10 Reasons to Adopt an Adult Cat (Instead of a Kitten)

There tends to be some hesitancy around adopting an adult cat, typically due to concerns about its age and ability to connect with a new family. However, numerous benefits come with adopting an older cat, which we'll explain in this video!

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[fennelfin]

My mom said once that she saw the prettiest, nicest cat in a shelter once, and the only reason we didn't adopt her is because she was sixteen years old, and we'd probably only be able to care for her for a few months before she started having health problems. We weren't in the right place to deal with that, but this kind of makes me feel bad. I wish someone had adopted her sooner so she could live the last few years of her life in good hands.

[ladyofkasnova]

I chose to adopt a kitten when I saw her in her cage shaking in fear. It didn't matter to me what she was going to do to my home, she had to get out of there. She was 14 weeks, vert said she had been traumatized. She's 1 1/2 yrs old and my poor baby is still recovering..

[cmaej]

My adopted cat was a big, fluffy boi. He was called an "old man" at the shelter, but his visit to the vet told me I had an adolescent. He's just big.

[jesusbeloved]

I’ve adopted 2 adult cats. Daisy was found in a city with her kitten in her mouth. She was begging for help. When she was ready, I went to her foster home and got her.
Molly was in a shelter. I’d taken a friend to find a cat. She had a cone on her head as she’d been spayed, but her sutures had gotten infected. She and 6 other cats had been rescued from an abandoned building fire. They said she was 2-3 years old and very sweet. I couldn’t resist her pleading eyes. She’s been with me just over a year and Daisy, who’s about 6 has been with me 18 months.
I’ve always loved dogs, but I find myself being transformed into the cat person!

[ChristMySolidRock]

I had no intention of getting a cat, but my daughter had one who did not get along with her other pets. She asked me to take it the very day my doctor said to me I should get a cat. She's a Calico, so somewhat unpredictable, but beautiful and nice to have around.

[pmbluemoon]

I live in an apartment complex, and one thing I like to do is let people know that they should include their pets in their health care directives or let a neighbor know when they'll need care for their pet if they have to go to the hospital. Many of the pets are older pets and like to stay in the homes they've known for years. There are a few of us who pet-sit until the owner comes back so they don't have to be brought to the shelter because they aren't being taken care of. Just wanted to put that out there for anyone who might pick up on the idea and carry it forward for a neighbor/friend and pet in need!

[SaltyCrap]

My friend's roommate adopted a kitten (that preferred my friend over her). My friend would often complain about the kitten being annoying and injuring her, claiming that she hated cats. She didn't believe me when I said the cat just needed to grow up. She (the cat) is much calmer now and my friend took back her words, lol.

[abarzuaable]

I just adopted a kitten. I don't mind the age at all. The cat I wanted was an adult, but the lady before me was first come first serve So then I saw the kitten & that's the only reason I grabbed the kitten. We didn't want a kitten at all because it's like having a toddler in the house, which I didn't want, but now I have him, have to love him and he's spoiled rotten. My kitten has it all. Tower, scratch post, toys with his own toy box, treats and I feed him Royal canine.

[carolescalle]

I have always adopted my cats 🐈 😻 🐈‍⬛️ ❤️ and have had 8 cats, my oldest lived to be 21 years old. 😢. My cat (Rici 🐈‍⬛️😻) she was 11 years old when we adopted her, last year she was diagnosed with kidney disease early stage 2, doing great now. She is 15 years old now. Always adopt ❤️ they all need ❤️ love.

[marykrenke]

I totally agree. I've had cats most of my life. When younger I wanted the kittens but over the last 25 years I've adopted many adult cats. Everything he says about them is true, in my experience. I'm 85 so no more kittens for me; they're too darn much work.

[kimberleyplatt]

I have adopted both cats and kittens and it's a different experience with each one!But always with plenty of TLC!😻❤️

[pamelamays]

I adopted a two year old cat four years ago. Ace, my cat, had a previous owner. He was adopted from a Petco that was partnered with a local animal shelter.
Ace has been an wonderful member of my family.

[sanamohshuguff]

My cat was 7 months old when I got her

[happylittlevibe]

I adopted two 1.5ys old British short hair cats knowing having a full time job makes me be busy. I still aimed for rather young cats since I know I will love them for many years to come.

[ladyms]

My husband and i just adopted our first kitty and shes 5. She was a return to the shelter was preciously exposed to a dog. Shes lovely and very easy going since we both work currently.

[ruddigerburns]

My cat son was a young adult when i got him for my daughter ten years ago. I wasn't a cat person. My kid grew up and left home. I had no idea cats where so cool. I will always have a cat now. When the time comes ill get another rescue kitty.

[nickimontie]

I've adopted several older cats, and I've noticed no differences between ones I got as kittens and ones that were adults.

[YasminYoruba]

I’m definitely going to adopt, I can’t wait! I think it’s so important to give them a second chance and love they’ve missed out on ❤

[spiderlily]

I've adopted both a kitten and an adult cat. Didn't care about age, just wanted to give two sweet strays a good home.