Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Cat Adoption Can Be A Very Enriching And Rewarding Journey

By Robert Baker


If you're interested in bringing a four legged friend into the family, there are several ways you can go about doing this. If the pet you wish to join you happens to be a cat, you should definitely look into Cat adoption.

There are millions of unwanted animals roaming the streets these days. Cats happen to be one of the major ones. Some of the lucky ones end up in shelters where they are cared for until someone comes along to give them the life they deserve.

Spaying a neutering is a very important part of reducing the numbers of unwanted animals who have no homes. When you choose to adopt, the facility will usually provide you with a cat that has already been "fixed". If the animal has not been altered before you take it home, they will probably give you a voucher that you can take to your vet to have the operation performed. The cost for surgery is usually included in the adoption fee.

No matter what kind of look or temperament you're looking for in your new cat, you are sure to find a kitty that will fit your life perfectly. The number of stray cats who have been dumped, or left to fend for themselves is staggering, but when you adopt, in a small way you're helping to get the problem under control.

Sometimes people will buy purebred cats, only to find out later that they were not prepared to care for it the way they need to. Many of these people end up taking their purebred cats to shelters and they become available for people to adopt at a much more reasonable price. Being unwanted is not just a mixed breed problem. Although you're not as likely to find a purebred up for adoption, it is still possible. One interesting thing you may like to know, is that mixed breed animals tend to have less health problems. You may want to keep that in mind when making your choice.

When you choose to adopt as opposed to buying from someone, you're doing a small part to help take some cats off the streets who are capable of creating more kittens that add to the misery and suffering. You're not only saving the life of the one cat you bring home, you're also helping to make life better for many other felines.




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