Our Jack is about 10 months old. We love him like our own child, but we have though about adding a second cat to the household. We found Jack at about 10 weeks old--all alone. He didn't get the normal kitten socialization (he bites too hard--even though he doesnt' mean to) and we thought that bringing another cat might aid in learning some manners.
We want what is best for Jack. We do go on weekend trips often--and my parents come and feed and water. But I feel bad leaving him with no one to play with.
My husband isn't sure if he wants to have a 2 cat household. However, today we visited a great kitty at the local petsmart whom we both like very much. He possesses many characteristics we are looking for. He talks, allows belly rubbing, is medium haired and close in age to our Jack. We don't feel though that 10 minutes of time with him allows us to see if he is right for our home.
Do shelters allow a trial period so to speak? I mean could we adopt but be given like 3 weeks to see if this new cat really fits our household?
Or perhaps should we try and foster a cat?
Any tips would be great.
Thanks
Leslie
We want what is best for Jack. We do go on weekend trips often--and my parents come and feed and water. But I feel bad leaving him with no one to play with.
My husband isn't sure if he wants to have a 2 cat household. However, today we visited a great kitty at the local petsmart whom we both like very much. He possesses many characteristics we are looking for. He talks, allows belly rubbing, is medium haired and close in age to our Jack. We don't feel though that 10 minutes of time with him allows us to see if he is right for our home.
Do shelters allow a trial period so to speak? I mean could we adopt but be given like 3 weeks to see if this new cat really fits our household?
Or perhaps should we try and foster a cat?
Any tips would be great.
Thanks
Leslie