Are you thinking of buying a kitten? You may think that getting a cat is easier than getting a dog, because cats are more independent, but like any pet a cat requires care and is a big responsibility.
Temperaments of different breeds vary, so you should choose a breed that suits your life style and environment.
Do you want a lively or a quiet cat? Do you want a cat with short hair or a long hair that requires more grooming.
Cats have an average lifespan of 10-15 years, so you will have to be willing to care for your cat for a long time.
Do you want to get a kitten or an older cat? How about giving an unwanted cat a good home. You can also adopt a cat either through a rescue shelter or directly from an owner who can no longer take care of it. You can check the pet classifieds for private adoptions.
I do not advocate buying cats from a pet shop, as with puppies from puppy mills, it is not always possible to see where the kittens come from.
If you buy a cat from a breeder you should find a reputable, responsible breeder that is registered with a cat breed club. The cat should come from good bloodlines. Many breeders advertise in the classifieds.
If you buy a cat from a private family you should see the environment the kittens come from. Is the mommy cat a pet or simply a money-making-kitten-having-incubator? If you buy from a private family the bloodlines of the kitten cannot be guaranteed and it might be a mixed breed with the father’s identity unknown.
No matter where you get your kitten from you have to see the environment the cats come from and be sure of what you’re getting yourself into. Do the necessary research to make sure that you’re getting a cat suited to you.
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