The Case for Adopting Just One Cat
• Focusing on One New Relationship: Bringing one new cat into the home lets you focus all your energy on making that single introduction successful. You can dedicate more time and attention to helping your 2-year-old cat and the new cat get to know each other.
• Less Potential for Conflict: A second cat adds another personality to the mix and another variable to the social dynamic. While you know the two foster cats get along, you can’t be 100% sure how they’ll interact with your current cat. Introducing a single cat can feel less overwhelming and risky.
• More Resources for Each Cat: While you can manage with three, it does mean a bit more work. You’ll need more litter boxes, more food bowls, and a little more space dedicated to their things. Adopting one means you can provide all the resources needed for two cats with a bit more ease.
Ultimately, you’re not doing anything wrong either way. Your desire to avoid separating them and your concern for the tabby are valid and kindhearted. If you feel in your gut that you can manage three, it sounds like bringing them both home would be a beautiful thing for everyone involved.
Credit – original owner ( respect )
