New Cat or Not?

Hello!
Recently in March my cat Sylvanas passed away. At that time, my other
cat, Pagan, had been in the house for about 7 months, and they were
finally starting to get along and play with each other instead of just
giving each other dirty looks. They were even sharing the bed with me
at night (both of them!)

Since Sylvanas left us, Pagan has transformed into a completely
different cat. She is loving, affectionate, and overall much more
needy of attention then she was before. In fact, its gotten to the
point that I am worried for her mental health when I am at work for
extended hours. She never used to demand so much attention, but now
when I get home she is at the door waiting to see me and rolling over
on the floor begging to be pet. I always give her the most attention
possible when at home and she loves keeping me company while I am on
my computer and she sleeps with me every night.

I'm contemplating bringing home a new companion for her - since she
was the companion to solve the problem of Sylvanas being alone all day
while I was at work. That worked out well until Sylvanas became ill
and passed.

Am I making up my worry for Pagan's mental well being, or should I aim
to give her someone to "talk to" and play with when I am not home?

Am I making up my worry for Pagan's mental well being, or should I aim
to give her someone to "talk to" and play with when I am not home?

It's impossible to predict with any degree of accuracy, but if Pagan had
been warming up to Sylvanus the chances are that she'd also warm up to
another cat. You would, however, have to pay extra careful attention to
how you introduce them.

I suspect that a kitten might be the best choice - they tend to be
accepted and tolerated more readily than a mature cat might.

On Jul 2, 1:39*am, jamina1 wrote:
Hello!
Recently in March my cat Sylvanas passed away. At that time, my other
cat, Pagan, had been in the house for about 7 months, and they were
finally starting to get along and play with each other instead of just
giving each other dirty looks. They were even sharing the bed with me
at night (both of them!)

Since Sylvanas left us, Pagan has transformed into a completely
different cat. She is loving, affectionate, and overall much more
needy of attention then she was before. In fact, its gotten to the
point that I am worried for her mental health when I am at work for
extended hours. She never used to demand so much attention, but now
when I get home she is at the door waiting to see me and rolling over
on the floor begging to be pet. I always give her the most attention
possible when at home and she loves keeping me company while I am on
my computer and she sleeps with me every night.

I'm contemplating bringing home a new companion for her - since she
was the companion to solve the problem of Sylvanas being alone all day
while I was at work. That worked out well until Sylvanas became ill
and passed.

Am I making up my worry for Pagan's mental well being, or should I aim
to give her someone to "talk to" and play with when I am not home?

It might, on balance, be better for her to have a cat companion.
However, she is probably going to be fine either way. Do you _want_
another cat? If so, her need for a companion is certainly another
reason to get one and might help overcome some minor objection you
have. If you don't want another cat, revel in her affection and don't
worry. She will be fine during the day.

exostud at typin all dat in hoomin speesh

--
Maggy May, da adBICE kitty

u dun gud maggy may anna u saidz da rite fingz. Iffin dem watz a cat fine,
if no den don't doit. Kitty will be finez az u saidz. Piglet agreeing with
her friends.
"Will in New Haven" wrote in message
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On Jul 2, 1:39 am, jamina1 wrote:
Hello!
Recently in March my cat Sylvanas passed away. At that time, my other
cat, Pagan, had been in the house for about 7 months, and they were
finally starting to get along and play with each other instead of just
giving each other dirty looks. They were even sharing the bed with me
at night (both of them!)

Since Sylvanas left us, Pagan has transformed into a completely
different cat. She is loving, affectionate, and overall much more
needy of attention then she was before. In fact, its gotten to the
point that I am worried for her mental health when I am at work for
extended hours. She never used to demand so much attention, but now
when I get home she is at the door waiting to see me and rolling over
on the floor begging to be pet. I always give her the most attention
possible when at home and she loves keeping me company while I am on
my computer and she sleeps with me every night.

I'm contemplating bringing home a new companion for her - since she
was the companion to solve the problem of Sylvanas being alone all day
while I was at work. That worked out well until Sylvanas became ill
and passed.

Am I making up my worry for Pagan's mental well being, or should I aim
to give her someone to "talk to" and play with when I am not home?

