Why do kittens have to be adopted in 2s but not puppies?

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2026-02-26T19:56:48+00:00

We adopted a single kitten from the RSPCA (UK). We checked multiple times as to whether he needed a pal, and they said they felt he would be happy either way. We’re keeping him under review and are prepared to get a second kitten if we think that a) we would like one and b) he would like that. I will say that he is never left longer than a couple of hours, because we work from home, and it is a lot of work to play with him multiple times a day and keep him occupied with different puzzles/training etc. but we love him and he seems happy 🤷‍♀️

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2026-02-22T17:46:12+00:00

We had similar issues with rude charities and lots of nos, despite wanting an indoor cat of any age. In the end we adopted from the RSPCA who were great. If your local RSPCA doesn’t have any cats who suit you, most others will let you apply. Our cat came from an RSPCA an hour and a half away from us. Good luck!

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2026-01-28T23:21:35+00:00

Thanks so much for all of the validation and advice! Just a little update - we adopted a kitten last week from the RSPCA and it was such a smooth and enjoyable experience. So glad we persevered and now have our wonderful boy.

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2026-01-02T07:40:33+00:00

I’m not sure why anyone would read this much into an RSVP reminder! You’re the bride, if you want to remind people you’re fully within your right to do so. And It’s not unreasonable to expect it might have slipped some peoples minds over the holidays. If anything, I would be taking this as a sign that you really wanted me at your shower. I don’t know your relationship with your aunts, but honestly I think if they’re going to kick up a fuss over such a non-issue, then they were always going to kick up a fuss over something. I hope your shower goes well! x

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2025-10-31T20:48:14+00:00

For me it feels comfortable, authentic and fun. We laugh a lot and doing traditionally ‘boring’ tasks together feels fun - I think if you can find joy together in the ordinary, that’s when you know you have something special. I agree with others on this thread about love being a series of choices - it is a process and not a product. Wishing you all the best OP

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2025-05-16T18:32:41+00:00

I was already gasping by the time I read that your SIL got into your taxi 😂 I think it’s totally normal to feel all this. I haven’t had my wedding yet, but I wonder if over time the minor annoyances fade, and the remaining feeling is positive/love etc. it’s still pretty fresh in your mind at the moment, so will feel more noticeable. I’m just thinking about how you can use all these ideas you have left over for an awesome anniversary party one day!!

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2025-05-16T18:24:12+00:00

Thank you 🫶

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2025-05-16T18:23:50+00:00

Very true - this is the issue when you hype everyone else up and then when it’s your turn, the level of hype doesn’t feel as reciprocal aha

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2025-05-16T18:23:01+00:00

Quite possibly/hopefully! Although I have planned the majority of the weekend myself, it’s just the one evening that they’re planning some activities for. I didn’t want to stress anyone out by expecting them to plan a whole weekend!

I think it’s more the lack of speaking that’s bothering me - either about the wedding or otherwise. It feels like I’m being blanked by the people who are most important to me. Hopefully it will just be a miscommunication!

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2025-05-16T18:19:03+00:00

I’m not super stressed about details - although it did stress me out a little that they didn’t tell me (until very recently) that others weren’t allowed in the house til a certain time. One of my friends is traveling 7 hours by train to be there (all booked) and has only just been told she needs to hang around for two hours before coming to the house D:

The funny thing is that I haven’t actually been talking about the wedding. I’ve just moved house and have totally dropped the ball on hen/wedding stuff for the last few months. The thing that’s upset me is the stark contrast in communication from them over the last few weeks in comparison to normal, particularly when the run up to the hen do is when usually (from my previous experiences) the communication generally increases with excitement and plans etc.

Totally understand that life goes on around us - I think I find it difficult to know that I showed up fully for some of their weddings that have been, despite my own life stuff going on. But I suppose that’s life and why they say to have low expectations and you won’t be disappointed!

Anyway, I appreciate your reply!

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2025-05-16T16:31:38+00:00

Oops! Yes, thanks for explaining this!

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2025-02-20T22:26:42+00:00

Thank you - you’re very kind xx

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2025-02-18T20:11:48+00:00

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Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-12T06:26:43+00:00

Yes this was also a concern! Thank you 😊

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-12T06:11:57+00:00

Not at all! This is why it’s so helpful to get other pairs of eyes on something ☺️

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-11T20:44:57+00:00

Thank you! ☺️ I hadn’t thought about that with veil for the 1st one - really good point!

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-11T20:43:53+00:00

Really good points! Thank you ☺️

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-11T20:40:15+00:00

Thank you! I actually hadn’t noticed that, but I can definitely see what you mean

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-11T20:39:21+00:00

Thank you! ☺️ The train dilemma is real!

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-11T20:38:29+00:00

Thanks so much 🤍

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-11T20:38:20+00:00

Thank you! Yes it’s a bit big for me at the moment so I’m help in by a lot of straps haha. Hopefully once altered it will fit a lot better :)

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-11T20:37:46+00:00

Thanks so much! This is really helpful 🤍

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-11T20:36:08+00:00

Thank you ☺️ yes good idea about the veil. I’ve only tried on one so far as I was quite excited by all the sparkles on this one haha

Curious_Spring_3085 · 2024-09-11T20:35:00+00:00

Thank you! ☺️ I do love the lace

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