So I've found two sweeties that I'm thinking about adopting into my single cat house, but have some concerns - I mean, we've always had two cats [until recently], and that was the limit, but these two...so sweet...can't resist...
I'm anticipating some resistance from my husband, and I have to admit, I'm not entirely certain I am ready to have three cats either (three eating spots, FOUR litter boxes, THREE carriers - three cats in the car to the vet?!), so I'm trying to convince myself, and eventually my hubby, that this is a really good idea. Please help me.
Benefits I can imagine to getting two new kitties (instead of just one):
1. Since we've experienced the two cat dynamic and relationship for years, it might be wise to break from that (to avoid any preconceived notions as to how a Pfeffa and New Kitty pairing SHOULD be). Creating a "kitty triangle" as opposed to the "kitty couple" might help us to accept New Kitty, and not so quickly compare New Kitty to our previous golden boy who was the best cat ever in the world and no other cat could ever take his place (note: having never personally experienced the subsequent adoption of a new cat after one has passed away, I imagine comparisons can't help but occur - at least initially).
2. Two [sibling] cats, who are adopted into a new home with a resident cat who may - or may not - appreciate their attention, might amuse themselves with each other, and tend to leave the resident cat to her own fancies.
Thoughts?
I'm anticipating some resistance from my husband, and I have to admit, I'm not entirely certain I am ready to have three cats either (three eating spots, FOUR litter boxes, THREE carriers - three cats in the car to the vet?!), so I'm trying to convince myself, and eventually my hubby, that this is a really good idea. Please help me.
Benefits I can imagine to getting two new kitties (instead of just one):
1. Since we've experienced the two cat dynamic and relationship for years, it might be wise to break from that (to avoid any preconceived notions as to how a Pfeffa and New Kitty pairing SHOULD be). Creating a "kitty triangle" as opposed to the "kitty couple" might help us to accept New Kitty, and not so quickly compare New Kitty to our previous golden boy who was the best cat ever in the world and no other cat could ever take his place (note: having never personally experienced the subsequent adoption of a new cat after one has passed away, I imagine comparisons can't help but occur - at least initially).
2. Two [sibling] cats, who are adopted into a new home with a resident cat who may - or may not - appreciate their attention, might amuse themselves with each other, and tend to leave the resident cat to her own fancies.
Thoughts?