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Catster Poll Results
How many cats do you think is too many for one household?
| 2 (2.21%) |
| 4 (14.25%) |
| 6 (28.73%) |
| No such thing as too many (35.91%) |
| Other (Leave a comment) (18.90%) |
Results based upon 905 poll voters
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One before "crazy cat lady" would be where to call it quits.
One before "crazy cat lady" would be where to call it quits.
Where like chip, you just can't stop at just one! MOL
i have 5 black short hairs and 1 calicle and i wouldnt trade them for the world, ok maybe i would trade my kids in for more cats but my cats, no way lol
It all depends on the house and person. Four fits mama just fine (though three does work better) because of limited space for the litter boxes. For someone with a large house and time and the money, it's as many cats as you can take care of. So long as food, water and litter are available and the vet costs can be covered, it's all good!! We know some with over 10 and they do fine with it!
so long as you can afford to feed the cats you have and get proper vet cre, and you have the time to keep food and litter clean, then you are fine. once the $ starts running dry and/or you find yourself neglecting the litter box because you 'don't have the time', then you have too many. each house is different.
It's only "too many" when you have more than you can care for properly. How many that is, depends on the person.
I'm happy with only me in the apartment. Mama would like two cats, but the management says "only one."
The other kitties' comments about feeding, litter care and vet care on good ones.
The other kitties' comments about feeding, litter care and vet care on good ones.
It depends on how many cats you can afford to feed and provide proper medical care for. And, the size of your home should be taken into consideration.
It depends on three things: Time, space, and money.
We agree, it depends on what you can care for. Food, litter, time and vet care. Foster Mom has 10 but that is because her daughter moved in with her pets. 10 is a tad too many for us. 6 was just fine. Foster Mom added her daughters 4 and all pee broke loose. We are working on it.
I really depends on the house hold. What size the property is and how much time and money you have to give to them.
I you have an extreamly large home with lots of property and can afford 100 cats as far as food and medical expenses are concerned and they are all healthy and happy and you have the time to dedicate to thier care then why not have 100.
However in general most pepole would say that going into the double diggets is hard to manage.
My self I find it hard at three.
I you have an extreamly large home with lots of property and can afford 100 cats as far as food and medical expenses are concerned and they are all healthy and happy and you have the time to dedicate to thier care then why not have 100.
However in general most pepole would say that going into the double diggets is hard to manage.
My self I find it hard at three.
it depends on:
- the size of your house
- your time and financial resources (health care can get expensive and time-consuming)
- the personalities of the cats (some just need more space than others)
- age differences among cats (older cats might get picked on by young ones, or need special diets, and need to be seperated)
- the size of your house
- your time and financial resources (health care can get expensive and time-consuming)
- the personalities of the cats (some just need more space than others)
- age differences among cats (older cats might get picked on by young ones, or need special diets, and need to be seperated)
One before "crazy cat lady" would be where to call it quits.
Just ONE me!!! That's all she can house and afford and that's OK by me beacuse I'm the KING!!!!!!!
It totally depends on the situation. There needs to be enough time and attention for multiple cats (feeding, litter box, play and cuddle time). Oviously one person can only provide so much care, especially if they work outside of the home. It also depends on space. If someone lives in a small apartment, they obviously should keep the numbers down to something manageable. If the cats are not being well taken care of, or if the home is not clean due to the number of cats and lack of care, there are too many there!
Sorry to get on my soapbox here, but in a country with so many homeless cats that each household needs to adopt 9.5 cats to give everyone a home, trying to define "too many" is not only impossible, but potentially harmful to all those homeless cats. It so depends on the individual person, their financial, temporal, spacial and emotional capabilities... if someone wants to home multiple cats and they are able to do it without compromising anyone's health or care, they should be encouraged, not scorned.
Municipalities, in their well-intentioned but ignorant attempt to create humane ordinances to curb issues with the animal population, have been placing these limits on the number of animals, effectively preventing those who do the most to save the homeless animals from doing exactly that as well as forcing those who exceed it to surrender animals, thus increasing the need for homes and decreasing the availability of such. Hoarders/collectors will not stop their compulsion simply because an ordinance has been passed... so only those who are the most fit for multiple animal households are the ones to abide by the law. (We see these problems in Albuquerque with the HEART ordinance all the time, as an example).
