Critical Questions prior Purchase
There are many things that should be considered before cats move in. Here we provide you the most important questions you should ask yourself.
Only if all points can be answered satisfactorily will nothing stand in the way of happy cat ownership.
Only if all points can be answered satisfactorily will nothing stand in the way of happy cat ownership.
- Are all family members 100% in agreement keeping cats and do they share the enthusiasm for having a cat as a pet?
- Does anyone in the family have allergies or is sensitive to certain smells (using a litter box, cat food), noise or pollution (cat hair on clothing or furniture)?
- Who in the family has primary responsibility for the cat?
- Have you researched the breed and are you aware of the breed's typical characteristics and characteristics?
- Do you have the necessary financial resources (basic equipment, food, veterinary costs) to meet the needs of a cat?
- Are you ready to get help if you have problems with cat ownership or cat behaviour?
- Do you have enough time to take proper care of the cat?
- The litter boxes must be cleaned daily and, in addition to several small meals a day, playing should not be neglected.
- Do you have enough space at home to set up a large scratching post, various sleeping and hiding places and cat litter boxes?
- Are you aware that cats can defecate and urinate in their living rooms when they are sick, even if they are house trained? Likewise if they vomit?
- Do you agree that the cat has access to all the living spaces where you spend the most time?
- Can you provide the cat with a secure run (balcony, terrace, viewing area)?
- Are you allowed to keep cats where you live? (landlord’s permission)
- Are you ready to keep your home tidy and always put away dangerous objects so that the cat can't get injured or even poisoned while exploring your living space?
- Do you have other animals in your household that could have problems with the cat?
- Are you aware that cats need several weeks to settle in? Are you ready to care for a cat for the next 15 - 20 years?
- Who will look after the cat if you go on vacation or have an emergency?
- Who will look after the cat if your family or professional circumstances change?
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