About Barb Forrest Expertise I have been a cat breeder for over 25 years. I know a lot about health and behavior of felines. I can also help potential exhibitors learn about the world of showing cats. I know when I can help answer health questions and when to refer to a veterinarian... I would be happy to help any who have questions about cats. My particular breed of cat is an Ocicat, however, I have always owned many cats of various breeds.
Experience In the cat world, I have entered my cats in many
cat shows. I have shown one cat to a Grand Championship award, then after he was neutered, I entered him again in the neuter category, and again grand championed him
in that category, and showed him to a Grand Premier.
I will always remember the sweetness of his nature,
and how he "wowed" the judges with his loving
ways.
Question My fiance and I agreed to adopt 2 cats from a friends litter. We were in close contact with the mother throughout her pregnancy and were even there for the births. We picked out the kittens we wanted after just 2 days. Then our new roommates girlfriend decided to give him a stray that she had taken in a few days before. The stray named Jayda was brought into the apartment and allowed to roam in his bedroom and the living room. This made is so when Phoebe and Squee came home they are being kept in our bedroom only. Our roommate insists that since Jayda was here first that she should not be confined but I want my babies to be with me wherever I am. Is there any way I can introduce the kittens without puting them in danger? Will Jayda have problems being confined to our roommates room? Please help. I am feeling very confined myself.
Answer Hi Jamie,
First of all, make sure the stray gets checked out by the Vet to make sure it hasn't any communicable diseases. Cats can carry disease and not be sick themselves, but make other cats sick. Make sure your babies have all their shots and on time. Do you know how old the stray is? Has he/she been neutered? That is a MUST. Having them get along together is not a problem as babies usually melt even the fiestiest cat's heart. Good luck, and please feel free to write again if you feel I can help. Hugs, Barb
