Kitt-e-Harmony: Finding Your Feline Soul Mate
Originally published on February 10, 2009 by CatAge.com
Adopting the right cat calls for careful consideration of many factors, not just absolute adorableness. So what should top your list of decision-making criteria?
Personality. Yep. Your best bet for developing a successful, long-term, and deeply bonded coexistence with your new feline friend is to make sure kitty’s temperament is aligned with your own (and with your family’s). Before adopting your next cat, discover your ideal match by considering the following questions about yourself and your prospective pet:
- Affectionate or aloof? If you’re looking for an independent cat who prefers minimal to moderate petting and lap time, don’t adopt a snuggle bunny. And vice versa. But keep in mind that all cats — just like humans — need some affection, even if they’re not good at asking for it.
- Energetic or calm? Want a mellow couch-potato cat? Then you may be more suited to a grown cat than to a mischievous kitten who’ll climb your curtains all day in constant pursuit of play! But if lively is what you’re after, a young, sprightly cat might be just right for you.
- Outgoing or shy? While all cats will need time to adjust to a new home, some will be more resilient than others in coping with the commotion caused by children, roommates, loud music, frequent visitors, or other animals. If your household has any of the above, choose a fairly confident cat over an extremely timid one.
This tip of the week came from CatAge.com
