex, age and markings. Once they pick you, it is usually a bond until death do you part.

Originally Posted by Momofmany

If they pick you, you should just go with their instinct. Doesn't matter about sex, age and markings. Once they pick you, it is usually a bond until death do you part.

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I agree totally! I wasnt even looking at CJ when I went to go get a cat. I was looking at his next cage neighbor. He kept reaching out with his paw and touching my head and shoulder. I got him out and he licked me and started purring. He has been my baby ever since. Cats know, so just feel it out, and if one seems attatched to you, just go with it.

I find males to just be simpler. They want food, attention/snuggling and playtime. Females seem much more emotional complicated (and aloof as someone mentioned).

I prefer females though. Of all the v. needy cats I've known, they've all been males.

I prefer male cats myself. I wanted a second cat though and I knew with elliot I would have to get a female (because he is a bit territorial to males) I wanted Aerowyn the minute she was born Of course the only other choise was a black uh.. tortie I guess... but Aerowyn was so small and cute I had to get her. ^_^ She is so tiny!!! I wish I could get pictures on here, but she will only be like 6lbs by the time she is one, where elliot was 12lbs such a little rat When i went to choose a cat from the shelter my mom and i went to, I had in mind to get an orange cat. I really wanted a cat that was high energy though, and wouldnt mind being mauled or being played with roughly. There was only one orange cat, but at first I was looking at this seven year old long haired black cat. Oh I wanted him so much! But my mom said we had come for a kitten, so I choose elliot. ^_^ He had grabbed a peice of purple carpet in his mouth and was "disembowling" it THe shelter said he was the last of his litter left :O I dont know why no one would want that sweet little boy, but im glad no one did

I agree with what others have said, both that male kitties tend to be more snuggly (ALL my foster boys are snugglier) while the girls are more active and interesting, and that you should pick your next kitty based on which one speaks to you, not what gender they are.

My kitties are girls (their foster mom and her vet didn't realize it when they gave Sylvester her name) and I love them for their crazy personalities.