Personally, I think there should be a permitting process with inspections for multi-cat, rescue households and if they pass, they get tax breaks and free tuna... ;)
In solidarity, CCLs of the world!!!!
Ali
Municipalities, in their well-intentioned but ignorant attempt to create humane ordinances to curb issues with the animal population, have been placing these limits on the number of animals, effectively preventing those who do the most to save the homeless animals from doing exactly that as well as forcing those who exceed it to surrender animals, thus increasing the need for homes and decreasing the availability of such. Hoarders/collectors will not stop their compulsion simply because an ordinance has been passed... so only those who are the most fit for multiple animal households are the ones to abide by the law. (We see these problems in Albuquerque with the HEART ordinance all the time, as an example).
Personally, I think there should be a permitting process with inspections for multi-cat, rescue households and if they pass, they get tax breaks and free tuna... ;)
In solidarity, CCLs of the world!!!!
Ali
I have 4 Cats, (down from 5, as one recently went to the Rainbow Bridge) and like almost every CCL & CCM up there, I agree that its very "dependent" upon each home's "circumstances", and finances, etc.
I live in a small, one-bedroom trailer, and because of personality conflicts among my 4, I have been "forced" to keep them separated, 2/2, and have worked out a "Program" that "works" for my household. I do not "like" having to do this, but have more or less, been "forced" to work this "way" for the past 5 yrs. (I have 4 litterboxes, throughout the trailer.)
During the days, my declawed Himmie and a DSH share the living room & bathroom area, and the other 2 stay in my bedroom. In the evenings, the Himmie & DSH go into the bathroom, and the other 2 get the run of the trailer. (I have to keep the 2 in the bathroom, as the Himmie will Pee on my bed, so its a matter of
"Necessity", not a choice I prefer. (I have tried the plastic sheets, and tried totally covering the bed, in plastic, bit she manages to figure out a way to wet the bed, anyway! I have seen her crawl under the plastic, to pee on the bed!)
All 4 Cats are pretty much "programmed" to the routine, after 5 yrs of doing this. (But sometimes, I know they would rather stay out of confinement, just by their "attitudes"...)
My lifetime dream, would be to be able to someday be financially "stable" enough, to have a small "Rescue" shelter, for homeless Kitties, (limiting the number to my "ability" to care for them, and providing in my will, a secure "future" for them.)
I have a good Friend who does this, and she is my "HERO", (I have even nominated her to be Animal Planet's "Hero of the Year" 2 yrs running!)
I live in a small, one-bedroom trailer, and because of personality conflicts among my 4, I have been "forced" to keep them separated, 2/2, and have worked out a "Program" that "works" for my household. I do not "like" having to do this, but have more or less, been "forced" to work this "way" for the past 5 yrs. (I have 4 litterboxes, throughout the trailer.)
During the days, my declawed Himmie and a DSH share the living room & bathroom area, and the other 2 stay in my bedroom. In the evenings, the Himmie & DSH go into the bathroom, and the other 2 get the run of the trailer. (I have to keep the 2 in the bathroom, as the Himmie will Pee on my bed, so its a matter of
"Necessity", not a choice I prefer. (I have tried the plastic sheets, and tried totally covering the bed, in plastic, bit she manages to figure out a way to wet the bed, anyway! I have seen her crawl under the plastic, to pee on the bed!)
All 4 Cats are pretty much "programmed" to the routine, after 5 yrs of doing this. (But sometimes, I know they would rather stay out of confinement, just by their "attitudes"...)
My lifetime dream, would be to be able to someday be financially "stable" enough, to have a small "Rescue" shelter, for homeless Kitties, (limiting the number to my "ability" to care for them, and providing in my will, a secure "future" for them.)
I have a good Friend who does this, and she is my "HERO", (I have even nominated her to be Animal Planet's "Hero of the Year" 2 yrs running!)
Mummy only has me, but if she had her way she would adopt every cat she could. Mummy has her cat fix every Wednesday when she helps Auntie Angie out at her cattery, where she can have up to 31 cats to love.
Mummy does not want me to be pushed to one side as I was 3 when I moved in, and my personality has changed so much in the last 8 months and Mummy does not want anything to change.
Mummy does agree, it all depends on circumstances, like time, house size and financially. Our house is just right for me and I have all their spare time, and financially when I was ill they could afford my vet bills. It does not still stop her wishing for other cats :o)
Mummy does not want me to be pushed to one side as I was 3 when I moved in, and my personality has changed so much in the last 8 months and Mummy does not want anything to change.
