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Today I want to share 18 things I wish I knew before adopting a cat or kitten!

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0:00 - Intro
0:38 - Getting Two Cats is Better Than One
2:29 - Feed a High Protein Diet
5:17 - Medical Bills are Expensive
8:38 - Apartment or House Hunting with Cats
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18:29 - They Get into Everything
18:57 - Feed a Varied Diet
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19:34 - Film Your Cat

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[Scottlp]

Most people get kittens, but advantages of adopting adult cat (I just adopted 2 year old) include that their personality is formed and you know what you are getting and less people adopt them so you are helping a cat find a home which might not otherwise.

[Michael_W]

Boy was this video an eye-opener. As cute and fun as they are, the poop throughout the house incident, the expense (food AND Vet), the damage they can cause all the way down to brushing their teeth twice a day...I mean good God. Really good video people should watch before they bring a cat home - especially if you're single and don't have disposable income. I learned, at least for me, there's no way I could manage all that. Who knew? It's just way too much. Thanks for the tips/warnings.

[giulizavatta]

Omg, I think I got a heart attack after seeing the vet bill! It is so crazy how insanely high the prices are in the USA. I am from Europe and for an X-ray you pay 35 USD and for preventative care 22 USD. If something more severe and needs surgery and overnight stay, it costs around 270 USD to 366 USD. the price differences are so crazy.

[andrearobinson]

Our kitty of 15 years died in Dec 2022. She was randomly throwing up- and sometimes had some blood in her poop. I took pictures and she was given xrays, and we took blood panels. After many different types of cat food, fresh food and probiotic canned food, nothing seemed to help. I wish I had given her an endoscopy to really see what was going on, My vet never recommended that to me. We have been devasted and I think her quick and turbulent death could have been avoided.
Just remember to get a second opinion, I trusted my Vet- of 40 years through 6 animals. They died of old age and age related issues.

[abdaniftikhar]

I'd definitely get two kittens instead of one if I was not dependent on my parents. It was already very hard to convince my parents to get a kitten so getting a second one is out of the question. I always dream of a time when I live in my own house and have more than one cat. According to them it might be lesser work, but it's double the money...

[nancycastilleja-iwrw]

This was an excellent video!! You covered everything, and I can tell how much you love and care for you for babies. Thanks for the info!

[tracymeagher]

Your cats are gorgeous and you take really good care of them. We had cats when I was growing up and it's amazing how much has changed over the last 30 years with cat ownership. I have 2 girls that are domestic short hair tabbies. I was persuaded to take them as they were the last 2 of the litter and no-one wanted them because females are more expensive to desex. I am glad I took both of them because even as kittens they were very close. The costs difference for desexing was relatively minor in the overall cost of having cats. In Melbourne, Australia a landlord can't unreasonably refuse tenants having pets. If they do refuse they must have a valid reason. I am also fortunate to have a community vet where prices are reasonable. Desexing about USD 100.00 each and it was about USD 150.00 each for all of their vaccinations as kittens. I did FIV and cat flu which increased the cost. I pay USD 40 every 3 months for their fleas/worming/heartworm treatment. They are coming up for their 1st annual check up and vaccination next month. I have been fortunate that I have only had one unexpected vet visit which was around USD 40.00 and nothing was seriously wrong. I was concerned and I wanted the vet to check on them over, just to be safe. My 2 girls are a little bit spoilt with cat trees in most rooms and 2 huge plastic tubs of cat toys. I am studying from home at present so they get plenty of play time and cuddles. A friend has an older cat and a kitten from the previous litter and 3 or 4 times a year I stay at her house to mind her cats while she is away. I have done this since they were little and they always enjoy a trip to see their "brother".

[EMMarrrr]

I've been subscribed for a long time and I just think that Temo and Arya is so adorable!

[nancywatson]

Your videos are great! I had 2 Ragdolls for 14 years and sadly they are both over the rainbow bridge. I am going to become the parent of 2 new Ragdoll babies in a few days. Your videos are a great reminder of what I need to do and things to do differently this time. Thank you!

[normmarino]

The thing I wish I knew . That the free kitten has cost me $ 500.00 dollars in the 3 weeks we have her and there will be more costs still to come. But the thing that I now know is she makes me very HAPPY! ❤😊

[abdaniftikhar]

Man, I wish I could give my future cats raw diet but sadly, I'm a 14-year-old and live with my parents. Before that, we were feeding our cats dry food, and Jackson Galaxy said any wet food is better than the best dry food. So, I hope this wet food keeps us going till I live with my parents.

[tomcampanale]

I so enjoy your channel! I just picked up another Ragdoll… Your cats are both beautiful… I would love to share some photos of my boys. There both from the same mom and dad, just different litters…..There the best, love them beyond words…. Thank you for sharing.❤❤❤ Tom Long Island NY

[KogawaYuri-ENVtuber]

This will be so helpful!! Thanks so much! Your cats are as adorable as always! 🥰

[projectkj]

This is a great, informative video with soooo much good info! And, your cats are gorgeous! Thank you!

[kj]

Thanks for giving useful tips and making a nice video!

[gc...]

That Vet Bill is insane! I didn't realize how expensive vet bills are in US. It is so much cheaper here in our country

[punkyreggaeparty]

Truly enjoyed this video. Thank you so much

[kellyn]

I have only one female cat, one of the most important things I read was if you hurt your cat while playing he is very likely to hurt you too. When she was giving me a bite that was hurtful I was hissing to her or screaming an Ouch and stopping the play. My partner plays with her more roughly so she will bite him strongly that she bites me.

[MrsKittekatt]

Thank you for this honest and helpful video. Where did you get that amazing climbing tree for your cats from ?

[pika]

I wish I knew how much fun they were sooner!