Thread: Buying a 2nd

We got Neevie for £200 - Katemaz in Stoke - not sure if it's because she was born with a hernia that resorbed before we even got her...

Hi - how lovely! Am sure that Sampson would love a mate!
However, please be very very careful if you're considering a 'cheap' MC - there's nearly always a reason why they are cheap, and not a good reason either. Bear in mind that you may not pay full price for your new babe, but you could well end up paying more than the difference in vets bills ..... your best bet would be to go with recommendation ...
What about Sampson's breeder, does she have any kittens? Where do you live - perhaps there's somebody on this forum who could recommend a breeder to you?
How exciting tho, a new babe!!
Good luck & please keep us posted?

Originally Posted by Puzzles

Hi - how lovely! Am sure that Sampson would love a mate!
However, please be very very careful if you're considering a 'cheap' MC - there's nearly always a reason why they are cheap, and not a good reason either. Bear in mind that you may not pay full price for your new babe, but you could well end up paying more than the difference in vets bills ..... your best bet would be to go with recommendation ...
What about Sampson's breeder, does she have any kittens? Where do you live - perhaps there's somebody on this forum who could recommend a breeder to you?
How exciting tho, a new babe!!
Good luck & please keep us posted?

Sampson is Maine coon X persian not a pedigree. And yeah I understand about there could be a reason why it's cheap etc I live in London so choices are quite low. Have found a few pedigrees up north that is registered, fully vet checked etc for £200-£250, but in London it's so much more expensive.

We mostly want another so Sampson has a playmate and has company during the nights (I can't let him in my bedroom, he "slaps" me on the cheek to play with him lol)

I love the maine coon breed... can't say I love the price of them though hehe. Think we'll go for another cross maybe.

On a side note - We tried to adopt a kitten from the RSPCA the other day... had the home visit and... we have the "perfect" home to adopt and Sampson was one of the best looking cats she has seen (in terms of looks, personality and physically fit) This is mirrored by the vets last week when he had his annual injections (she was all "ohhh he's so lovely") My brave boy didn't even flinch with the shot.

We was told we HAVE to let the kitten/new cat out or we WILL NOT be able to adopt one. We will only be able to adopt an old(er) cat! Was furious :(

I just can't afford to throw £400+ on the table in one go for a pedigree haha

"We was told we HAVE to let the kitten/new cat out or we WILL NOT be able to adopt one. We will only be able to adopt an old(er) cat! Was furious :("

Does that mean you have to let the cat go outside and roam the streets, perhaps to be run over or poisoned? That makes absolutely no sense to me. I never let Ginger out on her own. I do however put a harness on her and take her in my fenced yard, I still watch her like a hawk! I saw the most beautiful Persian cat at the pet food store from a high kill shelter and it breaks my heart not to bring her home. I would love to have another MC, but with so many unwanted pets available in the US it is not responsible to get another pure bred kitten.

Originally Posted by donnad

"We was told we HAVE to let the kitten/new cat out or we WILL NOT be able to adopt one. We will only be able to adopt an old(er) cat! Was furious :("

Does that mean you have to let the cat go outside and roam the streets, perhaps to be run over or poisoned? That makes absolutely no sense to me. I never let Ginger out on her own. I do however put a harness on her and take her in my fenced yard, I still watch her like a hawk! I saw the most beautiful Persian cat at the pet food store from a high kill shelter and it breaks my heart not to bring her home. I would love to have another MC, but with so many unwanted pets available in the US it is not responsible to get another pure bred kitten.

Yup, we was basically ordered to let the new kitten/cat out if we adopt from them. Excuse was "they like to hunt and climb"... We have a 8ft climbing frame and I do simulated play daily using toys. It was so contradicting how she could say Sampson is one of the best looking cats she has seen... and was happy that he is an indoor cat. We did take him out a few times on a harness and leash but he prefers the indoors (he has no desire to go out, we supply everything he needs indoors)

We have a fair amount of foxes in the area + An expensive cat would most likely be abused and/or stolen. Sampson will meet and greet -anyone- with affection. It's just not worth the risk.

well, I guess it's too late now but that's when I would advocate a little lie - it's not like they'd come and check it out anyway, I guess they have other things to do....

Originally Posted by Alekto

well, I guess it's too late now but that's when I would advocate a little lie - it's not like they'd come and check it out anyway, I guess they have other things to do....

I didn't feel too comfortable with lying to be honest. I asked her straight "What if I lived in a flat?" her response - "Then you won't have a kitten from us" Although I do feel bad about the kittens having to stay at rspca for a bit longer, I feel that if people lie about letting them outside, the policy won't change.


As for another maine coon - Spoke to mum, we may hold out for a few months and get a pedigree. Unless we find a cross that we fall in love with in the mean time like we did with Sampson.

On the subject of Sammy, just had 2 repair blokes come and he followed them around the house purring away and wanting to play haha. One said "Wow, he's awesome, is he a special breed?" I know, I sound a bit egotistical but eh, it's always welcoming to hear those comments :P

"There is no one 'perfect' way to care for all cats because every cat and every situation is different. Cats are now increasingly kept as indoor-only pets, whilst many are given access outside or even live outside permanently. It is up to you how you look after your cat, but you must take reasonable steps to ensure that you meet all its needs."

Ironically I found this statement on the RSPCA website. Personally I think it is irresponsible to let cats roam the streets, not only is it dangerous for the cat, it is also dangerous for wildlife. I think if people took as good of care of their children as the RSPCA wants them to take care of their pets, this would be a wonderful world indeed.

also they give indoor care advice her:
Keeping cats indoors - Environment - Cats