Since last May/June there has been a tabby cat who regularly visits my house and my neighbour. In the summer she disappeared and then reappeared with a little kitten. Neither have collars but didn't look neglected. Since this cold weather it is obvious they are homeless. They began sleeping under our garden table in October though not every night however with the snow they are practically living between our houses. We feed them and let them sleep overnight.
The mother is now pushing the kitten away which is normal I am told. I have called the vet to arrange to get them neutered as there is a male who follows the mother around. The vets will neuter for free but rehome them. My neighbour doesn't want to keep either and dh/myself are thinking about having one of them (we will pay for the neutering of the one we keep). We are unsure if the mother would actually stay once the weather improves as she likes being outside. They are both lovely but has anyone any advice on which would be the better choice. Any advice is appreciated.