It can be a difficult decision to choose between a cat and a dog as a pet. They are both fluffy and cuddly, yet they are two very different creatures. Cats have adorable traits like the way they take care of themselves, how they manage to stay clean, and their cute antics that make them wonderful family pets.
Cats don’t take up much space
People who have a golden retriever or even a small dog as a pet are familiar with the amount of space they take up on the bed. No matter what their size, they love to stretch out in each other’s personal space, the room where they play and exercise, and their belongings (like the dog’s bed or toys), so they must have a spacious place to be happy. and healthy.
On the other hand, cats do not need a lot of space to survive. It should be enough to accommodate her essentials, such as litter boxes (one box for each cat and one extra), plus food and water dishes, all of which will ensure your kitty’s happiness.
It is more affordable to have a cat.
Over their lifetime, caring for cats is less expensive than for dogs. There are some breeds of cats that are quite expensive, but when it comes to adoption fees, kittens and cats are much more affordable than puppies or dogs, especially during kitten season or when there are a lot of kittens at the shelter. There are shelters that waive their fees or offer two kittens for the price of one.
There are many expenses to consider when owning a pet, including supplies, sitters, and more. Since dogs tend to damage their toys, the materials they are made of need to be stronger (which are much more expensive) or replaced from time to time. Cat toys are comparatively cheap when bought in stores, but cheaper (as well as easy) to DIY.
Dogs need a lot of exercise, as this is crucial for their health; however, walking the dog two or three times a day can be difficult when the owner has a full-time job. On average a dog walker costs $15-$20 for a 20 minute walk and now that I think about it, the costs can add up immediately. By contrast, cats are easily content to nap, rest, and play, even when home alone while their human parent is at work. Two kittens alone are even better as they will never get bored.
Cats are easily contained when they are indoors.
To stay happy and healthy, dogs need plenty of exercise, long walks, and plenty of time outdoors. It is almost impossible for them to live solely indoors. However, this can be challenging when dog owners have limited mobility, do not have a yard, or their home is not accessible to parks.
Cats are much safer indoors and are easier to contain when they lie by a window or snuggle up on the sunny side of the sofa. The window only needs to be opened a little for fresh air (but not too much for the cat to run away). This will allow the cats to be very happy while watching birds and insects throughout the day.