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Think we need a bigger cat..... recommendations for a large family one?

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JohnnyMcGrathSaysFuckOff · 10/08/2018 14:37

Just that, really.

When it was just DD1, we had a 5 seater Toyota for me, and 5 seat Skoda for DH ( yes, we do love our flash autos!).

But with the DTs coming along, I think we need to raid savings for a bigger cat.... sigh! Recommendations?

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SmellMyBeads · 10/08/2018 16:13

I haven't read the full thread. But I'm going to go against the grain here and suggest a Meer Cat. Size doesn't matter. But these lads have the chat!

AlpacaLypse · 10/08/2018 16:18

I use a Sharan, it's a joy to drive. I can't comment about its passenger seats as we've removed them all and replaced them with dog crating. I can tell you with that configuration you can get ten Labrador size dogs in no trouble.

MrsFogi · 10/08/2018 16:25

Best thread of the day Grin. Just needs more pictures. I'm sure you could fit the family in one of these although you may need a bigger car to put it in.

Branleuse · 10/08/2018 16:27

Norwegian forest I think. I mean I do like a maine coone, but I think with a norwegian you get the fluffiness too

Feckitall · 10/08/2018 16:31

Whatever you get OP, just get the engine checked...you don't want a dud..
make sure it purrs...

Grin
Jojobythesea · 10/08/2018 16:34

Literally crying with laughter. Grin We've just got a Volvo and I love it.

NomNomNominativeDeterminism · 10/08/2018 16:47

You’re going to need something to keep all the cats entertained on those long journeys - try The Lion and Albert www.sheerpoetry.co.uk/junior/junior-poetry-library/in-the-classroom-part-one/the-lion-and-albert

RaspberryRipple1963 · 10/08/2018 16:48

Norwegian Forest cats are lovely,and pretty big with it.

SasBel · 10/08/2018 16:52

I have 3 cats, the 2 smaller ones can take a child each, and the old tabby carries the adults and toddler. Grin

I have just brought a 7 seat Citroen, love it so far. I wanted an Alhambra but they seem to be non existent on the second hand market Hmm

DilianaDilemma · 10/08/2018 16:57

Just came on to say that size really doesnt matter: my mongrel was tiny and keep the whole family on their feet for two decades.

ellendegeneres · 10/08/2018 17:14

Scottish wildcats are pretty big 🤷🏻‍♀️

Sorry, I have rtft lol

Easilyflattered · 10/08/2018 17:15

Don't get a tiger, I had one turn up unannounced one day and it all the food in the house and drank all daddy's beer.

We had to go to a cafe for tea.

Elephant14 · 10/08/2018 17:27

Are we doing the large pussy jokes now or is it too early?

3luckystars · 10/08/2018 17:31

Catseat

Think we need a bigger cat..... recommendations for a large family one?
3luckystars · 10/08/2018 17:32

No it’s not too soon at all!

Think we need a bigger cat..... recommendations for a large family one?
Snooks1971 · 10/08/2018 17:38

Our Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Picatto is excellent

(See what I did there?)

Elephant14 · 10/08/2018 18:54

Snooks I did, but I've had quite a lot of wine now, so am going straight into the spacious pussy area, anyone care to join me?

JohnnyMcGrathSaysFuckOff · 10/08/2018 19:49

Well Elephants I must admit that since the twins arrived my pussy is more spacious but I'm hoping exercise will tone it up.

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JohnnyMcGrathSaysFuckOff · 10/08/2018 19:50

You can stay out of my spacious pussy area though, bad enough fending off bloody DH

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Feckitall · 10/08/2018 20:26

Bugger that didn't work...

StripySocksAndDocs · 10/08/2018 20:29

I think you'd probably have to exercise big cats. Take them for walks and what not. Cheetahs could be awkward here. Though I think they are my favourite big cat.

Dowser · 10/08/2018 20:40

Our red self Persian Arthur, was huge

Would that be any good.
Don’t go for a chinchilla...beautiful ...but very fine boned...wouldn’t grow very big at all!

Dowser · 10/08/2018 20:42

Oh wow...that ginger cat driving the car is practically my Arthur
God rest his furry little soul 😢

Dowser · 10/08/2018 20:43

Thought this was a cat thread

Didn’t read the op...never mind the full thread.