What would be a good natured short haired cat for a six year old?

Answer 1

There's a cute pink one at WalMart. lol Take her a rescue center and have her adopt one, she may have a better appreciation if she understands the responsibility of an animal and what happens to them when people get tired of them.

Answer 2

Siamese.
I have two Siamese cats, both 6 years old, and they are considered to be the friendliest breed of cats.
I also recommend a male, since they are generally nicer than females, no matter what breed.
You may also want to consider declawing the cat's front paws, though it's probably not necessary to declaw all four, as long as you clip the back paws regularly (about once a month).
I have never had any problems with these cats, and the only time that one of them bit a person was when we tried to give him a bath. Since I doubt that a six-year-old will be washing the cat, I think that a Siamese would be perfect.

Answer 3

Just go to the ASPCA, or the local pound, whatever is around, and get a cat there. The best thing to do is to let the child pick out the cat. Let your child see what cats are there and see which cat seems to meld with the child. You certainly don't need to get a pedigree cat, just go for the domestic short hair, save the life of a cat at the pound.

Answer 4

The best place to look is at a shelter or humane society. Look for a cat that has successfully lived in a household with kids before or generally has a calm easygoing personality. The shelters are full of great cats, no need to go any further or spend more. Find ones close to you on www.petfinder.com.

Answer 5

Any ol' "Tom Cat" "Alley cat" will do sweet pea.

A neutered/spayed/vaccinated cat that is friendly/does not bite/hiss/claw when picked up/touched on the body/belly/patient/likes to sleep with owner/sit on lap(not a requirement though, they seem to rare),playfull,likes to give kisses(also not a requirement but kids LOVE rough kitty kisses as do adults),the age should be 12 weeks+ ,a little kitten is not "tough" enough for most 6 year olds (girls or boys),

Supervise at first and teach the kiddo how to pick up, play, pet, the new kitty.
Teach the kiddo when to leave kitty alone (sleeping,eating time,sick,ect.)
How to do simple "kitty chores" include him/her in feeding, watering, brushing, cleaning the litter box, ect.

Go to local pounds, Humane Society, ASPCA, Fliers in supermarkets,etc...


Good Luck and may you and your 6 year old enjoy years of MEOW~~~~~MEOW~~~~MEOW~~~~MEOW~~~~MEOW

Answer 6

I would recommend first checking the local animal shelters. Usually you can find what you are looking for there(I did!). I've had purebred cats that were devils and 'muts' that are darlings, so don't be affraid to look at the homeless cats that may not have pedigrees!

Answer 7

any cat but a good ole tabby would be good,they have wonderful cats at the pound and there only crime was the person couldn't have pets at their new house or was just abused,,,they are good cats that should be given a chance to have a happy safe household....LOL

Answer 8

almost any cat would do, but you would want to take the child to check out different cats and see how he/she handles the cat and how the cat reacts. i got my cat when she was 3 months old, and she's a big baby. anyone can handle her and she doesn't care. just see what cat works with your child.

Answer 9

Get a kitten...most kittens are good natured..and they will play as well as run to keep from getting hurt.You will have to watch 6 yr old to make sure he/she learns the proper way to play and treat kitten.

Answer 10

Adopt one from your local shelter :) They can help you decide which one is best for you and your family.