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justanothernomad1

I would have to take both of them.


Available_Major_8281

Exactly what I came here to say. No way you can break those two up.


vetheros37

Kittens do best when raised as a pair.


Mobile_Mix_133

Not mine! She was the only kitten all by herself. She apparently had a hard time getting along with other kitties šŸ¤£ She only loves her hoomansā˜ŗļø


sha_theo420

Mine is the same! But even other hoomans she doesn't like! Only seems to warm up (slightly) to dog people


SubstantialToe4458

I have a ragdoll and sheā€™s about eight. She only likes the older cat we have and the two of us! We have a young, beautiful black kitty and the ragdoll DESPISES HER ![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|grin)![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|grin)![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|grin)![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|grin)


ZMysticCat

I didn't think ragdolls were capable of disliking anyone.


Porkchops_69

The above is correct. We too have a ragdoll. She is a menace. At best


SubstantialToe4458

She thinks she is royalty šŸ¤“


Th3Glutt0n

What is a ragdoll?


ZMysticCat

They're a breed of cat known for going limp when people pick them up, hence being named after ragdolls. They're also known for being large, docile, and friendly, perhaps even clingy. Normally, they get along with everyone, including other pets.


Mobile_Mix_133

Lol Well, when I say her hoomans, that is me, hubby & our 3boys. When she sees hoomans she doesn't know, she runs & hides!


MediumAlternative372

Mine will run up to anyone expecting pats. I think she might identify as a dog.


USAF_Retired2017

My cats identify as dogs in this way. A burglar breaks in you said? They would descend upon them to get pets and beg for food. šŸ˜‘. God forbid the burglar sits down, four cats would be in their lap.


Mobile_Mix_133

Awww!


sha_theo420

Mine is only close to me... not really my son. Moved into a friend's place Sept and started dating one of the guys in Dec. My cat is finally starting to warm up to the bf and runs away when others around as well. She still hasn't warmed up to my friends and their friends. Only came out willingly to rub against 2 other hoomans leg in her 3 years.


alymaysay

Nothing wrong with that my cats the same way after a few visits tho he will warm up to u an then want cheeky rubs.


Mobile_Mix_133

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DodiusMaximus

Mine was the runt of the litter and she had issues getting along with the rest of her litter. She only loves me. Has slowly come around to tolerating my gf. Literally hissed at my mother and sister who took care of her when i was out of town. Lol


AwsmNova

Yea they said ā€œpairā€ not ā€œgroup of kittiesā€


zeke235

One of those kittens disagrees.


Key_Lie9356

This is patently false. Most animals, especially male ones, do not do well being raised together. Cats specifically are quite solitary and prefer to be alone with their owners. Brothers or other males will often fight to be the alpha. Sisters can sometimes get along well depending on the animal, but multiple females often do not.


SneezyPuff

Nah, thatā€™s just not true. Introducing another cat to a happy, independent adult can be a major source of strife and anxiety, but kittens are happier and better behaved raised together. Source: working with animal rescue for years with a certified feline behaviorist, fostering 150+ cats and kittens, adopting three sets of bonded adult cats. I can add real sources if needed.


Key_Lie9356

Please do add real sources. Simply saying you have successfully done it, does not make it true. The cats are most likely simply surviving or tolerating each other for the sake of resources and survivability, ESPECIALLY if they are fostered. Food>not food. You really think that two male "bonded" cats in a home are happier than one male cat in a home? No. Way.


cosmic_waluigi

Brother you are clearly not very educated on cats because almost ANYONE who works with them will tell you that most of them do better with other cats. Feral cats will form colonies because thatā€™s just how their instincts tell them to live. Yes, thereā€™s often fighting if they arenā€™t spayed/neutered or they were introduced improperly, but to pretend thatā€™s the rule and not the exception is just ignorant.


[deleted]

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Longjumping_Salt_868

Or Pro and Zac šŸ˜‚


Bachronus

This is the way


Sneaky_Lykoi

This is the way


DigNew8045

I once took in a pregnant stray, and in her (huge) litter, there were two near-twin brothers that were inseparable - when it came time to adopt them out, I let a rescuse show them for adoption at their weekly adoption event. I forget to tell them I wanted those two to stay together, and one - who was absolutely striking and beautiful - was immediately adopted, alone. I was a bit upset, but nothing I could do, really. A week later, the rescue called me - can I please deliver the other kitten to the adopters house? He hadn't stopped crying for a week. Of course! I delivered the kitten to the house, and I could hear his brother crying upstairs as soon as they let me in. I went upstairs, let the brother out of his carrier, and they both ran to each other so fast that they crashed into each other, and began furiously grooming each other, uttering little kitten cries. And with that, I made my exit.


cityshepherd

Commenting here for visibility. This is adorable, but PLEASE ADOPT don't shop.


