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The advantages of a cat, is that they are already litter trained, a huge plus. Adult cats are calmer and they are less likely to destroy your favorite sofa and curtains. Cats may already be spayed or neutered. They can be left alone without too much stress and since they probably already know the outside dangers of the home, they are less likely to get into trouble. The biggest advantage to adopting a cat is that you're probably saving a life.
When trying to decide between a long- or short-haired cat, keep in mind the grooming that a long-haired cat requires. Though they may be quite beautiful, they can not keep up with their own coats and you'll need to groom them daily. A semi-longhaired cat also needs to be groomed, but probably only a few times a week. So, you're best bet, to keep from doing all that grooming is to choose a short-haired cat.
If choosing the sex of a cat comes into question, always remember to choose a cat of the opposite sex if you already have a cat, this will limit sexual competition. Also remember, if you have cats of the opposite sex, make sure you have them spayed or neutered.
Depending on if you want one cat or kitten or more, there are advantages and disadvantages in that area as well.
Advantages consist of the kittens having each other for company; so of course, they may not require as much attention from you. The interaction between kittens can be quite amusing. If you decide to get another cat down the road, introducing them to the other cats will be less complicated.
Disadvantages with multiple cats or kittens, is the amount of trouble they can get into together. The cost of owning multiple cats is more. The care and grooming is multiplied. If one of the cats happens to pass away, it can greatly affect the others. Think thoroughly about which cat or kitten may be the right choice for you. After you obtain your feline companion, you'll have many years to enjoy together.
So many benefits can be obtained from choosing the right cat or kitten, but it can be a difficult choice. So they may experience the pleasures of growth, many people choose to adopt a kitten. Others will choose an adult cat, because they do not have the tolerance, patience and energy to deal with the training involved with owning a kitten, i.e. litter training, furniture climbing and the curious nature of all kittens. Also, since adult cats are less likely to be adopted than their cuter counter-parts, some people will choose a cat instead. There are definitely pros and cons regarding both.
The advantages of a kitten, is that you get to have the pleasure of watching them grow and mature. Kittens have quite an amusing curiosity. The bonds formed when a kitten is young, can be quite strong. The kitten's medical history is known somewhat by you, since the kitten has been in your presence for the most part. You get to have the pleasure to enjoy more years with them. You know their age. Kittens tend to adjust better with other pets that you may already have.
The advantages of a kitten, is that you get to have the pleasure of watching them grow and mature. Kittens have quite an amusing curiosity. The bonds formed when a kitten is young, can be quite strong. The kitten's medical history is known somewhat by you, since the kitten has been in your presence for the most part. You get to have the pleasure to enjoy more years with them. You know their age. Kittens tend to adjust better with other pets that you may already have.
The advantages of a cat, is that they are already litter trained, a huge plus. Adult cats are calmer and they are less likely to destroy your favorite sofa and curtains. Cats may already be spayed or neutered. They can be left alone without too much stress and since they probably already know the outside dangers of the home, they are less likely to get into trouble. The biggest advantage to adopting a cat is that you're probably saving a life.
When trying to decide between a long- or short-haired cat, keep in mind the grooming that a long-haired cat requires. Though they may be quite beautiful, they can not keep up with their own coats and you'll need to groom them daily. A semi-longhaired cat also needs to be groomed, but probably only a few times a week. So, you're best bet, to keep from doing all that grooming is to choose a short-haired cat.
If choosing the sex of a cat comes into question, always remember to choose a cat of the opposite sex if you already have a cat, this will limit sexual competition. Also remember, if you have cats of the opposite sex, make sure you have them spayed or neutered.
Depending on if you want one cat or kitten or more, there are advantages and disadvantages in that area as well.
Advantages consist of the kittens having each other for company; so of course, they may not require as much attention from you. The interaction between kittens can be quite amusing. If you decide to get another cat down the road, introducing them to the other cats will be less complicated.
Disadvantages with multiple cats or kittens, is the amount of trouble they can get into together. The cost of owning multiple cats is more. The care and grooming is multiplied. If one of the cats happens to pass away, it can greatly affect the others. Think thoroughly about which cat or kitten may be the right choice for you. After you obtain your feline companion, you'll have many years to enjoy together.
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