So you’ve decided to go to the next step and possibly even buy a cat. By now you should have a good idea of what type of cat you want and you should have done some research and made a list of breeds that you are interested in. Once you have read this article you will have learned where to buy your new cat, what to look for when buying and you will know how to check that the cat / kitten is healthy. When you are thinking of buying a cat, follow this information below and you should be fine.
One of the most important things is that the owner should not pressure you into buying a cat, they are just trying to sell it. If you find a cat that you like, use the information below to find out how healthy the cat is, stay for 10 minutes and watch what it does and how it behaves (kittens should be happy, playful and full of energy) and go back to home and think for a day or two, but keep in mind that the cat / kitten is not guaranteed to be there the next day. But remember that you are going to be your pet for 15 to 20 years, so choose wisely.
There are several different ways to purchase a cat / kitten, the most common ways are at your local pet store, a cat breeder, a private sale, or an animal shelter. In my opinion, the best option would be to buy from a breeder or a direct sale. Either of these two are good but when you buy from a breeder you know that the cats have been fed properly, they have taken extra care and attention and this makes them calmer, affectionate and less wild.
When you are considering buying a certain cat / kitten, always check its health. To check a cat’s health, check the mouth for gum disease, tartar, loose teeth and cavities, check that the cat’s eyes are not cloudy, the bones should not be sharp or covered in fat, the ears should not be be clean and infection free, check below for lumps or pregnancy.