On 10/13/2015 9:55 AM, Nancy Young wrote:
> On 10/13/2015 7:56 AM, Gary wrote:
>
>> I just wish they lived longer. I get so attached and then they die. So
>> far, one month before age 7 is the longest lived here. Mia will take
>> over the "longest lived here" record on November 17. Only 4-5 weeks
>> away.
>
> That's very hard to have to endure so often. When I get a new
> cat I hope for at least 12 years before I have to go through
> the pain of losing a pet again.
>
>> I'm trying to hold off getting new ferrets until I retire. Sad to have
>> to cage them for 11 hours a day when I'm working but you really have
>> to with those creatures. When Mia was younger, she got into many
>> life-threatening situations even when I was home.
>
> They are a handful. Still, I'm glad you have in mind to rescue
> another couple at some point.
>
> nancy
>
Absolutely. He made it sound like never again. Now he's saying he'll
wait until retirement. That makes more sense since he explained how
they need that much attention.

I know nothing about ferrets other than I think they're cute (and one
once scared my mother - it got loose and a little boy came looking for
it.) Cats tend to live longer. Persia was nearly 16. Cats pretty much
take care of themselves. All they need is a litter box, food and water.
Oh, and some toys. Cats sleep a lot so going to work, not a problem.

Jill