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Buying a Cat

Thinking about getting a pet cat? Before you shop for your kitten or cat, you should consider a few important things, finding out that a cat is not for you after you've already grown attached to it can be heart breaking for both of you.

The main reason that people have to find their cats new homes is that they find out that they are allergic them. If you've never spent much time around cats, be sure you can spend a few hours in a home with cats without developing an allergy attack. Also, check with friends and family to be sure none of them are highly allergic.

Next, you may want to consider your lifestyle. Although most cats need less interaction than dogs, your cat can still become lonely and bored if left alone all day. A bored cat is often a bad cat. If you work long hours, consider getting two kittens so that they are company for each other. 

Look at your home and be sure you have room for a cat and all of his possessions. Cats may need litter boxes, food dishes, toys, and a scratching post. If you have children, the litter box will need to be placed in a place that your children can't get to, but that your cat can access easily.

Once you have decided that a cat will fit into your household, you will need to decide whether you want a kitten or an older cat. Most people take one look at that cute, fluffy kitten and fall in love and since kittens have not developed bad habits, a kitten is the perfect choice for people who have time to litter box train their new pet. Most kittens have not yet been altered or de-clawed and must receive a series of immunisations to protect them from infectious cat diseases. Older cats are a good choice for people who want a slightly less energetic pet and do not have time to train their cats to use the litter box. Most older pet cats have already been altered and will only need to take booster vaccinations.

Once you've chosen between a cat and kitten, you will need to find out where to buy your new cat. If you just want a great pet and aren't concerned with owning a specific breed, the best place to look is your local humane society, such as the Cats Protection League, or animal rescue. These organisations are usually overrun with healthy, sweet cats and kittens. If you are looking for a specific cat breed, a cat show can be a wonderful resource. Many exhibitors bring along a few kittens that are for sale. Even if you can't find kittens of the breed you are looking for at the show, you can ask exhibitors to place you on a waiting list for one of their kittens. 

Once you bring your new pet home, you may find it takes a few days for him to settle down. Set up a bed, litter box, and food dishes in a permanent spot to help your cat adjust quickly to his new surroundings.

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