Just like dogs, there are many different
breeds of cats. And just like dogs, each breed has different characteristics.
Some breeds are known to be playful and energetic while others are more
affectionate and gentle. Of course every pet like every human has his or her own
personality but if you are looking for a cat with a more mellow personality, a
Persian may be a better choice than a Bengal.
Age is also a consideration when choosing
a pet. Age of the cat and age of the humans in the household. Kittens and
little children are not generally a good match. Kittens need to be handled very
carefully and little children don't realize that a big hug can hurt a kitten. A
rescued elderly cat can be a good companion and may be a good choice for an
older person who spends much of their time at home alone.
Cats make really good pets and we need
less care than dogs which make them good for busy households. If you want a
really low maintenance cat, choose one with short hair. Long haired cats like
Persians and Ragdolls, like Grumpy Cat, do need to be brushed more often to
keep their coats extra pretty.
People like cats because they are more
independent and are easier to take care of than dogs. Mostly. Cats don't need
to be taken outside to pee which can be very nice when it is cold or rainy but
their litter boxes still need to be kept clean. Zeva reminded me cats, like
dogs, also like treats and toys and a nice place to sleep.
Responsible cat parents make sure that
their cats are kept healthy which means regular trips to the vet and see that their cats are spayed
and neutered to help keep the number of cats without good homes as small as
possible.
Lots of people think that dogs and cats
can't live in the same house because they will fight. I know lots of dogs and
cats that live in the same house. The trick to making it work is to give them a
chance to slowly know each other.
We encourage anyone looking for a cat to
look at local shelters or look on Petfinders.com. Even if you want a specific
breed, you many not need to spend thousands of dollars at a breeder because
there are breed specific rescue organizations that may be able to help you find
the perfect cat.
No matter what breed or age cat you choose
for your family, we hope you will all benefit from the choice and enjoy living
together for a long, long time.
That's it for meow,
Fo
P.S. Blatant self promotion.
Zeva said to make sure I reminded you that you can find the purrfect gift
basket for any occasion at pawpalsboutique.com