It might, on balance, be better for her to have a cat companion.
However, she is probably going to be fine either way. Do you _want_
another cat? If so, her need for a companion is certainly another
reason to get one and might help overcome some minor objection you
have. If you don't want another cat, revel in her affection and don't
worry. She will be fine during the day.

exostud at typin all dat in hoomin speesh

--
Maggy May, da adBICE kitty

On Jul 2, 12:39*am, jamina1 wrote:
Hello!
Recently in March my cat Sylvanas passed away. At that time, my other
cat, Pagan, had been in the house for about 7 months, and they were
finally starting to get along and play with each other instead of just
giving each other dirty looks. They were even sharing the bed with me
at night (both of them!)

Since Sylvanas left us, Pagan has transformed into a completely
different cat. She is loving, affectionate, and overall much more
needy of attention then she was before. In fact, its gotten to the
point that I am worried for her mental health when I am at work for
extended hours. She never used to demand so much attention, but now
when I get home she is at the door waiting to see me and rolling over
on the floor begging to be pet. I always give her the most attention
possible when at home and she loves keeping me company while I am on
my computer and she sleeps with me every night.

I'm contemplating bringing home a new companion for her - since she
was the companion to solve the problem of Sylvanas being alone all day
while I was at work. That worked out well until Sylvanas became ill
and passed.

Am I making up my worry for Pagan's mental well being, or should I aim
to give her someone to "talk to" and play with when I am not home?

It is always a good idea to have two cats. A cat that is lonely when
you leave the house will usually go straight to messing up the house.
Believe me, we took Martha to the vet once, and when we got home, Ruby
had cleaned out the fridge! If Pagan is the kind that gets bored
easily, then finding her a playmate is a good idea. It would be a good
idea to get an adult cat, because if a kitten is introduced to an
adult cat, they can get into squabbles.
~Tabbey, cat expert--cause I am a cat!

"Tabbeycat"
On Jul 2, 12:39 am, jamina1 :
Hello!
Recently in March my Sylvanas cat passed away. At that time, my other
cat, Pagan, had been in the house for about 7 months, and they were
finally starting to get along and play with each other instead of just
giving each other dirty looks. They were even sharing the bed with me
at night (both of them!)

Since Sylvanas left us, Pagan has transformed into a completely
different cat. She is loving, affectionate, and overall much more
needy of attention then she was before. In fact, its gotten to the
point that I am worried for her mental health when I am at work for
extended hours. She never used to demand so much attention, but now
when I get home she is at the door waiting to see me and rolling over
on the floor begging to be pet. I always give her the most attention
possible when at home and she loves keeping me company while I am on
my computer and she sleeps with me every night.

I'm contemplating bringing home a new companion for her - since she
was the companion to solve the problem of Sylvanas being alone all day
while I was at work. That worked out well until Sylvanas became ill
and passed.

Am I making up my worry for Pagan's mental well being, or should I aim
to give her someone to "talk to" and play with when I am not home?

It is always a good idea to have two cats. A cat that is lonely when
you leave the house will usually go straight to messing up the house.
Believe me, we took Martha to the vet once, and when we got home, Ruby
had cleaned out the fridge! If Pagan is the kind that gets bored
easily, then finding her a playmate is a good idea. It would be a good
idea to get an adult cat, because if a kitten is introduced to an
adult cat, they can get into squabbles.
~Tabbey, cat expert--cause I am a cat!

Hihi, I'm Mosey, also a cat, and I just turned 7 I want to first extend my
sympathies on Sylvanas going to Rainbow Bridge. You DO know about Rainbow
Bridge, don't you?
I agree with Tabbey, Pagan's missing her companion and cats have emotional
feelings, like humans. I'm the top cat in my house and adult cats can get
into squabbles too.
A young 'neutered' female might be a good idea. They don't get as
territorial as us male cats do, trust me on that one. You didn't mention
Sylvanas age.
Yes, a companion would be a good idea.
Keep us posted.
Purrs
Mosey

I fine diz konversashun veri funny. Az most of uz know, da cat choozez der
hoomanz. U goes to da shelter and seezs who wantz u or, a cat showz up at
ur door wanting in. You can fink alll u wantz but we cidez who getz uz. O
T knowing this is so.
"Mosey =^..^=" wrote in message
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"Tabbeycat"
On Jul 2, 12:39 am, jamina1 :
Hello!
Recently in March my Sylvanas cat passed away. At that time, my other
cat, Pagan, had been in the house for about 7 months, and they were
finally starting to get along and play with each other instead of just
giving each other dirty looks. They were even sharing the bed with me
at night (both of them!)

