The writer began placing a bowl of food outside their apartment. Although they do not know which cats eat the food, one cat appears frequently and seems to enjoy cuddling. The writer has grown fond of this cat and thinks she might like a home. However, their own cat is unfriendly and does not allow the new cat inside. The new cat seems content outdoors and has several feline friends. The writer considered letting her inside to cuddle and play, allowing her to leave whenever she wants. But the resident cat is not adjusting to her presence, and the writer believes that keeping the new cat inside may help them get used to each other. The writer prefers her to have the freedom to leave and thinks that a two-week period inside might be beneficial for both cats. However, the writer’s sister is concerned that the new cat could become territorial and may not want to leave the house afterward. They do not want to keep her indoors forever, especially since she appears happy outside. There are also other factors, like the commitment to having another pet, that they need to consider. What should they do?
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