Conference misery::feline_v1

    
    I'm really sorry to hear about the death of Bunny.  After 19 years
    together, it's got to be really hard to lose her now.  How sad for
    you....
    
    I always think it's a wonderful idea to get two kittens together.
    That's what I did 8 years ago, when I got Molly and Iago.  Not only
    did they have lots of fun playing together, but they were far less
    destructive to my furniture because they used their energies on
    each other.  It also always helped to alleviate my guilt when I
    was away for the weekend occasionally or traveling on business,
    to know that at least they each had the other for company.  Best
    of luck in finding a new pal...
    
    Lynn
    

    I'm very sorry about Bunny.
    
    I would get two cats.  For awhile I had just one, and he seems
    much happier now that he has someone to keep him company during the
    day.
    
    

    p.s.  you may very well be able to get a Siamese mix from a
    shelter.  Sometimes even a purebred.  I remember once being in a
    shelter (quite awhile ago)
    and seeing a mother Siamese and a her new litter, all needing homes.
    

    I'm so sorry to hear about Bunny, and I hope this may help with your
    decision.
    
    When Kayleigh died, we got a little kitten from the Rescue centre.
    He was so pitiful that we HAD to give him a home. It certainly helped
    to come to terms with Kayleigh's death, knowing that another little
    kitten, who had not had the best start in life, now had a happy home with
    us.
    He must be about a year old now - a big boy, well fed and contented.
    He even has 3 lady felines who call for him regularly to play.
    It's as though he's different cat entirely from the poor little kitten
    we picked up from the Centre.

    I am also sorry to hear about Bunny.  I have added her name to the
    Silver Lining Memorial (see note 2228) List.
    
    I seem to recall a creative note about a siamese that was sent out
    for stud service.  Seems she got away and some other tomcat got the
    honors.  So now the owner of the siamese stud finds herself with 
    a litter of 1/2 siamese kittens.  Think it was in note 415 somewhere.
    Anyone remember exactly?
      Nancy DC

	You have our sympathies as well.  I well know how unique Siamese
	cats are, as we are currently owned by four.

	Now that you know my biases, I'd have to recommend not one but
	two little Siamese babies!  We have two little bluepoint sisters
	who are the loves of our lives.  If you'd like to purchase pure-
	bred, send me mail, as I may know where there are some available.

	Sandy

    Sorry to hear about your Bunny.  I recommend at least two,
    as you are right about the company.  We are not home all
    day, and they entertain each other until we get home.
    You should consider the shelters, too, as right now tis
    the kitten season.  But, be aware you will see all those
    cute little babies, and want to take them all!!!!!!!
    
    Of course, I have four! :-)
                                                        
    L-
    

    I tend to go along with the people so far - two - for us has been better 
    than one.
    
    We had Tiffany for a year and a half and she got into snits ever time 
    we left the house.  So I called the vet and she said that cats are very 
    social and do better and live longer with another cat/kitten to play
    with.
    
    We adopted Otis and her behavior and attitude has improved
    tremendously.  She is young again and is more like her old self!
    
    I am sorry to hear of the loss of your 'Bunny'!  We also had a Siamese, 
    Benji, for 20 years.  We rescued him from a tree in the pouring rain and he
    was my baby long before my two children came along.  He was a love and 
    we all have such wonderful memories of him.
    
    The pain doesn't go away - but it does lessen in time.  At present I 
    have Otis and Tiffany to love.  So now, when I see old pictures (and 
    we have LOTS of them) of Benji I can smile - with a warm feeling in my
    heart - instead of despair and tears in my eyes. 
      
    Best of luck,
    
    Marilyn
    

    
    also sorry to hear about the passing of bunny.
    
    my firstcat was a sealpoint siamese. they are just soooo special.
    
    please take two new babies if you can.  they can grow together...
    
    stella, stanley, & diane
    

    
    	I'm so sorry to hear of your sweet Bunnie's passing.  When I lost
    my precious siamese - I was crushed!  I still feel sad sometimes when I
    think of her or see some other siamese cat that was similar.  I would
    suggest getting two new kittens ASAP!  Two is no more work than one (in
    fact, I think it's less) and maybe you'd like to try another breed. 
    Like I said, if you adopt another siamese that is very similar to
    Bunny, you may be reminded of her all the more and it will take longer
    to get over.  Keep the memories alive - but don't try to duplicate her,
    she was a special kitty and there will never be another to take her
    place!  
    Whatever you decide - do it soon!  There are many furry sweet, soft,
    cuddly babies out there just waiting for someone to love them!
    
