First of all, hello to everyone. I registered so I could ask some questions about a situation I have here. Thank you in advance for those that respond. I'll get right to it.
My wife and I have been thinking of getting another cat. We currently have a 3.5 yr old male tabby. He is not neutered, but is a strictly indoor cat except the ocassional roll-around on the back porch (3rd story apartment building). He had his shots when he was younger and tested for feline diseases. He is all checked out. He is not declawed. He is an awesome cat though. He does not spray (even when we have had other cats in the house for visits). I have seen him spray once which was outside when my dad let him out when I lived in the country. He sprayed a bush. He is well behaved (aside from using the couches as a scratching post) and very loving. he is actually quite funny and has some wierd habits.
Anyway, we have been thinking of getting another cat. My biggest worry is that my existing cat may begin to spray. He has never been exposed to other cats long term. He's spent a few days with another cat in another house and in our house without spraying though. Dogs have even been in our house for several days while we babysat. I guess this could all be resolved by getting him neutered but he's been so good.. I just don't feel he deserves it
I've also heard that getting a cat neutered can change their mood. He has (IMO) a very good personality and I don't want to see that go. Is this true?
I'm looking for any thoughts on the subject. Would it be better to get a male that is neutered or a female that is spayed for a partner? Does it matter? We were looking at 6-8 month old kittens. I have read all kinds of advice on how to actually introduce them, so I have that covered. I suppose if we commit to this and he does begin to spray we would have to get him neutered. As you can tell, I'm trying to avoid that. Anyone have any experiences with cats that don't spray? Any reason why he wouldn't? I know there are alot of questions here but I appreciate any help.
Here are some pictures of my kitty.
Thank you!
Kirk
My wife and I have been thinking of getting another cat. We currently have a 3.5 yr old male tabby. He is not neutered, but is a strictly indoor cat except the ocassional roll-around on the back porch (3rd story apartment building). He had his shots when he was younger and tested for feline diseases. He is all checked out. He is not declawed. He is an awesome cat though. He does not spray (even when we have had other cats in the house for visits). I have seen him spray once which was outside when my dad let him out when I lived in the country. He sprayed a bush. He is well behaved (aside from using the couches as a scratching post) and very loving. he is actually quite funny and has some wierd habits.
Anyway, we have been thinking of getting another cat. My biggest worry is that my existing cat may begin to spray. He has never been exposed to other cats long term. He's spent a few days with another cat in another house and in our house without spraying though. Dogs have even been in our house for several days while we babysat. I guess this could all be resolved by getting him neutered but he's been so good.. I just don't feel he deserves it
I'm looking for any thoughts on the subject. Would it be better to get a male that is neutered or a female that is spayed for a partner? Does it matter? We were looking at 6-8 month old kittens. I have read all kinds of advice on how to actually introduce them, so I have that covered. I suppose if we commit to this and he does begin to spray we would have to get him neutered. As you can tell, I'm trying to avoid that. Anyone have any experiences with cats that don't spray? Any reason why he wouldn't? I know there are alot of questions here but I appreciate any help.
Here are some pictures of my kitty.
Thank you!
Kirk
