- Dec 14, 2009
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cheerheart4life - I kinda have to agree with your parents on this one, for the cats sake. College is going to be great, whether you have a cat with you or not. It's also going to be a lot of work and caring for a kitten at the same time is going to be difficult and stressful. Think about the vet visits and shots it needs as a kitten. The food and litter box will take up a lot of space which you already wont have have. It's gonna take a lot of time that you wont have to care for it and train it. Colleges are also not the best place for a cat or any pet, really. Sometimes, unfortunately, pets are the victims of drunk pranks or tricks or they get hurt in the small areas that house a lot of people at once. I just wouldn't take that chance. I know its not what you wanted to hear, but I would wait until you're out of school to get you're own cat. After we had to put my first dog down, it took me almost 7 years of begging my parents for a new one, so I understand that "hole in your heart" kind of feeling and it sucks a lot. But maybe instead of getting a new kitten, you could lend some time at an animal shelter and give your love and attention to all the cats who need those things that don't have families or anyone to care for them. Try to find one near your school, too! It'll be great for you. I know it's not the same, but it'll be a great alternative.