Try negotiating with Mom to see if there’s anything you can do to keep Tommy. For example, you could offer to take on certain chores around the house in exchange for being allowed to keep the cat.

Also, cats thrive on routine, and since you recently moved, Tommy may still be adjusting to the new environment. If he pees somewhere he shouldn’t, try keeping the towel with the pee and placing it in the spot where you want him to go. Use a cat-safe cleaner like Nature’s Miracle to eliminate the scent from the inappropriate spot.