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Judy, I saw your post on Community (before seeing this post) and I wondered the same thing...why would declawed be a problem??
Whoever owned Klinger had him declawed. So far, I haven't noticed any problems and he's 13.
They sure are sweet looking kitties.
:YMHUG: Good luck with your decision.
 
Oh Judy they are beautiful, they would keep each other company and your kids could watch them when you go on vacation.

Being declawed is only a problem for them, poor little guys.

We would love to be new aunties. :-D
 
My husband would bring a new cat home every day if I let him. If you have the room and the ability to take them on, I say go for it.
 
Too soon? Yes and no. ;-)

You love kitties... you are a fantastic mom... these 2 desparately need a fantastic mom. They've been 'pre approved' as being wonderful babies.

Vacation? Same thing you've always done when you go away :-D

Only concern I have.. and this is a problem we've faced in taking in our 2 yo 'grand dog': We are near retirement (well spousal unit is :lol:) . Four of our babies are up in years. We figured we'd go to the old foggie's home petless. Hard to have to find a good home for an elderly pet when you're going to a home yourself. Don't know how old you are.

DANG they're sooooooo cute.

I'm sure you're going to want another kitty.. Boils down to if you wants these 2 or do you want an older cat with FD that is going to be really hard to place?

Road trip this weekend? You know you're going to fall for them
 
We have not gone on a vacation in YEARS--except to go to our upstate house, and Squamee came with us. We used to go on vacation and have our kids go over to feed her, but she began overgrooming herself and developed bald spots----that behavior totally ceased when we stopped leaving her. And the 2 kids who live closer have kids and animals of their own, so it is much harder for them than it used to be.
Actually, I had not thought about the old foggys home issue. We are in our late 60"s---I really had not considered what would happen to any pets if we are not around. Thank you ,Beth, for your thoughtful response.
 
I would think the declawing would only be a problem if they were going to be outdoor kitties. They sure sound great! And the one looks JUST LIKE Charlie! I love orange kitties. But they do seem to have some sort of tendency towards being overweight. Hopefully they continue to get along well. I think that'd be my only concern. My kitties got along beautifully for 4 years. they were inseperable. Always snuggling and grooming each other. Then a trash bag tipped over and scared Darla who ran under the bed and got tangled up in the fabric on the bottom of the mattress, then Charlie followed her in there. Then they both emerged scratched and scared (Charlie, the 15 pounder more beat up than 8 pound Darla). They now have to live seperately in the house with only brief supervised visits. That was 5 years ago. I'm way too scared to try getting them back together. We've tried a few times only to have bad outcomes, and now I just couldn't take the stress of trying again and wondering when the next shoe would drop. But now it's for the best with charlie's fd. He's such a hoover, he'd eat all of darla's food, and it wouldn't work out. I know tons of people have 2 cats that get along wonderfully, though. I'm probably just too much of a nervous nellie. I shouldve let them work it out from the beginning rather than seperate them, but I couldn't take the fighting. I think if you're ready you'll know it in your gut. The rest (vacations and such) will work itself out. You can hire a cat sitter, and since neither are diabetic, it'll be a lot easier to find someone to come over and feed/play/empty lb for you! Good luck! Keep us posted.
 
Young kids in the neighborhood are GREAT for feeding kitties... Find a really young one with a mom that s/he will let supervise! An extra $25-$45 for a 12yo for a week is a lot of money!

RE: the 2 kitties. Probably not the best fit for ya'll at this point in time. Tell the owners to put an ad on Craig's List.

When you want another kitty, start hitting the shelters for one that needs you.. perhaps an older one that someone *had* to give up. (Personally, I can't go to the shelters. Can't even watch the ads for pets on TV. I have to change the channel)
 
Maybe you could go meet them, and see how it feels to you. You know when you know. And if it is all good. Go on vacation and bring them home when you return.

If it's not a good match, the right one will come along at the perfect time. I have aquired 9 cats I originally had 2 turned to 3 then moved and took the 3 outdoor friendlys with me. I kept a foster that didn't show well at petsmart. (hated being caged) And he is so goofy looking(Tucker) I fell in love with him. I had 2 fosters returned a few months ago. Bottle fed, left for 4 months came back like they had never left. (Curly and Squishy)

All is well except for Momma cat. She has yet to let me pet her in 2 years. But she is fed, safe and warm.

And if you think it is too soon go with your heart.
 
Am appreciating all your responses. I keep thinking about it. It's a long trip for me (I have back and hip problems) but that is not the most important part---I keep wondering if this is an impulsive response to wanting to relieve the missing of Squamee (which it has to be, I think)---and if that is the case, will I love them anyway or will I resent them when they are not her? It's sort of like not wanting to be wherever I am---this would be another form of going someplace else.
 
the way i see things, i'm always capable of loving another kitty. i'd have hundreds if only i would have won the mega millions lottery the other night :-D

and by loving another one, i'm saving them from stuff like possible harm on the streets or pain & loneliness from sitting in a cage somewhere unloved. while yes alot of people think about getting so attached to them that it hurts to lose them, we encounter the same thing in our lives all the time anyway (losing parents, friends, children, etc...) so why is it any different when giving an animal a home i say. life comes with pain and there's nothing we can do about it, other than not live.

as long as i have the space, time, and money to do so, new kitties are always welcome at my inn (but the inn is full right now so no funny ideas guys :lol: )
 
judy and squamee(GA) said:
Am appreciating all your responses. I keep thinking about it. It's a long trip for me (I have back and hip problems) but that is not the most important part---I keep wondering if this is an impulsive response to wanting to relieve the missing of Squamee (which it has to be, I think)---and if that is the case, will I love them anyway or will I resent them when they are not her? It's sort of like not wanting to be wherever I am---this would be another form of going someplace else.
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I've heard that from some people, where they get a new cat and then realize it just isn't the same as the beloved one they lost, and then are disappointed. That would be my reservation - they won't be a replacement for Squamee, and you may find the process of bonding and caring for them more overwhelming than rewarding.

On the other hand, any time someone can take in a kitty who needs a home, I am always in support of that! :mrgreen:

Follow your heart and I am sure you will make the right choice. As you said to me at one point, there are no right answers. Ok I just contradicted myself :lol: but you know what I mean.
 
I'm lucky. I get a new [rescue] cat without really having the responsibility of a new cat. Mr. T gets to live on the farm and I get to keep my independence. On the other hand I have to deal with the frustrations of convincing another care taker that he needs his food weighed [since he is a hoover kitty]! :YMSIGH: But whatever he ends up with I know is better than what he had before. I *heart* Mr. T and it is difficult that he is not here.
 
"All is well except for Momma cat. She has yet to let me pet her in 2 years. But she is fed, safe and warm. "

Peggy & Mickey: My mama cat is now 11 years old and hates the whole family, cannot pet her after 10 years! But, like you, she is safe and warm and fed alot!

Pam & Alley
 
As another 60 something person, I say don't let age stop you. There have been articles lately on pets and older people and how people remain healthier and live longer when they have pets. And every cat is different and it's fun getting to know a new one. Yoshi had my heart in a big way, but Niko brings joy for the fellow he is. I can't imagine not having a furry around to enjoy and love. Hubby was reticent but not is an ardent admirer of Niko's. As for being declawed, we once had a couple of declawed kitties and there was no problem in anyway except they needed to remain indoors. Please don't be afraid to open your heart.
 
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