whats teh best kind of cat to get when you have a 2 yr old and a 6m baby....male/female? old/young? breed? any ideas? thanks~!
2006-07-25 10:32:03 · 11 answers · asked by virgowiccangirl 3 in Pets ➔ Cats
why not wait until the younger child is at least a year old and independently mobile?
that way there will be no scares about cats sleeping on babies faces etc.
the best kind of cat is one that isn't too shy nor too extrovert and knows when discretion is the better part of valour and can withdraw from the scene of small children without bloodshed.
I think perhaps a kitten would be best suited - preferably one from a 'busy' home so it wont be phased by it all
2006-07-25 11:42:19 · answer #1 · answered by Aslan 6 · 3⤊ 3⤋
I'm not a vet or any kind of expert, just to let you know, these are just my thoughts. (I do have 2 cats, and my boyfriend has 4. So, I have a little experience)
But when I was getting a cat a few years ago my dad said to get a rag doll cat. (I didn't-- I love the cat I have though. But he's got an attitude, so I wouldn't suggest him for a young child, unless you will be there 24/7 to supervise.) You might want a cat that has been around a few years, so that you know what it's behavior is like. We have a cat that is perfect for babies, if we had any around the house. He occasionally cuddles up, but he mostly just lies around and looks cute. (I think that is his natural defense... To drop to the ground and look at you adoringly. Like Puss 'n' Boots in Shrek 2)
http://www.cat-world.com.au/cat-worldbaby.htm
http://www.bestfriendspetcare.com/cat-behavior/catsandbabies.cfm
http://www.cfainc.org/breeds/profiles/ragdoll.html (Apprently.. Ragdolls are BIG cats...! It says they need little grooming too...Some never need it I think it said. Wow.)
You might talk to a vet too. Good luck! :)
2006-07-25 10:50:48 · answer #2 · answered by sasami002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would yet a mid age female or a young female.Breed dosn't realy matter cause most cats will have a litter with tabbys and siamese and calico so there not usally breeds its usally fur pattern.And every cat is differnt so i would just loo around and find a good loveing calm cat.
2006-07-25 10:39:40 · answer #3 · answered by Becky D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can get a hairless cat they are the ugliest :) most loving and patient creatures, but they are pricey. I would prefer a female since they have no hair so the kids won't get too curious about anything hanging back there...
2006-07-25 10:36:56 · answer #4 · answered by Eve 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it all depends on how you bring up the cat. If it is a baby and brought up in your territory I think any cat would be fine.
2006-07-25 10:42:52 · answer #5 · answered by JS 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A toy Garfield
2006-07-25 10:35:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
neuter or spayed and d-clawed for house cats any kind should do (Purebread)Siamese tend to be more Stand off and picky about who they share there time with and can generally have a stuck up attitude.
2006-07-25 12:51:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Bengal tiger.
2006-07-25 10:34:52 · answer #8 · answered by toejam_rummy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A Maine Coon. Absolutely the best. Quiet, docile, doesn't talk much.
2006-07-25 16:53:38 · answer #9 · answered by susan999 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
NONE!!! cats r sick and little ones will get irritated for being rubbed on.
2006-07-25 10:37:11 · answer #10 · answered by blingding 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