Mummy does agree, it all depends on circumstances, like time, house size and financially. Our house is just right for me and I have all their spare time, and financially when I was ill they could afford my vet bills. It does not still stop her wishing for other cats :o)
I think it depends on the size of your house and the personalities of the cats in the household. Cats need their own space and to be able to get away from other cats sometimes. It should be looked at from the point of the cats. Someone might be able to afford to have 20 cats and the ability to look after them well but that doesn't mean it would be a good idea to have 20 cats. Multi-cat households *can* be stressful for some cats. I've noticed that many of my catster friends who are living in households with more than 4 cats, there tends to be some behavioural problems going on, such as inappropriate urination - which can be a sign of stress. As much as our humans wish to give good homes to many cats, it's not always best for the cats. Unfortunately, there are too many cats existing in the world for the amount of homes available and I do think cats are better off in a loving home even if it is a little over-crowded cat-wise, than stuck in a pen in a shelter or worse...
My mum would like to have a few more cats and rehome some needy cats who are stuck in the local shelters, but three is our limit, mainly due to my reaction and obvious stress at having to put up with the other two we already have, MOL!
My mum would like to have a few more cats and rehome some needy cats who are stuck in the local shelters, but three is our limit, mainly due to my reaction and obvious stress at having to put up with the other two we already have, MOL!
I am one of 7 very loved and very well cared for kitties here in our home. A lot of times when new people come over, they don't even know there are 7 kitties because Mommy and Daddy take such great care of us. We are all spayed/neutered and spoiled rotten and we think that "too many" is when the person can no longer afford to properly care for them. Along with that, we all need our individual time, attention and love, so that needs to be taken into consideration. The limit should be different for each person, depending on that person's situation. :)
I agree with the majority here, it all depends on how many the person can care for properly. We have a big family too & mom knows this is her limit. Knowing your limit is key to not getting into situations you can't get out of.
She would adopt every kitty out there if she could, but knows realistically, physically & monetarily she just can't. If only she had a large, safe place in the country where she could give them all the homes, love & care they deserved then all would be right in the world. mol
She would adopt every kitty out there if she could, but knows realistically, physically & monetarily she just can't. If only she had a large, safe place in the country where she could give them all the homes, love & care they deserved then all would be right in the world. mol
We also think that there is no set number, as long as the person(s) can take proper care of all cats. Khaki's post says it quite well. Proper care includes many things, including if all the kitties can basically get along most of the time. We currently have a guestcat & are finding that our situation is very stressful fur all kitties here as well as Mom! (We hope to have this resolved soon!)
Some people can care for and love 30 kitties.
And some people shouldn't even have 1.
Absolutely not a one size fits all situation.
Just like some humans have successful large families while some people don't have the resources and/or sense to care for one child.
And some people shouldn't even have 1.
Absolutely not a one size fits all situation.
Just like some humans have successful large families while some people don't have the resources and/or sense to care for one child.
it's too many when the kitties need to fight for territory and resources; in addition to whether the humans are beyond financially, emotionally and physically being able to care for them. for some people this could be just 1. it's really situationally dependent. we're a house of 3 and mom says that's just enough :D
It depeds on the size of the home but more importatnly, on the mental well being and monitary situation of the person or perosns in charge. Are the cats mentally and physically healty? Do the humans keep the poo trays clean, the food bowls full of good food and the water fresth. Do the cats have daily interaction with their humans? How about access to fresh air, mental and physical stimulation? In some cases, on cat is too many.
Yep - it really depends on the circumstances. We are five in a smallish house with plenty of outdoors, and Mummy feels that's enough.
There's six of us. Mum never intended on having more than 2 cats but...
Sassy turned up with her kittens...
Gogo/Jingo played with her shoelaces...
Minxy was 21 and deserved a home...
Petra was going to be euthanised by the SPCA for nipping and hissing...
Mum's vet rescued me when I was brought in to be euthanised when my owner had to go into a nursing home...
She has at least learned that she shouldn't "foster" any more cats!
Sassy turned up with her kittens...
Gogo/Jingo played with her shoelaces...
Minxy was 21 and deserved a home...
Petra was going to be euthanised by the SPCA for nipping and hissing...
Mum's vet rescued me when I was brought in to be euthanised when my owner had to go into a nursing home...
