Comments on: cats?

By: Laura

Laura — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 05:30:22 +0000

Rescue, keep it away from smaller animals that could be prey, and allow it to roam.

By: Maria K

Maria K — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:59:06 +0000

I think there’s a reason why cats are the most popular pets on the planet. Just look at how many answers you have to this question! I have a website (below) that can answer a lot of your questions and more. But just a few things in general – Cats and bunnies get along fine, but I’d keep the hamster away from the kitty, at least at first until you are absolutey sure they will be okay together (and of course don’t let the hamster out of its cage around the cat, because even if the cat won’t hurt him/her, the hamster will probably be frightened and run into a crack in the wall or something!

Cats are very easy to take care of, and they definitely know their names and their territories. If they like the home you give them, they will stay there or very close by. It’s actually best to keep cats indoors. The ones who go out get sick more, hurt more, and they don’t live as long. They can also get FIV (the cat equivalent of HIV) from other cats in the neighborhood. That said, if you live in a rural area, then its not so bad to let your cat out. If you live in the suburbs or a city, then keep him/her indoors.

As for the question about scratching, give them scratching pads and toys, and don’t worry about your legs. Cats do not usually scratch their owners. There is a product called Soft Paws that some people use to cover the kitty’s claws. Do not declaw the cat!.(Check out my second link below for more about this.)

By: sarahyap43

sarahyap43 — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:07:15 +0000

if cats are trained, they wont want to go out and get into fights…. so don’t worry…

By: Danell primus P

Danell primus P — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 17:59:58 +0000

please keep cats inside,i was not educated about how to have your cat living a long happy life,but i learned my lesson i get sick of people who say let your cats outside its cruel not to.excuse me my first cat was taken and put to sleep by animal contral because the neighbors said he was mean( he was a kitten who wanted to play)my next cat disapeared for a couple days,i found her dieing in high grass by my house she even had magetts all over her she died on the way to the vet,the vet said she was attacked by dogs.then my next cat got out and was hit by a car he suffered and died in my arms on the way to the vet.i was tramatized,my cats are always keep in the house.bad things happened to my friends cats who where left outside.my one friend thought it was safe to let her two cats out cause she lived in the country,they were killed and half eaten by wild animals.(it was tramatizing)she never lets her new cat out its safer and cheaper to keep your cats inside if they get hurt you must go to the vet it is cruel not to,and a law in every state not providing pets with medical care will get you fined and possible jail time…protect your pets please keep kitty in doors,and have them fixed to,thats another big thing….

By: Alex

Alex — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:09:09 +0000

1) You’re better off keeping her indoors only. There is a lot of danger in the outside world, and not all cats will stay on “their property”.

2) Not all cats have issues with clawing, especially if they have scratching posts to use! If they do start up, it’s usually easy to correct with a strong “No,” and possibly a squirt of water (if needed). If they already have the habit of scratching, a squirt of water may still work, but they also sell products to keep cats away from certain furniture as well as other suggestions–cross that bridge if you come to it, and don’t worry about it ahead of time. Most cats aren’t really that much into tearing everything up anyway.

3) Depends on the individual cat. I’ve had gerbils and fish around my cats before…the gerbils would be friendly, come up and greet the cats, and the cats would do the same. However, we went on vacation one year and my cats kept catching and killing mice in our cabin. (I think they may have recognized the gerbils as “family”).
As for the fish, my cats liked watching them swim, and did try to get them at first, until they realized that they couldn’t!

So I’d say just be sure you keep your animals seperated when not under supervision (if you let you rabbit roam around the house or whatever). If they are in a cage with bars too small for cat paws to fit through, you probably don’t need to worry too much about it!

Cats or kittens are fine. Kittens usually have a better chance of finding homes than adult cats, so if you fall in love with an adult–I’d say go with that. However, if a kitten seems to be the one for you, go with that. You have to choose a cat you think will bond with you, reguardless of age/breed/gender or anything else. They are just as different as people!

Best wishes and I hope you enjoy your foray into the cat world!

By: Katie

Katie — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:47:35 +0000

I never recommend letting your cat out unprotected. Try
or a leash and harness or other system
also ALWAYS adopt. Stop breeding there are millions of wonderful cats in need of homes. Your adoption fee will allow others to live longer too

By: Amii

Amii — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 09:26:36 +0000

i luv cats,… i got 11… me n mi mum adore them but her fella h8z them !! hehe and i got a dog, 4 rabbits n a fish !!

