if u get a cat get a girl. the boys smell after 5 month's.
go to a pet superstore they will have kittens for sale on the notice board for around £40.
My cat has kittens now but it is a while before they can leave her!
good luck Damn mice!
2006-10-18 05:01:24
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answered by ? 2
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If you know of any animal sanctuarys around, try these first. Many are over filled with cats and kittens needing new homes. You could probably get a kitten for free from here or for a very small fee/donation which will usulaly go toward the up keep of the sanctuary and animals there.
But remember that if you are getting a kitten, they do not come cheap. Think about vet bills, worming, injections, flea treatment, food etc. It does take up a lot of money but don't let that put you off. Getting a kitten was the best thing I ever did. They can make very loving pets!! They are independant and easy to care for.
If you are after a cat to catch mice, you are probably better off getting an older cat. Again, try animal sanctuarys first. However, if you are just after one cause you saw a mouse in your room, maybe try getting a mouse trap instead. They don't cost much and would work out a lot cheaper than a cat.
2006-10-18 04:53:25
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answered by Amy_Lou 3
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This is not a good reason for getting a kitten. Kittens are a big responsibility for at least 14 to 16 years, if not more as adult cats can live over 20 years. They can be expensive as they require feeding twice a day, accessories to look after them, not to mention the cost of vaccinations, wormers, flea treatment and other unexpected veterinary expenses. They will also tie you down as they need regular attention and the possibility of having to stay in an expensive cattery if you go away. It is also difficult if you want to move house, as many landlords don't like pets if you rent. They will also need a certain amount of space to wander around in, and not locked in one room. This can lead to problems as a litter tray will be necessary, which can smell if not kept clean and if left dirty could lead to the cat using areas of the house as a toilet!
Get an inexpensive mouse trap - or electronic deterrent, if you want a more humane way of dealing with mice. Any animal rescue centre would be wary of letting you have a cat, just as a mouse deterrent.
Before you decide on any animal, think about the consequences - they are living creatures that need respect and commitment.
2006-10-18 07:11:54
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answered by debzc 5
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There's no point in getting a kitten to get rid of a mouse that's there now, by the time the kitten has grown up enough to catch the mouse it might have gone !!!.
You need to think about whether you really want a cat or not before taking one on. Remember that it won't be a playful kitten for that long. Once it's fully grown, all it'll do is eat, sleep and ignore you unless it wants feeding. Then if you get fed up with it and throw it out, that's really cruel.
2006-10-18 04:41:39
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answered by Anonymous
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Katrina S - great website about cats - I really enjoyed looking at it myself!
Before anyone gets a cat they should know whether they actually like them/are allergic to them.
Cats make great pets (and keep away the mice!) but as someone else said, they aren't just fluffy toys, you have to want them for them, not just as a mouse-catcher. Otherwise get a mousetrap!
We got a kitten from animal rescue recently, he was vaccinated, wormed etc., and gorgeous. Of course, they do expect that you will give a donation to the organisation as it is mostly voluntary.
2006-10-18 07:47:09
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answered by Rose 5
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My inclination is that if you're simply getting a cat for mousing purposes, and if you're concerned about the cost, it's not a good idea to get one. Not all cats are mousers - and mouse traps are much cheaper. In addition, if you're not financially ready for a commitment like a new pet, you're doing a dis-service to the animal. If your cat were to get sick or need some care, you wouldn't be able to afford it, and your cat would deserve better. Cats need vaccines, quality food, litter pans and frequently changed litter, spay or neutering, dental cleanings to maintian overall health... it's a HUGE investment. I really must encourage you to investigate other methods of extermination. If you're looking for companionship via a pet, catch the mouse and put it in a cage. Bada-bing, bada-boom, no mouse running around and an instant pet.
2006-10-18 05:36:49
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answered by sjlawson12 3
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call the RSPCA or your local animal shelter.
cats, unlike dogs, are pretty much the same unless you want some odd breed.
A moggy is a moggy.
They're not all good mousers though. We have a tiny little thing that kills everything that moves including pigeons but the big angry one never kills a thing. That's just luck.
Cats from litters usually go at about £20-25 but you should be able to get them dead cheap in the spring when a lot of litters are born.
Most important - don't spoil it. Dried, cheap food and lots of water is fine. Throw 'em out at night (or lock in the kitchen to get that mouse) and let the in in the morning.
Have fun.
2006-10-18 04:41:35
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answered by Rick 3
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A cat is a living creature, not a whim or a cuddly toy. You may find a cheap kitten, but what about the bills for worming, vaccination and neutering? Oh, and of course you will have to take responsibility for your pet for it's whole life which may be more than 15 years. Go buy a mousetrap.
2006-10-18 04:34:11
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answered by stienbabe 4
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Jeez my husband and that i've got been given a sprint aggravated and grossed out while our youngster threw up on the carpet, yet we never had him "positioned down" for it. No distinction for a cat. If he's ill, take him to the document! Many cats stay previous 2 an prolonged time. 12 is slightly youthful to get killed over as a results of fact your dad does not like the puke spots. $25 is how plenty it may value your cat to get killed at animal administration (places variety). At my vet, it in ordinary terms value $seventy 5 for a ill bypass to and meds. Weigh your ideas carefully. keep in mind, the vet can furnish a value plan in case you may no longer cope with to pay for the full quantity at one time. EDIT: It feels like your cat is an indoors/outdoors cat. They stay approximately fifteen years. A cat who's completely indoors can stay 5 years older, and an completely outdoors cat oftentimes lives now no longer than ten years (oftentimes 8 or 9). despite if, there is not any set form for a fashion long a cat will stay. i understand for fact that the extra your cat spends outdoors, the shorter the lifespan.
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answered by kluesner 4
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the best place to get a cat or any pet is at a pound. DO NOT BUY A CAT FROM THE PET STORE. the cats at the pet store all have good chances of finding a home but the cats in the pound will be put down if nobody comes and gets them.
2006-10-18 05:46:46
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answered by ~*Jackie*~ 2
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