Why Cats Make Great Pets

Dr. Abdul Basit Javed (DVM, RVMP)

There is no denying how much people love cats and what great pets they are. More American households own cats than dogs, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association.

Humans have a noticeable affection for cats. Everyone agrees that cats make excellent pets, but having a connection with a cat can also be quite satisfying. Cats are incredibly self-reliant, smart, loving, and devoted creatures.

Continue reading to learn why cats are wonderful pets and how they may improve your life.

Cats are great pets

Following are the reasons why cats make great pets:

Cats are quiet

Cats are generally peaceful and calm creatures that do not make a lot of noise in the house. They usually only meow when they need food or are experiencing a health issue. Otherwise, they are silent. They will not constantly tease you to pet them or play with them as dogs do; they prefer to be alone most of the time and play by themselves.

Cats are tidy and clean

Cats are excellent pets for those who are obsessed with hygiene since cats are extremely conscientious about their personal hygiene and spend the majority of their time grooming themselves throughout the day. Cats also require fewer grooming appointments than dogs and may be groomed at home quite easily.

Pest free house

Cats are excellent for vermin control and will keep your house free from rodents and insects. They have been kept o control pests since ancient times and have honed their hunting abilities.

If you are allergic to pesticide sprays or don’t want to spray them around your house keeping a cat is your best option.

Long life spans

Generally, cats have pretty long lifespans, and if properly looked after they can survive up to 15 years or more. This makes them ideal lifelong companions and you can make a strong bond with your cat during their life.

Cats cost less compared to dogs

Cats are more resistant to diseases than dogs which means you have to pay fewer vet bills which makes them cost-effective pets. They are not very picky eaters like dogs and can eat a wide variety of foods to sustain themselves.

They also don’t require specific training because they are mostly self-trained to do certain tasks, unlike dogs. They need fewer visits to the groomers and require fewer essentials for their daily maintenance.

Cats are great with kids

Cats enjoy spending time with children and are rarely violent toward them. Children may snuggle and play with them with ease. Make sure to clip your cat's nails on a regular basis to keep your kids safe and to make playtime more pleasant.

Easy litter box training

Cats are very easy to potty train and mostly don’t even require directions from their owners. You just show them the location of the litter box and they will automatically use it without any specific training because of their natural instinct. This is one of the reasons why they make excellent pets.

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