a cat question

[mmegaera]

So. I think I'm ready. But I am dubious about going through the Humane Society again given my last experience. I'm also dubious about going through Craigslist, and Petfinder appears to only do shelters in my area. I think I want kittens again (if I do I want to get them directly from their mother, like I did Morgan and Linnet), but I'm not 100% sure. I might go for one a bit older. I would vastly prefer male(s). I have a hankering for tabbies (in any color but orange -- Linnet was my orange tabby for this lifetime), but that's not set in concrete.

I'm not sure where else to look. I'm more concerned about making sure I get healthy, non-neurotic cats than anything else.

Any suggestions?

Comments

[dfledermaus]

My last four have come from a fostering group. The cats live with volunteers, not in cages, so they can tell you about their habits, personalities, and quirks. The side benefit is that the volunteers are often fostering multiple cats, so they come predisposed to socializing with other animals.

You could also check with local vets, especially if you have any that specialize in cats. Mine quite often knows of clients who have kittens, as well as occasionally keeping one or two around the office that are up for adoption.

[cynthia1960]

Excellent advice here, seconded. My current Beneficent Feline Overladies (sisters) came from a fostering group. Unfortunately, my beloved late Snickers (see icon) came from a house where there were bratty kids and big dogs, so even though she loved me and liked emceeaich, she definitely was a head case at times.

Lady Bast, send a excellent kitty or two mmegaera's way.

[mmegaera]

How does one find local fostering groups? A websearch was not fruitful. I know about one because of their blog, but I'm not getting any response from them.

[mmegaera]

I only know of one fosterer near me (the Itty Bitty Kitty Committee lady), but I'm not getting any response to my emails to her.

I think I will check with some local vets (esp. the local cat hospital) and see if I can't broaden my search. Thanks.