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Kittensmom, I thought the same thing. I have wanted to call the rescue to get him back, in the hopes that the separation outside of the the house may change the relationship and start it on new ground. The problem I have is that firstly, I doubt they would even consider giving him back, but worse than that, if it didn't work, and he continued to be aggressive toward his sister, then it would be horrific for him to be returned. The other concern is for his sister, who has only recently started to feel comfortable. To put her through that again would break my heart. It's just too risky. Believe me, there is nothing I want more than having him back, but I couldn't do this to him again or his sister. From what I've read about redirected aggression, the cats associate the bad experiences with the location of the event, and the visual of the perceived predator, which in my boy's mind is his sister. It is so difficult to undo, and according to my vet, not always possible. I just can't take that chance.
Theyremine, I would love it if I could be involved with the prospective adopters. I will ask the rescue. I don't know how they would feel about it. I've done nothing but send them regular emails asking for updates and I think they probably classify me as a nut case by now. I have been relentless with them. I worry about him every day. I will gently ask them the question. Great suggestion. Thank you all so much. This is such a great site and it's been a great help to me during this absolute nightmare.
Theyremine, I would love it if I could be involved with the prospective adopters. I will ask the rescue. I don't know how they would feel about it. I've done nothing but send them regular emails asking for updates and I think they probably classify me as a nut case by now. I have been relentless with them. I worry about him every day. I will gently ask them the question. Great suggestion. Thank you all so much. This is such a great site and it's been a great help to me during this absolute nightmare.