Hey guys, Im First time cat owner: Please advise
A coworker brought over a stray cat with the hope that he and my cat would get along and possibly become lifelong companions. I welcomed the idea, and after just a few days, the two cats started to bond—they were playing, eating, and even sleeping together.
However, less than a week later, the same coworker unexpectedly took the stray cat to a pound with a brief explanation. I was surprised and didn’t protest because we worked closely together in a small team, and I didn’t want to create tension. Plus, since she found the cat initially, I felt she might have some say in the matter.
Now, I’m left with mixed feelings. On one hand, I’m upset about losing a cat that I was starting to care for, especially after seeing how well he and my cat were getting along. On the other hand, I’m unsure if I should have asserted myself more. Should I have insisted on keeping him?
I’m also conflicted about whether I should try to get the cat back. I believe my cat benefited from the experience, but I’m also apprehensive about the long-term commitment of having two cats, especially with plans to move in the future. Financially, I can handle the vet bills and other expenses, but I wonder if the stray should find a home where he can be someone’s special companion, just like my cat is to me.
Would it be worth trying to get him back if he’s still at the shelter after a week? I’ve never been adopted from a shelter before, and I’m unsure of the process, especially after a previous attempt with a friend didn’t go well. Any thoughts or advice would be greatly appreciated.
she gave the cat to you and stole it. So Lame
Something is wrong with your coworker—That appears to be suspicious conduct. Maybe she stole it from an ex or something? Like, got into a disagreement with someone and took the cat as retaliation? I know that seems like a bad movie, but giving someone a cat, then returning a week later, and taking the cat and leaving it off at a shelter without asking doesn’t make sense.