Cat as a pet... Yay of nay?

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Nov 24, 2013 12:55 PM
So my gf has always had dogs as a pet, and ice had both. We live in an apt complex with no close dog parks so a dog is pretty much out (plus I don't want to walk it in the am when it's 0 degrees out). We have been thinking about getting a cat instead, but my gf is still not sure. Anyone on here have cats and opinions on owning a cat?
Nov 24, 2013 12:55pm
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Nov 24, 2013 12:57 PM
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Nov 24, 2013 12:57pm
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Nov 24, 2013 1:00 PM
We have 3. I have always hated cats, plus I am allergic to them. Not all cats bother me, but most do. Our 3 do not however and it would be very weird around here without them. They are easy to care for, easier than dogs.
Nov 24, 2013 1:00pm
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Nov 24, 2013 1:08 PM
i have 2 dogs.

growing up we always had somewhere between 2-5 cats (dad would get drunk after softball and pick up strays)

edit:

i wouldn't own a cat. dogs are better.
Nov 24, 2013 1:08pm
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Nov 24, 2013 1:09 PM
I have two. They're cool. Easy to take care of and they tend to be happy as long as they can curl on a lap during the winter (or really, any time, but no damn way I want a 20-pound ball of fur on top of me when it's 90 out.

They work out great with my life. Independent enough that I don't feel bad about them being at home when I'm out at friends or at work and they're friendly enough to provide amusement when I'm at home.
Nov 24, 2013 1:09pm
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Nov 24, 2013 1:10 PM
Had two favorite pets growing up -- a chocolate lab and a really big fluffy cat. Since they were both outdoor pets, if I had to pick only one of them, I'd probably go with the dog as I could go ATV riding with her in our huge woods, which was always a lot of fun. She followed me around the trails all day long.

Indoor, however, I would go with a cat, no question. Cats are cool and laid back. They do shed fur, but they are self-sufficient and need little attention. Just make sure there is enough food and water and you can leave them alone for days. I hate kids and indoor dogs are like kids. That said, I am not really an animal in the house person, anyway.
Nov 24, 2013 1:10pm
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Nov 24, 2013 1:25 PM
Cats are great. You just have to be smarter than them sometimes and not let them outside.
Nov 24, 2013 1:25pm
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Nov 24, 2013 1:28 PM
dlazz has one

hope this helps
Nov 24, 2013 1:28pm
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Nov 24, 2013 2:00 PM
I allowed my wife to have one last year. He's been a cool cat. He's around 1.5 years old.

Much, much, much easier than having a dog.
Nov 24, 2013 2:00pm
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Tiernan

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Nov 24, 2013 2:36 PM
Cats would have a bounty on them if it weren't for spinster old ladies and Wildcats 20 & Heretic obviously.
Nov 24, 2013 2:36pm
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Nov 24, 2013 2:43 PM
They manipulate the internets with LOLs and act like assholes whenever it is Caturday. Don't let them eat your cheezburger.
Nov 24, 2013 2:43pm
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Nov 24, 2013 2:46 PM
OSH;1542162 wrote:I allowed my wife
you sound like a neat guy
Nov 24, 2013 2:46pm
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Nov 24, 2013 3:19 PM
Get a small dog. It'll get its exercise just putzing around the house.
Nov 24, 2013 3:19pm
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Nov 24, 2013 3:31 PM
Cats are much easier to care for than dogs.

A little food, water, and some play toys and you're good to go. Keep the litter box scoped every day and change the litter completely at least once a week. You can leave them alone for a few days as long as food and water are available.

Do not over-feed or they get obese and develop urination issues. Cat urine is a gawd awful smell.

But cats are very independent and hilarious animals. The perfect pet for apartment living. DO NOT let them become outside cats. I also recommend a de-clawing if they are inside pets.
Nov 24, 2013 3:31pm
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Nov 24, 2013 4:00 PM
Have a cat, and we're happy we do...the kids are too.
Nov 24, 2013 4:00pm
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Nov 24, 2013 4:02 PM
believer;1542267 wrote:Cats are much easier to care for than dogs.

A little food, water, and some play toys and you're good to go. Keep the litter box scoped every day and change the litter completely at least once a week. You can leave them alone for a few days as long as food and water are available.

Do not over-feed or they get obese and develop urination issues. Cat urine is a gawd awful smell.

But cats are very independent and hilarious animals. The perfect pet for apartment living. DO NOT let them become outside cats. I also recommend a de-clawing if they are inside pets.
Good post. We have a cat, and agree with all of the above...along with having them spayed or neutered as well.
Nov 24, 2013 4:02pm
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MontyBrunswick

Nov 24, 2013 4:10 PM
ccrunner609;1542275 wrote:I love my cat.
because you backed over it with the car?

I have a cat and she's awesome. I suggest adopting a cat from a shelter. It'll come with shots, fixed, you'll be able to hand-pick one that fits your personality, and you'll get the satisfaction of saving a cats life.

I adopted mine when she was ~3 years old. She's pretty awesome.

Nov 24, 2013 4:10pm
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MontyBrunswick

Nov 24, 2013 4:15 PM
believer;1542267 wrote: I also recommend a de-clawing if they are inside pets.

I disagree with this. My cat is pretty good about not clawing stuff. She uses the carpet to sharpen her claws, but doesn't claw me or my furniture.
Nov 24, 2013 4:15pm
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Nov 24, 2013 4:15 PM
Mohican00;1542213 wrote:you sound like a neat guy
:)

We didn't have a whole lot last year. She was struggling with me being gone and her not really having full-time employment. So it helped comfort her. It was a good move, regardless of our financial situation at the time.
Nov 24, 2013 4:15pm
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Nov 24, 2013 4:16 PM
OSH;1542162 wrote:I allowed my wife to have one last year. He's been a cool cat. He's around 1.5 years old.

Much, much, much easier than having a dog.
Uh yeah, that because dogs is stupid! LOL GO CATS!!!
Nov 24, 2013 4:16pm
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Nov 24, 2013 4:20 PM
dlazz;1542299 wrote:because you backed over it with the car?

I have a cat and she's awesome. I suggest adopting a cat from a shelter. It'll come with shots, fixed, you'll be able to hand-pick one that fits your personality, and you'll get the satisfaction of saving a cats life.

I adopted mine when she was ~3 years old. She's pretty awesome.

Reps.

If you're going to get a pet, get a rescue pet.
Nov 24, 2013 4:20pm
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Nov 24, 2013 4:32 PM
Could ours be considered a rescue pet? Its mom got hit by a car...didn't have anyone to take care of it.

Reps? :D
Nov 24, 2013 4:32pm
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MontyBrunswick

Nov 24, 2013 4:34 PM
OSH;1542318 wrote:Could ours be considered a rescue pet? Its mom got hit by a car...didn't have anyone to take care of it.

Reps? :D
Stop rep whoring.
Nov 24, 2013 4:34pm
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Nov 24, 2013 4:34 PM
OSH;1542318 wrote:Could ours be considered a rescue pet? Its mom got hit by a car...didn't have anyone to take care of it.

Reps? :D
Negs for asking for reps.
Nov 24, 2013 4:34pm
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Nov 24, 2013 5:13 PM
OSH;1542318 wrote:Could ours be considered a rescue pet? Its mom got hit by a car...didn't have anyone to take care of it.

Reps? :D
GFY. Reps?
Nov 24, 2013 5:13pm