Bad News...

[moosmom]

Jods,

No one here is going to hate you. At least I don't. Cats are unique creatures who don't like change. A baby is a big change that takes up ALOT of the time that used to go to them. Sounds like they're trying to get your attention. It's normal. Have you consulted your vet about the behavior? I think maybe a check up might be called for. Maybe there's some kind of sedative you can give them so it'll calm them down.

If not, do you have any friends that might be able to adopt them together? At least they'll have each other and the transition might be alot easier. If you lived closer I would be more than happy to take them and rehome them. Unfortunately, I'm not.

Please try to rehome them rather than bringing them to a shelter. When you put an ad in the paper, make SURE you ask for an adoption fee (at least $50 - you've got vet bills to prove it). With that kind of fee, you'll get only serious inquiries.

Believe me, I know how difficult this is for you. When I had to rehome Fawnie and Doogie, I was beside myself. That was until I met Val. The minute I saw her, I KNEW right then and there Doogie was going to be loved and cared for by an awesome person! Fawnie and my other cat Carly are living together up in Ann Arbor in a wonderful home.

(((((((((HUGS))))))) and prayers to you, Jod. I hope you find the perfect home for them and please, don't blame yourself. This happens ALL the time. But if ya do it right, you'll have peace of mind, and they'll have great homes.

[Killer Kitten]

When my cats got out of hand, I created a cat room. Washable floors and walls, a screen door so they can still see us and talk to us, and lots of climby spaces including a closet with ramps and cut outs in the shelves, just for cat lounging.

It kept them from trashing our home, and at the same time they really developed a sense of security from having a space that was just theirs. If you have a spare room, I'd recommend this route highly. We used what was formerly our guest room. Guests can bunk at a hotel and I get to keep my cats and not have crap or puked up hairballs all over the house.

[moosmom]

Great idea Killer Kitten!!

[JenBKR]

(((hugs))) I am so sorry - I know you must be going through a flood of emotions. You have to do what's right for you and your family. Would a cat room be a possibity at all? I don't think anyone will be mad at you for this, don't worry.

[ramanth]

I'm sorry your going thru this. Must be a full moon. My parents cats of 10 years have been misbehaving horribly and testing their paitence.

I second the cat room suggestion.

Andy plans to make one for Zam and Logan when we get a house. Right now they zoom all over the apartment and keep him up at nights. Which makes him cranky in the morning. If we simply shut the door to the bedroom, Zam will throw herself against it.

Best of luck to you.

[Catty1]

I have never had kids, but have heard from many that having a new baby just turns the world upside down!

You are to be COMMENDED for thinking about your kitties and trying your best to work things out - to take the TIME that is suddenly so precious to work with your kitties.

Put out an APB on your email - and is there a fostering society in your neighbourhood?

I know it can be heartbreaking, I can't even imagine...but when your fur kids get loving homes, you will feel better. AND when your baby is older, you can give a great home to some new furbabies!

I agree with some others here - I think the kitties are jealous - but you have only so much time to give them attention.

Catmandu lives in Ontario, but I don't know if he is close to where you are.

Keep us posted!