There is nothing as fun as having a feline curdled in your lap. While this fun comes with a lot of responsibilities, there is a lot of preparations that you need to do before adopting one. Is there any one around who is planning to bring the feline home? If yes, then, this article will come handy for you. Listed below are some of the questions that need answering before you take the big decision. Have a look.
1. Am I ready to become a fur-parent?
When you adopt a pet, you don’t become a owner or a master. You actually become a parent, especially when it comes to cats. Having a feline at home is a serious a responsibility and a commitment. Even though having a fur-ball in your arms is intriguing, you need to make up your mind for the responsibilities. So, before you bring the kitty home, make sure that you ask this question to your self. Check why do you need a cat. Are you looking for a pet or you want a companion? Is the kitty who chooses her master, so, make sure that the motive is clear in your mind.
2. Do I have any allergies?
Get yourself checked for any sort of allergies. Sometimes you are allergic to animals and fur without even realizing the fact. So, get yourself tested at first. Moreover, it becomes even more inevitable if you have kids at home. It is advisable to get this checkup done on all the members of your family and especially children. In case there is some kind of an allergy involved, then, consult an expert for the remedy of the same. Take up this responsibility only if you are absolutely sure about it.
3. Should I purchase a kitty or adopt one?
This is one question that may pop into your mind in the first place. The adoption will give you the satisfaction of saving a life. Moreover, you’ll save some money in the same. While there is one problem involved in adoption. The kitties at the rescue centers are well-trained and behaved, but they are mostly abundant and used to a different lifestyle. Hence, getting them accustomed to your own life is a bit of task. However, buying a kitten has one added benefit. You can easily mold the little feline in the way you want. However, it involves a lot of training session and patient. So, make sure that you consider all the ifs and buts and then come to a conclusion.
4. How do I get her used to in my lifestyle?
The dogs adopts to the changes way too easier than the kitties. So, if you are adopting, then, you need to gear up for the challenges ahead. Go online and check the expert comments that discusses the ways to make the felines a part of your family. The cat toys are the best way make friends with the kitties. Get some alluring toys, boxes and scratching post for the feline. Check out your daily routine and manage an hour to spend with your kitty. The playtime is the best way to create a bond with the felines. So, gear up to manage your time accordingly.
5. Is my home cat-ready?
The home should be kitty-ready even before you get one. A scratching post is must of you want to save your furniture. Check the locking options of doors and windows, in order to prevent roaming out unsupervised. Moreover, fix a sunny spot with the garden view for the kitty to enjoy bird viewing. The cat houses and cat foods should be checked. Shop from the authentic shops and online stores. Toilet papers and things of this sort should be kept away from the reach of the felines.
6. Who will take care of the kitty when I’m not at home?
This is another very important question that you need to answer. This is not a problem when the kitty gets used to the new place and people. However, in the initial phase, leaving them unsupervised will be a problem. So, make sure that there is someone to take care of her even when you are not around.
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