Help me decide!

[ILoveaSunflower]

We have a very large pet shaped hole in our lives after losing our dog recently and I always said when she was gone I would get a cat.

I really like the idea of a rescue cat rather than purchasing a pure breed and I've been advised about two young cats who might be available soon from our local rescue.

We have two children aged 8 and 11 and both myself and my husband work full time although husband is partly from home.

So my dilemma is is our home situation going to work for having two young cats at home? Will they tear the place apart if we're not there?
Should I be looking for one cat which is more manageable?
Or perhaps wait for a kitten as it would have more chance to play with the kids?

We have lots of love and space to give but I want to make sure I get it right.

As long as they have everything that they need available in the house whilst no one is home, this should be straightforward to you. It is worth reading up on this on google as there are many articles which could help. If you are rescuing it is definitely worth getting as much information as possible from the rescue centre before you get it. It is also best to do some in person viewings if you can to assess it's personality and behavior!

I think it depends on the cats personality tbh.

Ideally you would want ones that are well socialised already. Some breeds are much more into people than others.

I don't think you'll find them destructive they may just take some time and patience to be friendly and want petting.

I have a multiple cat household, my cats go outdoors and l think this makes a big difference with regards to damage. They need a lot of exercise and stimulation. I took on three kittens last year and the damage has been absolute minimal. They have lots of toys and there is always usually one of us here.

If they’re going to be on their own a lot, much better to have a pair as long as you know they get on.

Young cats are also much easier to leave on their own than kittens!

If you are getting kittens get two. If you are going to rehome a cat get one who is used to her own company and is happy to go outside.

I have 2 and one won't go to the loo outdoors which means a lot of cat litter changes.

Cats are the easiest pet. They usually get used to a new environment very quickly.

As others mentioned, read the rescue profiles really well to ensure you know their personalities. Moreover, if you want them only indoors, make sure that they are used to it.

If you get 2 that would be the best for them since they will always have a play buddy. The rescues often post "bonded pairs" which are cats who are already best friend or mother/son.