Since I started raising my own cat, I’ve gradually become more aware of the stray cats in the neighborhood. Every time I see a stray, a sense of pity wells up inside me. When my little cat was six months old, I went downstairs to take out the trash and came across a scrawny male tabby cat by the garbage can. His emaciated appearance was heart – rending, so I brought him home and gave him a meal. My own cat was completely taken aback when it saw the tabby. It stood there, stunned for a long time, and then promptly got jealous and angry with me. For two whole days, it sulked, constantly squatting in front of the kitchen door where I had fed the stray. It just kept watch, ignoring me even when I called.
Later, that day, because my cat was so unhappy, after feeding the tabby, I carried it outside and built a little nest for it in a corner of the safety staircase. The tabby was incredibly affectionate and obedient. After eating its fill, it rubbed against my legs and then went to sleep in the nest I made. The next morning, when I went to check, the tabby was gone. But in the afternoon, when I went downstairs to take out the trash again, there it was, waiting for me by the garbage can. From that day on, I’ve been feeding this tabby every day. Now, the tabby waits for me downstairs every day and follows me upstairs to eat. It’s truly a food – loving machine, with an insatiable appetite. After eating, it goes to sleep, and when it wakes up, it wanders downstairs to play on its own.
In fact, I’ve long considered taking the tabby to the vet for a check – up, getting it vaccinated, dewormed, and neutered, and then bringing it home to live with us. Its personality is really wonderful, and from its skeletal structure, I can tell that it’s not a young cat. It’s so thin and light, which is quite pitiful. However, I’m worried about my cat at home getting jealous again. It seems that my heart is torn between the two. On one hand, I feel a strong sense of responsibility towards the stray tabby, wanting to give it a warm and stable home, to ensure its health and well – being. On the other hand, I also don’t want to neglect the feelings of my own cat, which has already formed a deep emotional bond with me.
This experience has made me realize how complex and rewarding the relationship between humans and animals can be. Each cat has its own unique charm and story. The tabby, with its resilience and affectionate nature, has managed to survive on the streets but now yearns for a home. And my own cat, with its jealousy and possessiveness, shows just how much it cares about me. I’m determined to find a solution that will make both cats happy. Perhaps I can gradually introduce the two cats to each other, creating a harmonious environment where they can both thrive. Or I can spend more time with my cat at home to reassure it of my love while still taking care of the tabby. Whatever the decision, I know that it will be made with love and consideration for these two precious feline friends.
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