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Timeflyer

(3,695 posts)
6. Yes
Fri Jul 8, 2022, 10:27 AM
Jul 2022

Yes, another cat. Hate declawing, should be outlawed everywhere, but previous owner did it, so another declawed rescue is a good idea. Get lots of cat toys, catnip, cardboard scratching pads and posts, and never use your hand as a toy. The Bird type toys on a string and a rod are nice for (temporarily) wearing a cat out with play-hunting. Don't worry about getting too many cats, unless you think you have hoarding tendencies. There's usually a limit to how many litter pans one or two people want to deal with. Oh, and get another litter pan for each kitty. And spay and neuter all pets--there aren't enough homes for all of them.

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I think your cat needs another cat. Ocelot II Jul 2022 #1
I think most pets get bored. I don't think many get enough exercise. LakeArenal Jul 2022 #2
He needs another cat. tblue37 Jul 2022 #3
I vote for a second cat. zuul Jul 2022 #4
Maybe Sanity Claws Jul 2022 #5
Yes Timeflyer Jul 2022 #6
K & R Duppers Jul 2022 #13
Animals need company with their own species. 2naSalit Jul 2022 #7
Cats are not like dogs. Phoenix61 Jul 2022 #8
My wife wants to foster RealGuyinChicago Jul 2022 #11
That sounds like a really good option. nt Phoenix61 Jul 2022 #12
I had one cat then got a second one. LisaL Jul 2022 #9
They are social creatures. Marcuse Jul 2022 #10
Oh my goodness, The Furry Freak Brothers! I remember those comix many years ago. Ziggysmom Jul 2022 #14
I always say piddyprints Jul 2022 #15
We're putting it off for now RealGuyinChicago Jul 2022 #16
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