She has at least learned that she shouldn't "foster" any more cats!
The number of cats that is reasonable depends on income and house size. We have eight and live in a large two-story house. We also have sufficient income to take care of them properly.
It depends on the size of the house and the personalities of all cats involved (as well as the personalities of the humans). We had too many cats here during our latest fostering, with 5 resident cats and 7 fosters (6 kittens and 1 adult cat). Our five are barely at the "reasonable" level for this house. We should only have four, but Starla is a nurse cat for Skylar, who has perked up so much since he asked us to adopt her.
That just depends on how many you can tack care of and feed. I friend of mine has 2 cat rooms. One with an a/c and the other has ceiling fans. I was just at her house Mon. to help her catch a very feral momma cat. Momma had 3 kittens,one died and Cathy kept the 2 boys. We had to go to Walmart and buy a fishing net. I was able to safely catch kitty in one of Cathy;s bedrooms. Momma would not come out of the net so I just collapsed it in the crate and we took her to the vet to be fixed.
Cathy called me today and said Momma would be coming back and she was going to put her in a wire cage for a bit and then return her out back. She is a very wild kitty... Cathy does great work. She takes excellent care of all her kitties and ones around her. I think she may have 13 or more and all have there shots and clean water and litter boxes.Cathy and I have been friends since 1981!
Cathy called me today and said Momma would be coming back and she was going to put her in a wire cage for a bit and then return her out back. She is a very wild kitty... Cathy does great work. She takes excellent care of all her kitties and ones around her. I think she may have 13 or more and all have there shots and clean water and litter boxes.Cathy and I have been friends since 1981!
That just depends on how many you can tack care of and feed. I friend of mine has 2 cat rooms. One with an a/c and the other has ceiling fans. I was just at her house Mon. to help her catch a very feral momma cat. Momma had 3 kittens,one died and Cathy kept the 2 boys. We had to go to Walmart and buy a fishing net. I was able to safely catch kitty in one of Cathy;s bedrooms. Momma would not come out of the net so I just collapsed it in the crate and we took her to the vet to be fixed.
Cathy called me today and said Momma would be coming back and she was going to put her in a wire cage for a bit and then return her out back. She is a very wild kitty... Cathy does great work. She takes excellent care of all her kitties and ones around her. I think she may have 13 or more and all have there shots and clean water and litter boxes.Cathy and I have been friends since 1981!
Cathy called me today and said Momma would be coming back and she was going to put her in a wire cage for a bit and then return her out back. She is a very wild kitty... Cathy does great work. She takes excellent care of all her kitties and ones around her. I think she may have 13 or more and all have there shots and clean water and litter boxes.Cathy and I have been friends since 1981!
As long as one can care for the cats, there is no such thing as too many!
I wanted to say there is no such thing as too many, but that is not true! There are cat hoarders, and so that is a terrible and unhealthy way for the cats (and people) to live. I think to many cats would be when you have to many to keep clean and afford to take to the vet and or feed well. For some people 1 cat is all hay can keep up with, and for others the number they can handle will be much higher. As long as the cats needs are met physically and emotionally any number CAN be safe! :)
Too many cats...hmm, too many cats is when you can't give them each enough attention-in my case, too many is when the youngest gets diabetes and I have to sell my car to afford vet bills and insulin.
Too many cats fur a hoomin to care fur are too many cats fur some one to have.
Obviously it depends on the size of the place!
If there is room the sky´s the limit!
If there is room the sky´s the limit!
I think too many is when the cats are not getting the care, space, and love they need to keep them healthy and happy. If there is room, money to pay for care and food, and the kitties get attention they need then it is fine to have a lot.
At first I want to say there isn't such a number, but how about the number depends how many you can afford to take care of, and take care of well. It could also depend on space. We have a very small apartment and 2 is enough for this little space. Now, if we had a farm???
It all depends on the situation. What is important is that they're in a healthy & safe environment, for all concerned - kitties & humans.
I agree with most of the other posts -- it's dependent on how many the owner can care for given time, money, and space.
It all depends on the situation. What is important is that they're in a healthy & safe environment, for all concerned - kitties & humans.
You should have only as many as you can take good care of. You must get them fixed and shots. There are 8 in my clowde4r and we always go to the vet when we need it. We always have enough food,water and most important love. Girlie of the Sunclowder
We have 4 cats in our home, and we foster anywhere between 1-20 in our cattery at a time, it depends on the size of the home, property and persons ability to afford and care for them properly-we have 6 dogs plus 3 fosters, but we have the space, time, love & means & support to do this. I love cats & dogs, my fur kids!!!