Since Sylvanas left us, Pagan has transformed into a completely
different cat. She is loving, affectionate, and overall much more
needy of attention then she was before. In fact, its gotten to the
point that I am worried for her mental health when I am at work for
extended hours. She never used to demand so much attention, but now
when I get home she is at the door waiting to see me and rolling over
on the floor begging to be pet. I always give her the most attention
possible when at home and she loves keeping me company while I am on
my computer and she sleeps with me every night.

I'm contemplating bringing home a new companion for her - since she
was the companion to solve the problem of Sylvanas being alone all day
while I was at work. That worked out well until Sylvanas became ill
and passed.

Am I making up my worry for Pagan's mental well being, or should I aim
to give her someone to "talk to" and play with when I am not home?

It is always a good idea to have two cats. A cat that is lonely when
you leave the house will usually go straight to messing up the house.
Believe me, we took Martha to the vet once, and when we got home, Ruby
had cleaned out the fridge! If Pagan is the kind that gets bored
easily, then finding her a playmate is a good idea. It would be a good
idea to get an adult cat, because if a kitten is introduced to an
adult cat, they can get into squabbles.
~Tabbey, cat expert--cause I am a cat!

Hihi, I'm Mosey, also a cat, and I just turned 7 I want to first extend
my sympathies on Sylvanas going to Rainbow Bridge. You DO know about
Rainbow Bridge, don't you?
I agree with Tabbey, Pagan's missing her companion and cats have emotional
feelings, like humans. I'm the top cat in my house and adult cats can
get into squabbles too.
A young 'neutered' female might be a good idea. They don't get as
territorial as us male cats do, trust me on that one. You didn't mention
Sylvanas age.
Yes, a companion would be a good idea.
Keep us posted.
Purrs
Mosey

In article ,
"Granby" wrote:

I fine diz konversashun veri funny. Az most of uz know, da cat choozez der
hoomanz. U goes to da shelter and seezs who wantz u or, a cat showz up at
ur door wanting in. You can fink alll u wantz but we cidez who getz uz. O
T knowing this is so.

Dis s definitely true. You is a smart mancat!

Harri

Fangu
"Harri Roadcat" wrote in message
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In article ,
"Granby" wrote:

I fine diz konversashun veri funny. Az most of uz know, da cat choozez
der
hoomanz. U goes to da shelter and seezs who wantz u or, a cat showz up
at
ur door wanting in. You can fink alll u wantz but we cidez who getz uz.
O
T knowing this is so.

Dis s definitely true. You is a smart mancat!

Harri

Well den, wat do I gnow? Pa gotted me fur Meowmie frum a pet store but I
picked hisownself owt wif mine charm n gud woks n hab liffing in my onetrue
home for 7 yeers gnow. I had a sifter Molly, hoo wood hab been 7 but hur
went tew da Bridge wen her fell off da roof n broke herself n had to go tew
thuh Bridge. Her wuz abowt 8 munths old.
But I am one happee kitty n gwad tew be uff such amoozeement tew yoo
hee hee hee. I hab a furry laowd purr tew. Dere r 4 uff usses living in
our one true home gnow n we git ulong gudgud. Happee happee....I sleep wiff
Meowmie n Pa.
Luffs
Mosey


"Harri Roadcat"

"Granby"

I fine diz konversashun veri funny. Az most of uz know, da cat choozez
der
hoomanz. U goes to da shelter and seezs who wantz u or, a cat showz up
at
ur door wanting in. You can fink alll u wantz but we cidez who getz uz.
O
T knowing this is so.

Dis s definitely true. You is a smart mancat!

Harri