I think It Is Final, The Kitten Is Out Of Here!!!?

Question

.... I thought that having a kitten would be a joy but it has become very stressful. I find myself pushing the kitten away as opposed to embracing it.

Everyone says how their animls are like their children but I can not for the life of me equate human (child) life and kitten life.

People say keep the kitten, try to work it out but I don't think it is a good idea. I don't think I am fit for a kitten. I have never been so mean or felt so bothered by an animal , as I am with this kitten. I would be more content with a bunch of fishes in an aquarium, not a kitten.

Before having my child I LOVED all animals especially my first crazy male cat. Since the birth of my daughter my perception changed. I just can't find that love that I used to have for all animals, it's gone.

I got the kitten for my daughter but the kitten attacks her so she wants it gone, and I want it gone too.

I promise to never ever get another cat or kitten or any type of animal with fur again.

What do you perfect kitten owners think? After reading my words, should the kitten go or stay?

Answer 1

The younger the kitten the more likely it is to find a home. A lot of people want kittens as young as they can get them.  So try to find a new home asap.  All cats are different.  it may just be the kitten like someone else suggested.  Please don't force yourself to care for this kitten any longer.  Do your best to find a good home, thats the right thing to do.  Don't let anyone give you a hard time for it.  You didn't bond with the cat, If it was a real child and you didn't want it, and didn't care about it, would the right thing to be to keep the child and let it suffer or adopt it to a family that wants it?

Answer 2

Just like kids, no kitten is perfect. I think the best thing you can do is rehome the kitten. Don't be hard on yourself, you tried and it didn't work out but please make sure the kitten finds a nice new home.

Answer 3

This is a perfect example of someone who didn't research getting a pet before getting one.  Kittens and young children are NOT a good combination.  And to be a pet owner you have to be patient and understanding - qualities you definitely don't possess.  The fact you say that you've "never been so mean" is VERY disturbing.  I hope you haven't smacked, flicked or shaken this kitten.

DEFINITELY find another home for this kitten - before your lack of patience leads to injuring or killing it.  If you got it from a shelter you need to return it to there - you signed as such in your contract.  And if you got it elsewhere then look for a local no-kill shelter and bring it there.  And please get yourself some anger management therapy.

Answer 4

Kittens are not hard animals to train.

Answer 5

Your attitude indicates you don't want or even care about the kitten.

At least find a good home for him/ her.

Answer 6

What does it matter to you what we think? You have obviously decided as to what you are going to do.

As long as you're not putting it into a sack and dropping it in the pond I am perfectly fine with your decision.

Answer 7

You should try to re-home the kitten as soon as possible. It is not her fault that you no longer have the patience for a pet. And it isnt your fault either. People change, but do what is best for the kitten, and give her to someone who will love and cherish her.

Answer 8

Certainly finding a new home for this kitten is best as everyone answering this post is suggesting. I volunteer/foster for a cat rescue organization and all too often see pet owners trying to 'dump' their unwanted pets. I understand your lack of patience. I feel the same way about dogs. I love them as long as they live with someone else. Kittens are very, very active and NEED to play A LOT! It helps to have a companion cat/kitten. Also, try toys!! Any toy that keeps kitten entertained and expends his energy (this is also true of puppies). Best for young children to use toys that are tied to the end of a long stick. If you decide to get rid of him I suggest going to your local Petsmart or PetCo store and speak to the rescue group who operates the adoption center (don't just call them!!). The very best way to deal with this in my humble opinion is to offer to foster the kitten for the rescue group until a home can be found. Sometimes (with your genuine effort) the group will offer to just take the kitten off your hands. Best of luck to you, whatever you decide.            

Answer 9

if neither one of you like the kitten and it is causing you stress/injury then its best to try to get it to another home that can put up with cats...since the birth of a child you probably are making comparisons and the cats seems inferior compared to the child besides its attacking your child...unless you really think you want to try to put up with it its best to rid yourself and your family of it before someone (or something) gets hurt...removing the cat from the household into a better environment will be best...and you are making a great decision by never getting another furry animal...simply because you no longer like them, why waste your (and their) time with hate and disgust...find a good home for the kitten and give it away

Answer 10

It may not be the fact that you dislike animals now.  It could just be this kitten.  Maybe you are not compatible, it happens.  Sometimes there is just so much you can take of a certain animals behavior.  It's not your fault and it's not the kittens.  Find it a new home and you will both be much happier.  Don't feel bad about finding a solution that is better for all of you.