I find with more than 2, the jealousy sets in. They start peeing on everything and the cat fights begin. Certain cats get a long with certain cats. I have 5 right now. They were all orphans. Never intended to have that many, but I wouldn't trade them. They are my kids.
For some reason, I've always heard that when you get to three, then you're "Crazy Cat Lady" certifiable... I used to buy it, but now that I have two -- and probably wouldn't hesitate to get another -- I might have to revise my thinking! ;)
We've had 7 cats, 2 dogs, 9 guinea pigs, 2 hamsters, 3 prairie dogs, anoles and frogs at once. It was a lot easier, we had more money and we were a lot YOUNGER!
Now we have 5 cats, 4 guinea pigs, 2 prairie dogs, and as of tomorrow 2 baby rat-a-tats for Morgan. It seems like a lot more work and we have a lot less money.
We know people with 23 cats that are loved, well taken care of, and live the life of luxury.
It's what works for each family purrsonaly
Now we have 5 cats, 4 guinea pigs, 2 prairie dogs, and as of tomorrow 2 baby rat-a-tats for Morgan. It seems like a lot more work and we have a lot less money.
We know people with 23 cats that are loved, well taken care of, and live the life of luxury.
It's what works for each family purrsonaly
There's only Rachel and me inside, but mom feeds four feral outdoors. They've all been caught, been spayed or neutered, vacinated, and released back outside. They stick close and have shelter if they choose.
How many are too many? One short of mom being called the crazy cat lady. So far, it's just the cat lady.
How many are too many? One short of mom being called the crazy cat lady. So far, it's just the cat lady.
It's too many when you can't take proper care of them all.
That number varies from person to person.
I had as many as 12 rescued cats living with me and my mom at once, all properly cared for, all given daily attention and affection and the multi litterbox clean ups were a nightmare lol but doable. But we also knew not to take in anymore as we were reaching our limit in terms of cost etc. The last 5-6 on that list were only temporarily staying with us until moving on to new homes.
There is a limit to any person taking in cats whether they have help or not. Some can take care of more without any trouble. You can't put a coverall number on it.
That number varies from person to person.
I had as many as 12 rescued cats living with me and my mom at once, all properly cared for, all given daily attention and affection and the multi litterbox clean ups were a nightmare lol but doable. But we also knew not to take in anymore as we were reaching our limit in terms of cost etc. The last 5-6 on that list were only temporarily staying with us until moving on to new homes.
There is a limit to any person taking in cats whether they have help or not. Some can take care of more without any trouble. You can't put a coverall number on it.
it's too many from the moment a single cat is unhappy with the circumstances. it can be the one and only who gets a "mate" or it can be the 7th of 9... - completely the same whether humans think there's room or not. and always presumed there are enough resources for food and healthcare.
says a happy one and only.
says a happy one and only.
Right now I only have 2 cats - Abbie and Heidi - but if I had a bigger place (actually this place is big enough, but I rent) - and a backyard, I would adopt two more kitties and a dog.
As others have said, it all depends on the household.
As others have said, it all depends on the household.
I would say for each room excluding the rest rooms subtract one room and that would be space limit. There is financial make sure you can take care of yourself first your cats aren't going to be okay if you get hospitlized or evicted. So with that and decent care which you can care for that covers vet bills, basic care and attention. Some cats take more attention than others. Though these are are my limits and one more major concern for me is litter boxes, thats one of my signs of my limit is how many litter boxes I can keep out of the way and can keep clean before its too much.
he he my sister say that 5 cats are too much i dont think it is...
I think as long as you can afford the medical, food, litter, toys cost and you have enough time to spare for each of your kitties every day, then the number is up to you.
Mama would love to have 4 kitties, but she knows she only has the $$$ for 2 kitties right now, and she knows doubling the number would make her very sad unless she felt she could still give us the attention we deserve.
