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We have to get rid of the younger of our two kittens b/c he's TOO rough with the other one. He bit bloody holes into one of her ears twice this weekend! I think he'd be better in a home w/o other pets. Does this describe why we need to say our goodbyes and still make him sound nice (which he is):

Hi, my name is Harley. My parents named me Harley b/c I'm "bad to the bone" and purr really loud. I'm a 15 week old, rambunctious boy. I'm a tabby mix (possibly part bengal somewhere down the line). I was neutered at 12 weeks old and I'm up to date on all my shots and won't need anymore routine shots until May 2009. I'm ALWAYS full of energy and LOVE to play! I could chase my tail in circles for hours and I'm a born hunter-- for things to play with, that is! I'd rather play with a piece of paper or q-tip than the toys my mom and dad bought for me haha. I need to be played with all the time, which is a bad thing too. You see, my big sister (6 month old kitten) isn't as playful as me, and sometimes, I end up hurting her. So, I don't do well with other pets. I've never been around kids, but I'll play with anything that moves. I've also never been outside-- I'd get myself into too much trouble outdoors. My mom and dad want to make sure I find a new, loving home, with no other pets, where I can play & be happy. I LOVE attention! Did I mention I actually LIKE baths? Not the case with most cats! I purr while my mom lathers me up with shampoo =)

Since he's already neutered and won't need anymore shots for almost a year, we're asking for a small re-homing fee of $60 (cash only) to cover some of his medical expenses. We'll also include some toys & 1/2 bag of food. We'll be sad to see him go, but he plays MUCH too rough with our other kitten and ends up hurting her. We will not see him shoved in a tiny cage and ignored at the Humane Society!

Other info:

DOB: 05-01-08

Breed: Tabby mix (silver and black stripes w/ a spotted tummy)

Weight: approx. 4 lbs

Up to date on all vaccinations & neutered.

INDOORS ONLY

And we'll attach pics. What do you think of it?

Answer 1

it sounds good in general, although i don't know i would say he isn't good with other pets. he is young yet, and his hurting of your other cat isn't done out of maliciousness. so while he isn't the right companion for your other girl, he will likely do just fine with another pet more like himself or even with one who is just a bit more confident and doesn't allow bullying. and as for him needing to be played with all the time, that's not really a bad thing - it just doesn't fit into what your household needs. so you may be selling him short with those descriptions. rather than make them sound like bad things, turn them around and point out that while these are nice traits for a kitten to have, the level he has them are just not traits that your house is looking for, lol.

otherwise, you did well, with playing up his good side and asking for a fee. that will limit the people looking to get animals for research or those calling on a whim.

Answer 2

That is really goof also $60 is a perfect price for your cat i am pretty sure someone would take him good luck

Answer 3

It's good! I suggest using proper grammar with no abbreviations, though. It makes things look more professional.

-Lilly

Answer 4

I like it to.  It is sad you have to let him go but I am happy you are being responsible about it.  The only thing you may consider changing is why you are asking for the $.  Yes, you should ask for it. It will cut down on people looking for a free cat to abuse.  But the medical expenses you had were your responsibility from the start.

:)  Perhaps you can say that you are going to make a donation to a shelter in Harley's name.  

Best of luck to you both!!!

Answer 5

yup its perfect, although you should really make sure your cat gets into a good home because it sounds like the cat is too violent. maybe you should check out the people and the home before you give him away