i want a kitten?

Question

I really want a kitten, I wanted a dog but my mum is allergic to them so a cat is my 2nd option, now i no they are nothing like dogs and hate coming to you and things but does anyone know of any breeds that are sweet and loving?

Answer 1

cats will create more mess than dogs.. they shed fur and scratch stuff

Answer 2

I don't know where you're getting the info that cats "hate" coming to you. I have a cat now (and have many in the past) and all of them loved attention and would always come to me. My only concern is that if your mom is allergic to dogs, it is likely that she is allergic to cats since they carry more allergens. She may want to get tested first before you fall in love with a kitten and then have to give it back or adopt it out! As for a breed - any kitten (especially from an adoption center) would be great!

Answer 3

As everyone has said before, first make sure that your mum isn't allergic to cats - although I don't think you would want one if she was!

Breeds are not really important - I've had pure-breeds, and mongrels and each will be different, although all my cats have been loving and affectionate. So it's definitely the way that you treat them. Also, don't for a second believe that cats won't come when you call, all of mine have. The trick is to call their names every time you feed them (kitties are ruled by their tummies) and pretty soon, they will come every time you call, thinking that there may be a treat involved! I even had a mongrel kitty who 'taught' me to play fetch with him!

One thing that will help insure that your kitty is loving and sweet, is to make sure that it gets neutered at about 6 months. This makes sure that they aren't filled with hormones (like a teenager) so they won't be moody!

The other thing that works is if you decide to make your cat an indoor kitty. Because they depend on you for everything, they are way more affectionate, and are always ready to play and cuddle. Both my kitties are indoor cats and they are great. I've just recently bought them harnesses, and pretty soon they will be going on walks with me.

The other nice thing about you getting a kitty is this: indoor cats can live up to around 18 years easy. You don't say how old you are, but when you do decide to move out, your kitty may still be around, and it's much easier to then introduce a puppy to your cat, than a kitten to a puppy.

The last thing that I suggest is that you make sure that your kitten is at least 3 months old when you get it. This is the perfect age because they are not sooo dependent on their mom, they will adjust to your house really quickly and they are still young enough to be "cute"!

Answer 4

I have had many different breeds of cats over the years. They each had something to offer. If you are looking for a sweet and loving kitten that will turn into a sweet and loving cat then get a male Persian. Siamese are very loving but I would not call them sweet. I have had both male and female Siamese and they are always loving. Calico's are very independent and demanding. Russian Blues have solid personalities and make great companions. Maine Coons are the most like dogs. The Maine Coon, we had, thought he was a dog and acted like one in every way except he meowed instead of barked. Tabbies are what I call "good joes" in that they are easy going.

Right now we have a Tuxedo female cat, a female Siamese kitten and a male Persian kitten. The grown cat hates my husband, is scared of my son, tries to whip on the dogs, loves the kittens, and tolerates me. The Siamese is more of a loner and will often keep to herself. The Persian is a charm, we call him the little snuff-snuff. He likes to be carried around, on his back, in the curve of your arm. He is very quiet unless he is hungry then he has a very lengthy conversation with you.

Answer 5

If the only reason why you want a cat is because they are supposed to be sweet and loving then you are not ready to have a pet. I have three cats, one who comes to bed with me every night and rests his head on my pillow (he's so cute!), one who sometimes wants to cuddle me and sometimes doesn't and one who whacks my ankles every time I walk past (he was a rescue cat and wasn't given much love so the way they are treated does affect them. He does show me affection fairly often though but he's just wary). I always show them plenty of love whether they're in a sweet mood or not but in my experience (I've had many cats over the years) it's the way they are treated - not the breed - that determines their character. I think you're in love with the idea of having a kitten because they are cute and cuddly and I know this is a cliche - but they grow up very fast, they need loads of looking after and vet's aren't cheap! Plus they need stimulation, toilet training and most of all loads of love. If the kitten you choose turns out to be more aloof than you had hoped, are you going to turn your back on it? Please think wisely but I'm sure you are a caring girl and if you do decide to get a kitten, just take good care of it. Cats make excellent pets but you need to allow them their independence. If you love them, they love you back.

Answer 6

I had a ginger tabby and a tuxedo cat. After they were neutered they became the SWEETEST things, not that they weren't before, but they did have a bit of a wild side. Something about neutering makes them very mellow and sweet natured. Don't worry about getting a pure bred, the prettiest ones are mixes. With my two cats, the ginger tabby was the lovey-dovey one, always playing and rubbing on me. The tuxedo was a "talker" going around meowing at me as though he had a big speech prepared! One thing for sure: If they cat is to be indoors, keep that litter box clean!!

Answer 7

If your mum is allergic to dogs it might be the guard hairs and the same will happen with a cat - there are two breeds that are without guard hairs the Cornish/Devon Rex and the Sphynx. I know of people with astma that is brought on by ordinary cats but can deal with the Rex's and Sphynx's with no problems

Answer 8

I have a kitten that needs a good home!!! My cats just had kittens 8 weeks ago, they are great but driving me mad, you said they don't come to you these do, everytime they hear my voice they dive over and start to climb up my leg right up to my shoulder, then stay there while i walk around, thats really cute but when there are 5 of them trying to get on your shoulder its a bit much! They aren't a breed, but I also have a persian who only comes to you if she feels like it! So yeh i would say your best with no breed.

Answer 9

Make sure you socialise with it when you get it, that is the only way to get a firendly, sweet cat. I would disagree totally that cats do nothing, they do come to you and can be a lot of fun. You would be better starting with a smaller animal such as a hamster or a rabbit as cats need a lot of looking after, nearly as much as dogs and maybe you're not ready for the responsibility.

Answer 10

Most cats are sweet and loving especially if you have raised them from the time that they are kittens. Pure breeds are more likely to be temperamental than the mutt cats. Cats are easier to take care of than dogs. They are independent and they are very entertaining to watch

Answer 11

Go to your local Humane Society or other animal shelter, and look for a kitten that is playful. The kitten we chose was the only one who was playing in his cage, and five years later, he's still playing. He loves everyone and is even best buddy with our dog. Besides, adopted animals seem to be very grateful and appreciative to have a good and stable home.

As far as breed, Siamese are intelligent and social, but can be loud and talkative. Our adopted kitty is 1/2 Siamese, but thankfully only purrs loudly.