How soon is too soon to get another cat after your cat dies?
My beloved cat who was only 3 died suddenly (within a minute) traumatically due to an underlying heart condition. This happened a month ago. This was very shocking as he showed virtually no clinical signs. I was absolutely devastated. I loved that cat more than I have loved any animal. My boyfriend feels the same way. This happened a month ago. I cry intermittently about it. I have a memorial for him in my apartment. I will never forget him.
However, I have always had animals in my life. They are very important to me. 961
I’m a vet student in an extremely rigorous and demanding program that chips away at my mental health. I also have mental health problems. Having an animal relieves just a little bit of that pain. I am feeling like I would like another cat. But I am worried. My last cat I loved so so much. He was aggressively affectionate, goofy, and never ever caused problems (no peeing outside litter box, no biting, etc.) im worried about another cat not being this way. I’m also worried it is much too soon to get another cat. My kitty died a month ago. I feel like I’m not honoring him by replacing him. I also feel like it isn’t fair to the other cat I’m bringing in to be a “replacement.” Also people may judge if I just replace my beloved cat.
I guess what im asking is - when is it too soon to get another cat? 961