My partner and I are recent graduates, and are looking to adopt. I’ve only lived with a dog briefly and them a cat, so I don’t have insight but I’m not opposed. Casting a wide net as I’m the one lacking confidence here, their gung-ho ;~;
Old versus Young? Do breeds determine personality? Behavioral red flags? I know all floofs deserve a chance at love but we’re fresh faced parents.
Anything helps, thanks all!
Young, female.
Don’t get one if you ever intend to travel together and don’t have parents/close friends to leave them with. Cats are amazing but after they develop their little neuroticisms, you’ll never feel comfortable leaving them with strangers.
If you live in a house in anything but the most remote places, keep them locked up otherwise they’ll go missing one day and it’ll break your heart.
Other than that there’s not much that can go wrong, just pick the one you vibe more with and that’s it.
I recommend going to a shelter and explaining your living situation. They care alot about finding the right homes for the animals and won’t pressure you into someone who isn’t right for your situation. Don’t go in expecting to adopt someone the first day, trust your heart but don’t rush anything. They all have their own personalities, don’t discount the shy ones they can become the most loving.
Outside of that, don’t declaw cats, don’t dock tail or ears, do have dew claws removed on dogs if the vet approves. Spay and nuetur.
Most importantly, just do your homework. This is a great place to start and I applaud you for asking. Find a vet near you, figure out costs, have what you need before your furbaby comes home.
I wish you the best!
We have four:
Rocket, adopted as a kitten from the humane society. 10 years old. She was rescued from a hoarder in Los Angeles.
Keanu, who was a tiny, starving kitten at a co-workers house. 8 years old.
Lorelei, aged 2. Neighbors cat had a litter:
Willow, 6 months, other neighbors litter:
All four have been raised and socialized the same way. Rocket and Keanu both love me and compete for who gets to curl up with me.
Lorelei is, largely, indifferent, unless food is in play. She demands the first right of refusal on all food, which she doesn’t actually EAT, she just wants to inspect it.
Willow is convinced she’s been kidnapped and wants nothing to do with us:
We’ve been bribing her with treats, but she will not cuddle, hates being touched, and will actively back away from you if you try to pet her.
The cat(s) will pick you.