    Joanne 
    Puffin & Buttons
    
    P.S.  I think Buttons is part siamese.  She doesn't look at all like
    one but, boy does her personality show it!

	I spoke with Pat Senser earlier today, and it seems that she's awash
	with blue point kittens, to the point that she's now selling them for
	less that her usual pet-quality price.  She's bringing in new breeding
	stock and needs the room, so if anyone's looking for Siamese blues,
	ask them to contact me and I can put them in touch with Pat.  She's
	asking $100 per kitten, and here's what's available:

	1 13 wk old male
	3  9 wk old males
	4  4 wk old females
	2  4 wk old males

	These are all kittens from registered litters, and come with all
	their shots up to date.  All of her kittens are real loves, too.

	Sandy

    
    i am also soory to hear of bunny's passing. 19 years is a long time
    to have a "buddy". i'm sure there was lots of love given both ways.
    i too, agree, 2 is much better. five years ago i went to the shelter
    and got 2, one of which i think is part siamese. they get along great,
    and at the time i was living alone and didn't want to feel "guilty" if
    i wasn't home. two are no more work than 1. they were from different
    litters, 1 week apart, one is female (cinnamon) and the other male
    (magen). i also agree - get them soon - it will help the healing
    process.
    good luck and keep us posted as to what you decide to do.
    
    cindi  magen&cinnamon
    

    
    Please read note 3543.  There are a number of kittens/cats up for
    adoption at the Gardner Animal Hospital.  There have two siamese
    (possibly purebred) cats, male (neutered) and female (?)

    I'm so sorry to hear about Bunny.  At that age, it's like having a
    little sister/brother/son/daughter!
    
    Our family cat Abby died at age 19 several years ago.  We had gotten
    her when I was 7, and it was really hard to take.  I can really feel
    for you in this instance.
    
    For several years I did not get another cat, but then Benjamin came on
    the scene.  Definitely, get another one/two.  You will feel good about
    giving them a home, and they will provide you with love and happiness.
    
    Deb and Benj

    
    I don't know where your located by I'm the one that put in the note
    about the siamese at the Gardner Animal Hospital. If I can help you in
    any way please let me know!
    
    Thank you
    
    Celeste & family
    
    

    I too had a Sealpoint Siamese for 17 years.  When we had to put
    him down I was devistated.  Well, two weeks later I got Pippin from
    the SPCA - a black, green-eyed, long-hair female - I just needed
    to have something totally different from Ting-Ling.  We had Pippin
    for two months before I got another Siamese - Gino the Cat and they
    immediately hit it off - Pippin has been big-sister and mom all
    rolled into one for him and also to the other addition that arrived
    3 years later - Stitch the Terror.  
    
    Two are great - they keep eachother occupied and make you fell less
    guilty if you have to be gone for a bit.  But then three is a nice
    number too.  I know that no matter how many cats I have in my life
    one or two of them will always be a Siamese - there is just something
    about them......
    
    
    
    Giudi (holding at 3)

    I want to thank all of you for your sympathy and suggestions.  I
    went to the Worcester Animal Rescue League Saturday and adopted
    a 7-week-old grey male with blue eyes.  I do want two, but we also
    picked up Smokey's sister for my eight-year-old nephew.  Both he
    and his mother have asthma, so the kitten is an experiment.  If
    either my sister or nephew cannot manage with their allergies and
    the cat, I get the cat.  I can't face my allergist and admit to
    having 3 cats!  So I'll wait a few weeks and if the allergies are
    under control, I'll get another kitten to keep Smokey company.

    I still miss Bunny, but its been so long since I had a kitten I
    had forgotten how much fun they are.  There's only one problem;
    Smokey can climb up my fiberglass cast, but then he wants to keep
    climbing and that is my unprotected knee!
    
    
    

>    I still miss Bunny, but its been so long since I had a kitten I
>    had forgotten how much fun they are.  There's only one problem;
>    Smokey can climb up my fiberglass cast, but then he wants to keep
>    climbing and that is my unprotected knee!
    
introduce the little critter to a cat tree quick...or your clothes,
and drapes are in for some permanent alterations...8^}

ain't they wonderful, though?