Retired show cats make great companions for senior people of families with young children.
Show cats fulfill certain breeder requirements, but they need to retire at some point. If you are looking to adopt a pedigreed cat, you may consider getting a retired show cat. The advantage of getting older cats is that they are trained and know take care of themselves. Kittens have a lot of energy to spend, while older cats are calmer and take longer naps. So, having an older cat is ideal if you don't have time or energy for a young feline or if you have babies or toddlers.
Instructions
1. Find a breeder or shelter that gives show cats for adoption.
2. Inquire about the health and special requirements of the cat you consider adopting.
3. Adopt the cat. The adoption procedure may vary from shelter to shelter, but you may need to prove that you have the financial means to keep the cat and have a welcoming home for a pet.
4. Take the cat to a veterinarian. Show cats should have all their vaccinations and boosters, so this is not an aspect you need to worry about. However, the veterinarian should look for any possible diseases or parasites in your pet, especially if it has been in a shelter. If the cat is not neutered, the veterinarian schedules an appointment for neutering.
5. Create a safe room for your newly adopted pet. Place food bowls, a litter box and a bed in this room, and allow your cat to adapt and choose when to check out the other rooms in your home as well.
6. Introduce the newly adopted cat to the members of your family gradually. If you have other pets, introduce the cat to other felines in your home first and to dogs afterward.
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