feelin guilty about getting a new cat

[zivalover16]

The day after I left for college my cat disappeared. I got him for my 13 b-day. We had plans to adopt a kitten at Christmas time. We for my birthday my mom had a friend who had a friend who had to move and couldn't take the kitten. I was excited... she is a 6 month old calico or maybe spotted tabby (?). I am glad to have her but at the same time I feel EXTREMELY guilty. I miss my cat and feel like I gave up. I don't know what to do cuz I want to love the kitten and I do but i don't feel like I'm as warmed up to her as I should be

[Bronze Moth]

I lost a cat a few years back, I had to have her put down which broke my heart. A few months later I got a new kitten and at first it hurt when I looked at her because she wasn't the other cat and I felt so guilty for letting the vet do what had to be done, but after a while that faded away and I loved her for her and I wouldn't be without her now.

it's ok. you're not replacing the old cat. simply having another cat. you don't need to feel guilty. *hugs* let this new cat be a blessing. you didn't give up. it's not your fault you couldn't find your old cat. hang in there.

[zivalover16]

I'm trying so hard.... I think part of the reason I am feeling this way is because I was at college when he went missing. I'm not sure. I love my new kitty but just feel guilty.... Thank you