We have two DC, 5 and almost 3. Haven't had a cat since DD1 was a baby and our beloved old mog died suddenly. We think we're ready again i.e. DD2 can I think be trusted to be gentle with a new cat. Growing up we always had rescue cats/cats that friends or family couldn't look after. Sometimes they had kittens so we did have the lovely kitten experience too but I suppose I've always felt a duty to rehome a needy rescue cat. However, DH has fallen in love with Abyssinians as a breed but I'm a bit concerned that:
(a) they might be a bit neurotic and not ideal for small children
(b) health-wise they might be a bit fragile (some seem to be prone to a thing called Renal Amyloidosis)
(c) house training a kitten could be really hard work (is it like potty training all over again?!)
But I may be being unfairly prejudiced and they are gorgeous. Would love to hear thoughts/experiences.
Thanks v much
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DH wants to buy an abyssinian kitten, I want to find a rescue cat. Pros and cons please
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tryhardrep · 02/02/2013 09:17
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