'I don't want him to be stuck with someone he doesn't care for': First-time pawrent faces feline rejection as her newly adopted kitten purrfers her roommate, leaving her second-guessing their furever match

Adopting a kitten for the first time is a real paws-and-claws adventure! This new pawrent hoped for a calm, older cat but instead got a bundle of fur and zoomies who seems to have a soft spot for the roommate, leaving them feeling a bit hissterical and guilty. Those nighttime zoomies have turned bedtime into a catastrophe, with both humans running on empty despite all the playtime to wear out their little furball. It's a classic kitten vs. exhausted hooman showdown! With the roommate moving out soon, there's some feline worry about the little fluff being left in the lurch.

Here's the catch: adopting is a journey full of purrs and hiccups. Kittens especially need time, patience, and plenty of toy-chasing to settle their paws at home. It's totally normal for them to bond differently with their hoomans at first. This pawrent's heart is in the right place, and that's what really matters! With some extra play and patience, peace will purrsist, and those zoomies will eventually turn into peaceful naps instead!

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Kittens take time to bond! Some extra play sessions, treats, and gentle cuddles will go a long way. Before you know it, you’ll be their favorite hooman.
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Lack of sleep definitely makes everything feel harder. Kitten energy can be overwhelming! But if you stick it out until they mellow out, it’s so worth it in the long run.
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You’re both still adjusting. Give it at least a month to settle in. It takes time to build trust and a bond, but you might be surprised how things turn around!
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