Josie Sees A CAT for the FIRST TIME! (PIC)

[christa]

OK . . . I'm so sad now! This morning, I went to Josie's window to pat her little head . . . I saw this cat walking down the sidewalk . . . so I pecked on the window to get it's attention. It saw Josie and sat down and just stared into the window for like 10 minutes. I THINK this is the first time Josie's seen a cat, since she was taken from the shelter. (She's STRICTLY an indoor cat) Anyway, she immediately began to purr, she started scratching at the window . . . I could hear her breathing, so hard! At first I thought she was hissing, but I realized she wasn't, she was just breathing really hard!!!

I'm so sad because I realize that she needs another cat to live with, but we just can't afford one right now and really don't have the room.

I did get a chance to grab my camera & capture the moment.

[Barbara]

That's heartbreaking. You know: two cats is twice the fun but not double the trouble

Scritchies to Josie

[christa]

Originally posted by Barbara
. . . . but not double the trouble

Really??? I'm really starting to consider it . . . She's still young, it would be so easy to introduce a new cat.

[kitten645]

two are no more trouble/cost than one. I've only ever had two and they have always been really bonded and I feel better knowing they have each other to entertain and share fears with each other. During the 89 quake here in SF, I finally walked home (about 10 miles) and found both my boys under the kitchen table (amid much rubble) hugging each other. Broke my heart but I can't imagine what would have happened if there was one.
Claudia

[kimlovescats]

Too precious... and that one outside looks like he/she really wants to come in!!! YES, I would definitely get Josie a cuddle buddy!!!!

[chrangharris]

Josie does need a buddy and the other cat looked so longingly at her!

[christa]

Originally posted by kimlovescats
Too precious... and that one outside looks like he/she really wants to come in!!! YES, I would definitely get Josie a cuddle buddy!!!!

lol . . . I thought about inviting it in . . . but seriously, I think I know where that cat lives. I see it all the time playing in the yard down the street.

QUESTION: IF (stress the IF) I were to get another, would you suggest that it should be the same age as Josie, older, or younger?

[catlover4ever]

That photo is perfect. I love the 2 perspectives...the kitty on the outside looking from a distance and the back of Josie's head looking out the window at her new friend.

[lizzielou742]

I would go with younger, so it gets used to living with Josie easier. Maybe rescue a male kitten from a local kill shelter (as long as both are fixed)?

How exciting!!

I started out with one, then got another four months later - I'm so glad I did!

[DJFyrewolf36]

That photo is such a clasic! Wonderful!

I've been thinking about getting a buddy for Remus too...my roomate is thinking about going to PetSmart adoptions and adopting a big black boy. Mellow as all get out though! *If he doesn't adopt him, I think I just might *

[christa]

You all are really starting to convince me . . . I just don't know what to do though.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I agree that two are definitely no more trouble than one, but they are twice the enjoyment. I vote for a friend for Josie!

I think any age would be fine, but if you went with older it should be an easy going cat that is used to getting along with other cats. I know kittens usually are welcomed in pretty easily, but there's no strict guidelines. If/when you start looking, whichever kitty picks you is the one to get.

[Barbara]

I think with a younger one the probability is higher that it works out. Josie being young enough it shouldn't be a problem.

[nibblets]

That is a fantastic photo..I just love it!
I think Josie would love a playmate. Just think, you would be helping a kitty in need of a home as well as giving Josie a little companion.
I would like to get another kitty, but for right now the cat/dog combo is working well.

[Tonya]

That photo is great! I think that you should get Josie a playmate. I have two cats, and it seriously isn't more trouble. They eat out of the same bowl and use the same litter box.