Mama would love to have 4 kitties, but she knows she only has the $$$ for 2 kitties right now, and she knows doubling the number would make her very sad unless she felt she could still give us the attention we deserve.
i had 8 cat's once.
i all treated them well and took proper care for them.
if you can efford everthing they need,you can have as much cat's that you like.
but that means giving them all the care,attention,medical needs and food they need.
so it also depends on you're $$$$$
they all passed on after long lives.
i only have one cat now.
i have children,so i need to spend my $$ on them now,more than on pet's.
so less pet's,so i can still give the care they deserve
i all treated them well and took proper care for them.
if you can efford everthing they need,you can have as much cat's that you like.
but that means giving them all the care,attention,medical needs and food they need.
so it also depends on you're $$$$$
they all passed on after long lives.
i only have one cat now.
i have children,so i need to spend my $$ on them now,more than on pet's.
so less pet's,so i can still give the care they deserve
I believe that if the amount of cats depends on how much of your income you can afford to devote to them. They will remain in your charge for many many years. You should always be prepared for the worst. Each one deserves the best of care plus more. No exceptions. If you decide to take in another and you think
"if it does not work we will find him another home" >>>>>>>>>>>>then don't bother taking him in.
"if it does not work we will find him another home" >>>>>>>>>>>>then don't bother taking him in.
OMC!!! I'm sure you're going to get a LOT of comments on this, but as others have said, it not only depends on the housing and monetary stuff needed for the furs, but the capability of the love of the pawrents to have more than one or two! There are 8 girls here, 2 that are indoor/outdoor and 6 inside only plus one that Meowma has adopted that lives only outside. All of us are well cared for, get our checkups, have our shots, and are very healthy animals. I am sure there are those out there that just can't afford as many cats, but Meowma has a huge heart and loves each and effury one of us equally and unconditionally. Daddy hates to admit it aloud, but he loves us all too and protects us when necessary. Our lives adjust as we take in more that need us and need tending to. The last taken in was the just under one year old that was fixed last month. She was literally starving to death in the cold of December and neither me or my fiance would stand by and let this beautiful girl starve to death. I fed her every few hours by hand and thought I would lose her that first night but she had some will left in her and pulled through and I am so proud of her!
Yes, this last part was written by my Meowma, but she has so much love for cats and will go out of her way to help all that she can. She isn't a hoarder or anything like that, just a caring and loving individual that will help in any way she can.
Thanks for letting us have our say.
Purrs, Puff and Meowma Cheri
Yes, this last part was written by my Meowma, but she has so much love for cats and will go out of her way to help all that she can. She isn't a hoarder or anything like that, just a caring and loving individual that will help in any way she can.
Thanks for letting us have our say.
Purrs, Puff and Meowma Cheri
As many as your heart, energy, and pocketbook can cover. Only you know what that is.
We agree with most everykitty on here: it all depends on the staff's ability to care and pay fur us!
Much of it depends on the house, housemates and the circumstances (e.g. how much time and money can be set aside for taking care of the cats). Somehow I remember reading a rule of thumb that there shouldn't be more cats than rooms they have access to so all the cats in the house can go and sleep in different rooms if they feel like being solitary. For indoors-outdoors cats, this isn't that big of an issue since they have plenty of space to go out of each other's way outside. Of course, some cats never will let others have their peace and some will start marking if they so much as see another cat through the window. So if you're attuned to cat behavior, your cats may tell you when enough is enough.
As long as you can care for them, they are all altered & you can make sure they are healthy & socialized the number is up to your heart
It's all been said! Vet care and basic quality food and litter duties are a must but ALSO....You should only have as many cats as you can provide enough love and attention to as well!
At their leisure of course
At their leisure of course
No one should have more cats or any pets than they can properly care for. For some people that is zero, and for some that is 25.
I think it just depends how big the house is and how much the pawrents can afford. Right now I'm really sick and my brother gets sick sometimes too, so mommy knows she can't afford to have a ton of kitties. There are three of us and lots of room so we don't crowd each other too. As long as someone can have the space, time and money to care for all the cats, the exact number doesn't matter.
I find it ironic that the ubercritical society we live in doesn't bash people for adding to the overpopulation crisis, but it's quite all right to be an opinionated @$$____ about people who care for cats. I think by now readers know how I feel about the subject, but just in case they don't -- it's no one else's #*(@ #*(@ business what people do in their own homes as long as they are compassionate and responsible. That lets out 99.9% of the domestic population already!
I'd agree that it depends on the house and the people involved. If there's enough room(I know a household of four adults and four cats who are more than fine) and the people involved are responsible and can pay and take the time to care for the cats...
I say 10!
