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I was a first-time cat owner when I adopted Stanley (two months old) and at the time, wasn't sure I wanted a second cat.
After a couple months, I felt for Stanley and wanted him to have a partner in cat crime while I was away. I called Pat, the owner of the shelter and told her that Stanley needed a partner.
Just two weeks later, she called me and said she found a perfect Patsy for Stanley. She was right on!
I rushed to the shelter to see the kitten that Pat had chosen for Stanley and fell in love with her immediately, just as I did when meeting Stanley for the first time.
There were so many adorable cats; I still wonder to this day how Pat new that this was Stanley's match. Also, Patsy's marking's were striking so there were many adopters who wanted her.
Fortunately for Stanley and I, Pat knew what was best for Patsy.
So, I brought Patsy home and within four days, I brought her back to Pat. I feared for her life. Stanley was so rough with her...he thought she was a toy! It wasn't that Stanley was jealous or threatened, he was just playful. He'd grab her by the neck and toss her around as if she were a stuffed animal.
My daughter and I were horrified and I was convinced Stanley would accidentally kill her. Sadly, I thought it was best for Patsy if I gave her back. When I brought her to Pat and told her the news, she refused to take Patsy back! It's not that she couldn't find Patsy a home - there were families waiting in line to adopt her. Pat just knew that Patsy was Stanley's mate so she convinced me to give them two full weeks together. Fortunately for us all, it worked. Within a week, the nurturing side of Stanley took over and he became her protector.
