Quote Originally Posted by Felicia's Mom
I have had Felicia since 1989, making her 16 or 17. The reasons I don't think she would in another home is her age, and she does not get along with other cats.

I will consider other options. Thanks Jen for those rescues, I hadn't thought of them.
Nancy, at least an attempt to find an alternative will make YOU feel better. And please KNOW that I DO understand, 100%, your reasons for considering putting Felicia to sleep rather than knowing she might be pining away in another home, never really being happy again. And I am certain that the majority of people here will support you no matter what your decision. Only you can REALLY know what needs to be done.

I would certainly not think making her a barn cat at 16 or 17 would be a reasonable option.

Now, let me probe a little further.......Would you say that she hates other cats to the point of fighting with them, her being the instigator? Or is it more of a "if you leave me alone I will leave you alone" emotion? Or would she HIDE all the time if she were around strange cats?

Does she have any known health issues at this time (especially ones that would realistically shorten her natural lifespan)?

by the way, in case I did not say so earlier..........I am SO sorry to hear about your failing health. Losing your health and independence is hard enough without having to lose your furfamily too.