looking to adopt a young siamese

Okay, this is a long shot, as I am somewhat fussy.

I am looking to adopt a young (less than two years) siamese. Must be healthy and friendly. I will take care of the neutering and vaccinations and the like, as necessary.

I am located in southern NH and don't mind driving a bit.

I am not going to pay some $250 for an animal. I don't need to post to a newsgroup to do that; I can do that anywhere. If you're a breeder and want to sell me a cat, don't bother.

And yes, I have been to siameserescue.org, but they have a moron 'no outdoor' policy. I think those people should be shot.

Try petfinder.com All the rescue groups have the indoor only policy so you'll have to find a private party. The rescue groups also generally pretest for disease, vaccinate, spay/neuter and microchip. Just put siamese and your zip code and I'm sure you'll find some.

And with that kind of attitude, they wouldn't adopt to you anyway! While I understand a blanket 'no outdoor' policy appears a bit extreme, they do it because there are a lot of dangers outside for a cat. Many people live on busy streets, or have wildlife around or abusive people. Then there's poisons, disease... Do you get the picture? Instead of inflammatory statements, try to objectively evaluate if you truly live in a safe outdoor environment for a cat. Many people don't. If you do, then drop the attitude and at least be glad these people care about cats.

What will you think when your cat is hit by car, attacked by a wild animal, catches diseases, or is rescued by someone who can give a good

mjoann spaketh...

I would consider whether the animal was happier than it would have been in a cage in some do-gooders house or yard.

I felt the same way until I had three cats come home with a broken back (and loss of control over bowels.) Plus, one cat poisoned and two trapped! Then you realize that if you love your pet, you offer it a safe environment. A tame, domestic cat is no longer a wild cat. It is perfectly simple to entertain an indoor cat with play, exercise, and toys, as well as kitty furniture, houses and high areas to climb to. My current cats would rather stay inside in their warm, comfy beds eating good food and treats. The strays I feed sit outside in the rain and cold begging to come in. I think its pretty obvious which is best for the cat. Would you let your kid play in the street if it wanted to?

Actually domestic can apply to many different animals whether they are indoors or outdoors. Especially ones indigenous to the United States or one's home country.

No, being indigenous to any particular country has no bearing on the definition of 'domestic animal.' You've looked up a different application of the word, as it applies to, for instance, 'domestic wine.' Domestic animals are simply animals that live and breed in a tame condition; who have adapted to human living conditions and/or have a practical use for humans. Anything from cats to cows.

Sherry