The domestic shorthaired variety includes the tabby and the calico. Cats are very playful and like some attention, but are generally much more independent than dogs. They are perfectly content staying in the house and generally have little reason to ever go outdoors. These characteristics make them an ideal pet for someone who doesn t have a lot of time to devote to an animal or lives in a city or small apartment. The following are several items you ll need to purchase if you plan to own a cat.
Cats love to play with toys, especially fuzzy ones that move.
Be sure your cat has a collar complete with an i.d. tag in case your pet gets lost. It is very important to keep your animal up to date on all their shots and attach any necessary tags to their collar, like those dispensed for rabies vaccinations. Elastic collars are preferable to tight collars as they can help prevent your pet from harming itself if it gets stuck when climbing a tree or jumping around your furniture. These flexible collars are designed to fall off instead of choking your animal. Some cat owners even take their cats for walks.