​Should You Get Two Kittens Instead of One?

Besties!

​The Benefits of Raising Kittens Together.

If you’re thinking about bringing home a new kitten, there’s a good chance you’ve wondered:
Should I get one kitten or two? 
It might sound like twice the work, but many families are surprised to discover that raising two compatible kittens together can actually make some parts of kittenhood easier. Kittens are naturally playful and social, and having a little friend close in age gives them something we humans can’t provide: another kitten who wants to wrestle, chase, pounce, and play at the same ridiculous hour they do.
At Kittenberry Castle, I raise Ragdoll, Persian, and Exotic Shorthair kittens near Austin, Texas, and many families have returned to me for a second—or even third or fourth—kitten. So if you’ve fallen in love with two babies and are wondering whether taking both home is completely crazy, here are a few reasons why it might not be.

1. Two Kittens Can Keep Each Other Company.
Kittens have an incredible amount of energy. One minute they're asleep in an adorable little pile and the next they're racing through the house like tiny lunatics.
With two kittens, they have a built-in companion for playtime, exploring, and eventually curling up together for a nap.
This can be especially nice in households where family members aren't home every hour of the day. While kittens still need plenty of human attention and affection, another compatible kitten can provide companionship when you're busy.

2. They Have Someone Who Speaks "Kitten"
Humans can wave feather toys and throw little balls all day long, but we're still not kittens.
Young kittens naturally learn through interacting with one another. They chase, tumble, wrestle, and practice stalking each other. During play, they're also learning about boundaries and how hard is too hard when playing with another cat.
Watching two kittens play together can be hilarious, but it's also part of normal kitten development.

3. They Can Burn Off Some of That Kitten Energy Together.
If you've ever lived with a kitten, you already know about the zoomies.
A kitten without another young cat in the house may decide that you are the entertainment committee. Your feet move under the blanket? Excellent prey. You're walking down the hallway? Clearly an invitation to chase your ankles. 😂
Two kittens can spend a surprising amount of time entertaining each other.
That doesn't mean they won't want to play with you—they absolutely will—but having a similarly energetic companion gives them another healthy outlet for all that kitten energy.

4. Moving to a New Home May Feel Less Intimidating.
Leaving their mother, littermates, and familiar surroundings is a big change for a young kitten.
When two kittens who already know each other go home together, they have something familiar during that transition: each other.
They can explore their new home together, sleep together, and have a familiar scent and companion nearby while they're adjusting.
For siblings or kittens that have become particularly attached while growing up together, this can be especially sweet.

5. Watching Two Kittens Grow Up Together Is Pretty Special.
This might be my favorite reason.
There is something incredibly sweet about watching two tiny kittens grow into adult cats together. They develop their own relationship, routines, and favorite games—and you'll probably accumulate approximately 14,000 photographs of them sleeping in ridiculous positions together.
No regrets. 😂

Does It Have to Be Two Siblings?

Not necessarily.
Littermates can be wonderful companions because they've already grown up together, but two kittens from different litters can also become great friends, particularly when they're similar in age, temperament, and energy level.
Personality matters, too. Some kittens immediately gravitate toward one another, while others are more independent.
If you're considering two kittens, ask me which kittens seem especially comfortable together. I spend every day with the litters, and can often tell you which little friendships are developing behind the scenes.

Is Having Two Kittens More Expensive?

This is the part worth thinking about carefully.
Two kittens mean twice the veterinary care, vaccinations, food, medications, and other lifelong expenses. There may also be additional grooming costs, particularly with long-haired breeds such as Persians and sometimes Ragdolls.
Before choosing two kittens, make sure that caring for both of them comfortably fits your household and budget—not just today, but throughout their lives.

So, Should You Get One Kitten or Two?

There isn't one correct answer for every family.
A single kitten can thrive in a home with plenty of attention, play, and enrichment. But for families prepared for the responsibility and expense, bringing home two compatible kittens can be a wonderful experience.
And sometimes the decision happens much less scientifically:
You came to this website looking for a kitten...
...and then you saw two faces you couldn't stop thinking about.
I understand. 🩷

Looking for Ragdoll, Persian, or Exotic Shorthair Kittens in Texas? 

Kittenberry Castle is a cattery located near Austin in Bastrop County, Texas, raising beautiful Ragdoll, Persian, and Exotic Shorthair kittens.
Our families come from throughout Central Texas and beyond, including Austin, Bastrop, San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas, to bring home their new kittens.
If you're considering adding one—or perhaps two—kittens to your family, visit our Available Kittens page to meet our current babies and learn more about upcoming litters.