Postby InSideOut Gardening » Sat Apr 19, 2014 12:53 am
I lost my Louis, just shy of 16, 2 months ago. I adore cats but did not want to commit to a long term cat/human relationship just yet. My Lou Lou cannot yet be replaced and I do not want to. I live almost opposite Battersea Dogs and Cats home and am now fostering a 2.5yr mum since Tuesday and her four kittens, now two weeks old. It is very rewarding.
The staff at the home are great, you can foster old cat/dog or cat/dog that is waiting to be homed, not just pregnant mums or mums with kittens/puppies. It can be a great way to test the water.
And it can work to suit your lifestyle, you may travel for part of the year but want the company of a four legged friend when your not, you could be on a short term visa and not able to commit to a long relationship.
Taking on a permanent pet can be a huge commitment, it really does need to thought through, so try before you buy.
Good luck