Top 9 Mistakes by New Cat Owners

Adopting kitty is a huge step, so before you rush to purchase, research the needs of your new family member; you'll be rewarded in a very rich companionship.

While we know that cats are low maintenance, this doesn't mean that they're completely without needs. Here are some of the issues you'll want to address when considering Fluffy for adoption:

• Adopting in Haste
• Failure to Spay or Neuter a New Cat
• Neglecting Needed Veterinary Treatment
• False Economy in Cat Food Choices
• Declawing Without All the Facts
• Allowing a Cat to Roam Free Outdoors
• Neglecting Litter Box Maintenance
• Considering a Cat Property
• Not Allowing a Cat to Be a Cat

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