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How I Feel About Being an Only Cat

September 25, 2021 By: Summer Samba28 Comments

Summer explains how she feels about being an only cat, and whether she misses Binga and Boodie.

Recently, one of my Facebook pals asked how I felt about being an only cat, now that Binga and Boodie are gone, and whether I’ve missed them at all. While I did answer over there, I know most of you didn’t see, so I am answering on this blog post. I’m sure lots of you have wondered this too.

Somali cat in dress looking at tortoiseshell cat, who is not supposed to be there

I will be honest, I really don’t mind being an only cat. I also didn’t mind having Binga and Boodie around. They were here when I arrived as a kitten, and I came from a multi cat family. Plus I was used to being around a lot of cats at cat shows too. So I just accepted them there and waited for them to accept me, which didn’t take long. Sometimes we’d hang out together, but none of us were ever inseparable.

tortoiseshell cat about to steal somali cat's dinner

Binga and Boodie both had their quirks. Especially Binga! But like with any family members, you just learn to accept it and not let it bother you that much. Plus my human played referee (read: bouncer) sometimes when that needed to happen.

Somali cat with cape and crown, with ragdoll cat behind her

Out of the three of us, I think Boodie was the only one who really needed other cats. Binga always wanted to steal attention from the humans. In fact, when my human’s new boyfriend started coming over (they’ve been together for over two and a half years, so I guess he isn’t that new!), she was all over him! Boodie liked him too, but I think it was mostly because Binga did, and she often copied whatever Binga was doing.

In case you are wondering, I don’t think Boodie missed Binga that much after she was gone, mainly because by then, Boodie had gotten a bit senile. When the home vet came for Binga, I knew what was happening, but I’m not sure that Boodie did. Interestingly, the day before Sparkle made her final trip to the vet, my human found the three of them together, which was rare. And now she thinks it was Binga and Boodie telling her good-bye because they knew. They both seemed to accept she was gone.

somali cat surrounded by tortoiseshell cat and La Suegra

And that’s the way it’s been with me. After Binga and Boodie were gone, I pretty much just accepted it. I knew they were gone, and I didn’t look for them or anything like that.

Would I like to have another kitty living here? I don’t know — I really enjoy having my human to myself. It even took me a while to accept her boyfriend (unlike Binga), because he takes time away from me! But he’s nice and he likes me, so I’ve decided he’s okay.

I will say one thing. While my human was trapping the cat family and getting them fixed, I was fascinated by them! I loved watching them through the glass double doors as they frolicked, and was always envious when they got fed. But would I have liked it if any of them had come inside? Hmm, maybe not!

I hope if you are wondering about this, that I’ve answered your question!

Other posts you’ll enjoy:

  • Caturday Flashback, With Binga and Boodie
  • All About Boodie
  • Throwback Tortie Thursday, Featuring Binga
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  1. Charles Huss says

    May 4, 2022 at 2:57 am

    Cats are like potato chips. It’s hard to have just one. I know Chris could never be an only cat. He is too needy of attention. Floki would also not do well as an only cat. Frankie probably would be okay.

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  2. LESLEY CASTLE says

    January 13, 2022 at 12:52 am

    I miss Binga and Boodie 🙁

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  3. BellaDharma an BellaSita says

    October 10, 2021 at 4:47 pm

    Mee wundered if you missed Boodie an Binga….
    Binga was allwayss forobommin you an wee miss her doin that!
    Boodie was sorta laid back an like a silent partner….there butt quiet…..
    Mee has to bee an only cat; mee getss too stressed put ’round other fee0liness sadly….
    Butt online mee iss brave 😉
    **nose bumpss** BellaDharma an ((huggiess)) BellaSita

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  4. The Swiss Cats says

    September 27, 2021 at 11:50 am

    It’s difficult for our humans to know if you need another cat or not : Angel Loupi missed her sister Céleste for weeks since she disappeared suddenly, and stayed as an only cat for 3 years. The arrival of Zorro has been awfully stressful for him, and he never really accepted him. Our humans have never imagine it could be so hard. You, Summer, are used to adjust in so many different situations that we think you would probably not mind to have another cat in your life. Purrs

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  5. Athena and Marie says

    September 26, 2021 at 12:29 pm

    I love being an only cat!

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  6. Just Ducky says

    September 26, 2021 at 9:15 am

    I like being an only cat. I get all of the attention, toys, treats, snuggles with mum!

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  7. Katie Isabella says

    September 26, 2021 at 8:22 am

    I will always miss BInga and Boodie. Always will.

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  8. Lola the rescued cAt says

    September 26, 2021 at 8:19 am

    This is a really sweet blog post. And if your human ever decides for you to have a fur sibling, we know you’ll show them the ropes.

