we have adopted both older cats and younger cats and TBH at the end of the day it really depends on their personalities! all of our cats have been loving, gentle creatures and not only entered our homes, but also our hearts.

That said, adopting an older cat does have a special 'feel good' factor about it. when we went to the RSPCA they automatically assumed that we would want a kitten, but instead we headed to 'death row' and picked out our boy cat Ciccio who was just over a year old. they were soo stoked as he was due to be put down in 2 days time. the lady was really emotional as he was (and is!) the most gentle and cuddly cat around....he's not terribly bright but that's a whole other story ROFL!

goodluck with your decision! have you checked out the shelters online to see if any catss/kittens take your fancy?!