Should I adopt this cat?

Friends are moving from the countryside to the city. They have a flock of chickens, a cat and dog, all raised together. Obviously, they have learned to coexist well. I’ve been wanting chickens (for eggs) for a long time, but stayed busy with my cattle, and chores. I have the space for more animals without impacting not-so-close neighbors, so now the chicken pens are built and the hens are already laying eggs the first day here. I don’t want to adopt the dog, because I’m not willing to upset those I’ve already had a long time; their son will take him. That leaves … the cat! The cat is estimated to be about eight months old. She showed up at their door a tiny kitten, and with reliable food and water, she has lived outdoors around their...