my mom won't let me get a kitty!?

Question

can you guys give me ten good reasons why she should let me get a kitten from the shelter.?

Answer 1

I suggest you talk your mom into getting an adult cat rather then a kitten because although kittens are super cute they grow up eventually too and become a full grown cat. The older cats have a harder time getting adopted. If no one adopts the older cat after a long time they will put that cat to sleep.

1. What you see is what you get.
When you adopt an adult cat, you know what you are getting. Sure, kittens are cute, but you never know what the future holds. An adorable kitten could grow up to be a really ugly puss. This is a big risk. Go for the sure thing. Take a sweet-faced old Tabby.

2. High mileage cats still run great.
Used cats aren't like used cars. They aren't at a shelter because they are defective or worn out. They may have simply outlived their former owners or been unable to join them at a hospital, nursing home, or new apartment. Some cats get lost and end up at a shelter. And many are brought to a shelter after a family member develops allergies, or an aversion to the family cat. (In those cases, it is the previous owner that is defective, not the cat).

Peyshoe, a gorgeous 7 year old 3. Adult cats aren't as "chewsy".
Kittens are like human children: everything goes in their mouths. Whether teething or just exploring bits of the world around them, kittens can be very destructive little bundles of fur. Kittens chew on shoes, the corners of books, ear lobes, carpet tassels, electrical cords, drapery strings, plants, and much, much more. Adult cats typically chew less, if at all. They tend to save their energy for more important activities, like tormenting the neighbor's Terrier.

4. Kittens stumble in blindly, where adult cats fear to tread.
Two well known clichés about cats are: "curiosity killed the cat" and "cats have nine lives." And curiosity usually leads to the loss of about 8 of a kitten's lives in its first year. Kittens tend to get into much more trouble resulting in accidents and injuries (see, for example, the reference to "chewing electrical cords" above). Kittens eat things they shouldn't, fall from high places, unsuccessfully attempt to make friends with the neighbor's tormented Terrier, and generally worry you half to death.

5. Kittens are lacking when it comes to licking.
Few kittens have mastered the fine art of self-grooming. While adult cats may spend up to half their waking hours licking fur, kittens are just too busy enjoying life to clean themselves properly. When you consider that kittens are really just dust-mops with legs, and that they generally display marginal litter box etiquette, you might want to master the somewhat dangerous art of cat-bathing.

6. Einstein knew the truth about cats.
The genius scientist Albert Einstein discovered an important relationship between mass and energy. He described it using the mathematical equation E=(MC)2. This equation means that your Energy level (E), is proportional to the Mass (M) of your Cat (C), twice over. The equation basically shows that if you adopt a cat with more Mass, like an adult cat, your Energy level will be much higher than if you adopt a cat with a low Mass, such as a kitten. This is true because adult cats sleep more, play less, require less supervision, break fewer lamps, and don't try to bite your toes through the blankets in the middle of the night. With an adult cat, you will sleep better, relax more, make fewer claims on your homeowner's policy, and enjoy more Energy. There you have it. Are you going to argue with Albert Einstein?

7. Kittens and children don't mix.
Children can be rough on both cats and kittens, even when they mean no real harm. It can't be helped. It's just how kids are. When you tell a child that "cats always land on their feet," the first thing the child will do is drop one from your rooftop to see if it's true. Adult cats are better equipped to deal with pesky kids. They can generally escape from them, hide, and then contemplate revenge by moonlight.

8. You don't need to teach an old cat new tricks.
I already know all the tricksActually, you don't need to teach a kitten tricks either, because the truth is that neither cats nor kittens allow you to teach them anything anyway. But new parents usually feel the need to try. Inevitably, they end up feeling guilt or failure when the kitten disregards them, jumps on the counters, unrolls the toilet paper, and engages in other acts of feline mayhem. If you adopt an older cat, you avoid all this emotional turmoil. Since you didn't raise the cat, you don't have to take responsibility for the cat's shortcomings. Instead, you can blame the former owner and play the role of victim and saint for tolerating it all.

9. Adult cats don't "litter" as much.
Kittens play, sunbathe, build sandcastles, and even sleep in their litter boxes. And then there's a game called "poo-hockey," where a piece of dried waste is removed from the box and batted around the floor until it disappears under a major appliance or piece of furniture. People who adopt older cats happily miss this stage of feline development. Adult cats understand the purpose of a litter box and will usually cooperate with your efforts to keep theirs tidy.

But the most important reason to adopt an older cat is:

10. It might be their last chance.
I'm Abbie and my guardian died and I desperately want to share a home with another loving human.Many adult cats end up in shelters due to no fault of their own. Separated from their loved ones, surrounded by other strange cats, confined, confused, and sometimes frightened, many are emotionally devastated by their misfortune. Sadly for adult cats, most people who adopt, gravitate toward the adorable, bouncy, big-eyed kittens. Older cats sit by and watch, as one loving family after another passes them over for a cute kitten from this season's litter. Kittens will always be popular, and most have no trouble attracting admirers. But for the abandoned, forgotten, and heartbroken adult cats, you just might be their last chance to have the love and warmth of a home where they can live out their years in comfort.

Please consider adopting an older cat. When cared for properly, cats can live well into their late teens, and sometimes early twenties. Typically, they will remain active and playful throughout most of their lives. Some may need a little extra patience while adjusting to a new home, but once they feel safe and secure again, most will give you years of faithful companionship and unconditional love.

Answer 2

1. You will be saving a life as they don't have more than a week to get adopted otherwise they get put down.

2. Studies have shown that people with pets are generally happier.

3. A cat will amke sure that your home or garden is mice free.

4. A cat teaches children responsibilty.

5. A cat cleans itself unlike a dod that you have to give a bath, a caged animal where you have to clean the cage or a fish where you have to clean the fish tank.