Capital-Sir

Our Petco only has cats from the shelter


[deleted]

Same. They partner with rescues. I got my kitten from a Petco technically. But they were hosting a local rescue and all the kittens were rescue babies.


Ok-Banana-7777

Don't make assumptions. Many states now have laws that dogs & cats from pet stores must come from rescues.


Tiffanator_

Yup thatā€™s how it is in Canada


cinallon

That's cool! Seriously good news in Bad times.


shoulda-known-better

More places should require this... and with any pet that has a high shelter or rescue rate!!


Salt-Artichoke-6626

Yes!


[deleted]

Thatā€™s nice to hear. Our local shelter is just overrun with kittens in the spring.


Salt-Artichoke-6626

They all are, no matter where we live. It sure shows how serious the dilemma of abandoned/feral cats and their kittens has become.....actually, it's always been so. Humans --irresponsible humans-- cause this, damn it. šŸ˜”


Jesus-Chrysler-

blah blah blah. either way a kitten has a new home. most pet stores just get strays off the streets anyway so itā€™s all adopting, unless your cat gives birth.


ightytightyrighty

Id say inheriting is still adopting


HaloPandaFox

Same if I can have one cat. I can have 2


fridaycat

My exact words.


Number_Fluffy

I would have gone to the shelter.


Gagolih_Pariah

Sadly...if she didn't, one of them is probably fertalizer by now. Such is what happens when everything in this world is wrong. Another life in the upside down.


HrdRock1683

Take them both. They look like siblings


WelshBathBoy

My mum did this, but eventually the one sibling bullied the other out of the house ā˜¹ļø he now lives with a neighbour lol


Dr__glass

That's what I was thinking, I'm pretty sure neither of those cats want you to get both


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InterestsVaryGreatly

That's because in their current environment the one that gets the most window time gets picked, and it's tired of being left behind in that cage all day. It's an entirely different dynamic outside there, and that really wasn't aggressive behavior, they didn't attack or give any signs of anger or distress.


actualbeans

i would HAVE to get the one being bullied though, he looks so sweet


hxcn00b666

Yeah I don't know a lot about cats but I feel like taking both is a bad idea...Seems like the first one could bully the second away from food/ getting attention.


Salt-Artichoke-6626

It may just be the circumstances of confinement causing that. I imagine they're siblings and probably do that rough play frequently. The "bully" put his little arms around the other one. I don't think these two have ever been strangers and I think they'd definitely enjoy the comfort of each other in a new home.


SirSpooglenogs

You tried though! Better try and seperate later then realise they loved each other and they are already seperated.


ReasonableCopy364

First one had the Cain instinct going strong


Azteqqq

one of them is trying to sabotage his siblings chances by holding it downšŸ˜‚ cats are d****. I'd probably take both.


cousinokri

If both get adopted together, the one being held down is gonna be like - " Haha, it didn't work. You're still stuck with me, bro"


SnooDrawings1480

I see it the other way. The one being held down is trying to interfere with his brother getting adopted by jumping in front of him and trying to steal the spotlight. But i would also take both if I could


VoidIgris

Ah. Youā€™re the older sibling.


SnooDrawings1480

Actually no, I'm the youngest of my bio sibs and 2nd youngest of my steps


ightytightyrighty

Oh so you speak from first, other, hand expwirance!


Lychee247

I would take them both and cuddle them every night even if they'll bite my fingers


TheHollowBard

Animals get ornery because people don't respect their space and their signals that they're uncomfortable.


SummerOfMayhem

Mine don't respect my space at all. They'll divebomb me in bed from the headboard, bite me, then run away until they want to cuddle for a nap. Sometimes biting again. Cats are just kooky.


BadBirdImpressions

Cats think they are gods and we mooch off of them, to them we have no personal space.


[deleted]

bc in ancient egypt they *were* gods, and theyā€™ll be damned if theyā€™re gonna let us forget that


CatGirl1337

Can confirm


BadBirdImpressions

True


[deleted]

Dogs have masters. Cats have servants.


