Posted by shellie on November 24, 2000, at 16:03:49
In reply to Re: Fur-covered pills, posted by Noa on November 22, 2000, at 12:41:21
Hi Noa. Here's my response to your decision about a cat.
Pets are wonderful wonderful friends. But one should think very seriously before getting one. They require care. They need to be fed, taken to the vet, they may get sick, etc. If you commit to a pet, you must FULLY commit to that pet.< 3. I am barely taking care of myself and my < < < < < < < apartment--it is a filthy wreck. Is it < reasonable to think I can keep the litter box, etc. clean? <
Cats are very clean animals. If their litter is not changed regularly, they are not happy and may opt to pee elsewhere (i.e., on the floor or a rug.)
On the other hand, that might motivate you to keep your apartment a bit cleaner!> ...I am a bit afraid this would happen again--that I would start to resent the cat for needing me too much--either attention...
You might consider getting two kittens or cats, rather than one. That way they may be somewhat less needy (especially if you get them at the same time). And if you're at work all day, I think they'd be less inclined to resent your time away from them and maybe not act out.
With those warning given , I again want to emphasize that pets are wonderful for mental health, and for a feeling of connection AND responsibility. I just think one needs to really think about (as you are) the full picture.
shellie
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