Hi everyone

[Kristin]

Welcome to the forum! I have an F4 that is high energy, but such a love. I work, so am not home all the time, however I have a very active house so she is never bored...as long as I play with her and give her love
I just came home from a weekend away with her, and had absolutely no problems, but just as everyone has said, each cat is an individual. I'm lucky that she is happiest hanging with me no matter what city, rather than waiting for me to come home.
Just look through the forum, there is tons of advice and there is always someone to answer your questions

 

[John Popp]

aslo having a problem deciding whether a male or female is right for me ?

With a female cat your relationship with them is very much on their terms. They can certainly be as lovable and playful as a male cat, but again when they feel like it. I'm sure the girl squad is going to jump all over this and of course they're dead wrong.

 

[Brigitte Cowell]

aslo having a problem deciding whether a male or female is right for me ?

I think you should go with the individual kitten and not worry so much about male or female... unless of course it is size that particularly interests you, the males are almost always larger than the females.

 

[Patti]

I agree with Brigitte, you must first find a kitten that you are drawn to, then research the kitten's personality, talk with the breeder and see if he/she would be a good fit for your situation. A male is usually more laid back and that might be better in a single cat home, but there are hyper males and laid back females, so it's important to look more at the personality rather than at the gender, and only the breeder will be able to give you that information.

 

[Trish Allearz]

Okay, so I am going to slightly differ from everyone here, but only slightly...

I don't think you necessarily need to finish college and whatnot to bring home a Savannah kitten, but I do think you need to really, really give this some thought...

And realistically- this applies to ANYONE getting a kitten, but here goes...

You are stepping out into the world as an adult- it's a wonderful time. If you bring a kitten home- you must realize- you are making a 20 year commitment at the start. Now, most marriages in America don't last twenty years- so while it doesn't seem like a huge commitment in your head (cats are easy, right?)- just remember...

This means the person you fall in love with MUST love your kitten.
This means if the person you fell in love with leaves you- the next person MUST love your kitten.
For the next twenty years, you will need to have PET FRIENDLY housing.
This means PET DEPOSITS for the next twenty years- or at least until you take the plunge and buy.
This also means- for you- you can never live in New York City.
You also will not be able to move to anti-Savannah states.
This means when things get busy and times get tough, you still will need to find money for cat food and vet bills and you will still need to find time for your kitten/cat.
This means when your firstborn comes along, you cannot say, "Darn cat! You are a hassle! I don't want you!"
This means your spouse cannot say, "Honey, I love you, but I'm so sick of That Darn Cat- I have to take care of the baby and he is always playing and waking the baby up!"

What I'm saying is- this is a huge commitment. I don't think your age or even college means you can't bring home a cat and love it forever. I adopted my two oldies in my very early twenties and still have them, but it's definitely a commitment of time and love.

Also, just saying- two kittens might be better if you are busy with school/life. It doesn't take any longer to feed them, but they have each other to play with. Of course, you do double your vet bills and your food and toy bills.

 

[Green eyed kitty]

Musaib, welcome! I would never want to discourage anyone from filling a dream. When I first started to look for another kitten (over 1 year ago), I was pregnant with my fourth child, healing from a automobile injury, had a 18 year old cat, a business to help run, travelled often and so much more....

People told me I was nuts to bring a kitten (specially a Savannah) into my home, around the same time the baby was to be born, etc, etc....

Musaib, be well educated on the Savannah breed, you know your limits and what you are capable of.

I went with an F4C over a F1 or F2, and Mystique is such a pleasure and wonderful addition to my/our life. I didnt just pick the first kitten. Tried to observe the different levels of Savannahs.

Mystique is now one year old. Glad we chose a Savannah! Love how she climbs, plays, runs all over, meows and chatters, follows us everywhere, travels with us, plays with the children, and she has enhanced our lives.

Good luck with whatever you chose. Be committed in what you do!

(I am thinking of adding a F1 or F2 to our home, now that I have experienced a Savannah)

 

[admin]

I would not discourage, even though I said I think Musaib should wait...I still do...when I was 18, I could barely take care of myself - LOL! I think Trish's post sums it all up very nicely...

I grew up with animals and always had cats, dogs and other animals around, so when I was 24 and had a good, dependable job, I adopted two kittens from the animal shelter...they both lived to be 21...

 

[Green eyed kitty]

I checked "agreed" with Trish's post also...she did sum up "life" nicely, no matter what cat someone decides upon.

Be committed! Cats do live for 20+ years....

 

[Musaib]

mystique is def a beauty
also ill be staying at home for while since the ncaa has declared me ineligible to play (ubtil further notice)

 

[Musaib]

i also do have a job where i make a good amount. so ill be able to support my kitten/kittens
i agree with the commitment part as any as any pet is. and yes i understand that having a savannah will put restrictions on me in terms of where i can live

also u think this is a good idea ?

"Also, just saying- two kittens might be better if you are busy with school/life. It doesn't take any longer to feed them, but they have each other to play with. Of course, you do double your vet bills and your food and toy bills."​