Adopt a Cat
Getting a cat can liven up spirits in your home but where do you start? If you are not sure where to shop for one, visiting a local animal shelter will do you good. Below are seven good reasons to consider adopting from your local shelter.
1. Adopting a cat saves you money
Statistics show that you are likely to find more than 3 million cats in animal shelters and from this figure, about 800,000 are euthanized yearly. When you adopt a cat from a shelter, you create space for rescue centers to save another cat.
2. Adopting a cat makes financial sense
For a moderately low fee, you can get a feline companion that is microchipped, neutered or spayed and has received all vaccines. Many rescues and shelters may include extras like pet insurance, a can of food or a cat collar.
3. Shelter caretakers know the adopted cat’s personality
Volunteers and caretakers interact with cats every day and these people know their personalities. For instance, if you are looking for an adult cat, these people will help you find a decent companion with the right personality that best suits your liking.
4. Adopting a cat has a positive effect on your mental health
Research shows that owning a cat or adopting any pet from a shelter can help you cope better with loneliness, depression, stress and anxiety. Adopting a cat generally improves your overall well-being.
5. Getting a cat will do well for your heart!
Recent studies now show that having a cat can help reduce the risk of getting a stroke or cardiovascular diseases. Since stroke is the leading cause of preventable deaths in both men and women, adopting a cat is an excellent thing to do.
6. Cats can help alleviate your child’s resistance to allergies
According to research, an infant enjoys reduced sensitization to the common allergens that cats produce. Having a cat at home can help reduce your child’s likelihood of getting allergies.
7. You have a wide range of options
You will different types of cats at the shelter, from seniors to kittens, long-haired to short-haired, all colors and sizes. However, if you want an exotic breed, you can research online for cat-specific shelters to find a new friend.
Conclusion
In case you have any concerns or questions, you need to visit your veterinarian as they are the best resource for the continued health of your pet
References
http://www.pethealthnetwork.com/news-blogs/a-vets-life/10-great-reasons-adopt-a-cat-a-shelter
https://www.care2.com/causes/10-reasons-to-adopt-a-shelter-cat.html
https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/top-reasons-adopt-pet