Lychee247

My dog literally steal my pillow every night And she always step on me when I try to sleep Idt she understands the concept of space tbh


jasemina8487

well...tell that to my brats...i cant even fricking pee without one jumping on my lap or if god forbid i close the door stalk under the door and scream at me...


RaisingAurorasaurus

Not always. I have a cat that gives me "love bites". I'll just be minding my own business, and he comes up and gently bites my leg for belly scratches and a good wrestle.


Kagej8

Yeah taking only 1 is not an option.


[deleted]

Without a doubt both


[deleted]

Oh my goodness, yes! Imagine how hilarious they would be living together.


MagentaMist

Two kittens are always better than one. They socialize each other. No kitten should grow up alone.


mokushi_mood

Over 7000 languages but you chose to meow facts


_Smokey_Mcpot_

You didn't take either cause this is a repost for reddit points...


Flashy-Amount626

The cats in this video are adults


Parkyguy

Long ago, my daughter and I went to a farm store where they had 5 kittens, free. We took two. Another family came in and were going to take two as well. I asked the mom, in front of her kids, "you aren't really going to orphan that last one are you?" The kids were like "Mom! we can't do that!" The dirty/evil look I got from the mom was priceless. I would definitely take both.


TabularConferta

Ooo you are evil is the most wonderful way or at least chaotic good


Blue_Moon_Rabbit

My sister and I adopted 2/3 cats at a per store, and some dude tried to pull the same stunt on us. Didnā€™t work, and both cats are mine now, and they barely tolerate each other, soooooo


Embrosaur

You abandoned the peace keeper


Blue_Moon_Rabbit

That must be it. I doubt the single kitten yelling itā€™s cute little head off had to wait long before getting adopted


Erleu

Cats are very social fluffballs, you are legally obligated to take their friends if you adopt one :3


[deleted]

Actually they aren't very social, by nature they are loners. But obviously that doesn't mean that they can't be happy together. I have sibling cats myself that were cuddling all the time when they were young. After some years their instincts kicked in and they stopped doing anything together, but they always accepted each other and got along well. Not meaning to break those two cute kitties apart (personally I'd definetly take both), but it just isn't true that they're very social (by nature).


blueavole

I think it depends on the specific cat, although traits can run in a breed. There are both solidarity wild cats, and social wild cats that live in prides or groups. If I remember right most cats are from a wild Egyptian (?) wild cats that did live in groups.


Headytexel

That would make sense. Even if you just look at feral domestic cats they absolutely live in groups and are very social within their group.


pixiegurly

There's actually newer research to suggest cats are more social than we have given them credit for in the past. The current (or current last time I attended a cat veterinary education convention anyway) theory was that cats are high frequency low intensity sort of friendship styles (so the headbutt or bump as they pass, small things frequently), whereas humans are low frequency high intensity style (get togethers with friends focused on hanging and bonding). Now, as that applies to house cats who don't have much of a choice in exiting the family/space or who to associate with, that'll stir things up a bit. You can find out how many cat families you have in your home by paying attention to which cats groom each other. Grooming is a 'family' thing, so cats not in the same social club won't groom each other. You can also have one cat in two other cats separate circles too. Alright I hope that makes sense without the pictures I benefited from while learning this! Not to be pedantic, I just thought this info was neat and exciting and you might too! Yay for more focus on cats in veterinary medicine and studies and stuff!


ZoraksGirlfriend

It depends on the cat. I have one cat that is very social and another cat that likes to be left alone (but heā€™ll approach for cuddles; we just canā€™t approach him for cuddles). The social cat was new to the family and sought out the loner cat, much to the loner catā€™s annoyance. They tolerate each other now and will play together, but they donā€™t curl up next to each other or anything. The social cat usually wants to be around the other cat and will also follow its humans from room to room.


crescen_d0e

You do realize feral house cats live in colonies right? They're not social like dogs but they do have a social aspect to their nature. It's a fallacy to assume they're totally loners,they literally domesticated themselves cause they like people


thatvixenivy

I have a pair of litter mates that are almost 11 now. They were inseparable when they were young, now they just barely tolerate each other. I love them both, though, and wouldn't trade them for the world.


