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| Mark, cvt |
There are so many
happy and lovable pets that are up for adoption all around the country. This month, The American Humane Association
and ASPCA are celebrating national "Adopt-A-Cat Month". Right now
there are hundreds of thousands of adoptable cats waiting for their forever
home. Based on a study done by ASPCA in 2011, it was determined that
approximately 3.2 million cats are put into shelters annually¹. Just like dogs,
cats can provide unconditional love and a lifetime of companionship. While they
can be a big commitment and carry many responsibilities with them, they are not
as intensively involved in most cases as dogs. Nothing can replace the
friendship that can be made with an adopted pet.
Many people may
be wondering if a cat is a good fit for their lifestyle. Whether you're a “cat”
person or not, having a feline friend can be a very rewarding experience. Here
are some things you may want to think about before adopting a pet, provided by
the American Humane Association²:
Cats might be a good fit for you if you don’t
mind...
● Having your ankles rubbed with affection when you
get home.
● Spending some of your free time playing with your
furry friend.
● Picking up some of your kitties messes every now
and then.
● Getting your lap warmed whenever you sit down.
● Using some of your hard earned money to keep them
happy and healthy.
● Being entertained randomly with their silly
antics!
● Giving your best effort to provide a loving home
which will be much appreciated!
A year ago a
friend of mine had a small litter of two kittens born on his farm. The mother
took care of her babies well but we knew these kittens needed to find a home.
While we could have brought them to a shelter we fell in love with this brother
and sister duo and brought them home with us. Their personalities and habits
have become a part of my home life and I couldn't imagine what it would be like
without their love and companionship!
If you are
looking to adopt I urge you to consider elderly pets. There are so many animals
looking for a loving home where they can enjoy their remaining years. Kittens
and puppies are adopted more easily for obvious reasons but you may find that
rescuing an older pet or pets with illnesses may be even more rewarding in the
end.
So, if you are reading
this and on-the-fence if cats would be good for you or not, go to the shelter
and meet some furry friends they have there, you might fall in love with one!
¹Pet Statistics. (n.d.).”Facts about U.S.
shelters”. Retrieved June 13, 2017, from
https://www.aspca.org/animal-homelessness/shelter-intake-and-surrender/pet-statistics
²Is a Cat Right
for You? (n.d.). Fact Sheet. Retrieved June 13, 2017, from http://www.americanhumane.org/fact-sheet/is-a-cat-right-for-you/
