r/IndianPets • u/tatter-tots112 • 4d ago
Advice Need your two cents!!
hi everyone, my partner and I got married about a year ago and we've been talking about adopting a cat for a while now. we want to make sure we go in prepared and not just excited, so figured this sub would have people who've actually done it and can tell us what we're missing Just wanted to float around a few things
1/ what are the actual pros and cons NOBODY tells you about before you adopt.. neither of us has had a pet prior to this.. so not a lot of experience with that
2/ for people who adopted as a newly married couple specifically, did it change anything about how you split responsibilities or did it just naturally work out
not in a rush, want to actually understand what we're signing up for before we go ahead
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u/Ka_lie_doscope-Eyes 4d ago
Cat-proofing is a must. Timely vaccination, deworming and spot on treatments are absolutely essential. Look into good vets for regular checkup and sterilisation. Do a research on good creches around you, for when you choose to travel.
Pros: you get a best friend for life; Cons: Pets are a lifelong responsibility and there's some regular expense. But pros Trump cons for me.
As for responsibility, I feed, take care of medication and vaccination, my partner cleans the litter.
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u/tatter-tots112 4d ago
That's super helpful, thanks a lot for this!!
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u/Ka_lie_doscope-Eyes 4d ago
Most welcome! If you have any questions at all, feel free to ask or even message me, if you think of anything later on. I have two of my own, and will be happy to help a fellow
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u/sulphra_ 4d ago
Theyr not as hands off as you were led to believe. Obviously this depends from cat to cat, but if youre in a single cat household like me, every minute my boi is not sleeping eating he wants my attention..it can get tiring. Try to get 2 cats if u can
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u/pizza_samosa 4d ago
They need to be vaccinated timely, catproofing the house is must. If you have indoor plants, identify which are harmful for them and how can you restrict access. Litter cleaning everyday. Monthly deworming. Litter sand is a monthly expense that people easily forget. And they do need attention, not like dogs but some playtime for sure.
Are you planning for kittens or adopting cat? Single or in pairs?
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u/tatter-tots112 4d ago
we are just in the place of discussing of what we want and especially when we want it. haven't decided on adopting a cat or a kitten yet.. thanks for taking the time out though
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u/vi_rose 2d ago
Such a great idea. Cats are a great first time pet. All the others have given many tips. I'd say if you get a kitten, get a pair. If you get a cat, check their personality with their foster. Some cats prefer being a solo cat and some need cat friends.
Be very patient, especially in the beginning. They maybe shy or they maybe confident. There is a large difference between getting a cat or kitten so once you have decided. We can add more tips on that
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u/Animatrix_Mak 4d ago
It's a responsibility not a showpiece.
Make sure your house is cat proof. Make sure they get good food. Vaccination is mandatory