The decision to adopt a kitten is an exciting event, but not to be entered into lightly. Kittensr require an enormous amount of care, which, of course, is compensated by the extreme pleasure of Watching them grow and develop. Sometimes, it is better to adopt two kittens, whether this is your first cat or an addition to a feline family.
1. You're saving two lives instead of one
Double lifesaving, love, and fun! Rest your head on your pillow and dream peacefully knowing you saved not only one but two lives and will be rewarded with twice the love, cuddles, and fun!
2. One kitten can become lonely
A kitten left alone during the day can become lonely and bored, which sometimes can lead to mischief. Two kittens will never be lonely, especially if they are siblings. In fact, you'll often find situations in shelters and rescue group adoption where a cage will contain two kittens with a sign, "These kittens may be adopted only as a pair." Rescue volunteers recognize that Siblings really need to stay together.
3. One kitten can just drive an older cat nuts
Although it might sound contrary, an older, established cat will probably accept two kittens better than one. One kitten will seek out the older cat as a playmate, or worse, tease and pester the senior cat which can cause stress to an older cat. The kitten in return, will be "rewarded" for his playful efforts with hisses and swats. Two kittens will expend their energy in play with each other, leaving their “older uncle” to relax in peace.
4. Two Kittens will “self train”
Kittens learn by copying. If one kitten is quick to learn appropriate litter box use, the other will be likely to copy. They also help each other with grooming; wash-up after meals soon becomes a ritual with two kittens.
5. They help each other burn off energy.
Even the most devoted human caregiver can quickly become exhausted by trying to keep up with the energy of a single kitten. Two kittens will wear each other out, leaving their human parent free to just enjoy watching them.
6.Costs remain similar
Regardless if you bring one kitten home or two, you still have to kitten-proof your house. Kittens can share litter boxes, cat trees, food and water bowls, beds and toys. Aside from vet services and checkups, many things you purchase for one kitten can be used by both cats!
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