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Just one more thing, to let you know I did not come to this viewpoint lightly, I had gone over a few hours after bringing the kitten there the night before.  Yes, the kitten was scared, and hiding, etc.  Just as I would have expected, within a normal range.  

It was not the same when I saw her after she had been left alone for hours.  She had become terrified, and much worse.

And it was unecessary.

By the way, on a lighter note, would you believe that not only does the mother fetch, all the kittens fetch too. Neat, huh?

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Yes!  Isn't it interesting how much kittens turn out to be like their mothers (and fathers, too)?  Some of it is learned, but even when they are separated very young, I have found that kittens grow up with many of the characteristics of their parents.

Jessica,

Thank you for your replies and your patience. I was very upset about the whole situation, and know I might have ranted a bit.

Thought you might like a short update, since you did put in all that time and help.  

What I did, although at the time caught a lot of flack from others, including her friends and family, turned out to be the best thing I could have done. The rescue agency stepped in and asked her to adopt through them.  When filling out the application, she finally realized a kitten was more than she really could handle.

At the same time, I heard of a 5-year-old cat, neutered, shots, healthy, who needed a home because of allergies, and was headed to the pound (you know what that means) if no home could be found.  

She agreed to give it a 2-month trial, at which time the rescue agency could take and save it if she didn't like it.

We brought her the cat last night, and it's like it was meant to be. This cat fell in love with her, and visa versa.  The owners thougbht it would hide, but instead, the minute they put it down, it ran to her and has not left her side since. Slept with her, lays on her feet when she sits or does dishes, and it has all the personality traits she wanted.

They are both happy as can be, and you know that feeling when an animal and a person hook up and you know they were meant for each other. That's exactly what happened. everyone had the chills.

I done good, even though it may not have seemed, or felt that way.  You were right, sometimes you have to go by your gut.

Thanks again.

PS:  Have you ever heard of cat's tongue cookies?  I'd gladly sent along the recipe as a small thank you if you'd like them.  

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Hi Deborah!  I'm so happy to hear from you.  I love to hear follow-up stories, especially happy ones!  I'm glad you didn't give in to the pressure of finding the kitten a home.  You stuck with your instincts, and it paid off!  

Cat's tongue cookies, I haven't heard of.  But if you'd send the recipe, they might make cute Christmas gifts for friends and the other volunteers in my org.

Thanks,
Jessica