Thread: Should I do it or not ?

It sounds to me like Dexter is trying to play with the other cats, as there is no hissing going on. Could be that he loves a bit of feline company so when another cat appears he is overly boisterous and wants to get on with play-fighting. My cats often have quite violent wrestling matches which do look quite alarming but they never hurt each other and it's all play. Certainly if Dexter is alone all day it's likely that he's lonely and would love a companion.

So....go get one! xxx And post some pics!

I think another Coonie is a good idea! It's not good for him that he is alone the whole day whereas the other two cats are outside.
He will be much more relaxed with friend at his side.

Can I ask, why is he indoor and the other two outdoor? Wouldn't it be easier to allow those three to integrate? If he is not tolerant of cats he "knows" invading his space, I can't see how having another Maine Coon will pan out any differently. I'd socialise him with the other cats in the first instance.

Originally Posted by Caternity Leave

Can I ask, why is he indoor and the other two outdoor? Wouldn't it be easier to allow those three to integrate? If he is not tolerant of cats he "knows" invading his space, I can't see how having another Maine Coon will pan out any differently. I'd socialise him with the other cats in the first instance.

My other two cats are SPCA rescues they are 8 and 6 years old, They were always outdoor and don't really want to spend too much time indoor but when they come in Dexter stalks them like crazy. He never hiss at them but do want to jump on their back and paws at them wich they don't seem to tolerate.

At this point i am trying to determine if Dex "way of saying Hi" is just misundertood. The other cats are older and not very tolerant.

Sorry I forgot to add: I cannot let Dexter outside unsupervised due to a clause in the breeder contract.

The contracts for all 3 of my coonies stipulate that they must be kept inside, either the house or a secured garden. I think this is quite common amongst breeders now.

Poor Dexter probably just wants to play but the others don't understand. I bet he would be delighted to have a playmate.