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piddyprints

(15,060 posts)
15. I always say
Thu Jul 14, 2022, 12:54 PM
Jul 2022

getting another pet to solve a pet problem is a huge gamble. The biting is likely a result of him being declawed, as that is a common "side-effect." If the shelter suggested him being an only cat, I'd certainly talk with them about their reasoning.

How old is he? He might outgrow the roughhousing phase.

I like the idea of fostering. At least that will give you an idea of how he would get along with another one.

As far as the gender issue, as long as they're both neutered, it shouldn't really matter. Females can be pretty dang alpha-cat too.

Let us know what you decide!

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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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