6. A cat also will natural know to go to the toilet in dirt and bury it or will use a kitty litter inside unlike a dog where you need to scoop it up, a caged animal that will go in the cage.

7. A cat only needs an occassional pat so you can spend little time or a lot of time with it.

8. A cat can live for many years.

9. Once a cat is trained (by feeding it in your backyard) they will always now where their home is. You don't need a high fence or a cage.

10. No one can help but fall in love with a cat once it is in your home, even people who are not cat people!!! Trust me on that one!!!!

Answer 3

1. If you live in a place that allows you to own a cat or kitten.
2. If you are a responsible person and will take care of it.
3. If you can afford the food to feed it.
4. If you can afford to take it to the Vet when it needs to go.
5. It will save the life of a little kitten.
6. If you have had animals prior to the one you want now and took care of it.
7. If you help your mom and don't argue with her when she asks you to do things around the house.
8. If you are getting good grades in School.
9. If you are generally behaving your self.
10. If you promise to take care of it and you actually do.

Answer 4

Maybe she thinks your not responsible enough yet.
They need regular vet care. Vaccines are very important especially so they can't get Feline Leukemia.Litter boxes that have to be cleaned out several times a day.Making sure they have food and water. A scratching post to keep them from clawing up the furniture. I think it's great that you want to give a shelter cat a 2nd chance at life, that's awesome!
Show her you are a responsible person by doing things she asks you to do. Like chores, keeping your room clean, getting good grades in school. Then bring it to her attention of how responsible you have been and you think you deserve to get a cat. Good Luck =)

Answer 5

1. You are a responible person
2. You want to help animals as much as you can
3. You will pay for the kitten
4. Cats are good freinds
5. Cats are not messy animals
6. Cats are adorable!
7. They would never hurt you
8. It is something that can change your life in a good way
9. You know a lot about cats
10. Say to your mom what is bad in a cat they are the best!

Answer 6

1. Because cats are great animals they are very playful and are just so adorable.
2. They are friendly animals and are great for people of all ages.
3. CUTE
4. hard work but worth every second of it
5. They are great friends especially if you are an only child.
6. they loved to be played with
7. I guarantee after 2 days with it you will be attached and love it as if it were apart of the family.
8. FUN to have
9. once again cute
10. trust my advice i have three cats that i have raised since new borns!

Answer 7

Haha. Of course. First of all. A good tool is Cat Vs. Dog. That responsibility stuff is all bull.

First off. Cats are incredibly easy to train. I have eight cats and not one of them have ever messed in our house. The first day you have her. Keep her in your area where the litter box is and on occasion kneel down and dig with her paws. She'll catch on quickly.

2. Cats are quite. Dogs will bark and howl but cats make no noise except the occasional call to one another or a purr, which I hope you can deal with ;)

3. Cats are easy. Cats require no attention. Of course you will give her attention because you want her not only for a decoration. If you have to go to school, your cat will be content on sleeping on your bed until you are home.

4. Unlike dogs, cats don't chew. And even though there are rumors, cats do not ruin furniture. A puppy will chew a couch to bits. A cat will sharpen her claws on the carpet and then she is content. If she claws your furniture and that bothers you, there are simple sprays and devices that will stop her.

5. Their easy to maintain.. You have to bath a dog almost once a day if he's a messy dog. You will never have to bath your cat. He's got a scrub brush built in that suits him fine.

6. Mice. That's a duh. I have seven cats and even if he's not a mouser, the scent of him will keep mice out of your house, garage, possibly even yard. My cats catch mice and snakes in our yard. A few of mine even catch spiders and flies.

7. Cat's are relatively healthy animals. A cat won't eat or drink anything that will make him unhealthy. A dog might eat something spoiled but a cat is too self-conscience.

8. Size matters. The biggest a cat gets is about a foot tall.

9. Smell. Cats don't smell. Dog's couldn't give a rip but if a cat smells unpleasant to you, it will to itself also. It will lick the smell away before it reaches your nose. And if you're only getting one cat than the litter box is nothing to worry about. Clean it out once a day (easy as pie) and it won't smell. If it does however (realize I have seven cats so mine stinks more than your will) it can be easily solved with a box of Arm and Hammer Litter Deodorizer. It's about 2.50 a box and will last as long as the litter does. It literally cleans up the smell in seconds.

10. Unlike dogs, cats don't "run away". If she's gone for a night, she's fine. She's doing fine and there's nothing to worry about. If she slips over your fence, SHE'LL BE BACK!

I hope this helps. Good luck with your new cat!

Answer 8

1. kittens are lovely pets and very cute, there so cuddly.
2.kittens are easy to take care of and there not much trouble around the house.
3. kittens are another friend to you especially if you're an only child.
4. kittens are sweet and they love to purr
5.kittens are friendly and love to cuddled by their owner.
6. kittens are really fun to take care of especially when milking them
7. kittens are tidy because of their litter box
8. kittens are funny and helpful
9. kittens r a part of the family
10. last of all kittens are most patient

Answer 9

I don't know if i can give you ten. But i will do my best.
1) very independent (doesn't need SO much attention)
2) potty in the litter box, not in your room!
mm...i ran out of things to say! sorry i am dog owner but check out this website got great information on cats!

http://videoforcats.com/newcat.htm

Answer 10

Instead of trying to convince your mother with flashy lists, maybe you should sit down with her and ask her in a serious, mature (not whiny) manner what her reasons are for not letting you get a cat. I'm sure they are good reasons.

Answer 11

1. Will teach you responsibility
2. It will teach you that there are less fortunate out there..human and animal
3. You'll have a friend when you've had a bad day
4. Cats are clean, unlike dogs.

That's all I came up with