Shelters become overwhelmed with new litters of kittens each spring and summer. To highlight this overcrowding issue, the American Humane Association has promoted Adopt\u00a0a Cat Month\u00ae since 1975. Shelters across the country participate in the cause including the ASPCA, with their Adopt\u00a0A Shelter Cat Month Event.<\/p>\n
Visit your local shelter or search for your new family member without leaving the house by going to www.petfinder.com<\/a><\/p>\n Can you afford to have a cat or kitten?<\/strong> Do you work long hours?<\/strong> Think that adorable fuzzball is the one for you? Are there young children living in your household? To learn more about adopting a cat or kitten or bringing your new family member home, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\nConsider your lifestyle before selecting your cat or kitten.<\/h3>\n
\nYour new family member may need to be spayed or neutered and will likely require several vaccinations upon adoption. You will also need to buy food and litter monthly. To keep your cat or kitten healthy, annual veterinary exams are strongly advised.<\/p>\n
\nAdult cats are often more than happy to nap the day away alone while you're at work. Kittens, however, require your attention to raise and keep them out of trouble.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Cats & kittens with long hair will require regular grooming to prevent mats.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Children younger than 5 years of age may not realize how fragile kittens are. Young children should always be closely supervised when interacting with pets. Cats that are at least one year old may be a better fit for homes with young children. Always ask about the temperament of a cat and let the shelter know if you have children in your household.<\/p>\nAlready have a cat or kitten? You can still help.<\/h3>\n
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