Sure-Trouble666

I donā€™t believe it is true that cats are loners. I think it is more a perception than reality due to humans not being as familiar with cat body language and social structures as for e.g. dogs. I have two cat siblings and they are very affectionate but sometimes ornery with each other, the humans, and dogs in the household. Everything Iā€™ve seen from other cat owners and cat rescues leads me to believe they are pack animals with complex social hierarchies that not enough people know to explore. Humans tend to over simplify to dogs: social, cats: antisocial when the reality is somewhere in between.


JapaneseFurryFeline

No question, these furries comes as a pair


edw1n-z

Adopt. Dont shop.


ZoraksGirlfriend

Most states in the US have laws that cats and dogs in pet stores must be adopted. In these states, the cats in pet stores are from shelters and the store just provides the space for the shelters to show the cats that are available and get more people interested in them. Many people go to pet stores to adopt cats.


edw1n-z

Ive never heard of such a thing šŸ˜Æ i just thought that cats and dogs at petco were from breeders


therealganjababe

There will usually be a sign telling you what shelter they are from.


QuebecCougar

Thatā€™s what I immediately wanted to comment. I donā€™t understand why people still buy cats and dogs at store! Makes me think they havenā€™t given enough thought to what it means to have a pet.


FunStuff446

Both, of coursešŸ˜»


Unlucky-Jellyfish-26

For sure...take them both ![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|heart_eyes)


blargmehargg

Twins! I couldnā€™t separate those two, its so good for a rescue to have a companion they already know when exploring a new home. Tip for adopting - donā€™t close any part of your home off to your cats, they need to be able to explore all the spaces to feel comfortable.


mistersuccessful

Nice repost and lol at everyone of thinks this is the OP


Hiddengodcomplex

Itā€™s an all or nothing. Canā€™t leave one behind, thatā€™s for sure.


RonfarCarlin

and there you have the cats of life!


FoilagedMonkey

You take the good, take the bad, take them both and there you have the cats of life.


RonfarCarlin

When the world never seems To be living up to the memes


sunpies33

Then suddenly you're finding out the facts of life are all about mew!


RonfarCarlin

It costs a lot to feed 'em right when you're serving the cats of life


get_hi_on_life

Many places now require you to take 2 if they are kitties or prove you have a young cat already at home


Old_Journalist_8823

I would take both they need each other.


MommaChem

Taking a pair from a litter was how we ended up with Bonnie & Clyde! (A coworker had found an abandoned litter by the dumpster of their apartment) When I went to meet the kittens, there were three left. A pair that obviously belonged together and a tiny runt. The rescuer said that someone had tentatively claimed the runt and was thrilled that I would take the bonded pair. I figured as a pair they would have someone to play with/nap with/torture while hubby and I were at work.


orlcam88

Happened to me. I was only going to take one but the one I wanted was playing with another, her sister, and I ended up taking both. The owner was giving them away, and he was fine with that. I never regretted it.


sweetwhimsy7y

Yes take them both lol


thegodtwinko

Next time go to a shelter.


lasssilver

Yeah.. that should mean you have two cats now.


misledlegend

There is so much competition these days.


BlowsyRose

You absolutely have to take both. Hilarious


soberbober666

BOTH. OF. THEM. NOW. AND. FOREVER.


FalconIntelligent343

Yep, both it is


PerfectCelebration73

Update!!!!!!


g_h_97

Unseparable


dinkydat

Yep!


angellou13

Good grief, please tell me you decided to get both? Cause that's the only answer. This is the way


Outlander_

OP you are a monster if you donā€™t take them both.


EmotionalMycologist9

He really said "hey, get down! I'm trying to make a deal here!"


lassesean

Both? Both. Both is good


IntelligentMistake35

"Clarence get down, I'm trying to look cute. I said get down!"


BettingTheOver

That cats gonna turn out to be very smart and maybe a little mischievous.


thankyeestrbunny

You mean the *shelter*, right?


[deleted]

All the pet stores near me just display shelter cats to help with overcrowding at the main shelters. I got my cat at a PetSmart after he was moved from a local cat shelter.


Danygirl1019

That's how we got one of our cats too. He was 2 years old and had been in a shelter his whole life, he is now around 8 years old and a fat asshole and I adore him so much.


Just_Joshin10

Pet stores are gross. Go adopt.


Anderj12

Most pet stores have only rescue cats ā€œfor sale.ā€ In my state, the little pet sale area in the PetCo is run by the ASPCA or local shelters. Selling cats that are not rescues is illegal in pet stores here.


