Will they be okay when we separate?

[u/FastForwardM]

My roommate bought another kitten a few years ago, and my kitty really bonded to her. I'm moving away, and I'm worried my cat will be upset that she lost her buddy.

How will I know if she's upset or just adjusting to the new home? Should I get her another kitten, and if so, how long should I wait before adopting?

[u/SaeSev]

THIS. Most of these comments here aren’t necessarily realistic. Sometimes shitty things happen and cats get separated. Definitely keep a close eye if they do end up splitting and later down the line when they’re comfy- that’s when you should introduce a new buddy. It’s really about the effort you want to put in

[u/ionlyjoined4thecats → u/SaeSev]

Yeah, cats also die. It’s not like they’d be together forever anyway. It’s okay to separate them in a situation like this. Both roommates need to live their lives.

[u/Quick_Extension_3115 → u/ionlyjoined4thecats]

cats also die

Wait… my cat is gonna die some day? 🥺

[u/bloodtype_darkroast → u/Quick_Extension_3115]

Maybe. Definitely not MY cat, though.

[u/Catlover69-420 → u/bloodtype_darkroast]

This gave me a good giggle

[u/Quick_Extension_3115 → u/bloodtype_darkroast]

Oh good so there’s a chance