1….keep the cat//kitten in for about 5-6 weeks before you even think about letting them out..this means they can get used to you and your house etc. When you do decide to let her out… y not try n get a harness for her… this means she can experience outside but not run off…cus you can control where she goes. Another trick me and my mum found was to spread butter on their paws.. i dont know if this does actually work but it might be worth a try..Do you live right by a main road?? We do and what we found was if the cat went by the road we used to follow them and that meant they could see the road and all the fast cars going past, and if they did go too near we could call them back. you get a tom (male cat), it is bound to fight if there are any other toms, it’s just instinct. Females don’;t fight as much as toms though, only if their food or babies are at risk of being stolen or eaten!!

2… You cant really stop cats clawing at furniture but try and get a cat scratching post with CATNIP in. This is summet that cats lurvv. and are really attracted to it. This might make them step away from your furniture. If the cat keeps climbing up your leg you just have to keep pulling her off. My lil kitten Purz does this at the monment and it really pisses me off! You just have to be patient and keep taking her off.

3…Personally, we have always adopted kittens which are great but my best m8 adopted one from a rescue home n she’s great fun too..it depends what you want. Rescue if you wanna give a poor cat whoes had a bad life, a loving home or adopt a kitten if you wanna just have fun with a lil kitten.

Baby baby kittens are best if you want it to be friends with your rabbit and hamster. If you put the kitten in the cage//hutch withb them when it is tiny, then it should hopefully get used to it! THIS DOESNT ALWAYS WORK!!…it did with mine but i wouldnt trust it!!

I rli think u shud get a cat cus they really are gr8 fun and are always there for you when you need a cuddle n sum lurv.
Hope this helps with your questions n if you want to no anything else… just email me n i’ll c if i cn help u!!

By: xlauraxmariex

xlauraxmariex — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 19:20:00 +0000

1.It is true that cats know their owners. They will remain faithful if they are happy & it doesn’t take much to make a cat happy. All you need to do is feed it well, show it love and attention, keep it healthy and it’s home clean and give it some freedom to play outside.
There is a risk of the cat getting lost but if you micro chip it, there is every chance it will be safely returned home.
Cats do sometimes fight (some more then others) this seems to happen less if the cat is spayed or neutered. If you get pet insurance, you won’t have to worry about big vet bills.
2. To stop cats scratching, there is a spray you can buy from vets surgeries but there is no guarantee that it will work. If the scratching would bother you I suggest you don’t get a cat because they like to climb curtains, scratch wall paper, carpets, furniture, EVERYTHING!
3. It’s most likely that the cat would want to attack your hamster because it is their nature. Please under no circumstances put a cat near your hamster. As for the rabbit, I also doubt they would get on. Rabbits are strong and either the cat or the rabbit could get hurt.
Cats are wonderful pets and I have had atleast 3 at a time through my life. They are fun, loving and great company but it does come at a price.
Please think about the harder parts of having a cat before you make up your mind.
Be aware that they cost alot of money! You would have to buy a bed, litter tray and litter, food and water bowls, a collar, toys and food. Also they need to be wormed and de-flead monthly. They can easily get ear mites (it just cost me £40 to sort out my kittens mites). They need vaccinating yearly, micro chipping, spaying/neutering and they can injure themselves at anytime. So only have a cat if it is no problem to pay all of this.
I hope I haven’t put you off, I just want you to be totally confident with your decision. Like I said, cats are amazing. Every single one I’ve ever looked after has had their own unique personality. They have all been a part of our family. Just be sure that you can give the cat a great life before you get one.
If you do get one, I’d advise going to a rescue centre for an older cat. That way, you can ask for one that doesn’t seem to scratch. Older cats are much easier. Plus you would be giving an old cat somewhere to finally settle and be happy.
Good luck with your decision.

By: lizzy

lizzy — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 07:47:09 +0000

well if you get a good cat it mit leren all that but it mit be a mean cat that cant leren anything:( so its up to the cat!REALLY

By: Gary F

Gary F — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 23:51:06 +0000

ok first of all ignore them above me who bum the tennant!

my cat is a house cat he has only been out side a few times, they will always come back providing you dont let them out for i think its a month so they get used to you and your house.i stopped him clawing furniture by getting a scratch mat and i pressed his claws into it, he realised that it was more effective than my sofa it just took a while for him to use it all the time.
a rescue cat will not behave with ur hamster get a kitten as it will just be curious and not want to hurt it plus then u can train it to not go near either the hamster or rabit