Some costs that must be budgeted for include veterinary care, food, toys, litter, and bedding. A cat depends on you for its health and well-being, and will need yearly shots, tests, and examinations. Most cat lovers and vets say two cats are better than one. Having only one cat may allow it to get bored or lonely. With two cats, they can keep each other company and out of trouble.
Most professionals agree that both spayed females and neutered males make equally good companions.
If the cat has been spayed or neutered, neither male or female is more calm, affectionate, or intelligent than the other. One point to consider is that unaltered females will usually call out when they are in heat, which is a very annoying loud howling type sound that can drive you and your neighbors crazy. Unaltered males will usually spray a bad smelling urine on wall, furniture and floors. They will also fight more often if allowed out of your house. If you are thinking about if you should get a kitten or adult cat, here are a couple of points to consider.