What You Should Know Before You Commit to Getting a Cat

Thinking about getting a cat? There’s a lot to consider in order to make an informed decision. The articles on this page will guide you.

Should You Get a Cat? Take the Quiz and See

Is this the right time for you to get a cat? Answer these yes or no questions and find out how ready you are for the responsibilities. Some are deal breakers, and some may require you to work a few things out before getting a cat.

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How Much Does it Cost to Have a Cat?

This article breaks down both the up-front cost of getting a cat, and the ongoing monthly and annual budget you’ll need. Can you afford having a cat?

What Are the Responsibilities of Cat Ownership?

Sure, you like cats. But will you like having to take care of a cat every day for 20 years? Find out what’s involved in the day-to-day of having a cat.

The Pros and Cons of Having a Cat

Cat companionship comes with a great many pleasures. Because well, cats are wonderful and fascinating creatures and make great pets.

But daily life with a cat also has plenty of downsides that are inevitably part of the package.

This pair of articles will help you get a sense of what you’re in for if you should decide to get a feline fuzzbutt of your own. Will you start with the good, or the bad?

Pros: 31 Reasons to Get a Cat

A list of all the things that make having a cat a truly wonderful thing and why you should get one.

Cons: 17 Disadvantages of Having a Cat

This article provides a glimpse of the not-so-wonderful side of cat ownership.

39 Reasons Cats are Better than Dogs

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How Much of a Time Commitment is Having a Cat?

Cats are lower maintenance in many ways compared to dogs. But they’re still a lot of work. This article breaks down how much time it takes daily and weekly for each aspect of responsible cat ownership.