Is she making excuses?

[Meruem]

Taking the chance that the person in question is not an MN user! Went to view a kitten the other day. The woman asked me so many questions, it was like the Spanish inquisition! I've had easier job interviews! She said she had other people coming to view too so would let me know at the weekend. Now I've had a message saying she wants to get further advice on any other precautions re rehoming the kitten! I looked online and found plenty of advuce within 2 minutes. Also wouldn't she have sought that advice before advertising if she felt she needed to? Now shes saying she'll get back to me in the week. Tbh I feel like saying "let's just leave it" and look elsewhere. I think it's an excuse and she has someone else coming that she likes the sound of better, and it's annoying me I'm being kept dangling potentially as a back up.

IDK, my cousin is in the process of buying a pure-bred kitten and the breeder has a multi-page 'questionnaire' as well as questioning her extensively on socializing the kitten (cousin has an older cat, same breed) and what 'equipment' and process she will use to introduce them.

I don't think someone can be too careful when it comes to selling or rehoming a pet. The owner/breeder has a right to feel 100% comfortable that their animal/pet is going to a suitable home. If you aren't comfortable complying, then look elsewhere.

I don't have an issue with complying. Hence why I answered all the questions. I just don't want to be messed about.

Is it a pedigree kitten?

No, just a standard cat. Mum was from a rescue place.

She's probably scared because of the risk the kitten might not be going to a good forever home but be used in dog baiting.

Possibly worried about baiting. Some sellers now insist on viewing homes.

I'd be happier knowing a seller was keen to ensure the pet was going to a good home with a lovely owner as opposed to someone with awful intentions.

I appreciate it can be frustrating but surely if its worth it, then you'll be happy to hold on a bit.

Its great to hear someone is actually taking the time to check things properly instead of just taking the money you should be pleased the kitten is coming from such a good home and wouldn't be surprised if they decide to keep it by the sounds of it

I understand that some people use animals for bad purposes but I'm not sure what else I can do to put her mind at ease. I went and met her, answered every qustion and gave her access to my social media! (Which I wasn't entirely comfortable with). She asked, so I agreed, so at least she could see i am who I say I am. I think that's what it is though. She doesn't want to let it go which I can understand but I can't help feeling a bit messed around.

Well, I guess the only thing you can do would be to let her know that since you've complied with her requests, you would appreciate a decision from her as to whether or not she's going to place the cat with you. Possibly give her a deadline. Then if she doesn't follow through, move on.

I don't think I'd feel 'messed around' as I'm sure she didn't do it on purpose to mess you around, but I'd certainly feel a bit frustrated at her dragging it out.