Oh dear ! What happened that someone would have to give up a cat that they've had for 8 years ? I once was offered an 8 year old siamese that wasn't getting along with the children in the family. I didn't take her but my friend did. I ended up cat-sitting for almost 2 months one summer while my friend was studying in Europe .Kachmir and I bonded instantly. It was magical. I didn't want to give her up when she came back. I even tried to convince my husband to say she ran away. I figure my friend only visited us a few times a year and we could hide her . I was very serious about this subterfuge. The feelings between Kachmir and me were mutual. She howled all the way home (1 hour car ride) and sulked for months. I visited her every few months. She lived to be 14. I've always regretted saying no to adopting her.
Just read your second post. They can be high maintenance like siamese but it depends on the cat. My first 2 were very easy. Theo accepted cats, dogs, rabbits easily but was afraid of kids. He wanted to make friends with every one. Zoe was a little more difficult but would settle after a few days and would be fine. She loved to hang out and play with kids. My present female is another story. I don't dare try ro have a third cat..but as she ages she may mellow. If you can't adopt the cat you could put the person in touch with the Abyssinian rescue association. I'm not sure of the url but you could find it with Google.
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