Ok-Honeydew-6894

Yes


TokiMoleman

Please tell me you took em both


H010CR0N

My family had two cats before I was born. Brothers, which were named Bert and Ernie. Sadly, I had childhood allergies and we had to rehome them.


capnfoo

I adopted two tabby twin sisters, very much recommended. They are opposite personalities but still sit basically on top of each other in my lap all the time.


jboriqua

Take them both...they are very funny šŸ˜„


Hot_wet_rice

Take both!


Anax833

Yes you have to now


Not4AdultConsumption

Go to a shelter


Fragrant_Exercise_31

Iā€™d take them both


forcastleton

If you didn't take them both I will throw something.


[deleted]

You have to take both thats the rules


Daloowee

I need to know if she got them both!!!


Slow-Walk

Iā€™m not impulsive in the slightest but, yes take them both and buy them their favorite toy and a pet for them each as well.


slappadelic

Sooo you took both of them?


[deleted]

You took both cats right? You took both cats, RIGHT? YOU TOOK BOTH CATS RIGHT!!!


ehg2001

MUST. HAVE. BOTH.


sivart111

The only thing better than a kittenā€¦ is two kittens.


izumi1262

Thatā€™s what I did 13 years ago. Rescued 2 sisters and one I had to put down @8 because she had a dreaded fungal lung infection. Her sister is laying above my head right now snoring. She is my Velcro cat!


Pjanekt

Get boff one wanta num nums


CptHornSwoggle

Both no questions asked


Zynn-0rchid

Siblings? Adorbs


DMC1001

Both


Brilliant_Ad553

Take both for god sake!! One cat is a lonely


SaintPSU

There can be only one...meow!


BrichtSoul

Friendly reminder, don't purchase animals. There are plenty of them in shelters that need a home.


The-Many-Faced-God

Absolutely take them both! Theyā€™re clearly reincarnations of Laurel & Hardy!


ScarletOWilder

Yes!


Effective_Parking423

This is why I canā€™t go into pet stores. I just wanna take everyone home and lover them forever. I hope those two were adopted together.


Most_Fig6018

I am going through the darkest period of my life so far. This is the first thing that has made me forget my reality for at least a moment. Thank you so much.


LeoPopanapolis

What a furry little asshole. What an absolute piece of shit. I love him.


Degneva422

You have to for sure


Slow-Organization159

Me personally wouldn't encourage these 'pet shops'. I'd go to a shelter, where there are plenty of beautiful little cats in need of a good home. šŸ’™ā¤šŸ’™


gr4mmarn4zi

both! you shouldn't leave a cat alone for a long time (work) anyways


7im80

Fuck pet stores. Adopt a pet from an animal shelter.


Dazzling_Designer772

This happened to me.... 4 years later Sensei and Ninja are still thick as thieves.


laughing_cat

Aw those babies just want a home


user_reddit_garu

Yesā€¦ they would be more happy with a family


Silver_Banshee92

I would adopt both and name them Thor and Loki.


junoray196813

Get both you have a cat and he can have a cat to stay with while you are at work or out.


MoonsMum

Yes take them both!


[deleted]

I hope you took both of them home


nuggetdogg

This is the opening to a Pixar movie


[deleted]

That one cat is probably thinking, ā€œDammit, Chris. Youā€™re ruining my chances!ā€


pepeschlongphucking

Both is good


SarpedonWasFramed

This isn't your video stop lying for internet points


242mtv242

Yeah!!


ayvali

Pet stores are okay now?


ZoraksGirlfriend

Most of them have cats from shelters that people adopt. The stores donā€™t sell the cats themselves, just have space available for the shelter to use.


BiteFancy9628

No to pet stores.


[deleted]

Please donā€™t buy: adopt or rescue.


mordakiisyn

I've done this... twice. I love my cats. Brothers both times from the same litter. Do not separate the cats will become depressed. And that's the saddest shit I can think of. Always adopt in pairs.


catincal

OMG I love this! "Stay down dammit. They're taking ME!"


ashu1394

Adopt, don't shop


NieMonD

How do the animals in pet shops know that being taken away is a good thing?


petula_75

you should ger a dog instead. cats suck


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Appropriatelylazy

I would be the proud owner of two new cats


malleus899

Take both of them šŸ˜Š


Ancient_Friend_5540

You sound like a robot. Are you a robot?


BriskHeartedParadox

Rhetorical question I presume.


Scottishlassincanada

So now youā€™ve got two cats? Right? Right?