Question:
My boyfriend and I live in an average-sized two bedroom flat. We have recently adopted a kitten (she’s roughly three months old) and are worried that she gets bored when we’re not around. She has heaps of toys and things to play with but seems to mainly sleep when we’re not around and goes nuts when we are. Do you think getting a second kitten for her as a companion would help the situation or is she just being a normal kitten and is fine as she is?
Thanks!
Fiona
Answer:
I always think that two cats are better than one because they keep each other company but having said that, there are plenty of happy single cats around. If she has lots of toys and things to do and you give her attention as often as you can, she would probably be fine. And cats do sleep about 19 hours a day — even as adults — so don’t worry about that. Cats are relaxation specialists.
If you were thinking of another feline addition to the family, now is the time while she’s still young, and get a younger or same age kitten. The temperament of your kitten will determine what sort of kitten she is most likely to get along with, for example, if she is really dominant you want a more submissive one so as not to cause problems. Ask advice from your vet, the breeder or adoption centre. As with most things, there are no guarantees they will love each other but they will soon work out who’s boss and who gets the best sunny spot to laze in all day!
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