Hi everyone,in our family we have 5 and that has worked out just fine since we have the space to have 5 and 5 is just about our limit....
we think that just like what everyone elese is saying is right on, it just depends on the factors of space,Time and Money....any the ability to properly take care of Multiple cats,you never know when illness can happen and the more kitties the more chances of vet care being needed and just their routine check-ups and yearly shots is very expensive.each situation is unique and all cats are special ...we wish we could save every homeless kitty and give them a home but that just is not the best way sometimes.
Also, it is important that we stay within our comfort zones so that the cats we DO have can be given all the love and proper care that they deserve too !!
purrrs,
Tanis
we think that just like what everyone elese is saying is right on, it just depends on the factors of space,Time and Money....any the ability to properly take care of Multiple cats,you never know when illness can happen and the more kitties the more chances of vet care being needed and just their routine check-ups and yearly shots is very expensive.each situation is unique and all cats are special ...we wish we could save every homeless kitty and give them a home but that just is not the best way sometimes.
Also, it is important that we stay within our comfort zones so that the cats we DO have can be given all the love and proper care that they deserve too !!
purrrs,
Tanis
I think the number of cats you have should depend on how well you are able to take care of them and how much room you have.
If you live in a 1bedroom apartment then you don't really want like 8 cats in there too.
If you live in a 1bedroom apartment then you don't really want like 8 cats in there too.
How many is too many? I've found the multiple of 3 causes more work & tsurris (worry) in the household. For example, when our 3rd furbaby came home -- chaos reigned & I thought maybe I'd made a big mistake then all settled down. For the next couple of years all was good even with the addition of 4 & 5, then 6 joined us and once again CHAOS reigned.
All in all, how many is too many depends on the situation. The size of the home, the temPURRment of the other inhabitants, the size of the bank account to care for them proPURRly. One can be too many for someone who is never home or who has no many to take care of vaccs & emergency health needs. On the other hand, a wealthy family in a mansion with staff could have 30 & still be able to handle it.
The imPURRTANT thing is that our hearts can love as many cats as there are stars in the heavens.
All in all, how many is too many depends on the situation. The size of the home, the temPURRment of the other inhabitants, the size of the bank account to care for them proPURRly. One can be too many for someone who is never home or who has no many to take care of vaccs & emergency health needs. On the other hand, a wealthy family in a mansion with staff could have 30 & still be able to handle it.
The imPURRTANT thing is that our hearts can love as many cats as there are stars in the heavens.
CORRECTION: "no MONEY to take care of vaccs & emergency health needs"
Sorry, my big furry paws messed up my typing!
Sorry, my big furry paws messed up my typing!
I think it would depend on how many people are in the household and whether or not they all like cats. I every human member likes cats then I say at least 1 per human...
and also whether or not you can care for them - vacs food vet bills etc. I have one and its enough for me although sometimes I think she needs a playmate
how precious is life! when you have the room and we are the shepards here to take care of the creatures of the earth. or are we more concerned with fancy leather couches and super oc d clean machine homes.and the felines just being eye candy or furniture. human kids can cause more damage if you ask me and i like both.sadly some treat their kids like eye candy and furniture too.
As long as you can keep our litter boxes clean, afford our vet bills, keep our bellies full with good quality food and give us lots of love and affection, the more the merrier!
My doctor has ten and they are all well taken care of! It just depends on how many each human can handle!
Depends very much! If well cared they can live together up to 10. But I always suggest you to neuter and spay!
It kind of depends. For my lifestyle - small apartment, 10 hour workdays - 2 cats is about all that makes sense. If I had more time, money and space I could responsibly care for more cats. Owning 8 cats for me would be irresponsible, but might be fine for someone else.
I just quit at two... I figured that was more than enough in my tiny apartment. I may go for three if I ever move to someplace with more than four rooms. O.o
I agree with the people above. It depends on the person, the money, etc. But more than 4 cats on a household, I would call it a quit - specially if they aren't neuteredspayed.
well i have four cats and there hard to look after but i think that people get a choise of how many cats they take care of
it depends entirely on the household members' ability to care for the cats. However, I do know that there is more likely to be spraying as the number goes higher (regardless of neutering).
my mommy just can't help herself!! when she saw me at petsmart, it was wuv at first sight! thats how she was with my brothers and sister too!
One cat is enough...I dont want other kitties running around taking away the spotlight and attention!
July 21st 2009 at 10:55 pm