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The cat is basically mine, because she was a birthday gift given to me by my parents when I turned 12. I’m 27 now, and feeling like I need my furry companion with me. She is extremely bonded to me, and is not nearly as close to anyone else... both of us spent our childhoods (me after 12, her from a few months onward) growing up together. She will let my mom pet her, however it’s not nearly the same as it is with me. She used to sleep with me every night and follow me around the house constantly. Now, everytime I go over, she’s SO happy to see me and it makes me wonder if maybe it wouldn’t be so bad moving her in with me (since everything will smell like me and I’ll be around a lot). I see her once a week now, but I can’t help but wish I saw her much more. She’s basically my best friend. The only reason I haven’t moved her in with me yet, is because I went to college for a few years, and it never felt right after. But I’m at a point in my life (depression, stress) where I need something to take care of. Plus, my brother and sister in law recently adopted a cat, which inspired me to get one of my own.. and I’m thinking I either want to adopt a new kitten or move my childhood friend in with me.. And adopting feels like a betrayal to me, since the cat in question loves me so very much and would likely be jealous if she knew. It just feels wrong...

There are several problems that concern me about moving her in, though.
1. She’s an older cat. She’s healthy now, but I’m not sure what impact this could have on her.
2. She is able to go outside at my parent’s house, and has for her entire life. In my apartment, she would never be able to go outside again.
3. Everything will be completely new. After 16 years in the same place, what would that be like?

Anyways, does anyone have any insight or advice as to what I could do?

I appreciate it. Thank you!!
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