I am really torn about this one! Please don't get mad as I have had this really tearing at my heart!!! We gave up our house when the bank wanted to charge us almost $75,000 more than what it was worth along with the fact there were 2 attempted break-ins where the 2nd one they almost got in and left blood on the window. We have several cats of which 2 were only outside kitties. When the move came we decided that we were going to take them all. We loaded them up in a kennel and brought them to the new place. Needless to say, they freaked out so bad I had to take them back to the old house. There are some great people that feed strays along with Jewels and Chompers. My question to you is this: If you had to move would you: A) take the kitties with you even if they are really flipping out B) take the kitties to a shelter where the only one that is accepting is not a "no kill" shelter C) leave them where they are since they know the area, the people and seem to be okay I feel like such a horrible fur-mommy for leaving them. I just don't know if it is better to leave them there where they have a chance at a life or take them some place that I know will kill them because they are older kitties and not really adoptable. I know they remember me and seem to still love me because when I go there, they come right up to my truck to say hello. I was always against people leaving their animals when they moved but now I understand a little bit better as to why they do. Please tell me what you think or would do but please don't be mean as i am trying to do what is best for them.
I'd take em with you if you really liked em I'm sure they'll miss you Sent from my iPhone using Grasscity Forum
I would probably take them. They are more familiar with your home and surroundings, but they're also more familiar with you! They'll likely have a stressful reaction to either being moved or left, really. All animals take a little while to get used to a new home after moving, same as humans. If it's a pretty rural area, and they've always lived outdoors, I might consider leaving them behind. I'm too soft-hearted about animals to take one to a shelter, but that's just me. Hope it all works out well for you and the beasts
What scares me is that the last time we moved, Ms. Kitty went missing. We kept her inside for almost 2 weeks trying to let her adjust and after her continuing to flip out we let her go outside and that was the last we saw of her. At least I know where these 2 are. It just really messes me up.
I figured at least they had a fighting chance with the help of the people that did come to care for them compared to a wire cage and the final death walk. Thanks for all your comments, it really did help!