Hey, thanks for the advice, all. Although this was posted for only academic purposes, I thought there would be some information that would be useful, should I put some of my furkids up for adoption.

There was one other bit of information that was not covered, that being the cat's response to a visitor. I have had some of cats stay around, especially, if I am visiting with them, but others flee in panic upon a visitor's arrival. Is this also a valid indicating response?

So many times I read of a cat seeking out a specific person amidst others who are gathered, say, in a parking lot, or near a school, or whatever. If this feline reaction is a valid response indicator, what if one finds such a pet in a pet store or an animal shelter, should we bring her/him home?

I would like to foster a few kitties, but don't know where to start on this. What are the significant points about beginning this service.?Wwould there be a problem because I have room and own many cats?

[ December 20, 2001: Message edited by: wayne0214 ]