For a few days, you feel on adopting a cat, but you still hesitate ... Yet there are many good reasons to host a small companion in your hom...
For a few days, you feel on adopting a cat, but you still hesitate ... Yet there are many good reasons to host a small companion in your home. Will you crack after reading this article?
An independent pet
It is well known, the cat is an independent pet. Unlike the dog, who is struggling to remain alone and will always depend on his master, the cat may spend long hours alone to sleep while you are at work. In addition, a cat will not necessarily stuck with you all day , and does not need to be released three times a day. Finally, for a weekend or holiday, you will not have trouble find nearby who may wish to keep or bring the food home. However ... the cat is independent, but that does not mean it does not need attention! It is therefore caress, play with it and have regular social interactions more or less important according to his character. Cats can be very affectionate. |
| Adopt a cat has many benefits! |
No need to change housing
A cat adapts well to most homes . Whether you live in town or in the countryside, in a house or apartment with garden or not, no need to change accommodation or redevelop the lot: your cat will perfectly fit, especially if you adopt a kitten , which will be used from very young to the new environment. However ... think of your cat's habits. If you adopt an adult cat who has always been accustomed to go out in nature, it may very badly to live a move in apartments . Similarly, if you live near a busy road with cars, beware partying, or secure your garden so that it can not leave.
A companion for children
Many studies tout the benefits of chat with our little darlings. First because her presence would help fight against certain diseases and allergies (eg asthma). Also because it is an opportunity for the child to be faced with many experiences of life: education, responsibility , etc. For a child, a cat can be a good playmate and a confidant who brings him affection, reassuring in difficult times. However ... ... a cat is not a toy and some children can sometimes be brutal with the animals , which is a source of suffering for the animal. Parents must accompany the child to teach him to take care of the cat, and to behave with him , both for the happiness of the latter, for the safety of the first (the claws and bites are acts defense, but can sometimes be dangerous for children).
Economic budget
A cat often much cheaper than a dog . While purebred cats are expensive, you can find free or low-cost cats and kittens in private. A cat usually eats dry food ( between 20 and 40 € per month ) and water, and a two litter bags per month are sufficient to their needs (around 10 € per month). According to experts, a cat would cost between 200 and 300 € a year less than a dog to its owners. Also, no need to leave or basket , get a litter and a cat tree (which you can find Used for a few euros just on the Internet), and voila! Finally, no need to break the bank with expensive toys sold in supermarkets: an empty cardboard, string, a ball in aluminum foil, and your cat will have fun for long hours. However ... ... if you adopt a kitten , plan a budget veterinarian for sterilization and vaccines . In addition, a cat veterinary appointments each year, which must be damped. Finally, always have a little special fund intended for potential treatments: fleas, worms, fall, accident etc. Especially in older, a cat is more easily subject to veterinary visits.
Fight against stress
Cats are true anti-stress! We no longer boasts the familiar virtues of purr-therapy with anxious or depressed people, nor the benefits of the presence of a chat with the elderly, often lack company. With his soft fur, it's calm, and serene presence purr , the cat is the master of "cuddling" breaks. However ... as for humans, cats have their character. Some will be very cuddly, others less, calm or dynamic, talkative or not ... We must therefore take into account the nature of his companion , and not be "disappointed" in his expectations.
SPA shelter ... doing a good deed!
Like dogs, cats are too often victims of neglect on the part of people who can not take care of or no longer have the means. Rather than buy at pet stores, walk-in homes, shelters and other agencies (SPA school cat) that collect the unfortunate poor, and do a good deed by offering them a new life! You can adopt a kitten or an adult cat. These often show very affectionate, and already own , saving you the mandatory training phase with kittens. Here, you now have every reason to welcome a new companion in the family!
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