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  9. MARIETTE VANDENMUNCKHOF-VEDDER says

    September 25, 2021 at 8:55 pm

    Dearest Summer,
    Never easy to decide for adding a kitty… We know that when Barty lost his adoptive brother (he was only 3.5) due to heartworm disease, he mourned for about 3 months. Kitties can react like that but they are all different.
    When Sacha, one of the five siblings that are born here at home (the svelte black tuxedo we rescued from the Acapulco Hyatt Regency and brought her home with us on the plane… she turned out to be pregnant!) when she got hit by a car, no wounds but fatal, we let the others see her so they knew she was dead. They all took it very easy except her younger sister by adoption, she missed her as they always cuddled together after meals.
    We also had for a short year a Russian Blue that somebody dropped off at our driveway… He was very sick and we spent right away $ 500 on him as we did not want to infect our kitties. But it did not work out, he remained very sick and we had to put him out of his misery. That Angel bag was a sad thing to pick up at the Vet’s office.
    Kitties have as much different personalities as humans have…
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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  10. Craig s. C. Okajima says

    September 25, 2021 at 5:17 pm

    Binga and Boodie were Pretty Cats! I think that you would love a cute Little Sisfur!

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  11. Mickey's Musings says

    September 25, 2021 at 3:40 pm

    I came into a home with other cats already there.
    They accepted me, but Tillie was jealous as she felt she was top cat.
    I always felt that mum rescued me so I was top cat.
    I was sad when she crossed the Bridge. I got on well with the remaining cats.
    Now that I am the only cat, I like it as I have mum all to myself!!
    Purrs, Julie

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  12. Melissa & Mudpie says

    September 25, 2021 at 3:23 pm

    Thanks for letting us know, Summer! I think someday you might have a furry sibling again, although you and your human have such a special relationship you don’t really need anything else 🙂

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  13. Maggie says

    September 25, 2021 at 12:28 pm

    We tend to think cats are like people…
    When we lost our Tommie, we thought Mickey Mouser was lonely – he had always had feline companions.
    So, we thought bringing in a nice laid back cat to keep him company would be welcome.
    No! It worked out eventually, but there was a lot of excitement.

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  14. Angel Whiskeratti says

    September 25, 2021 at 10:22 am

    Yep, feline family dynamics can be complex.

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  15. Pat k says

    September 25, 2021 at 9:46 am

    Okay. I can’t pass this up. You said Boodie was a …..”copy cat”?
    She pretty much did whatever Binga did. I liked Boodie -wish I
    could have seen more of her but she was shy. The opposite of Binga
    it seems. I’m glad you’re not lonely…..you are so busy with all your work.

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  16. Timmy Tomcat says

    September 25, 2021 at 9:22 am

    That is interesting about when Sparkle left. When Inky left Timmy and me spent the last 3 days laying on the bed with him and they never did that before. Not touching but within 10″ on either side. We all looked for Big Buddy when he left and for Mr Buttons too. Timmy not so much as he was very aloof for the last few months of his life. I am the oldest so I hope everyone misses me when I am up in cat heaven
    Toby

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  17. LESLEY CASTLE says

    September 25, 2021 at 9:15 am

    I could see you with a little sister sometime <3

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  18. The Florida Furkids says

    September 25, 2021 at 9:00 am

    Having fursibs can be fun. We’re working hard at becoming pals with Reesie.

    Reply
  19. Ellen Pilch says

    September 25, 2021 at 8:29 am

    I enjoyed these photos. I miss Boodie, Binga and Sparkle. You are such a laid back kitty that I think you will be happy in any situation. XO

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  20. meowmeowmans says

    September 25, 2021 at 7:21 am

    We understand completely, Summer. Ava did miss Gracie when it came time, but she seems to be enjoying being an only cat for now.

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  21. The Poupounette Gang says

    September 25, 2021 at 6:14 am

    We suspect you wouldn’t mid have another kitty, Summer! When we went from four to one, it was probably #1, more than Tama, who felt the need for another kitty.

    Purrs,
    Tama and Benny

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  22. Brian Frum says

    September 25, 2021 at 5:40 am

    That’s one of those tough decisions we wrestle with here, do we upset the apple cat and bring in another or do we leave well enough alone with the four of us who all get along. Very nice post sweet Summer.

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  23. Erin the Cat Princess says

    September 25, 2021 at 4:21 am

    Awww, so close to extra family and yet so far. Who knows what the future may hold; a kitten here, maybe a small puppy there. OK, I’ll not foist a doggie on you, though I’m sure you’d take it in your stride, but a kitten, maybe one like Binga, would be fun. . .
    Purrs
    ERin

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    • Ernie the Island Cat says

      September 25, 2021 at 5:03 pm

      You know, Summer. I’m an only cat now and I kinda like it though sometimes it would be nice to have another cat to cuddle with. I liked doing that with Wally. But I’m older now and bringing another cat here probably isn’t the best idea since I’m kinda set in my ways now.

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  24. Denise Dardarian says

    September 25, 2021 at 4:10 am

    I miss seeing the other cats, especially Binga, she reminds me of my late tortie, Starshine.

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  25. Memories of Eric and Flynn says

    September 25, 2021 at 2:45 am

    I miss Binga and Boodie too. When Eric died Flynn missed him terribly. We did think about getting an older rescue for company for him, but he was so territorial and would go ballistic if another cat dared to come into his fields. We decided it would cause him more stress.

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  26. LESLEY CASTLE says

    September 25, 2021 at 1:54 am

    I miss Binga and Boodie. I didn’t get acquainted with Sparkle but I’m sure she was lovely. You are just a happy little soul that goes with the flow.

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  27. Catherine A Lingg says

    September 25, 2021 at 1:45 am

    I think one day you should get another kitty. You are so sweet, I thing you may like a playmate. I miss Boidie and Binga. I cried both times.

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