So I Went to the SPCA...

[elizabethann]

Big mistake, since I'm leaving for Reno next week. I initially went to see this cat named Frankie that I saw at PetSmart. Well he wasn't there. They had brought him back to PetSmart. But the SPCA had a ton of kittens and some really cool cats. One cat was 3-legged. It was adorable and it would jump on people's necks and just lay there. I don't know why it's 3-legged and I don't even remember its name! I was so smitten and there were so many other cats that I just spaced it. It was like I had died and gone to kitty heaven.

So I came back to work and sent and email to my sister asking her if I adopted a cat this week, would she go over next week and feed the cat (while I was in Reno). I have a feeling she's going to tell me it's not a good idea to get a cat and then leave it for 1 week. But I thought it might like that. It could roam around and get used to the apartment while both me & Fenway aren't there.

What do you think? Should I wait till I come back from Reno (on July 16th)? What if that 3-legged cat isn't there anymore?

On another note, this SPCA is so old and sad. The area the cats stay in is okay, but the dogs are in this sad, dark, lonely area. Of course I made the mistake of checking them out. They all looked so scared. Broke my heart.

[Whisk_Luva]

Can you reserve animals there?

[elizabethann]

Can you reserve animals there?

I was wondering the same thing but a co-worker said they probably don't because what if I change my mind 2 weeks from now? It's not fair to the cat.

My sister just told me she would go over & feed him & keep him company while I was in Reno.

I'm getting sick to my tummy because I miss my kitties so bad. I feel like I'm betraying them by getting another cat. I want Maxie & Cosmo back. Okay, now I'm crying.

[Medusa]

Not only are you not betraying Maxie and Cosmo, they're probably the ones urging you to strongly to adopt "Tripod". Special needs cats, injured ones, sick ones, they're the only ones I've ever adopted, so I know how you felt when you saw this kitty. I say go to Reno, your sis will look after him while you're gone and while he's learning the lay of the land. I, for one, am ecstatic that you made this decision.

[BC_MoM]

I say go for it. Animals adjust very easily. Let us know what you decide!

[jazzcat]

Please don't think you are betraying them. They have a special place in your heart that will never be replaced by another cat but there is room for many there. Something pulled you to the SPCA so I think that means that your heart and mind are ready.

I think it would be best if you could be there with him while he adjusts especially if he is special needs. You may need some time to see what kind of adjustments you need to make in your house for him. He probably won't need any special things but I'd hate to find out the hard way. I would talk to the shelter, explain the situation and see if they would be willing to hold him for you (maybe you can go ahead with the adoption and payment).

On the other hand, if the shelter won't hold him and you know your sister will be taking good care of him then maybe you should go ahead. Not much help, am I?

[elizabethann]

Not only are you not betraying Maxie and Cosmo, they're probably the ones urging you to strongly to adopt "Tripod". Special needs cats, injured ones, sick ones, they're the only ones I've ever adopted, so I know how you felt when you saw this kitty. I say go to Reno, your sis will look after him while you're gone and while he's learning the lay of the land. I, for one, am ecstatic that you made this decision.

TRIPOD!!! That is soooooooooooo cool! I like that name!!! I am going to go to the SPCA after work and see if Tripod is still available. I'm also going to inquire about a huge orange & white cat they had. I can't remember if the orange & white cat liked dogs or not. At least I can give the SPCA my application and they can put it on file. Fenway needs a sibling. He is getting very spoiled.