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16 year old cat with 2 kittens

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Question
Can a 16 year old cat live with 2 kittens or is that to stressful for the cat?

Answer
It depends largely on the cat.  I had a 16 year old cat who absolutely refused to get along with a kitten.  She started peeing everywhere until I returned the kitten.  The only thing you can try is an introduction and if your cat is too stressed out by it, he/she will let you know.  I would think that any cat that has reached 16 years, has earned the right to live out the rest of their lives stress-free. On the other hand, you never know till you try. Good luck and let me know if you need further help.  Hugs, Barb