This may not be the best place to look for an answer for your question

I agree with you: Dominique's place in your heart will not be taken by any other cat. But a new cat will find a new spot in your heart.

Second: Cats know how to pick people. I have experienced that myself- and many people here have. So this Boots knows what he was doing.

Third: I would react like you and provide more safety for my cats- knowing that there is no absolute safety and control.


And yes: adopt him