I’m so very sorry that Blue is sick. It must hurt terribly not to be with her, and you’ve made the difficult but right choice in not putting more stress on Blue. Please remember that whether you’re with her or not, she knows you love her and want what’s best. Our pets never blame us. They simply love us.
Choosing your next cat(s) should be based on what you want and can provide. What’s your work schedule? Are you gone for long stretches during the day? Do you own or rent? What time do you have for training or grooming? Are you interested in the kitties traveling with you?
Kittens are cute, no doubt. But they require more time while young. And until they learn and are taught to scratch the right targets, they potentially can cause damage–even playing “gravity experiments” knocking off breakables during play. They also demand more attention–do you want to sleep through the night, or can you manage with a kitten nibbling your toes while you sleep? A pair of kittens can help keep each other entertained but they are also twice as much to handle.
An adult cat is a known quantity. You may be able to find one that’s already spayed/neutered, already trained to travel well with you, and that’s a predictable personality. You won’t know if the kittens will be lap-sitters or playing maniacs as they mature, but an adult cat will have an established personality.
Longhaired cats need more grooming help. Maine Coon cats like Blue probably have less grooming demands than some others, but still need a good daily combing. Shorthair kitties require much less time for grooming. All best wishes in your quest for new kitties.
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