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[Welshy86]

I have an 8 month old female kitten/cat who i have had since a baby and also an 8 yr old dog who both get along very very well.

I would however as always like another cat - a boy. Mi-mi's mum is having another litter due in 4 weeks so I could get her a half brother

BUT

I am scared that she will not like him or try to kill him etc. I am quite happy at the moment being able to leave the back door open when we are in and her coming and going as she pleases ( dont have a cat flap yet). With a new one I wouldn't be able to do this.

Do I not get one and be happy with my 2 adorable animals or get one and hope for the best? OR do I look for one of similar age, keep them in togeather for a couple of weeks??

HELP me...!!

[fosters]

I'd stick to what I had.

I had my last cat for about 6 years when my friend got a new kitten and I desperately wanted one - and nearly did get one, but my existing cat was sooo happy on her own and I didn't want to risk getting another cat incase she hated it. Then I'd have to get rid of the new one - which would also be heartbreaking.

[dazycutter]

I had 4 dogs and a 3yo cat.. got a kitten last year and kept kitten in crate for a couple of weeks, then let it out under supervision, now its part of the family..dogs adore it so does older kitty...

if you manage the introduction well, it shouldnt be a prblem

[jasper1]

Look at the thread , dinner please. Age 14-8months all have their ups and downs, but really can get on if you give them enough time.

[Welshy86]

well we took the plunge and have a black and white bot, 6 weeks old.
currently downstairs hiding in the carrier but my cat has sniffed around him quite happily and hasnt attacked him. she is now snuggled up with me in bed so knows she is still number 1. my dog couldn't care less lol!!
will keep you posted

Decided to call him Titus

[heathers]

thats great,hope it all works out

[snooperdooper]

I have 6 cats at the moment, got the sixth a couple of weeks ago, 12yrs, 6yrs, 5yrs, 1yr, 1yr and 6weeks
Older ones are all female and don't see kitten as a threat (male)
If you do get one, don't interfere when introducing them let them establish their own pecking order. Really depends on your cats temprement.
Hope this helps x

[seahorse]

help isnt 6 weeks a bit young i felt guilty about getting JJ super cat at 9 weeks